Meetings are big investments and stakeholder expectations for measurable value based outcomes are at an all-time high. Understand trends that validate the need for a meeting activity, data & spend management process; Examine the umbrella of meeting data and value categories to track and incorporate into an action plan; Learn how to assess and leverage this data to enhance…
In this high-impact, interactive session, Jan Spence will share actionable tools event planners can utilize when dealing with the stressful, chaotic details of planning, prepping, and executing to truly surpass their role as a “just a meeting planner” by moving to the next level to become a show producer. Attendees will be challenged to step…
Meeting professionals are so over-taxed in the present, they often forget—or don’t have the time—to look ahead. Take a moment to preview the future based on MPI’s most recent Meetings Outlook research, published quarterly in The Meeting Professional magazine and then discuss the trends that are most affecting you and your peers. Brainstorm ways to…
This webinar will explore sexual harassment claims in the wake of the #MeToo movement. Women make up a majority of the employees in hospitality and service organizations. The nature of their work contemplates the close involvement of guests/attendees with the goal of satisfying and/or exceeding guest/attendee expectations. Join legal experts from employment law firm Campbell Litigation and…
Hybrid is the breakout star of the meeting industry, but it requires meeting professionals to stretch their creativity, strategizing, execution and measurement and integrate technology with traditional live events to create new types of experiences and content delivery tools. Discover the basic tools and skills you need to take your event online to a broader…
The greatest asset of any destination organization is the people who work there and the systems that support their work. As human resources and technology are two of the largest expenses of a destination organization, so are they two of the most vital elements. This course will review these elements to provide participants with the tools they…
Are you responsible for administering your organization’s 401(k) plan? If so, this webinar is for you. In the fifth installment in the “Ask the 401(k) Professionals” series, sponsored by the ASAE Retirement Trust, retirement plan experts will share best practices and key insights on plan administration. After this webinar, you will: Know what administrative activities…
On April 12, 2018, meeting professionals around the world will gather to educate, advocate and promote the power of the global meetings and events industry. See how peers from around the globe celebrate by registering to view this special broadcast and gain some educational clock hours, too.
To keep our Healthcare Meeting Compliance Certificate recipients up to date on healthcare meeting compliance regulations, cross-border compliance, CMS Open Payments changes and updates, the EFPIA Disclosure Code, and other healthcare trends, Meeting Professionals International (MPI) requires all current HMCCs to attend a refresh webinar on the second anniversary of their class date.
#CSRShareDay is a 24 hour twitter campaign where sustainability champions across the globe host an hour of conversation discussing and sharing their Corporate Social Responsibility actions and methods to make their business more sustainable for their local environment and beyond. The movement plays a pioneering role in a global sharing of wisdom, ideas, challenges, best practices,…
How would you ensure your group’s safety if a crisis – natural disaster, terrorism, civil unrest – occurs during your meeting? Experts will provide tips and discuss best practices for crafting – and practicing – an emergency crisis plan.
The products incentive recipients receive may change somewhat from one year to the next, depending on the state of the economy, the evolving taste of the public, or even fads. But making sure those awares are from popular brand name manufacturers never changes. In this webcast, you will learn how brand drives trophy value, and…
This online seminar series—created specifically for association employees whose work involves professional development—identifies key issues in speaker management and explores solutions for vetting and cultivating faculty for your learning programs. During this four-part virtual program, you’ll have an opportunity to network with colleagues and gather tips and practical tools that you can implement immediately at the…
Whether you are new to association government relations or are an established association professional interested in building your GR knowledge, this four part series will provide you with the essential information you need to develop a proactive and strategic GR program.
Recent discussion about millennials, baby boomers, Gen Xers, and members of other generations—including their behaviors in the workforce—have become more divisive. But each age group brings its own strengths to your association’s staff team. Sarah Sladek, best-selling author and CEO of XYZ University, shares her expertise and experiences helping organizations engage with the varied generations…
Associations today must find their purpose and proudly share it to galvanize members, nonmembers, and employees. In this lunchtime webinar sponsored by the ASAE Marketing Section Council, learn how ISACA, an association of IT professionals focused on information security and governance, identified its purpose and the impact of spreading that message to its global professional…
What do Albert Einstein, Walt Disney, and Bill Gates have in common? All are known for being brilliant in their respective fields, but none would have achieved that status without an “Aha” moment—a moment of sudden realization, inspiration, insight, recognition, or comprehension. This one-hour webinar will discuss the neuroscience of creativity and share a case study…
Does going green have to include red ink? It turns out that planning an earth-friendly event can be good for your organization’s bottom line, while doing the right thing for the planet. Learn which best green practices will make you a cost-conscious star.
Successful meeting planners are moving away from tactical roles. They’re trading in old-school RFPs and spreadsheets, and providing value-add services that are more in-demand. Join us for a discussion on how to work smarter with modern venue negotiation and sourcing strategies, so you can drive more growth for your company and customers – and have time to…
Negotiating for hotel space has been a real challenge for many planners, given record-setting hotel demand and a shortage of meeting space. Now we can add industry consolidation and a raft of mergers and acquisitions to the list of complexities. As hotel companies combine, where does that leave planners? Is it a boon or a…
Relive the education and excitement from 2018 Convening Leaders! Join us for a full day of online education and networking. The PCMA Digital Experience Institute will be rebroadcasting the most talked about sessions from Nashville. Schedule and additional details to come! Thanks to Meetings + Conventions Calgary for making this online event possible.
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