Looking to grow your career in meetings and events? Looking to run the show? Look no further than Meeting Professionals International. No other association has the resources, people and passion for the life-changing power of live events like the community of MPI—your career home.
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The single biggest value of MPI—its members. More than any other event association, MPI ignites your career by connecting you to vibrant professionals in your region and from around the world.

From certificate programs to global conferences, MPI’s always-actionable education is second to none—and the first choice of event professionals around the world.

All successful events depend on partnerships. MPI is committed to connecting event organizers and planners to the partners and suppliers through world-class programs and networking.

Gain the knowledge to successfully navigate the increasingly complex pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device regulatory environment.
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Embrace Inclusion, and enhance Innovation by harnessing the power of inclusive research for groundbreaking ideas and unparalleled growth in the events industry.
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The first graduate-level program in the U.S. designed to elevate meeting professionals to business event strategists
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AI is a sales accelerator. Our certificate program equips event professionals with the tools to integrate AI into every stage of the sales cycle.
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The true essence of the wow factor at events is not just about creating moments—it's creating meaning.
There is no bigger celebration of the people and purpose of the business event industry than MPI's World Education Congress. Through a strategy of intentional event design, personalized learning, and the festive hospitality of San Antonio, WEC will deliver what you need to skyrocket your event career.


Every event requires strong planner/supplier partnerships, and the MPI Exchange is here to make them happen. Through live, face-to-face events—from hosted buyer programs at global shows to specialized events in your backyard—creating event business relationships is what we do, because it supports what you do.

June 2-4, 2026 | San Antonio, Texas