MPIKC Times
MPI - Kansas City Chapter
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Happy Holidays! As this year comes to a close, I am thankful for all our members and volunteers in this organization. We truly could not do what we do with out each of you. Thank you to everyone that has played a part in this year to date! This month’s issue will be our last issue of 2010, so I wanted to take a minute to reflect on this past year. We faced a lot of turmoil this past year with job losses and economic downturns, but the worst seems to be behind us—2011 has potential to be a banner year for all of us! As we look ahead to 2011, I hope that each of you intends to keep MPI in your plans for the year. Earlier this summer, I heard a startling statistic from MPI during WEC’s chapter leadership conference. In 2009-2010, 50% of planners in MPI paid their membership dues on their own as compared to only 25% two years ago. Many of our members renew in December/January, myself included, so I understand the scrutiny that goes into the decision to renew. This past year, I opted to utilize one of MPI’s programs for dues assistance. My pending renewal for 2011 prompted me to wonder how many of our members are aware of the great programs available to us for membership renewal. Here is a summary of the programs through the MPI Cares program and our own chapter resources available for planners and suppliers for dues assistance: Free Membership Renewals for Unemployed Members Installment Payment Plans Students in Transition Program KCMPI Scholarship Program Didn’t see anything that works for you? Don’t give up! Please contact the MPI Member Care Center to discuss what other options might be available. I wish each and everyone one of you and your families a safe, wonderful and happy holiday season! Warmest regards, Michelle Lizak, CMP |
Dear KCMPI Members and Friends,
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KCMPI gathers monthly for educational programs and networking events that allow members to evolve their careers to positions of influence while developing new and powerful partnerships. Although educational and informative, the programs also offer the perfect opportunity to network, socialize and discuss how other planners and suppliers deal with issues relating to the industry and their careers. KCMPI 2011 Monthly ProgramsFEBRUARY 2011 MARCH 2011 CMP Blueprint: Hands-on Dining Etiquette April 14 11:00 am - 1:00 pm MAY 2011 Golf Tournament to Benefit Autism May 18 Falcon Ridge Golf Course PEC: Education Day at the K JUNE 2011 |
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Golf Tournament to Benefit Autism Contact Deb Arbo at deb.s.arbo@gmail.com or Lorie Scott at lscott@helmsbriscoe.com for more information. |
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8:00 am - First Pitch - Keynote Kicks Off the Conference Watch KCMPI.org for ongoing updates. Registration opens on February 1, 2011. KCMPI has unique, yet limited, sponsorship opportunities. Contact Amy Bornhorst at amybornhorst@hotmail.com or Maria Davis at mdavis@4seasonsresort.com for more information. |
That's right. Kaufmann Stadium will host our one-day Professional Education Conference. Catch a full seven-hours of industry education and discover how to work with a unique venue.|
2010/2011 Sprint Sponsors: Volunteer Appreciation In-Kind Friend aloft Leawood-Overland Park KDW, Inc. - Wolfe Farm The Francis Family Foundation In-Kind Friend Hyatt Regency Crown Center 10/14/2010 - 2010/2011 October-In the Kitchen with MPI In-Kind Friend Whole Foods Market-Metcalf 11/1/2010 - 2010/2011 November Board Meeting In-Kind Friend aloft Leawood-Overland Park |
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Kansas City Meetings Industry Merrymaking Party was held on December 9, 2010 at Harrah’s Casino in Kansas City. You can view photos of this fun event by clicking embodyimagery.zenfolio.com.
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WANTED: Chair or Co-Chair for the Professional Education Conference (PEC). Responsibilities include coordinating meetings with awesome, energetic committee members and responsible for establishing/monitoring any necessary sub-committees for the Conference. As a committee, duties include working with speakers to provide relevant content; coordinate event logistics; track budget and solicit sponsorships; and design promotional and printed materials. If interested or for more information, please contact Shana Hoy at (816) 983-8809 or Shana.Hoy@huschblackwell.com. SEEKING: Committee members for Strategic Alliances. Volunteers on this committee seek out members and non-members who wish to showcase their facilities and services (sponsorships) to KCMPI members. If interested or for more information, please contact Kara Brady at kbrady@simonkonover.com. MONEY, MONEY, MONEY: Great volunteers are very much needed for the fundraiser events at the Sprint Center. Volunteers help KCMPI earn fundraising dollars for programs, events, scholarships and more. In turn, the Levy Restaurants Non-Profit Volunteer Program will donate 10% of all proceeds back to KCMPI! This is also a fantastic opportunity to connect with and enjoy the company of fellow KCMPI members. If interested or for more information, please contact Shari Hockenbery at shari@francisfoundation.org or (816) 531-0077, or Lynne Fleenor at lynne.fleenor@aloftleawood.com. |
KCMPI Job BankThe KCMPI Job Bank serves as an informal, confidential liaison for those seeking employment and is located under member resouces in the KCMPI website. If you are an employer with open positions, please feel free to submit your job opening on the website. If you are a member, please e-mail the job bank committee for a user name and password to access the open positions currently posted to our website. |
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Leslie Kenagy Megan Mill |
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19 Years! Patti Jo Gaughan, CMP Belinda "B" Waldo 18 Years! 13 Years Sue Heley, CMP Kathleen A. Stipek, CMP 12 Years Anne L. Deuschle 10 Years Ward Wheeler, CMP 5 Years Phillip Allemang, CAS Michelle Lizak, CMP 1 Year Maureen Hofrenning Shannon Turgeon Rylee Jo Grover Kelsey Mikkelsen Megan O'Keefe Polly Berkley |
