
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
We can't wait to gather with you at MSSA's Annual Trade Show and Meeting at the Beau Rivage Resort + Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi, July 26-29, 2023.
SignConnexion is a networking super-center of the people and businesses that are important in your industry. Where people are looking to do business, there will always be an opportunity to grow your own. Walk the exhibit hall floor from 11:00 am to 2:30 pm on Saturday, July 29th to see new technologies and equipment. The sign industry is always advancing and our exhibit booths are secured by the best vendors in the industry.
MSSA is proud to offer FREE exhibit hall entry to sign company attendees, allowing a face-to-face interaction with tabletop exhibitors that will help influence how your business develops over the years.
REGISTRATION INFO
Member Sign Company Registration | $149
($179 after July 5th)
Includes:
- All Networking Receptions (excluding Saturday's Walk The Plank Pirate Party + Auction)
- Friday's Keynote Presentation & Awards Dinner
- Access to Saturday's Exhibit Hall with lunch provided
- Educational and Informative Workshops
REGISTER HERE
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
Beau Rivage | Biloxi, MS
Reservation Deadline | Wednesday, July 5
Hotel Rate $155 Tuesday-Thursday | $185 Friday-Saturday | $15 Daily Resort Fee
Self-Parking and Valet available free of charge
BOOK YOUR STAY
SEMINARS
Morning Seminar: Get Those Tough Projects Permitted
Speaker: David Hickey, International Sign Association
We’ve all had sign projects where we’ve had to jump through hoops, dig down deep and find imaginative ways to get approval from local officials, but there are only so many hours in the day. Up your skills by learning from ISA’s experiences in communities across the country on how to get those tough sign projects across the finish line, including permitting requirements from hell, special approvals and variances. Attendees will find out how to be responsive to what the community wants, what approaches have worked and how to pull victory from the jaws of sign code defeat.
Afternoon Seminar: COMING SOON
HIGHLIGHTS
Not included with registration. Extra fee required.
Crane Certification, American Crane Operators
OSHA-recognized NCCER Boom Truck Certification. The program is all-inclusive (prep and all exams) and can be completed in 2 days. Lunch is included both days. General SignConnexion registration will apply.
“We are a small, family/veteran owned, company and we’ve certified more than 5,000 crane operators. Our success rate for Sign Builders is above 95% with an overall success rate of 90%.” – American Crane Operators
Day 1
8 am
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Introduction and photos for ID
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9 am – 12 pm
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General Knowledge Presentation
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12 pm – 12:30 pm
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Lunch
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1:30 pm – 3 pm
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General Knowledge practice exam and review
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3 pm – until
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Open Crane Practice
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Day 2
8 am – 9 am
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Practice General Knowledge exam
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9 am – 10 am
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Load chart introduction
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10 am – 12 pm
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Load Chart Practice Exam
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12 pm – 12:30 pm
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Lunch
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12:30 pm - until
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Computer-based written exams / practical exam on crane
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Veteran's Volunteer Project, Biloxi National Cemetery
Giving back to our veterans is an important and valued part of MSSA's mission. Spend time Friday morning, volunteering at Biloxi National Cemetery - Veterans Affairs; helping maintain and beautify the hallowed grounds. Bus transportation will be available to and from the hotel. Before heading back, the group will enjoy lunch out.
Elvis Davis Golf Classic, Shell Landing Golf Club
It's time to tee off! Start your Friday morning off right and join us for a whole lot of fun, golfing with your peers in the Elvis Davis Golf Classic at Shell Landing Golf Club. There is sure to be some entertaining shots and plenty of laughs! Shotgun start at 8:00 am. Bus transportation will be available to and from the hotel. Lunch provided.
Scholarship Auction + Walk the Plank Pirate Party, Beau Rivage Pool Deck + Outdoor Patio (weather permitting)
You don't want to miss the most rewarding and best party of the year! The auction always highlights a few friendly bidding wars and the eagerness of MSSA members to donate and participate. Being part of such a fun and successful night just reaffirms that we have the best members in the industry! After the auction, the party doesn't stop or you might just have to walk the plank! The night will be full of pirate-themed fun!
Travel INFO
Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport
Airport Phone:
Hotel direction: 23 miles to resort
From the airport:
Children
Children under 12 years old receive free attendee registration. However, registration is separate for the Elvis Davis Golf Classic, Veterans Volunteer Outing and/or Saturday Evening Event and Live Scholarship auction.
Late / Cancellation Policy
Registration after July 5th will incur a $30 late fee. The room block will fill quickly so book your stay as soon as possible to stay on location. Registration cancellations are accepted until July 5th with a full refund. After that date, there are no refunds for any cancellations.
If handicap services or dietary restrictions are needed, contact MSSA: (662) 401-8113