Volunteering & Networking

Today was a great networking day, well spent attending the MPI CAC All Committee Luncheon at the Hyatt Regency downtown Chicago. This year I have committed myself to volunteering on both the CMP Committee and Diversity Committee...Wow, it is going to be a busy year! I could not be more excited about both opportunities.

Believe it or not, but the food was actually really good. Based on the presentation of the plate I thought I was at a fine dining restaurant for a moment. Seriously, it was that impressive for a hotel banquet function!

I had the pleasure of sitting next to two great industry colleagues, Mr. Kevin Boland, Director of Sales and Marketing at The Drake Hotel and Mrs. Tanya Tarnoff, Account Executive with Minding Your Business. It was so nice catching up and sharing the news about INTD.

So what is the deal with the committees I selected to volunteer my time? Glad you asked....I chose the CMP Committee because as a fellow CMP I think it is an honor to help others accomplish such a highly regarded designation within our industry.

The CMP Committee is responsible for assisting MPI-CAC members to study for and pass the exam for their Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation within compliance of the Convention Industry Council’s (CIC) authorized program.

The Diversity Committee's objective is to celebrate the distinct and unique attributes each member of MPI brings to the organization and to the industry. On its own and in partnership with other committees, Diversity works to broaden members' understanding of and appreciation for what makes celebrating our differences powerful.

We are directly responsible for organizing the Women's Leadership Conference. The conference is hosted downtown Chicago this year and will be one of the best yet! Once the details are confirmed I will be sure to add to the blog and to INTD's Event Page.