January 2022 Educational Program

We are going virtual for this event to ensure the health and safety of our members and industry peers. This virtual program will be COMPLIMENTARY to both members and non-members. 

The New Next – Plan, Prepare, and Future-Proof Your Event Strategy

This is your invitation to what you need to know now.  

The one thing we can be certain of is that 2022 is a proving year. Our audiences and exhibitors are evaluating their participation in new ways, and this is our opportunity to make our events more valuable than ever before.

With new approaches, new tools, and new ideas, here is your opportunity to learn from what some of most innovative organizations are doing, and how to go forward in a smart and strategic way.

From architects to astronauts and banking to biotech, 360 Live Media is leading organizations through the next generation of event and tradeshow design. In this session, Beth Surmont will share real-world examples of how event strategies are evolving to meet changing audience demands and industry dynamics.  

Beth Surmont Vice President of Event Strategy & Design 360 Live Media

Beth Surmont is obsessed with events. With on-the-ground experience spanning more than 20 years in corporate and non-profit events and trade shows; and as the current Vice President of Event Strategy & Design at 360 Live Media; Beth is an influential designer in shaping what the next era of events will be. Today she will share recent trends and insights, and give you a sneak peek at some of the design methodologies she uses to create powerful events for her clients. She was recently listed as one of BizBash’s 500 Most Influential People in Events for 2021. And she was named one of the Top 25 Influencers in the Meetings Industry for 2020. She currently lives in New Jersey with her wife and two dogs. And she’s excited to be speaking with us today!

Event qualifies for one CE in the Event Design domain.

Don't miss The Exchange, MPI Georgia's Planner Only Interactive Session.



This COMPLIMENTARY virtual session (for planners only) takes place from 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM, preceding the educational program. Please indicate your participation during registration for the educational program.

The Exchange is designed to provide a casual environment for planners of all experience levels to interact and discuss "topics of the day" interests, as well as allow for spontaneous interactions/discussions.

Since all planner members have a unique combination of skills and experiences; The Exchange provides an opportunity for all participants to share, question, and contribute to enhancing their knowledge and planning skills. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to participate in this unique "planner only" experience!

WHAT: The Exchange - Planner ONLY Sessions (Scheduled just prior to the January 2022 Educational Program) 

TIME: 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM

COST: FREE (please indicate your participation during pre-registration for the January Educational Program) 

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