- The Inn at Harbor Shores | 800 Whitwam Dr, St Joseph, MI 49085
We are pleased to announce the 2026 Midwest Advanced Public Service Institute (MAPSI) at a beautiful new location – The Inn at Harbor Shores in St. Joseph, Michigan.
MAPSI is the partnership between the leaders of MPSI and IPSI to extend the institute experience and provide a unique training opportunity. This endeavor is in response to the demand for ongoing, continued leadership programs for MPSI and IPSI graduates as well as Public Service Directors and Upper Level Managers.
Contemporary leadership training brought to you by dynamic instructors and includes:
Course materials
Dinner on Sunday
Breakfast on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Lunch on Monday and Tuesday
MAPSI is an ongoing leadership training program which provides advanced instruction expressly designed for:
IPSI Graduates
MPSI Graduates
Public Service Upper Level Managers
The Inn at Harbor Shores
800 Whitwam Dr
St Joseph, MI 49085
Phone: 269-983-1111
Online Reservations are also available.
For more information about this dynamic leadership training session, download a copy of the schedule.
The Inn at Harbor Shores
800 Whitwam Dr. | St Joseph, MI 49085
269-983-1111
www.harborshoresresort.com
The Inn at Harbor Shores
800 Whitwam Dr | St Joseph, MI 49085
269-983-1111 | www.harborshoresresort.com
Single occupancy rooms are available at reduced rates starting at $122.00+ per night plus applicable taxes and fees, currently 11% (6% Michigan State Tax, 5% Occupancy Tax) plus a $10.95 per day resort fee. For call-in reservations, please identify yourself as a “MAPSI” participant. Be sure to provide your agency’s tax-exempt number to avoid the state taxes on the lodging cost.
Be sure to mention MAPSI to receive the special discounted room rates.
DO NOT MAKE RESERVATIONS THROUGH A THIRD PARTY.
Click Here for Online Lodging Reservations
When checking into the hotel, use the app to save time and avoid congestion at the front desk.
COMMITTEE
David Chamness
Southern Illinois University
Phone: 618-453-6772
Representing IPSI Illinois Chapter
John Heinz
Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd.
Phone: 847-823-0500
Representing IPSI Chicago Metro Chapter
Sean C. Henry
Klinger and Associates, P.C.
Representing: APWA Illinois Chapter
IPSI CHAIRPERSON 2019 – 2022
Christopher Porman (Chris)
City of Plymouth
Phone: 734-453-7737
Representing MPSI Michigan Chapter
Linnea Rader
Van Buren County Road Commission
Phone: 269-674-8011
Representing MPSI Michigan Chapter
Thomas W. Trice (Tom)
Bloomfield Township, Retired
Phone: 248-433-7732
Representing MPSI Michigan Chapter
Karen Young
Village of Roselle
Phone: 847-571-2789
Representing IPSI Chicago Metro Chapter
Lewis Bender (Lew)
Facilitator
Phone: 231-797-5536
Mary Bender
Coordinator
Phone: 231-797-5536
MEET THE FACILITATOR
Lewis Bender, Ph. D.
Professor Emeritus, Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Lew Bender is well known to graduates of both Michigan and Illinois Public Service Institutes. As the Facilitator and Instructor, his job is to keep things moving throughout the program. Just remember “Always Obey the Facilitator” and everything will be fine.
Biography
He is Professor Emeritus at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Lew has researched and taught a wide variety of courses related to management and supervision. His primary research focus has been on organizational teams and the myriad factors and variables that impact team processes and effectiveness.
He is a specialist in helping teams and organizations to become more effective and efficient. He is currently conducting seminars and workshops for leadership and operational teams across the U.S. and Canada.
Dr. Bender received his Ph.D. from the University of Georgia (1977) his Masters degree from Wayne State University (1973) and his baccalaureate from Grand Valley State University (1971).
Thank you partners and sponsors for your support and collaboration in making MAPSI a success year after year.
APWA Illinois Chapter | APWA Chicago Metro Chapter
IPSI Sponsors
Illinois Section American Water Works Association
Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network
Illinois Arborist Association
APWA Michigan Chapter
MPSI Sponsors
County Road Association of Michigan
Michigan Rural Water Association
Michigan Association of County Drain Commissioners
In 2015 a partnership between the leaders of MPSI and IPSI to extend the institute experience and provide a unique training opportunity was developed – the Midwest Advanced Public Service Institute (MAPSI). This endeavor is in response to the demand for ongoing, continued leadership programs for MPSI and IPSI graduates as well as Public Service Directors and Upper Level Managers.
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