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MPI Mexico Chapter: RISE Award, Marketplace Excellence
Rich Luna
Tips & Advice
Taking Care of YOU
The Independent Planners Collective
Planning, Connecting and Adjusting Your Lifestyle During a Pandemic
Blair Potter
Surveys: Industry Sentiment and Recovery Timing
Michael Pinchera
Travel the ‘Road to Recovery’ at WEC Grapevine
Rich Luna
Beaten Down but Eyeing Innovation
Michael Pinchera
Tips & Advice
Budgeting for Uncertainty - The Pandemic Edition
Many of us have never experienced a global economic meltdown quite like this before, so how can we possibly make a budget without knowing what will come next?
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Industry News
MPI Potomac Chapter: RISE Award, Industry Advocate
“It is very hard to appeal to all members when a large portion of them are not represented and cannot ‘see’ themselves have a seat at the table. To make change, it starts with admitting there is a need for change.”
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Tips & Advice
Transform the Virtual Event Experience by Hiring Celebrity Talent
A successful virtual celebrity performance must take advantage of the intimacy that the virtual medium provides.
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Industry News
What is your stay-at-home comfort food?
“Grilling chicken, steaks and vegetables allows me to eat healthy while getting fresh air, sunshine and a change of scenery!”
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Industry News
As Uncertainty Grows, Are You Prepared?
Findings from the latest Meetings Outlook survey reveal the shifting impacts from economic and political uncertainty as well as how prepared meeting professionals are for dealing with social unrest onsite.
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Trends
The Fight to End Human Trafficking Continues at WEC
A group of MPI members has created a resource page designed to educate and raise awareness within the meeting and event industry about human trafficking.
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Trends
COVID-19’s Impact on Human Trafficking
COVID-19 has shifted the focus of traffickers to the youths who attend school virtually and connect with each other online, where techniques using social media are in place to recruit potential victims.
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Tips & Advice
Maximize Your MPI Benefits - There’s a Community Waiting for You
As a founding member of the Association Planners Advisory Board, I can tell you firsthand that belonging to this niche community is as rewarding and beneficial as global membership and chapter leadership.
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Industry News
She Will Rise: Empowerment and Self-care for Women During a Pandemic
COVID-19 has lifted the rug once again on global gender inequality, as women pivot in a pandemic that disproportionately impacts them, according to data gathered by the World Economic Forum.
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Industry News
MPI Caribe Mexicano Chapter: RISE Award, Membership Achievement
“Being that this is a new and small chapter means that potential members are more likely to become part of our MPI family.”
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Trends
Creating PlanetIMEX: Teamwork and an Amazing Learning Curve
PlanetIMEX had an attendance of 12,000+ for the various educational events.
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Industry News
What is the biggest trend you're seeing due to COVID-19?
“Having to learn how to plan virtual meetings has consumed us, while still trying to provide a personal touch has been hard.”
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Industry News
Rebuild Trust and Assess Risk with New Events Industry Council Guide
The Events Industry Council (EIC) has just released the Meeting and Event Design Accepted Practices Guide.
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Industry News
Until We Meet F2F Again, Let’s Collaborate Creatively
We can’t wait to safely meet in person again, but in the meantime, let’s get creative, virtually, and foster that connection we are all yearning for by drawing!
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