Tennessee!! As I write this, I’m sitting in an exhibit hall. Another planner a few booths over noticed my MPI Tennessee backpack and before I knew it, we’d spent 30 minutes chatting about MPI, WEC and the industry overall. That’s what being a member of the MPI family is all about – relationships! This was on great display at our October program, where representatives from several different AV and production suppliers got together to present a great panel on how all the available technology can be used to enhance your participants’ experiences. (Also, am I the only one who did not know what LED actually stands for?)
This week we’re hosting CONNECT 2.0, and I hope to see all of you enjoying our reimagined agenda. Our 2017 Presidents Award winner Michelle Johnson will be facilitating our new roundtable format on Thursday evening and also acting as MC for our full day of education on Friday. Michael Dominguez will be joining us from Vegas and will present our luncheon keynote and will also host an extended Q&A about the industry – so bring your questions!
As we move into this season that is focused on thankfulness, I want to say “THANK YOU” to everyone who makes MPI Tennessee as great as it is – our sponsors, board members, volunteers and you – our members!
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Do you want to become an
MPI Tennessee Chapter
sponsor, and partner with the state's largest and most
vibrant community of meeting
and event professionals?
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For more information, contact
Director of Strategic Alliances for
MPI Tennessee!
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Connect 2.0
Thursday, November 8
1212 Germantown
4:00pm – 8:00pm
Friday, November 9
Holiday Inn Express Downtown
8:00am – 2:00pm
Have you heard? We have two great speakers lined up for CONNECT 2.0, and you'll have the opportunity to meet and greet! Michael Dominguez and our membership's favorite, Michelle Johnson, will answer our industry's burning questions. This is the finale of an amazing program, discussing topics of personal conflict, contract negotiations, branding, networking, team dynamics and more.
Don't miss out! Register today!
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Tuesday, November 13
Hotel Indigo
10:00am – 1:00pm
Have you joined MPI Tennessee in the last three months? Are you considering joining MPI Tennessee but want to learn more about our chapter? Join us as we host our new member/future member orientation. This is your chance to learn more about our chapter while meeting fellow members. Please RSVP to Marisa McWilliams at
marisa@rudysjazzroom.com
and you'll receive more details via email.
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Are you an industry leader looking for an opportunity to showcase your skills and contribute to the success of MPI Tennessee Chapter? If so, consider volunteering your time and talent to the 2019-2020 MPI Tennessee Chapter Board of Directors!
The MPI Tennessee Chapter Board of Directors is responsible for chapter operations including programming, financial oversight and governance. By volunteering your time, you will help shape the future of our industry across the state! You will be amazed with the personal and professional growth you will experience while serving on the board.
Now through December 1, 2018
Call for Nominations - You can self-nominate or nominate someone you think would be a great leader for our chapter.
Nominations will be conducted in accordance with the Meeting Professionals International Tennessee Chapter By-Laws. Any planner or supplier in good standing is eligible. Your consideration should include the types of skills and talents you can contribute, your past involvement with the chapter, recognition of the time commitment involved in a leadership role and the necessity of your employer's support.
MPI Tennessee Chapter Board of Directors Application can be found
here
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New to the family in November
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Patrick Brown
PSAV
Kortni Butterton, CMP
UL EHS Sustainability
Benjamin Eggenbeen
Visit Franklin
Emily Hawkins
Liberty Party Rental
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Amy Kortman
Holston House
Matthew Potter
Eastman
Tim Rockett
LMG
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Congratulations to our members celebrating an MPI anniversary in November!
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Jo C. Dermind, CPCE – 22 years
Randy Miller – 20 years
Karen L. Burnett – 16 years
Kim C. Terrell – 15 years
Robyn Bass (McCamy), DMCP – 14 years
Natalie Norris, CMP, CMM – 13 years
Kay Witt – 11 years
Pearl Dorsey – 5 years
Mary Webb – 5 years
Don Osborn, CHS – 3 years
Carol Engroff – 3 years
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Michael Elizabeth McQuillen, CMP – 3 years
Robin Fee – 1 year
Sharon Kendrew – 1 year
Tami Zeip – 1 year
John Higgins – 1 year
Heather Gibson – 1 year
Cortney Novak, CMP, HMCC – 1 year
Tara Sasser – 1 year
Lindsey Cherry – 1 year
Jennifer L. Nichols – 1 year
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