Global Meeting Industry Day Celebration

Join MPI KBC as we Explore Paristown on April 8, 2021! In celebration of Global Meeting Industry Day, we are thrilled to welcome Cleo Battle and Nicole Twigg of Louisville Tourism. Cleo will share information on the State of the Industry, Post-Covid trends, and helpful tips for meeting planners and Nicole will discuss how we can’t go back to business as usual through the lens of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

After the speaker presentations, attendees will break into small groups and enjoy behind the scenes experiences at Hopewell Labs, Stoneware & Co, Old Forester's Paristown Hall, and Christy's Garden. A southern inspired box lunch will be provided by The Café.

Be sure to register by Wednesday, March 31st to be entered to win an amazing gift donated by Louisville Tourism valued at $100.

The timeline for the day is as follows:

10:30 am         Registration Open

11:00am          Lunch provided by The Café

11:15               Welcome

11:30               State of the Industry & Post-Covid trends presented by Cleo Battle, Executive Vice President

12:00               “We can’t go back to business as usual - A Louisville Tourism Case study through the lens of DEI” presented by Nicole Twigg, Vice President of Tourism

12:45               Virtual Meeting Concludes

12:45              Immersive Experiences in Paristown!  Breakout groups will visit Hopewell Labs, Stoneware & Co, Old Forester's Paristown Hall, and Christy's Garden

3:00pm            Join jus for an optional Cocktail Reception with a cash bar after the event concludes

Please plan to wear a mask and observe recommended social distancing guidelines as we celebrate and support our industry together! Registration is limited to 50 people.

In-Person Ticket: $60 Per Person ($65 for non-members)
Virtual Ticket: $25 Per Person ($30 for non-members)

There is an awesome raffle prize available for this event as well. We have an overnight stay at 21c Museum Hotel Louisville with dinner for 2 at Proof. This is a $450 value. Blackout dates apply. Based on availability. 

Paristown/Hopewell Labs
731 Brent Street, Third Floor, Louisville, Kentucky 40204