Happy New Year from MPIGNY! Not only has 2016 finally arrived, but so have winter's frigid temperatures. It's time to take out all the winter coats and sweaters we've been eyeing in our closets, but not yet using. Maybe it can be one of your professional resolutions to be more active in the chapter. We'd love to see you and hear from you in 2016.
The new year has a lot in store for MPIGNY. In January alone, we have our first Education Event of the year on January 19, followed by our first After Six Mix of 2016 on January 27. Check out our Calendar of Events for more information. Please join us for one – or all – of our events in the coming months. They're guaranteed to be not only productive, but fun!
Here's what's happening with MPIGNY ...
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 Start off the new year with MPIGNY Education on January 19 and gain valuable insight into the world of Meetings & Events in 2016, presented by Yma Sherry, Vice President – North America, American Express Meetings & Events. The forecast identifies key meetings activities and trends for 2016 on a global and regional basis, to help meeting professionals and executives strategically direct and make effective use of their meeting investment.
To develop the 2016 Meetings Forecast, a number of sources were used including proprietary American Express Meetings & Events data sources, licensed third-party data and industry information, as well as interviews with industry leaders. Information and data was gathered from actual and planned meetings activity of American Express Meetings & Events globally. Surveys of meeting professionals were conducted to gather trends across North America, Europe (France, BeNeLux, Germany, Nordic, Spain and United Kingdom), Asia Pacific and Central/South America. A survey of leading hotel suppliers and follow-up interviews were also used to inform the finding in this Forecast. Click here for more information and to register for the event.
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 Are you ready to jump into 2016? Mark your calendar for 6:01 p.m. on January 27 for our first After Six Mix of the year. Join us at Pier A Harbor House for some networking: unplugged.
Located where Battery Park meets The Hudson River, Pier A Harbor House is a 28,000 square foot, multi-experiential culinary destination with Manhattan’s finest sunsets and water views. Pier A is listed on The National Register of Historic Places and is a designated New York City landmark.
As a reminder, After Six Mix is free of charge and registration is not required. It’s a great time to bring colleagues, clients and friends to mix and mingle with our group. See you there!
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MPINJ will be hosting the first session of several pharmaceutical round table discussions in 2016 in beautiful downtown Princeton at the historic Nassau Inn. Come join your fellow pharmaceutical industry colleagues for a lively round table discussion and best practice sharing session followed by a reception with networking and a light dinner.
The session is open to all pharmaceutical meeting planners, third-party planners, and conference organizers in the surrounding area. Please feel free to forward the invitation to any colleagues or industry contacts that may benefit from the discussion. Industry suppliers are not included in the invitation. Find out more here!
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Renew your MPI membership in January to be entered into a drawing for one of two great prizes. The winner will pick either a complimentary CMP Study Kit or one-year extended MPI membership. Renew today!
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Are you looking to further your own personal development or leadership skills in 2016? Join the fun and engaging MPIGNY team as a volunteer or chairperson! Whether you have an hour to give in 2016 or a few hours each month, we have the opportunity to fit what you're looking for.
For more information, fill out our Interest Page today and a leader from the Membership team will get in touch with you.
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Join the Membership Team at 5:30 p.m. prior to our next Educational Event on January 19 at Convene Midtown East to learn more about MPI Global, MPI Greater New York, and how to take advantage of all of the valuable opportunities your membership provides. Whether you are new to MPI or are an existing member that is looking to be brought up to speed, we have the information and updates to increase your ROI.
Contact your VP of Membership, Tom Andrika ( tom@fourthwallevents.com), if you would like to attend. Be sure to stick around for a great educational event around the 2016 Global Meetings Forecast starting at 6 p.m. Register now for the educational portion of the evening and don't miss out!
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Save the date for the Winter Networking Mixer on February 9, 2016 – more details to follow! You will not want to miss this fun event, so please get it on your calendar now. See you there!
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MPIGNY meeting planners save $200 on the 4th Annual Global Pharmaceutical and Medical Meetings Summit on February 10-12, 2016 at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Philadelphia, PA. Corporate meeting planners can take $200 off registration* by using promo code MPIGNY when reserving your seat.
This annual summit convenes senior pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device and health care meeting executives for empowering ROI-driven conversations about the industry's biggest opportunities. To reserve your seat, call 781-939-2400 or reserve online.
*May not be combined with any other offer. Valid only for these titles as defined on the event website.
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It's a new year, so why not visit a new destination. Whatever you do this year, make sure you keep exploring! (@MPIGNY)
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A preview of what lies ahead for industry professionals. (BizBash)
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There is a certain amount of foreboding in the meetings and conventions industry around the future of Wi-Fi connectivity, or more specifically, the quality of connectivity. (Skift)
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January 19, 2016 – 2016 Global Meetings Forecast – Convene Midtown East
January 27, 2016 – After Six Mix – Pier A Harbor House
January 28, 2016 – MPI New Jersey's Pharmaceutical Planner Round Table Discussion & Reception – Princeton, NJ
February 9, 2016 – Winter Networking Mixer – Location TBA
February 10-12, 2016 – 4th Annual Global Pharmaceutical and Medical Meetings Summit – Philadelphia, PA
March 23, 2016 – After Six Mix – Location TBA
April 27, 2016 – After Six Mix – Location TBA
May 25, 2016 – Summer Kick-Off Mixer – Location TBA
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