MPI Rocky Mountain Chapter
The MPI Rocky Mountain chapter strives to provide its 300+ members across the meetings and events community with relevant education, networking opportunities and business exchanges. Founded in 1973, MPIRMC was MPI’s first recognized chapter, and today it remains a leader in the development of unique member programming and events.
When you join MPIRMC, you become part of an organization dedicated to your personal and career success. You’ll connect with the innovative learning, passionate people and big ideas that will empower you to become an agent of change and reinvent the world.
MPI Vision Statement: Lead the business events community in changing the world.
MPI Mission Statement: Be the premiere, inclusive business events association for professional development.
Key Words: Innovate, Educate and Connect
Breaking Borders: How Global Shifts Are Reshaping Events
Virtual Meeting
As the events industry navigates a rapidly shifting global landscape, planners are facing new complexities when delivering international meetings. From changing attendee behaviors to cross-border contracting delays, slowed decision-making, and regional economic pressures, the rules of engagement are evolving fast.
- Planning nuances and cultural differences between the U.S. and Europe
- Cross-border contracting, budgeting, and supplier collaboration
- Attendance declines, shifting buyer expectations, and slower conversion timelines
- How to future-proof international meetings in 2026 and beyond
- Following the main panel discussion, you’ll join small breakout conversations to exchange ideas, share solutions, and connect directly with peers around topics that matter most to you.
- Hear real-world insights from experienced global event professionals.
- Discover what’s working right now in event design, destination strategy, and attendee engagement.
- Connect and collaborate with peers across borders and the Atlantic sea.
- Walk away with new ideas, clarity, and inspiration for the year ahead.
- ☕ Bring your cup of tea (or coffee!) and join us for an energizing hour of ideas and inspiration.
Congratulations to the 2026 MPI Rocky Mountain Chapter Board of Directors
President - Viveca McDonald, MBA, DES
President Elect - Jeanette Stensgaard, MBA, CMP, HMCC
Immediate Past President - Matthew Kalb, CMP CEM-AP
Vice President of Communication - Hayley Harmon
Vice President of Education - Meghan Keelean, CMP
Vice President of Finance - Iliana Ruminski
Vice President of Membership - Ben Wood
Director of Leadership Development - Resa Meagher
Director of Education - Jennifer Hinton, CMP
Director of Member Care - Pablo Zacarias
Director of Recruitment - Vivian Butler
Director of Outreach - Rachel Milligan
Director of Marketing - Jared Bunn
Director of Publications - Meg Caldwell
Director of Special Events and Partnerships - Richelle Kemper
Director of Fundraising - Eric Holmes
Director of Fulfillment - Meaghan Ellis
The outgoing and incoming Boards have been working together closely to ensure a smooth transition into the new year.
- Angela "Fig" Wirkler, CMP, MPI Rocky Mountain Chapter, Past President
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