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MPI Official Statement re: California Wildfires

“Meeting Professionals International shares a deep concern for those feeling the impact of the California wildfires, including members of our Northern and Southern California chapters. We extend our prayers for relief. If you would like to show your support with a donation, we encourage you to explore the many organizations providing immediate assistance to those in need on the ground, including the American Red Cross.”

Paul Van Deventer,
President and CEO
Meeting Professionals International

ABOUT MPI:
Meeting Professionals International (MPI) is the largest meeting and event industry association worldwide. The organization provides innovative and relevant education, networking opportunities and business exchanges, and acts as a prominent voice for the promotion and growth of the industry. MPI has a global community of 60,000 meeting and event professionals including more than 17,000 engaged members and its Plan Your Meetings audience. It has more than 90 chapters and clubs in 19 countries. “When we meet, we change the world.” www.mpi.org