2019-2020 Nominations

Dear MPI Minnesota Members:

As chairperson of this year’s Nominating Committee, it is my pleasure to announce the slate of candidates who have been selected to serve on the 2019-2020 MPI Minnesota Chapter Board of Directors. 

A call for Chapter board nominations resulted in a pool of candidates. Candidates accepted the nomination by submitting a questionnaire that addressed their experience and their interest and involvement with the Chapter. The Chapter Nominations Committee reviewed the questionnaires and interviewed each candidate. Board positions were then discussed and voted on by the Nominations Committee. Selection was based on qualifications, leadership, and the ability to fulfill and excel in the elected position.

Please welcome your 2019-2020 MPI Minnesota Chapter Board of Directors:

President-Elect
Barb Madigan, Senior Sales Executive, Minneapolis Marriott City Center

Director of Marketing & Communications
Amy Beilke, CPPM, Carrousel Travel

Director of Education
Megan Diaz, Business Development Manager, Minneapolis Northwest Tourism

Director of Leadership Development
Justin Cox, Owner/Photographer, Justin Cox Photography

Director of Membership Retention & Care
Nicole Palkowitsch, Associate Events Manager, Capella University

Director of Membership Recruitment (one-year board position)
Kat Laulainen, Associate Director of Sales, Hyatt Regency by Mall of America

Director of Strategic Alliances
Betsy Walsh, Sales Manager,  Minneapolis Marriott West / Courtyard Minneapolis West

Director of Sponsorship & Advertising; Strategic Alliances (one-year board position)
Vacant

Director of Special Events; Strategic Alliances (one-year board position)
Vacant

The following individuals will be continuing their service on the Board of Directors to comprise the full Board for 2019-2020:

President
Nicole Coon, CMP, Meeting & Event Manager, BATC-Housing First Minnesota 

Immediate Past President
Jennifer Dorholt, CMP, Manager, Event Technology, Ameriprise Financial 

Vice President of Marketing & Communications
Elizabeth Sherry, Development & Engagement Manager, Minnesota Chamber of Commerce

Vice President of Education
Jackie Darsow, Market Analyst, Polaris Industries

Vice President of Leadership Development
Sue Murray, National Account Executive, Meet Minneapolis

Vice President of Membership
Jenn Hultman, Events and Marketing Manager, Campus Club at The University of Minnesota

Vice President of Strategic Alliances
Marisa Hovde, Director of Sales and Marketing, Radisson RED Minneapolis

Members who wish to contest the nominated slate for the 2019-2020 Board of Directors should direct their dissent by February 28, 2019 via email.  

On behalf of the Nominations Team, I am honored to present this outstanding group of individuals who are each committed to the continued development and success of our chapter.

Jen Ruthig, CMP
Nominations Chair
Immediate Past President