A Letter from KCMPI President Phil Allemang, CAS
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It’s been a year since Karen Hoch left for Boston and I was installed as the President. Time has flown; it has been a good year with more than plenty to do and manage. Thank goodness for such a great Board that I’ve been blessed to work with. Only about 6 months left in my extended term and we have been thinking and planning for the next year already. Here are some points to know:
1. We just finished our Mid-year Retreat hosted so kindly by the Old Kinderhook Lodge.
Tara and Holly from MPI were great at leading us and training us. A big thank you to
Gayla Welsh, Director of Group Sales at the Old Kinderhook Lodge!
2. Event Cancelations: We take every event that we plan very seriously, with a large
amount of planning and work going into each one. If inclement weather is about to
happen, our most immediate concern is for the safety of our membership and all
registrants. Our January meeting was one of these that we felt was prudent to postpone.
With it being a breakfast meeting it was felt that there was a high probability of slick and
maybe dangerous streets. It was my decision to make and I felt it was what was best for
all. I apologize to all for the late notice of the postponement but the weather did not
happen nice and early in the morning, but rather late in the day. I hope that all of you will
come out to the rescheduled meeting on Feb. 17.
3. The 2016-17 Slate of Board of Directors will be coming to you. MPI has changed the way
these are selected, but basically the Nominating Committee works to select the slate, it is
then sent to the current Board to approve, and then that slate is sent to the membership.
The membership does not have to do anything unless you disagree with any person
serving on theBoard. You will have a period of time to send your position to the current
Board. I think you will be very satisfied with the new Board.
4. We have a full Spring with plenty of events to educate and to enjoy. Don’t forget the
Catering Showcase, the PEC, the Awards Banquet, plus the After 5 and Bingo events.
Check the web site, www.kcmpi.org, for dates, etc.
Only about 5 more months of having the privilege of serving KCMPI as your President. It is not too late to let me know any concerns you may have, or suggestions. We work for you and appreciate all your feedback. Have a wonderful day!
Phil Allemang, CAS
President
