MASNA’s COVID-19 Updates for MACNA

June 3, 2022:

MACNA 2022:

Click for the Wisconsin Center COVID-19 Information.

MASNA Aligns its COVID policy with the CDC.

View the CDC COVID-19 County View for Milwaukee here.

March 10, 2021:

MACNA 2021 now virtual,
MACNA in Atlanta, GA to be rescheduled,
MACNA 2021 Sponsorships, Booths, & Tickets transferred to an in-person MACNA 2022.

Dear MACNA 2021 Sponsors, Exhibitors, and Guests,

Once again, the safety of the entire world, our nation, and our marine aquarium community is paramount to the MASNA Board and the MACNA 2021 committee. It is essential that we continue to limit our unnecessary travel to allow for the continued suppression of the spread of the pandemic.

As such, as the leading marine aquarium education organization in our science based community, we cannot in good conscience ask thousands of you to once again risk your lives and those of your loved ones to travel across the state, country, and world to Atlanta, Georgia later this summer.

After feedback from many of our sponsors, exhibitors, speakers, and meeting with both venues, we have decided that MACNA in Atlanta, GA will be rescheduled to a later date, and all MACNA 2021 booths and tickets will have their credit transferred to an in-person MACNA 2022. Tickets are fully transferable FOUR weeks prior to the event.

MACNA 2022 will be publicly announced on April 19, 2021.

After the hugely successful virtual MACNA 2020 Phoenix Rising, and mini MACNA, the MACNA 2021 committee will be working in the coming weeks to put together a virtual program to be held during the same dates as MACNA 2021, September 3-5, so that we can still come together for the Education, Trade, and Community that so much of us need in this trying time.

We’d like to thank the marine aquarium industry & community for your support during these past months, and for helping us make this decision. MASNA is actively working with all parties in Atlanta to reschedule the facilities for a future date.

We encourage marine aquarium clubs to utilize our MASNA Speaks program in order to offset the cost of bringing MACNA quality speakers to their next virtual club meeting. Through our MASNA Speaks program, remote presentations are reimbursable up to $100, for speakers using on-line or teleconferencing delivery methods. More information can be found here: www.masna.org/club-resources/masna-speaks-2

Want to contact us with regards to MACNA? Use our contact form here: www.macna.org/contact-us

Want to make a tax deductible donation to MASNA, a 501(c)(3) non-profit? Find out more information here: www.macna.org/donate-to-masna

-MASNA Board of Directors

March 2, 2021:

We are currently working with the hotels and convention center to make sure we can stay & meet safely .

Feb 12, 2021:

Thank you to our exhibitors for answering our MACNA 2021 Exhibitor Survey on COVID-19.

We are working with our local partners to implement your suggestions.

Nov 25, 2020:

Dear MACNA 2021 Exhibitors and Guests,

We hope you all continue to remain safe during this unprecedented time. Firstly, we at MASNA would like to Thank You for your long and continued support of MACNA.

At MASNA, the continued health and well-being of our staff, volunteers, members, exhibitors, and pets is a priority.

MASNA is always in contact with all the appropriate MACNA 2021 facilities, and is actively monitoring updates from federal, state, and local authorities.

The Georgia International Convention Center is open for business, and implementing a variety of safety protocols. www.atldistrict.com/meeting-planners/district-safety/meet-safely/

The MACNA 2021 hotels are observing strict safety measures: www.atldistrict.com/meeting-planners/district-safety/hotel-safety/

Additionally, The Atlanta SkyTrain allows travelers to get from the airport to the Gateway Center campus with minimal contact and minimal time spent in enclosed spaces. www.atldistrict.com/meeting-planners/accessibility/

As we enter into 2021, MASNA is moving forward with the intent for MACNA 2021. Look for MASNA to provide updates as new information develops. Please contact us with any questions or concerns.

Again; Thank you and have a safe rest of 2020.

MASNA’s COVID-19 Updates for MACNA 2020

May 18, 2020:

Dear MACNA 2020 Exhibitors and Guests,

The safety of our marine aquarium community is paramount to the MASNA Board and the MACNA 2020 committee. As such, we cannot in good conscience ask thousands of you to risk your lives and those of your loved ones to travel across the state, country, and world to Phoenix, AZ later this summer.

After feedback from many of our exhibitors and attendees, and meeting with both venues, we have decided that MACNA 2020 will be canceled and all MACNA 2020 booths and tickets will have their credit transferred to MACNA 2021.

MACNA 2021 will be publicly announced on June 1, 2020.

We will be working in the coming weeks to put together a virtual program to be held during the same dates as MACNA 2020, August 28-30, so that we can still come together for the Education, Trade, and Community that so much of us need in this trying time.

We’d like to thank you for your support during these past months, and for helping us make this decision. MASNA will be investigating a return to Phoenix in the future.

Want to contact us with regards to MACNA? Use our contact form here: https://macna.org/contact-us/

-MASNA Board of Directors

May 7, 2020:

“Elevated cleanliness while staying with the MACNA Community!”

We know many of you are concerned about MACNA 2020 and your hotel stay during the show.

We are still currently planning on holding the show from August 28 – 30, and are continuously evaluating the situation to ensure the safety of everyone involved.

May 6, 2020:

Check out the COVID-19 responses from our MACNA 2020 partners.

Marriott’s Commitment to Cleanliness

Phoenix Convention Center Coronavirus Protocol

April 29, 2020:

MACNA 2020 is currently scheduled to run as normal.

MACNA 2020 Ticket sales / transfers: Tickets are fully transferable up until July 31, 2020. Complete the private sale, and have the seller let us know through the MACNA 2020 contact page using the “Transfer / Sell Pass” option here.

MACNA 2020 Ticket Exchange: MASNA is allowing the credit from MACNA 2020 tickets purchased before April 25, 2020 to be transferred to MACNA 2021 tickets. This exchange must be completed before July 31, 2020. Please fill out the MACNA 2020 contact form using the “Ticket Exchange” option here. This will invalidate your existing MACNA 2020 tickets and is non-reversible.

April 27, 2020:

MACNA 2020 is currently scheduled to run as normal.

MASNA is currently working with Marriott and the Phoenix Convention Center to ensure that MACNA 2020 will be successful from August 28 – 30.

We will be updating this page, found at https://macna.org/covid/, with the latest updates as they are announced.

March 18, 2020:

At MASNA, the continued health and well-being of our staff, volunteers, members and pets is a priority.

Recognizing the ongoing and increased uncertainty that coronavirus (COVID-19) is causing around the world, in accordance with the guidelines issued from the CDC and WHO, we suggest that our members postpone any club meetings or events in the immediate future.

Work with your online & local fish stores to ensure that your pets will be also cared for in this time of need. We are happy to see that many stores are now offering curb-side pick up of supplies ordered online or over the phone.

Continue to consult your national and local health authorities for guidelines you and your club can implement.

MASNA is in contact with both the Phoenix Convention Center & The Sheraton Downtown Phoenix (the MACNA 2020 venues) and is actively monitoring updates from federal, state, and local authorities.

We will provide updates as new information develops.