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July 2023
July 13
June 2023 Dashboard Data Deadline
A quick reminder that your June dashboard data should be entered through the CLRP no later than July 20 and, as a best practice, your Dashboard Report should be reviewed at every Board meeting to identify any missing/incorrect information as well as keep track of your Chapter’s progress.
IMPORTANT: Please review your Dashboard Report and let your COM know as soon as possible if there is any missing information. To submit missing information or corrections, use the template available in the CLRP > Chapter Administrator > Document > Dashboard Missing Information Template
Annual Chapter performance reviews will be taking place in August and your Dashboard Report data will be used to complete the FY2022-2023 Performance & Metrics Summary Report.
Chapter Demographic Report
The Chapter Demographic Report has been updated and is now available via the CLRP in the same area as the Dashboard Report (Chapter Metrics). The report is updated twice annually in January and July and provides valuable information about your members that can be used when developing sponsorship prospectus.
Chapter All Hands Call Recording Now Available
The Chapter All Hands Call recording is now available on the Chapter Leader Resource Page (CLRP) here: CLRP > Chapter Leader Training > All Hands Call > June 2023 All Hands Call Recording. If you missed the call, be sure to check it out!
Chapter Bylaws and Chapter Policy Manual Update: Now Expected August 1
The newly revised Chapter Bylaws and Chapter Policy Manual are delayed. We anticipate they will be distributed by August 1. Please advise your Governance and Nominating Committee of the delay so they can plan their volunteer experience accordingly.
Bridge the Gap Campaign
MPI is offering a campaign for members who cancelled since January 2020 to bridge tenure with MPI membership. Is your chapter needing a promotion to engage members who have lapsed? This campaign will allow members to join without the new member administrative costs and bridge the tenure from January 2020. Chapter Leaders have been provided details and assets to use in this promotion by their Chapter Operations Manager.
Membership Update
Membership Affinity Program
MPI members can save on travel, shipping services, office supplies and more! Through MPI’s Affinity Membership Program, you get exclusive discounts on products and services to make it easier to do what you do. Learn more on our program page!
Upcoming Business Exchange / Hosted Buyer Events
Applications are open for upcoming Hosted Buyer events:
Thought Leaders Summit – Join us August 27-19 in Buffalo, New York for an amazing opportunity to gather with like-minded leaders from the industry to ideate, problem solve, and discuss critical challenges. More information can be found at: HERE
Apply Here: Thought Leaders Summit Application
IBTM Americas – Are you a U.S. Planner with upcoming events in the LATAM region? This is THE show for you! Apply to be part of the MPI Hosted Buyer group and receive a fully hosted package to attend the show in Mexico City, Mexico on September 12-13, 2023.
Apply Here: IBTM Americas MPI Hosted Buyer Application
Use Code: MPI
IMEX America – Las Vegas, Nevada will be the place for all planners to be October 17-19, 2023! Come be part of the MPI Hosted Buyer group and gain access to Smart Monday education, the entire IMEX show and discounted tickets to Rendezvous!
Apply Here: IMEX Registration
MPI Mexico (Buyers from Mexico) - Use code: vcnbw3
MPI International (Buyers from Europe/worldwide) - Use code: cjg8p3
MPI US / Canada Group 1 – Sunday/Thursday - Use code: kpfpq9
MPI US / Canada Group 2 – Sunday/Wednesday - Use code: xvz7xq
Summer Is Heating Up with Scholarships!
Ever since WEC23 in Riviera Maya, Mexico, the MPI Foundation has been busy working with new and existing partners to bring our members more scholarship opportunities than ever before. Take a look at the scholarship opportunities below!
Discover Puerto Rico Professional Development Scholarships
Discover Puerto Rico is generously donating professional development scholarships for planners to receive their Event Leadership Strategist Certificate or their Inclusive Event Strategist Certificate from the MPI Academy. A limited number of scholarships are available to planner members in the MPI Potomac Chapter, MPI Chicago Area Chapter, MPI Georgia Chapter, MPI Carolinas Chapter, MPI Southern California Chapter, MPI Northern California Chapter, MPI Greater New York Chapter, and MPI New England Chapter.
