Aged 15 years
to perfection

Since 2009, MPI's hosted buyer program has been bringing both sides of the meeting and event market together for one purpose: to get face-to-face business done. Whether you're a planner or supplier, you'll connect with people who can't wait to find the perfect partner to bring events to life.

They say there are no win-wins, but whoever said that has never experienced MPI's Hosted Buyer Program.

The ultimate
business dinner

Like the best vino and cheese, our program pairs pre-qualified meeting and event planners—with real buying power—with the suppliers that can help bring their events to life. You'll not only come away with immediate impacts to your bottom line, but with business relationships that will age like wine.

WHAT'S
NEW?

CAN'T MAKE IT TO WEC IN PERSON?
We’ve got you covered! Enjoy some of the best of WEC San Francisco – virtually.
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ONE-DAY PASSES NOW AVAILABLE
Want to go to WEC, but can't attend for the entire time? Check out our one-day passes and join us for a day.
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ACT 1, SCENE 2
Dive into the event tech experiences of the future with a panel conversation between c-suite execs and meeting industry leaders.
Meet the players

ACT 1, SCENE 3
Accomplished broadcaster, author and human connection expert Riaz Meghji will show you how to make every conversation count.
Learn all about it

ACT 2, SCENE 1
Hear from experience design leaders with Salesforce, Google, Cisco and George P. Johnson on the benefits of beta testing and radical innovation.
Meet the players

ACT 3, SCENE 1
Scottish singer and songwriter Brian Allan unites people through music. Recently he’s used music to help Ukrainian refugee children. Be inspired to use your passion for good!
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ACT 3, SCENE 2
What does changing the world mean for you, for our industry and for the world? As MPI celebrates its 50th birthday, industry leaders gather to share their perspective.
Meet the players

CONVINCE YOUR BOSS
MPI is here to help with 4 easy steps to help you make your business case to attend WEC.
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DISCOUNTED FLIGHTS TO SAN FRANCISCO
MPI has partnered with select airlines to bring you discounted flights to San Francisco.
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THE WAY TO WHAT'S NEXT
Check out our new WEC promotional video on the homepage of the WEC website for a great glimpse of what WEC San Francisco has to offer.
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SAN FRANCISCO WELCOMES YOU
Learn more about one of the most beautiful cities in the world with video, photos, street safety information and more!
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THE CAREER COLLECTIVE IS ONLINE
Learn more about our professional coaches and their expertise in resume writing, interviewing, creating a personal brand and much more! The ability to schedule appointments is coming in early June!
Take me there now

VISIT SACRAMENTO PRE-FAM EXPERIENCE
This 3-day VIP experience is free to approved event professionals who plan meetings in the western United States.
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ACT 2, SCENE 2
Celebrated filmmaker Denise Soler Cox will show you what true belonging looks like.
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REGISTER FOR PRE-CONFERENCE CERTIFICATE COURSES
Get a head start at WEC and in your career with MPI's Certificate Courses.
Chart your course

CONCURRENT SESSIONS ANNOUNCED
WEC's education will inspire you with big ideas and takeaways to future-proof your career.
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NETWORKING EVENTS
More like not-working events. Enough with the lifeless corporate gigs; let's party.
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HOSTED BUYER EVENING EXPERIENCE

THROW OUT
THE FIRST PITCH

What better way to kick-off (wait, wrong sports metaphor) this year's Hosted Buyer Program than at the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory? Prior to your second-day appointments, you'll get to know the people you're meeting as people. It's the ultimate warm-up before knocking the next day's business out of the park.

SPONSORED BY:

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Suppliers:
Fill your pipeline with qualified buyers.

By joining the Hosted Buyer Program at WEC Louisville, you're putting your brand center-stage with qualified meeting and event planners, creating focused business connections that will result in long-lasting relationships.

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Planners:
Get hosted at WEC Louisville.

If you're accepted into the Hosted Buyer Program, you'll get your WEC Louisville experience at no cost! That means pairing premier education with the best supplier connections in the business to enhance your career.

APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED