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Volunteer Spotlight

Meet Grant Winner Stephanie Swaney!

Director of Holiday Party and Awards Stephanie Swaney discusses the benefits of being an MPI member.

The benefits of MPI CAC membership

Stephanie Swaney

The most beneficial experience of membership to me is the community. The community that MPI provides is irreplaceable. It has provided me with business connections, personal relationships, and education. While all of these might seem obvious from a membership perspective it goes beyond. Business connections are not limited to potential business or vendors. I have made connections with people in similar job roles and competitors as we all bond together to navigate through the pandemic. We share contacts, vendors, how to's, etc., because we know that it is just as valuable for our company to survive as theirs. We all want the industry to strengthen. Personal connections have been made that have led to friendships. Not only do we bond over the industry but we bond with our interests, beliefs, and hobbies. Lastly, education has been key. And it's not only the formal education the chapter has provided, but educating each other on things learned through events, webinars, and certifications. Now more than ever we are learning from each other versus solely formal education, sharing ideas, and brainstorming together. It has never been more important for us to band together and MPI has truly provided the community to cultivate it. 

Are you interested in applying for a membership grant from MPI-CAC? Click HERE to learn more about the process and submit an application!


   
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February Holidays:

February is Black History Month in the United States and Canada. Since 1976, the month has been designated to remember the contributions of people of the African diaspora.

February 1: National Freedom Day

February 1-2: Imbolc

February 1: St. Brigid of Kildare

February 2: Candlemas

February 3: St. Blaise Day (The Blessing of the Throats)

February 3: Setsubun-Sai (Beginning of Spring)

February 3: Four Chaplains Day

February 11: Asian-American Women’s Equal Pay Day

February 12: Lunar New Year

February 12-14: Losar

February 14: St. Valentine’s Day

February 15: Parinirvana Day (or Nirvana Day)

February 15: Presidents Day

February 16: Vasant Panchami

February 16: Mardi Gras

February 16: Shrove Tuesday

February 17: Ash Wednesday

February 25-28: Intercalary Days or Ayyám-i-Há

February 25-26: Purim

February 26: Lantern Festival

February 27: Maghi-Purnima

February 27-March 28: Magha Puja Day (also known as Maka Bucha)

February 28 (sunset) to March 19 (sunset): Nineteen-Day Fast

 

To find out more about these holidays, click here.



The best way to get the most out of your MPI-CAC membership is by joining a committee. It’s a great way to network, utilize your skills or challenge yourself to try something new! We know everyone has busy schedules, but many of our committees have a variety of tasks that can be done in just one hour a month!
 
Committees are always looking for members with leadership skills, creative mindsets and the drive to collaborate with fellow industry professionals. Click here to see the full list of committees and to fill out the committee interest form. 

   
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