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Intentional and meaningful connections Events are one of the best and one of the most wasted opportunities to make positive impact on the world, according to Beth Surmont, an MPI WEC 2026 speaker. mpi.org/media/blog/art…

Embrace your anxiety Your stress can make you a better event professional, according to Paul Wong, an MPI WEC 2026 speaker. @CaesarsMeetings mpi.org/media/blog/art…

The attendee engagement puzzle takes center stage with eventpros Andrea Yates and Mark Mallchok on MPI’s EVENTalks podcast. mpi.org/listen/evental…

From replacing water bottles with fun stations to offering swag-swap stations for branded apparel, Rebecca Cowlin from streamlinevents joins MPItv to share simple steps for bolstering event sustainability. mpi.org/media/mpi-tv

Event professionals perform significant emotional labor, which often occurs behind the scenes and is not widely recognized or compensated, says Keira Solon, a speaker at MPI’s 2026 World Education Congress, June 2-4 in San Antonio.

One question every planner should ask before signing a contract, and other insights from industry attorney and professor Tyra Warner, a speaker at MPI’s 2026 World Education Congress, June 2-4 in San Antonio. mpi.org/media/blog/art…

Most teams aren’t held back by a lack of talent, but by hesitation, misalignment and conversations that never happen, according to Lilah Jones, a keynote speaker at MPI’s 2026 WEC, June 2-4 in San Antonio. mpi.org/media/blog/art…

Change your brain, change your life Peak performance isn’t just about what you do, it’s about how you think while you’re doing it, according to Jim Kwik, a keynote speaker at MPI’s World Education Congress, June 2-4 in San Antonio. mpi.org/media/blog/art…

As MPI members, you spend most of your time making events happen for everyone else. Cvent CONNECT 2026 is one of the few moments where you can step back, sit in the attendee seat, and focus on your own growth. Learn more: mpi.org/media/blog/art…

Let’s plan powerfully, together. When complexity rises, Marriott Bonvoy Convention & Resort Network is here to help. @Marriott mpi.org/docs/default-s…

I’ve been keeping a secret… How the MPI Academy is moving from being a learning provider to being a learning ecosystem with Lori Pugh, VP of the MPI Academy. themeetingprofessionaldigital.org/themeetingprof…

A 20-year journey into the power of being there Designing truly engaging experiences creates lifelong impact with Jessie States, VP of MPI Consulting. themeetingprofessionaldigital.org/themeetingprof…

One program. Multiple leadership paths. MPI + SDSU Payne School of Hospitality & Tourism prepare event leaders for the full experience economy. 👉 Learn more: gc.sdsu.edu/4sO8Tgv

From invisible to indispensable How event professionals can own their purpose—and overcome uncertainty and burnout as a result. @CaesarsMeetings themeetingprofessionaldigital.org/themeetingprof…

Smarter event sustainability choices benefit people and planet Event sustainability thought leaders on strategies for reducing food waste, how sustainability efforts are received by attendees and how data collection can be improved. mpi.org/media/blog/art…

𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟵-𝟭𝟮, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗮𝘁 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘀! Venue𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘵 is where the people who run venues connect with the people who bring them to life - 𝘺𝘰𝘶. Visit 𝗶𝗮𝘃𝗺.𝗼𝗿𝗴 for more

The courage to take risks In our MPI member spotlight, Sarah Soliman discusses the keys to positive travel experiences and why the future of events depends on our ability to creatively adapt and confidently lead. themeetingprofessionaldigital.org/themeetingprof…

Finding common ground MPI President and CEO Paul Van Deventer on the furtherance of a shared passion for the positive impact of events. themeetingprofessionaldigital.org/themeetingprof…

What if AI could handle the logistics so you could focus on what actually moves the needle? 🤔 📍 July 27–29, 2026 | JW Marriott L.A. Live, Los Angeles, CA 💻 Virtual passes available ⏰ Early Bird pricing ends April 30 — save $200! Register: iaap-summit.org

Your automatic next step Exciting updates to MPI’s Certificate in Meeting Management program will elevate the designation, its immersive experience and your future. themeetingprofessionaldigital.org/themeetingprof…