Congratulations to the FY2023-2024 Chapters of Excellence, Top Performing Chapters, and Merit Award Winners!

Chapters of Excellence: MPI Atlantic Canada Chapter, MPI Connecticut River Valley Chapter, MPI Georgia Chapter, MPI Greater New York Chapter, MPI Heartland Chapter, MPI Indiana Chapter, MPI Michigan Chapter, MPI Middle Pennsylvania Chapter, MPI New Jersey Chapter, MPI Oregon Chapter, MPI Ottawa Chapter, MPI Pittsburgh Chapter, MPI South Florida Chapter, MPI St. Louis Area Chapter, MPI Upstate New York Chapter, and MPI Washington State Chapter 

Top Performing Chapters: MPI Dallas Fort Worth Chapter, MPI Greater Orlando Chapter, MPI Gulf States Chapter, MPI Japan Chapter, MPI Kansas City Chapter, MPI New England Chapter, MPI Oklahoma Chapter, MPI Philadelphia Chapter, MPI Potomac Chapter, MPI Rocky Mountain Chapter, MPI Sacramento Sierra Nevada Chapter, and MPI San Diego Chapter 

Merit Awards: 
Member Satisfaction (100%) – MPI Gulf States Chapter, MPI Poland Chapter and MPI Upstate New York Chapter 
Non-student Retention (86.79%) – MPI Connecticut River Valley Chapter 
Non-student Net Member Growth (60.80%) – MPI Atlantic Canada Chapter 
Highest Education Satisfaction (5) – MPI New Mexico Chapter 
Highest Net Profit (77.87%) – MPI France-Switzerland Chapter 

President’s Dinner at WEC St. Louis

The current (FY2025) President of each Chapter and Club will be invited to attend the President's Dinner at WEC St. Louis in June with a complimentary ticket. Be on the lookout for a special invite which was first sent on Thursday, May 8.  Should any other Chapter and Club members want to purchase a ticket to attend, more details will be coming soon. Complimentary tickets are non-transferable. 

WEC Chapter Challenge – Only 4 Weeks to Go!

With only 4 weeks to go until we close the submission form (June 8, 2025) for the 2025 Chapter Challenge, now it is the time to share how you are promoting WEC 2025. Information about his year’s WEC Chapter Challenge and the WEC Chapter Toolkit are available in the CLRP > Chapter Toolkits > Monthly Toolkits. Submit each and every way you promoted WEC by using the online form.  The more entries submitted by a Chapter, the greater the odds of winning the Grand Prize. 

Chapters that have already entered the Challenge include: MPI Aloha Chapter, MPI Arizona Chapter, MPI Gulf States Chapter, MPI Heartland Chapter, MPI Indiana Chapter, MPI Kansas City Chapter, MPI Michigan Chapter, MPI North Florida Chapter, MPI Northern California Chapter, MPI Potomac Chapter, MPI St. Louis Area Chapter, MPI United Kingdom & Ireland Chapter, and MPI Wisconsin Chapter. 

How to Deliver Tough Feedback with Grace

Don’t avoid the hard stuff! Check out this article exploring how you can give negative feedback in a way that feels constructive, not critical. How to Deliver Negative Feedback | Associations Now. 

Governance Reminder – MPI Chapter Bylaws and MPI Chapter Policy Manual

Please note the Chapter-specific versions of your MPI Chapter Bylaws and MPI Chapter Policy Manual must be available to your members and posted on your Chapter’s website for quick reference and access. A good place to post the links to both documents is at the bottom of your Chapter’s home page. 

Do you have an event coming up? Make the most of it by running a membership promotion with your annual discount code.

All chapters and clubs can request one membership discount code per calendar year to help recruit new members. The code is for 20% off new Preferred or Premier level memberships and is good for 30 days. Make the most of this opportunity by planning a membership promotion around an upcoming Chapter/Club event. For more information, view the Annual Chapter and Club Membership Campaign resource under Membership Documents > Member Recruitment on the CLRP. You can request your code from Member Services at feedback@mpi.org.

Encourage Your New Members to Attend an MPI Global Member Orientation Session

Does your chapter offer a member orientation? If you do not offer new members a monthly orientation you should encourage your new members to join the MPI Global New Member Orientation. By attending orientation, your new members will be able to engage with other MPI Members worldwide and learn about all of the opportunities for them to advance their knowledge and connections across MPI.

