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Date | Description | Location |
August 8, 2024 | New Member Lunch N' Learn | Virtual via Zoom |
August 22-23, 2024 | Chapter Meeting | DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Myrtle Beach Oceanfront |
November 4, 2024 | New Member Lunch N' Learn | Virtual via Zoom |
November 18-19, 2024 | Chapter Meeting & Awards Gala | Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh-Durham/Research Triangle |
Quarterly chapter events are held in the Carolinas in late January/ early February, on GMID in the Spring, in August, and late October/ early November.
New Member Lunch N' Learns are held two weeks prior to each quarterly chapter event. All new members will be invited to join. Not a new member but still interested? Registration is available under Events.
Exhibitor tables are available at each chapter meeting. They are $250 for members and $300 for non-members. Annual sponsors receive (1) complimentary exhibitor table at any chapter meeting other than the Business Exchange.
Time |
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8:45am |
Join early for informal networking! |
9:00am | Welcome |
9:15am - 10:15am |
"Diversity and Inclusion: Just be better, events industry" |
10:15am - 10:45am | Fun Activity Break! Presented by |
10:45am - 11:45am | Concurrent Session: Simple Tips on Building a Brand through Social Media |
10:45am - 11:45am | Concurrent Session: Engagement During Hybrid Meetings |
11:45am - 1:00pm | Lunch Break |
12:00pm - 12:30pm | Volunteer Round-Up! |
1:00pm - 1:30pm | Meetings Mean Business Update |
1:45pm - 2:45pm |
"What Do I Do Now: Start a New Business, Reskill or Specialize?" |
2:45pm | Closing remarks |
Session Time: 9:15 - 10:15 am
CE: 1 hour
"Diversity and Inclusion: Just be better, events industry"
Speakers: Jon Brown, CMP, DMCP and Chelsea Tillman, MPS
LEO Events
Event professionals are uniquely positioned to influence the global discussion of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and today’s climate presents the perfect backdrop to raise and move awareness into action. Using themselves as a case study, LEO Events takes a deep dive into the challenges the industry faces and what must be done to support the future of diversity in meetings and events.
Jon and Chelsea have assisted LEO leadership in the development and launch of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee, which works cultivate an environment in which everyone feels able to bring their best selves to work.
Speakers
As director of development, programs and partnerships, Jon Brown, CMP, DMCP, comes from a wide variety of experience in event strategy and management, ranging from restaurants and academia to Fortune 500 companies. His primary focus is the initiation and supervision of a wide range of programs, partnerships, and strategic marketing. Jon has been recognized as one of the top ten “Young Memphis” professionals by the Memphis Chamber of Commerce, and most recently, a “Top 25 Young Event Pro to Watch” by Special Events Magazine.
In this session, learn tips on hashtags, content, scheduling posts, and how to use Instagram stories to engage and attract more followers. We'll also discuss attractions tips and tools you can use to keep your posts on brand.
Speaker
Amy Pierce, co-founder of The Total Package Consulting Group and senior director at Theorem, has worked in the social selling industry for more than 25 years. She’s helped build multimillion-dollar organizations, and created and managed training programs for direct sales teams. In addition to consulting, she’s held corporate executive positions, including VP of sales, at multiple social selling companies. She is passionate about empowering others to grow, meet their goals and build their own successful businesses.
From awards presentation and employee appreciation events to formal dinners and entertainment, we will share ideas for bringing virtual attendees into the live-event experience.
Speaker
Melissa Murray’s event experience has spanned over three decades and every corner of the globe, from the U.S. to Africa, Asia, South America, India, Europe, and Indonesia. Her talent for all things event-related started with the Carlson Marketing Group and included managing international events for GE Capital. Founding the Mosaix Group in 2001 allowed Melissa to deliver her extensive experience to clients with the personalized focus and attention to detail that a small firm allows. The Mosaix Team has survived and thrived during the pandemic by managing innovative virtual events and custom event gifting. However, her biggest success to date is a family of three wonderful children, along with her loving husband who puts up with her despite a hectic work schedule. Melissa enjoys spending time with her family, dodging the question “What’s for dinner?,” and hiking in the beautiful mountains of Asheville, North Carolina.
CE: 0.5 hours
"Meetings Mean Business Update"
Speaker: Molly Johnson CMP, QAS
Director of Convention Sales, Wilmington and Beaches CVB
Meetings Mean Business Ambassador Molly Johnson, CMP, QAS, will share an update on MBB's industry advocacy work.
Meetings Mean Business is an industry-wide coalition to showcase the undeniable value that business meetings, trade shows, incentive travel, exhibitions, conferences and conventions bring to people, businesses and communities. By rallying industry advocates, working with stakeholders, conducting original research, engaging with outside voices and more, the coalition brings the industry together to emphasize its importance. Comprised of over 60 members, the coalition unites the meetings industry with one strong and powerful voice.
Member | $50 |
Non-Member | $65 |
MPI-CC Annual Sponsor | $0 |
To add continuing education (CE) credits to your account with the Event Industry Council (EIC) for a session that has not been pre-approved by EIC, you can self-report it to add to your EIC account.
You will need two pieces of information:
For more information on CMP certification and recertification, visit the EIC FAQs.