Both PE and PN

Clubs that have sent both the President Elect and the President Nominee have had more successful years. This is because of the cooperation and teamwork that comes from both members attending. The PN will then get more out of PETS next year as a PE.

President Nominees - Please join your classmates for a weekend of inspired sharing. This is a fantastic tool to kick-start your year. Many sessions have been planned with you in mind.

If both the PE and PN from your club attend, please have each person submit a separate registration form. The PE cost is covered directly by a billing to the districts, but other participants should submit payment with their online registration form.

Partners

A special program and events for partners/spouses has been developed and will be presented at the same time as the PE and PN training sessions. See schedule for details regarding the Partners/Spouses Program. Please RSVP.

These sessions have been planned to be both informative and fun. Partner programs are provided for that person who will be supporting the PE or PN next year with Rotary information and ideas. If the partner is already a Rotarian, they will be provided with an expanded view of Rotary and the role of the president. Partner participation can influence the success of the club president.

Vendors are a wealth of information about Rotary related products and services. What's new, what works and what doesn’t work. Whether or not you are a buyer, the information these vendors offer is a valuable resource for your club. So take advantage of the opportunity to say hi ...

	All-American Specialty Company
	ClubRunner
	DaCdb
	National Award Services
	Russell-Hampton

Exhibits will be on display representing successful, replicable club and district projects. You will have the opportunity to learn different ways to maximize the use of Rotary International, The Rotary Foundation and other external resources. Meet fellow Rotarians who have first hand experience implementing projects that address the needs of their community and communities in other countries. Example: Purple Pinkie project to raise money for Polio Plus.

	Operation Warm 1653 Brintons Bridge Road Chadds Ford, PA 19317 (224) 305-3684
	Purple Pinkie Project A chance to join Rotarians around the world in the Polio eradication initiative. Download a "Purple Pinkie Handbook. Contacts: Mary Cunningham and Steve Youtz.
	"Rotarian Flavors of the World Cookbook" It's the brand-new "Rotarian Flavors of the World" cookbook, an exclusive publication put together with the cooperation of Rotarians around the globe. Proceeds support the Polio Plus Program.
	2012 RI Convention in Bangkok Register now for the 2012 RI Convention in Bangkok, Thailand, 6-9 May, and enjoy an unforgettable experience in the Land of a Thousand Smiles!
	The Rotary Foundation Learn about Polio Plus, Matching Grants, Group Study Exchange and the many other TRF programs that can help your club fullfil it's humanitarian goals.
	Shelter Box 8374 Market St. #203 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 (941) 907-6036

Both the PETS registration and hotel reservations are handled from the Register Online page.

Presidents Elect: Your club has already paid your registration fee, but you will still need to register. Go to the Register Online page and follow instructions to enter your PETS registration information. When you indicate that you are a PE, no registration charge will be made. You will need to indicate if you are bringing your spouse/partner and if you have any special meal requests or handicapped needs. The fee for your spouse/partner to attend with you is $170 and includes their meals, and materials for their sessions.

Presidents Nominee, AG's, Partners, Others: Your registration fee is $170 which includes meals and materials for all of PETS. When you register, you will need to indicate if you are bringing your spouse/partner and if you have any meal or handicapped needs. The fee for your spouse/partner to attend with you is $170 and includes their meals, and materials for their sessions. Fees must be paid with a credit card at the time of registration. You must Register Online in advance of arrival.

Be sure to read about hotel reservations before registering.

Online Registration: Jan. 13, 2012 to March 14, 2012.

The Registration Fee covers:

• Meals.
• President's Manual for each President Elect to take back to their club to use for the Rotary year.
• Overhead costs of the meeting rooms and expenses for the training sessions.

The Registration Fee does not cover:

• Hotel sleeping rooms. Reserve a room when you register onlline.
• Meals not on the schedule.
• Travel expenses involved with attending PETS.
• Valet parking.

To register go to: Register Online.

