In This Issue - August 17, 2011 |
| | By Mark J. Carter - ONE80, LLC
Have you ever attended a conference or event where not only was the content helpful, but the people were amazing and inspiring?
Do you ever wonder how those events happen; what’s involved with creating something that’s not just another event but an experience? | | | | Read More |
 | | Question 1: This year we have been trying to book our meetings about 30 to 45 days out and cannot get the dates we want. What is going on?
Question 2: Why are hotels not holding our room block after the cut-off date? | | | Read More |
By Christopher Payne - Show Department, Inc.
Sometimes there are people who just deserve to be singled out for the extraordinary work they’re doing and recognized as movers and shakers in the meetings and events industry. As part of our new newsletter initiative, we want to highlight these members as people you should know!
This month we’d like to turn your attention to Sue Tinnish, who recently received her PhD in Organization Development from Benedictine University in Lisle, IL.
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Call for Committee Volunteers |
The following MPI-CAC committees are currently looking for volunteers:
Leadership Development Committee
Engage | Empower | Execute | Evaluate
If you are looking to make an impact on the future of MPI-CAC, then join the Leadership Development Committee.
Marketing & Communications Committee
If you have a marketing background, a talent for writing or are looking to sharpen your marketing skills and build your resume, then join the Marketing & Communications Committee.
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Exclusive Offers for MPI-CAC Members on the BMW Championship |
The BMW Championship is coming to Illinois September 12-18 at the Cog Hill Golf & Country Club in Lemont. All MPI-CAC members and friends can enjoy special pricing on hospitality ticket packages, as well as the unique opportunity to play a round of golf with a PGA Tour professional golfer.
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Become an MPI Hosted Buyer and Attend IMEX America for FREE! |
If you are a planner who organizes outbound events (outside of your own country) and responsible for planning, organizing, recommending or making budgetary decisions for events, meetings, conventions or incentive travel programs, you may qualify for the IMEX hosted buyer program. Benefits include rountrip airfare and accomodations for up to four nights.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
BizBash Chicago Expo & Demo Fair
Thursday, August 18, 2011
7:30am - 8:00pm
Merchandise Mart - Chicago, IL
MPI-CAC Members Save 20% with Promo Code: BBCHIMPI11
More Information
Hereschicago.com VIP Meeting Planner Reception
For Meeting & Event Planners Only
Monday, September 12, 2011
5:00 - 7:00pm
Bridge House Tavern - Chicago, IL
Register Now
MPI-CAC Holiday Party
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
3:30 - 7:30pm
Hard Rock Cafe - Chicago, IL
More Details Coming Soon!
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NEW MEMBERS - JULY 2011
Maureen Beaudry
Walgreens Health Services
Debbie Bennett
United
Barry Donalson
Momentum Marketing Group
Pamela Hart, CTE
United
Felicia Houston
Anointed Wives Ministry
Tanya Kinsman
American Dental Association
Caroline LeBourg
Kendall College
Maria Lee
Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America
Regina Legoo
Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America
Jessica Liao
Trump International Hotel and Tower Chicago
Melissa Mongoven
Event Savvy LLC
Andrea Putnam
Symantec
Madia Sargent, CCTE
Kraft Oscar Mayer Foods
Robert Shaw
Greater Houston Convention & Visitors Bureau
Daniel Shea
Kendall College
Stephen Wheeler
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
Heather Wooden
IEST
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