Volunteer Center

Volunteering with Meeting Professionals International offers numerous benefits, including expanding your professional network, enhancing leadership skills, and making a positive impact on the meetings and events industry.

 

 

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International Volunteers

Open September 15 - October 20.
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News

October Volunteer Spotlight: Carolyn Browning

"I volunteer because giving back to MPI reminds me why our community is so special. Through CMAC, I’ve seen the impact we can make together, and collaborating with dedicated peers continues to inspire me and strengthen my commitment to supporting chapter leaders."

- Carolyn Browning, CMP, CMM, HMCC, Member, Chapter & Membership Advisory Board; from MPI Connecticut River Valley Chapter

 

 

September Volunteer Spotlight: Nicole Coon

"I volunteer because I love creating impact while continuing to learn and grow. The Chapter Member Advisory Council (CMAC) gives me the chance to share ideas, gain new perspectives, and collaborate with amazing peers. The momentum of this work reminds me why giving back is so rewarding."

- Nicole Coon, CMP, Member, Chapter & Membership Advisory Board; from MPI Minnesota Chapter


Volunteer-Pathway
Your Volunteer Guide 
Do you want to volunteer? Where do you fit in? Learn more about how you can become a volunteer at MPI.

       Find Your Volunteer Pathway      


Volunteer Training 
Training the volunteer community in the core principles of our association. A commitment to inclusivity and diversity.
  

       Volunteer Training Sessions      

 

2025 International Volunteer Opportunities

Our volunteer opportunities range from high-level strategic planning to campaigning and fundraising for MPI Foundation. 

 


Committees

Councils, committees, and task forces are annually authorized by the chair of the International Board of Directors and MPI's president and CEO to provide critical industry insights and fulfill key governance roles for MPI Global.

Committees

MPI Foundation Committees
These councils work with members of their regional community to fundraise and develop programs in support of the MPI Foundation and are governed by the Global Board of Trustees.

Foundation Committees

Advisory Boards

The Advisory Boards have been commissioned by MPI Staff with their objectives to reflect the needs identified by specific business units.

Advisory Boards

International Board of Directors & Global Board of Trustees

The board of directors, comprising distinguished leaders from across the meetings, entertainment, and event industries, provides strategic oversight and guidance in shaping MPI’s organizational planning and directives.

View Boards

Chapter Volunteer Opportunities

Members can begin their volunteer work in their local chapter or region. By working collaboratively on your local chapter’s activities, you will create life-long relationships with peers who have a common interest in the meetings and events industry.   To learn more about your local chapter’s volunteer opportunities, find your chapter on the MPI chapter directory. 

  • Ad-hoc volunteer:  Working on a one-time, clearly defined task without long-term commitment (ex. monitoring registration, table host)
  • Committee member: Working on a segment of chapter tasks (ex. membership, communications, special events)
  • Committee chair:  Leading a group of volunteers that are working on a segment of chapter tasks 
  • Board member:   providing Strategic oversight of a segment of committees (ex. finance, marketing/communications)
CHAPTER DIRECTORY