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MPI Toronto Blog
Change your perspective: how to see change as a gift, not a curse
Joanna Lean | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | May 18, 2023
As Event Professionals we are all too familiar with a multitude of challenges and changes in our industry and in life for that matter. You may be wondering why there’s yet another article on change,
Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Jenny Ng, CMP | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | May 3, 2023
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month is a month-long celebration that recognizes the contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islanders.
What to Look for When Planning a Sustainable Meeting
Alexandra Serrano | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | Apr 14, 2023
Sustainability is a hot topic in 2023 in the meetings and events industry and beyond. There’s no better indication of its importance the release of the federal budget a few weeks ago, which announced billions for clean energy transition. Following suit, our industry is innovating to reflect the critical need to reduce our carbon footprint.
Five factors that can contribute to successfully advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (#DEI) in the workplace and beyond.
Manal Sayid | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | Mar 24, 2023
I spent my Saturday morning readings catching up on the latest World Economic Forum and McKinsey & Company report released January 14, 2023. It identifies five factors that can contribute to successfully advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (#DEI) in the workplace and beyond.
INCLUSION ON PURPOSE, BOOK REVIEW (and its application inside the world of events)
Julie Danaylov, CSEP, RVP | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | Feb 13, 2023
As a white cisgender female this book was nothing short of EXACTLY the learning progression I need/ the world needs/ and EVERY LEADER IN EVERY ORGANIZATION needs to develop intentional inclusion inside the culture of work.
Designing Impactful Events
Catherine McGuire | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | Jan 30, 2023
When we think about in-person events, we think about the energy that fills the room as attendees arrive, the new connections that are made, and the relationships that are enhanced by way of sharing an experience
Avoid burning out this holiday season with these wellness tips
Joanna Lean | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | Dec 7, 2022
As we flow through the beginning of the holiday season and say goodbye to the fall, I am really reflecting on the idea of embracing change.
A message from your MPI Toronto Board
MPI Toronto Chapter Board of Directors | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | Nov 16, 2022
In this post, we are happy to share a message from the Board, starting with some words from the Board President and then sharing some thoughts from some our current Board members.
Member Spotlight – July 2022 - Anita Carlyle, CMP, CMM, DES, HCMM
Anita Carlyle, Anita Carlyle CMP, CMM, DES, HCMM | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | Jul 13, 2022
Member Spotlight – July 2022 - Anita Carlyle, CMP, CMM, DES, HCMM
Thank you to the MPI Toronto 2021-2022 Board!
MPI Toronto Chapter Board of Directors | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | Jul 5, 2022
As a cycle closes, a new one begins. Here at MPI Toronto, we are very grateful to our 2021-2022 Board of Directors for their tireless work and efforts to continue strengthening our chapter and its role in the events industry. We asked them to give us their thoughts and insights on their experiences in the past year and here is what they had to say:
Job seekers are in the driver’s seat
Erinn Young, HVED | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | Jun 22, 2022
As the city, province, and country re-open, employees furloughed due to the pandemic have moved on to other opportunities, leaving a staff shortage. Jobs are being posted at a rapid pace and employers are eager to hire. But should you take the first offer?
Contracts and RFP’s During COVID - What we have learned and where we go from here
Shannon Byck, CMP, VEMM, DES & Joe Nishi | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | Jun 9, 2022
Over the last two years, the business events industry has been incredibly impacted by meeting cancellations and “lifting and shifting” of groups. From a contract perspective, we have had to quickly incorporate addendums and revisions to contracts that allowed for updated Force Majeure, flexible deposits, revised attrition and cancellation schedules.
5 Ways You Can Be an Eco-Friendlier Event Attendee
Romina Kwong | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | May 27, 2022
In-person events are back! And whether planners have kept environmental sustainability at the top of mind or not, you can still do your part as an individual.
Hope and kindness: my value system in this evolving world
Susan Prophet, HMCC | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | May 13, 2022
Our industry is so vibrant, exciting and exhilarating. We create events, we create dreams, we ignite and inspire people as we bring them together. We’ve seen short downturns before, such as the events of 2003 and 2008 but not as long as this. I believe there is always a silver lining, we just need to look for it.
Let’s Celebrate the Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Jenny Ng, CMP - Guest blogger from the MPI Minnesota Chapter | Published by MPI Toronto Chapter | Apr 25, 2022
The Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month is a month-long celebration which recognizes the contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI).