REFLECTING, CELEBRATING, AND MOVING FORWARD AS THE YEAR DRAWS TO A CLOSE

With the last month of 2023 approaching, many organizations and individuals find themselves reflecting on the past year's accomplishments, challenges, and lessons learned. This is often the time for end-of-year meetings, company events, and personal reflection. These gatherings and moments of introspection serve as valuable opportunities to celebrate successes, acknowledge contributions, and set goals for the future.

As individuals, taking time for personal reflection at the end of the year allows us to evaluate our accomplishments, identify areas for personal growth, and set goals for the future. This reflection can involve journaling, discussing goals with mentors or friends, or simply taking some quiet time to think about the past year and what we want to achieve in the coming year.

As the year draws to a close, taking the time to reflect, celebrate, and plan can help us approach the new year with a sense of purpose, motivation, and renewed energy. By making the most of end-of-year meetings, company events, and personal reflection, we can set ourselves up for success in the year to come.

Enjoy the Holidays!!!

Corrine Statia-Thomas

MPI New Jersey Chapter Immediate Past President

VIRTUAL HOLIDAY SILENT AUCTION

Get in on the competition and the fun with MPI New Jersey's Silent Auction and complete your holiday shopping with some extraordinary gifts!

The auction features over 70 prizes including hotel stays, golf packages, gift certificates, jewelry, memorabilia, and more!

Bid on your favorites before you leave for the holidays, (and let friends and family know about it, too)!

The auction will be open through November 27^th (5 pm ET)

Winners will be contacted within 48 hours after the bidding closes to finalize payment before items are shipped.

As a non-profit, MPI-New Jersey counts on your support of our fundraising efforts so we may continue providing innovative education programs and networking opportunities to our community.



Thank you for your support of our chapter!

SAVE THE DATE FOR THESE 2024 EVENTS!

January

EVENT: Town Hall

DATE: Tuesday, January 16, 2024

TIME: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

LOCATION: Virtual

EVENT: Meet-Up

DATE: Thursday, January 18, 2024

TIME: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

LOCATION: Topgolf Edison

February

EVENT: Membership Monday

DATE: Monday, February 12, 2024

TIME: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

LOCATION: Virtual

March

EVENT: The MPI New Jersey MEETS Conference

DATES: Monday - Tuesday, March 4 & March 5, 2024

LOCATION: Caesars Atlantic City

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by Michael J. Shapiro

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The New Jersey Chapter is NOW accepting applications from MPI New Jersey Members in good standing for the financial support of attendance at all Chapter Education programs in 2024. This will include at least 4 education programs including the MEETS Conference in March 2024. MPI New Jersey is a preferred CMP provider and offers CEs with each educational program.

The following scholarships are available: 

• Julia Ramos, CMP Education Scholarship - Available to a Planner Member in good standing
• Pamela James, CMP Education Scholarship - Available to a Supplier Member in good standing 

Applications are due December 15, 2023.

MEMBER MILESTONES:

Congratulations to our chapter members celebrating anniversaries with MPI this month:

36 Years

• Michael Fahner

22 Years

• Tristan Nelsen, CMP HMCC - MedscapeLIVE!

17 Years

• Kaaren Hamilton, CMP CMM - Hyatt Hotels Corporation

11 Years

• Donna Marchese - DMI Hotels

4 Years

• Liz Santoro - Hotel LBI/Mainland Holiday Inn

2 Years

• Kerry Carney - Fidelity & Guarantee Annuities & Life
• Anthony Panchery - Forest Lodge Catering

1 Year

• Jenna Ovadia - CI-Group
• Jeffrey Cartagena - Leros Transportation Group
• Jennie Silverman, CMP - Kumon North America, Inc.
• Megan Murphy - Delta Hotel by Marriott Somerset
• Terrisine Spicer
• Jeffrey Victor, CMP CAE, CHA, CHE, CHS

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS:

Let's celebrate our newest members!

• Glen Alcantara
• Lauren Gilbert - Caesars Entertainment
• Elaine Leies - Camelback Resort
• Michele Morgan - NiUG International
• Angelina Palmieri - D Lawrence Planner
• Patricia Valerio

VOLUNTEERS POWER MPI:

As a Member of MPI-New Jersey, you have a vested interest in the future of this chapter. We want you to bring your talents to our team by volunteering and serving on a committee. When you GIVE your time, you GET so much more in return and GROW in ways you never expected. 

Complete the Volunteer Interest Form today, and you will be contacted by our membership team to discuss the right opportunity for you today!

MPI is all about creating community and these days, we have more opportunities to connect online than in person. So, let us hear from you and engage with MPI New Jersey's social media channels, including Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter), to stay up to date on Chapter happenings! We look forward to hearing from you.