State of the Industry Panel: Planner & Supplier Relationships & Expectations

VENUE CHANGE:  Due to weather predictions, this program will now be held at Renaissance Indianapolis Hotel North, 11925 N. Meridian St, Carmel, IN, Carmel Ballroom 5-6.

Because Hamilton County is currently in High Transmission status, we ask all attendees to wear masks when not eating or drinking, per CDC guidance.

Planning a meeting today is NOT like it was in 2019! With a labor shortage, shifting client preferences and budgets, and the evolving coronavirus situation, it’s important for planners and suppliers to understand each other’s challenges and what they can realistically expect from each other during the planning process.

Join us for our panel discussion featuring planners and suppliers who have direct experience planning and executing meetings in the current climate. At the end of this session, you will be able to:

• Understand how the labor shortage is affecting hotels and venues and the services they provide.
• Understand how shifting client preferences and budgets are affecting planner's needs.
• Understand how coronavirus uncertainty continues to impact both planners and suppliers.

Panelists

• Kathleen Headington, CMP | Events Manager, Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity, Inc.
• LaShanta Vaughn, CMP | Convention Sales Manager, Horizon Convention Center
• Ashley Harker, CMP | Events and Public Relations Manager, Toyota Material Handling
• Kim DeLong | Director of Sales & Marketing, Renaissance Indianapolis North

Registration Rates

• Non-Member/MPI Essential Member - $70
• MPI Preferred and Premier Member - $50
• Student - $35

COVID Safety Plan

Our venue for Sept. 23 is an open-air, shaded pavilion. Because of the outdoor setting, masks will not be required. Restrooms for hand-washing are located a short walk from the pavilion, and hand sanitizer will also be provided. Social distancing is encouraged, and overflow seating is available for additional distancing if desired.

VENUE CHANGE:  Due to weather predictions, this program will now be held at Renaissance Indianapolis Hotel North, 11925 N. Meridian St, Carmel, IN, Carmel Ballroom 5-6.

Because Hamilton County is currently in High Transmission status, we ask all attendees to wear masks when not eating or drinking, per CDC guidance.