Joanne's Meeting and Event EGuide March 6, 2021

I am a big believer that all things are possible in the Spring---and in the northern hemisphere, it's on it's way...  Just in case you missed the last edition, here is a link to it for you February 21, 2021    Got a question? Want me to find something for you? Did you get this forwarded to you? If you would like to be on the list, text MEETGUIDE to 22828. Or just sign up here online. 

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What’s In This issue? Things That Interest Me - and Maybe You Potato Chips March CMP Class starts this week International Women's Day Panel Piccles Peeps MEET Diorama Contest Deadline March 8th Ongoing Resources And more...

Congratulations to These New CMP's I have crossed paths during their preparation through a mixture of my 16-hour virtual classes, my two-day in-person classes, the MPI Global Master Class, my videos, and some random conversations. I am very proud and happy for all of you, and it means a lot to have been part of your journey.

Things That Interest Me...and Maybe You America's Favorite Regional Potato Chip Brands [Map] The United States consumes almost 2 billion pounds of potato chips every year, meaning the average U.S. citizen eats over 6 pounds of the snack annually. There are many regional potato chip brands that locals love — and that you probably haven’t heard of unless you’ve been there (yes there is more to it than Frito-Lay. Take a look at the map below to find out what brand is in your state! Maybe you will find Hot Dog flavored potato chips - I did in one state I lived in. Map of Potato Chip Brands Piccles (Pronounced Pickles) A fun thing we started using in my CMP class is...Piccles! Piccles is a virtual engagement tool that allows people to answer different questions or phrases by drawing a picture. This brings out creativity and you can get a gage on how people are in the room. Here are some examples of what people drew in my January Class. Piccles

 Roadtrippers As we start thinking about traveling again, take a look at Roadtrippers for some summer road trip ideas. There are many great articles showing fun things to do, as well as already planned road trips! Roadtrippers COVID Vaccine Finder Tool Access to COVID-19 vaccines is limited, but this tool can help you plan for when your vaccination time comes. We need all the help we can get. COVID Vaccine Finder 3 Ways Event Professionals Are Using Clubhouse pcma Is Clubhouse the next big social media platform... You thought we were done when TikTok became the biggest thing, but now Clubhouse is taking over—great article with ways Clubhouse can help the Events Industry. Clubhouse Hotel Chains Prep For Hybrid Events While in person meetings might start happening again, many brands are forming partnerships and programs that will enhance hybrid events since they are likely to stick around for years ahead. Take a look at what some of the top brands are doing. MeetingsNet Herb Your Enthusiasm Check out the business one of my CMP students, Kenna Wesolkas, CMP started - Herb Your Enthusiasm. Your mouth will water when looking at these pictures!! She turned her charcuterie board hobby into a business in just a short amount of time. Herb Your Enthusiasm Article on Herb Your Enthusiasm

March Meeting and Events Virtual Intensive CMP Class Yes, time goes by fast and it is March already and we are approaching Spring! It is an excellent time to work on your CMP to move forwards with your career. The next CMP class will be March 12, 13 and 19, 20. Find more details in the link below. Make sure you check the FAQ before the registration! Starts this week March 2021 CMP Class Registration 

Upcoming Events International Women's Day March 8 I will be participating in an Industry Panel for PCMA New England for International Women's Day. You can sign up to watch the panel here: 2021 International Women's Day MPI New England March 16 Membership Mixer & Virtual Game Night Register Here MPI New Jersey and MPI Greater New York March 16 Leading the Next 365: Yourself, The Business, The Recovery Register Here Hospitality Leadership Summit March 26 The BU SHA Hospitality Leadership Summit annually brings together students, faculty, and the community to hear from world-renowned industry leaders on pressing topics and trends that are shaping the future of the business. Registrations is free and open to the public! BU Hospitality Leadership Summit MPI Greater New York April 22 Save the date for Auction and Mixology Madness! Details are TBD  MPI Ohio May 19 Save the Date! MPI - Ohio Save the Date

Meet Another "Trooper" Hi! My name is Sophie Sinclair and I was born and raised in Santa Monica, California. I decided I wanted to move to the east coast for college, where I attended Brandeis University for my undergraduate degree, majoring in Anthropology with minors in Business and Sculpture. I have always been interested in the Hospitality Industry - specifically marketing, social media, and public relations for hotels and restaurants. After graduating from Brandeis, I attended The School of Hospitality Administration at Boston University where I received my masters degree in Hospitality Management. This is where I had the opportunity take a class called Meeting Planning and Special Events Management. Who would have thought this class would be taught by someone who cared so much about her students that she even welcomed me to join her team! Thank you Joanne Dennison for introducing me to the Meetings and Events world!

ALL THINGS CMP

Did you pass your CMP exam in 2016? 2011? 2006? 2001? 1996 (that would be me)….or 1991? Maybe even 1986???   It’s time to Recertify!   You do NOT have to sit for the exam again---unless you don’t recertify in time. You have till December 31, 2021  Deadlines and Fees

Did you take one of my CMP classes?   My two or three (or four) day in person classes? MPI Master Class? CMP at Sea? If you took any of my CMP classes sponsored by my company or another organization you are invited to the LinkedIn Group I have created. The Goal is to connect people and share information. We have already invited about 300 people---you will receive your invitation in the LinkedIn notifications. Look for yours there.

New Videos Here's two new videos on what we've learned from those taking their exams in the testing center or remotely: Testing Center Remote Testing 

PEEPS (R) Meet Diorama Contest DEADLINE MARCH 8th

PEEPS (R) Meet Diorama Contest registration is OPEN and will last through March 8. Don't miss your chance to participate! Want to hear more? Watch this video Register for Peeps Meet Contest 

College Student Looking for Summer Internship in the Morris County, NJ area   Gary Titunick, CMP (who prepared with me in my NJ classes ), is tapping into our network—his daughter, who is also interested in “our world” , is looking for an internship for this summer---any leads please email Gary at GTitunic@its.jnj.com.  Thanks!

One on One Any questions you want to ask others or even the entire group? Let me know and we will get it out there. Joanne@JoanneDennison.com

Ongoing Resources: United States Center for Disease Control (CDC) Guidelines for Events Mask Restrictions CoronaVirus: Reopenings Geographical Circle Radius Here is where each state currently stands on allowing people to gather: For Meetings For events and other information such as restaurants, movie theaters, museums, shopping

Thanks to my Marketing Partners for the March Class

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