The countdown to fall has begun. I hope you have all had a great summer so far and are looking forward to fall. I hear Dunkin Donuts is already serving gallons upon gallons of pumpkin spiced varieties of F&B.
August brought us more great events.
We gave back to the community at God’s Love We Deliver on Aug. 9. If you haven’t been able to make it to one of these activities, I highly suggest joining one in the future. Speaking of CSR, we have an activity set up on Sept. 14 at GMHC. To register for this event, interested volunteers should email the Director of CSR, Marisa Wilkes, CMP, at marisawilkes922@gmail.com by Sept. 7 with your name and email address. More information can be found on our website at the link below on the list of Upcoming Events.
The first Annual PCMA/MPIGNY Softball Game took place on Aug. 19 in Central Park. Unfortunately, MPIGNY lost, but a ton of fun was had by all, and we are looking forward to next year’s game! Keep this game in mind for next year as we will seek revenge!
Finally, the latest installment of our After 6 Mix was held on Aug. 24 at Sally Can Wait. From what I hear, it was a great event, and many new connections were made. Look out for the next event coming soon.
As I mentioned in my last message and will continue to all year 😊, it takes a big team of volunteers to execute these outstanding events. We need YOU, our members, to jump in and assist where you can. How can you help? What are your interests or skills? It doesn’t need to take a large amount of your time. It can be as little or as much as you would like to dedicate. We will work with you and your schedule. Please reach out to me or any of our Board Members if you want to or are able to get more involved with the Chapter. We would love to have you! You should have received an email from the Chapter with a survey titled “Find Your Fit.” Please complete the survey if you are interested in volunteering.
I'm looking forward to this month and next as we have some great events lined up. We will also host our next Education Event on Sept. 21 “Putting People First: The Business Case for Creating Safety & Engagement” at the Graduate Roosevelt Island. Registration is open, so click on the link below to register.
Hope to see you at some of our upcoming events!
Best,
Andrew
Andrew Barnes
President
MPI Greater New York Chapter
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Join your industry colleagues from HSMAI Greater NY, MPI Greater NY, NYSAE, Live Events Coalition, ILEA NYC, PCMA New York, NYC & Company, SITE Northeast, Skal International NY, and others for this exciting hospitality, meetings, and tourism networking event.
Hornblower is rolling out the red carpet and treating us all to a spectacular evening of fabulous food, delectable drinks, and a city skyline view to die for!
We will also have a silent auction with great prizes so bring your credit card and start bidding!
Dress is cruise casual.
Cocktail reception and full buffet dinner with premium open bar
$99 for members
$120 for non-members
Want to bring a client with you? Special discount pricing is available. For information, contact Cody Hoyer at codyinnyc@gmail.com.
Buffet Dinner will be available from 6:15 p.m.
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GMHC’s Grab and Go Food Distribution Program was created in March 2020 when the GMHC building and dining room were closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, GMHC has been distributing groceries each Wednesday through the Grab ‘n’ Go program, which is available to anyone in need regardless of HIV status. The program is now serving close to 1,000 meals each week.
The volunteer activity will consist of packing shelf stable pantry bags with basic supplies including locally sourced fresh produce, dairy, eggs, shelf stable foods, and hygiene kits. We will then distribute the bags from the lobby of the GMHC building to GMHC clients as well as the general public.
To register for this event, interested volunteers should email the Director of CSR, Marisa Wilkes, CMP, at marisawilkes922@gmail.com by Sept. 7 with your name and email address.
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We are in the business of hospitality. Whether you are a meeting planner or a supplier, we put people first. We anticipate and meet their needs; and in a world where diversity, equity, and inclusion are becoming more prominent, we are tasked with creating safe spaces and inclusive relationships with our clients, hospitality partners, and ourselves.
In our first Educational Event of the 2022-2023 board year, we are delighted to present two terrific speakers to discuss the business case for creating safe events and the power of language in developing authentic relationships.
Our first speaker, Tim Mousseau, will dive into how we can design emotionally safe events. He will share how to advocate for our safety needs, overcome the status quo, and celebrate divergent viewpoints through simple actions that can lead to significant results at your events.
Our second speaker, Sue Hershkowitz-Coore, will talk about the power of language in developing strong relationships with your stakeholders. She will share the key to being persuasive with tips on showing authenticity and developing inclusive messaging that creates emotional certainty for your clients and partners.
Afterwards, we will have time for a short Q&A moderated by our own VP of Membership, Travis Pham, CMP.
At the end of this Educational Event, you will leave empowered with new insights into how you can continue putting people first through emotional intelligence and inclusivity.
Goals:
- To empower our audience with new insights into how we can continue putting people first through emotional intelligence and inclusivity
- Ensure guests understand the importance of DEI in our events
- Create safe environments within our events for guests to thrive
CEU CREDITS:
CMP-IS Domain C: Risk Management, 2.0 Clock Hour
Our CSR Committee is holding a Sock Drive at this event to benefit Knock Knock, Give a Sock, an organization that provides donated socks to our community's homeless. Bring a pair of new socks & drop them in the bin provided. Adult or child sizes; new, never worn, with tags.
Click the link below to learn more about our speakers and register for the event!
REGISTER TODAY!
Special thanks to our Education Sponsor Kalahari Resorts & Conventions for their generous support of MPI Greater New York.
Auction and Mixology Madness is coming soon to a venue near you!
Plans are in the works for this annual event to return November 2022.
Stay tuned for all the exciting details!
