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Annual Owners’ Meeting

Each spring, the owners of member companies meet for a few days at attractive locations around the country to compare financials, hear from industry experts, and share recent challenges and successes.  A highlight of each meeting is Michael Barnes’ State of the Industry presentation.  Others in the industry pay big bucks to hear Michael’s insights at the prestigious Barnes Buchanan conference each year.  ESTA members get to experience Michael up close and personal!  One of the Barnes Associates financial analysts also attend our Owners’ Meetings to lead the discussion on the members’ financial benchmarking results.  How much would you pay to have the preeminent financial experts in our industry personally analyze your financial performance and compare it to other industry averages?  ESTA members receive this powerful and priceless service every year!

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Annual Operations Meeting

Each fall Operations Managers, Sales Managers, and other key staff members gather for two days to discuss the challenges they face in the daily operations of their companies.  How do you schedule your techs efficiently?  How do you handle your on-call support?  What type of service vehicle works best?  It is a perfect venue to ask questions, brainstorming solutions, and improve operations.  The power of the group is priceless as they bring back new ideas to implement in their respective operations!

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Upcoming events

    • 26 Apr 2026
    • 29 Apr 2026
    • Grand Hotel Golf Resort and Spa
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    2026 ESTA Owners Meeting

    April 26–29, 2026
    The Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa – Point Clear, Alabama

    Join us for the 2026 ESTA Owners Meeting at the iconic Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa, a stunning bayside property blending Southern charm with world-class amenities. This annual gathering brings together ESTA members for collaboration, strategic discussion, and meaningful connections in an exceptional setting.

    Be sure to download the resort app using the QR code below. The app includes a resort map, daily activity guides, spa booking, dining information, tee times, cabana rentals, and more.

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    Visit the Grand Hotel

    Event Details

    Dates: April 26–29, 2026
    Check-In Time: 4:00 PM
    Reservation Cut-Off: March 25, 2026

    Secure your room early to take advantage of our special group rate.

    Book Your Room


    Dinner Schedule

    Sunday

    • Tournament games during the afternoon (games TBD)
    • Reception in the evening beginning at 6:30pm
    • Dinner on your own


    Monday – Dinner Selection (Please respond by April 1st)

    We will split into two groups based on preference:

    Option 1: Chef’s Cooking Experience

    A hands-on culinary class led by the hotel’s culinary team. We will break into small groups, with each group preparing a portion of the selected menu under guided instruction.

    Limited to 30 participants (adults only), so please sign up early.


    Option 2: Hotel Dinner

    Dinner at the hotel prepared by their amazing culinary team (menu to be determined).

    Please send your preferred option to info@estassociation.org by April 1st.


    Tuesday

    Our banquet dinner will be held at Wash House Restaurant in the Lodge Room at 6:30pm.



    Program

    Our full program—featuring sessions, speakers, networking events, and optional activities—will be available soon.

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    Stay tuned for updates and schedule releases!


    Golf at Lakewood Golf Club

    The renowned Lakewood Golf Club offers 36 championship holes along the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail.


    18 holes: $226

    9 holes: $113


    Guests may book tee times directly with the club at 251-990-6312 or book online.


    Retreat to the European Spa

    Relax at the resort’s 20,000 sq. ft. European-style spa, offering a full menu of restorative treatments and luxurious amenities.
    Explore services and availability:
    https://www.grand1847.com/spa


    Fishing Excursions

    A private captain departs directly from the hotel. The boat accommodates up to 6 guests, and tours book quickly.

    To reserve contact Captain Dan Kolenich at 251-422-3474.

    ***We recommend booking before the end of March at the latest.


    Additional Activities

    Resort & Local Attractions

    Boardwalk Information

    Local History – Clotilda Exhibit

    Trails

    Area Map

    Resort Map

    Experience Guide

    Spa

    Fishing Information

    Dolphin & Eco Tour

    Theater Performances


    We look forward to welcoming you to an inspiring and memorable 2026 Owners Meeting!







Past events

8 Oct 2025 2025 ESTA Ops Meeting
27 Apr 2025 2025 Owner's Meeting

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