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September 2013

Volume 4, Number 3






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Presidents Message 

Message from MPI St. Louis President Corri Roberts corri
It’s that time of year when school is back in session.   MPI St Louis Area Chapter is going back to school as well.  September 20th kicks off our education series consisting of six monthly education programs (September, October, January, February, March and April).    In addition, we offer our members a full day educational conference, EduCon 2013 on November 21.   No matter what your degree, professional position or your age, you are never too old to learn new things. Click here to read more.

Education & Events

Don't Miss the First Educational Meeting of the Season!
Join MPI St. Louis THIS FRIDAY at the DoubleTree Hotel in Chesterfield for Naked Negotiating: Who Has the Power Within Today's Hospitality Profession? presented by Deborah Gardner, CMP. Once again, we will be supporting KidSmart as our philanthropy to kick-off the year so don't forget to bring your school supply donations. This meeting will also feature a business card swap -- make sure you are stocked with at least seven to share!
Click here for more information and to register for this meeting.

bandwidthRise and Shine...It's October Meeting Time!
Mark your calendar for Friday morning, October 11 and the return of a chapter breakfast meeting at the newly renovated Crowne Plaza St. Louis Airport. We will navigate through bandwidth, Wi-Fi, and the internet, as it relates to the meeting planning with industry expert, Matt Harvey, PSAV Vice President. Look for more details to come soon, but plan to attend.

Save the Date...
Wednesday, October 23
MPI St. Louis 2013 Homecoming BOWL Fundraiser
Tropicana Lanes
5:30 – 8:00
Stay tuned for more details this week!!!

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 Member News
stephanie westbrook_croppedSalute to the Stars - Stephanie Westbook
Although she has been a member of our chapter for less than one year, Stephanie Westbrook has jumped right in to volunteering for our chapter.  She was initially asked to be a member of the membership committee, which led to being a part of the Awards sub-committee.  Now she is the chairperson on the newly-formed Member Success Committee.  Click here to read the full story

Welcome New Members!
On behalf of the MPI St. Louis Area Chapter, we welcome the following new members. Click here to view the new members list.


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