MPI Gulf States Chapter

The MPI Gulf States Chapter was founded in 1997, in New Orleans, LA, and connects nearly 138 meeting planners, hotel representatives and other suppliers across the Gulf Coast region, collectively representing more than $81.4 million in annual buying power.

When you join MPI Gulf States, you become part of an organization dedicated to your personal and career success. You’ll connect with the innovative learning, passionate people and big ideas that will empower you to become an agent of change and reinvent the world.

"The motto of MPI, "When we meet, we change the world," holds greater significance today than ever before. This succinct phrase highlights the substantial influence that personal connections and interactions can exert on both individuals and society at large. However, at MPI, we believe it transcends this by promoting your personal and professional development through our educational and networking events.

Through our educational programs and networking opportunities, MPI Gulf States Chapter empowers you to expand your expertise and build meaningful connections with the people who truly matter in your field. It is challenging to articulate the true impact of the professional and personal relationships I have nurtured over the years. Colleagues have evolved into trusted partners, cherished friends, and ultimately, an extension of my family.

Our 2026 MPI Board is here to help you meet all your goals for the current year and beyond."

-Tony Leggio, MPI Gulf States Chapter President