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As the industry continues to monitor and adjust to COVID-19, we would like to assure you that MPI Chicago Area Chapter is doing the same. With the recent developments of COVID-19 and the CDC’s recommendations for events, we are hopeful that in the coming months we will have the opportunity to gather together again as a community. For all future events we will continue to monitor the situation, and we will keep you informed of any changes.

Spotlight Award Winner - Jeff Durocher, U.S. Poker & Casino Parties (Partner Development Committee)

"I heard good things about MPI so I started to look into it back in 2014, ’15, ’16. I offered to join the board to help. After a few discussions with some board members, they recommended that I join a committee first to better understand the organization. That was good advice! A couple of months later, I decided to poke my head into the IX Exchange when it was on Navy Pier. It was a well-attended event with a number of great connections. I met three to four people that were very interesting and all of them have become great friends or partners even to this day."

Spotlight Award Winner - Caroline Thompson, Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago (Partner Development Committee)

"MPI is a well-known organization within the meetings and hospitality world, and I had always wanted to join after hearing colleagues talk about it and the great connections they made through it. I joined at a previous hotel, where I handled the corporate market, and attended my first MPI-WEC in Indy and have been a member ever since!"

Editor’s Note: Formerly known as Engaged Member of the Month, the Spotlight Award honors committee members who have really been an all-star on their committee.

The best way to get the most out of your MPI-CAC membership is by joining a committee. It’s a great way to network, utilize your skills or challenge yourself to try something new! We know everyone has busy schedules, but many of our committees have a variety of tasks that can be done in just one hour a month! 

Committees are always looking for members with leadership skills, creative mindsets and the drive to collaborate with fellow industry professionals. Click here to see the full list of committees and to fill out the committee interest form.

Committee Spotlight - NEXT

Vice President, Education Operations - Aine O’Brien, Google

Director of Conferences - Colleen Morgan, Spencer Stuart

Co-Chairs - Cindi Webber (Sound Investment AV) & Jessica Lindberg (Edward Fox Photography & Video)

What is your committee responsible for?

Planning and executing NEXT, held annually in February or March.

How often does your committee meet?

Once a month (TBD for the 2021 event).

What are some tasks people do for your committee?

Our committee works with the venue to confirm logistics, day-of planning, creates marketing content and ensures all deadlines are met on time.

What makes your committee fun or stand out?

This committee is really well-established and functions really smoothly. They truly have a team mentality and help or jump in to ensure the event is successful. 

Have additional questions about volunteer opportunities? Please contact us via email at info@mpicac.org or call (888) 721-8908.