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Join an MPI Potomac Chapter Committee
The role of the Business Development Committee is to have a strong base of cash and in-kind partner support for MPI Potomac programs and activities throughout the year. We ensure the standards of recognition are implemented at all chapter events and manage the relationship with the chapter's contracted cash and in-kind partners.
Time Commitment: Monthly meetings (no more than 60 minutes). Four hours outside of monthly meetings for committee members for entire year.
Committee Co-Chairs:
Kristen Thomas Email
Malene Ward Email
Board Director:
Shawn Pearson Email
The Professional Development committee creates, promotes, sets the foundation for and executes phenomenal Educational Experiences, lovingly known within the Chapter as our “e2” events! These e2s provide the MPI Potomac membership with relevant, career advancing sessions at least five times each year. Members of this committee are in charge of all aspects of logistical planning, from topic & speaker selection, room & A/V set, transportation and on-site coordination. We actively seek member feedback to determine which topics have the greatest impact on day-to-day life in the meetings profession and events are enjoyed by the entire membership, as well as the Washington, DC Metro community.
Committee Co-Chairs:
Kathryne Gardette Email
Amy Pettigrew Email
Board Director:
Barbara Hutchison Email
MPI Potomac’s DE&I committee is Meeting Professionals International (MPI) leading chapter in diversity, equity and inclusion. Together we work on creating awareness, education, discussion and change, for ourselves, our members, chapter and industry.
Committee Co-Chair:
Joan Aiken Email
Pamela Bertleson Email
Board Director:
Lelia Beltramo Email
Join the social media superstars to create and launch exciting social media campaigns, e-blasts, videos and other marketing communications to promote MPI Potomac and of all our MPI Potomac events. We are on a mission to build our fan base as the premier organization for event professionals in the Nation's capital. We work closely with other committees to drive their results though online engagement of planners and industry partners and have fun doing it.
Committee Co-Chair:
Board Director:
Suzanne Low Email
The Publications committee produces publications for MPI Potomac in both print and digital formats including the Engage Magazine, published in print twice per year, and the FYI e-newsletter, published monthly featuring news and upcoming events. They also keep the website updated with relevant and useful content to be a resource for our members and the industry.
Committee Co-Chairs:
FYI: Nataki Hemmings Email
FYI: Holly Prompol Email
Podcast: Troy Peters Email
Board Director:
Brian Monahan Email
The RECONEX Committee presents an annual conference to provide chapter members continuing education credits and networking opportunities. Members of this committee are in charge of all aspects of logistical planning, from topic & speaker selection, room & AV set, transportation and on-site coordination.
Committee Co-Chairs:
Logistics: OPEN CO-CHAIR POSITION
Speakers: Maggie Boys Email
Mobile App: Tony Scurry Email
Sponsorship: Melissa Benowitz, CMP Email
Board Director:
Cristina Charron Email
New for the 2019-2020 chapter year, the Networking Events committee is creating new events to engage membership and connect the industry. Volunteers do more than pre-planning & on-site registration – you can be a part of a team creating new events like Trivia Night, new Happy Hours, and discovering new exciting event venues!
Committee Co-Chairs:
Anne Knox Email
Amy Doty Email
Board Director:
Tayhler Davis Email
The Member Recruitment committee gets the word out about the benefits of MPI Potomac and assists in growing our chapter via member recruitment campaigns and events, exhibiting at local industry trade shows, and student sessions at local universities. Member Recruitment provides organic networking with current and prospective members. Join our Member Recruitment team today to make an impact on the MPI Potomac Chapter!
Committee Co-Chairs:
OPEN CO-CHAIR POSITION
OPEN CO-CHAIR POSITION
Board Director:
Drew Squeglia Email
The Member Engagement and Community Outreach committee serves a dual purpose: one, to encourage members to get involved with the chapter and two, to enhance the chapter’s presence in the DMV and our local hospitality communities. The Member Engagement arm of the committee is primarily responsible for helping members feel like they’re a part of the chapter. This is done through matching prospective volunteers with committees, organizing the MPI Potomac Insider onboarding events, and sharing engagement best practices with chapter leaders. The Community Outreach side ensures MPI Potomac makes a positive impact on the community. The team will support three year-long nonprofit partners through advocacy efforts, supply drives, and fundraising. They’ll also organize community service projects and events for members to participate in.
Committees Co-Chairs:
OPEN CO-CHAIR POSITION
OPEN CO-CHAIR POSITION
Board Director:
Evan Nielson Email
Member Retention and Recognition is critical to the success of the chapter. This committee works to recognize and show genuine appreciation for the MPI Potomac volunteers who share their time and expertise with our Chapter and the industry at-large. We also act as supplement to MPI Global retention program in engagement with members close to renewal time and contact those whose membership have expired to understand why they have not renewed and get them re-engaged in the chapter.
Committee Co-Chair:
OPEN CO-CHAIR POSITION
OPEN CO-CHAIR POSITION
Board Director:
Lura Bobbitt Email
This committee works with the volunteer leadership to help them better themselves and grow as leaders. We provide leadership content in publications and conduct programs for the members benefits throughout the year. The committee is also focused on strengthening the Mentorship Program and identifying resources/programs for advancing career and chapter leadership.
Committee Co-Chair:
Ronda Keys Email
Board Director:
Leila Beltramo Email