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MPI Rocky Mountain Chapter

Name: Annual Gala & Auction
Start: 2026-11-05T18:00:00Z
End: 2026-11-05T22:00:00Z
Location: Moodswing

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

Annual Gala & Auction

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6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

3625 E 48th Ave

Denver, CO 80216

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MPI Rocky Mountain

Email: info@mpirmc.org

THREE ERA STYLES. ONE EVENING, WOVEN TOGETHER.

Each year, MPIRMC's incoming president chooses a single word to guide their term, revealed at the previous year's gala. This year, that word is transformation, and we built an entire evening around it: a Canvas of Time that carries you through the past, the present, and a glimpse of what's ahead, all under one roof at Mood Swing.

It's a night built for both recognition and reinvention, honoring the past year's achievements through our annual awards, raising support for the chapter through the auction, and marking the turn toward whatever comes next.

As the night comes full circle, our incoming chapter president will reveal the word that carries us into the year ahead, one more chapter in this ongoing story of transformation. Register today for one of the year's most anticipated evenings.

SCHEDULE at a Glance
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General Overview of the Gala

5:30 PM

Doors Open & Check In

Arrive, check in, and get an early look at the auction lineup before the night gets underway.

5:30 -6:00 PM

The Golden Hour Roundup Cocktail Hour

Vibe: Sunset over the desert in rust and gold, saloon-warm and easy. Saddle up for the night ahead.

6:30-8:30 PM

Grounded in Presence: Dinner & Programming

Vibe: Soft teal, blush, and quiet elegance. Simple, unhurried, and fully in the moment.

8:30-10:00 PM

Interstellar Encore: Dancing & After Party

Vibe: Cool silver and starlight take over as the room shifts into a space-age disco.

Event Admission

No Membership Required

INDIVIDUALS		COUPLES		STUDENTS
Current Rate $55 After October 15: $75		Current Rate $110 After October 15: $150		Current Rate $25 After October 15: $35

Room Blocks

3560 Brighton Boulevard, Denver CO 80216, US

Phone: 720-844-3100

Fax: 720-844-3101

Vib Hotel by Best Western Denver RiNo

2 miles from venue

$129.00 USD

Vīb Denver is located in the heart of Denver's River North Art District (RiNo), just minutes from a variety of attractions including the National Western Complex, the Denver Coliseum, The Mission Ballroom, Number Thirty Eight, the Forney Museum of Transportation, Coors Field, the Colorado Convention Center and the 16th Street Mall.

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Thank you to our Sponsors:

	Presenting Sponsor
Cash Sponsor	Cash Sponsor	Cash Sponsor
Audio Visual	Awards	Furnishings

Linens	Mystery	Registration

Photography	Signage

Venue Details

Whoever you are, whatever your interests, Moodswing is where your story overlaps with community. We are a multi-use space where gatherings turn into experiences. Food, drinks, and games act as the catalyst, creating moments that spark connection. Moodswing has over 65,000 sq. ft. of space with 12 pickleball courts, 2 bars, a brick oven pizza kitchen, and coffee shop.

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