MPI Minnesota News

What do Fun Pianos!, a hidden speakeasy, beating traffic on a Wednesday afternoon, exposed brick, trolley rides, champagne toasts, great networking and YOU have in common? That's easy - they will all be part of our Year End Celebration! Come as you are (shoes and shirt...

Our committee volunteers help shape our organization and commitment to excellence within our industry. During select months throughout the year, the board members recognize outstanding achievements by nominating active volunteer committee members they wish to honor for...

Why did you join MPI? I joined MPI to prepare for my CMP Application and Exam. I came looking for additional resources to prep for the exam and ensure I will pass the first time I take it. How long have you been in the meetings/hospitality industry? I have been in...

Tell us about your business and your current job. I work in the hospitality industry; my current job is handling all corporate business, building lasting relationships and executing the best event I can for my client! What do you hope to gain from your MPI Membership...

Our featured MPI MN scholarship recipient this month is Lisa Anne Venne, CMP, Senior Meeting Planner, Medtronic “MPI scholarship helped me keep my membership while looking for new employment opportunities. Receiving a MPI Membership scholarship opened many doors for...

The following questions refer to Domain D – Financial Management. 1. ASPs create online programs. ASP stands for: A. Association Service Provider B. Accounting/Sales Processor C. Access Services Procurer D. Application Service Provider 2. Your...

1 year Aimee Berg Merina Neal Cindy Thompson Susanne Becker Mari Mills Mary Moberg Laura Dobbs Kris Meek Marcia Mueller 2 years Sharyn Bennett Kathleen Hedlund Carol Siepka 3 years Nicole Palkowitsch Jennifer Hultman 4 years Michelle Lemke, CTSM Dawn...

“We make our biggest impressions when we are not trying to be impressive.” A simple sentence but a major message. That message was at the heart of Joe Schmit’s presentation at this year’s breakfast. The local award-winning sports anchor, author, community leader and...

This year I was awarded a scholarship to pay for my annual membership dues. As a self-employed planner, I am financially responsible for my own professional development so this was a significant help. I believe education and continuous learning is essential to our growth....

1. Why did you join MPI? Synergos has several staff members who are members for professional development – but I also have personal history with MPI because I used to work for Nonprofit Solutions (many years ago). In addition to providing membership support to our client...