All Association Holiday Party
December 11, 2025
Join industry partners in Las Vegas!
Register Now

SOTI 2026
January 29, 2026
The Experience Economy 2.0: What It Means for Meetings Worldwide and SoCal
Save Your Spot

 

 

You Belong Diversity Scholarship Program

 

MPISCC recognizes that Event & Hospitality Industry professionals and students of diverse backgrounds who through sharing their varied cultural perspectives, will enhance our membership.

Scholarship funds may be used for a one-year new planner, supplier or student membership to MPI Southern California OR Inclusive Event Strategist Certificate.  Must be used within 12 months of being awarded.

Criteria and Eligibility Requirements:

  • Candidates must be an active member of the meeting industry for at least one year or currently enrolled in a college/university with focus on event planning or hospitality management.
  • Membership scholarships are available to minority individuals as defined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Program (African American, Hispanic, Native American, Asian or Pacific Islander, Multi-racial). 
  • Certificate scholarships are open to all current MPI members. 
  • Scholarships may not be awarded to the same individual more than once in three years or twice in a lifetime.
  • Candidates must submit the scholarship application, resume and letter of reference by the published deadline(s).

Deadline to apply is October 31, 2025

You Belong Diversity Scholarship Honorees

 

YearName
2024Sherri Amador
2021-2022Amanda Ma, Bulgan Sheetz and Steven McCleave

 

Connect with Us

Job Postings


MORE JOBS