2026 MPIRMC Award Winners
Congratulations to all of the Nominees and Award Recipients
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Congratulations to all of the Nominees and Award Recipients
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MPIRMC Mountain Meet Up II
December 3, 2026
Round two in the mountains. Let’s go!
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December 3, 2026
Round two in the mountains. Let’s go!
more information and registration...
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
MPIRMC Mountain Meet Up II
December 3, 2026
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
HAPPY HOUR AT HIGHER GROUND
Thursday, December 3, 2026
5:30 PM-7:30 PM
Round two in the mountains. Let’s go!
For our second mountain meetup and final networking event of 2026, we’re heading to the historic Stanley Hotel in Estes Park for a holiday reception, and the whole chapter is invited. Before the 2027 Board of Directors rolls up their sleeves and gets to work, we want to celebrate the season with the people who make this chapter what it is.
We’ll kick things off in the Concert Hall with a first look at what’s new at The Stanley, then head to the Wine Bar to raise a glass with returning and new board members, connect with fellow chapter members, and toast to a great year together. Whether you’ve been with us for years or are still finding your people, come as you are, slow down, and close out 2026 with the folks who make this industry worth being in. Think twinkle lights, mountain views, and good company.
Your ticket includes complimentary parking, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and hosted libations, all while you soak in the holiday sparkle.
Come up early.
Start your afternoon with an optional welcome tour of Aspen Falls from 3:00 to 4:45 PM. Planners and suppliers alike are welcome! Wander through the property with bites and drinks at each building, plus a signature drink along the way. Just select the tour when you register so Aspen Falls knows how many to plan for.
Skip the drive, enjoy the ride.
Want to sit back and enjoy the views? Hop on the shuttle with the board, departing Golden at 1:00 PM. You’ll start at Aspen Falls for the tour, head to The Stanley at 5:00 PM for the reception, and ride back to Golden at 8:00 PM if you’re heading home that night. Pickup location in Golden will be shared closer to the event.
Please note: The drive from Golden to Aspen Falls takes about 1.5 to 2 hours, which is why we’re rolling out early! The shuttle goes to Aspen Falls first, so riding the shuttle includes joining the tour. There isn’t a separate shuttle straight to The Stanley.
Getting there on your own?
Driving yourself, carpooling, or grabbing a rideshare? Complimentary parking is available at both Aspen Falls and The Stanley. If you’re joining the tour, plan to make your way over to The Stanley afterward. Coming from the Denver metro area? Plan for about 1.5 to 2 hours of travel time each way.
Please note: Rideshare availability in Estes Park can be limited, especially in the evening. If you’re planning to take an Uber or Lyft, we recommend arranging your ride home in advance.
Looking to stay the night and get the full experience?
The Stanley Hotel has graciously offered an amazing room rate for those interested in staying after the reception. A courtesy room block for our group has been established with a specialty rate of only $128 USD (Inclusive of taxes and fees).
The group rate is available for registered attendees, based on availability.
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Where Mountain Air Became a Legacy
In 1909, F.O. Stanley, co-inventor of the Stanley Steamer automobile, came to Estes Park chasing better health and fell so hard for the Rockies that he built a grand hotel so others could experience the restorative power of mountain living. More than a century later, The Stanley still sits proudly at 7,500 feet with its iconic red roofs and sweeping views of Longs Peak, just minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park. Wander its halls and you’ll find stories around every corner, from the historic Concert Hall Stanley built as a gift for his wife, Flora, to a whiskey bar pouring more than 1,200 varieties, one of the largest collections in Colorado.
And the story is far from finished. The Stanley is entering an exciting new chapter as a year-round destination for arts, culture, and connection. The highly anticipated Stanley Film Center is on the way, with a 1,000-seat theater, live concerts, festivals, and immersive exhibits, alongside new guest rooms, a reimagined lobby, and fresh spaces to gather. It’s a future built to honor more than 115 years of history while opening new doors for everyone who walks through them. Join us in the Concert Hall for a first look at what’s ahead, and see why this mountain icon is one to watch.
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
MPI Chapter Membership Population
Planners: 130
Suppliers: 174
Students: 20
Faculty: 3
Other: 7
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