In This Issue: October 5, 2016
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- Ask the Expert - Contract Liabilities
- Trends with Benefits: Wardrobe in the Workplace - To Wear or Not to Wear, That is the Question!
- Learning to Lead!
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Features/Tips and Tricks
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Ask the Expert - Contract Liabilities
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By: Ted Miller, HMCC, CHME, CHSP, CGTP, CGMP, Miller Hotel Group
Q: Is it true that if something is not listed in a contract it is still part of the contract?
A: That is true, contract law applies to private individuals, corporations and government entities.
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Trends with Benefits: Wardrobe in the Workplace - To Wear or Not to Wear, That is the Question!
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By: Sasha Sook, CMP, Sales and Marketing Manager, Summits of Chicago
With so many companies with different office, retail or work from home environments, writing about what is appropriate for the workplace seems an impossible task. I have enlisted my colleague Jennifer Hamilton as she has worked in several different spectrums of the dress code for answers.
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Learning to Lead!
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By: Jill Plotke, Topgolf
Whether just beginning our careers or a seasoned professional with years of experience, leadership is an ever changing milestone. What was once an unfamiliar path when starting a new job, joining a new committee, or learning a new skill set, becomes second nature.
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| Chapter News |
Welcome Back MPI-CAC's New Executive Director
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The MPI Chicago Area Chapter has a new Executive Director effective November 1, 2016, though many may recognize her. Nikki Augsburger was formerly MPI-CAC’s Association Manager from July 2010-May 2014. Nikki has been employed by MPI-CAC’s management company Meeting Expectations since July 2010 where she started with MPI-CAC responsible for member services, marketing, event registration and working closely with the committees and board of directors.
In May 2014, Nikki was promoted to the Executive Director of The Users Group, Inc. (TUG), a client also managed by Meeting Expectations. In her leadership role, Nikki assisted TUG with increasing membership, conference attendance and sponsorship, refreshed all member and event communications, introduced a social media presence and implemented numerous process and technology enhancements.
Prior to joining Meeting Expectations, Nikki developed a strong background in marketing and events through roles with Horseshoe Marketing, Muvico-Rosemont 18 Theaters/Bogart’s Bar & Grill, Hawthorne Racecourse and AAA-Chicago Motor Club.
The Board of Directors would like to thank Christie Pruyn, CAE, CIS for her dedication and service as MPI-CAC’s Executive Director for the past 2 ½ years and wish her much success as she grows her career in her new role as the Executive Director of the International Live Events Association (ILEA) based in Chicago.
Nikki is excited to be returning to MPI Chicago Area Chapter as the Executive Director on November 1 where she’ll be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations, serving as the key contact for the Board of Directors and providing strategic guidance towards achieving the Chapter’s overall objectives. She can be reached at naugsburger@mpicac.org or (630) 571-4480. Members may also reach the MPI-CAC headquarters office at (888) 721-8908.
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Sponsorship Opportunities
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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!
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Refer a Friend to Join MPI
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Help a colleague, friend, or young professional experience the benefits of MPI membership.
Share this voucher with a future MPI member, which will waive the $50 application fee. Also, for each new member who uses this referral voucher, you will receive $25 off your next membership renewal.
Be sure to add your name and member ID to each voucher prior to giving it to a new member. After all, what are friends for?
Click here to download the form.
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| Monthly Renewal Drawing |
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Fall Renewal Incentive: Are you up for renewal this month? Renew your MPI membership before the end of October and you will be entered into a drawing for one of two great prizes. The winner will pick one! Renew today!
- ½ off registration to WEC 2017 or EMEC 2017
- 1 year extended membership
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Pumpkins in the Park - Halloween 5K
Saturday, October 22, 2016
Lincoln Park - Chicago, IL
Fall Leadership Day
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Imperial Lamian - Chicago, IL
Invite Only
Signature Luncheon
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
InterContinental - Chicago, IL
View All Upcoming Events
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HOT DATES
Membership Grant Application
Due: October 15, 2016
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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.
View Job Postings | View Resumes
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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NEW MEMBERS
August & September 2016
Glenda Boughan
CORT Event Furnishings
Lori Cajimat
Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.
Gia Daugherty-Houston
Libby Dischert
Explore St. Louis
Christopher Forillo
Society of American Mosaic Artists
Lydia Fox
Mary Lee James
Erin Leary
Kaiser Tiger
Jessica Lindberg
Edward Fox Photography & Video
Sharon Lomasney
Civic Opera House of Chicago
Tehilla Newman
Catalyst Ranch
Christina Orlando
Health Care Service Corporation
Julia-Kaye Rohlf
Eleanor J Sanchez
Civic Opera House of Chicago
Jeffrey Walker
Michael Ziffra
SCS Productions, Inc.
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