October 2024 Annual UMVAILM Education Conference

Date: Tuesday, July 16th, 2024 

Location: CentraCare Plaza Campus, 1900 CentraCare Circle, St. Cloud, MN 56303 

Registration Fee: $40 

Get ready for another enlightening educational and networking event hosted by the Upper Mississippi Valley Chapter of the Association for Linen Management! Join us on Tuesday, July 16th, 2024, at the CentraCare Plaza Campus in St. Cloud, Minnesota. 

Highlights: 

• Exciting presentations and discussions to enhance your knowledge of the textile care industry. 
• Connect with peers and industry experts. 
• Enjoy a complimentary breakfast and lunch as part of your registration fee. 

Agenda: 

8:00 a.m. 

Complimentary Light Breakfast 

Kick off the morning with a light breakfast while connecting with colleagues and industry peers. Enjoy a relaxed start to the day before diving into the conference sessions. 

8:30 a.m. 

Opening Welcome and General Chapter Updates 

Join us for a warm welcome and updates from UMVAILM’s chapter officers. Get informed about the latest chapter activities, upcoming events, and opportunities for involvement within the linen management community. 

9:00 a.m. 

Keynote Presentation 

Speaker: Michael Burk, Director of Environmental and Guest Services, Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital 

Topic: Requesting Capital Equipment in Today’s Environment 

Gain insights from Michael Burk as he discusses effective strategies for navigating the complexities of requesting capital equipment amidst today’s healthcare environment. Discover key considerations and best practices that can optimize your equipment procurement processes. 

10:00 a.m. 

Panel Discussion 

Panelists: Industry leaders from Textile Care Services, Mayo Clinic, Kannegiesser ETECH, and Standard Textile 

Topic: Navigating a $10 Million Infrastructure Renovation Project and Ensuring Business Continuity 

Explore firsthand experiences and strategies from the experts that oversaw the largest equipment renovation project at Textile Care Services in three decades. Delve into the challenges and successes of managing extensive laundry infrastructure renovations while maintaining seamless operations. Engage in a dynamic Q&A session to glean practical insights and solutions for your own operational challenges. 

11:00 a.m. 

Complimentary Catered Lunch and Networking Session 

Enjoy a catered lunch and take advantage of this networking opportunity. Connect with peers, discuss the morning’s presentations, and forge valuable professional relationships within the linen management community. 

Parking Information: 

• At the traffic circle on County Road 120, take CentraCare Circle exit and then turn left. 
• Park in the Prairie East Parking Lot (the first parking lot on the right). 
• Use the Prairie East Entrance and follow signage to the meeting location. 

Lodging Information: 

For your convenience, we've arranged special rates at Hilton Garden Inn St. Cloud, located at 550 Division St, Waite Park, MN 56387. Book your stay using our exclusive booking link: https://group.hiltongardeninn.com/sf5w71 

Arrival date: Monday, July 15th 

Departure date: Tuesday, July 16th 

Room block release date: June 15th at midnight 

Alternatively, call the hotel directly at 320-640-7990 and use group code “93K” for discounted rooms. 

Stay Informed: 

As the event date approaches, stay up to date on event details by checking back here. Don't forget to mark your calendars and bring a friend or two! 

We look forward to welcoming you for a day filled with learning, networking, and camaraderie. 

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to the success of the education and networking event at Gillette Children's Hospital in May. It was an inspiring gathering where laundry and linen services experts from across the region came together for a day filled with learning and connection.

Our sincere appreciation goes to our two presenters whose exceptional insights and expertise enriched our understanding of the industry's best practices and innovations. Their valuable contributions were instrumental in making the event both informative and engaging.

The highlight of the day was a tour of Gillette Children's Hospital, providing attendees with a firsthand look at the state-of-the-art facility, linen services operations, and dedication to excellence in patient care.

Additionally, we would like to extend a special thank you to everyone who attended and actively participated in discussions, sharing their experiences and perspectives. Your contributions were invaluable in fostering meaningful connections and collaboration within our community.

Finally, we want to express our gratitude to Gillette Children's Hospital staff for graciously hosting us and providing such a welcoming environment for our event. 

We are delighted to have had the opportunity to bring together such a talented and passionate group of individuals, and we look forward to future opportunities for learning, networking, and growth.

July 11th Honkers Game

When: 

5:00 p.m 

Where: 

Rochester Honkers Baseball Club

307 E Center St,

Rochester, MN 5590

Cost:

$15 Registration Fee- Includes Lunch

July 12th ALM Meeting

Where: 

Woodlake Meeting Center

(Across from TCS)

210 Woodlake Dr.

Rochester, MN 55904

July 12th Agenda

• 7:30-8:30 am
  • Registration and Light Breakfast
  • Networking and Introduction
• 9:00 am
  • OPL Presentation
    • Scott Voldback Milnor
    • Discussing benefits, and requirements of an efficient OPL Operation
• 10:30 am
  • Open Discussion
    • How are our businesses producing or adapting to emerging technological advancements and improvements?
    • What experiances, positive or negative, can we share to help guide one another as we explore this landscape?
• 11:30 am
  • Lunch
• 12:30 pm
  • Tour of TCS
• 2:00 pm
  • Tour of Mayo's 3939 Building