GUESTROOM RESERVATIONS

Make your hotel reservations directly with the Peppermill Resort. Get the nightly rate of $120. Peppermill Tower $170. Tuscany Tower (Sunday – Thursday).
August 30, 2025 is the WMA room rate cutoff date for reservations. Our rates will not be available on August 31 and thereafter.

Please click here to book hotel reservations now. Attendees can also call Peppermill Reservations at 800-282-2444 and mention code AWMHC25.

*Note > Neither WMA nor the Resort ever hires/retains a third-party organization to offer lower hotel rates! Do not fall into this scam should you get an email or phone call.

ATTENDEE REGISTRATION & FEES – ONLINE coming soon

The registration fees are listed below. 

                       Before August 22        On or After August 23

Member                 $525 pp                            $595 pp
Non-Member      $1,050 pp                         $1,190 pp
 

EDUCATION / NETWORKING

Managers play a pivotal role in uncovering opportunities that drive the success of their communities. At this event, you’ll gain fresh, forward-thinking strategies to meet evolving professional demands, ensuring long-term productivity, effectiveness, and success.

Our expert presenters don’t just teach—they inspire. Through a mix of interactive forums, dynamic panels, and engaging roundtables, they’ll deliver educational content in an entertaining and impactful way.

This year, we’re elevating the experience! With 14 unique seminars and a brand new Keynote Speaker during our Tuesday Kick-Off Luncheon, you’ll start the event energized and ready to dive into an exceptional learning journey. Then, the doors open to a vibrant Expo, packed with tools and insights to add even greater value to your attendance.

Get ready to learn, connect, and thrive!

EXPO HALL

The Expo opens at 1:00 pm, immediately after Tuesday’s Kick-Off Lunch in the same space. NEW this year is the Exhibitors lounge, where you will find your lunches carefully prepared and available to eat at your booth or at a table on the Expo floor. Our traditional Wine Tasting event will take place during the official Welcome Reception from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. New > NO required tickets to attend this year. Everyone will enjoy the reception-style hors d’ oeuvre stations and no-host bars that truly welcome YOU. Be WOW’d by the unique Photo Booth, offering souvenir photos strips all day and evening. Engage with each friendly exhibitor featuring delicious wines while you gather valuable vendor resources.

Our Wednesday Dessert Reception at 1:30 pm on the Expo floor follows the Annual Meeting and Luncheon! After the Expo Hall closes at 2:30 pm, we have more educational seminars with treats to keep you energized.

EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION – ONLINE coming soon

NEW for 2025! Secure Your Spot at the Expo—Oct. 7 & 8

Exhibiting has never been easier! Select your booth, register, and pay by credit card on our brand new registration site.

Choose from two booth sizes: 10’ x 10’ or our new 8’ x 10’ option, each offering different placements and values. Plus, two exclusive double-booth spaces in high-traffic areas ensure maximum visibility.

Booths are sold on a first-come, first-served basis—no reservations! But with more options available, you have even greater flexibility.

Exhibitor and Expo Staff attendees enjoy full access to class seminars, receptions, lunches, breaks, plus FREE Wi-Fi.

This year, we encourage engaging non-food/beverage giveaways, as WMA will not provide conference satchels or accept stuffer items. Instead, visit the WMA booth—your concierge hub – to enjoy a refreshing daily mocktail!

Expo registration closes Thursday, September 25, 2025. Don’t miss out—lock in your space today!

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

NEW – Companies sponsor events for a variety of strategic reasons, including:

1. Brand Visibility
2. Community Engagement
3. Competitive Advantage
4. Exclusive Access & Perks
5. Lead Generation
6. Networking & Partnerships
7. Positive Brand Association
8. Targeted Marketing
9. To Financially Support the Organization

HIGHLIGHTS

Tuscany Ballroom
Open seating with no bad views of the Big Screen for an exciting program that is kicked off with the first-ever Keynote Speaker. Board President Andy Balaguy will officially open the 2025 WMA Convention and Expo followed by the announcement of this year’s Frank J. Evans Charitable Foundation scholarship recipients. Greg Evans will reveal this year’s beneficiaries for deserving youth residing in WMA Member communities. Perhaps one of them is from your community! After that, WMA’s legislative advocate, Chris Wysocki, will give a brief legislative update and announce the winners of the golf tournament. All attendees are welcome to enjoy this plated lunch.

