The Meeting Professional | Meeting Professionals International

Welcome to the November/December Digital Edition of The Meeting Professional

Relevant, provocative and award-winning, MPI’s flagship publication showcases best practices, trends, destinations and industry leadership.

The beauty of this industry lies in the relationships we build and wisdom we gain from others

Rob Adams, 2025 chair of MPI's International Board of Directors (IBOD), on his career path, the impact of MPI and some of what's driving his vision as he steps in to lead.

Together, we can strengthen our community, advance our collective goals

Rebecca DeLuca, CMP, 2025 chair of the MPI Foundation Global Board of Trustees (GBOT), on the value of her experience with MPI, personal and career priorities and engaging with the MPI community.

2024 in The Meeting Professional cover stories

Throughout 2024, The Meeting Professional's cover stories and themes addressed important topics ranging from inclusivity and F&B to travel and skill-building and more. While one mustn't dwell in the past, there's value in reflecting on the topics and developments that will most recently feed our expectations of the year ahead.

7 steps for preparing yourself, your team and your clients for the unexpected

With all the uncertainties in today's world, it's not a matter of “if” but “when” the next crisis will occur. Event business owners must prioritize safety and security in every aspect of our work.