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Chapter Education — April 15, 2018 | MPI Wisconsin

MPI-Wisconsin Chapter Education
Thursday, April 12, 2018
Radisson Paper Valley
Appleton, WI

Lead First#MPIWI
For the first time ever MPI-WI and HSMAI-WI will be holding a joint meeting. We will celebrate Global
Meetings Industry Day (GMID) with others around the world. The Radisson Paper Valley Hotel and Fox Cities
Convention & Visitors Bureau will be our hosts for what will be a day of learning and celebration.

Partner &Partner Guest
Registration

Our Speaker for the day will be none other than Laura Schwartz, Professional Speaker, Author of Eat,
Drink & Succeed and Television Commentator. As the White House Director of Events during theClinton Administration, Laura created events that represented a nation and inspired the world. We will follow
up her presentation with an interactive panel of both MPI-WI and HSMAI-WI members to discuss the industry
trends and hot topics while adding in her insight as a past Director of Events at The White House. Panelmembers include:• Jen Yakimicki Guimond, North Central Group• David Helgeson, CMP Best Western Premier Waterfront Hotel & Convention Center• Dawn Conradt, Thrivent• Naomi Tucker, CMP, Meetings and Incentives Worldwide• Michelle Tyo-Johnson, Northcoast Productions

The Radisson Paper Valley Hotel is eager to help celebrate GMID with us as this is the day that brings
together leaders from across the meetings and events industry to showcase the real impact that businessmeetings, conferences, conventions, incentive travel, trade shows and exhibitions have on people, businessand communities. Stick around after the education as The Radisson Paper Valley Hotel will host a reception in the Club House Sports
Bar and Grill, featuring a gourmet mac & cheese bar.
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Our hosts are looking forward to showcasing The Fox Cities Exhibition Center in Downtown Appleton as Northeast Wisconsin’s newest
destination for conventions, trade shows, banquets, meetings, and entertainment, all with the highest level of service to event planners
and their attendees. With the official ribbon cutting on January 11th, 2018 we will be one of the first to hold an event in the new spaceconnected via a skywalk to the Radisson Paper Valley Hotel.
We will be partnering with the St. Paul Elder Services for our Community Outreach program. St. Paul Elder Services has developed
specialized programs and facilities that are specifically designed to enhance the lives of aging individuals.
Don’t forget to visit one of our complimentary 101 sessions before lunch:
CMP 101 - MPI-WI, along with Madison College, have teamed up to bring an exciting and unique learning experience to those planningto sit for the CMP exam. This month’s topics will be Site Management and Marketing.
MPI 101 - Are you new to MPI or would like to learn more about MPI and how to get involved? MPI 101 is the right place for you to be!
New and veteran members welcome! Join us before lunch for this complimentary informative session!

Laura Schwartz
Professional Speaker, Author, Television
Commentator
White House Director of Events during theClinton Administrat

AgendaThursday, April 12, 2018
Radisson Paper Valley
Appleton, WI— AM —
8:00 - 10:15

Board of Directors Meeting

Briarwood/Ebony

10:30 - 12:00

Registration

Grand Ballroom Foyer

10:45 - 11:45

MPI 101

Rosewood

10:45 - 11:45

CMP 101

Linden

12:00 - 1:00

Lunch and Networking

Pre-Function Area of the Fox Cities
Exhibition Center

1:00 - 4:00

Lead FirstLaura Schwartz

Salon CD

4:00 - 5:00

Reception - Sponsored by the Radisson Paper Valley
Raffle, appetizers and cash bar!

The Clubhouse Sports Bar and Grill— PM —

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Event Pricing
Parking fees not included.
Member:$55 ($75 after 04/06/2018)

Non-Member:$75 ($95 after 04/06/2018)
HSMAI-WIsconsin Member Registration

Student Member:$30 ($40 after 04/06/2018)

HSMAI WIsconsin Chapter Members use this registration link
to receive member registration rate.
HSMAI-WIsconsin Member Registration

Lead First“LEAD FIRST,” a unique & dynamic presentation on leadership in events during times of success, turbulence and change.
As a witness on the front lines of climactic celebrations as well as moments of great gravity, determination and leadership, Laura achieved a rare perspective on the private and public
events of first families and global leaders.
Laura shares valuable takeaways in this unforgettable program using inspiring stories and visuals from the earliest White House inhabitants, along with first-hand accounts of defining
moments during the Clinton administration. She illustrates real solutions from the successes and failures in leadership and events that we all can use in our daily lives as we work with ourclients and colleagues; and most importantly share within our great community of meeting professionals.
Following the luncheon Laura will moderate and participate in a discussion with your fellow MPI WI leaders and the audience to continue the conversation on the evolution of events, theirimpact in the present and the future.
You will also have an opportunity to purchase a copy of Laura’s best selling book, Eat, Drink & Succeed which she will be signing after her presentation and donating the proceeds of thosebooks sales back to MPI WI.
Speaker Bio:
Laura Schwartz - Professional Speaker, Author of Eat, Drink & Succeed and Television Commentator
As the White House Director of Events during the Clinton Administration, Laura created events that represented a nation and inspired the world. At just 19, she arrived at the White House
with no political connections and volunteered answering phones in the press office, quickly climbing her way up the ranks as a Staff Assistant, the Midwest Press Secretary, the Director ofTelevision and ultimately the White House Director of Events.
Today, as a professional speaker, respected television commentator and author of Eat, Drink & Succeed, Laura shares the secrets to building powerful, effective partnerships in ourcompanies, communities and beyond and motivates each audience to Eat, Drink & Succeed!
Laura is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois; is the guest host for Larry King’s PoliticKING, and travels extensively both domestically and internationally to work with Fortune’s Top 50 and 500
companies, independent businesses, industry associations, universities and nonprofit organizations, motivating people from all over the world to EAT, DRINK & SUCCEED!

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MPI 101
If you're new to MPI, or simply want to learn more about what MPI has to offer, please join us at MPI 101! We will have an overview of how MPI works, how to get involved,
and how to get the best out of your membership.

CMP 101
MPI-Wisconsin is proud to offer CMP 101, which is a one-hour study session for those interested in taking the CMP exam. From January through May, facilitators will cover two domain
topics per month. The sessions will include study tips, sample questions and focused topic presentations. Topics for this session: Site Management and Marketing.

Community Outreach St. Paul Elder Services - St. Paul Elder Services has developed specialized programs and facilities that are specifically designed to enhance the lives of aging individuals. Whether theneed is for short- or long-term, our caring, trained personnel are here to help. From daycare for loved ones who suffer from dementia, to rehabilitation centers for recovery from surgery,stroke, or illness, we can meet your needs and expectations.
Donation Items: DVDs, Music CDs, Books and Craft Supplies

Location, Map, and Lodging
Our Host and Program Location
ROOM BLOCK IS FULL AND HOTEL SOLD OUT
Radisson Paper Valley Hotel
333 W College Ave.
Appleton, WI 54911- Directions PDF- Ramp Parking Map - Skywalk on 3rd floor of ramps.
Room Rate: $109
ROOM BLOCK IS FULL AND HOTEL SOLD OUT
Room block Cut-Off: 04/05/2018
Reservations: 920-733-8000
Toll Free: 800-242-3499
Venue Website
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