Midwest Society for Photographic Education Conference.

Picture Your Group in Fort Wayne, Indiana Midwest Society for Photographic Education Conference 2013

October 9th, 2012

Mr. Shuichi Owen-Murakami Mid-West Society for Photographic Education Frostic School of Art Western Michigan University

Dear Mr. Shuichi Owen-Murakami, The City of Fort Wayne would be honored to host the 2013 Midwest Society for Photographic Education Conference. Our community is excited at this creative opportunity. We wish to help put on a great event to showcase not only our cities artistic side, but also as a great destination for meetings and conferences.

Visit Fort Wayne has reached out to several community organizations that all are intrigued at the opportunity to partner with MWSPE by sponsoring, hosting, or helping execute next year’s conference.

The proposed primary meeting location will be at the state of the art Grand Wayne Convention Center.

There are 2 hotels attached to the Grand Wayne that could host the majority, if not all of your housing needs.

Thank you for considering hosting the 2013 Midwest Society for Photographic Education in beautiful Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Sincerely,

Corey Ford Group Sales Manager Visit Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne’s Proposed Sample Schedule Thursday Oct 10th 3:00 p.m.-4:45 p.m.

Registration - Grand Wayne Convention Center Lobby

5:00 p.m.

MWSPE Members Exhibition Reception - The Historic Embassy Theatre (Connected to Grand Wayne)

7:00 p.m.

Keynote Address - Embassy Theatre Stage

8:00 p.m.

Gallery Reception - Fort Wayne Museum of Art featuring The National Photography Biennial Exhibition

Friday Oct. 11 9:00 a.m-11:50 a.m.

Sessions - Grand Wayne Convention Center Calhoun Ballroom A, B, and C

Noon-1:30 p.m.

Lunch Break

1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

Sessions - Grand Wayne Convention Center Calhoun Ballroom A, B, and C

3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Members Meeting - Grand Wayne Convention Center Anthony Wayne Ballroom A,B

4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Trolley Tour - A hop on hop off Trolley Tour of Fort Wayne’s Unique Art Galleries and Museums.

7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Reception - University of Saint Francis School of Arts

8:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Gallery Walk Downtown Galleries and Exhibits

Saturday Oct 12 9:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Morning Sessions Grand Wayne Convention Center Noon - 1:30 p.m.

Lunch Break

1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Guest Speaker: Grand Wayne Convention Center Anthony Ballroom A, B

3:00 p.m.

Raffle Drawings-Grand Wayne Convention Center

4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Gallery Bus Tours.

9:30 p.m.

Cocktails at Grand Wayne Convention Center. Cash Bar Please show your MWSPE conference badge when ordering your drinks.

Sunday Oct. 13th 10:00 a.m.-Noon

Open Portfolio Share - Grand Wayne Convention Center Window Gallery Room

October 4, 2013 Mr. Shuichi Owen-Murakami Midwest Society for Photographic Education C/o Visit Fort Wayne 927 South Harrison Street, Suite 101 Fort Wayne, IN 46802 Re: 2013 Midwest Society for Photographic Education Conference Dear Mr. Owen-Murakami: We are pleased to have this opportunity to submit our proposal to host the 2013 Midwest Society for Photographic Education Conference in Fort Wayne, Indiana in conjunction with the Hilton Fort Wayne at the Grand Wayne Convention Center.

Currently, we can offer your group the following dates: Thursday, October 17th through Saturday, October 19th, 2013 Thursday, October 10th through Saturday, October 12th, 2013 We suggest the following configuration for your conference based upon the information you provided me: Thursday Lecture Room: 50 people, theater or classroom seating Calhoun Ballroom A………………………………………….

Lecture Room: 50 people, theater or classroom seating Calhoun Ballroom B………………………………………….

Lecture Room: 50 people, theater or classroom seating Calhoun Ballroom CD………………………………………

Interview Room: 5-7 tables with 2 chairs each Gallery………………………………………………………

$250 per day $250 per day $250 per day No Charge

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Friday Lecture Room: 50 people, theater or classroom seating Calhoun Ballroom A………………………………………….

Lecture Room: 50 people, theater or classroom seating Calhoun Ballroom B………………………………………….

Lecture Room: 50 people, theater or classroom seating Calhoun Ballroom CD………………………………………

Interview Room: 5-7 tables with 2 chairs each Gallery………………………………………………………

$250 per day $250 per day $250 per day No Charge

Saturday Lecture Room: 50 people, theater or classroom seating Calhoun Ballroom A…………………………………………. Included Below* Lecture Room: 50 people, theater or classroom seating Calhoun Ballroom B…………………………………………. Included Below* Lecture Room: 50 people, theater or classroom seating Calhoun Ballroom CD……………………………………… Included Below* Interview Room: 5-7 tables with 2 chairs each Gallery………………………………………………………

Included Below* Saturday Night Speaker Room: 200-600 people, theater seating Calhoun Ballroom ABCD………………………………… $1,250 per day*

Grand Wayne Convention Center services include one set-up per room per day and use of available chairs, tables, staging and easels at no additional charge.

