Premier Sponsors
A huge thank-you to our Premier Sponsors — steady partners in county progress!
Premier Meet & Greet Table 
Lanyard Sponsor 
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Breakfast Sponsor 
Premier Sponsor 
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Coffee Station Sponsor 
Premier Meet & Greet Table 
Meet & Greet Exhibitors
Browse the exhibitors below.
MAS Exhibitor Advanced Asphalt Products website Website
MAS Exhibitor Affordable Employee Benefits website Website
MAS Exhibitor ATMAX Equipment website Website
MAS Exhibitor B & D Distribution website Website
MAS Exhibitor Benchmark Construction website Website
MAS Exhibitor Burroughs Diesel, Inc. website Website
MAS Exhibitor Century Construction Group website Website
MAS Exhibitor ChemPro Services website Website
MAS Exhibitor Culotta Insurance & Investments website Website
MAS Exhibitor Custom Products (CPC Signs) website Website
MAS Exhibitor Danmark Technologies website Website
MAS Exhibitor Delta Waste Solutions website Website
MAS Exhibitor Government Consultants MAS profile Website
MAS Exhibitor Gulf Atlantic Supply website Website
MAS Exhibitor InnovaSoil Technologies website Website
MAS Exhibitor NextEra Energy Resources website Website
MAS Exhibitor Pac-Mac by Hol-Mac website Website
MAS Exhibitor PryorMorrow website Website
MAS Exhibitor Raymond James website Website
MAS Exhibitor Sansom Equipment Company website Website
MAS Exhibitor Traxplus website Website
MAS Exhibitor Truckworx website Website
MAS Exhibitor Upchurch Services website Website
MAS Exhibitor White Construction Company website Website
Why We Renamed the Workshop
The newly renamed Fall Educational & Policy Development Workshop highlights two equal priorities: hands-on education for county leaders and collaboration on MAS’s legislative agenda ahead of the upcoming 2026 legislative session.
Earn elective and core credits for the MAS IECG Education Program while exploring new technology in county government, legal and policy issues, legislative updates for the upcoming session, and so much more!
Work with other counties to discuss key issues and help finalize MAS’s 2026 legislative agenda, ensuring county voices are heard at the Capitol.
Build connections with county leaders, vendors, and exhibitors between sessions and during receptions, tours, and other special events.
Final Agenda
Times and topics are subject to change. Final agenda will be posted here.
Wednesday, Oct 8
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Registration
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM ‘Meet and Greet’ Exhibit Table Set Up
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Connect with ‘Meet and Greet’ Exhibitors
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM Afternoon Refreshments
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM INSTITUTE EDUCATION CLASSES:
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Forms and Functions of County Government
Sumner Davis, MSU Extension Government Community Development
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Workshop Kickoff: Highlights of What’s to Come This Week & Updates from Your Association
Troy Ross, MAS President
Derrick Surrette, MAS Executive Director
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Workshop Kickoff Reception: Meet, Mingle, & Make Connections
The Lyric (offsite) – Sponsored by Sansom Equipment
1006 Van Buren Ave, Oxford, MS 38655
Thursday, Oct 9
7:00 AM – 8:15 AM Breakfast
7:00 AM – 12:00 PM Registration
7:00 AM – 1:00 PM Connect with ‘Meet and Greet’ Exhibitors
8:15 AM – 11:15 AM INSTITUTE EDUCATION CLASSES:
8:15 AM – 8:30 AM Welcome and Opening General Assembly
Troy Ross, MAS President
Derrick Surrette, MAS Executive Director
8:30 AM – 9:15 AM Forecasting & Positioning for the 2026 Regular Legislative Session
Steve Gray, MAS Director of Governmental Affairs
9:15 AM – 10:00 AM Attracting Economic Development: Strategies, Resources and Insights from MDA
Bill Cork, MDA Executive Director
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM Morning Refreshments
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Emergency Readiness: What to Know Before a Storm Hits & Future of FEMA/MEMA
Stephen McCraney, MEMA Director
11:15 AM – 1:00 PM Networking Lunch
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM Local Interest Tours
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Sponsor & Exhibitor Appreciation Reception
Let’s show our Sponsors & Exhibitors our appreciation!
Friday, Oct 10
7:00 AM – 8:15 AM Breakfast
7:00 AM – 9:30 AM Registration
7:00 AM – 11:00 AM Connect with ‘Meet and Greet’ Exhibitors
8:15 AM – 11:00 AM INSTITUTE EDUCATION CLASSES
8:15 AM – 8:30 AM Welcome and Opening General Assembly
Troy Ross, MAS President
Derrick Surrette, MAS Executive Director
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM AI for County Governments: Real Use Cases, Real Savings
Marc Watkins, Assistant Director of Academic Innovation at University of MS
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM Unlocking Free Cybersecurity Resources for Counties
MS Cyber Unit Director, Bobby Freeman
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM When Courts Demand, Must Counties Pay?
Danny Griffith, Jacks Griffith Luciano Attorney
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Ratifying MAS 2026 Legislative Agenda
Steve Gray, MAS Director of Governmental Affairs
Lee Caldwell, MAS Legislative Comm Chair
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Morning Refreshments
11:30 AM Adjourn
How to Register
Registration will close October 3rd.
Register through MAS Portal HERE
Need Help? – If you don't know your log in, contact us at FallWorkshop@massup.org.
Online Registration Steps
- Log into the Member Portal.
- Click into the event and select Register.
- Choose the Register a Group option, if applicable.
- Select your attendees and click Next in the bottom right corner.
- Choose the registration fee for each individual and click Next.
- Answer registration questions and agree to the terms then click Next.
- If you wish, add your sponsorship/table or any other add-ons then click Next.
- Double check your attendee fees and click Add to Cart then Checkout.
