MPI-CAC Recipe Book deadline extended

Download and complete the form to submit a recipe for the MPI Chicago Area Chapter 2020 Recipe Book. All submissions must be emailed to info@mpicac.org by Friday, June 12. You can submit up to five recipes. Once all recipes have been collected, the chapter will share the completed cookbook with you.

Interested in sponsoring the cookbook? Contact Tracy Schorle for sponsorship opportunities at tschorle@mpicac.org.

Virtual Membership Mondays 
3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday, June 15

2020 Annual Meeting (virtual) 
Tuesday, June 16

Virtual Ideas Exchange
11 a.m. Thursday, July 16

More details to come!

Member Spotlight

Spotlight Award Winner - Stephanie Mathews, Concord Marketing Solutions (Membership Recruitment Committee) 

“I joined MPI around three years ago in order to branch out and learn more about the meeting, events industry in Chicago and open up new networking opportunities in my role at Concord Marketing Solutions. Since we help businesses with promotional products and branded merchandise, we work closely with event and meeting planners to provide gifts for their events. It has been such a great experience educationally and professionally.”

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.

Volunteer/Join a 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 - Signature Luncheon

Vice President, Education - Aine O’Brien, Google

Director of Conferences - Colleen Morgan, Spencer Stuart

Co-Chairs - Lindsay Woike (Bankers Life) and Amanda Jackson (Network Services Company)

What is your committee responsible for?

Planning and executing Signature Luncheon, held annually in November.

How often does your committee meet?

Once a month (TBD for the 2020 event).

What are some tasks people do for your committee?

Work with the venue to confirm logistics, day-of planning, create marketing content and ensure all deadlines are met on time.

What makes your committee fun or stand out? This is one of our signature events, and it typically attracts a large audience! It is one of our more established events, which is great for someone looking to start in events.