You may use your own audio visual equipment. Otherwise we recommend you allow our event manager to schedule services with our in-house AV technicians.

Here you have the comfort of knowing your equipment will be in position, ready to function with back up supplies, at daily rentals lower than outside purveyors.

The enclosed Convention & Technology Service Schedules reflect current costs you could incur upon your needs and request. Your charges would be those in effect at the time of your conference.

The Grand Wayne Convention Center’s kitchen uses state-of-art equipment and techniques to provide superb food and beverage service. The Center contracts with the attached Hilton Hotel to provide this catering service.

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We are excited about the possibility of the Midwest Society for Photographic Education Conference to be held at our facility! The Grand Wayne Center Staff and our associates will make sure that your attendees experience our wonderful Hoosier hospitality in Fort Wayne!

Mr. Owen-Murakami, please contact me with any further items that need to be addressed. My phone number is 260-426-4100 and my Email address is lpollock@grandwayne.com. The Grand Wayne Convention Center’s web site is www.grandwayne.com.

Best Regards, GRAND WAYNE CONVENTION CENTER

LeeAnn Pollock Sales Manager

October 05, 2012 Shuichi Owen-Murakami Midwest Society for Photographic Education Email: shuichi.murakami@gmail.com

Re: Midwest Society for Photographic Education Conference Dear Mr. Owen-Murakami

Thank you for the opportunity to bring the Midwest Society for Photographic Education Conference to Fort Wayne.

It would be a pleasure to have the group here at Hilton Fort Wayne at the Grand Wayne Convention Center. In conjunction with Visit Fort Wayne and the Grand Wayne Convention Center we would like to submit the following proposal for your review.

Facilities The newly renovated Hilton at the Grand Wayne Convention Center is the Premiere Hotel in Northern Indiana.

Some of our amenities include: x Two full service restaurants, lounge and room service x Complimentary airport courtesy shuttle x Complimentary high-speed wireless internet access x Pre-Cor Fitness room x Indoor swimming pool x Business Center Availability I am pleased to inform you that we have your preferred date of October 09-13, 2013 available.

The group rate will be available until 21 days prior to arrival. After the cut-off date, the hotel will extend the group rate to conference attendees based on availability.

Day Date Block

Wednesday 10/09/2013 15

Thursday 10/10/2013 80

Friday 10/11/2013 100

Saturday 10/12/2013 100

*Additional dates available for the Conference would be October 16 – 20, 2013

Two Options Offered Rate Option #1

We are pleased to extend a sleeping room rate of $99.00, plus tax.

Our current 2012 rack rates range from $119-$139/night, so this represents a big discount for 2013.

Rate Option #2 – Includes a Rebate Rebate to help off set meeting room rental ¾ Discounted guestroom rate of $109.00 single/double triple/quad occupancy ¾ The Hilton pays a $10 rebate to Midwest Society for Photographic Education on every consumed room night. Midwest Society for Photographic Education would receive a check within 30 days after the event.

Example - $10.00 x 280 = $2800.00 (This would cover meeting space charges at the Grand Wayne!

Concessions x 1/40 complimentary policy x 4– King Deluxe Suites at Group Rate for VIP’s x 2 complimentary room nights for a site inspection, subject to availability Meeting Space at The Grand Wayne Convention Center Your conference would be held at the beautiful Grand Wayne Convention Center. Please see LeeAnn Pollock’s proposal at the Grand Wayne Convention Center The Hilton Fort Wayne is directly connected to the Grand Wayne Convention Center on two levels, providing a seamless flow for attendees.

Parking Covered parking is available in the city-owned garage located directly across the street and connected to the hotel via the 3rd floor skywalk. Parking in the covered garage is $7.00 per day.

Location We are conveniently located downtown. There are a number of restaurants and local attractions within walking distance of the hotel.

Thank you so much for your consideration. Please keep in mind that we are not currently holding guest rooms, however, we would be happy to do so upon request of a contract.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions at 260.422.4002.

Warm regards,

Kathy M. Horton, Sales Manager, Hilton Fort Wayne

Hampton Inn by Hilton – Fort Wayne, Indiana GROUP RATE AND AVAILABILITY INQUIRY Estimated number of rooms needed: 295 Group name: Shuichi Owen-Murakami Group Code: MSP 10/09/2013 Check in: Group Contact: Shuichi Owen-Murakami

Check out: 10/12/2013 Phone:

Address:

E-mail: shuichi.murakami@gmail.com

Vital Information: During off peak season, weekend rates may vary. If there is a gap of time between this quote and the actual reservation of your group block it is recommended to call for an updated rate quote.

