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Why MPI?. What Is MPI?. MPI is the premier educational, technological and networking resource in the meeting industry. Largest professional association for the $102.3 billion meeting industry 71 Fortune 100 Companies are MPI members Over 20,000+ members and growing… Represent 64 countries
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What Is MPI? • MPI is the premier educational, technological and networking resource in the meeting industry. • Largest professional association for the $102.3 billion meeting industry • 71 Fortune 100 Companies are MPI members • Over 20,000+ members and growing… • Represent 64 countries • 66 Chapters and Clubs
Mission/Vision Statement “Meeting Professionals International will be the pivotal force in positioning meetings and events as strategic components of organizational success. Meeting Professionals International is the leading global association that defines and shapes the meetings and events profession. “
Strategic Plan • Creating professional development levels to evolve member careers to positions of strategic understanding and influence • Increase awareness and influence about the value of meetings with senior decision-making executives at corporations, associations and organizations • Identifying trends and delivering innovative solutions to ensure MPI is the premier market place for both suppliers and planners.
MPI’s Commitment to Educational Excellence • Professional Education Conference – North America • Professional Education Conference - Europe • World Education Congress • CMM programs • Institutes I, II and Europe • MPI Research Center / MPI Bookstore • Platinum Series
MPI FOUNDATION • The MPI Foundation (www.mpifoundation.org) has invested more than $10 million in visionary research and education to shape the $102.3 billion meetings industry and prepare meeting professionals for the future. Contributions from MPI chapters, individuals and organizations are invested in high-impact programs to support MPI’s strategic plan which drives education, business development opportunities and clearly defined career pathways for meeting professionals.
Other Member Services • MPI Web Site: www.mpiweb.org • The Meeting Professional • MIX, Meetings Industry eXchange • Annual Membership Directory
Publications Include: • The Meeting Professional • CNN – Community Net News • BNN – Business Net News • ENN - Education Net News • The Chapter Leader
Educational Programs/Services Include: • Annual Chapter Leadership Conference • 3 Chapter Leadership Forums • Presidential Forums • President-elect Forums • Chapter Management Toolkits – On Line • International Chapter Leadership Committee
MPI “X” ChapterHow does the chapter fit intothe global picture of MPI?
MPI “X” Chapter Facts • Over “X” members • Leadership Opportunities - Board of Directors - Committees
MPI “X” Chapter Facts • Chapter Website – • Quarterly Newsletter • Chapter CMP Study Course • Outstanding Chapter Educational Programs and Special Events
Reasons To Belong to MPI “X”Chapter • Awesome educational programs • Exposure in the marketplace • Keep up with industry trends • Support system of peers • Networking
Reasons To Belong toMPI “X” Chapter • Leadership opportunities • Business Opportunities • International education opportunities • Professional growth • FUN!!!!