- Select Pay Later and select your billing address then click Checkout.
That's All!
PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PAY VIA THE PORTAL. Online payments are not accepted via the portal. You will receive an official invoice from MAS with a link to pay by credit card. Select the "pay later" option when registering via the portal.
Members
County Registration:
- Click the orange button below to open the digital registration form.
- Complete all required fields.
- Once all fields are filled in, the Submit button will appear, prompting you to enter your name and email.
- After you hit Submit, you will receive a copy of your registration by email and we will receive it
MAS will email you an invoice so you can pay by card or mail a check.
Submit Digital County Registration Form
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Non-Members
Vendor Registration:
- Click the green button below to open the digital registration form.
- Complete all required fields.
- Once all fields are filled in, the Submit button will appear, prompting you to enter your name and email.
- After you hit Submit, you will receive a copy of your registration by email and we will receive it
MAS will email you an invoice so you can pay by card or mail a check.
Submit Digital Vendor Registration Form
Or you can...
Vendor Waitlist
Space for Meet & Greet exhibit tables is limited. Submitting the digital form or registering in the portal will submit a request to be placed on a waitlist. No invoices or charges will be issued until a table is confirmed. Final rate will be based on the timestamp of the registration we receive.
- Add your attendee names (two complimentary with exhibit table).
- In the portal, add “Waitlist Request – Meet & Greet Exhibit Table” to your cart (or submit the vendor form).
- Complete checkout using Pay Later to join the waitlist.
Submit the registration form by emailing FallWorkshop@massup.org, faxing: 601.353.2749 or mailing it to 793 N President St., Jackson, MS 39170.
Registration forms received at the MAS office after September 30th will be processed onsite.
Hotel Blocks
TownePlace Suites Marriott Oxford Hotel
105 Ed Perry Blvd, Oxford, MS 38655
Phone: 662.238.3522
- Rate: $149 / night
- Cut-off date: September 7, 2025
- Booking link / Group code: MS Assn of Supervisors
Tru By Hilton Hotel
97 Ed Perry Blvd, Oxford, MS 38655
Phone: 662.380.5888
- Rate: $149 / night
- Cut-off date: September 7, 2025
- Booking link / Group code: MS Assn of Supervisors
Courtyard by Marriott Oxford Hotel
305 E Jackson Ave, Oxford, MS 38655
Phone: 662.638.6014
- Rate: $209 / night
- Cut-off date: September 12, 2025
- Booking link / Group code: MS Assn of Supervisors
Hampton Inn West Oxford Hotel
110 Heritage Drive, Oxford, MS 38655
Phone: 662.232.2243
- Rate: $149 / night
- Cut-off date: September 7, 2025
- Booking link / Group code: MS Assn of Supervisors
Hampton Inn Oxford Conference Center Hotel
103 Ed Perry Blvd, Oxford, MS 38655
Phone: 662.234.5565
- Rate: $149 / night
- Cut-off date: September 7, 2025
- Booking link / Group code: MS Assn of Supervisors
Holiday Inn Express Hotel
112 Heritage Dr, Oxford, MS 38655
Phone: 662.236.2500
- Rate: $149 / night
- Cut-off date: September 7, 2025
- Booking link / Group code: MS Assn of Supervisors
The Graduate Hotel
400 N Lamar Blvd, Oxford, MS 38655
Phone: 662.234.3031
- Rate: $189–$279 / night (varies by room type/date)
- Cut-off date: September 6, 2025
- Booking link / Group code: MS Assn of Supervisors 2025 Meeting
Venue Information
The Oxford Conference Center is just minutes from the heart of Oxford, Mississippi. Conveniently located near Highway 7, its central location makes it a perfect hub for exploring Oxford’s vibrant downtown, historic landmarks, and cultural sites before or after the Workshop.
Address: 102 Ed Perry Blvd, Oxford, MS 38655 Click Here for More Info
FAQs
Who should attend?
County Supervisors, Administrators, Chancery Clerks, Attorneys, Finance Officers, Road Managers, and county staff.
How do I sign up for the Local Interest Tour?
You will be able to sign up for the tour at the On-Site Registration desk during the workshop.
Are sessions eligible for educational credit?
Yes. Core and Elective education sessions will be identified in the final agenda. Transcripts can be requested on-site or by emailing Stephanie Spangler at sspangler@massup.org.
Can MAS add more rooms to the hotel blocks at the initial booking rates?
No. Once the room blocks are full, we cannot add additional rooms.
Where is the Lyric?
The Workshop Kickoff Reception will be held at the Lyric, located at 1006 Van Buren Ave, Oxford, MS 38655. Street parking will be available, and a parking garage is located down the street at 1102 Jefferson Ave, Oxford, MS 38655.
How do I sponsor?
If you want to sponsor our Workshop, please fill out the Vendor Registration Form and choose your desired sponsorship on page 2.
Can I purchase a Meet and greet table without a sponsorship?
Yes. You can purchase a table without sponsoring.
Can I get two meet and greet tables?
No. Unfortunately, due to the size of the conference center, we are limiting tables to one per vendor.
Can I split the cost of a Premier Sponsorship with another vendor?
Yes. The cost may be split with another vendor. Benefits will also be split (e.g., number of attendee passes).
Which page do I submit if I am attending with no sponsorship?
Page 1 will need to be sent to MAS with the Individual Attendee rate selected and the attendee’s information.
When will I receive an invoice?
After MAS processes your registration form and/or after the Workshop.
When can I receive a 100% refund?
Written notice of cancellation must be received at the MAS Office no later than Tuesday, September 16, 2025. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after September 16, 2025. No refunds will be processed until after the close of the Workshop.
When will I know my vendor table number?
MAS will send you an email with your vendor table information a week or two prior to the start of the Workshop.