I earned my CMP designation in 1985. It seems just like yesterday in my mind. But, the reality is, it was 35 years ago.
It’s time for me to recertify this year, and I am eager to do it. Earning that CMP designation has helped me throughout my career. From professional opportunities to the people I’ve had as mentors and the chance to mentor along the way, it’s made a huge difference to me.
It’s also recertification time for the classes of 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005, 2010 and 2015. I hope you’ll join me in doing so. In light of COVID, EIC is maintaining the discounted rate of $225 USD until 11:59 p.m. EST on 31 December 2020.
If you still need to earn continuing education credits, then EIC Advance is the place to be 18-20 November. The programme offers an opportunity to earn 25 CEs. Equally important, there are multiple campfire sessions just for the CMP and CMP-HC community. Fellow CMPs Angie Ahrens and Derrick Johnson have a special welcome message.
Early bird registration ends on Friday, 30 October. At $199 USD, it’s an affordable way to access impactful and global educational content while making connections that can help you professionally and personally. There are group rates and COVID-19 discounts available if you’ve been furloughed, laid off or experienced a reduced salary, which are available by contacting registration@eventscouncil.org.
I hope you’ll join me and others in our community at EIC Advance, 18-20 November.
Speaking of our community, I’m proud of the leading role that CMPs are playing in the APEX COVID-19 Business Recovery Task Force. A half dozen of our colleagues are serving on the task force, which is focused on giving voice to planning, preparing and driving the conversation on the industry’s recovery.
The guidance and resources this team is providing are outstanding. In fact, more than 32,000 people worldwide have accessed the task force tools. Recovery may be a long, uphill climb, but it’s taking shape with EIC and CMPs leading the way. Today, EIC is releasing the guide from the Travel and Transportation working group, led by Amanda Armstrong, CMP – more on that in this newsletter.
No matter where you are on your CMP journey, I thank you for your continued service and dedication to the CMP community.
Barbara Connell, CAE, CMP
Chair of the CMP Governance Commission
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In 1985, at age 17, Boris Becker became the youngest ever winner of the men’s Wimbledon Championship.
Not to be out done, Barbara Connell, CAE, CMP, current chair of the CMP Governance Commission, earned her CMP certification in 1985 – the first year it was offered.
Ok – maybe it’s not a perfect comparison. But, unlike the retired Becker, Barbara continued her professional winning streak by recertifying every five years. She’ll keep the streak alive in 2020, too.
If you earned your certification in a year ending in zed or five, then it’s time for you to go through the process again, too. The deadline is 31 December 2020.
Do you remember highlights from the year you earned your CMP?
In 1990, Nelson Mandela was released from prison and the Berlin Wall finally fell. Windows95 and JavaScript debuted in 1995.
As memorable as those events are, investing in your personal and professional development makes all the difference. Did you know that studies show the CMPs earn, on average, $10,000 USD more than those who don’t have it?
Like Y2k, some things are meant to be forgotten. But, others – like the opening of the Tate Modern in London in 2000 – are meant to last. That’s the case with the CMP and CMP-HC designation. It provides lasting value. The opportunity to develop professional skills and relationships, and discover leadership opportunities, never ends.
And, while it’s not as world famous as Ellen Johnson Sirleaf’s election as president of Liberia – the first woman to lead an African nation – becoming a CMP in 2005 probably had a profound impact on your career. Hopefully, just like the first SpaceX rocket launch in 2010, it boosted it to new heights.
So, just like Sam Smith sang in 2015, “won’t you stay with me” and complete your recertification this year?
EIC has held the recertification fee at $225 USD this year. And, if you need continuing education credits, then EIC Advance is made just for you. The programme offers 25 CE opportunities, and campfire sessions devoted solely to the CMP and CMP-HC community.
2020 will be a memorable year – even though we may want to forget much of it. But, remember to recertify your CMP or CMP-HC designation. It’s a lifetime of opportunity, learning and relationships you don’t want to forget.
Is this your year to recertify?
You can confirm your year of recertification by logging into your existing Events Industry Council account. If you don’t remember your login information, simply follow the guidance on the login page. If you know you are in your fifth year and need to recertify, see the tips here.
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 Registration for EIC Advance, 18-20 November 2020, is $199 USD through today, 30 October. EIC Advance is open to all event industry professionals and will feature three days of innovative education, peer-to-peer connection, on-demand programming and unique CMP experiences. The keynotes will be held in local time zones – one for each of the following: Asia, EMEA, and the Americas.
EIC Advance offers a special experience for the CMP community including exclusive, deep-dive campfire sessions led by CMP Governance Commission members, as well as a bundle of a possible 25 CEs in one package. Keynotes and breakout sessions each deliver one CE toward the CMP, up to a total of 25 CEs. You will be able to revisit sessions on-demand through 31 March 2021.
