You asked for it on the education survey and now is your chance to find out what the other side thinks……
Planners & Suppliers: Collaboration not confrontation
Planners, do you ever wish your supplier partners understood your needs better? Suppliers, do you desire to have stronger relationships with meeting planners? Learn some tips on working together from both sides of our business!
Do you struggle with communication and understanding your Industry partners? Join us on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 for a lively, tongue and cheek, tell-it-like-it-is discussion by a panel of your peers on best practices and get the nitty gritty on what your business partners really want.
Schedule of Events:
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM ~ The Exchange (see below)Registration Fees:
Early Registration Fees (Early Bird Registration closes April 29th) :
Early Bird MPI Georgia Member - $45
Early Bird MPI Georgia Non Member - $70
Registration Fees (April 29 to May 12):
MPI Georgia Member - $55
MPI Georgia Non Member - $80
Student Rates:
MPI Georgia Student Member - $20
MPI Georgia Student Non Member - $30
Online registration will close at 11:59 PM on Thursday, May 12th. Please register before this time to ensure that we have space for you!
Onsite Fees:
Please note that MPI Georgia charges an additional $5 onsite fee for any registrations completed after the close of online pre-registration for the event.
Cancellations:
If you need to cancel your registration a full refund will be granted if cancellation is received in writing before Thursday, May 12. After that time there will be no refunds. Please send cancellation notice to info@mpigeorgia.org. Additionally, registration fees may not be applied or transferred to future events.
Substitutions:
If you have registered but are unable to attend the meeting, you may substitute another employee from your company at no additional charge. Please send written notification of this change before Thursday, May 12 to info@mpigeorgia.org. After that time, substitutions will need to be made onsite.
Panel Moderator: Heather Munnell, Director of Client Experience - VDA
Sales and experiential marketing expert, Heather Munnell works with small businesses and international corporations to amplify communication and connection with their audiences. In addition to being a passionate sales and events strategist, Heather has 20 years of experience in delivering corporate events to Fortune 500 companies that include sponsorships, team building, and experiential event design for both live and virtual events. In her role as Director of Sales atVDA, Heather has played an integral part in developing a cohesive sales and marketing strategy for new product development. If there were a trivia game on Heather you may want to know: She has completed 10 triathlons, modeled in storefront windows, worked as a traffic cop and a singing waitress for a murder mystery cabaret. Learn from Heather as she looks back on past experiences to showcase how to move into the future. |
Panel Member: Chris Yueh, CMP, Director of Programs - AIA
As Director of Programs for the Atlanta Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, Chris is driven by the challenge and reward that comes with planning and managing successful meeting and events for the association. To Chris, event planning is like a puzzle, and he is passionate about putting each piece together seamlessly including the preparation of contingency plans. |
Panel Member: Heather Herrig, CMP, President and Chief Event Strategist - Every Last Detail Events
For Heather, it’s all about bringing people together, and helping organizations achieve more as a result. Her planning philosophy is rooted in delivering, above all, strategic value – striving to make the most of every minute, interaction, and investment – for every event. |
Panel Member: Steve M. Moore, Director of Special Event Sales - Fox Theatre
Steve’s career in Live Events has spanned over two decades and his work has been featured in many national publications including The Knot, Martha Stewart, Ebony, and People Magazine. He believes ‘giving back’ is a must in the event industry. His hospitality career began with A Divine Event Catering Company where he earned “top seller” in his Account Executive role. |
Panel Member: Ever Clavel, Senior Production Specialist / Account Rep - Active Production and Design
Panel Member: Dwayne Keller, Senior Sales Manager, INTERCONTINENTAL of BUCKHEAD ATLANTA
Experienced Director Of Group Sales with a demonstrated history of working in the hospitality industry. Skilled in Catering, Sales, Hospitality Industry, Event Management, and Leisure Industry. Strong sales professional with a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) focused in Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management from James Madison University.
Don't miss The Exchange, MPI Georgia's Planner Only Interactive Session.
This free session takes place in-person just before the start of the program. Please indicate your participation during registration for the educational program.
The Exchange is designed to provide a casual environment for planners of all experience levels to interact and discuss "topics of the day" interests, as well as allow for spontaneous interactions/discussions.
Since all planner members have a unique combination of skills and experiences; The Exchange provides an opportunity for all participants to share, question, and contribute to enhancing their knowledge and planning skills. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to participate in this unique "planner only" experience!
WHAT: The Exchange - Planner ONLY Sessions (Scheduled just prior to the May Program)
DATE: May 17th, 2022
TIME: 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
COST: FREE (please indicate your participation during pre-registration for the May Educational Program)
Event qualifies for one CE |
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Shining Star |
Entertainment | Transportation | Registration |
Catering | ||
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Grand Salon
The Fox Theatre - Atlanta
660 Peachtree St.