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2025 Annual Chapter Award Winners
The MPI Philadelphia Area Chapter closed out the year in dazzling style with its Wild Lights & Winter Night Awards and Holiday Celebration. Hosted amid a festive backdrop of twinkling lights and seasonal décor at the Elmwood Park Zoo - the evening brought together members, partners, and friends of the chapter for a night of recognition, connection, and cheer.
✨ Awards of the Evening - Outstanding chapter leaders and volunteers were honored for their contributions, showcasing the spirit of collaboration and excellence that defines MPI Philadelphia.
Tomorrow's Leader
Jessica Draves
Planner of the Year
Miriam Czerniawski
Supplier of the Year
Christopher Kissel, CMP
Chapter Leader of the Year
Lisa Bass
President's Award
Danielle Horwitz
Impact Award
Kristine Golden, CMP
Venue of the Year
Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia
Volunteer of the Year
Zachary Artz
Shining Star (Dec 2025)
Harry Biemer
Committee of the Year: Membership
Vice President, Membership Jacki Phillips
Director, Membership Elaine Leies
Director, Leadership Development Romina Magana
Committee Members:
- Michele Albert, CMP
- Courtney Babcock
- Nicole Benner, CMP
- Jessica Bittmann, CMP
- Lauren Curtolo, CMP
- Kristine Golden, CMP
- Lou Marrocco, CMP
- Kellie Mayrides, CMP
- Anna Torchia
- Melanie Wimmer
MPI Philadelphia Area Chapter thanks venue host Elmwood Park Zoo!
Elmwood Park Zoo completed a $150 million expansion to enhance animal care and visitor experiences. A centerpiece of the project is a 17,000-square-foot animal hospital and commissary with surgical suites, diagnostic labs, recovery wards, and an in-house pharmacy, where guests can observe veterinary care and diet preparation. The entrance plaza features ticketing, rest areas, a boutique gift shop, and habitats for endangered species such as black-footed ferrets and golden lion tamarins. Wild Lights is open to the public on select nights through December 30, 2025. Tickets can be purchased at https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/wildlights/
A big thank you to our event sponsors—your support plays a huge role in helping MPI Philadelphia deliver meaningful programs for our community:
Event Underwriter: Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau
https://www.discoverphl.com/
Event Partners
ACE Limousine & Airport Service https://www.acelimosvce.com/
Chaddsford Winery https://www.chaddsford.com/pages/private-events
EBE Talent https://www.ebetalent.com/corporate/
Lisa Leonard Live! https://lisaleonardlive.com/
Thato Dadson Images https://www.tdadsonimages.com/
Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board https://www.valleyforge.org/
Wise Owl Multimedia https://www.wiseowlmm.com/
📸 Event photos:
Check out highlights from the event on our Facebook Photo Album — and feel free to share!