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VOL 41/NUM 6

C H A P T E R“MPI-WI Chapter is the bridge to knowledge, compelling ideas, andrelationships to create a voice in the meetings and events industry.”A W A R D

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MPI-WISCONSIN
2019-2020
BOARD OF DIRECTORSPRESIDENT
JOELLEN GRABER
Impact Association Management
joeygraber1@gmail.com
PRESIDENT-ELECTALISON HUTCHINSON
Fox Cities Convention & Visitors Bureau
ahutchinson@foxcities.org
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENTTAMARA JESSWEIN, CMPHID Global
tjesswein@hidglobal.com
VICE PRESIDENT OF FINANCE
SHANNON TIMMERMAN, CMP
Wilderness Resort in Wisconsin Dells
stimmerman@wildernessresort.com
VICE PRESIDENT OF MEMBERSHIPREGGIE DRISCOLL, CMP
State Bar of Wisconsin
rdriscoll@wisbar.org
VICE PRESIDENT OF EDUCATIONREBECCA STAATSAAA of Wisconsin
rlstaats@aaawisconsin.com
VICE PRESIDENT OF COMMUNICATIONSJASON KAUFFELD, CMP
Green Lake Conference Center
JasonK@glcc.org
DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EVENTSNICOLE ELLICKSON, CMP
AFCC
nellickson@afccnet.org
DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC PARTNERS & SPONSORSHIPSMELISSA FALENDYSZ, CMP
National Association of Tax Professionals
mfalendysz@naptax.com
DIRECTOR OF MEMBER CARELIZ UNRUH
Wisconsin Center District
eunruh@wcd.org

VOL 41 / NUM 6

Feature Articles
IMEX 2019 Delivers on Value!

8

Holilday Opportunity: Bidding for Good

102019 MPI-WI Emerald City Gala

12

Join us in January!

16

Education Opportunity GrOW

17

September in the Wisconsin Dells

18

MPI-WI's CMP 101: What's It All About?

20

Light It Up with Projection Mapping

24

February Preview: Capital Morning in Madison

27

In Every Issue
Editor’s Note

4

President’s Column

6Social Responsibility Update: Sustainability in Meetings & Events

11

Supplier Profile: Jason Chance

14

Planner Profile: Amy Qualmann, CMP

15

New Members & Anniversaries				

22

Who's in the News				26

Volunteer Spotlight: Greta McCue

28

Board Member Profile: Reggie Driscoll, CMP

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CalendarBC

DIRECTOR OF AWARDS, SCHOLARSHIPS & RECRUITMENTCATHY CLUFF
Oshkosh Convention & Visitors Bureau
cathy@visitoshkosh.com
DIRECTOR OF MONTHLY PROGRAMMINGJOSHUA WIMMERRadisson Hotel Milwaukee Westjmwimmer@wi.rr.com
DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION PROJECTSKYRA POPP
Wisconsin Dells Visitor & Convention Bureau
kyra@wisdells.com
DIRECTOR OF DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONSSHERRY WOLFF
Kohlersherry.wolff@kohler.com
DIRECTOR OF PUBLICATIONS & SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
KATHY READINGThe Scan Group, Inc.
reading@scangroup.net

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Facebook: facebook.com/mpiwi
Twitter: twitter.com/mpiwisconsin
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MPI-WISCONSIN CHAPTEREDITOR'S NOTE

H

ello, my MPI Peeps! In this Agenda,
we’re talking about Uncommon
Solutions. Over the years working
in various hospitality jobs, I haveexercised my creative muscle to deliver
uncommon solutions to many unique situations.
Allow me to share one that I will always remember.

Published bimonthly by
Meeting Professionals International –Wisconsin Chapter
CO-EDITORS
Katie McGinnis
Iron Horse Hotel
kmcginnis@theironhorsehotel.com
Chris Alberti, CMP
Derse
calberti@derse.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Kathy Reading
Kyra Popp
Beth Schnabel, CED, CUDE
Craig Molitor
Rebecca Staats
Jodi Goldbeck
Greta McCue
Tom Graybill
Danielle Ziegler

GRAPHIC DESIGNAnn Shultz, AJS Designs

PHOTOGRAPHY
Tamara Jesswein, CMP
Shannon Timmerman, CMP
Sherry Wolff
Kathy Reading
JoEllen GraberTracey Bockhop, CMP
Nicole Ellickson, CMP

PUBLICATION DEADLINES
January/February 2020
Deadline: November 15, 2019
March/April 2020
Deadline: January 15, 2020
May/June 2020
Deadline: March 15, 2020

