Connections - MPI Potomac Chapter

Cornelia Horner, PMPI President, July 1, 2007-June 30, 2008

Cornelia has been inspiring PMPI members with her creative spirit and enthusiasm for the industry since she joined the chapter in 1999. Lucky for us, Cornelia moved here from her native Alabama to seek a career on Capitol Hill and lobbying. Cornelia quickly discovered that she really enjoyed what was only an aspect of her position: meeting planning.

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In 1961, Albert Ellis and Robert Harper wrote a book called A Guide to Rational Living. It is certainly one of the most powerful books I’ve read. Their main point was that our irrational beliefs can generate sustained negative emotions (anxiety, fear, rage, pessimism, hopelessness and helplessness), and we need to consciously dismantle those irrational beliefs in order to move on from those emotions.

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The CMP Prep Course begins Monday, February 22, 2016, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., for 11 weeks through the final class on Monday, May 2, 2016. Each class is facilitated by local, experienced CMPs and includes handouts for each section, complete information about the exam, and test taking tips. The class is being held at the Pew Charitable Trusts Conference Center, 901 E St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20004 (Metro: Gallery Place).

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On February 24-25, don't miss the opportunity to learn, grow and network with the areas best event planners and suppliers. Check out the hottest technology tools and learn about industry trends. Our stellar education tracks include opportunities for both event planners and suppliers.

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When: Thursday, March 17, 2016, 4-7:30 p.m.
Where: Hotel Monaco, 700 F St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20004
Metro: Gallery Place/China Town
Explore with your peers how to navigate the changing landscape of meeting planning.

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An Educational Experience will be on Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Mason & Rook in Washington, D.C.

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In 2015, the MPI Foundation increased the number of scholarships awarded from 75 to 230, and chapter grants from 22 to 35!

We currently have grant opportunities available. Applications are being accepted through February 15.

Descriptions and criteria are below. For more information, please contact Holly McCauley at hmccauley@mpiweb.org.

- The Parking Spot Chapter Grant – This grant provides chapters the funds to present one of 3 pre-developed programs (the same sessions offered as part of the Ready. Set. Meet! Chapter Grants). These grants are offered to chapters in a region with an airport Parking Spot Location.

- MCI Chapter Grants – This grant provides chapters the opportunity to have MCI present a quality education session to its members. Chapters will be able to select a topic from the three topics provided by MCI.

Several types of scholarships are offered throughout the year for current and potential MPI members. Please visit the website as opportunities will be updated often at www.mpiweb.org/foundation/grantsandscholarships.

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Is your MPI membership about to expire this month or in the upcoming months? All members who renew in February are entered into a drawing. One lucky winner will choose between a six-month membership extension, six complimentary tickets to a chapter event, or $200 gift certificate towards any MPI Academy training. Renew today!

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