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 CMPs, did you happen to attend the 2013 Hall of Leaders Gala, held in conjunction with IMEX America, in Las Vegas, NV, a few months ago? If not, we encourage you to check out a quick recap of the night and see some photos of the five honorees and two Pacesetter Award winners who were recognized. The 2013 HOL Gala is being hailed as one of the best the celebrations that the Convention Industry Council (CIC) has ever organized, with the help of our generous sponsors. And now, on the heels of that successful evening, the CIC has opened the nominations for the 2014 Hall of Leaders and Pacesetter Awards, and we’re asking you to help be our eyes and ears to find the best and brightest emerging leaders in the industry. For three decades, the Hall of Leaders awards program has honored pioneers who helped build and mold this industry into what it is today. These pioneers inspired and made a way for us, but in an ever-changing industry, it soon became clear that was only part of the story. So, in 2012, the CIC also turned its attention to recognizing emerging leaders and industry supporters whose recent accomplishments chart a course for where the industry is today and where it is going tomorrow. To date, CIC has honored seven (7) individuals with Pacesetter Awards (get to know them here) and is excited about the opportunity to showcase outstanding achievement in "real time," in addition to honoring accomplishments achieved over a lifetime. That’s where we need your help. Do you know forward thinkers who have made a difference and are helping shape the industry into what it is today? Do you have any co-workers, organizational chapter officers, FB friends, or know of any risk-takers whose achievements have inspired others and improved the industry? If so, consider nominating that person for recognition. There are five categories of Pacesetter Awards: • Young Professionals Award – Emerging leaders who already are making an impact on the industry • Sustainability and Social Responsibility Award – People taking the lead in these initiatives • Innovation Award – People whose new ideas, techniques, products or concepts are improving the industry • Friend of the Industry Award – Business leader or public official leveraging the business value of meetings • Chairman’s Award – Citing special recognition and accomplishments, as determined by CIC Complete guidelines and nominations can be found on our website. The deadline for nominations is February 3, 2014, so don’t delay. |
 I can’t believe it’s already the end of another year. As I look back for a brief moment, I think about my time and what I did to make a difference in the lives of others. Well, I must say, I was quite busy this year and sometimes wondered how I found the time to do all the things that I did. But I can tell you, as chair of the CMP Board, we (the CMP Board and CIC Staff) have been busy working hard to accomplish the goals set in the beginning of the year. Though many of us serve in various other volunteer capacities, we dedicated countless hours to serving on behalf of our CMP community to ensure the CMP Program remained the best, most recognized certification in the meetings industry. And part of that commitment meant continuing to represent our CIC member organizations at meetings, even amidst a challenging travel environment, to ensure our interest in the meetings industry was voiced. Here are just a few highlights of the work we accomplished this past year:
I hope you have a safe and wonderful holiday season. Melody Kebe, CMP, CGMP Chair, CMP Board of Directors |
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Emeritus status is an honorary title CIC bestows on those who have been actively certified and then retire from the field. This allows you to keep your designation although you are no longer working in the meetings industry. Retired CMPs may qualify to receive Emeritus status if they meet all of the following requirements: •You are at least 59.5 years of age, •You are retired and no longer working in the meetings industry, and •You have held the CMP good standing for at least 10 years. To apply for Emeritus status, you must submit a 300-500 word essay describing how the CMP designation has helped you in your professional life and why it is important to retain it. Please visit our website for more information and the Emeritus application. In 2013, CIC proudly awarded Emeritus status to the following meeting professionals: Ms. Pamela C. Myers, CMP Ms. Lynn K Kletzkin, CMP Mr. Brian Kampschroer, CMP Ms. Katherine Winans, CMP Ms. Sharon J. Vojtek, CMP, CEM Ms. Lorraine Cruz, CMP Ms. Diane G. Keen, CMP Ms. Betty S. Helm, CMP Ms. Julie Carroll, CMP Mrs. Sharon Lynn Covey, CMP Mr. William Albin Kruschwitz, CMP Ms. Diana Lee Finley, CMP Ms. Karen L. Rawley, CMP Ms. Malla Kotwal Wedberg, CMP Congratulations, again! |
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The Convention Industry Council (CIC) today announced that 212 individuals passed the fourth quarter CMP examination. This distinguished credential, recognized throughout the meetings, conventions, and exhibitions industry, demonstrates an individual's comprehensive knowledge of meeting management as well as a commitment to the profession. The full list of new CMPs can be found on the website.
Established in 1985, the mission of the CMP program is to elevate and enhance the professionalism of the meetings, conventions, exhibitions and events industry and the dedicated individuals who are responsible for meeting management. Demand for this designation continues to increase as both employers and meeting professionals recognize the high standards of knowledge and professionalism it embodies. Since its inception, the CMP designation has been earned by more than 14,000 individuals in 51 countries and territories worldwide.
The next CMP exam window is scheduled for January 23-February 1, 2014. Additional information on the CMP and the Convention Industry Council process can be found at http://www.conventionindustry.org/.
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Why is the Manual being updated updated? Like any professional publication, the CIC Manual receives periodic updates to keep it current. The CIC Manual uses the CMP International Standards as the benchmark for currency in professional practice in the meetings industry. The CMP-IS is the body of knowledge on which the exam is based. In 2012, the CMP International Standards (CMP-IS) were updated. The changes to the CMP-IS have been incorporated into the CMP exam since July 2012. The Manual is being updated to reflect the changes to the CMP-IS. What will be updated in the 9th Edition? CIC has updated both the CMP exam as well as the Manual to ensure that it is more internationally focused. In addition, the CIC Manual and the CIC International Manual were combined in the 9th Edition. The 9th Edition is also now organized to follow the 10 domains in the CMP-IS. So now, for instance, the first chapter is about "Strategic Planning," which is the first of the 10 domains. Finally, CIC will be offering both a print and eBook version of the Manual. This will be the first time the Manual will be available in eBook format. These changes all reflect recommendations from diverse sets of focus groups including CMPs, recent candidates, international CMPs and those involved in facilitating structured exam preparation groups.
