MPI Carolinas Chapter: Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID)

Join us for the MPI Carolinas Chapter Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) 2026!

Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Location:
Embassy Suites Charlotte/Concord Golf Resort & Spa
5400 John Q Hammons Drive, NW
Concord, NC 28027

This signature industry event brings together meeting and event professionals for an afternoon of education, connection, and celebration. The program will feature engaging content, industry insights, and valuable networking opportunities with peers and partners.

 

Agenda:

12:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Registration

12:30 PM: Welcome & Lunch

1:15 PM: State of the State: The Outlook for Travel and Meetings in North Carolina
Speaker: Marlise Taylor, Research Director, Visit NC

2:30 PM: Powering What’s Next: AI, Wellness, DEI, and Community Impact in Meetings
Speakers:
-TK Knight, VP, Sales & Executive Director, Visit Charlotte
-Lisa Luks, Managing Director, HelmsBriscoe
-Melissa Klingberg, CAE Account Executive, THM Your Association Management Professionals
-Gissell Moronta, SVP, Sales & Marketing, Atrium Hospitality (Moderator)

3:45 PM: Leadership for Tomorrow: Inspiring Teams in a Changing Hospitality Landscape
Speaker: John Edwards, CEO (Chief Excitement Officer), The Edwards Group

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Networking Reception

Attendees will enjoy complimentary parking, convenient on-site sessions in the Concord Ballroom, and a seamless event experience. Discounted room rates are also available for those wishing to extend their stay.

 

Event Pricing:
Registration fee includes lunch, all education sessions, and the networking reception.

• Planners - $75 per person
• Suppliers - $95 person
• Sponsor Table of 8 - $700 each

Stay tuned for more details and get ready to celebrate the impact of our industry!

 

A Special Thank You to our GMID Meeting Partners:

 

 

Embassy Suites Charlotte - Concord/Golf Resort & Spa