An In-Person Event With the Opportunity to Get Away
and Touch Base with Real People Who Understand your business!

Sharing experiences and learning from others who have gone through the same trials is one of the major reasons for industry meetings. There is no better proof of the value of getting together as an industry than MSC's last 6 years of RECORD BREAKING attendance. Building on that experience, we plan to set another record in NOLA for 2026.

Everyone Is Welcomed To Participate!

From owners to plant managers or marketing and sales executives to industry suppliers, the MSC invites all interested parties to New Orleans for the 55th MSC Annual Meeting. Come in person to network with industry people and to hear what the Council is doing for your benefit.

Meeting Guidelines:

Non-Members: Participation from non-member companies is welcomed. Non-member participants may attend one association meeting as a first-time registrant and are entitled to the member registration rate. Participation at a second meeting as a non-member is permitted at non-member registration rates. Attendance at additional meetings is by special invitation only. Non-members of MSC may join the Council at any time prior to the Annual Meeting and receive an immediate discount on the registration fee. For information on becoming a member, contact the MSC office at (806) 832-1810.

Meeting Registration: Registration fees include participation at education sessions, handouts, coffee breaks, receptions and the Keynote lunch. Travel to the meeting and hotel accommodations are NOT included in the registration.

Cancellations & Refunds: Cancellations must be received in writing at the MSC office by September 10, 2026, and will be subject to a cancellation fee of 25%, which will be deducted from the refund. No refund will be made for cancellations received after September 10, 2026.

Limits of Liability: The planners, sponsors and host hotel owners, management and staff of the MSC Annual Meeting and its associated events claim no liability for the acts of any supplier to this meeting, nor for the safety of any attendee while in transit to, in residence at or in transit from this event. Attendees who purchase non-refundable airline tickets do so at their own risk. In the event of meeting cancellation, the total amount of liability of the planners and sponsors will be limited to a refund of the registration fee. Submission of the registration form acknowledges acceptance of these provisions.

Host Hotel Reservations:
A special block of rooms has been set-aside for MSC meeting participants. The preferred guest rate for MSC members is: $259 (+tax)/night. The deadline for discounted room rates and space availability is when the block is filled or SEPTEMBER 4, 2026 - WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.

The Westin New Orleans is a well-located, upscale hotel that combines modern luxury with the character and rhythm of New Orleans. It’s perched above The Shops at Canal Place, putting you steps away from the boutiques on Royal Street and the lively dining and entertainment of Bourbon Street in the French Quarter. With sweeping views of the river, it’s a solid choice for those who want to be close to the action without giving up a peaceful, high-quality stay.

Room Reservations: ONLY $259 (+Tax)/Night

A special block of rooms has been set-aside for MSC meeting participants. The preferred guest rate for MSC members is: $259 (+tax)/night. The deadline for discounted room rates and space availability is when the block is filled or SEPTEMBER 4, 2026 - WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.

LOOK FOR REGISTRATIONS TO OPEN IN MAY 2026

THEN, A LINK TO ON-LINE ROOM RESERVATIONS WILL BE
PROVIDED IN REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILS.