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Events
 Although we can't be together in person while we are sheltering at home, we have created many virtual educational opportunities over the coming months, and we are deep in planning mode for the rest of the year. Join us and we will see you soon!
In case you missed it, MPISCC hosted a Chapter Chat on Wednesday May 13th. It was an opportunity for members to hear directly from Southern California leadership about the health of our chapter, and for the Board of Directors to hear from membership on how we can best serve them during these unprecedented times. Discussion topics included Member Support, Scholarships, Chapter Programming and MPI Global Initiatives. Below is a round up some of our favorite pics from past MPISCC meetings ....#TILLWEMEETAGAIN
Attendees were polled prior to the event “what type of content would you find most valuable right now?” Responses included:
If there are topics you would like to see offered, but are not included above, be sure to take the MPISCC Education and Membership Survey and make your voice heard! The event closed with a lively Q&A discussion, where participants took the opportunity to share with one another how their organizations are handling the transition to a virtual world, and what they currently experiencing. Many attendees felt that the discussion, which allowed members to hear from one another directly, was incredibly valuable. Look for another Chapter Chat coming soon! 
If you’re in the events industry, this is a harrowing time. Conferences and concerts have been cancelled, and not only that, been outright banned, around the world. What we used to market and produce is now mostly prohibited and it doesn’t look like events are coming back anytime soon.
So now what? Do we wait out what will likely be an 18-24 month return to normal, looking to quickly pivot to what seems to be the safe haven of virtual and digital? Read Heather's full article here for an incisive take on what's to come......
COVID-19 has brought many uncertainties with it. But, meeting planners can count on events looking vastly different moving forward than they have in the past. Here's a quick look at what the new requirements might look like.
The CVEP certificate acknowledges expertise in planning and implementing virtual meetings and events for associations and non-profit organizations.
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 Van is the founder of worksmart. A progressive team development and leadership training consultancy that utilizes creativity, play, and experiential learning to evolve mindset, skill sets, and behaviors in the workplace. Her work is built on the foundation that we are all creative, good ideas can come from any level of an organization, and by cultivating idea sharing in the workplace, everyone has a chance to have their voice heard, and contribute in meaningfully and effectively.
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Founder & Creative Strategist worksmart Advantage Did you know that MPISCC has different scholarship opportunities available to help members continue their education, attend events and more? Read on for a summary of our current offerings. Applications close on May 29th. Click here to read more and apply. Gary J. Rosenberg Scholarship Beverly Laing Student Scholarship Lois K. Hauser Award  Connect
In a virtual world, it is more important than ever that we come together as a chapter and recognize the outstanding achievements of those making a difference in our community. Please consider nominating one of your fellow members today. Learn more and nominate here. Shining Star of the Year - Chapter volunteers who are nominated throughout the year. Board members are not eligible for this award. Emerging Leader of the Year - Awarded to a new member (less than two years membership) who has made a significant contribution to the chapter during their short time as a member. Member of the Year - Awarded to a member (with more than two years membership) who has made significant contributions to the chapter, is active in the industry, and shows commitment to professional development. Chapter Leader of the Year - Awarded to a member of MPISCC who has influenced the chapter based on their ability to motivate others, stimulate volunteer action, provides a sense of direction and serves as a catalyst to produce exceptional results.
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Click here to take the survey now! In appreciation of your time, respondents will have the opportunity to win a 2-night stay at the beautiful Conrad Punta de Mita Luxury Resort with breakfast good through November 2021.
 As we navigate through an uncertain time within our industry, there are many unknowns. But if there is one thing we do know and is that MPISCC will continue to provide members with important, relevant and timely professional development opportunities, be it virtually, in-person, or some combination of both. To successfully execute a conference in any format takes many months of careful planning, so we are excited to announce that the (We)Con21 Call for Speakers is officially open! Topics will include: Dynamic Engagement in a Virtual World, Resume Writing, Maximizing Your LinkedIn Profile, Contract Negotiations in a New Era, Food & Beverage Trends, Emergency Preparedness, Planning Meetings on Limited Budget, Social Media and many others. Click here to learn more and apply today!  Industry News
Here, in part three of the MPI annual “State of the Industry” report, a cross section of MPI members discuss pain points, diversity and inclusion, business continuity and passion for events.
Dr. Brian Labus, epidemiologist and health sciences expert at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, weighs in on how to prepare event professionals for the challenges of the next few months.
As the health and safety of visitors to Los Angeles is paramount, Los Angeles Tourism is committed to providing meeting professionals with accurate and timely information as they prepare for upcoming conferences, conventions, trade shows and exhibitions in L.A.
When this year began, it looked as if 2020 would be a strong year for the events industry. Six months later, however, and the outlook is much less optimistic. Here's one industry expert's forecast for what the we can expect during the remainder of the year and beyond.
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As we continue to adapt to our current environment, we want to ensure that MPISCC is providing the most relevant educational offerings and membership benefits to our chapter. Please take a moment to complete this brief survey by June 15th.
