The next meeting of DTMA is Thursday, September 14, 2017
at the Detroit Zoo.
8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI location map.

Lunch Meeting
followed by (optional) visit of general zoo exhibits.
One Session: Taming the Operations of the Detroit Zoo
Speakers: Gerald VanAcker, COO and Robert Schumaker, Director of Finance
Session Description: Managing an organization like the Detroit Zoo requires multi-faceted skills from a COO. Gerry VanAcker will present on managing the day to day zoo operations. Robby Schumaker will present on managing the treasury activities of the organization to include an analysis of the zoo’s recent payment transformation from traditional payment products to a robust p-card program with its vendors.
Approved for up to 1.0 CTP/CCM recertification credits by the Association for Financial Professionals.
Approved for up to 1.0 FP&A recertification credits by the Association for Financial Professionals.
Event Schedule
Check-in Registration begins @ 12:00 PM Noon
Lunch @ 12:30 PM
Speakers @ 1:00PM - 2:00 PM
(Optional) Visit the Zoo exhibits @ 2:00 PM
Zoo closes at 5 PM
Kindly register by Monday, Sept. 11.
Early registrations are appreciated.