Mackinac Ballroom, Level 5
Friday, Feb. 24, 7-9 a.m.
Saturday, Feb. 25, 7-9 a.m.
Sunday, Feb. 26, 7-9 a.m.

Start your day off right by having a continental breakfast sponsored by the Michigan Pharmacy Foundation. Members can gain access to breakfast 15 minutes early each day by showing their member ID card.

Brule A-B, Level 5
Saturday, Feb. 25, Noon-1:20 p.m.

Consultant Pharmacists Society of Michigan (CPSM) will hold its annual membership meeting and luncheon where the CPSM Pharmacist of the Year and Leadership Awards will be given. Ticket is required. Pre-registration is necessary. Onsite registrations for this luncheon will not be accepted.

Renaissance Ballroom, Level 4
Friday, Feb. 24, Noon-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 25, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

For many attendees, exhibits will be a highlight of the MPA Annual Convention &
Exposition. The Exhibit Hall will offer you the opportunity to take a break from the
programming and a chance to relax and acquaint yourself with pharmacy products,
services and representatives. Don’t miss out on this once-a-year opportunity. To
allow ample time with the exhibitors, continuing education programs will not occur
on Friday and Saturday from noon-1:30 p.m. Food and beverage will be available
in the Exhibit Hall, including a cash bar on Friday from 6-8 p.m. and pizza lunch on
Saturday. Children under the age of 16 years will not be allowed in the Exhibit Hall. Absolutely no food or beverage may be brought into the Exhibit Hall unless ordered from the hotel’s catering department.

QR Code Social Passport Activity
Get to know our Annual Convention exhibitors! Attendees have an opportunity to win prizes by completing our QR Code Social Passport. Participating Annual Convention exhibitors will have a QR code placed at their booth in the Exhibit Hall (Renaissance Ballroom, Level 4). Attendees are encouraged to visit booths to read the codes with their smart phones and engage in conversation with exhibitor representatives to obtain the answers. Answer at least 10 exhibitor questions and be entered into a drawing for various prizes donated by vendors! Exhibit Hall hours are Friday, Feb. 24 from noon-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., and Saturday, Feb. 25 from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Answer cards must be received by noon on Saturday, Feb. 25. Read the instructions below for additional details.

RULES

1. Find the QR code at various booths in the Exhibit Hall (each participating vendor will have one), and decode.
2. Answer the question that pops up on your smart phone on this answer card by engaging in discussion with a representative at the booth.
3. When you’ve visited at least 10 booths and answered their questions, drop your answer card off in the drop box outside the Exhibit Hall near the Convention Registration Desk. Cards must be received by noon on Saturday to be eligible for prize drawings.

READING QR CODES

1. Download a free application on your smart phone at http://www.mobile-barcodes.com/qr-code-software. If you’re using an application search (BlackBerry™ App World, Apple App Store, Android Market) instead of directly accessing this Web site, search for ‘qr code reader.’ Some examples are Scanlife, KAYWA, Upcode and RedLaser.
2. Use the installed application to scan the QR code by holding the camera still and in the center of the QR code until the image comes into focus.
3. A message will indicate that the image capture was successful.
4. The code will produce a question about each participating exhibitor on your phone. Don’t have a smart phone? You are welcome to network and form teams with colleagues to discover the answers!

WIN PRIZES!
Of the cards collected, a drawing for various prizes donated by vendors will take place Saturday at noon. Winners will be posted outside the Exhibit Hall (Renaissance Ballroom, Level 4). Prizes must be picked up during the final hour of the Exhibit Hall on Saturday, Feb. 25 from 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Ambassador Ballrooms 2-3, Level 3
Saturday, Feb. 25, 9-10:20 a.m.

Knowledge-type Activity
112-000-12-127-L04-P & 112-000-12-827-L04-T
1.0 contact hour
Timothy A. Pletcher, executive director, Michigan Health Information Network, Mt. Pleasant, Mich.
At the end of this presentation, participants should be able to provide an overview of the current United States health information technology landscape; identify the stages of “meaningful use” and their future bearing on pharmacists; describe semantic interoperability and its impact on the health care system; and discuss potential industry changes the next levels of health information sharing might enable.

