Date: May 16, 2017
Location: TopGolf, Naperville, IL

Date: June 6, 2017
Location: The Odyssey Country Club, Tinley Park, IL

Date: June 19-22, 2017
Location: MGM Grand, Las Vegas, NV

Non-members purchase a #WEC17 bundle! Get a one-year membership and conference registration. Enter code LVCMBR17 at checkout.

Date: July 12, 2017
Location: Bridgeport Art Center, Chicago, IL

By Rachael Riggs, Tourism Vancouver

In the previous, articles we talked about vision and goals of a meeting and sourcing for new innovations. Now we are considering the destinations and where to send the RFP

By Michael ‘Hahndo’ Hahn, Author & Keynote Speaker

Remember the last time a client request put you over the edge. It was just a little thing, but you said something you shouldn’t have or you reacted in a way that just wasn’t you. Why did it happen? How can you avoid feeling the regret?

By Mitra Sorrells, Courtesy of Biz Bash

With participants and speakers in multiple locations, this innovative format can reduce travel time and costs while maintaining attendee engagement.

Recruit new members, and win a fabulous downtown Chicago package!

The MPI Chicago Area Chapter member to recruit the most new members from May 1 to June 30, 2017 will win a fabulous downtown Chicago weekend package.

You’ll have the opportunity to interact and meet with key event organizers who will share operational insights from the teams that plan, program and produce the 101st Running of the Indianapolis 500. Also, hear from Indy 500 Festival leadership responsible for producing one of the biggest parades in the country and community events throughout the month of May.

Registration is $1,299 for MPI members and $1,599 for non-MPI members. Registration includes a Sports Event Management Certificate, hotel stay for three nights sponsored by host hotel, ground transportation to/from Indianapolis airport, sponsored food and beverage throughout the event and 20 clock hours of continuing education. 

For a limited time, receive $200 off registration using the promo code EXP200!

Want to join a MPI-CAC committee but not sure which one is best for you? 

Are you interested in more than one committee?

Are you trying to network with as many committee groups as you possible can? 

If you answered yes to more than one of these questions, then the Marketing Committee is what you are looking for! 

Join MarComm today! Our committee crosses over into all of the various groups and events. 

Our team is here to help support, develop and promote all aspects of MPI-CAC. As long as you have a passion to help and the desire to work with all different groups, you will feel fulfilled by volunteering for MarComm. Join us today!

Interested in showcasing your Chicago area venue to MPI-CAC members and guests? Consider hosting an upcoming event.

Want to gain exposure to the Chicago area's leading industry professionals? Consider sponsoring an upcoming event.

Looking to make a bigger impact throughout the year? Consider becoming a MPI-CAC Annual Partner.

Due: July 15, 2017

Spring Education: May 4, 2017

MPI-CAC would like to welcome all of the new members who joined in February.