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June 15 - 19, 2026

MICA 69th Annual Conference

The Everline Resort and Spa, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel Olympic Valley, CA  

REGISTRATION for the MICA 69th ANNUAL CONFERENCE is NOW OPEN!

June 15–19, 2026 • Lake Tahoe

Join Us in Stunning Lake Tahoe!

We’ve paired an incredible destination with expanded educational sessions, valuable industry networking, and plenty of time to enjoy everything Tahoe has to offer.

Bring the family, connect with peers from across the insulation industry, and experience one of our most exciting conferences yet.

We hope to see you in Lake Tahoe!

Lake Tahoe

MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Registration (Papoose Peak)

9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — MICA Manual Committee Meeting (Closed) (Tinker’s Knob)

2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. — Executive Committee Meeting (Closed)

3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Past Presidents’ Planning Committee Meeting (Closed)

6:00 p.m. — Past Presidents’ and Board of Directors’ Dinner (By Invitation)

TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Board of Directors Meeting (Closed) (Castle Peak)

12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Registration and MICA Hospitality (Papoose Peak)

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Promotion & Membership Committee MeetingNate Brink, Chairperson
Open to All Attendees

2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Young Professionals Committee MeetingPhil Rosendahl and Andrew Davis, Co-Chairs
Open to all attendees under 40 or with less than 5 years’ experience in the industry

3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
First Time Attendee Orientation and Reception (Spa Deck)
New members and first-time attendees are encouraged to join the MICA Board of Directors for a brief introduction and orientation prior to the Welcome Reception.

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Associate Sponsored Opening Night Welcome Reception (Spa Deck)
50/50 Raffle to Benefit the Young Professionals Scholarship Program!

Evening Open — Dinner on Your Own • Enjoy Lake Tahoe!

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2026

8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
Member/Spouse Plated Breakfast and Opening Remarks (Alpine Ballroom)
with Carl Petersen, MICA President

8:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Bianca Lager Aae Headshot

Keynote Presentation

"The Trust Dividend: Risks and Rewards of Getting Leadership Right and Wrong"
with Bianca Lager, Founder of BLINC Solutions

This interactive educational session introduces a practical framework for building trust through everyday leadership behaviors using the FACTS model: Focus, Accountability, Consistency, Transparency, and Sincerity.

10:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

Pete Smith

Featured Session

Dare to Matter: The Unapologetic Drive to Matter More
with Pete Smith, SmithImpact

Pete’s dynamic message encourages attendees to reconnect with purpose, overcome burnout, and focus on the meaningful impact their work has on teams, businesses, and communities.

12:00 NoonGolf Tournament with Shotgun Start at 1:00 p.m.
Mulligans will be sold to benefit the Young Professionals Scholarship Program!

1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Lake Tahoe’s Fly Fishing School
Cast ’n Catch at the Everline Resort is a great beginner-to-intermediate experience with breathtaking views of Olympic Valley.

Afternoon and Evening Open — Dinner on Your Own • Enjoy Lake Tahoe!

THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026

7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.Breakfast for All Attendees (Iron Road)

7:45 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.Safety Committee Meeting (Grand Sierra CD)
Tyler Asher & Ashleigh Gleeson, Co-Chairs • Open to All Attendees

8:45 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Annual Membership Meeting & Election of Board Directors
with Carl Petersen, MICA President

9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
Recognition of “Best Practices in Safety” Participants
with Gary Auman and Safety Committee Co-Chairs Tyler Asher & Ashleigh Gleeson

9:15 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
Honoring the Craft – An NIA Update
with NIA President, John C. Stevens – JT THORPE

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Sara Whedon

Educational Session

Building Well-Being: Enhancing Brain Health for All Roles in Construction
Sara Whedon – Creator of The Organizational Nervous System™ and The Resilient Brain Formula

This session introduces a brain-based approach to workplace performance and well-being, with practical strategies attendees can apply right away.

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Open Forum Discussions
Union Contractors Forum • Open Shop Contractors Forum • Associate Member Forum

Afternoon Open — Lunch on Your Own • Enjoy Lake Tahoe!

5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Farewell Dinner, Golf Awards and Silent Auction (Alpine Ballroom)
Supporting the Young Professionals Scholarship Program

FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026

8:00 a.m. — Board of Directors Meeting (Closed) (Papoose Peak)

HOTEL INFORMATION

The Everline Resort and Spa, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

400 Squaw Creek Rd
Olympic Valley, CA 96146

Room Rate: $349.00 per night + tax (12.695%)
Inclusive of the $50 per night resort fee

Resort Fee Includes:
WiFi in guestrooms, in-room coffee and refrigerator, Olympic Valley shuttle service, 24-hour health club access, daily recreation activities, ski/golf valet, access to the Oasis Pool Complex, spa shop discount, and discounted greens fees.

To Reserve Your Room: 800-404-8006

OR: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/RNODH/G-388G

Group Code: G-388G

Room Block Cut-Off Date: May 22, 2026

Check-In: 4:00 PM
Check-Out: 11:00 AM

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