Special Events

Included in the Program

New Member Reception

New Member & First-Time Attendee Welcome Reception

Date: Monday, October 13
Time: 5:30 pm
Dress code: Resort casual

Are you new to VMA or attending your first Annual Meeting? Join us for a dedicated reception where you’ll meet VMA leadership and fellow first-timers in a relaxed setting. It’s the perfect opportunity to start building meaningful connections and learn how to make the most of your VMA membership.

Networking

Evening Beach Front Welcome Reception & Dinner

Date: Monday, October 13
Time: 6:00 pm
Dress code: Resort casual

Kick off the Annual Meeting with an evening of connection and local flavor. Join fellow attendees beachside for a casual dinner under the stars, featuring food stations inspired by regional cuisine.

Gala Dinner

VMA Member Awards Ceremony, Reception & Gala Dinner

Date: Wednesday, October 15
Time: 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Dress code: Resort elegant

Celebrate the close of the Annual Meeting with a festive evening honoring excellence and community. We’ll recognize outgoing Board members, and the recipients of this year’s VMA Member Awards and their outstanding contributions to the industry. Enjoy great company, coastal cuisine, and music by DJ [NAME] as we toast another successful year.

Special Events

Association Meetings

VRC

VRC Business Meeting

Date: Tuesday, October 14
Time: 7:30 am – 8:30 am

VRC members are invited to attend the annual business meeting to review key updates, strategic initiatives, and plans for the year ahead.

VMA Business Meeting

Date: Wednesday, October 15
Time: 8:00 am – 9:00 am

Join us for the VMA Business Meeting, where association leadership will provide updates on key programs, initiatives, and opportunities for member engagement.

Special Events

Optional Networking Activities

Please note that the hotel has limited grab and go options for lunch, so consider purchasing a box lunch with your registration. VMA reserves the right to cancel or modify the activities if a minimum number of registrants is not met by August 15, 2025. If this happens, registrants will be notified and refunds will be given.

Golf Tournament with Individual Tee Times at LaPlaya Golf Club

Date: Tuesday, October 14
Tee Times: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm 
Dress code: Golf Attire
Cost: $165 per person (includes greens fee, and cart).  Club rentals are available for approx. $65 plus tax, payable at the clubhouse. 

Enjoy an afternoon on the championship 18-hole course at LaPlaya Golf Club, artfully designed by renowned architect Bob Cupp. With five sets of tees and a scenic layout stretching 6,902 yards, this par-72 course offers an exceptional experience for all skill levels.

While the course is not offering a shotgun start, we are organizing a tournament format with sponsored holes and individual tee times ranging from approx. 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM start times. Tournament winners will be recognized at the Gala dinner.

The course is about 10 minutes from the La Playa hotel, and transportation is on your own. Pairing and foursomes will be assigned in late September. 

Backwater Fishing Excursion

Date: Tuesday, October 14
Time: 1:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Dress code: Light clothing, sneakers or boat shoes, hats and sunglasses
Cost: $405 (includes expert guides, gear, and license, and 4-hour fishing experience)

Experience the thrill of backwater fishing in Florida’s calm coastal bays. This light-tackle adventure offers the chance to reel in prized game fish like snook, redfish, trout, and pompano while surrounded by abundant wildlife and stunning natural scenery. The angler that catches the largest and smallest fish will be recognized at the Awards dinner. Boat departs directly from the hotel.

Airboat Swamp Adventure

Date: Tuesday, October 14
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Dress code: Light clothing, sneakers or boat shoes, hats and sunglasses
Cost: $160 (includes round-trip transportation, and ticket)

Venture deep into a 200-acre Everglades preserve on a thrilling airboat tour guided by native Floridians. Along the way, enjoy close-up views of lush tropical vegetation and exotic wildlife in one of the world’s most unique ecosystems. The airboat launch point is about 45 mins from the hotel.

Revs Institute Car Museum Tour

Date: Tuesday, October 14
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Dress code: Comfortable walking shoes
Cost: $145 (includes round trip transportation, ticket and docent led tour)

Step into the world of automotive history with a two-hour guided docent-led tour through the renowned galleries at the Revs Institute. This exclusive experience includes a behind-the-scenes 15-minute visit to the working restoration workshop, where classic cars are preserved and maintained. The Museum is located about 25 minutes from the hotel.

Pickleball Lessons & Tournament

Date: Wednesday, October 15
Time: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Dress code: Comfortable walking shoes
Cost: $175 (Includes round-trip transportation, instruction, rackets and balls)

Learn and play at one of the country’s top pickleball facilities, the USPO National Pickleball Center. This engaging afternoon includes basic instruction on play and rules from a local instructor, followed by a friendly tournament in a professional and welcoming environment. No previous pickleball experience required! Tournament winners will be recognized at the Gala dinner. The facility is located about 35 mins. from the hotel.

Go Cat Boats Eco Tour

Date: Wednesday, October 15
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Dress code: Light clothing, sandals or shoes that could get wet, hats and sunglasses
Cost: $215 (includes round-trip transportation, instruction, local guide, and approx. 2 hours of time on your own boat).

Embark on a guided scenic eco-adventure through the mangrove-lined waterways of Marco Island in a two-person Go Cat boat, driven by you. These easy-to-operate fiberglass vessels let you explore secluded islands and spot native wildlife like dolphins, manatees, and tropical birds. No boating experience required. The launch point is about 25 minutes from the hotel.

Naples Electric Trike Tour

Date: Wednesday, October 15
Time: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Dress code: Light clothing, close toed shoes, hats and sunglasses
Cost: $165 (includes round-trip transportation, instruction, local guide, and your own motorized trike)

Discover the iconic landmarks and hidden gems of Naples with ease–and from a unique perspective–on board an electric trike. From the USA’s most expensive real estate to historic houses, there’s something to pique everybody’s interests on the itinerary. Relax and enjoy the views as your guide leads the way, providing commentary about the city’s history, key attractions and cultural influences. The tour begins about 15 minutes from the hotel.

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Other Activities

Sponsor/Guest Activities

For a full program of Spouse/Guest activities, including a schedule, description and related costs, please click here.

Foster Love

Foster Love STEM Boxes

In support of VMA’s commitment to workforce development and inspiring future generations of manufacturing talent, we are proud to partner with Foster Love, a national charity that empowers children in foster care through education and opportunity.

At each of VMA’s events in 2025, STEM Activity Boxes  are available to assemble and decorate.  Each box contains engaging experiments along with an educational flyer that highlights the role of valves in everyday life, help to introduce young minds to the world of manufacturing and engineering.  These boxes are then donated to foster children – in recognition to the number of member companies located in the area, this year all boxes will be donated to foster children in the Cincinnati, OH area.

How You Can Help

  • Join us onsite to assemble STEM boxes
  • Make a tax-deductible donation to help us purchase more kits.
  • Support through company matching – If your organization offers donation matching, consider doubling the impact.

Together, we can spark curiosity, provide opportunity, and support the next generation of industry leaders. Connect with Abby Brown (abrown@vma.org) for company match details or other ways to get involved.

“The networking opportunity that the Annual Meeting provides is always valuable.” 
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