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 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 MembersPlanner/Supplier Ratio

Planner46%

Supplier52%

Student2%

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” Chapter

How does the chapter fit intothe global picture of MPI?

MPI “X” Chapter Board of Directors

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

Upcoming “X” Chapter Programs and 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!!!!