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MPI Chapter Leader Newsletter

June 2026

June 18

Message from the staff

Thank you to all of our Chapter President's for your hard work and dedication. Enjoy the video shared during the President's Dinner at WEC 2026. 

Leadership and Engagement

Action Requested: US ONLY - IRS Chapter Contact Update

ALL US-based Chapters, please check your Chapter’s record in the IRS business master filed at this link: Exempt Organizations Business Master File Extract (EO BMF) | Internal Revenue Service. This is updated monthly. They are broken out by state, however if you scroll down, you can also pull the file by region. 

Confirm that your “In Care Of” or ICO information is correct. If it is incorrect, you will need to update your contact details using this form.

Please make updates as soon as possible if necessary.  

If you have any questions, please contact your Chapter Operations Team member.  

WEC Chapter Challenge Winners

Congratulations to the WEC Chapter Challenge winners! We had over 450 submissions from 41 Chapters and everybody’s efforts made WEC San Antonio a great success. Certificates/codes will be issued in the coming weeks and sent to the winning Chapters as they become available. 

1st Draw – MPI Greater New York Chapter (1 x 20% Membership Certificate  +  1 x WEC 2027 Registration) 

2nd Draw – MPI Texas Hill Country Chapter (1 x 20% Membership Certificate  +  1 x WEC 2027 Registration  +  1 x MPI Academy Certificate) 

3rd Draw – MPI Chicago Area Chapter (1 x 20% Membership Certificate  +  1 x WEC 2027 Registration  +  1 x MPI Academy Certificate) 

Grand Prize – MPI Texas Hill Country Chapter (1 x 20% Membership Certificate  +  3 x WEC 2027 Registrations  +  1 x MPI Academy Certificate) 

In addition, congratulations to the MPI Texas Hill Country Chapter for winning the Visit San Antonio Texas Chapter Challenge. The Chapter won a margarita bar for its next event! 

Chapter RISE Award Recipients

The RISE Award recipients were announced over different General Sessions during WEC San Antonio. Congratulations to all Chapter recipients of this prestigious award: 

Marketplace Excellence: MPI Greater New York Chapter  

Social Impact: MPI Potomac Chapter  

Membership Achievement: MPI Türkiye Chapter 

Innovative Education Programming: MPI Southern California Chapter 

For more information, please visit the RISE Award page.

IBOD, GBOT and Regional Council Applications are Now Open

Consider applying for a position to serve on the 2027 MPI International Board of Directors (IBOD), MPI Foundation Global Board of Trustees (GBOT) or Regional Council. Volunteer members are encouraged to apply.  

The 2027 applications for the MPI International Board of Directors and MPI Council of Regional Chairs close August 1. Applications for the MPI Global Board of Trustees close August 8. 

Do You Have a Board Member Not Receiving the Chapter Leader Newsletter Notification Email?

We’ve received reports of some Volunteer Chapter Leaders and Administrators not receiving the email notification when the Chapter Leader Newsletter (CLN) is published.  If you have a Board member not receiving the notification email, here are a few ways to help ensure they stay informed about new CLN releases.  
 
Whitelisting this email address can help prevent newsletter notifications from being filtered into junk or spam folders.  

  • Set a Calendar reminder 
The CLN is typically released on the second Thursday of each month. A recurring calendar reminder can help ensure no one misses an issue.  

  • Check with your organization’s IT department 
Some organizations may have security settings that prevent email from reaching inboxes. Encourage Board members to check with their IT team to ensure notification emails are being delivered. 
 

Membership

Membership Update

2026 Membership and Chapter Satisfaction Survey

The Annual Membership & Satisfaction Survey (MCSS) will launch on Tuesday, June 30, and to assist you with promoting the survey to your membership, a toolkit has been prepared and saved in the CLRP > Chapter Toolkits > Monthly Toolkits > MCSS 2026 Chapter Toolkit.  

If your Chapter would like to offer an incentive draw associated with the survey, please let your Chapter Operations Team know. Include the number of random names you would like drawn and if Board members are eligible to win. 

Administration and Finance

New Cvent Resources Available

We’ve added two new CVENT user Guides: 

  • Cvent User Guide MPI Best Practice Access Port Reports – Naming Convention 
  • Cvent User Guide MPI Best Practice Creating Website Button for Members & Non-members 
You can find both resources on the CLRP under Office of the President > Event & Marketing Automation.  

Events

Register for Upcoming Events

Cvent Connect  

MPI Volunteer Chapter Leaders join Cvent on July 13–16 in Nashville for Cvent CONNECT—hands-on Training Camp, 1:1 time with Cvent experts, and leadership-focused sessions to accelerate your chapter’s event strategy. Enjoy 50% off your pass with code: MPI502026.  