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New members, be sure to register for this 45-minute webinar with MPI Global! You’ll learn all about the benefits available to you - beyond what is offered through our Chapter - and how to utilize them to accomplish your unique goals.   

All sessions take place on Zoom at 10:00am-10:45am, CDT.  

Friday, May 23, 2025 - REGISTER 

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 - REGISTER 
 

Membership Update

Event & Marketing Automation Project

If you were not able to attend the All Hands Call on April 17, the Cvent project recording is now available. You can listen to the recording here. 

For Chapters currently in a Cvent contract, a representative from Cvent will reach out directly to each Chapter to discuss next steps with you. If your Chapter does not have a contract, you should have received a short survey from your Chapter Operations Team Member to gather details about your current platform and potential timing for transitioning to Cvent.  Please complete the survey by May 15th.  

The updated FAQ can be found on the CLRP > Office of the President > Event & Marketing Automation.

QuickBooks Online Invoicing

QuickBooks Online Payment Information

If your Chapter changes the payment on your QuickBooks online account, please notify your Regional Operations Manager so the MPI Finance Department can change it back to the corporate card when the charges you want sent to your Chapter card are complete. If the payment is changed without notifying your ROM, your Chapter could be charged twice for QBO – once by default from Intuit and again on your Chapter Rebate Statement. If you have any questions, let your ROM know.

Check your inbox for an email from your AHT Ambassador!

Human trafficking is a global crisis—and MPI Chapters have the power to make a difference. In 2025, every Chapter must launch a new anti-human trafficking awareness initiative to meet compliance and drive change. Not sure where to start? Our Anti-Human Trafficking Committee and your AHT Ambassador are standing by with tools, ideas, and expert support. In fact – check your inbox for an email from your Chapter Ambassador; emails have been sent out.  We are here to support you; let’s move from awareness to action and be a force for prevention in every corner of our industry.  Questions about your Ambassador or can’t locate your email?  Please contact Ambassador lead Kristen Porchia:  kristen.porchia@hilton.com 

MPI Top Speakers Database

Thank you to the MPI Greater Orlando Chapter, MPI Georgia Chapter, and MPI Chicago Area Chapter for the most recent recommendations to the Top Speakers Database! Be sure to check out the database on the CLRP > Education Forms and Documents > Top Speakers at MPI Chapters – List of Speakers. 

If you’ve had a great speaker at a Chapter/Club event recently, consider recommending them to other Chapters/Clubs using the form found here: CLRP > Top Speakers at MPI Chapters – Recommendation Form. 

EIC Updates

During the April 17 All Hands Call, EIC staff shared key updates on the CMP International Standards, Exam and Preferred Provider Program. 

If you weren’t able to attend, you can listen to the recording here.   
 

Register Today for Upcoming Events!

WEC 2025 St. Louis Volunteer Chapter Leader Discount Registration  
All Volunteer Chapter Leaders, Chapter Administrators, and Regional Council members are eligible for discounted registration. You must be a member in good standing at the time of registration.      

WEC 2025 St. Louis Discounted Rates:      
    •    Planner Member = $729   
    •    Supplier Member = $1,129      


Use this link to access the leader discount: Register Online Today!     

Sitefinity Training   
Training will be held for Chapter/Club website administrators or anyone who is making updates to the Chapter/Club website. Learn tips to be more efficient, tactics to help engage your audience, and best practices to save you time. Plus, a Q&A with MPI's IT team so bring any issues you need assistance with.   

June 26 at 10:00am, CDT - Register here   

QuickBooks Online Training – Budgeting 
This session will provide general guidance on how to use QuickBooks Online for Budgeting, share best practices, and answer any specific questions you may have. Bring your questions! Open to any Volunteer Chapter Leader or Chapter Administrator who uses QuickBooks Online at an MPI Chapter.  

July 31 at 11:00am, CDT – Register here 

Chapter Leadership Summit 2025 - Save the Date  
All FY2026 Volunteer Chapter Leaders and Chapter Administrators will be invited to attend the virtual Chapter Leadership Summit taking place Thursday, September 11, 2025.  Please mark your calendars now and include this date in your Nomination Process to ensure new board members attend this important training session. Complete details will be shared as they are finalized in the Chapter Leader Newsletter. 

