Meeting Professionals International | Chicago Area Chapter

Meeting Professionals International | Chicago Area Chapter Meeting Professionals International (MPI) Chicago Area Chapter - one of the largest chapters in the world Grow your Career, Build your business!

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Check out Lauren Riordan's story - why she joined, what keeps her engaged, and her advice for new members. We're gratefu...
09/28/2026

Check out Lauren Riordan's story - why she joined, what keeps her engaged, and her advice for new members. We're grateful for our incredible Chicago members!

Looking to get more connected with MPI Chicago Area Chapter?Join us for MPI-CAC Member Connect: Office Hours — a welcomi...
09/25/2026

Looking to get more connected with MPI Chicago Area Chapter?

Join us for MPI-CAC Member Connect: Office Hours — a welcoming, 30-minute virtual space to connect with fellow MPI members, meet chapter leaders, and explore ways to engage with the chapter.

🗓 First Friday of the month
⏰ 10:00–10:30 a.m. CT
💻 Virtual | Open to members and anyone interested in learning more about MPI

New members are automatically invited, and longtime members are always welcome.

🔗 Join us: bit.ly/4bmjbQ4

Whether you're breaking into the events industry or looking to reconnect with your professional home, the MPI-CAC Member...
09/24/2026

Whether you're breaking into the events industry or looking to reconnect with your professional home, the MPI-CAC Membership Grant provides financial support toward a new or renewed membership. Gain direct access to the mentorship, education, and community you need to thrive—without having to navigate your career alone. Applications are open to both new and returning members through October 15.

Apply Here: https://www.mpi.org/chapters/chicago-area/about-our-chapter/membership-grants?utm_source=hootsuite&utm_medium=&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=

Join MPI-CAC for an Important Webinar Training! The Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities invites MPI Chicago Area...
09/24/2026

Join MPI-CAC for an Important Webinar Training! The Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities invites MPI Chicago Area Chapter members to a training designed specifically for our hospitality and events community.

📅 October 5, 2026
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM CT
💻 Virtual Webinar

During this session, you’ll learn about:
✨ The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA)
✨ Appropriate and respectful disability terminology
✨ Strategies for providing physical, digital, and communication access
✨ Best practices for creating more inclusive and equitable experiences across Chicago

As part of MPI-CAC’s IDEA initiatives, this training is an opportunity to strengthen our understanding of accessibility and explore how we can create events and experiences where everyone feels welcomed and included.

Let’s continue learning, growing, and creating more accessible experiences together.

🔗 Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/zKRUAGxGRAWP4WFtOwhJcA

The many faces of MPI-CAC!Tag someone who makes our community better just by being in it 😊
09/23/2026

The many faces of MPI-CAC!

Tag someone who makes our community better just by being in it 😊

📣 SEPTEMBER 23 — LAST CHANCE Last call! ⏰ Your 40% savings end tonight. There’s still time to fall into what’s next fo...
09/23/2026

📣 SEPTEMBER 23 — LAST CHANCE Last call! ⏰ Your 40% savings end tonight. There’s still time to fall into what’s next for your event career. For today only, you can save 40% on a NEW MPI Planner or Supplier Membership at the Essential, Preferred or Premier level. Whether you're ready to expand your network, sharpen your skills or connect with more professionals in the industry, now is the time to make your move. Use promo code: FLASH26 🗓️ Offer ends tonight — September 23 at 11:59 PM PT. 💜 40% OFF NEW MPI MEMBERSHIPS Don't let this opportunity pass you by. Join MPI & Save 40% Offer applies to new Planner and Supplier memberships at the Essential, Preferred and Premier levels only. Cannot be combined with other discounted memberships or promotions.

Whether you are new to the industry, returning, or simply facing dues as a barrier, the MPI-CAC Membership Grant covers ...
09/09/2026

Whether you are new to the industry, returning, or simply facing dues as a barrier, the MPI-CAC Membership Grant covers one year of preferred membership so you can grow your network and skills. In return, recipients commit to joining a chapter committee within three months and staying active for at least a year to truly engage with our community. Apply by October 15, 2026, to unlock this opportunity and find your place in MPI-CAC.

Apply here: https://www.mpi.org/chapters/chicago-area/about-our-chapter/membership-grants?utm_source=hootsuite&utm_medium=&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=

Thank You for Making Leadership Day a Success! ✨What a morning! Thank you to everyone who joined us for MPI-CAC’s 2026 F...
09/08/2026

Thank You for Making Leadership Day a Success! ✨

What a morning! Thank you to everyone who joined us for MPI-CAC’s 2026 Fall Leadership Day and made it such a meaningful and inspiring experience.

A very special thank you to our speaker, Jeanne Sparrow, for serving as our moderator and bringing her incredible energy, authenticity, and expertise to the conversation. Your ability to engage the room, ask thoughtful questions, and create space for meaningful dialogue truly elevated the experience for everyone in attendance. We are so grateful for the perspective and passion you brought to Leadership Day! 💙

A very special thank you to our incredible sponsors, partners, venue team at 25 East Washington speakers, moderator, and panelists for sharing your time, expertise, and energy with our MPI-CAC community. Your support helps us create opportunities for growth, connection, and fearless leadership.

And to everyone who attended — thank you for showing up, leaning in, asking questions, making connections, and being part of the conversation. We hope you left feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to lead boldly and authentically.

Here’s to leading Fearlessly Authentic! ✨

We’re proud to support Sarah's Circle as our featured Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partner organization at the ...
09/07/2026

We’re proud to support Sarah's Circle as our featured Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partner organization at the 2026 MPI-CAC Signature Luncheon on Tuesday, November 24!

For more than 45 years, Sarah’s Circle has provided housing, essential resources, and supportive services to women experiencing homelessness, serving more than 750 women each year.

Attendees will have the opportunity to give back through a special onsite activation, creating care packages for Sarah’s Circle before lunch seating begins.

A special thank you to Choose Chicago, our generous 2026 CSR sponsor, for helping make this meaningful experience possible.

✨ Join us in making an impact:�

🔗 Register via https://ow.ly/P0Ts50ZIWRt!
🔗 Learn more about Sarah’s Circle at https://ow.ly/WjE050ZIWRu!

⏰ Last call to recognize the legends in our community!We have so many incredible people who make up this chapter, and th...
09/04/2026

⏰ Last call to recognize the legends in our community!

We have so many incredible people who make up this chapter, and the best way to honor their hard work and dedication is by nominating them for an award.

Whether it is a standout planner, an exceptional supplier partner, an inspiring chapter leader, or a champion of change, do not let their impact go unnoticed.

Nominations close on September 4. Take a few minutes today to give credit where it is due!

Submit your nominations here: 🔗 https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019f859d8d637971a6fb1fec802b4425

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