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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
 Who will be the next KCMPI Gold Medalist? Will it be you? Please congratulate these gold medalists for doing something, for making KCMPI their chapter and for loving what we do!
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EVENTS: Recap
The 4th Annual Field 2 Table event was held on Thursday, September 20, at the Circle S Ranch in Lawrence, Kan. More than 65 members and guests attended this signature chapter event. Watch the video clip of memorable moments from Field 2 Table 2012 on KCMPI's YouTube channel.
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How many of us dread writing a final report on a conference we have been planning for months, and in some instances, years? Familiar phrases begin to emerge such as, "I don't have the time," or "my boss isn't going to read the report anyway." Join the KCMPI Past Presidents and Michele Wierzgac at the October 17 educational program - Writing a Post Con Report as she takes you through the process of developing a post-event report to present to stakeholders.
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 Bring your clients, colleagues and coworkers for a night of fun, food and friends! Mark your calendars for KCMPI's Member Appreciation and Trivia Night on November 15.
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 KCMPI held its first After 5 networking event on Wednesday, August 29, at Buca di Beppo on the Plaza. These networking events are a new addition to the chapter and offer you a way to get to know everyone better.
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CAREER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
KCMPI is offering five scholarships for the fiscal year 2012-2013. Don't miss out on this great member benefit.
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The Convention Industry Council announced on Sept. 12 the beginning of the development process for a healthcare subspecialty to the Certified Meeting Professionals program.
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For complete details, go to http://www.kcmpi.org and visit the KCMPI Career Center.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA)—the voice of the global business travel industry—and Meeting Professionals International (MPI) — the meetings and events industry's largest and most vibrant global community— are pleased to announce a new joint venture. The two organizations will work together to co-create new industry-leading education and training opportunities.
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The KCMPI bylaws have been updated based on the recent membership vote.
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The results of MPI's first Hybrid Meetings Research project, the most comprehensive study conducted on hybrid meetings, have just been released. Hybrid meetings are an emerging medium and they're taking the industry in a whole new direction. Access the research and tools on mpiweb.org/hybrid. Funded by MPI Foundation and mediasite by Sonic Foundry.
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Who hasn't had a crisis or gaff at an event? Here a few ideas to help you muddle through your next event mishap.
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Now that the Olympics are over, we often marvel at the way things change every four years. Athletes seem to get faster and more powerful. Technological advances in equipment, clothing, and shoes allow them to go just that millisecond faster. So what can professionals in the meetings industry learn from these powerful professional athletes?
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Looking for a way to connect with KCMPI members and make the most out of your membership? Two areas of KCMPI, Membership and Communications, are great opportunities to volunteer your talents and connect with fellow KCMPI members.
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MEMBER PROFILES
Meet Cathy Easton, CGMP, Meeting Planner for the MO Division of Professional Registration and Maria Davis, Director of Sales at the Resort at Port Arrowhead!
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Check out the latest news on KCMPI Members' Careers!
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NEWS & NOTES
Thank you to all our generous sponsors in August and September.
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The KCMPI 2012 World Education Congress (WEC) Volunteer Recognition Complimentary Registration Recipient is...Mandy Petzold!
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Congratulations to KCMPI member organizations for their recent industry recognitions!
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