Use this link to register:  Register Online    

 

theEVENT MPI Volunteer Registration  

All FY2026 Volunteer Chapter Leaders, Chapter Administrators, International Volunteer Committees (task forces, advisory boards, advisory councils), and Regional Council members (Chairs, Vice-Chairs and Chapter Representatives) are eligible for a flat registration rate over the duration of the time registration is open. You must be an MPI member in good standing at the time of registration.  

Rates:  

Planner: CAD$399.00 / USD$291.27  
Supplier: CAD$749.00 / USD$546.77  

Use this link to register: Register here 

Hosted Buyer

Upcoming Hosted Buyer Opportunities

Regional Business Exchange – July 9, 2026 – Bethesda, MD 

MPI's Regional Business Exchange events are a curated series of one-day experiences designed to bring qualified planners and supplier partners together in intentional, high-value environments where meaningful conversations lead to real business momentum.  

IBTM Americas – August 19-20, 2026 - Mexico City, MX 

Enjoy roundtrip travel, local transfers, hotel accommodations, access to exclusive networking events and more! Register here using Group Code: MPI
 
theEVENT – September 14-16, 2026 – Vancouver, Canada 

Hosted Buyers will enjoy complimentary conference registration, VIP seating, and one Club ‘Vous ticket.  

Hosted Buyer Application 

IMEX America – October 11-15, 2026 – Las Vegas, NV  

MPI will be bringing a group of qualified hosted buyers to IMEX America. Our group receives the additional benefit of arriving Sunday night to fully immerse in Smart Monday education powered by the MPI Academy.  

MPI Codes will be released in the coming days! Stay tuned for additional information to be posted on our website.  

MPI Foundation

MPI Foundation Updates

Congratulations to the MPI Ottawa Chapter – 2026 Chapter Champion Award Recipient 

During the WEC General Session on June 4, the MPI Foundation recognized the MPI Ottawa Chapter as the recipient of the 2026 Chapter Champion Award. 

Ottawa has a long history of supporting the MPI Foundation, but in 2025 they made one simple change: they designated the MPI Foundation as a Chapter charity of choice and increased the Foundation's share of proceeds from their annual fundraising dinner. That decision increased their donation from approximately $1,000 to more than $6,500 from a single event. 

Their success serves as a reminder that small changes can have a significant impact. As you plan for 2026 and beyond, consider what one simple decision or adjustment could help increase your chapter's support of the MPI Foundation. 

Reminders & Opportunities 
  • 2026 MPI Foundation Pledge Forms – If you have not yet submitted your chapter's pledge form, please do so at your earliest opportunity. It's never too late to commit and never too early to start planning. 
  • Mid-Year Donation Payments – Donation payments were due June 15. Chapters may donate by check, credit card, wire transfer, or other approved methods. 
  • Scholarship Opportunities – Encourage your members to explore available MPI Foundation scholarships for memberships, MPI Academy courses, theEvent, and other professional development opportunities. 
  • Chapter Grants Available – Funding is available to support chapter programs, special projects, and educational initiatives. Consider whether a chapter grant could help enhance your member experience.

Questions? Contact MPI Foundation Chapter Relations Chair, Darlene Kelly Stonehouse, at stonehouse@bellnet.ca. 

 

Special Committees

Anti-Human Trafficking Committee Empowered through Education

MPI’s Anti-Human Trafficking Committee is surging forward with the committee tradition of intentional self-education.  For 2026, the committee is excited to welcome, and learn from, the following experts in the fight against human trafficking in our industry:  Rebecca Kahle, Rahab Ministries;  David Allison, Special Victims Unit, Waco Police; Joe Savarise, Ohio Hotel & Lodging Association.  Our committee understands that the more we know and understand about this horrific crime, the more empowered and impactful we can be.  We are grateful to our experts for contributing their time and knowledge to our cause.  

Join Us for the July EDI Office Hours

Inclusive solutions require diverse perspectives. A globally aligned, locally relevant future starts with you and  hearing from every region. 

All Volunteer Chapter Leaders are encouraged to join in a special session, facilitated by members of the MPI Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Global Advisory Committee to share EDI initiatives, ideas, and any barriers to your Chapter’s initiatives.  These office hours will provide Volunteer Chapter Leaders an opportunity to discuss current MPI and Chapter EDI initiatives, share ideas, and collaborate. We will also explore key global EDI efforts and discuss how they can support and strengthen regional initiatives.     
      
Volunteer Chapter Leaders are encouraged to actively participate, share experiences, and help develop solutions that are both locally relevant and globally aligned. Your input is essential in shaping a more inclusive future for everyone.     

Talk with your Chapter and board about who can attend and ensure your region has a voice in the conversation.  
July 15, 2026 
10:00am–11:00am Central Time (9:00am–10:00am Mountain Time) 
 
The EDI Committee is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all attendees. Please contact rrichmond@mpi.org if you have any accessibility needs or require accommodations related to mobility, sensory, visual, auditory, cognitive, or other considerations. We will do our best to support you.