A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT: 
Alyssa Lippincott, CHSP
National Sales Manager, Sands Bethlehem

SPRING IS IN THE AIR!
As the season turns to spring, the weather warms and the outdoors turn green again, I can't help 
but to get excited about MPI New Jersey getting out on the greens for our Annual Golf Event on June 25th at Crystal Springs Resort. 

It is hard to believe that our Annual Golf Event is now in its 22nd year and is still the chapter's our most anticipated event of the year.  I am excited to announce a few NEW elements we are adding this year. 

1. Transportation from 3 pick-up locations: (Now you have no excuse not to attend.)
2. A Welcome Reception the night before the event: (More time together = more connections!) 
3. Planner FAM Tour hosted by Crystal Springs Resort: (Qualified planners will be selected to be hosted for a FAM Trip along with the Golf Event... does it get any better?)

As a hole sponsor myself, I know how many great connections I make participating in this event each year.  So whether you participate as a sponsor, host a foursome for golf or the Sip, Swing & Dine, or your a hosted planner, save the date for June 25th and TAKE YOUR WORK OUTSIDE!  

See you on the links! 
CHAPTER EVENT RECAP:
What Did You Miss Last Month?

FEBRUARY EDUCATION PROGRAM: 
On February 21st the Bridgewater Marriott hosted MPI New Jersey for an amazing program with Michael Dominguez, MGM Resorts Chief Sales Officer.  Michael brought his knowledge to us regarding industry trends, national policies, and disruptions to watch in order to help us connect the dots and think strategically moving forward.  Thank you to Michael for taking the time to visit us in New Jersey, we always learn so much!

Thank you to our sponsors:
Venue host, Bridgewater Marriott
Sponsors, ALHI, Hotel Bethlehem
Strategic Partners: Simon Productions, Gem Limo, Eclipse Events.  
As always we thank Kalahari Resorts & Conventions for being our year-round Education Partner.



MEMBERSHIP SPOTLIGHT:
Find Out More About Your Peers!

Jennifer Cornier
Occupation: Senior Sales Representative
Planner or Supplier: Supplier
Current Employer: The Event Center @iPA

How many years have you been in the industry? 
"11 Years"

Where did you grow up? 
"I grew up in New York (Staten Island) and moved to Old Bridge, NJ Freshman year of high school"

What do you love about MPI NJ? 
"I love the diversity.  Going to the networking events and the educational programs have become a great source of inspiration.  Getting to meet all the members and hearing their experiences and knowledge have become so motivating for me.  
I love learning about new things related to the industry through the experts in the field. It may sound silly, but I can get quite shy in new surroundings so networking isn't my strong suite, but when it comes to attending the meetup events and going to the educational seminars, I feel like I come out of my shell because I'm talking to others who "get  it".  Everyone thus far has been so pleasant, it only makes me keep coming back for more!"


AND THE WINNER IS... 
* Congratulations to Carolyn Browning, MEETing Needs for winning the raffle prize of a $20.00 Gift Card for completing the February Education Survey.  


We want to hear from you!
Let us know what professional accomplishments you have recently achieved so we can share the great news with your peers.  
Contact Chapter Administrator,  Heather Kresge
 
GLOBAL MEETINGS INDUSTRY DAY: April 4, 2019
What is GMID?  
Global Meetings Industry Day 2018 video
Global Meetings Industry Day 2018 video "Meetings Mean Business"
Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) will shine a light on the real impact meetings have on businesses, economies and communities. Meeting professionals organizations, association chapters, corporations, destinations, partners and other supporters will hold events in all around the world to support this international day of advocacy. Events include rallies, press conferences, speaking panels, educational events, award presentations, proclamations and more.
 
At its base, GMID is a grassroots, local media and messaging event. Meetings Mean Business helps organize by harnessing the industry's excitement and energy and engaging elected officials and media. This helps you take the messages to the grassroots level and make newsworthy events which will show how meetings support local economies, connect people and drive positive business results.

Click below to find out how you can join MPI New Jersey with ILEA for GMID: 
MASTERING YOUR MEMBERSHIP:
Make the Most Out of YOUR Membership

WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS
Kim Crabtree, Legacy Castle
Carmen Alyce Murray, Augury
Heather O'Neil, Century 21 Real Estate LLC
Deedee Ortiz-Arias, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory
Donna Powell, Selective Insurance Company of America
Tammy Thompson, CMM, HMCC
Jennifer Wigfield Kelly, Syneos Health

REFER A FRIEND & BE REWARDED
Did you know you can be rewarded for referring  friends and colleagues to MPI? When a new member joins and uses code MyFriendMPI they will receive $50 off their membership. The referring member (THAT'S YOU) identified on the application will also receive a $25 referral credit that they may apply towards their next renewal. 

BUY MPI:
Promoting Member to Member Business

TELL US HOW YOU BUY MPI
As a member based organization, our focus is on building personal and business connections. It's about supporting each other, and helping each other to BUY MPI. Let us celebrate these connections together by c licking here to share your done deals with us.