Join the MPI Ottawa

Board of Directors

Shape the Future. Lead with Impact. Grow Beyond Expectations.

Are you ready to make your mark on the events industry in Ottawa and beyond? Now’s your chance!

The MPI Ottawa Chapter—Canada’s 2nd largest and a 3-time Chapter of Excellence award winner—is seeking passionate, visionary professionals to join our Board of Directors for the 2026 governance year. With a legacy of leadership, innovation, and community (including two MPI Global RISE Awards under our belt!), we are more than just a chapter — we’re a force driving the future of meetings and events.

For the 2026 year, MPI Ottawa will be recruiting for the following positions, all with a start date of January 1, 2026. (Onboarding and training to start in the fall of 2025). 

• President Elect (3-year commitment PE - 1 year, President - 1 year and Immediate Past President - 1 year)
• VP, Education (2 years)
• Director, Education Programs (2 years)
• Director, Leadership & Volunteer Management (2 years)
• Director Marketing (2 years)
• Director, Charity Auction & Community Outreach (2 years)

Onboarding to include Chapter Leader Summit in September 2025 (virtual), Fall Board Retreat (November 2025) and monthly board meetings (virtual) in the fall to shadow.

Why Should You Apply?

Serving on the Board isn’t just about giving back — it’s about propelling yourself forward.

Here’s what you gain:

• Develop leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills that elevate your career
• Gain experience applicable toward your CMP and CMM designations
• Enhance your professional profile and industry visibility
• Build lasting business and personal relationships with top-tier peers
• Be mentored by industry veterans — and become a mentor yourself
• Deepen your understanding of non-profit governance and leadership
• Expand your industry knowledge and shape programming that reflects where the profession is headed
• Make a real impact on your profession and the Canadian meeting and event industry

Board members have a voice, a vote, and a platform to guide the direction of one of MPI’s most active and accomplished chapters. This is more than a seat at the table — it’s a launchpad.

It’s fun. It’s professional. It’s unforgettable. And it’s your time. Don’t miss this chance to lead, grow, and give back.

Apply now — because MPI Ottawa doesn’t just plan events. We create industry leaders!

DEADLINES

• Apply by June 13
• Interview by June 27
• Decisions by July 1

Questions? Please contact pastpresident@mpiottawa.ca 

The Boring Legal Stuff:

• There is a small stipend for those MPI members who are out of town for travel reimbursements for our in-person strategic Board retreats (twice a year, Spring & Fall)
• Must be an MPI member in good standing to apply