MPI Tennessee Chapter - June 2023 Newsletter

June 2023

MPI TN,

Summer is an exciting time of transition and each June MPI TN installs a new Board of Directors. With this in mind, I would like to take a moment and thank the outgoing Board for their exceptional service to MPI TN! Their dedication and expertise have made a lasting impact on our community. I would also like to extend a warm welcome to our incoming Board Members, who bring fresh perspectives and valuable skills to lead us forward.

Please join us on June 21st at the Hilton Nashville Green Hills for the upcoming Board Installation Luncheon, which will also feature an exciting education event! We are thrilled to present "ChatGPT Secrets for Meeting Pros," where you will gain exclusive insights into leveraging the power of ChatGPT in the meetings and events industry. Discover how this cutting-edge technology can enhance attendee experiences, streamline planning processes, and unlock new opportunities for engagement.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to connect with industry professionals, share insights, and explore the endless possibilities offered by ChatGPT. Together, let's celebrate achievements, welcome new leaders, and uncover the secrets of ChatGPT for meeting professionals!

All the best,

Michael Farrell

President

JUNE EDUCATION LUNCHEON

Calling all meeting planners! Are you ready to unleash the power of AI and take your events to the next level? Buckle up and get ready for ChatGPT Secrets for Meeting Pros with Beth Z, Your Nerdy Best Friend (and MPI Tennessee Speaker of the Year)!

In this program, Beth Z will give you secrets to using ChatGPT (and all the related tools) to upgrade your events, supercharge your sales and market like a rockstar.

Here are just a few takeaways you'll get from this program:

Learn the AI lingo and impress your colleagues with your newfound knowledge
Discover how to use AI to go deep into strategies and plans -- far beyond the basic content-generation functionality
Navigate the ethical implications of AI usage like a pro
Stay ahead of the curve with the latest AI trends and developments, and incorporate them into your future event planning and marketing strategies

Don't settle for boring events and lackluster sales and marketing strategies. Sign up for "ChatGPT Secrets for Meeting Pros" with Beth Z and become an AI superhero in no time!

During this meeting, we will also have our 2023-2024 Board of Directors installation.

This is an exciting time as we expand our team and bring fresh perspectives to our organization's leadership. Overall, the installation for new board members is a symbolic and practical event that marks the beginning of their tenure. We look forward to celebrating this occasion with you!

Reserve Your Spot!

We want to know more about you! Our membership is diverse, and we have grown so much over the last few years. We want to recognize each of you and help all of us feel more connected by learning more about each other.

Click on the link below to fill out our Member Spotlight form. We will include your responses in newsletters, social media posts and other MPI Tennessee communications. Don't forget to include your picture!

Complete the Member Spotlight Form here!

Every year, Kroger donates millions of dollars to nonprofit organizations through its Community Rewards Program.

If you already shop at Kroger, please consider registering your Kroger Card for the program and designating MPI Tennessee as your chosen organization. Then every time you shop, you’ll be supporting us!

How to participate:

Go to Kroger Community Rewards.
Log into your Kroger account to enroll (or create an account).
Enter organization number GV197 or Meeting Professionals International - TN Chapter in the search field and click on the Search button.
Select MPI Tennessee by clicking on the circle to the left of the name.
Follow the prompts to complete enrollment.
Be sure to select the Enroll button to complete the process.
Register and send a screenshot of enrollment and you'll receive one $15 discount for an MPI event (excluding CONNECT and Gala)

If your organization is looking for a new team member, click this link to fill out the online job submission form, and we will make sure to include it in our next MPI Tennessee Newsletter and on social media.

We hope everyone in our MPI family is staying safe and healthy as we continue to battle COVID-19 and the affect it is having on our industry and our membership. Our board is here for you if you need anything. We hope the information below is helpful to you as we all navigate the near future. Please reach out to any of us directly if you are struggling, have questions or just need to chat.

MPI Tennessee Registration Support – If you have lost your job or suffering financial hardship during this time and are unable to attend our events, please take a moment to fill out the Registration Support Form. We value you and would love to continue seeing you at our membership events! Click below to fill out a form!

Form for Registration Support

MPI Tennessee Private Facebook: Join our private Facebook page to learn more about these events and to connect with the fun and informative things going on with our MPI Family.

MPI Member Resume Support – Did you know that MPI members have access to complimentary resume critique through our career center? Members will need their MPI username/password to access this service. Click on the following link and follow the path listed to have your resume critiqued: www.mpi.org > Resources > Career Center > Sign In > go to My Account (top left corner) > go to Resume > check mark “Send me my free professional resume critique from TopResume” > click on Upload Resume to, you guessed, upload your resume.

MPI Global Member Assistance Program: We do not want to lose any of you as members. For those whose jobs have been affected by COVID-19, MPI Global has several options to help if you are up for renewal, and they will be reaching out to you. You can also contact MPI Global directly at feedback@mpi.org, call 972-702-3053, or fill out and follow the instructions in this form.

Update Membership Profile: If you or someone you know has new contact information be sure to reach out to us at info@mpitn.org or 615-373-8002 so we can update that information with our chapter and MPI Global. Remember, your membership belongs to you and follows you even when your employer changes (unless you had a specific agreement with your employer where they keep the membership).