Dates, guestroom availability, and rates may vary and are limited; please, reserve early.

Until confirmation is signed by all parties and guaranteed with credit card, dates, rates and guestroom availability are not guaranteed and are subject to change.

Group special terms: Groups may reserve ten (10) guestrooms, five (5) of each standard room type.

When these 10 rooms are reserved / assigned to individuals and guaranteed with a credit card more guestrooms may be added in increments of five (5) additional guestrooms.

Rates: Following information is based on 10 or more reserved guestrooms, confirmed and occupied.

Day Wed 10.9.2013 Date 15 King/2 Queens *Rate does not include 14% tax.

Thu 10.10.2013 20

Fri 10.11.13 20

Sat 10.12.13 20

Breakfast: Hot breakfast is included as part of your stay.

To reserve a room:

Phone: Fax: Email:

260.483.3999 260.483.2999 owen.fought@hilton.com

Reservations will be made _X_individual calls ___rooming list (please contact the hotel for further instructions)

Billing instructions: please mark accordingly:

Rate $92

Group Individual

Room 75

Tax 14%

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Requests are not guaranteed (1 or 2 floor, rollaway beds, refrigerators, etc), but the hotel staff will do everything possible to ensure that all guests needs are met.

Check in time is 3:00pm and after. Check out time is 11:00 noon.

The reservation cut off date is 9.10.2013 generally, 30 days prior to arrival date of group. After this date, all rooms not guaranteed with a credit card or advance deposit will be released for general sale.

Cancellation policy: Any group guestroom reservation secured with a credit card should be cancelled a minimum of 24 hours (6 P.M.) day prior to arrival to avoid any service charges.

Our Mission: To be the cleanest and friendliest hotel in Fort Wayne.

Conference rooms: The Hampton Inn Dupont has one boardroom and two (2) meeting rooms that also combine into one (1) large room. The smaller room seats 28 – 32 with tables and chairs, and theatre style seating up to 50. The larger room seats double that or around 60 with tables and chairs and 85 – 95 theatre style, with chairs only.

To protect the terms described above, the following dates must be met, or rooms may be released. By signing below you are agreeing with the information above and this information will be entered into our reservations system upon arrival to us. Please call to confirm the arrival of your document to our hotel Sales Staff. We do not guarantee availability and rates for your group from the time of your receiving and returning this quote back to us. It is recommended that you contact us for an updated quote.

We hope you will choose the Hampton Inn Dupont by Hilton for your guests’ needs now and in the future.

Please return the signed copy by 10/31/2013 Authorized group contact (please print): _____________________________ Authorized group contact signature: ________________________________ Date: _________________________ Thank you for your inquiry!

2ZHQ )RXJKW Sales Manager

Hampton Inn Dupont 3520 E. Dupont Rd Fort Wayne, IN 46825 260.483.3999 Owen.Fought@hilton.com

October 9, 2012

RE: Midwest Society for Photographic Education

On behalf of the Guesthouse, I would like to submit the following in regards to the Midwest Society for Photographic Education Conference to be held October 9 – 12, 2013.

I would be happy to reserve a block of sleeping rooms for affiliates attending this event at a rate of $99.00 for a standard room (2 double beds) or king. This rate includes both free dinner AND breakfast vouchers/limit 2 room (beverages and gratuity are not included).

In addition to sleeping rooms, I have meeting space available as well. The room rental for 3 rooms for lectures and 1 room for interviews would be $1,325.00/day. However, I would like to offer you a discount room rental rate of $650.00/day for the meeting rooms. The room set up charge is $150.00 that you would only be charged one time.

The room rental for your evening banquet on Saturday evening would be waived with serving a minimum of 150 meals.

The Guesthouse is located on the Northwest side of Fort Wayne just off I-69. Hotel amenities include a restaurant and lounge, free parking, free WiFi, shuttle service to/from the airport, indoor and outdoor pools, whirlpool, and exercise room. To take a visual tour of the hotel, please visit our website at www.donhalls.com.

Don Hall’s Guesthouse is a family owned business backed by over 65 years of hospitality experience. The warmth and friendliness of our staff, our extensive experience in food service, and our emphasis on quality and value are, we believe, what sets us apart from our competition.

Thank you for the opportunity of being a part of your conference next year. I look forward to a favorable reply so the necessary rooms may be reserved for you. If I may be of further assistance, or if you would like a tour of the hotel, do not hesitate to contact me at 489-2524, ext. 490 or dawn@donhalls.com.