Who contributed to the 9th Edition of the Manual? CIC asked an international group of subject matter experts from each of the 10 domains and 30 sub-domains to lend their knowledge to the rewriting of the Manual. A total of 51 content experts lent their time and expertise to ensuring that the text reflected current and best practices for each domain area. A second group of content experts reviewed the text to ensure that all areas of a certain subject were covered.
If a candidate has already bought the 8th Edition to study for the CMP, does she/he now have to buy the 9th Edition too? No. Even though the 9th Edition is being rewritten and restructured to reflect changes to the CMP-IS and current practices, the CMP Board reviewed the 8th Edition and International manual and determined that they are adequate for study against the CMP International Standards. Candidates who already have the 8th Edition may be concerned whether the exam will "change overnight" when the 9thedition is released. The CMP examination is under constant development and is always evolving. CIC and our testing partner Prometric carefully manage this process according to certification best practices in order to ensure a valid, fair, psychometrically sound exam. Questions written with CIC 9th as the reference will evolve over time. Candidates who have already purchased CIC Manual 8th Edition or International Manual 1st Edition or 9th Edition, can continue to use them during 2014. What do candidates who haven’t bought the Manual yet do? Candidates who have not bought the Manual yet should, in the simplest terms, use the newest version of the Manual CIC offers for sale when they are ready to begin exam preparation – whether that is the 8th or 9th Edition. CIC and our testing partner Prometric carefully manage all parts of the examination development process, including the evolution of test items and when they are introduced into the exam. How will the Manual help candidates prepare for the CMP exam? As a CMP, you know that the exam is an experience-based exam designed to test applied knowledge not a candidate’s ability to memorize. This means candidates need practical experience in the meeting management field to be successful on the CMP exam. The Manual will help them understand the body of knowledge and current and best practices, particularly any domains where they don’t have direct experience. CIC highly recommends they start your study regime by reviewing the CMP-IS and making an assessment of their experience in each of the 10 domains. The enhancements to the 9th Edition listed above will facilitate this. How else can candidates increase their chances of being successful on the CMP exam? Besides the CIC Manual, it is also suggested that candidates use the APEX Glossary and the Professional Meeting Management 5th Edition. Although not required, the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) CMP® Online Prep™ Course has been endorsed by CIC as the only official Online Course for the CMP exam. Finally, many people find study groups helpful. To find a study group, candidates should visit the MPI website. How will people know when the updated Manual is available? CIC will release that information on our website and through our normal communication methods including CMP Today, Pathway and our social media channels. |
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Earlier this year, PCMA opened a search for 20 young professionals (defined as those who have not yet reached 30 years of age), who were already establishing themselves as emerging leaders in the meetings industry. And among this talented group of young professionals are two CMPs – Astrid Schrier, CMP and Leslie Wong, CMP.
According to a statement from PCMA president and CEO Deborah Sexton, "Too often great leadership isn’t recognized until the latter portion of careers. '20 in their Twenties' allowed PCMA to engage and acknowledge a talented group of young professionals for their skills and provide incentive for them to lead our industry into the future." These young professionals will be honored at PCMA's Convening Leaders in Boston, January 12-15, 2014. For more information on the honor, please visit the PCMA website. Here is the entire list of the inaugural class of "20 in Their Twenties" honorees:
Congratulations, again, to Astrid Schrier, CMP and Leslie Wong, CMP! |
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ESPA 2014 Annual Conference PCMA Convening Leaders |
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Katrina Aceves, CMP, is now the Director of Client Services with the Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board. She was previously the National Events Manager for the American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO).
Kenita Hidalgo, CMP, was named Vice President of Events & Marketing at Gladstein, Neandross & Associates in Santa Monica, CA. Jessica M. Lamb, CMP, is now Business Networks Manager at Young President's Organization (YPO-WPO). She was previously the Meeting & Events Manager for TIMI Study Group at Brigham & Women's Hospital in Boston, MA. Teresa Matamoros, CMP, CIS, has started her own company, Meetings Partners, representing some of Mexico’s best suppliers for the meetings industry. Teresa previously served as Director of Corporate Meetings and Incentives for the Mexico Tourism Board. Corey Mosher, CMP, recently accepted a position, Sr. Physician Education Specialist, at Medtronic in Minneapolis, MN. Virginia Quintero Rosell, CMP, CMM, is Director, Events and Convening at Catholic Charities USA. Sara Scher, CMP, will be the Senior Manager, running the Special Events Sales Department for Legends for the new San Francisco 49ers' Levi's Stadium starting January 13. She was previously a Special Events Sales Manager for AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys. Stephanie Szurek, CMP, recently started a new position as Senior Manager of Meetings & Events at the American Alliance of Museums in Washington, D.C. Candace Walker, CMP, CMM, is retiring at the end of 2013, after 28 years as a non-profit association meeting professional in Madison, Wisconsin. She was most recently with the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts for 11 years and previously with Credit Union Executives Society for 10 years. Make an awesome career move? Let us help you celebrate! Send the details of your latest career triumph to cmptoday@conventionindustry.org. And while you're at it, be sure to log into www.conventionindustry.org and update your official CMP record. |
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