PERMISSIONS
Material in this publication may not be
reproduced in any form without permission.
Statements of fact and opinion within Agenda
are the responsibility of the author(s) anddo not imply an opinion of the officers or
members of MPI or MPI-Wisconsin Chapter.
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In 2007, I worked for a plastics company where I helped book their travel andevents. Each year they hosted a sales meeting in a resort or tourist city to show
them a new destination. The year that I was to plan the event, they wanted tohost in Winona, Minnesota, where the company was based...in FEBRUARY. Thislocation brought several challenges. Along with winter weather, Winona is a fairly
small town. (You could take a five-dollar cab ride and travel the entire city.)
The owner of the company owned a golf course and wanted to utilize this golfcourse for an activity. “Wait...what? You want me to plan an event at the golf course
during Minnesota’s winter? OUTSIDE?” With no time for hesitation, I had to think
hard for a solution that would work for all.
As an added twist, many of the attendees were traveling from Asia and Europe.
Some may never have seen snow and certainly may not have proper winterouterwear.
We came up with a few activity ideas to highlight winter fun and share experiences
some might not have had. Boot hockey, closest to the pin, snowmobiling, andsledding were all activities added to our plan. Wow, if we were going to keep
guests outside this long, we better provide winter gear to keep them warm! We
put bins in the Winona offices for staff to collect jackets, hats, and gloves that theyeither wanted back after their visit or would donate to a charity. Plenty of people
pitched in and donated, which helped build excitement!
On the day of this activity, I was still nervous about how the group would feel about
being outside! Attendees all piled out of the hotel enthusiastically with jackets
and hats to stay warm. Everyone broke into groups to try each activity. It washeartwarming to see everyone enjoying themselves exploring the snow. We all kept
warm in the barn in-between stations with hot toddies and snacks. When everyone
finished, we went inside the golf course restaurant for hot chili and cornbread.
It was an event that I never thought could be pulled off but is one of my favorite
event stories to tell.
We all face situations we’d rather avoid, but I’m sure glad that I stepped up to thischallenge. When you’re faced with an unexpected issue at an event or need to pull
off an out-of-the-box solution, take the time to brainstorm and think it through. Think
about what your attendees will want to see. MPI teaches us that these events arealways about the attendee experience. Remember that any of these uncommon
solutions can become your favorite event stories, just as this is one of mine!
Thanks for letting me share! If you want to plan a winter fun event, please reachout, and I would love to share more details!

Katie McGinnis

November/December 2019

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PRESIDENT'S COLUMNUNCOMMON SOLUTIONS
his issue of our Agenda is focusing on uncommon solutions. I guess you
could say that I have spent most of my career in uncommon meetingsand event planning. I started at the Wisconsin Lottery working on player
relations and winner events, then moved to Harley-Davidson to work on their
Anniversary event and HOG touring rallies. Both of these jobs involved out-of-the box
thinking and unique solutions.
JO ELLEN GRABER
President, MPI-WI Chapter

When planning an event in an unfamiliar location, I highly recommend contacting the
local DMO for ideas to highlight the area and heighten your attendees' experience.
They can tell you about the area and uncover unique opportunities. They can also
share what others have done — and if it was successful or how it could be improved.

I would be remiss not to mention
how our gala team blows it out thewater every year. Nicole Ellickson,
CMP, Darcie Holte, Tom Graybill,
Reggie Driscoll, CMP, Jessica
Rieflin, Tracey Bockhop, CMP,
Stacey Lucas and Maddisen Vahl
all did such a great job. Thank you
to the Hotel Retlaw and Destination

There are many different ways to incorporate the great things about the locationof your event. When I was recently at a conference in New Orleans, we were able
to participate in a second line brass band parade. This was a once-in-a-lifetime
experience and a great taste of the region. You'll also notice that many Wisconsin
meeting spaces offer some variation on a taste of Wisconsin. This usually includes
cheese, brats, pretzels, cranberries, or beer, but we all recognize the fare. Local foodis a great way to highlight the tastes of Wisconsin to people from outside our state.
Consider including an uncommon event feature to support the cultural trend of selfcare. There was a meditation lounge at WEC this year, and it was popular. (It felt
great to take a break!) Many attendees said they were scheduling time to meditate
and focus on themselves throughout the day. Some physical activity is also popular.
Adding yoga, a run, or a nature walk is a great way to get attendees' endorphins
pumping. I have even been a part of small breakouts going off-campus and outside
to greenspace or a quiet park. It's refreshing to change it up from the usual classroom
style learning.

Fond du Lac Region for making
the Emerald City feel so real.

Fresh off the heels of our own over the uncommon annual gala event, I would be
remiss not to mention how our gala team blows it out the water every year. Nicole
Ellickson, CMP, Darcie Holte, Tom Graybill, Reggie Driscoll, CMP, Jessica Rieflin,
Tracey Bockhop, CMP, Stacey Lucas and Maddisen Vahl all did such a great job.
Thank you to the Hotel Retlaw and Destination Fond du Lac Region for making the
Emerald City feel so real.