Interested in partnering with MPIGNY for the event this year? Contact our Director of Fundraising, Carri Farrand.
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After a short break from our regular monthly sessions, we were thrilled to return last month to God’s Love We Deliver for another group volunteer session, helping out in the kitchen preparing meals for the sick and homebound of our community. It is truly rewarding knowing that our efforts serve to aid in the health and well-being of so many whoe rely on GLWD for their daily nutritional needs. If you have not had a chance to join us for this volunteer experience, we encourage you to join us next time. Please contact MPIGNY Director of CSR, Marisa Wilkes at marisawilkes922@gmail.com for more information.
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We had a very successful first annual MPIGNY/PCMA softball game in Central Park followed by a happy hour reception. Thanks to all that played or just came to cheer and support. Sadly, we did not bring home the trophy this year, but we are already plotting our revenge for the 2nd Annual next year!
Big Thanks to Good Enough to Eat for hosting our post-game happy hour!
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What an amazing turnout for our August After Six Mix at Sally Can Wait. We enjoyed seeing many new faces join us for some end of summer mingling. Thanks to everyone who came out! We are already planning the next one so keep an eye out for a save the date coming soon!
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As you may know, London Convention Bureau has graciously sponsored a number of scholarships to cover the cost of a one-year planner membership to MPI. With many of our colleagues still reeling from the effects of the past two years, we want to be sure you know that there are still several scholarships available for qualified planners.
Now, more than ever, your MPI membership can provide the connections and industry relationships you need to move forward toward recovery.
Interested planners can apply here.
Volunteering with a committee is a great way to meet new clients and industry partners. Are you interested in getting more involved with MPI Greater New York but don’t know where to start?
Take our quick “Find Your Fit” survey so that we can help match you with the perfect volunteer opportunities with MPIGNY.
Click the link below to access the survey, which will help guide our conversation with you as you take the first step toward engaging with our MPIGNY community. Thank you in advance for your contributions. We look forward to welcoming you to the team!
Find Your Fit!
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At MPIGNY, our members are family, and in challenging times we believe in taking care of our own. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the financial hardships many are experiencing as a result, MPIGNY has set up a community support fund to provide monetary grants to our colleagues who need it most. If you are in need of assistance during this or any of life's more difficult moments, we may be able to help.
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Are you a new venue looking for an opportunity to showcase your space for event planners and industry leaders? Do you have a restaurant with the capability of hosting groups? Has your space undergone a renovation that you want the industry to see? Are you looking to boost your bookings in 2022? If you answered yes to any of these questions, become an MPIGNY Venue Partner!
MPIGNY hosts a number of events each year, ranging from education and networking events to our larger cross-industry Holiday Party to our annual signature fundraising Auction & Mixology event in the fall. Partnering with us means increased visibility and new business leads. We have a total reach to more than 3,000 meeting and event professionals within the New York tri-state area and would provide you with a tailor-made list of sponsor benefits that would touch each of these professionals not only at our partnered event, but through our MPIGNY network of social media, web presence, event marketing and beyond.
For more information, please see this snapshot of opportunities here. You can also reach out directly to our board members John Sklencar or Annie Kojundzija.
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Please join us in welcoming the following new members to our chapter!
Pamela Ezeta, The Leading Hotels of the World
Keely Fickau, PEI
Adrienne Forrest, Citizen Watch America
Victoria Franco, Glasshouses
Meghan Heidenberg, Mirbeau Inn & Spa
Vishesh Manghnani, VIVE Event Services
Cameron Ostmeier, La Tourelle Hotel & Spa
Sonia Schropfer, Vicki Johnson & Associates
Danica Schroth, Informa Connect
Meredith Shottes, CMP, Miller Tanner Associates
Michelle Slowe, Informa Connect
Pam Strug, KPMG
Emma Tietze, Brooklyn Bowl
Haley Turley, Williams Sonoma Inc.
Brigitte Underwood, FIRST Agency
Sharon Williams, CMP, Beyond Times Square
Thank you for your membership! We are glad you're here!
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We are pleased to share the following Membership Milestone Anniversaries. Thank you all for your dedication and commitment to our Chapter. We are grateful for your membership.
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We are pleased to offer you an opportunity to help a colleague, friend or young professional experience the benefits of MPI membership. By giving this referral voucher to a future MPI member, you will allow them to waive the $50 application fee. Also, for each new member who uses the voucher, you will receive $25 off your next membership renewal. Be sure to add your name and member ID to each voucher prior to giving it to a new member. After all, what are friends for?
If applying online, use discount code “MyFriendMPI” and enter the current member’s name in the “Referred by” field.
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Free, live webinars are available to all members on the MPI Academy web page. New webinars are being added on a regular basis.
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The MPI Foundation is focused on helping as many current members as possible retain their professional affiliation and the opportunity to continue to have access to all our resources. For more information, please contact Member Services at feedback@mpi.org.
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Did you know that MPI can help you cover costs for a preferred MPI membership and help fund your MPI Academy courses (including CMM, HMCC, Experiential Event Series, Meetings Essentials, Basics Boot Camp and more)?
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Sep 2022
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Spirit of New York | Chelsea Piers-Pier 61 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
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Sep 2022
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Give Back at GMHC’s Grab and Go Food Distribution Program
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Sep 2022
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"Putting People First: The Business Case for Creating Safety & Engagement" | The Graduate Roosevelt Island | 4:00 - 7:30 p.m.
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