Candid Ham Vintage PHOTO BOOTH
12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Expo Hall
Tuscany Ballroom
Take fun filmstrip-style photos just like those from the arcades of yesteryear. Receive them printed or sent directly to your email. You choose!

EXPO OPENS
1:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Tuscany Ballroom
The Expo Hall takes up HALF of the Tuscany Ballroom with familiar and new innovative services, products, and knowledge. You might be surprised at what you can learn from a brief conversation with our vendors; they’re here for YOU.

WELCOME RECEPTION with booth roulette wine tastings
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Tuscany Ballroom
Exhibitors are asked to bring some of their very favorite wines to share with you when you stop by their booth. This tradition allows time to easily make introductions to regulars and newbies.

ON YOUR OWN – 7:00 p.m. +
Explore the Peppermill Resort or venture out and explore the city of Reno and all it has to offer.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 8 | DAY 2

Wake-Up Café
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Tuscany Foyer
Coffee Service, juices, and pastries

EXPO OPENS
8:00 a.m. – 2:20 p.m.
Tuscany Ballroom

Education Seminars
Between 9:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Room #’s 3, 5, 10 & 11
Tuscany Ballroom
More seminars and panels throughout the day.
See full schedule.

Annual Meeting Luncheon
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Tuscany Ballroom

 

Desserts Reception – with Prize Drawings!
1:30 p.m. – 2:25 p.m.
Expo Hall
Tuscany Ballroom
A Sweet Tooth Extravaganza! Taste your way through the assortment of refined desserts, and listen for your name to be called. Exhibitors will be offering countless prizes.
 

EXPO ENDS
2:25 p.m.

NEW this year – You get a Refreshing Break.
4:45 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Pre-Dinner Cocktail Soiree
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
*Dinner Tickets required
Tuscany Foyer
Set the mood for a fancy night out with great food, great music, greater entertainment, and the best of friends!

President’s Dinner Dance
7:00 p.m. – 10 p.m.
*Tickets required
Tuscany Ballroom
Secure Your Spot for the Convention’s Premier Event!
Plan ahead—purchase your tickets when you register or at the WMA Check-In Desk. This exclusive dinner isn’t included in your registration fee, but the unforgettable experience and exceptional cuisine make it worth every penny.
The black-tie celebration (dress in what makes you feel your best!) is the convention’s highlight, promising a night of excitement and connection. Enjoy interactive entertainment and listen for the Frank J. Evan Charitable Foundation’s cash raffle. Find tickets at the WMA Check-in Desk or just try to avoid a committee member selling them on the convention floor!

As you savor your chef-inspired meal, we’ll honor outgoing WMA Board President Andy Balaguy with HCA for his leadership and swear in and welcome incoming President Bob Baranek with Continental Mobile Housing, Ltd.. Then, join us in celebrating the 2025 recipient of WMA’s most prestigious honor—the Busch, Carr & McAdoo Memorial Award.
Finally, continue the night with electrifying live performances by Spinphony—and dance the night away!

SCHEDULE

MONDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2024

Golf Tournament – LakeRidge Golf Course
    7:30 a.m. bus departs

Registration Opens – Badges Pick Up
    2:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Networking Reception – Edge Clubhouse 17th Floor
    5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2024

Registration Opens
    8:00 a.m.

Wake Up Café – Coffee Service & Pastries
   7:30 to 9:00 a.m.

Educational Seminars
    9:00 to 12:00 p.m.

Kick-Off Lunch
    12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.

PAC Meeting
    1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Expo Opens
    1:15 to 3:30 p.m.

Board Meeting
    3:00 – 3:30 p.m.

Educational Legal Seminar
    3:30 to 5:00 p.m.

Welcome Reception – Wine Tasting
    5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2024

Registration Opens
    8:00 a.m.

Wake Up Café – Coffee Service & Pastries
    7:30 to 9:00 a.m.

Expo Hours
    8:00 a.m. to 2:20 p.m.

Educational Seminars
    9:00 to 11:30 a.m.

Annual Meeting Luncheon
    11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Desserts and Drawings in Expo
    1:30 to 2:25 p.m.

Expo Ends
    2:25 p.m.

Educational Seminars
    2:30 to 4:45 p.m.

Refreshing Break
    4:45 – 6:00 p.m.

President’s Dinner Dance
    6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Cocktail Soiree
    7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Dinner Dance

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  Visit us at wma.org/conv2025 (site is expected to open June 2025).
   
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• 2027 Convention
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• 2028 Convention
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• 2029 Convention
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