 
PETS Cancellation Policies: No refund is issued for a PE who cancels their PETS registration. If a PE attends a PETS conference other than Great Lakes Rotary PETS, his or her district will be eligible for reimbursement of $100.00 towards the registration fee, as long as the Great Lakes Rotary PETS registrar is notified at least 14 days prior to the start of Great Lakes Rotary PETS conference. Reimbursements will only be provided upon written request from the District Governor Elect.

If a club has surrendered its charter to Rotary International before January 1st of the upcoming PETS conference year, that club's district is entitled to a refund of registration fees, upon written request of the District Governor Elect. All requests must be submitted in writing to the registrar at least 14 days prior to the start of the Great Lakes Rotary PETS conference.

Any requested refunds, once approved, will be processed using the same mode of payment as the original transaction. If the room or registration (other than Presidents-Elect) is cancelled 15 or more days prior to the start of Great Lakes Rotary PETS, you may at the time of cancellation submit a written request for a complete refund of total fees paid.

If the room or registration (other than Presidents-Elect) is cancelled between 14 and 7 days prior to the start of the Great Lakes Rotary PETS conference, you may at the time of cancellation submit a written request for a refund of 50% of total fees paid.

If the room or registration is cancelled less than 7 days prior to the start of the Great Lakes Rotary PETS conference, there will be no refund.

In any event, all refunds requested will be returned within 30 days after the conclusion of the Great Lakes Rotary PETS conference.

Any exceptions to this cancellation policy must be approved by the chair or vice-chair of Great Lakes Rotary PETS.

Hotel registration for PETS is done when you register online.

When you register online you will be asked if you are also requesting a hotel room, what nights you will be staying and what kind of room you need. Your hotel reservation will be handled by the PETS registrar. All room assignments are made on a space available basis, so reserve your room early.

A room at the Radisson includes free self-parking (i.e.not valet parking). Parking entrance ramp located on Rose Street, immediately west of the hotel lobby entrance. A covered skyway connects the ramp's third level with the hotel.

Radisson Double is $135/night.
Radisson King is $140/night.
Radisson Suite is $160/night.

When the Raddison fills up overflow will be at the Holiday Inn West.

Holiday Inn West Double is $135/night.
Holiday Inn West King is $140/night.

The Holdiay Inn West is located at 2747 S. 11th Street Kalamazoo MI 49009; see map.

Discount: All room rates listed above include a $20 discount per night which is in effect until March 1st.

Your credit card will be charged when you make your reservation.

Your hotel room is not covered by the registration fee.

For room refund information see PETS Cancellation Policies.

All questions about PETS and Hotel registration should be directed to the PETS Registrar Marc Cooper via email or call 248-310-9874. Leave a detailed message. The hotels will NOT be able to help with registration questions.

You will be asked to select your meals when you register for PETS online.

All meals will require a "meal ticket" which are included in the registration packet. Be sure to pick up your registration packet prior to attending any meals.

Vegetarian meals will be available and must be indicated on the Registration Form. Those avoiding meat for religious reasons should sign up for vegetarian meals.

All PETS events are located at the Radisson Plaza Hotel in Kalamazoo, MI.

Google Map with directions - from your location to Radisson Plaza, 100 W. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49007.

Note: Online maps created using the hotel address (100 W Michigan Ave) direct you to the SE corner of the hotel (green arrow). However, the Radisson drive-up lobby entrance is located at the SW corner of the building, at the intersection of N. Rose Street and W. Michigan Ave (shaded red). The hotel parking ramp is located along N Rose St. directly west of the lobby entrance. A covered over-street walking ramp connects the parking ramp to the hotel.

To Holiday Inn West of Kalamazoo.

Click on map to the right to see route between Holiday Inn West and the Radisson. A new browser window will open with a larger map and written driving instructions.


Go to the Maps page for access to additional maps.

Discover Downtown Kalamazoo!

Check the March 14 - 17, 2012 events calendar
to see what is happening.

Home  |  General Info  |  Schedule  |  Register Online  |  About PETS  |  Maps  |  FAQ