Thank you so much for joining us for all—or parts—of our fifth annual Global Meetings Industry Day digital broadcast.
This year, we have special cause to celebrate: the renewal and rebirth of our sector, the renaissance of in-person experiences and—of course—MPI's 50th birthday. Given the global opportunities brought on by the technological revolution and innovation within the event world, take this opportunity to CELEBRATE the wonders the future holds for bringing people together in meaningful ways with thousands of your industry friends and colleagues.
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State of the Industry Leadership Panel 2022 and Beyond
Join MPI’s annual GMID panel of industry leaders for a rousing discussion of near-term predictions and long-term impacts that will shape the future of the meeting and event sector. From technological innovations and DEI-focused change to the labor shortage and the overarching reimagination of the in-person value proposition, hear and learn from your industry’s most forward-focused leaders on how current trends, economic shifts and world events will impact the future of meetings, and how.
Paul VanDeventer
Chief Executive Officer // Meeting Professionals International
Cleo Battle
President & CEO // Louisville Tourism
Greg DeShields
Executive Director // Tourism Diversity Matters
Amy Calvert
CEO // Events Industry Council
Women in Leadership Panel with Annette Gregg
Join Annette Gregg, Sr. Vice President for MPI for a candid conversation with three women leaders who have paved the way to powerful roles, while bringing others with them. Looking at pay transparency, effective mentor and sponsorship examples, and overcoming barriers, they’ll bring refreshing real talk to the issue of gender equity in the workplace.
Annette Gregg, CMM, MBA
Sr. VP, Experience for MPI
Casandra Matej
CEO of Visit Orlando
Gerilyn Horan
VP Group Sales for Hilton
Michelle Mason
President & CEO of ASAE
Becky Sheehan
CFO of Encore
Women in Leadership Panel with Annette Greg
Upload and share your own GMID branded image to show you're a part of our industry's big comeback! Check out our fun and super easy GMID Virtual Photo Booth. Take a new photo or upload a favorite photo instantly. Be a part of great things to come and let's make some noise on Global Meetings Industry Day!
