President's Message

Hey MPIRMC Crew!

When I first wandered into this chapter, I’ll be honest… I was just hoping not to spill coffee on myself at my first networking event. What I stumbled upon instead was this incredible group of people who genuinely lift each other up, and that’s why I’m so excited to be your president!

Leadership isn’t about one person calling the shots; it’s about bringing remarkable people together, cheering each other on, and creating opportunities for everyone to shine.

As I prepared for this role, I reflected on the legacy of leadership in this chapter and realized it has been 12 years since a male held this position. That fact is both humbling and inspiring. The meeting and event industry has been shaped by remarkable female leaders who have set the standard for excellence. I step into this role with deep respect and a commitment to leading with humility.

At our 2025 Board Retreat in Breckenridge, we met to define the values that will guide us this year: community, integrity, and stewardship.

So, here’s my commitment to you: I will show up for this chapter with the same passion and energy that first made me fall in love with it. I will listen, collaborate, and do everything I can to foster a space where everyone feels supported and empowered. But I know I can’t do it alone—this chapter thrives because of all of you.

I invite you to help bring these values to life:

💡 Build community – Welcome that first-timer with a huge smile, make that intro, or just show up and be your awesome self.

💡 Commit to integrity – Lead with authenticity, share your stories, and support each other, even when things get tricky.

💡 Take ownership through stewardship – Get involved, mentor someone, volunteer your time, and help shape the future of our chapter and industry.

This year isn’t just about what we do as a board—it’s about what we create together as a chapter. Let’s make MPIRMC more than just a place to network. Let’s make it a home. A place where we all belong, grow, and leave feeling truly inspired.

So, let’s go out there, take some risks, shake things up, and make 2025 a year we’ll never forget. Who’s with me?

Matt Kalb, CMP CEM-AP
MPIRMC President
T3 Expo
President@mpirmc.org