70th Annual Meeting. September 30 October 2, 2018 The Greenbrier. Sunday, September 30. 3:00 5:00 pm Hotel Check In Upper Lobby Alcove

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1 70th Annual Meeting September 30 October 2, 2018 The Greenbrier Sunday, September 30 3:00 5:00 pm Hotel Check In Upper Lobby Alcove The VPCGA check-in and packet pick-up will be open from 3:00 to 5:00 pm where you can pick up your convention materials, name badges and get information on events. Opening Reception Chesapeake Terrace 6:30 7:30 pm Hosted by Capital One Don t miss out on the Opening Reception sponsored by Capital One to kick off the Annual Meeting with cocktails and hors d oeuvres on the Chesapeake Terrace. Come enjoy this chance to catch up with friends and acquaintances or introduce yourself to new members and irst time attendees. The reception will begin at 6:30pm.

2 Sunday, September 30, cont. 7:30 9:00 pm Banquet Dinner Chesapeake Room All registrants and spouses will enjoy an elegant seated banquet dinner in the beautiful Chesapeake Room. Business Attire (coat and tie) for Sunday evening events. 9:00 pm Presentation of the 2018 Distinguished Service Award The 2018 Service Award will recognize an individual for extraordinary service to the petroleum marketing, convenience, or grocery industries in Virginia. Presentation of the 2018 Oilman of the Year Award The Carroll Willingham Virginia Oilman of the Year Award will also be presented to the honoree Sunday evening at the conclusion of dinner. Since established in 1980, the award has recognized 39 individuals for their extraordinary contributions to the petroleum industry in Virginia. The award is named after the late Carroll Willingham, a former Marathon petroleum employee and longtime supporter of VPCGA. The award will be presented by last year s recipient Bill Holtzman (pictured left with 2017 recipient Mike Neish.) 2018 Oilman of the Year Nomination Form 2018 Distinguished Service Nomination Form Monday, October 1 Business Casual for Monday and Tuesday events 7:30 am Partners Breakfast

3 Monday, October 1, cont. 9:00 10:30 am GENERAL SESSION Crystal Room Keynote Address - Capital One The volatility of crude oil pricing results from many issues often beyond the control of petroleum marketers, including international unrest, weather events and supply disruptions. Having a banker that understands these industry dynamics is critical, and Virginia-based Capital One Bank has formed a group speci ically focused on the needs of the petroleum marketing industry. We are pleased that the leaders of this group, Richard Amador and Michael Quinn, Senior Vice Presidents, Convenience & Gas Banking, will join us for an interactive keynote presentation on how to make the most of your banking relationship, including the vetting that takes place before undertaking a new inancing, cash low tools and national industry trends. Federated Insurance Joe Merritt Protecting Your Interests 10:30 11:30 am BREAKOUT COMMITTEE MEETINGS Heating Fuels Hayes Room Motor Fuels McKinley Room 12:00 pm Culinary Demonstration & Lunch Culinary Arts Center (separate registration fee) A member of the Greenbrier Culinary Staff will tantalize your senses by demonstrating their professional talents so you can enjoy the wonderful world of ine cuisine. The demonstration is held in the Culinary Arts Center located in what was formerly the bunker. 12:30 pm Catterton Memorial Golf Tournament The Meadows Course (separate registration fee) The Meadows Course, originally constructed in 1924 by Seth Raynor, was redesigned by Jack Nicklaus in The Greenbrier is the only resort course in the world to have hosted The Ryder Cup (1979) and The Solheim Cup (1994). This 6,675-yard, par 72 course is heavily wooded and demands forced carries onto the greens. The well-bunkered and terraced greens require accurate iron play and talent with the putter. The Meadows Course begins and ends at The Golf Club. The tournament will begin with a shotgun start at 12:30 pm and foursomes will be prearranged.

4 Monday, October 1, cont. 4:30 5:30 pm 19th Hole Reception Please join us after the tournament on the golf club patio for a 19th hole reception. This reception is open to all, golfers and non-golfers alike. Join us for drinks, snacks, and prizes. The reception is sponsored by VPCGA s Industry Partners. Dinner is on your own Monday night. Tuesday, October 2 Business Casual for Monday and Tuesday events 7:30 am Brand Breakfasts By Invitation 9:00 11:00 am GENERAL SESSION Crystal Room 70th Annual Membership Meeting Panel Tuesday s General Session will open with an interactive panel of leaders who today are providing diversi ied branding and supply options to petroleum marketers across the Unites States. Members will hear from John Patrick, COO of Liberty Petroleum, Frank Dotson, Pure Cooperative, and Gerry Ramm, CEO of Sprit Petroleum. In today s competitive marketplace each of these companies has established programs designed to improve the bottom line for their customers. Participants will discuss imaging, supply, payments processing and how their brands can bene it your bottom line. Real ID DMV October 1, 2018 will be an important day for all Virginia's as that begins a two year phase in of the State's Real ID program. This program which was mandated by Congress in response to 9/11 requires that all residents have an upgraded secure Real ID license. Linda Ford from DMV will walk us through this process, timeframes, and associated costs

5 Welcome to The Greenbrier! Named Resort of the Century in 1999, The Greenbrier is a National Historic Landmark resort and the cornerstone of White Sulphur Springs for over 230 years. One of only three resorts to earn AAA Five Star ratings for 33 consecutive years, this magni icent property boasts world-class golf, 30 specialty shops, 10 distinctive lobbies, a casino, and 6,500 acres of recreational fun. While You re Here There are many activities apart from the VPCGA scheduled events that are available to you as guests at the Greenbrier. Be sure to visit the legendary Greenbrier Spa, where you can take in the natural mineral waters as guests have done since The 40,000-square -foot spa was named the number one resort spa in North America and the Caribbean by Condé Nast Traveler. Spend some time at the Art Colony a unique experience that features skilled artisans demonstrating their work. Engage in relaxed competition with outdoor and indoor tennis, sporting clay and skeet shooting, or croquet. Experience the area s culinary best at The Greenbrier s 11 eateries. And of course the Greenbrier s new Casino Club is available to all guests. Also, please see the link below to ind information on touring what used to be a nuclear fall-out bunker for the U.S. Congress. Click here for more information on available activities at the Greenbrier.