CMP Today - November 30, 2018

Chair's corner

Stories of inspiration are all around us if we take the time to look

In·spire

Verb

1. Fill (someone) with the urge or ability to do or feel
something, especially to do something creative.

People are inspired by many different things whether it’s a
person, place or thing. I have had the opportunity in the past week to be
inspired by all three while participating in the CMP Governance Commission fall
meeting and the CMP Conclave in Birmingham, AL. I am constantly inspired by the dedication and volunteerism
of the professionals in our industry. This was the final meeting of our CMP
commission for the year. Although a few people were unable to make the trip,
they still participated virtually in the full day meeting. The dedication of
these individuals to contribute to the future of the CMP is motivating.

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Events and Programmes

Events Industry Council’s 2018 Global Economic Significance Study shows more than 1 Trillion (USD) in direct spending for business events

The Events Industry Council’s study on the global economic significance
of business events, conducted by Oxford Economics, is unprecedented research
that could only be accomplished through the collaborative efforts of the public
and private sectors to qualify the value, influence and impact that business
events have throughout the world. It further enables this dynamic industry to
benchmark its current contributions and track its future growth.

The data in this study provides a clear and
credible statistical base on which to gain recognition for this vast and diverse
industry as a vital economic driver and clearly articulates the downstream
effect on other industries and the people who work in them. Anyone who reads
this report will better understand the economic significance as well as the
depth and breadth of the global business events industry.

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Events and programmes

CMP perspective: Another successful CMP Conclave

By Corbin Ailer, CMP

Another dynamic, educational CMP Conclave is in the books – this year from historic Birmingham, Ala! CMPs from 37 states, as well as Mexico, Taiwan, and Denmark arrived ready to learn and network in the Magic City.

The educational content was engaging and energising over the three-day conference, which helped us elevate expectations of ourselves professionally and personally. Patrick Henry, CSP, serenaded us with his wit and his message of how to make our events "Re-Memorable." Sylvie di Giusto, CSP, guided us through how first impressions can help or hinder us, and how to make positive changes. Closing speaker Ben Nemtin shared his inspiring story of an off-the-cuff bucket list of 100 items between a small group of friends that turned into a global movement of millions – a movement that asks, "What do you want to do before you die?"

Visit https://insights.eventscouncil.org/Full-Article/ArtMID/398/ArticleID/1447/CMP-Perspective-Another-Successful-CMP-Conclave to view the full article online.

Join the Events Industry Council at Association Forum’s 2018 Holiday Showcase

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Join us for our Sustainable Event Professional Certificate (SEPC)

Combining active learning and experiential elements, this programme is designed to enable participants to implement their own sustainable events. Topics will include understanding the business value of sustainability for the events industry; practical solutions for improving your environmental performance in areas such as food and beverage, transportation and supply chain management; and effective methods for achieving corporate social responsibility goals. As part of the programme, the participants will customise a roadmap for their own sustainable event.

Upcoming Dates:

20-22 February 2019 in Bangkok, Thailand

28-30 March 2019 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco

The Events Industry Council thanks the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau, the Premier Development Partner of the SEPC programme.

Visit https://www.eventscouncil.org/Sustainability/SEPC to view the full article online.

Meetings on Island Time

Mix work and play in Galveston Island, Texas. Ultramodern meeting facilities and exhibition spaces? Yep. Exceptional off-site event venues? Of course. A charming historic district filled with attractions and activities? Definitely. And the bonus that sets Galveston apart—easy access to beautiful stretches of coastline along the Gulf of Mexico.

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CMPs in the news

Congratulations to the November 2018 class of CMP designees

The Events Industry Council recently announced 175 individuals passed the latest Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) exam, and two individuals passed the additional examination to receive their Certified Meeting Professional-Health Care (CMP-HC) designation. This distinguished credential, recognised throughout the events industry, demonstrates an individual’s comprehensive knowledge of meeting management, as well as a commitment to the professional.

Visit https://www.eventscouncil.org/Portals/0/EIC Documents/Press Releases/November 2018 New CMPs and CMP-HCs.pdf to view the full article online.

SITE Announces 2019 International Board of Directors and Foundation Trustees

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Two CMPS join 2019 FICP leadership

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Lessons in leadership

Stories of inspiration: Sathya Darshan Chinni, CMP, discusses the burgeoning events industry in India

Sathya Darshan Chinni is a really unique kind of leader in
the events industry. Chinni is one of two CMPs in India, and is at the
forefront of creating more event opportunities there. The 34-year-old has
10-plus years of experience in event planning, and is currently the vice president
of event planning and strategy at Eventures India.

CMP Today sat down
with Chinni to ask him about the evolving events industry in India, his hopes
for the future and the challenges of being one of the few CMPs in his country.

Visit https://insights.eventscouncil.org/Full-Article/ArtMID/398/ArticleID/1448/Sathya-Darshan-Chinni-CMP-On-The-Growing-Events-Industry-in-India to view the full article online.

Access our resources

A slice of risk assessment for food donations

By Charles Schlagenhauf

Director of Operations, Centerplate at the Baltimore Convention Center

CMPs
are in a position to drive food donations to their local community, and it is
important to not let this opportunity go to "waste." This is becoming
particularly important as the industry shifts towards more sustainable
initiatives. Your food service companies may say they can’t donate food because
of liability. This should never be the case, and let me tell you why.

Visit https://insights.eventscouncil.org/Full-Article/ArtMID/398/ArticleID/1446/A-Slice-of-Risk-Assessment-for-Food-Donations to view the full article online.

How ALA Automated Logistics Management for Their Annual Conference

ALA, along with other major organizations like ADA, WVC, MLA, and AAAnthro, have been in the process of Beta Testing the Logistics Module for the past year and a half so that it is ready for use by all meeting organizers in 2019. One organization calculated over 40 hours of labor saved after using the system

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