Committees
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 | Julie Wong, CMP The Event Concierge 602-569-5333 Committee Co-Chair jwong@mpi-az.org |
 | Anne King, CMP MeetingWise 480-838-9336 aking@mpi-az.org |
DESCRIPTION: Certification opportunities are a part of MPI's Global Training program which provides an array of career development opportunities that will allow for continuous learning and recognition as a meeting and business
event professional. The committee coordinates the CMP Study Groups,
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 | Sukki Jahnke, CMP Tempe Chamber of Commerce 480-736-4283 |
DESCRIPTION: Focuses on giving back to the community by soliciting volunteers from the chapter for community service projects throughout the year. Through these efforts, the committee works to increase awareness of MPI AZ and the hospitality industry. Coordinate all of the volunteer and community service projects, giving members unique networking opportunities. Oversees the selection process for MPI AZ's charitable organizations and works to bring awareness on the selected charities to the chapter. We are a fun group and are always looking for additional volunteers to join us.
Time commitment: Monthly via Webcall
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 | LoriAnn Harnish |
DESCRIPTION: Organizes the annual education forum to be held in August 2021 at Harrah's Ak-Chin Casinoin Maricopa, AZ. Great opportunity for planners and suppliers alike to help plan and coordinate the annual educational retreat for the chapter. Tasks include Raffle, Social Media / PR, Food & Beverage Coordination, Speaker Coordination, Activities and Transportation. Members can learn new areas of skills while having fun! Great networking opportunity.
Time commitment: 2 – 10 hours monthly through retreat. Must be onsite for the retreat.
How often does Committee meet: Once a month in person or by phone
 | Adrienn Massaglia Caesars Entertainment 480-802-5049 | |
 | Terry McDonald Event Rents 602-516-1000 |
DESCRIPTION: This committee plans and implements the Annual MPI/HSMAI Golf Tournament held in the Fall.
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 | Penny Allphin CHME 623-582-2678 pallphin@mpi-az.org |
DESCRIPTION: Plans and executes the Annual Holiday Party in December. The committee finds the location and creates the theme.
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MaryLynne Christman, CMP, CMM Collaborative Event Management 602-334-7737 mchristman@mpi-az.org |
DESCRIPTION: Oversee and manage the process for creating, communicating and delivering the monthly eNewsletter and all other relevant activities and promotions between MPI AZ and the public. Specifically ensure that the marketing efforts are establishing relationships with local media, members, industry partners and the local community. Work within MPI AZ to help oversee marketing efforts for MPI AZ events, promotions and communications.
Time commitment: Monthly via webcall
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 | Lisa Tucker Topaz Meetings & Event Solutions 518-727-6145 |
DESCRIPTION: Drive new member recruitment with a strong new member, guest, and mentoring program designed to welcome and educate on the return of investment that can be obtained by joining MPI. Membership retention will be tasked
to increase the value of membership and the retention of current members. Develops and implements fun and exciting monthly and annual programs designed to increase the ROI and the participation of
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DESCRIPTION: Creates, implements and designs ongoing educational programs to increase membership, knowledge within the meetings, events
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DESCRIPTION: Plan and execute the inaugural Networking mixer to be held in January. The committee will secure the location and organize all event details.
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Description: Send out requests for raffle donations to be utilized throughout the year at all chapter events. Sell raffle tickets at events as needed. Donation tracking.
Time Commitment: 2-3 hours per month
How often does Committee Meet: Monthly via web call
 | Amanda Ocenas |
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 | Cathy Clifton |
DESCRIPTION: Responsible for securing Corporate & CVB sponsorships for monthly meetings. Ensures
Time commitment: 2-3 hours per month
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 | Feliz Leyba
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Description: Oversees and manages the chapter website specific to editing, refreshing, approving changes, and maintaining design integrity.
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