MPIKC Times
MPI - Kansas City Chapter
December 2014|
"At one time, most of my friends could hear the bell, but as years passed, it fell silent for all of them. Even Sarah found one Christmas that she could no longer hear its sweet sound. Though I've grown old, the bell still rings for me, as it does for all who truly believe."
― Chris Van Allsburg, The Polar Express Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/kcm-nwl/articles/index-v9.asp?aid=299184&issueID=31851 to view the full article online. |
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"Life is a gift and what we DO with it, is our GIFT back to the WORLD, to OTHERS and to OURSELVES."
— Angela Rockwood Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/kcm-nwl/articles/index-v9.asp?aid=299599&issueID=31851 to view the full article online. |
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9/9/2014 – September Board Meeting
In-Kind Friend
Francis Family Foundation
Shari Hockenbery, CMP
(816) 531-0077 / shari@francisfoundation.org
Cash
Copper Mountain Resorts
Sharon Schoeffield
(970) 968-2318 / sschoeffield@coppercolorado.com
Marsheila Runnels
(913) 328-1400/ runnelsm@gfhotels.com
Buffy Boyd
(913) 328-1024 / boydb@gfhotels.com
Kim Warrender
(816) 346-4403 / kimwarrender@hotelphillips.com
Arterra Event Gallery
Mike Gehrs
(785) 371-0990 / mike@arterraeventgallery.com
Adventures With Tea
Marlys Arnold
(816) 716-1089 / marlys@adventureswithtea.com
Ken Hamm
(816) 746-3142 / ken.hamm@pngaming.com
Pep Solberg-Selvan
(785) 542-1764 / bluejacketcrossing@gmail.com
Bob Meadows
(816) 900-1138 / rmeadows@bobkorn.com
Lynn Gross
John Nichols
(800) 279-1734 / john.nichols@heartlandtrailways.com
Meat Mitch
Michelle Twibell
(800) 545-0005/ michelle@meatmitch.com
Tracy Roberts
(913) 339-3000 / troberts@opconventioncenter.com
Sharon Richards, CMP
(816) 391-4409 / Sharon.Richards@starwoodhotels.com
10/1/2014 – CMP Study Session November
In-Kind Friend
Great Wolf Lodge
Lori Gast
(913) 907-2951 / lgast@greatwolf.com
Hilton President
Marilyn Cupples
(816) 221-9490/ marilyn.cupples@hilton.com
Sheraton Overland Park
Katie Johnson
(913) 234-2123 / katie.johnson@sheraton.com
10/22/2014 - October Education Conference
Cash
CEI VAT Reclaim
Nancy Eide
(574) 233-0912 / info@cei-vat.com
Shari Hockenbery, CMP
(816) 531-0077 / shar@francisfoundation.org
InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza
Matt Danders
(816) 751-1918 / mdanders@kansascityic.com
Agenda: USA
Bobby Riggins
(913) 268-4466 / briggins@agendausa.com
Emmanuel Ngomsi, Ph.D.
(816) 554-6000 / e.ngomsi@universalhighways.com
Lynn Lee
(619) 840-6219 / Lynn.lee@alliedpra.com
Cathy Ewing, CMP
(816) 322-6192 / cathy@ewingmtgs.com
Lynn Gross
(816) 779-1403
Gayla Welsh
(573) 317-3559 / gwelsh@oldkinderhook.com
Prestige Resorts & Destinations
Doug Peterson
(312) 767-8455 / dpeterson@prestigeresorts.com
Tim Brice
(816) 802-2142 / timb@raphaelkc.com
Cultural Detective
Diane Hofner Saphiere
(913) 901-0243 / dianne@nipporica.com
11/13/2014 – November Trivia
Cash Partner
Tempe Tourism Office
Olivia Jara
(480) 305-1357 / olivia@tempetourisim.com
Hilton Kansas City Airport
Lori Haskell, CGMP
(816) 801-4008 / lhaskell@hiltonkci.com
Advanstar
Dot Thiesen
(913) 871-3912 / dtheisen@advanstar.com
Carrie Peterson
(913) 744-2939 / carrie@brandingstop.com
Diana Midyett
(816) 294-0633 / dianamidyett.planning@gmail.com
Melissa Berman
(913) 312-0900 / melissa.berman@aemhotels.com
Brad Plumb
Brandi Brumback
(913) 681-2165 / brandi@pinstripes.com
Christine Hinson
(816) 714-0775
Olivia Jara
(480) 305-1357 / olivia@tempetourisim.com
Jenai Ballinger
(816) 630-5500 / jballinger@elmsresort.com
Danica Roth
(816) 243-5561 / droth@fourpointskcairport.com
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From 23 years to 1 – check out who we're celebrating.
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How to Plan a Successful International Meeting
By Shari Hockenberry, CMP Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/kcm-nwl/articles/index-v9.asp?aid=299187&issueID=31851 to view the full article online.
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KCMPI members and friends enjoyed the Third Annual Trivia Night on November 13.
By Doug Fager Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/kcm-nwl/articles/index-v9.asp?aid=299188&issueID=31851 to view the full article online. |
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KCMPI continues to partner with Rose Brooks to break the cycle of domestic violence.
By Lynn Gross Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/kcm-nwl/articles/index-v9.asp?aid=299613&issueID=31851 to view the full article online. |
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By Shari Hockenberry, CMP
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Associate, Events & Meetings
Meeting & Event Manager Temporary Marketing Coordinator Group Sales Manager Account Executive Sales Manager Account Manager Meetings Coordinator Boot Camp & Travel Coordinator Business Transient Sales Manager |
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A summary of St. Louis EduCon.
By Megan O'Keefe Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/kcm-nwl/articles/index-v9.asp?aid=299625&issueID=31851 to view the full article online. |
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Meeting Professionals International has published its Meetings Outlook, 2014 Fall Edition.
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December 2014.
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Join MPI and our chapter using this code "Facebook2014" and you will receive a $50 discount on your new membership. Join online www.mpiweb.org/join. Happy Holidays!" |
Opening January 2015.
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KCMPI was recognized for our service to the community in "From The Editor" in the December issue of The Meeting Professional. This publication is a benefit of MPI membership. Both print and digital copies are available each month.
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Meet one of KCMPI's newest members.
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What does KCMPI mean to you?
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After three short months as the Director of Sales & Marketing, long-time KCMPI member Chris Aquino is now General Manager at Courtyard by Marriott Kansas City at Briarcliff. Chris is very excited about this new opportunity and looks forward to sharing what the Courtyard Briarcliff has to offer. Congratulations, Chris, as you continue to leave a very positive impact on our industry!
To contact Chris: Chris Aquino | General Manager Courtyard by Marriott Kansas City at Briarcliff 4000 North Mulberry Drive | Kansas City, MO 64116 Direct: (816) 841-2352 | Fax: (816) 587-1305 |
 Congratulations to Corey Ringh, who is now the Director of Sales and Marketing for AC Hotels by Marriott Kansas City Westport (formerly Q Hotel & Spa). Property is set to open in January 2015 after completing a multi-million dollar renovation.To contact Corey:
Corey Ringh, Director of Sales and Marketing
AC Hotels by Marriott Kansas City Westport
560 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 931-0001 Fax (816) 931-8891
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Congratulations to Justin and Lindy Clark who welcomed Taylor
Marie on August 13! Sweet Taylor joined the world at 9:20 a.m. and weighed 7 lbs. 11 oz. and was 20 inches long. Lindy has been a member of MPI since 2012 and has
just celebrated her two-year anniversary with Sprint. Congratulations, Lindy!