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Megan Campos, previously an Event Planner at State Farm Insurance, has
accepted and begun working as a Meeting & Event Planning Manager at Wells Fargo at their downtown St. Louis location as of November 4th, 2013.
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Message from MPI St. Louis President Corri Roberts 
It’s hard to believe 2013 is almost over. What was your favorite MPI moment this year? We want to hear from you and share your experiences by using social media on Facebook or Twitter using #MPIMoment2013. I have enjoyed watching our members get involved with MPI through volunteering and attending our education program and networking events. MPI brings people together.
In the season of giving, encourage your co-workers and industry friends to join MPI. Here is what makes us an amazing organization and benefits of being a member:
- CONNECT TO THE BEST: MPI St Louis Area Chapter has over 270 members. Through membership, you can make crucial connections to people, ideas, and marketplaces which can take your career and your business to the next level. We publish our membership directory twice a year to stay connected with each other and offer three MPI networking events annually. Click here to read more.
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SAVE THE DATE: Trivia Night
Here’s a warm-up piece of trivia to get you going for MPI St. Louis’ 7th Annual Trivia Night . . . what U.S. city will celebrate its 250th birthday next year?
Did you guess St. Louis ? Well, if you did (or didn’t), it’s time to put that thinking cap on and mark your calendar for the BIG BIRTHDAY PARTY on March 14, 2014. Click here to read more.
The Lawyers Are In for our January Meeting!
 What's on your radar when it comes to hotel contracts? Are you informed about the latest issues and trends affecting hotel contracts? Do your contracts include the best language to avoid problems?
Join St. Louis’ very own meetings group attorney Barbara Dunn and hotel attorney Lisa Devlin on Friday, January 17, 2014 at the Embassy Suites St. Louis Downtown, as they host an interactive and informative program on today's hottest hotel contract issues - what is and what is not legally required in a contract, types of concessions that prove to be a win-win for both planners and suppliers, the necessary steps to take when a contract term is not kept by one side or the other. Discussion will also cover lowest rate clauses, attrition, cancellation, force majeure, hotel clauses and disputes, and master service agreements. Click here to register now!
EduCon Recap
Education, networking and a day-long opportunity to come together as a meetings and events industry culminated once again at this year’s annual EduCon event. Set in the well-appointed and newly opened River City Events Center, the Casino property offered the perfect setting for learning in all shapes and sizes. From fundamental tools for industry professionals just getting a start, to more advanced Excel techniques for planners and tools for suppliers, more than 145 attendees feasted on knowledge in all facets of the industry. From personal development to skills to activate once back in the office, the chapter delivered another year of well-rounded speakers and CIC accredited sessions. Click here to read more.
Excellence Taught, Attitudes Caught Epilogue to EduCon 2013:
A Student's Perspective
The excitement began when I learned that I had been awarded one of the Bob Green Scholarships from MPI St. Louis. How was I to choose between the better and best choices for me at EduCon 2013? I wanted to optimize the experience for my personal goals, but I also wanted to provide insight into the EduCon experience for current and future students. Click here to read more.
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| Member News |
| Salute to the Stars
 Originally from Toledo, Ohio, Michael Gray began his career in Nashville, Tennessee working for a music association. It is this position that led him to network within the meeting planning community and to become a Certified Meeting Planner; he has been a Meeting and Event Manager for Experient for seven years and primarily works with associations across the US and Canada.
Joining MPI in 2012, he has benefited from networking and education opportunities. “I feel like I am still learning so much from my peers! However, I have learned to hold on to the joy of the job as the stress can sometimes steal that away. Most importantly, do not be afraid to look to your peers for advice. There is a wealth of knowledge to be found by collaborating.” Click here to read more.
MPI St. Louis Board Nominations Being Accepted
Nominate yourself or a colleague for the 2014-2015 Board of Directors!
Our strong and vibrant MPI chapter relies upon the dedication and outstanding service of our volunteers to allow us to continuously address the changing needs of our members. During this economic recovery, you have a great opportunity to build your professional skill set, expand your network and contribute to the long-term success of the St. Louis meeting industry.
The Nominating Committee is seeking candidates to serve as officers and directors on the 2014-2015 Board of Directors for our chapter, taking office on July 1, 2014. Click here to read more.
Competitors Unite to Pull Off One AWESOME Princess Party!
The Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch and the Renaissance St. Louis Grand Hotel compete for business on a daily basis. Sales Managers Jani Torrence (Hyatt) and Amy Barnes (Renaissance Grand) are also direct competitors but the two recently set aside their competitive spirits and united to pull off one awesome party for a very special local child. Click here to read more.
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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