Sincerely,

Dawn Nichter Hall’s Corporate Sales Manager

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October 9, 2012

Mr. Shuichi Owen-Murakami Re: Midwest Society for Photographic Education / October 9 – 13, 2013 Dear Mr. Owen-Murakami; On behalf of the entire staff at the Hilton Garden Inn Fort Wayne, we appreciate your consideration in choosing our hotel as an “Overflow Hotel” on October 9 – 13, 2013.

Following are our proposals for consideration. As you review our information, please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions.

HILTON GARDEN INN FORT WAYNE Facility/Amenities Spacious guest rooms featuring: 2-Queen size beds or 1-King size bed In-room microwave oven, mini-fridge & coffee maker Indoor pool & Whirlpool Fitness Center (24-hours) Laundry Facility 24-Hour Pavilion Pantry Breakfast Cafe 6A - 10A, featuring an all-you-can-eat buffet & made-to-order options, $9.95+tax, per person Complimentary WIFI 24-Hour Business Center Complimentary parking There are a variety of casual, fast-food & fine dining restaurants close to the hotel Easy access on/off I-69 & Hwy 24 (Exit 302); approx. 10-15 minutes from downtown city center Proposed Room Block Wednesday, October 9, 2013 Thursday, October 10, 2013 Friday, October 11, 2013 Saturday, October 12, 2013

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Group Rate $89.00 + 14% tax, per room, per night. Current taxes are subject to change

Homewood Suites by Hilton Fort Wayne 8621 US Hwy 24 West, Fort Wayne, IN 46804 Phone: 260-432-5100 / Fax: 260-434-1830

October 9, 2012

Mr. Shuichi Owen-Murakami Re: Midwest Society for Photographic Education / October 9 – 13, 2013 Dear Mr. Owen-Murakami; On behalf of the entire staff at the new Homewood Suites by Hilton Fort Wayne, we appreciate your consideration in choosing our hotel as an “Overflow Hotel”. It would be our pleasure to host your guests on October 9 – 13, 2013, and provide all of the comforts and conveniences of home!

Following is our proposal for consideration. As you review our information, please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions.

PROPOSAL Facility/Amenities Spacious suites featuring: Separate bedroom & living room areas; Kitchen with full-size refrigerator, microwave, stove-top cooking, coffee maker & dishwasher; cooking utensils, dining table Large work desk with ergonomic chair, desk lamp and desk-level outlets Complimentary daily Hot Breakfast Buffet (6A - 9A) Complimentary light Dinner Buffet (Mon-Thu, 5P – 7P) Fitness Center (24-hours) Indoor pool & whirlpool (located at adjacent Hilton Garden Inn) 24-Hour Guest Laundry Facility 24-Hour On-site convenience store Outdoor grill and patio Complimentary grocery shopping Complimentary WIFI 24-Hour Complimentary Business Center Complimentary parking There are a variety of restaurants next to/across the street from our hotel Easy access on/off I-69 & Hwy 24 (Exit 302); approx. 10-15 minutes from downtown city center.

Proposed Group Block Wednesday, October 9, 2013 Thursday, October 10, 2013 Friday, October 11, 2013 Saturday, October 12, 2013

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Group Rate $94.00 + 14% tax, per suite, per night. Current taxes are subject to change.

October 9, 2012

RE: Midwest Society for Photographic Education

On behalf of the Guesthouse, I would like to submit the following in regards to the Midwest Society for Photographic Education Conference to be held October 9 – 12, 2013.

I would be happy to reserve a block of sleeping rooms for affiliates attending this event at a rate of $99.00 for a standard room (2 double beds) or king. This rate includes both free dinner AND breakfast vouchers/limit 2 room (beverages and gratuity are not included).

In addition to sleeping rooms, I have meeting space available as well. The room rental for 3 rooms for lectures and 1 room for interviews would be $1,325.00/day. However, I would like to offer you a discount room rental rate of $650.00/day for the meeting rooms. The room set up charge is $150.00 that you would only be charged one time.

The room rental for your evening banquet on Saturday evening would be waived with serving a minimum of 150 meals.

The Guesthouse is located on the Northwest side of Fort Wayne just off I-69. Hotel amenities include a restaurant and lounge, free parking, free WiFi, shuttle service to/from the airport, indoor and outdoor pools, whirlpool, and exercise room. To take a visual tour of the hotel, please visit our website at www.donhalls.com.

Don Hall’s Guesthouse is a family owned business backed by over 65 years of hospitality experience. The warmth and friendliness of our staff, our extensive experience in food service, and our emphasis on quality and value are, we believe, what sets us apart from our competition.

Thank you for the opportunity of being a part of your conference next year. I look forward to a favorable reply so the necessary rooms may be reserved for you. If I may be of further assistance, or if you would like a tour of the hotel, do not hesitate to contact me at 489-2524, ext. 490 or dawn@donhalls.com.

Sincerely,

Dawn Nichter Hall’s Corporate Sales Manager