2025 Mid Year Meeting
Grand Geneva Resort ~ Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Sunday, July 13 – Thursday, July 17
The Mid Year Meeting has grown over the years from a summer board meeting to a family networking event with business session speakers, committee meetings, a board meeting and leadership council meeting, as well as the DCA Town Hall. In addition to an annual golf outing, many activities are planned with DCA member families in mind.
Registration for the 2025 Mid Year Meeting, to be held July 13-17 at the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, will open May 1, 2025.
- The reservation link covers our event nights only, arriving July 11th and departing July 17th. If you would like to extend your stay on either side of the event dates or request suite accommodation, please call the reservations department directly at (262) 248-8811 and let them know that you will be attending the Distribution Contractors Association meeting.
- GROUP LINK: https://book.passkey.com/go/2025DCA and select the room type that you are interested in.
- Reservation Cutoff date is Friday, June 20, 2025. Reservation requests after the cut-off date will be accepted at the group room rates on a space available basis.
- A one-night room/package & tax deposit is due upon reservation. This deposit will be charged to the credit card provided upon booking. The Grand Geneva Resort & Spa has a 72-hour cancellation policy. All cancellations must be made 72-hours prior to arrival to receive a full refund on the credit card provided. Some cancellation policies may vary based on the package booked.
DCA Event Registration Cancellation Policy: Registration fees are 100 percent refundable up to 5:00 pm Central, Friday, June 20th, less $200 administrative fee. Cancellations made between June 21 and June 29 are 50% refundable. After June 29th, no refunds will be issued. All refund requests must be made in writing and sent via mail or email to DCA. All refunds will be processed at the end of the event.
DCA Mid Year Historical List | ||
2025 | Lake Geneva Resort & Spa | Lake Geneva, WI |
2024 | Fairmont Whistler Hotel | Whistler, BC |
2023 | The Lodge at Spruce Peak | Stowe, VT |
2022 | Coeur d’Alene Resort | Coeur D’Alene, ID |
2021 | Cancelled due to Pandemic |
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2020 | Cancelled due to Pandemic | |
2019 | Nemacolin Woodlands Resort | Farmington, PA |
2018 | Tenaya Lodge | Fish Camp, CA |
2017 | Fairmont Chateau Frontenac | Quebec City, QB |
2016 | Alyeska Resort | Girdwood, AK |
2015 | Kingsmill Resort | Williamsburg, VA |
2014 | Pinehurst Carolina Hotel | Pinehurst, NC |
2013 | Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort | Avon, CO |
2012 | La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa | Santa Fe, NM |
2011 | Woodstock Inn | Woodstock, VT |
2010 | La Costa Resort & Spa | Carlsbad, CA |
2009 | Spring Creek Ranch | Jackson Hole, WY |
2008 | The Homestead | Hot Springs, VA |
2007 | Samoset Resort | Rockport, ME |
2006 | Sun Valley Inn | Sun Valley, ID |
2005 | Delta Lodge | Kananaskas, AB |
2004 | Ocean Edge Resort | Brewster, MA |
2003 | Carmel Valley Lodge | Carmel, CA |
2002 | Grand Traverse Resort | Traverse City, MI |
2001 | Resort at Squaw Creek | Lake Tahoe, CA |
2000 | Sun River Resort | Sun River, OR |
1999 | Samoset Resort | Rockport, ME |
1998 | Delta Lodge | Kananaskas, AB |
1997 | Tamarron Resort | Durango, CO |
1996 | Sun Valley Lodge | Sun Valley, ID |
1995 | Stratton Mountain Resort | Stratton, VT |
1994 | Jackson Hole Resort & Tennis | Jackson Hole, WY |
1993 | Tamarron Resort | Durango, CO |
1992 | Resort at Squaw Creek | Lake Tahoe, CA |
1991 | Samoset Resort | Rockport, ME |
1990 | Jackson Hole Resort & Tennis | Jackson Hole, WY |
Vancouver Int’l Airport – The closest airport to Fairmont Chateau Whistler is Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and is located on Sea Island in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada, approximately 85 miles south of the resort. Driving time to Whistler is 2 – 2.5 hours along Highway 99, also known as the “Sea to Sky Highway.”
- Mid Year Brochure – Click here to download the DCA Mid Year Brochure.
- Fairmont Chateau Whistler Housing -Use the housing link to make your hotel reservations. The run-of-the house rate is $379 CAD, plus applicable taxes and a $15 CAD resort fee. For dates outside of the hotel block, call (800) 606-8244 and mention Distribution Contractors Association to receive the negotiated rate. Posted prices are in CAD.
- The housing and registration deadline is Wednesday, June 19th.
- Whistler Dining Guide – Monday, July 15th is a free evening. Take advantage of the many dining options at the Fairmont and in the village. Make your dining reservations early.
- DCA Event Registration Cancellation Policy – Registration fees are 100 percent refundable up to two weeks (close of business Friday, June 28th) prior to the start date of the event, minus a $200 administrative fee. Two weeks (close of business Friday, June 28th) prior to the event, no refunds will be issued. All refund requests must be made in writing and sent via mail or email to DCA. All refunds will be processed at the end of the event.
- A valid passport is required for all non-Canadian citizens.
Boasting a spectacular setting at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, Fairmont Chateau Whistler combines classic elegance with modern alpine style and full resort facilities. Discover the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure in every season, from poolside lounging to exploring the epic slopes of Whistler Blackcomb.
Listed below is a Preliminary Schedule Events for you to plan your travel.
DCA 2025 Mid Year – Preliminary Agenda** | |
Sunday, July 13 |
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2:30 pm – 3:00 pm | Executive Committee* |
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Board of Directors Meeting* |
5:15 pm – 9:00 pm | Board of Directors’ & Spouses’ Dinner at Pier 290 (By Invitation) |
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Monday, July 14 |
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10:00 am – 11:00 am | Leadership Council & Board of Directors* |
11:00 am – 1:00 pm | Registration |
1:00 pm – 2:15 pm | Town Hall & Business Session |
2:30 pm – 5:30 pm | Team Building Challenge for All Attendees |
6:30 pm – 9:00 pm | Welcome Dinner |
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Tuesday, July 15 |
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7:15 am – 9:30 am | Group Buffet Breakfast & Presenter |
9:45 am – 10:30 am | Membership & Engagement Committee Meeting |
10:45 am – 11:30 am | Future Leaders Committee Meeting |
11:45 am – 12:30 pm | Workforce Development Committee Meeting |
12:15 pm – 5:00 pm | Golf Outing – Highlands Course |
12:45 pm – 4:45 pm | Boat & Black Point Tour (Optional) |
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Yerkes Observatory |
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Dinner |
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Wednesday, July 16 |
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7:30 am – 8:30 am | Group Buffet Breakfast at Leisure |
8:00 am – 8:45 am | Trenchless & HDD Committee Meeting |
9:00 am – 9:45 am | Innovation & Technology Committee Meeting |
10:00 am – 10:50 am | Safety & Risk Management Committee Meeting |
11:00 am – 11:45 am | Government Relations Committee Meeting |
12:15 pm – 4:00 pm | Ziplining |
12:30 pm – 5:15 pm | Fishing |
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Closing Dinner |
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Thursday, July 17 | Departures |
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* Indicates Closed Meeting | **as of 04/29/25 |