MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD

MPI NEW JERSEY PULSE CHECK


Well WOW What a year it has been! Can you believe that white pants and flip flops are back? This team of MPI New Jersey has certainly elevated its level of attention to members, committee volunteers and the Board. Sitting in the Office of the President, we can tell you all we are focused on is you! Thank you for your support and contribution to the chapter. We are certainly looking forward to the rest of the year with this amazing team of people.


Since the MPI redesigned chapter structure was announced in June of last year we are still in the middle of an extended term. We will revert to a calendar year starting in January 2025, but this 18-month term has given us abundant opportunities to rise and elevate and hopefully we did not disappoint. The past year has many highlights to celebrate. In June of 2023 the chapter was awarded our first RISE Award for the MEETS Conference! This conference that was first held live in 2022 has continued to grow to become a calendar essential for industry professionals in the tri-state area. Our 2024 event, held in March in Atlantic City, was bigger and better and we anticipate that growth to continue thanks to the enthusiastic support of you, our chapter members, and our dedicated volunteers.


The MPI New Jersey CMP/CMM Event has come back strong as a live event in 2022 and 2023 and we look forward to the next event in the fall honoring our colleagues who have attained these important designations. Keep an eye on our website for details and make plans to join us.


We are all anxiously anticipating next week’s 26th Annual MPI New Jersey Golf Event scheduled for Tuesday, June 25 at the Crystal Springs Resort in Hamburg, New Jersey. This day is always a great opportunity to connect with colleagues and friends and meet new ones. What started as an annual event for golfers only has grown to include a golf clinic, wine tasting and a closing reception with great food, drink and an abundance of raffle prizes. And… we have it on good authority that, if your schedule permits, it’s not too late to join us for this fun-filled day! For more information on golfing, sipping wine, sponsoring or attending as a hosted buyer for the event CLICK HERE. After 26 years we are proud to say “Nobody does golf like MPI New Jersey!”


Suffice it to say we have had a busy year, and, in some ways, it feels like we are just getting started. Over the next year you will hear more from us about the newly formed MPI Regions and the positive impact our participation with other local chapters will have for you. As we continue our shared journey we want to hear from you, our loyal members. Let us know via social media, email, or phone how we are doing and what we can do to help enhance your MPI experience and advance your career goals.


MPI New Jersey Office of the President

Kellie Cahill, CMP - President

Trish Rafferty, CMP, HMCC - President-Elect

Corrine Statia-Thomas - Immediate Past President

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UPCOMING EVENTS

26TH ANNUAL GOLF EVENT


There is still time to register for MPI New Jersey's Signature Golf Event at Crystal Springs Resort on their Wild Turkey course. The golf event is an industry favorite with sponsorship opportunities, golf foursomes, and putt, sip, and dine foursomes. There is something for everyone to enjoy a day of networking.

PLANNERS:

Sign up and secure a hosted spot on a foursome for either 18 Holes of Golf or for the Putt, Sip and Dine activity.

HOSTED PLANNER SIGN UP! 

SUPPLIERS:

Hole sponsorships are still available which offers valuable face time with planners out on the course. Or entertain your clients by hosting a golf foursome or a putt, sip & dine foursome.

SPONSORS & FOURSOME REGISTRATION!

Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Location: Crystal Springs Resort

1 Wild Turkey Way

Hamburg, NJ 07419

SAVE THE DATE:


Education & Meet Up with the Mexican Caribbean

Date: Wednesday, August, 28, 2024

Time: 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Location: TBD

Enjoy an education program followed by a networking event sponsored by the Mexican Caribbean.

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MEMBERSHIP NEWS

MEMBER MILESTONES:

Congratulations to our chapter members celebrating anniversaries with MPI this month:


28 Years

JoAnn Mitchell, CMP MBA - Mitchell Management and Consulting

25 Years

Dawn Perrone, CMP CMM - Seqirus

22 Years

Robin Lasky, CMP - UnitedHealth Group

14 Years

Marti Winer, MBA- MGM Resorts International

7 Years

Diana Grazio

6 Years

Roseanne Ketchel, CMP - Panasonic

5 Years

Dana Romano - Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

4 Years

Beth Briant, CMP - FIRST Global Events Agency

3 Years

Nick Desiderio - CORT Events

Jennifer Klein - International Trademark Association

1 Year

Rhonda Moritz, CMP HMCC - Maritz Global Meetings & Events

Mary Jo Lake, CMP - Blueprint Worldwide

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS:

Let's celebrate our newest members!

  • Pia Carpenter - El Conquistador
  • Meredith Dickinson - Renault Winery Resort & Golf
  • Kelly Somers - Crum & Forster
  • amity wood - Visit Anaheim

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VOLUNTEERS POWER MPI:

As a Member of MPI-New Jersey, you have a vested interest in the future of this chapter. We want you to bring your talents to our team by volunteering and serving on a committee. When you GIVE your time, you GET so much more in return and GROW in ways you never expected. 


Complete the Volunteer Interest Form today, and you will be contacted by our membership team to discuss the right opportunity for you!

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SOCIAL MEDIA CORNER:

MPI is all about creating community and these days, we have more opportunities to connect online than in person. So, let us hear from you and engage with MPI New Jersey's social media channels, including Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter), to stay up to date on Chapter happenings! We look forward to hearing from you.

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