November 18, 2020
Professional Education Conference
The Power of Now
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Professional Education Conference
The Power of Now
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MPI Kansas City
Founded in 1981, MPI Kansas City has nearly 140 members representing planners from the corporate, association, government, religious and non-profit sectors, as well as independent planners and suppliers. A majority of members have been in the industry for more than 15 years and represent organizations within a 150-mile radius of Kansas City.
When you join MPI Kansas City, 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.
Congratulations for our newest board members installed on May 15th. These board members assume their position on the first of July. Board members are as follows.
| Position | Name and Company | Term |
|---|---|---|
| President | Kyle Sadewhite, Helms Briscoe | July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
| President Elect | John Kirby, PSAV | July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
| Immediate Past President | Danica Tolen, Hilton President | July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
| Vice President Membership | Andrea O’Hara, San Diego Tourism Authority | July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
| Vice President Education | Amy Worden, OP Convention Center | July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
| Vice President Communications | Dana Parker, Kansas State University | July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
| Vice President Finance | Shannon Kennedy, Bajillion Agency | July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
| Position | Name and Company | Term |
|---|---|---|
| Director of Membership | Katie Schillare, Midland Theater | July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
| Director of Education | Kendra Brayfield, eXplore Lawrence | July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
| Director of PEC | Keyli Kamin, KC Live! at the Kansas City Power & Light District | July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
| Director Sponsorship Sales | Whitney Butler, Onyx | July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
| Director Special Events | Audra Kamin, Aramark | July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
| Director of Leadership | Samie LaForce, Caesars Entertainment | July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
"The Kansas City Chapter of MPI is a network of professionals from all segments of the travel, meetings, and events industry. We are an inclusive community representing individuals from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, or personal beliefs.Throughout the year we gather for thought provoking educational events and fun networking opportunities. We focus on highlighting new trends in our industry and ways we as a community can continue to grow and evolve, putting our membership in a position for continued success, within their careers."
Kyle Sadewhite, MPI Kansas City Chapter President
MPI Chapter Membership Population
Planners: 78
Suppliers: 44
Students: 3
Faculty: 1
Other: 2
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