About Our Chapter
Founded in 1977, MPI Ohio has nearly 200 members. We are dedicated to the advancement of the meeting profession by providing excellent educational opportunities, networking and as a resource for information.
When you join MPI Ohio you become part of an organization dedicated to your personal and career success. You’ll connect with innovative learning, passionate people and big ideas that will empower you to become an agent of change and reinvent the world.
MPI's Ohio Chapter
2027 Board Slate Announced
The MPI Ohio Chapter Nominating Committee has selected the individuals, whom we believe to have the skills, dedication, and integrity to provide outstanding leadership to our chapter during their term of office. Please be aware that as a member in good standing you have the right to review and challenge the slate of directors as indicated in the chapter bylaws. If positions remain uncontested, the slate of officers will be considered approved by a unanimous vote after 30 days. The term for all officers and directors is one year and begins January 1, 2027.
Officers
The following slate of officers is elected by the Chapter Board of Directors. They are identified in this communication so members can view the full board proposed for the upcoming term.
| Immediate Past President | Joshua Bricker, Visit Dublin |
| President | Jane Lee, Cardinal Health |
| President Elect | Leslianne Lake, Visit Canton |
| VP of Communications | Mary Dimitrijeska, New Castle Hotels & Resorts |
| VP of Membership | Max Long, Visit Cincy |
| VP of Education | Alexis Dick, HARDI |
| VP of Finance | Shawn Stidham, Travel Butler County |
Directors (Board Members)
The following slate of Board members is elected by the membership of the Chapter. This slate will be deemed elected by unanimous vote unless the slate is challenged as outlined in the chapter bylaws.
Position
| Director of Sponsorships | Michael Moseley, Hyatt Place Columbus OSU |
| Director of Monthly Programs | Mary Rochford, The Ritz Carlton Cleveland |
| Director of Membership | Jackie Campbell, AAA Corporate Travel |
| Director of Communications | OPEN |
| Director of Recruitment | Sarah Ferragonio, Hilton Cleveland Downtown |
| Director of Special Projects | Ryan Harmon, Lasting Impressions Event Rental |
| Director of Strategic Partnerships | Ashley Sweet, Ohio Veterinary Medical Association |
Please direct any questions to: Regina Piercefield admin@mpioh.org
A copy of the Chapter bylaws can be viewed at: here
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