April 12, 2023 Lunch Meeting - 2023 Housing Forum

Register now to learn about the latest trends and best practices in event housing at the 2023 Housing Forum hosted at the Missouri History Museum. You can't miss the opportunity to find out the end of the story "A housing director, revenue manager and a meeting planner walk into a coffee shop..." You'll also have the opportunity to ask questions of industry experts during the session.

Take-aways:

• Booking pace trends and consumer behavior
• How to overcome housing challenges
• New reports for your toolkit
• Technology updates
• Why relationships matter
• How to work toward housing successes

Be sure to visit the Missouri Historical Society's newest exhibit "Coloring St. Louis" before or after the Forum. We look forward to seeing you!

Presenters:
Katie Dolar, VP of Operations, Orchid.Events
Jennifer Roberts, VP of Sales, Orchid.Events
Erika Barkhaus, Area Director of Revenue Management, Hyatt
 
The April Monthly Program is hosted with support from Orchid.Events, the Missouri Historical Society and SugarFire Events.

This program has been submitted to the Events Industry Council (EIC) for CMP Preferred Provider review for 1.0 credit hours. MPI St. Louis Area Chapter has been approved by the Events Industry Council as a Preferred Provider of the above-listed continuing education course, which qualifies for CMP continuing education credit. Determination of continuing education credit eligibility or Preferred Provider status does not imply EIC's endorsement or assessment of education quality.

Venue
The Missouri History Museum is a nationally accredited institution focusing on local and regional history. Located in Forest Park, the building is home to a variety of exhibits, programs, and events for visitors of all ages and interests.

Audio-Visual Sponsor
With over 25 years of experience in event production and management, Heard Global serves as a source for fine audio visual production for events locally and across the country with turn key service offerings. Heard Global is committed to working closely with each client to create truly transformative events that consistently exceed expectations and overall objectives.

When
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
11:30 am - Registration & Networking
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm - Lunch & Presentation

Where
Missouri History Museum
AT&T Foundation Room (lower level)
5700 Lindell Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63112

Parking
Complimentary parking is available in the two lots adjacent to the Museum or the Twin Lots located alongside the Dwight Davis Tennis Center. Click here for more information.

Fee
$40 Members
$65 Non-Members/Guests
Students - Call MPI St. Louis at (314) 416-2234 for rate and to register.