“State of the Industry”
with Amanda Armstrong, CMP - Immediate Past Chair, MPI International Board of Directors
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Committees
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Time commitment: 20 hours per year
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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 |
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 | Heather Switzer 480-293-4550 hswitzer@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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 | Mary Anne Whittle Able Aerospace Services 602-443-8388 |
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.
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 | LoriAnn Harnish |
DESCRIPTION: Organizes the annual education forum to be held August 23 – 25, 2019 in Tucson. 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 in August.
How often does Committee meet: Once a month in person or by phone
 | Mary Young, CMP | |
 | Jessica Nagell |
DESCRIPTION: This committee plans and implements the Annual MPI/HSMAI Golf Tournament held in the Fall.
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DESCRIPTION: Plans and executes the Annual Holiday Party in December. The committee finds the location and creates the theme.
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 | Don Ortiz Dina Preston Band/DEO Entertainment Group 623-330-0267 dortiz@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.
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 | Terrie Rickard ADI Meetings and Events 480-222-3193 trickard@mpi-az.org |
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
 | Eliza Duncan Pro Em 602-550-1461 | |
 | Troy Peters, CTS Video West, Inc. 480-222-3180 |
DESCRIPTION: Creates, implements and designs ongoing educational programs to increase membership, knowledge within the meetings, events
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 | Stephanie Willson |
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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OPEN
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
 | Ann Steward |
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 | Kristine Demlong North Central Group 623-293-9567 kcole@mpi-az.org |
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 | Cathy Clifton |
DESCRIPTION: Responsible for securing Corporate & CVB sponsorships for monthly meetings. Ensures
Time commitment: 2-3 hours per month
How often does Committee meet: Monthly, via web call
 | Summer Peil |