Making the Invisible - Visible
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Who are you and what role do you play in your organization? Are you positioned to see and hear what others can't? How do you make sure that you are still laughing at the end of the day? How does this increase your effectiveness and impact on organization culture and KPIs? Join us on August 16th for this fun, interactive program on positioning yourself as a strategic business partner in your organization.

Our Speaker
Ed Reggi is a lifelong storyteller who has the stories to prove it. Growing up in the Big Apple, Ed first honed his acting career by sneaking into the NBC studios across his Brooklyn street home. He later earned his B.F.A. at Fontbonne University in Clayton, Missouri and moved to Chicago where continued his study at The Second City and then with its’ founder Paul Sills. Ed currently teaches acting and improvisation at Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville and at the Center of Creative Arts (COCA) in University City.  He is a proud Wolf Trap Teaching Artist with Wolf Trap Affiliate Springboard located in St. Louis, Missouri.

Ed Reggi is a Certified Practitioner in Applied Improvisation and facilitates communication workshops all over the globe. His clients include SONY Playstation, Wells Fargo, Mastercard, Southwest Airlines, Nestle Purina, Monsanto / Bayer, The Saint Louis Zoo, HealthWorks, the St. Louis Jewish Federation’s Millstone Institute and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.

Ed Reggi ghostwrites for stand-up comedians, television hosts and internet personalities. You can watch Reggi (portraying himself) teaching improv on Oprah Winfrey’s nationally syndicated TV show, WELCOME TO SWEETIE PIE’S. Reggi has been fortunate to work side-by-side with some of the most respected actors including: Mike Rock, Keegan-Michael Key, Amy Poehler, Anna Deavere Smith, Valeria Harper, Bob Keeshan, George Clooney, Raven Symone and Avery Schreiber.

Ed Reggi’s husband Scott is a social worker and they live in Downtown St. Louis with their charming dogs Oscar and Phoenix.

This program has been submitted to the Events Industry Council (EIC) for CMP Preferred Provider review for 1.0 credit hours. MPI St. Louis Area Chapter has been approved by the Events Industry Council as a Preferred Provider of the above-listed continuing education course, which qualifies for CMP continuing education credit. Determination of continuing education credit eligibility or Preferred Provider status does not imply EIC's endorsement or assessment of education quality.

Venue
We are thrilled that Live by Loews-St. Louis will be hosting MPI St. Louis’ next upcoming educational meeting! Attendees will enjoy a custom breakfast, networking, and education at this stunning downtown property! The AAA, 4 diamond hotel is a prime downtown spot steps from Busch Stadium with sleek guestrooms, and exciting dining options! Live by Loews-St. Louis offers 197 modern guestrooms and 19 suites all with specific design touches reflecting the origins of American baseball.

Bring a different perspective to your next gathering – specifically: unparalleled views of beautiful downtown St. Louis, supreme access to historic Busch Stadium, and walkability to the Gateway Arch. Live! By Loews-St. Louis offers both indoor and outdoor options, proximity to the city’s biggest sports arenas and attractions and culinary brilliance. Take advantage of 10,500 square feet of outstanding indoor space and a 6,000 square-foot outdoor event space with a bird’s-eye view, ideal for afternoon gatherings and cocktail parties.

Audio-Visual Sponsor
With over 25 years of experience in event production and management, Heard Global serves as a source for fine audio visual production for events locally and across the country with turn key service offerings. This includes in-person, virtual and hybrid event production, audio visual support, creative development, activation and sponsorships, décor and event design, and destination services. Heard Global is committed to working closely with each client to create truly transformative events that consistently exceed expectations and overall objectives.

When:
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
8:00 am Registration, Networking & Breakfast
9:00 am - 10:00 am Speaker Presentation

Fee:
$40 Members
$65 Non-Members/Guests
Students - Call MPI St. Louis at (314) 416-2234 for rate and to register. 

Thank You to Our Meeting Sponsor!