At MPI's newly designed Business Exchange (Hosted Buyer) Program, you will not only meet one-on-one with supplier partners who want to make your events amazing, you will experience WEC Vegas like a true VIP! Additionally, take part in the premier education and networking that WEC is known for. All you need to do is apply!
With the perfect blend of business meetings and experiential opportunities, you will leave WEC Vegas will all the tools needed to make your next event a true success!
Planners applying for this program should meet the minimum requirements listed below, in order of importance:
- National scope of work, planning events in a minimum of 2 of the five (5) major US regions (Northwest, Northeast, Midwest, Southwest, Southeast)
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience planning large-scale meetings and events
- Future programs listed in application must not be contracted at the time of submission
- Have active business/events that you are currently sourcing
Important dates to keep in mind:
Early Bird Application Deadline March 21, 2021
Early Bird Notification of Application Status Begins April 5, 2021
*Applications received after March 21, 2021 will be evaluated on an as-needed basis.
Exclusive education and face-to-face connections await you at MPI's European Meetings & Events Conference.
You can look forward to complimentary education, meeting colleagues to network and learn, and draw inspiration from your surroundings.
Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and Koventum are proud to present the European Education Exchange.
Are you a senior level, 10+ years, CMM/CMP and manages a team?
The Thought Leaders Summit is an invite only opportunity designed exclusively for established leaders in the industry. Participants engage in executive-level education powered by the MPI Academy and become a part of landmark outcomes in event and meeting planning. Program includes up to 10 hours of EIC compliant education and participation in research project, funded through a grant from the MPI Foundation, Expectations.

Free and flexible flights and accommodations are standard-and you'll experience VIP treatment before, during and after the show. There's no catch-you just need to meet the IMEX qualifying criteria of regularly planning or commissioning large-scale events around the world.

IMEX takes place at Messe Frankfurt, one of the world’s largest, most modern and connected venues, in the heart of Europe.
Home to 250-plus events each year, with 11,500 hotel rooms within walking distance – and just 20 minutes from Frankfurt airport by car or public transport, Messe Frankfurt is a world-class venue for a world-class event.
Join suppliers, planners and other professionals in a totally new digital Hosted Buyer experience as we chart a course for a dynamic recovery in 2021.