Movers and Shakers

Catch up on the latest MPI Toronto Blog postings!

MPI Toronto Blog: "The power of being part of a community"

Check out Jennifer Pelletier’s article all about contributing back to the community! Click here to start reading!

MPI Toronto Blog: "Time to RE-THINK your meeting"

 

Tired of the "same-old same-old"? Meetings becoming routine? If so, check out the new blog post by Shawn Cheng! Prepare to RE-THINK your meetings!

Read more: Click here

 

The Metro Toronto Convention Centre appoints Ron Pellerine as general manager
The Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ron Pellerine to the position of general manager. Pellerine joined the MTCC team on Sept. 16 after serving as general manager at the Shangri-La Hotel, Toronto. With more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Pellerine has worked internationally in the U.S., Europe and Asia and brings extensive experience in all aspects of facility operations. Prior to the Shangri-La Hotel, Toronto, he held the position of general manager at the Langham, Boston and the Chelsea Hotel in Toronto, where he oversaw Canada’s largest hotel. For more information, contact Melanie Wade, social media and communications specialist, at mwade@mtccc.com.

NFBE and SCCN welcome two new account directors
Niagara Falls Business Events (NFBE) and Scotiabank Convention Centre (SCCN) are pleased to welcome Sonja Turek and Amanda Munroe to their team of account directors. Turek brings more than 20 years of experience working with some of today’s leading brands, such as Tourism Toronto and Xerox Canada. Well-known to industry and meeting professionals across the country, Turek is excited to expand the destination’s client base in the corporate market. Munroe takes on her new role after three years at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa, where she focused on the association market. With more than 15 years of sales experience, Munroe will continue to serve this market and maintain her commitment to the highest standards in customer service. For more information, contact Judy Mahoney, vice president sales & marketing, at jmahoney@fallsconventions.com.