2023 Annual Meeting
The Executive Committee is thrilled to announce that the AFBC will hold an in-person annual meeting this coming June! The meeting will be held at the lovely Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte, located in Uptown Charlotte. Please mark your calendars for June 21 – 23. The meeting will follow our customary format with a reception the evening of the 21st and ½ day seminars the following Thursday and Friday. Courtney Colby has already lined up some fantastic speakers! More details to follow.
To register for the 2023 Annual Meeting, please complete the registration form and pay the registration fee. The registration form can be downloaded here or can be completed below.
To register for the 2023 Annual Meeting, please complete the registration form and pay the registration fee. The registration form can be downloaded here or can be completed below.
Registration Fees
- $425 USD for members
- $475 USD for non-members
- Attendees may include a guest for an additional $100 USD. Guests are invited to the opening reception and all meals.
The registration fee includes CLE applications and processing.
Individual and group payments may be made by sending a check payable to "Association of Fraternal Benefit Counsel" to the AFBC Secretary-Treasurer, Ellen Reynolds, at the following address: AFBC c/o Modern Woodmen of America, 1701 1st Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201. If making a group payment, please provide the names of all attendees with the payment. Individual payments may also be made using PayPal.
Individual and group payments may be made by sending a check payable to "Association of Fraternal Benefit Counsel" to the AFBC Secretary-Treasurer, Ellen Reynolds, at the following address: AFBC c/o Modern Woodmen of America, 1701 1st Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201. If making a group payment, please provide the names of all attendees with the payment. Individual payments may also be made using PayPal.
Registration Payment
The AFBC will refund 100% of fees for any cancellation request received on or before May15, 2023. The AFBC will refund 50% of fees for any cancellation request received between May 16th and May 31st. No refunds will be made after May 31st.
Registration Form
Lodging
Hotel reservations are not included with the registration. The AFBC has secured a limited number of standard rooms at the Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte at a discounted rate of $249 USD. Reserve your room here or by calling the hotel directly at 1-704-372-1877 (Mention the Association of Fraternal Benefit Council (AFBC) to ensure you receive the group discount). If using the online link to book your stay, select "Attendee" as your guest type. The group rate is subject to availability. Reservations must be received by May 20, 2023 to receive the group rate. The hotel may charge fees for early departures or cancellations. Valet parking is available for $40 USD per night or $25 USD per day for guests not staying overnight.