Over three days, EIC Advance will highlight our industry’s advocacy efforts and the adaptations and innovations necessary as we evolve. We will reinforce our commitment to each other and explore opportunities to build forward together.
“EIC’s new event is laser-focused on creating awareness of key issues and opportunities to advance our industry,” said Amy Calvert, CEO, Events Industry Council. “We are looking forward to an experience that inspires a renewed commitment to collaboration and partnerships. I invite all industry professionals to join us at EIC Advance to engage with our global community and contribute to the creation of a roadmap to a better future.”
Partner with EIC Advance
If you would like to showcase your organisation and offerings in a branded virtual exhibit booth – open and available throughout the event and until 31 March 2021 – you can partner with EIC for the event. Engage 1:1 with EIC Advance registrants, set up video conferencing, and promote your products and services. For information about the EIC Advance partner program, contact Erin Cannon.
COVID and group discounts
For those impacted by COVID-19, EIC is providing relief in the amount of $50 USD off the regular rate of $229 USD for EIC Advance registration. This includes those who are furloughed, have had their position eliminated or are experiencing a salary reduction. Contact registration@eventscouncil.org to request your relief code.
We hope to see you at EIC Advance, where we will elevate, inspire and connect events industry professionals around the world!
During this time of change, it’s important to update your personal information in your CMP Account. This will help us help you stay connected to the CMP community.
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Connect Association recently recognised these CMPs among the 40 Under 40 Class of 2020, noting that “In an unprecedented year, meetings industry gurus turned to communication and virtual solutions to save the day.” Congratulations to all of these CMPs!
- Chris Cherkis, CMP
- Kimberly Hoffman, CMP, DMCP
- Matthew Kalb, CMP, CEM-AP
- Lindsay Kirchinger, CMP
- Kathy Lovato, CMP, DES
- Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey, CMP
- Jenny Ng, CMP
- Shelby Parish, CMP, CAE, IOM
- Sara Berner Roberts, CMP, DES
- Ralph Robinson, CAE, CMP
- Shyanne D. Robinson, CMP
- Kathy Sinnen, CMP
News tips:
Do you have a news tip or content to share? Please contact media@eventscouncil.org.
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Earlier this month, EIC announced 92 professionals earned their CMP or CMP-Healthcare designation in September 2020. View the full list and welcome the newest CMPs to our community.
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“Congratulations!” “What an achievement!” Sentiments of support and positivity have flooded social media with the launch of EIC’s digital badges for CMPs and CMP-HCs. Thanks to all who are sharing badges – more than 5,000 across social channels and emails so far – and opening up about what your CMP means to you, and lifting up others!
EIC is working with Credly, the digital credentialing leader, to provide digital badges. Current CMP and CMP-HCs should have received an invitation from Credly’s Acclaim platform (admin@youracclaim.com) to accept a digital badge. There is no fee for the badge, and acceptance is up to you. If you have not received an email or if you have any questions, please contact certification@eventscouncil.org so we can assist.
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Have you joined the LinkedIn group for CMPs? We are almost at 7,000 – so log in to LinkedIn and connect with fellow CMPs from around the world. Search for the listed group: Certified Meeting Professionals – CMPs and request to join.
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EIC is offering support for CMP candidates impacted by COVID-19.
Application: For those seeking their CMP credential, EIC is providing $50 USD relief on the initial application and $50 USD for the certification examination fee if the applicant has been affected by COVID-19 and was furloughed, had their position eliminated or have experienced a salary reduction. Contact certification@eventscouncil.org for a relief code to enter when making an online payment.
Exam: EIC is providing $50 USD relief for the certification examination fee for those who have been affected by COVID-19 and were furloughed, had their position eliminated or have experienced a salary reduction. Contact certification@eventscouncil.org for a relief code to enter when making an online payment.
EIC also offers these webinars, free of charge, where CMPs can earn 1 CE per webinar viewed after taking the quiz. EIC continues to add webinars to the schedule. Participation in live webinars is free; EIC has expanded capacity to host up to 3,000 attendees.
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Today, the Events Industry Council released the Travel and Transportation Accepted Practices Guide. It is the latest accepted practices guide produced by EIC’s APEX COVID-19 Business Recovery Task Force.
The new guide:
- Assists travellers in evaluating the risk level before booking a trip
- Provides resources to educate on destination regulations and restrictions
- Addresses major travel modalities (ground, air, rail, cruise) and highlights new safety and cleanliness policies that enhance traveller safety
- Emphasizes the personal responsibility required to maintain a safe travel environment
“Bringing businesses, communities and people together face-to-face is at the heart of our industry’s purpose. The travel experience is a fundamental and foundational element to the journey of participation and event curation,” said Amy Calvert, CEO, Events Industry Council. “This guide is intended to be a helpful tool for us all as we contemplate our path forward. These resources represent an industry-wide commitment to safety and security, and they serve as a reminder that while we will never be able to mitigate all risk associated with travel, we have a commitment and the expertise to create safe travel and meeting experiences.”