Marquette A-B, Level 5
Sunday, Feb. 26, 12:30-2 p.m.

The Local Association Development Committee (LADC) will be sponsoring an invitational leadership luncheon for local association officers. MPA’s Annual Convention is a prime opportunity for LADC to host its annual program to help support the growth of local associations and the development of local officers. This program will be held immediately following the House of Delegates Session on Sunday. Participation is limited to two representatives from each local association and is by invitation only. This program will not be accredited for continuing education credit.

Ambassador Ballroom 3, Level 3
Sunday, Feb. 26, 9:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.

MPA’s 2012 House of Delegates Session will be held, and the Local Association
Achievement Awards and the Ernie Koch Striving for Excellence Award will be
presented.

New Delegate Briefing
Marquette A-B, Level 5
Sunday, Feb. 26, 8:30-9:15 a.m.

New delegates are encouraged to attend this briefing to learn about the House of
Delegates process.

Mackinac Ballroom, Level 5
Thursday, Feb. 23, 6-8 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 24, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 25, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 26, 7-9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Plan to visit the MPA Store where you can purchase miscellaneous pharmacy and
Association-related items.

Ambassador Ballroom 1, Level 3
Friday, Feb. 24, 7-10:30 p.m.

Student pharmacists are invited to stop by this informal reception on Friday. Enjoy
drinks, pizza and board games, while networking with fellow student pharmacists
from Michigan’s colleges of pharmacy. All registered student pharmacists are
invited to attend. Student MPA (SMPA) members can attend complimentary. A fee
applies to nonmember student pharmacists.

Michigan Pharmacy Foundation (MPF) will once again host the Adopt-a-Student program through a special fundraising campaign. The mission of MPF is to advance pharmacy, pharmacy education and research, and to promote pharmacy practice to the highest level of patient care.
Student pharmacists are the future of the profession, and this is an excellent opportunity to mentor student pharmacists who will advance the profession, consistent with MPF’s mission. Individuals can support the Adopt-a-Student program by making a tax-deductible donation of $75 or more to the Foundation. A separate check must be made payable to MPF to be tax deductible. A receipt will be mailed to contributors acknowledging their gift. Student MPA (SMPA) members will then be able to request support from MPF to participate in the Adopt-a-Student program and attend the MPA Annual Banquet at no cost on Saturday from 7-9:30 p.m. Please consider making your donation today with your convention registration and influence the development of a student pharmacist!

Mackinac Ballroom, Level 5
Thursday, Feb. 23, 6-8 p.m. (Open bidding)
Friday, Feb. 24, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. (Open bidding)
Saturday, Feb. 25, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. (Open bidding)
Sunday, Feb. 26, 7-9:30 a.m. (Open bidding) and 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (Winner pick up)

Be sure to check out the MPF Charity Auction! Live auction bidding will begin at 6
p.m. on Thursday and will close at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday. A variety of items will be
available to bid on and the auction will feature a “Buy it Now” option for those who cannot attend through Sunday. Auction items will also be available online to bid on two weeks prior to the live Charity Auction. Bids generated online will be used as opening bids for items in the live auction. Details of the online and live Charity Auction will be provided as the Annual Convention draws nearer.

The Foundation will also host its 3rd annual “Stuff the Bus: Personal Care Because We Care!” donation drive. Convention attendees are encouraged to bring personal care items to the Mackinac Ballroom on level 5 at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center before Sunday morning. All items collected will be donated to Mother Waddles Perpetual Mission, who will then distribute the items to charities throughout Detroit. Attendees will receive a reminder postcard in the mail. If you have any questions, please contact MPA Member Services Manager Allison Drake at (517) 377-0241.

Richard A-B, Level 5
Saturday, Feb. 25, Noon-1:20 p.m.

An annual meeting and luncheon will be held for the Michigan Society of Community Pharmacists. During this luncheon, the MSCP Pharmacist of the Year Award will be given. Ticket is required. Pre-registration is necessary. Onsite registrations for this luncheon will not be accepted.

LaSalle A, Level 5
Sunday, Feb. 26, 7:30-8:30 a.m.

