Meeting Professionals International - MPI

04/23/2025

April is Global Volunteer Month and we want to express our deepest thanks to each volunteer!

Your talent, passion, energy, and commitment are truly inspiring, showcasing the power of collective action and community spirit.

Thank you for being the change-makers of MPI. Your generosity and kindness inspire us all! 👏

04/22/2025

We can't believe is just 2 months away!

We’re getting hyped for powerful keynotes, immersive education, and that unreal STL energy.

🎥 Watch the video, feel the vibes—and get ready to rally with us June 18-20!

Learn more: https://wec.mpi.org/

RVRB Agency

04/22/2025

From The Meeting Professional: More connected than ever. How Cvent’s annual CONNECT industry conference found the right fit in the Alamo City after more than a decade in Las Vegas.

Read the story: https://www.themeetingprofessionaldigital.org/themeetingprofessional/library/item/march-april_2025/4261342/

Cvent

04/21/2025

We’re not saying who… but our mystery headliner is kind of a big deal 👀

Let’s just say this STL icon is known for turning up the heat 🔥 and bringing the party with them.

Join us for WEC St. Louis → https://mpi.org/wec

You don’t miss this year's Closing Celebration.

Explore St. Louis

04/21/2025

Contract confidently in Tampa Bay! We'll cover your deposit—book the Tampa Convention Center now and save with our Treasured Savings incentive. ✨

Learn more: https://assets.simpleviewinc.com/simpleview/image/upload/v1/clients/tampabay/Treasured_Savings_ee462ad7-dc49-40e3-ae1c-569b01dc35aa.pdf?utm_source=mpi&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=meetings&utm_content=treasuredsavings

04/18/2025

Business uncertainty advice from event pros: Learn how to manage business uncertainty—in 2025 and beyond—with insightful perspectives from experienced event professionals.

Read on the blog: https://www.mpi.org/blog/article/business-uncertainty-advice-from-event-pros--part-1

To help you manage business uncertainty—in 2025 and beyond—we’re asking your event peers to share best practices and advice based on their experience. This is Part 1 of a series on uncertainty in the global meeting and event industry.

04/18/2025

“Be where your heart is.” Stephen Revetria, a sports venue-events trailblazer and longtime meeting industry advocate, is the 2025 MPI Industry Leader Award recipient.

Read the full story: https://www.themeetingprofessionaldigital.org/themeetingprofessional/library/item/march-april_2025/4261311/

04/17/2025

What does meaningful wellness look like at events? Caesars Entertainment is teaming up with TRILUNA to show planners how it’s done—with expert insights from Ashley Brooke James, co-founder of TRILUNA and a featured speaker at WEC St. Louis.

Read more → https://www.mpi.org/blog/article/crafting-event-wellness-experiences-that-resonate-with-attendees

“Wellness doesn’t have to be an elaborate ritual,” says Ashley Brooke James co-founder of TRILUNA, a company that helps organizers, HR teams and marketers build meaningful connections to increase well-being and engagement for groups and events.“

04/17/2025

The Leadership Edge: Timeless Skills for Event Professionals

04/17/2025

The March/April issue of The Meeting Professional is here! This edition dives into embracing your strengths—whether you're navigating networking as an introvert, leveling up with AI, or championing neurodiversity in events. Plus, meet industry leader Stephen Revetria and hear from WEC keynote Dr. Temple Grandin!

Read the issue: https://www.themeetingprofessionaldigital.org/themeetingprofessional/library/item/march-april_2025/4261291/

04/16/2025

Flashback to the epic vibes of Closing Celebration at

And get ready, because this year we’re turning it ALL the way up 🔥

Inspired by St. Louis’s iconic music, arts, and food scene, our Closing Celebration at will be bigger, bolder, and unlike anything we’ve ever done before. Think music festival energy meets STL soul—with street art, local brews, and bold flavors bringing it all to life.

👀 Details coming soon, but trust us—you’ll want to stick around for this one!

Explore St. Louis

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04/16/2025

An inclusive, forward-thinking community. The event industry thrives on inclusivity and diversity, principles that have always been and will continue to be at the heart of MPI, according to MPI President and CEO Paul Van Deventer.

Read more from The Meeting Professional: https://www.themeetingprofessionaldigital.org/themeetingprofessional/library/item/march-april_2025/4261301/

04/14/2025

🚨 Don’t miss your chance to save! 🚨

WEC St. Louis is just around the corner, and early pricing ends on April 15. This is your moment to join us for an unforgettable experience of learning, networking, and business growth.

Register now and lock in the savings before it’s too late: https://wec.mpi.org/

04/14/2025

Wellness, redefined. Caesars Entertainment is setting a new standard for meetings and events—one mindful moment at a time. Take a look inside their immersive Wellness Roadshow at Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West.

👉 https://www.mpi.org/blog/article/engaging-all-senses-at-caesars-entertainment-s-wellness-roadshow

04/10/2025

Looking for a new way to lead? Start with play.

At , "The Power of Play feat. Freestyle Love Supreme" is bringing rhythm, creativity, and laughter to the keynote stage—showing us how improvisation can help teams build trust, adapt on the fly, and unlock bold ideas. 🎶

From the team behind the Tony Award–winning Broadway show, this session blends hip-hop, science, and spontaneous connection to help you:
✔️ Build deeper collaboration
✔️ Embrace uncertainty with confidence
✔️ Energize your leadership through creativity

🎟️ Register before early bird ends 4/15: mpi.org/wec

04/08/2025

Calling all changemakers and purpose-driven leaders!
Confidence isn’t just a personal trait—it’s a leadership skill. And Brittany Packnett Cunningham is here to show you how to build it in yourself and spark it in others.

Join us at WEC St. Louis on June 18 as Brittany delivers a can’t-miss keynote: The Confidence Revolution—an inspiring, actionable session that will leave you energized to lead with boldness, authenticity, and impact.

💥 Don’t wait—early pricing ends April 15!
🎟️ Register now at mpi.org/wec

04/08/2025

In the meeting and events industry, experience gets you in the door, but leadership takes you further.

That’s why MPI is proud to partner with San Diego State University, offering a Master of Meeting & Event Management degree program designed for professionals ready to take the next step. With a flexible, hybrid format, this program is built for those balancing work, life, and career growth.

If you’re looking to move beyond management and into executive leadership, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

🔗 Explore the program: https://gc.sdsu.edu/3DQ5muV

04/04/2025

Advocacy in action! MPI’s IBOD Chair-Elect Jim Russell and CEO Paul Van Deventer are in D.C. this week, joining nearly 400 delegates at USTravel’s Capitol Hill fly-in to champion key issues shaping the travel and hospitality industries. 💼✈️