All Chapters have general liability insurance included in Chapter Shared Services (for complete details, visit CLRP > Finance > Insurance). However, this coverage may not extend to programs or activations involving higher-risk activities. 

If your Chapter’s event includes activities that could pose additional liability, consider whether attendees should sign a release or waiver to participate. Providing the waiver in advance allows attendees to review it before registering or attending. 

While MPI does not provide waiver templates, Chapters may wish to consult with local legal counsel to create a release form tailored to their needs. 

Is there an MPI member who inspires you? Has your Chapter/Club led the way and shown amazing leadership, impact or innovation?  

Nomination Deadline: November 10, 2025, 11:59pm CST. Application links will be sent directly to nominees once their nomination is received. This year's application deadline is December 10, 2024, 11:59pm CST. 

Please note that, as per the MPI Brand Guide, all Chapters/Clubs must adhere to the official Chapter/Club name format for all documents and communications. 

Example: MPI Great Lakes Chapter should be the only format used. MPI Great Lakes, MPI GL Chapter, GL Chapter, Great Lakes Chapter, MPI GLC, MPIGL, MPIGLC and/or any other variation of an abbreviated format must be avoided. This applies to all documents and communication created at the Chapter/Club level. 

You can find more information about this and other important brand guidelines in the CLRP > Marketing & Communication > Marketing Resources > MPI Brand Guide_7_rev4-12-21 (8.0 MPI Chapters > Chapter Names on Page 50) 

As per the MPI Chapter Policy Manual, Article VIII Communications, Section 1. Brand Standards and Trademarks, Item 1.1 All Chapters must adhere to the MPI Chapter Logo and MPI Brand Guide documents provided. 

Also, from the MPI Chapter Policy Manual, Article IX Miscellaneous, Section 3. Non-Compliance, Item 3.1 Chapters may not be eligible for annual Chapter performance awards and metrics incentive if they are not compliant with the MPI Chapter Bylaws and the MPI Chapter Policy Manual. 

As you begin to build your budget for FY2026, consider if your Chapter/Club needs to obtain music licenses. 

In the United States, if you are playing music that is protected by copyright for public consumption, a music license is required. This includes playing pre-event music (live or pre-recorded), walk on music during events and entertainment (bands, DJs, etc.). The organization benefitting from the works being played is the responsible party for obtaining the license (not the vendor or band actually playing the works).  

There are three main performing rights organizations - ASCAP, BMI and SESAC. Each covers different "books" of creators, so many organizations choose to seek licenses from all three organizations to avoid limiting the works plaid to just one organization's catalog of covered works.  

For more information, visit:  
www.ascap.com 
www.bmi.com 
www.sesac.com 

In Canada, SOCAN (Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada) and Re:Sound fees are also due when recorded music is played at events with and without dancing. The fees are based on the number of guests and are typically paid by the business/service provider playing the music (AV companies, DJs, restaurants, etc.) but sometimes must be paid by the company producing/planning the event. 

SOCAN represents songwriters, composers, and music publishers. 

Re:Sound represents artists and record companies. 

Anti-Human Trafficking Takes Center Stage at CNIR Conference in Puebla, MX 

On September 25, Rafa Hernandez (MPI Mexico Chapter) and Jennifer Berkemeier (MPI Michigan Chapter) joined together on the stage at the XXXI CNIR Conference in Puebla, Mexico, for an important conversation on human trafficking in our industry. Thanks to Rafa, who spearheaded this effort, our LATAM members (and beyond) learned facts, heard stories, and received tips and action items for how to effectively raise awareness of this crime in their Chapters/Clubs and workplaces. Please continue to raise your voice and share information on AHT at every opportunity; every conversation matters!   

Chapter Action Starts Here: An Ask Me Anything Session Recording Now Available 

If you weren't able to attend the AHT Committee’s, Ask Me Anything session on September 30, the recording is available. You can view the recording here.  

The Events Industry Council has announced that it will be taking over GMID which will take place on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, as per this news release.

Please make sure to update your 18-month event/communication calendars and take this into account when developing your FY2026 Strategic Business Plans. 

November All Hands Call  

IMEX2025 Online Silent Auction

Everyone can participate in the IMEX2025 Online Silent Auction to support the MPI Foundation! Close to 100 items to consider and all proceeds benefit the MPI Foundation. Please share this link TODAY with your chapter members, family and friends.

Planning ahead for 2026 – what are your go-to ideas for simple fundraising at the Chapter level? 

Respond here!