Don’t miss these special events to add even more fun and networking to your convention experience! All events are included in your full registration fee.

Opening Party at Brooklyn Bowl Nashville
Sunday, April 30, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Located in one of Nashville’s most booming areas, Germantown, this one-of-a-kind venue offers everything from food, to music, to bowling and games! This space is more than just your average bowling alley, it is a unique 40,000 square foot warehouse sized venue that includes 19 state-of-the art bowling lanes with “spot on” food service through Blue Ribbon. The Opening Party is a fun way to network and connect with fellow Convention attendees in a uniquely Nashville venue.
Important! All attendees must have their convention badge and a photo I.D. to enter Brooklyn Bowl for the opening party. Attendees that plan to bowl must have socks to wear while bowling.


Women in Industry Breakfast & Presentation
Tuesday, May 2, 7:00 am – 8:45 am (RSVP Required)
You in The Driver’s Seat: Strategies to Put You In Control Of Your Life and Career
Presented by Meridith Elliott Powell, Hall of Fame Speaker
Come network with fellow women who work in the material handling industry. Enjoy a high energy, content packed session where Business Growth Expert Meridith Elliott Powell will share the secrets every female professional needs to know to advance their career, build their skills and become the leader that organizations strive to promote and keep.

Closing Country Rock Party
Tuesday, May 3, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
No one knows how to party like Nashville! Well, except for maybe MHEDA Members! We’re combining the best of both worlds with a big ‘ole closing party featuring the amazing sounds of Nashville’s local favorite band The Mantz Brothers! Eat, drink and party the night away!