In conjunction with the fishing tournament in Port Aransas, there is a brief annual meeting, lunch and management session from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 22, 2010 at Virginia's On The Bay. 

The  leadership training is being presented by Automotive Speaker and Author David Eschbach. All members in good standing who attend will receive reimbursement for one nights stay up to $100 and a FREE lunch for two.  There are currently rooms being held at the Plantation Suites 1 (877) 836-FUNN for $89 per night as well as The Best Western Ocean Villa 1-361-331-1749.   Reservations through the state office must be made by April 9th to qualify for the FREE night.  Contact the office via E-mail at tiaastateoffice@tiaa.net.

Eschbach will present leadership training titled, “The Challenge." To excel in tomorrow’s marketplace we must challenge ourselves to identify our true partners by discovering and utilizing the right organizations, vendors and employees. Your independence relies on the partners you choose. Challenge yourself to choose the right partners. Challenge them to support you while you achieve your goals. Challenge yourself to create a winning team and remain strong, independent and proud. 

Management companies nationwide have charged hundreds of dollars for this information, but thanks to cooperative efforts with TIAA, it's yours free. Not only that, but TIAA will pay for a FREE night’s stay (per membership) at the hotel we will be holding the conference at and complementary lunch for up to two people. The only requirement is that you are a member in good standing, register by April 9th, and attend the luncheon and leadership session. 

TIAA will finish the day with the installation of officers and plan to be done by no later than 1 p.m.  So there will still be plenty of time to enjoy the rest of your day.