December 9, 2026
A Toast to You: Holiday Celebration | Open to All
Registration Required
2026 Presidential Gala | Awards Celebration and Silent Auction
You're invited to the MPIKC 2026 Presidential Gala – Awards Celebration & Silent Auction!
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of celebration, recognition, and connection! We’ll toast to a fantastic year, welcome our 2027 board, cheer on award nominees, and reveal the winners—all with great company, good vibes, and a touch of artistic flair.
We can’t wait for you to join us in celebrating in every way:
🎁 Bid on items in the Silent Auction
💃🏻 Attend and toast to a year of growth, creativity, and collaboration across our industry.
👞 Wondering what to wear? We've created Pinterest board just for you!
Thursday, November 19 | The Gallery Event Space
Congratulations to our Nominees
Supplier Member of the Year
• Nico Mermet, Cézanne & Sidecar
• Jane Monroe, Embrace The Grape
• Levi Pearce, Launch Party Sports
• Haley Pierce, Brancato’s
• Cindy Shelton, Nifty Promotions
• Mark Wilborn, T-Mobile Center
Planner Member of the Year
• Celeste Lupercio, Park University
• Denise Marshall, Wholesale & Specialty Insurance Association
• Sarah Quinlivan, Quintessential Events
• Shelby Rushing, Netsmart
• Logan Swanson, Black & Veatch
Rising Star
• Nico Mermet, Cézanne & Sidecar
• Zora McCormick, Jackson County CASA
• Jenny Mora, Levity Events
• Levi Pearce, Launch Party Sports
Volunteer of the Year
• Joy Broils, Hustle & Ground
• Jenny Mora, Levity Events
• Levi Pearce, Launch Party Sports
• Cindy Shelton, Nifty Promotions
• Mark Wilborn, T-Mobile Center
Industry Advocate
• Shilene Aaron, Visit KC
• Jason Alvis, Rehope
• Whitney Butler, Bishop-McCann
• Samantha Murry, KC Current
• Carlissa Riddle, Visit KC
• Keira Solon, UCM
Heart of MPI
• Whitney Butler, Bishop-McCann
• John Kirby, Encore
• Amy Worden, Overland Park Convention Center
Thank You to our Host Sponsor
The Gallery Event Space
61 E 14th St
Kansas City, MO 64105