In This Issue: November 6, 2013
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- Back to the Future - How Are We Doing and Where Are We Going?
- The New Business Environment
- Top 3 Reasons to Attend EdCon 2013: Engage to Excel on November 14
- Sponsorship Opportunities
- Chapter News
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Emerging Trends / Meetings of the Future
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Back to the Future - How Are We Doing and Where Are We Going?
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By: Tammy Anderson, CMP - Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association
It’s that time of year to consider what went right, what didn’t, and what’s next. I did some research on emerging trends from the past to see how we did and found some insights on what we think will happen…
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The New Business Environment
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By: Ted Miller, CHME, CHSP, CGTP, CGMP - Starwood Hotels and Resorts
If you have been watching the proceeding from Capitol Hills you have read many articles about the need to limit spending and control what are considered “Obvious Cost Reduction Measures.” The one that affects us the most is House Bill 313 known as the Government Spending Accountability act of 2013. This is the formal legislation that addresses conference and travel spending.
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Chapter Events - Looking Ahead
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Top 3 Reasons to Attend EdCon 2013: Engage to Excel on November 14
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By: MPI-CAC EdCon Committee
On November 14, Chicago's top meeting and events industry planners, suppliers and students - like you – will convene at the Chicago Marriott Naperville to attend EdCon 2013: Engage to Excel.
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Sponsorship Opportunities
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2013-14 Sponsorship Packages Offer Year-Long Exposure
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Do you want to build brand awareness for your company? Would you like a marketing partner that can guarantee a full-year of exposure? Then search no further. The 2013-14 MPI-CAC cash sponsorship program provides 20 organizations a marketing partnership opportunity. The generous benefits include Event Recognition, Event Registration, MPI Membership and Advertising throughout the 2013-14 program year. The benefits are offered on a first come, first served basis.
Explore the Completely Redesigned Sponsorship Packages for 2013-14 Program Year
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Event-Specific Sponsorship Opportunities
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Would you like to showcase your Chicago area venue to MPI-CAC members and guests? Please consider hosting an upcoming chapter educational and/or networking event and enjoy sponsorship benefits in addition to the opportunity to demonstrate your venue's capabilities first-hand. We invite you to view and respond to the following RFP's for upcoming chapter events.
Event-Specific Cash & In-Kind Opportunities
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Now Accepting Board Nominations
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Make a commitment to yourself and your Chicago Chapter - Nominate yourself or a colleague for the 2014-2015 Board of Directors! The MPI Chicago Area Chapter is searching for experienced and connected members of our Chicago meetings industry to contribute their expertise, skill and leadership to ensure a successful and thriving Chapter and Chicago meetings community. If you know someone who would make a great volunteer leader or if you're interested in joining the Board of Directors, submit a nomination form. Once a nomination is submitted, the nominee will receive an email with a link to the board application.
Nominate Yourself or a Colleague for the 2014-15 Board of Directors
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