Yes, non-members may attend at the rate of $90 per person. We encourage you to come and see what the DEC is all about. For information about membership, please go to DEC Membership.
The DEC holds approximately 35 meetings per year. Our speaking season generally runs from August through June. For the most up-to-date schedule, visit our current season lineup
The DEC schedules meetings at various venues throughout the Southeastern Michigan area.
Yes, however members and guests receive discounted rates for meeting. The per-meeting cost for members is $55, for guests $65 and for non-members $90. Ticket cancellations must be made by noon two business days prior to the meeting to receive a refund.
Most DEC meetings are luncheons, with an occasional breakfast, brunch or evening meeting. We pride ourselves on a punctual agenda for each meeting.
This pre-meeting reception is reserved exclusively for DEC Board of Directors, Gold and Life Members and their guests. Eligible members are allowed to bring up to two (2) guests to the speaker reception on most occasions.
DEC Board of Directors, Gold and Life Members have the opportunity to sit at the head table upon request during DEC meetings. Eligible members may request seating at the head table after purchasing a ticket by clicking “Manage Tickets”. Click on “Print or Assign” and you will automatically be asked if you want to sit at the head table.