Receptions and Meet-ups at WEC St. Louis

Need assistance selecting a location for your Chapter/Club reception or meet-up during WEC in St. Louis? If you are planning to schedule Chapter/Club meet-ups/receptions/etc., please do so on Thursday, June 19, between 5:30pm and 7:00pm, CDT   

Please contact Darian Jenkins with Explore St. Louis at DJenkins@explorestlouis.com or 314-992-0621.   

Regional Council Meet-ups

Regional Council Meet-ups will take place on Thursday, June 19. The following Regional Councils invite their members to stop by and connect:  View the complete list.

• Canada Regional Council – Idol Wolf at the 21c Museum Hotel
• Pacific US Regional Council – America's Center, Room 126
• Southeast US Regional Council – Tin Roof Restaurant
• Southwest US Regional Council – America's Center, Room 121/122 (Chapter Leader Lounge) 

WEC 2025 Chapter Leader Lounge

We’re excited to welcome you to the Chapter Leader Lounge, sponsored by Visit Aurora, at WEC 2025 in St. Louis, where you’ll enjoy special programming and gatherings just for Volunteer Chapter Leaders. Make sure these sessions are on your calendar!  

• Wednesday, June 18, 3:00pm-4:00pm, CDT, Volunteer Chapter Leader Reception
• Thursday, June 19, 8:00am-8:45am, CDT, Navigating the Volunteer Lifecyle: From Enthusiasm to Fatigue and Back Again
• Thursday, June 19, 10:20am-10:45am, CDT, Stronger Together: Unlocking the Power of Regional Collaboration
• Friday, June 20, 10:20am-10:45am, CDT, From Conflict to Clarity - Fostering a Culture of Collaboration and Mutual Respect
• Friday, June 20, 4:00pm-4:30pm, CDT, Do I Need a Motion for That?

View the full Chapter Leader Lounge schedule on the WEC agenda by filtering the Learning Track for Chapter Leaders. 

MPI Foundation Updates for MAY

CHAPTER CHAMPION AWARD 2025 – Thank you to Chapters who submitted for the Chapter Champion Award. We are looking forward to celebrating all Chapters and our winner at WEC.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES TO SHARE WITH MEMBERS: https://www.mpi.org/foundation/get-help/scholarships  

Take special note of the following opportunities:  

Available NOW - MPI Academy Scholarship offering currently available through Discover Puerto Rico.  

Available starting MAY 12, 2025 - Membership Scholarships for students and planners (US, Canada, LATAM) supported by Hilton. 

IMPORTANT UPDATE ABOUT SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS 

Feedback is always essential to know what we are doing right and where we can improve. We heard you and are happy to announce that changes are coming to make applying for scholarships and grants easier. Please share this note with your Chapter/Club members (along with the scholarship link above): 

MPI Foundation will be moving to a new application platform for scholarships and grants in May! The new portal will make the application process much easier. You will be required to securely sign in with a new ID. Please bookmark https://bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com/apply/applications to access and return to your applications and add noreply@yourcause.com to your safe senders email list. You may want to download any previous applications and reports prior to August 25, 2025.  Questions? Contact us at mpifoundation@mpi.org.  
 

UPDATE ON CHAPTER PLEDGE LETTERS 

Thank you to the Chapters who have sent in their 2025 pledge letters. We have a few more to come in and remember it’s never too late to support the MPI Foundation. Send completed Pledge letter to me as soon as you can: stonehouse@bellnet.ca. Need Help? Let me know. 

Global Board of Trustees (GBOT) Support 

Are you interested in learning more about the bigger MPI Foundation picture? We (the GBOT) are dedicated MPI Volunteers just like you and we can participate in a virtual presentation (or in person if we can) to your Board or Chapter. Please contact Darlene Kelly-Stewart at stonehouse@bellnet.ca.

One last thing, thank you for your ongoing support for the MPI Foundation. Every time you share these opportunities with your Chapter/Club members and with every donation we receive from your Chapter, you are making a difference. Members supporting members.