Co-presented by the Michigan Section – American Water Works Association (MI-AWWA) and the Michigan Water Environment Association (MWEA), Joint Expo & Operator Days will take place on February 4 and 5, 2025 at the Lansing Center in Lansing, Michigan. This is the premier conference in the Midwest, offering training for operators and managers and up to 150 exhibitors offering products and services for water and wastewater utilities.
Tuesday, February 4 Expo Hall Hours: 9:30am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday, February 5 Expo Hall Hours: 8:30am - 2:00pm
View the Operator Days Full Schedule Here
OR
looking to WALK the Exhibit Floor only?
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Are you wanting to EXHIBIT or registering as booth staff for Joint Expo?
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Tuesday, February 4 Expo Hall Hours: 9:30am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday, February 5 Expo Hall Hours: 8:30am - 2:00pm
View the Operator Days Full Schedule Here
ATTENDEES
Are you an operator or industry professional ATTENDING the Operator Days trainingOR
looking to WALK the Exhibit Floor only?
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EXHIBITORS
Are you wanting to EXHIBIT or registering as booth staff for Joint Expo?
CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION
ENGAGE, CONNECT & GROW
Students (College and High School) are invited to join us for our Careers Round Table on Tuesday at 10 am. This event is free of charge, however, you must register. Register online by clicking here!
The MWEA New Professionals and the MI-AWWA Young Professionals are hosting a Mixer on Tuesday from 4 - 6 pm at the Lansing Brewing Company on Tuesday!
The MWEA New Professionals and the MI-AWWA Young Professionals are hosting a Mixer on Tuesday from 4 - 6 pm at the Lansing Brewing Company on Tuesday!
LODGING INFO
Please note lodging is NOT included in attendee or exhibitor registration. If overnight accommodations are needed, you are responsible for your reservation and payment. Below are some options we have arranged a room block at. There are other Lansing-area hotels available. Go to the Visit Lansing site for more information.
The Courtyard by Marriott Downtown has rooms available at $154 plus taxes and fees per night for reservations on or before January 20, 2025. The hotel is a short walk or drive to the Lansing Center.
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Reservation Link
600 E. Michigan, Lansing 48912 -| (800) 535-4028 | (517) 367-6677
The AC Hotels Lansing University Marriott has a number of rooms available. AC Hotel for $139 before taxes and fees per night for registrations made on or before January 4, 2025. The hotel is 8 – 10 minute drive from the Lansing Center.
AC Hotel Lansing University Area Reservation Link
3160 Michigan Ave, Lansing 48912 | (517) 337-7771
The Hyatt House Lansing/University Area has rooms available for $129 before both taxes and fees per night for registrations made on or before January 4, 2025. The hotel is 8 – 10 minute drive from the Lansing Center.
Hyatt House Lansing/University Area Reservation Link
3150 E. Michigan Ave. Lansing, 48912 | (517) 337-2626
The Courtyard by Marriott Downtown has rooms available at $154 plus taxes and fees per night for reservations on or before January 20, 2025. The hotel is a short walk or drive to the Lansing Center.
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Reservation Link
600 E. Michigan, Lansing 48912 -| (800) 535-4028 | (517) 367-6677
The AC Hotels Lansing University Marriott has a number of rooms available. AC Hotel for $139 before taxes and fees per night for registrations made on or before January 4, 2025. The hotel is 8 – 10 minute drive from the Lansing Center.
AC Hotel Lansing University Area Reservation Link
3160 Michigan Ave, Lansing 48912 | (517) 337-7771
The Hyatt House Lansing/University Area has rooms available for $129 before both taxes and fees per night for registrations made on or before January 4, 2025. The hotel is 8 – 10 minute drive from the Lansing Center.
Hyatt House Lansing/University Area Reservation Link
3150 E. Michigan Ave. Lansing, 48912 | (517) 337-2626
EVENT FAQ'S
Do I need to register to walk the expo floor?
Pre-registration is not required, however, to avoid the long lines at registration and any other inconveniences, you are highly encouraged to pre-register online for FREE! If you do not pre-register, there will be a $10 fee on-site. To pre-register, please visit MWEA's website by CLICKING HERE.
Can I get a refund if I change my mind about attending?
Please review the MWEA Cancellation Policy: Written cancelations received at least 7 days prior to the start of the event will be eligible for a refund less a $75 processing fee. Cancelations received less than 7 days from the start of the event and/or "no shows" will receive no refund.
What if one of my employees can no longer attend but another wants to take their place?
Call MWEA at (517) 641 - 7377 to make a registration change.
Can I attend the Technical Sessions and the Managerial Sessions on the same day?
You will not receive CEC credits if you decide to leave either sessions on that day of attendance. You may register for Technical one day and Managerial one day to receive split credits if you wish.
If I am just walking the floor, will I receive a lunch ticket?
You will not receive a lunch ticket if you are just walking the floor. There will be concession options on the floor during show floor hours
How do I receive CEC credits for walking the floor?
If you want to receive 0.2 Other credits, you will need to stay on the floor for TWO hours. If you want to receive 0.1 Other credits, you will need to stay on the floor for ONE hour.
Can I volunteer for this event?
Absolutely! Contact MWEA at mwea@mi-wea.org to receive information regarding volunteering.
Pre-registration is not required, however, to avoid the long lines at registration and any other inconveniences, you are highly encouraged to pre-register online for FREE! If you do not pre-register, there will be a $10 fee on-site. To pre-register, please visit MWEA's website by CLICKING HERE.
Can I get a refund if I change my mind about attending?
Please review the MWEA Cancellation Policy: Written cancelations received at least 7 days prior to the start of the event will be eligible for a refund less a $75 processing fee. Cancelations received less than 7 days from the start of the event and/or "no shows" will receive no refund.
What if one of my employees can no longer attend but another wants to take their place?
Call MWEA at (517) 641 - 7377 to make a registration change.
Can I attend the Technical Sessions and the Managerial Sessions on the same day?
You will not receive CEC credits if you decide to leave either sessions on that day of attendance. You may register for Technical one day and Managerial one day to receive split credits if you wish.
If I am just walking the floor, will I receive a lunch ticket?
You will not receive a lunch ticket if you are just walking the floor. There will be concession options on the floor during show floor hours
How do I receive CEC credits for walking the floor?
If you want to receive 0.2 Other credits, you will need to stay on the floor for TWO hours. If you want to receive 0.1 Other credits, you will need to stay on the floor for ONE hour.
Can I volunteer for this event?
Absolutely! Contact MWEA at mwea@mi-wea.org to receive information regarding volunteering.