2025 MPRA CONFERENCE & EXPO
February 18-21, 2025
Branson, MO
Attention parks and recreation professionals! We’re thrilled to invite you to a week of education, networking, and fun at the 2025 MPRA Conference and Expo. With an incredible lineup of speakers and a schedule packed with exciting events and meetups, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. Join us and be part of an inspiring experience that’s just around the corner!
IMPORTANT DATES
Delegate Registration Opens . . . . November 18, 2024
Early Bird Rates End . . . . . . . . . . . . January 10, 2025
Registration Deadline . . . . . . . . . . January 29, 2025
(No meal tickets will be available after this deadline)
EARLY BIRD PRICING
Full Delegate . . . . . Member - $395 Non-Member - $445
Tuesday Only . . . . . Member - $130 Non-Member - $180
Wednesday or Thursday Only . . . Member-$155 Non-Member-$205
Retiree Pass . . . . . . .Member - $155 Non-Member - $205
DR. KEVIN DALEY
Dr. Kevin Daley is an inspirational leader, award-winning author, and dynamic speaker renowned for his motivational insights and leadership expertise. As the former 10-year captain of the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters, Kevin’s journey from Panama to the U.S. at 13 is a testament to his resilience and determination. Overcoming significant challenges, he laid the foundation for his success both on and off the basketball court. Transitioning from an illustrious sports career, Kevin has become a pivotal figure in the corporate world, delivering profound insights into leadership, team dynamics, and organizational growth. His compelling storytelling and engaging speaking style have made him a sought-after resource for transformative change.
Honored by the US House of Representatives and the State of California for his community contributions, Kevin’s influence extends globally, inspiring individuals and businesses to achieve their full potential.
“THE MINDSET REVOLUTION - Elevate Culture and Performance”
In his keynote, Dr. Kevin Daley blends Harlem Globetrotters leadership with strategies to revolutionize your work place culture. He aims to cultivate growth, resilience, and innovation, guiding participants to rethink challenges and lead with confidence in today’s dynamic business environment.
Here’s your opportunity to present your business to nearly 400 parks and recreation professionals, including representatives from almost every municipal and county parks and recreation department in the state. You'll also connect with administrative staff from various sectors of public, therapeutic, and commercial recreation. By reserving your booth early, you’ll have the advantage of selecting the optimal space to enhance your visibility to attendees.
Show Date and Time: Wednesday, February 19 from 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Set-Up: Tuesday between 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm OR Wednesday between 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tear Down: Wednesday from 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
***IMPORTANT DATES***
Exhibitor Registration Opens (Members Only) . .. November 1, 2024
Exhibitor Registration Opens For All . . . . . . . . . . . .November 18, 2024
Early Bird Rates End . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .January 10, 2025
EARLY BIRD PRICING
Single Booth . . . .Member - $570 Non-Member - $670
Double Booth. . . Member - $1110 Non-Member - $1310
Triple Booth . . . . Member - $1650 Non-Member - $1950
A Single booth space is 10'x10' and includes:
- Pipe and drape, 6’ skirted table, 2 chairs, waste can, and signage.
- 2 exhibitor name badges per single booth (additional badges are $35 each)
- Year-long listing in the online Exhibitor Guide available to MPRA Members.
- A business listing in the spring edition of Missouri Parks & Recreation magazine, distributed electronically and in print to over 2,500 members of MPRA.
- Access to a list of delegates/attendees' contact information after the event.
Hilton Branson Convention Center
200 East Main Street, Branson, MO 65616
1-417-336-5400
Room Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$139.00++
Group Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . MO PARK & REC ASSN 2025
Room Block Deadline . . . . . .January 18, 2025
++Until supplies last.
The MPRA Annual Conference & Expo offers students a fantastic opportunity to hone their public speaking skills, connect with potential employers, and network with peers from across the state.
IMPORTANT DATES
Student Registration Opens . . . . . November 1, 2024
Deadline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . January 10, 2025
(No meal tickets will be available after this deadline)
The MPRA Awards Committee has spent the better part of a year scouring pages of award codes to provide a wider range of offerings for our deserving MPRA members. Under the "Award Nomination Forms," take a closer look at each award category and browse through the new award codes, which include the qualifications for each award. Let's recognize those who are deserving of an award.
IMPORTANT DATES
Awards and Hall of Fame Nominations Open . . . . . September 1, 2024
Hall of Fame Nomination Deadline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . December 6, 2024
Award Nomination Deadline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . December 6, 2024