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In This Issue: September 7, 2016
  • MPI-CAC Awards Gala Recap
  • Ask the Expert - Focus With A Plan
  • Trends with Benefits: Networking - A Few Tips to Make it a Bit Easier and More Fun
  • Here are Some Tips to Have Employees Interact Through Digital Technology
Chapter News & Events
MPI-CAC Awards Gala Recap
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As the glow from the recent gala festivities fades, MPI-CAC would like to thank everyone who came out to honor our 2016 award winners.

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 Features / Tips and Tricks
Ask the Expert - Focus With A Plan
 By: Ted Miller, HMCC, CHME, CHSP, CGTP, CGMP, Hilton Hotels Chicago
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Q: My business schedule has me out of the office many times for a week at a time. How do you suggest I stay organized when I am away from the office so much?

A: First let me suggest that when you are traveling for business stay focused on why you are there.

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Trends with Benefits: Networking – A few tips to make it a bit easier and more fun.
By: Sasha Sook, CMP, Sales and Marketing Manager, Summits of Chicago

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Ding. The pop up reminder telling you about the networking event you are attending tonight just appeared and you are going ALONE. For some, this is a thrill. For most, this could be a dreaded event where you need to come back to your office having met some solid contacts…

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From the Industry
4 Teambuilding Ideas to Digitally Connect Co-Workers in Multiple Cities
By: Carla Hay for BizBash
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Here are some tips to have employees interact through digital technology.

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Sponsorship Opportunities
Event-Specific Sponsorship Opportunities
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Showcase your Chicago area venue to MPI-CAC members and guests? Consider hosting an upcoming event.

We are also looking for Annual Cash Partners too, so consider aligning yourself with MPI's biggest and largest chapter today!
  • 2017 Spring Board Retreat (Venue)
  • Next 2017 (Venue)
  • Trivia Night 2017 (Venue)

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Chapter News / Upcoming Partner Events
 

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Monthly Renewal Drawing

Are you up for renewal this month? Renew your MPI membership before the end of September and you will be entered into a drawing for one of THREE great prizes. The winner will pick one! Renew today!

  • 6 month extended membership
  • Complimentary CMP Study Kit (valued at $312)
  • Receive $200 off any MPI Professional Development Certificate Program






 UPCOMING EVENTS

New Member Mixer

Thursday, September 15, 2016
Entertainment Cruises - Chicago, IL
Invite Only

Fall Leadership Day
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Imperial Lamian - Chicago, IL
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 MPI-CAC CAREER CENTER
CHECK OUT NEW JOB POSTINGS HERE!


The MPI-CAC Career Center is a free resource to help you grow your career and build your business by connecting industry job posters with job seekers. 

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MPI-CAC members can simply log in to the website to post jobs and/or resumes. Not a member of MPI-CAC? Create a free Registered User account to post. 

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May 2016
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