Virtual MPI 101
April 30, 2026 - April 30, 2026
Join us for MPI 101 — a fun and interactive virtual session where you’ll learn how to get the most out of being an member!
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Oregon Meeting & Event Industry Networking & Development Day
May 19, 2026 - May 19, 2026
MPI, SGMP, & GBTA are joining together for a day of education, thoughtful discussion, networking, and marketplace booths.
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Awards & Recognition

2025 Award Winners

Lifetime Achievement Award	Wendy Popkin	The Oregon Chapter Lifetime Achievement Award honors a 10+ year member who gives back freely to the MPI Oregon Chapter and in their career with the meetings and events industry.

Dian J. Lindsay Presidential Award	Nichole Cooper, CMP Brasada Ranch	Given at the discretion of the current president to an outstanding individual in the chapter who has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to the organization.

Rising Star Award	Jenn Carpenter	Presented to a chapter member or members who have been a part of the organization less than 3 years and shown a very high level of engagement, volunteering, and commitment fulfilling chapter goals.

Rising Star Award	Alisha Santoyo Oregon Dental Association	Presented to a chapter member or members who have been a part of the organization less than 3 years and shown a very high level of engagement, volunteering, and commitment fulfilling chapter goals.

Mentor of the Year Award	Greg Heinze, CMP Travel Salem

Planner of the Year Award	Tara Hendrickson, CMP Act 1 Events	Given to a meeting planner in recognition for their outstanding association contributions, leadership and professionalism, and is a peer-recognized award.

Supplier of the Year Award	JoAnna Eisler Meet in Central Oregon	Awarded to a meetings industry supplier (hotel, transportation, audio/visual, etc.) in recognition for their outstanding association contributions, leadership and professionalism, and is a peer-recognized award.

Silver Platter Award	Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront	This award goes to the venue that went above and beyond, according to the attendee evaluations, to host one of the Chapter's educational events.