We are just one week away from the 2024 GCBAA Summer Meeting at Monterey Bay Plaza Hotel & Spa, including the Short Course Shootout at The Hay! We’re excited to welcome you. Below, you’ll find the schedule of events, dress code details, a link to sign up for mobile text alerts, and a QR code to keep you updated via our Summer Meetings Event page. Our education lineup promises to be exceptional, and with 20 Member Benefit participants, there’s a lot to explore. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit their tables on Wednesday, greet them, and discover more about the advantages of our 'Buy From Within' initiative. Additionally, next week's weather forecast is provided below. We’re eagerly looking forward to a fantastic week, all made possible by the incredible support of our members and allied partners. Safe travels, and we can’t wait to see you soon!

MOBILE TEXT ALERT SIGN-UP: CLICK HERE

Helpful Links:

• See Monterey - GCBAA Summer Meeting Site: CLICK HERE
• Shuttle Options from Monterey, San Jose and San Francisco - CLICK HERE

Please do not hesitate to reach out to GCBAA Staff if you need anything during your stay!

• Justin Apel: 402.770.6525
• Mychelle Thompson: 531.739.7330

All Times are Pacific Time Zone

Tuesday, August 20

• 9:00-12:00PM - GCBAA Board of Directors Meeting - John Steinbeck Board Room
• 12:00PM-5:00PM – Check-in/Name Badge Pickup - Fairway Foyer – Lower Level Lobby

Dress code: Resort Dress (tie optional)

• 5:00PM-6:00PM – “Buy From Within” Reception - Plaza
• 6:00PM-9:00PM – Dinner - Cypress Ballroom

Wednesday, August 21

Spouses/Guests – Enjoy the day at Monterey Bay Aquarium (see Mychelle for your pre- purchased tickets) or enjoy sightseeing in beautiful Monterey!

Wednesday Dress Code: Resort Casual

• 7:00AM-8:30AM – Breakfast & Member Benefit Expo - Dolphins Ballroom

Education in Cypress Ballroom

• 8:30AM – Exploring the Digital Fairway – demystifying the smart golf course – presented by Matthew Bertram and sponsored by Syngenta
• 9:30 AM - Selecting and Recruiting Personnel presented by Julius Rhodes with MPR Group and sponsored by Links Bridges.
• 10:30AM - Break Service with Member Expo - Dolphins Ballroom
• 11:00AM – Presented by Hunter Pates - United States Environmental Protection Agency
• 11:30 AM - Allied Association Updates - ASGCA, GCSAA, et al.
• 12:00PM - Lunch (Cypress Ballroom) and Member Expo (Dolphins Ballroom)
• 1:00PM - Local Flavor - Point Sur Naval Base & Lighthouse presented by Carol O'Neil
• 1:45PM - The Power of Leadership in Building Great Company Cultures presented by Kelly Merbler, Principal, The Kelly Merbler Company and sponsored by Caterpillar, Inc.
• 2:45PM - Leading Out presented by GCSAA CEO Rhett Evans and sponsored by Wacker Neuson
• 3:30PM - How Recent Changes in Employment Law Affect GCBAA Members presented by Andrew Myers, P.C. and sponsored by Sunbelt Rentals
• 4:30PM - Member Benefit Expo Dolphins Ballroom
• 5:00PM-7:00PM – Reception (Dress Code: Resort Casual) - Central Plaza

Thursday, August 22 (Dress Code: Golf Attire)

Short Course Shootout at The Hay

• 8:30 Buses begin to load for departure at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
• ~9:15 AM - Arrival at The Hay with warm-up area
• 10:00AM - 1:00 PM - Short Course Shootout at The Hay
• The Hay at Pebble Beach – Ryder Cup Style, Hole in One Contests, and Putting Contest
• 1:00 PM - Awards
• 1:45 PM Buses begin departing to Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa 

Helpful Links:

• "See Monterey" - GCBAA Summer Meeting Site: CLICK HERE
• Shuttle Options from Monterey, San Jose and San Francisco - CLICK HERE

Please do not hesitate to reach out to GCBAA Staff if you need anything during your stay!

• Justin Apel: 402.770.6525
• Mychelle Thompson: 531.739.7330

Stay up to date with the agenda, attendee list, etc. at this QR Code.

As of now, the weather in Monterey is expected to be partly cloudy with wonderful temperatures. Please pack accordingly.