2026 Minnesota Meetings & Events Day
April 15, 2026
Sheraton Minneapolis Downtown
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2026 Minnesota Meeting & Events Day

Name: 2026 Minnesota Meeting & Events Day
Start: 2026-04-15T07:30:00Z
End: 2026-04-15T17:00:00Z
Location: Sheraton Minneapolis Downtown Convention Center

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7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

1313 Nicollet Mall

Minneapolis, Minnesota

United States

Email: office@mpimn.org

About the Event

Are you ready to take your event planning expertise to the next level? Look no further than MPI Minnesota Meetings & Events Day. Designed exclusively for professionals in the meeting and event industry, this conference is your one-stop destination for gaining invaluable insights, networking with industry professionals, and discovering the latest trends shaping the future of events.

You want to know what the hype is, don’t you?

Be part of this experience where you will:

Experience special content and networking that will hopefully leave you with a renewed sense of your authentic self.
Learn new tips, tools and nuggets that can be applied to your work and planning.
Two Dynamic Keynote Speakers that will help you strategize.
A chance for relationship building, movement and wellness.

Earn 2.75 CMP CEU (pending approval):
- Enhance team collaboration and problem-solving skills in a hands-on, creative process that encourages innovation and creativity (Strategic Planning)
- Clearly communicate the outcomes attendees will achieve by attending your event and build trust and credibility through specific, action-oriented testimonials (Marketing and Communications)
- Equip event professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to identify, prevent, and respond to human trafficking in the content of events, ensuring safer environments for all attendees and participants (Risk Management)
- Learn ways to strengthen leadership influence and drive organizational success (Strategic Planning)
- Develop ways to use storytelling as a tool to create compelling content that drive engagement and revenue (Marketing and Communications)
EIC Credits
The are currently some delays in processing CMP Credit as Certified Provider that we hope is resolved soon.
You can also self-report your credits directly on the EIC website here.
- Provide a session description and documentation of your attendance
- Upload your registration information and course description into your application
- List each session you attended and include the length of the session
Self-reporting information will be listed below after event date

Agenda

7:30 AM Breakfast and Registration
8:00 AM First Time Attendee Meetup
8:30 AM Welcome and Icebreakers
9:00 AM Keynote: Daniel Jasper - Authentic Guest Experience: Creating Connections That Count
11:00 AM Break
11:15 AM Breakout #1

12:00 PM Lunch

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Feel free to reach out to VP Finance, vpfinance@mpimn.org if you're keen on being a sponsor!

Speaker Details

Morning Keynote: Daniel Jasper - Authentic Experience Service: Creating Connections that Count

Authentic Experience Service: Creating Connections that Count is a powerful, story-driven keynote that reimagines guest service as something far deeper than efficiency or satisfaction. It’s about connection.

Imagine if every guest left not just helped—but touched by your service. Imagine a team that doesn’t just serve, but sincerely cares.

In this engaging and practical session, Daniel Jasper invites you to step into your guest’s shoes and experience service from their side of the counter. With real-world stories and proven strategies, he equips teams and leaders to deliver guest experiences that are heartfelt, consistent, and memorable.

By the end of this presentation, attendees will be able to:

-Shift from transactional to transformational guest interactions
-Empower every employee to become a concierge of care and connection
-Recognize and celebrate service wins to boost morale and team culture
-Use empathy and authenticity to build guest loyalty that lasts
-Whether you're on the front lines or leading from behind the scenes, this talk will reinvigorate your approach to guest service—and remind you why it matters so much.

Afternoon Keynote: Christine Trippi - The Wise Pineapple Keynote: The Art of Saying Yes

This interactive session is designed to build off the big ideas in my new book, Yes Is the Answer. The curriculum in this keynote teaches participants the art of saying Yes in only four simple steps, and how to become a Wise Pineapple™ by being confident, empowered, and leading from the heart.

Participants will take away the following:

-Be Confident – Four-step Yes Is the Answer training (Interactive)

-Be Empowered – Four Levels of Commitment (Interactive)

-Lead from the Heart – Changing the World One Yes at a Time

-Tools to help build an incredible team culture and train your teams

-Three-tier approach to ensure execution and Sweet Results

-Immediate impact and inspirational

Breakout 1:

Mary Ellen Reihsen: Ask an Event Lawyer Anything

Mary Ellen Reihsen is the head of Hellmuth & Johnson’s Hospitality & Events Law practice group and a national speaker on legal issues affecting the hospitality and live events industry. She advises entrepreneurs and businesses nationwide on corporate, contract, and employment matters through an industry-specific lens, drawing on her early career in corporate and employment law. Since 2010, Mary Ellen has supported hospitality and events businesses ranging from planners and venues to festivals, hotels, and beverage producers. She was recognized as a 2023 Notable Leader in Hospitality, Legal Counsel by Twin Cities Business Magazine.

Breakout 2:

Anna Braun: Sparking Aliveness and Connection with Psychological Safety/Whole Self

At MPI Minnesota’s Meetings & Events Day, Anna will emcee the event and lead “Creating vs. Curating: Protecting the Moments That Make an Event 5-Star,” exploring how planners can protect the moments that truly shape an experience when competing priorities begin pulling the agenda in different directions.

Breakout 3:

Nicole Coon: Five-Star Connections - Networking in Action

Start with quick tips and insights on how to network with confidence and intention, then jump into an interactive speed-networking experience designed to spark meaningful connections with your peers.

Pricing Summary

Members Regular Rate: $175 (Reception Included)
Non-Member Regular Rate: $215 (Reception Included)
Student Regular Rate: $100
MPI Past President** Rate: $100

After April 13 and for Walk-In / On-Site pricing:

Members Walk-in Rate: $225 (Reception Included)
Non-Member Walk-in Rate: $225 (Reception Included)
Student Walk-in Rate: $120
MPI Past President** Rate: $120

** Past Chapter Presidents must be MPI members in good standing to receive this pricing.

Cant Make the Day Event?! No Problem! Join Us For the Networking Reception Only:

Members Regular Rate: $35
Non-Member Regular Rate: $45

Thank You Sponsors

Venue Sponsor

Sheraton - Minneapolis Downtown Convention Center

Upscale comfort and unparalleled convenience await you at Sheraton Minneapolis Downtown. Situated in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, our hotel provides effortless access to top attractions, dining, and entertainment options. Our modern rooms are designed to offer a soothing retreat after a busy day, featuring luxury bedding, spacious workstations, and flat-screen TVs. Savor delicious local flavors at our onsite restaurant, and during your downtime, take a refreshing dip in our indoor pool or maintain your workout routine at our 24-hour fitness center. For those hosting business or social events, our state-of-the-art venues, equipped with modern technology and supported by our dedicated staff, ensure every event is a success. Experience exceptional service and a memorable stay at Sheraton Minneapolis Downtown.

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