Destination Toronto HMCC Scholarships
With support from Destination Toronto, MPI Foundation is awarding United States planners scholarships for the full cost of their HMCC course.
Designed for medical meeting professionals and the partners they work with, MPI’s Healthcare Meeting Compliance Certificate offers a broad understanding of regulatory topics. This intensive, four-hour program provides healthcare meeting compliance stakeholders with the knowledge and experience they need to successfully navigate the increasingly complex pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device regulatory environment.
Apply for all scholarships here.
In addition, we want to give a HUGE thank you to the MPI North Florida Chapter for their generous contribution of $5,000 to the 1972 Society! Curious to learn more about this new program? Check it out here!
https://www.mpi.org/foundation/forever-fund/mpifoundation-society
A Message from the EDI Committee
Please join us for the next #Realtalk on August 8 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm (CST) which will address Anti-Human Trafficking.
In July, we recognize and celebrate Disability Pride Month.
July EDI Tidbit
When working on safety and preparedness plans, consider emergency evacuation procedures and take into account the needs of people with mobility and sensory disabilities.
EDI Chapter Spotlight/EDI Partner Events
If you have not already checked out the MPI MN Chapter DEI checklist, it contains information on inclusive language and other EDI tidbits.
Anti-Human Trafficking Committee hosts WEC session
MPI Global’s Anti-Human Trafficking Committee was honored to host a breakout session at WEC (World Education Congress) in the Riviera Maya, Mexico. Committee chair Malinda Harrell led this informative and interactive discussion, welcoming guest presenter Cardell T. Morant, Director of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Center for Countering Human Trafficking (CCHT). The topic was “What to Know and Avoid to Make Great Impact” and focused on the myths and realities of the horrific, global crime of human trafficking, how it intersects with the event industry, and how we can raise our voices together to help eradicate this crime. The session was at capacity and attendees were engaged, educated and inspired. The entire AHT Committee is incredibly grateful to Director Morant and his team for their dedication in this field and for their commitment in supporting us at WEC. For more info, please contact Malinda Harrell: mharrell@visitraleigh.com
International Board of Directors & Global Board of Trustees Applications Are Open
Consider applying for a position to serve on the 2024 MPI International Board of Directors or MPI Foundation Global Board of Trustees.
We are looking for Chapter Leaders to apply who are strategic thinkers, have a demonstrated knowledge of sound business practices, and have a passion for our community.
The International Board of Directors (IBOD) is responsible for reviewing and approving the organization's strategic plans and adopting sound, ethical and legal governance and financial management policies as well as ensuring the organization has adequate resources to advance its mission.
The Global Board of Trustees (GBOT) are responsible for the strategic direction and fiduciary oversight of the fundraising and grant activities of the Foundation and to provide strategic direction and approval of Foundation projects.
To learn more about these opportunities & find the link to apply, please visit:
RISE Award Nominations & Applications Open August 1!
It's time to reflect on the year's achievements and recognize the efforts of the MPI community.
Is there an MPI member who inspires you? Has your chapter led the way and shown amazing leadership, impact or innovation? See the RISE Award categories and learn more here.
This year, nominations & applications will open on August 1 and the application will officially close on December 10 - Don’t wait to nominate or apply for a 2024 RISE Award!
2024 RISE Award Timeline
August 1, 2023 | RISE Award Nominations & Applications Open |
November 17, 2023 | Nominations Close |
December 10, 2023 | Applications Close |
January-February 2024 | Applications are reviewed by RISE Award Committee |
February 19, 2024 | All applicants are notified of their status |
February 19-March 6, 2024 | Finalists are interviewed |
March 2024 | 2024 Recipients are selected & ratified |
Thursday, April 11, 2024 | Finalists are announced at GMID during MPI Broadcast |
April 15-19, 2024 | All finalists are notified |
May 21-23, 2024 | RISE Award recipients are announced at WEC24 - Louisville |
Look for more information coming soon!