MSHP Delegate Caucus breakfast will be held prior to MPA’s House of Delegates Session. Invitation only.

Ambassador Ballroom 1, Level 3
Saturday, Feb. 25, Noon-1:20 p.m.

Join your classmates and future colleagues on Saturday. This luncheon is sponsored by the Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists. Ticket is required. Pre-registration is necessary. Onsite registrations for this luncheon will not be accepted.

Duluth B, Level 5
Saturday, Feb. 25, Noon-1:20 p.m.

Pharmacy technician members are invited to attend the Michigan Society of Pharmacy Technicians (MSPT) annual meeting and luncheon. The MSPT Technician of the Year Award and Service Award will be presented during this luncheon. Ticket is required. Pre-registration is necessary. Onsite registrations for this luncheon will not be accepted.

Ambassador Ballrooms 2-3, Level 3
Saturday, Feb. 25, 1:30-2:50 p.m.

Student pharmacists representing each college of pharmacy participate in a Jeopardy-like competition testing their knowledge of over-the-counter products. The program becomes interactive when student pharmacists use their “ask the audience” lifelines if they become stumped. This program is aimed at
pharmacists, student pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Come support your college of pharmacy and see who wins the traveling trophy this year. At the end of this presentation, participants should be able to identify and explain aspects of the effective and safe practice of pharmacy self-care treatments; analyze the usage and effectiveness of over-the-counter medications; and classify different groups of over-the-counter medications based on drug treatment class.

Ambassador Ballrooms 2-3, Level 3
Friday, Feb. 24, 4:30-5:50 p.m.

Knowledge-type Activity
112-000-12-122-L04-P & 112-000-12-822-L04-T
1.0 contact hour
B. Douglas Hoey, R.Ph., executive vice president and chief executive officer, National Community Pharmacists Association, Alexandria, Va.
At the end of this presentation, participants should be able to provide an overview of the community pharmacy marketplace, including demographic, economic and patient care services offered. Participants should also be able to describe the value of individualized responsibility for pharmacists to use political advocacy to positively influence their profession and patients in a meaningful way; discuss why pharmacists must “own” medication adherence and tactics they can employ to effect this outcome; and identify why interoperable technology is vital to enhancing pharmacist’s recognized value to the health care system.

In addition, the Legislator of the Year Awards will be given during this session.

LaSalle A-B, Level 5
Friday, Feb. 24, 7 p.m.

Join us for an open 12-step meeting.

Nicolet A-B, Level 5
Friday, Feb. 24, Noon-1:20 p.m.

The Good Government and Good Public Health Policy Awards will be given during this luncheon. Additionally, Hank Fuhs will be recognized for his service as chairman of the Pharmacy PAC Board. Proceeds will benefit Pharmacy PAC. Ticket purchase is required. Pre-registration is necessary.

Richard A-B, Level 5
Friday, Feb. 24, 8-9 a.m.

Pharmacy Services Inc. will hold a breakfast reception for its members, as well as Association leaders, in honor of Doug Hoey, executive vice president and chief executive officer of the National Community Pharmacists Association, on Friday from 8-9 a.m. Invitation only.

Ambassador Ballroom 1, Level 3 (Reception)
Ambassador Ballrooms 2-3, Level 3 (Banquet)
Saturday, Feb. 25, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Join us for a cocktail reception and to formally inaugurate 2012 MPA President
Edward Szandzik at MPA’s Annual Banquet and Awards Ceremony. Awards to be
presented include the Pharmacist of the Year, American Pharmacists Association Foundation/National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations Bowl of Hygeia, Michigan Pharmacy Foundation Fred W. Arnold Public Relations, Executive Board Service, Upsher-Smith Laboratories, Inc. Excellence in Innovation, Pharmacy Services Inc. Distinguished New Pharmacist Practitioner, Executive Board Medal, Hall of Honor, Fellow of Michigan Pharmacists Association and Years of Membership. The student pharmacist self-care championship winners will also be recognized at the awards ceremony. Tickets are required for the Annual Banquet. Advance purchase is necessary. All Convention registrants are invited to attend the cocktail reception at no charge.