The guide includes information on:
- Pre-travel evaluation, during and post-travel guidance
- Government and travel regulation resources
- Safety protocols by travel modes including a resource guide
“This is about building trust and confidence,” said Travel and Transportation working group Chair Amanda Armstrong, CMP, Assistant Vice President, Enterprise Holdings, Inc. “The best way to do that is to provide the information and tools needed to ‘know before you go’ as well as during a trip and afterward. That’s exactly what this guide does for the most experienced road warrior and novice traveler.”
Members of the Travel and Transportation working group will host a webinar on Friday, 30 October at 11 a.m. EDT/UTC - 4 p.m. to review the guide. Register for the free webinar: https://bit.ly/31SHwZh.
Previous releases of EIC accepted practices guides and supporting materials include the Meeting and Event Design Accepted Practices Guide, a Code of Conduct, Health and Safety for Hotels Accepted Practices Guide, EIC Principles for Recovery, Key Questions for Event Organisers, and Resources for Workforce and Wellness Accepted Practices Guide.
The APEX COVID-19 Business Recovery Task Force is led by Co-chairs Michael Dominguez, President and CEO, Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI), and Kristin Horstman, Senior Director, Strategic Events, Salesforce. With representation from across the many sectors and regions of the global events ecosystem, the APEX COVID-19 Business Recovery Task Force provides a voice in planning, preparing and participating in our recovery and our future. The task force is also amplifying the story of our economic and social impact as advocates for our industry.
“The engagement with the task force resources shows how much our industry depends on centralised, accessible and trustworthy sources of information,” Dominguez said. “We are all working toward a path of recovery, and these aggregated resources continue to provide a valuable framework for meeting face-to-face again.”
The full roster of Task Force members can be found on the EIC website here.
EIC will release additional deliverables via social media channels, webinars and the EIC website. If you’d like to follow our activity on social, please connect with @Events_Council on Twitter (#APEXTaskForce), and Events Industry Council on Facebook and LinkedIn.
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To date, this industry-wide task force has published four accepted practices guides: Meeting and Event Design, Hotels, Workforce and Wellness, and Travel and Transportation. Additional resources include a Code of Conduct, Principles for Recovery, Key Questions for Event Organisers, Air Travel Planning, and Know Before You Go. After the release of each guide, EIC hosts a webinar with task force members to review the resources. You can access all of this helpful aggregated content via EIC’s website and YouTube channel.
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As our industry works through the realities and impact of COVID-19, we have many valuable tools and educational resources to reference. EIC’s member organisations, as well as companies around the world, are sharing information, sparking new ideas and offering support. EIC has gathered resources and tools from various sources and centralised them into a COVID-19 resource centre. We update the site weekly. If you have information to share, please contact us.
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The Events Industry Council On Demand offers CMP Conclave recordings, webinars and CE quizzes (more than 100 options). You can earn 1 CE by viewing each on-demand webinar and completing the quiz via the link provided. The EIC Knowledge Hub is connected to your EIC website login and can be accessed on any device with an internet connection.
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EIC is now a CAE Approved Provider. We will indicate programs that meet the requirements for fulfilling the professional development requirements to earn or maintain the Certified Association Executive credential. Every program we offer that qualifies for CAE credit will clearly identify the number of CAE credits granted for full participation, and we will maintain records of your participation in accord with CAE policies. For more information about the CAE credential or Approved Provider program, please visit www.asaecenter.org/cae.
As a CAE Approved Provider educational program related to the CAE exam content outline, this program may be applied for 1 credit toward your CAE application or renewal professional development requirements.
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The EIC Sustainable Event Standards were released in September 2019 with a one-year provisional status. They can be downloaded at no charge from our website. There are seven different standards representing different sectors of the industry: event organiser, accommodations, audio visual and production, destination, exhibitions, food and beverage, and venue.
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Last month, in conjunction with the release of the Resources for Workforce and Wellness Accepted Practices Guide, EIC announced the launch of a Career Centre on its website.
The resources for the EIC online Career Centre are organised by:
- Career Opportunities: A job posting board
- Career Pathways: Tools and resources for career and financial support
- Certification: Links to certification programs across the industry
- Education: Webinars, courses and online events
- Research: Research and data for the global meetings and events industry
- Scholarships: Financial support for meeting professionals
“This new accepted practices guide and the online Career Centre provide a powerful combination of resources for our events industry professionals,” said Amy Calvert, Events Industry Council CEO. “In a year of ever-growing challenges, these resources will support the wellness of our workforce and equip us to upskill and reskill to support the global economic recovery. This is a testament to our industry and industry organisations’ desire for and commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and how we work together to prioritise the wellbeing of our workforce and their career journeys.”
Visit the Career Centre
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