Jo Ellen Graber

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executive level: The Governor’s Club. With spacious guestrooms and access to a newly-renovated lounge with a capitol
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IMEX 2019 Delivers on Value!
By: Kyra Popp and others

IMEX is a great way to site future locations for your events. Every major city, CVB, DMC, airline, AV, andtech company is represented. It’s a one-stop-shop to vet locations and venues, before site inspections.
The education sessions, networking, and relationship-building opportunities all contribute to the value.
IMEX 2019 began with Smart Monday, filled with awesome
content including many former MPI-WI speakers. {Clearly,
our chapter's education team is leading the way for topnotch education!)

DJ Warren Peace
DJ Warren Peace at MPI’s
Foundation event at Drais.
If you want your attendees
to be on the dance floor allnight, he’s your guy!

On Tuesday, VISIT Milwaukee and the three-city collectiveof Milwaukee-Portland-Pittsburgh sponsored “Yes, and: The
Power of Improvisation in the Workplace.” The improv troupe,
Four Day Weekend, presented a highly engaging session
based on the principles of improv.
More than 3,400 exhibitors from different countries and cities
showcased their culture in many unique ways - from theuse of virtual reality machines to live tattoo artists. The New
Zealand booth featured a tattoo artist who would listen to
your story and then design a tattoo for you. One woman whochose to get a tattoo at IMEX explained that she was recently
in a severe car accident and almost lost her life. She wanted
the tattoo to remind her to cherish each and every day.
IMEX 2019 delivered new experiences at every turn.

Wisconsin Team
Wisconsin’s booth was very
popular, featuring a Wisconsin
cheese tasting experience,
partnering with the Dairy Farmers
of Wisconsin. Representatives
from Travel Wisconsin, Green Bay,
Middleton, Madison, Lake Geneva,
and Wisconsin Dells participatedin the booth.
Photos by Kyra Poppand others

Drais
Two more great views from MPI’s
Rendezvous at Drais. This club has a great
outdoor pool and beach space in addition to
the dance floor - perfect for a large event!

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November/December 2019 MPI Agenda																		Cosmopolitan
Marriott International hosted a fabulous event at the Cosmopolitan,
featuring food stations and performances by Taylor Dane and thePointer Sisters. (Actually the original Pointer sister Ruth, her daughter,and her granddaughter.) Guests enjoyed networking and building
relationships with Marriott contacts.

Michelle Gielan
Michelle Gielan was a keynote who spoke about thepower of optimism. New research shows that 90% of
our long-term success is predicted not by our external
circumstance, but how we process the world around us.
OPTIMISM is the scientific key to our success.
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Holiday
Opportunity:

Sustainability
Sustainability in events was a hot topic this year.
Our peers are taking significant steps to make their
meetings green.

Bidding for Good
By: Beth Schnabel, CED, CUDE
Fall is here! The kids are back in school. Oversized
sweaters can come out of summer retirement. The
back corner of Target will soon have a new selection of
farmhouse chic Christmas décor. The three letters smelledround the world are popping up everywhere: PSL.
But the MOST exciting Fall event: MPI-WI’s Bidding forGood is right around the corner! Bidding for Good istrue to the mission of MPI-WI to “connect industry
professionals together to learn best practices, build
relationships, and enhance business opportunities.” Thisis your chance to support chapter operations including
speaker honorariums, member recognition events,
the Kristin Bjurstrom Krueger Student Scholarship, andthe Chapter Founder’s Grant.

Impact Report
Maritz Global Events/Experient introduced theirinaugural Event Impact Report: Designing for
Objectives which highlights innovative thinking,trends, and insights related to top event objectives.
Attendees welcomed this Impact report’s data-driven
insights based on the collective knowledge of theirteams, helping organizations make better decisions.

Bidding for Good is a website that raises money for ourchapter by donations and word of mouth. The Biddingfor Good community includes more than 450,000 bidders
and has helped raise more than 293 million dollars!
This year’s MPI-WI Bidding for Good will take place
November 22 - December 9. Watch for the official email
and social media announcements for unique gifting andexperiential opportunities!
Remember — bidding isn’t limited to MPI
members. Please share the link via social media anddirectly with members, non-members, in-state friends, outof state friends, relatives, and coworkers!
So, grab your PSL, snuggle up in a warm blanket, andget a jump start on your holiday shopping list while alsoraising money for your favorite chapter. We raised over
$8000 last year. Let’s go for $10,000+ this year!
If you have any questions, or would like to contribute a
donation, please contact Beth Schnabel at beths@filene.
org. You may also visit the Bidding for Good website atwww.biddingforgood.com.
Thank you for your support and happy bidding!

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MPI Agenda																	Sustainability in

Meetings & Events
By: Kathy Reading

Many large hotel brands are making efforts to reduce waste on a large scale. MarriottInternational is replacing plastic, travel-sized tubes of shampoo, conditioner, and bath gelwith larger pump bottles, which will be made from recyclable material. InterContinental
Hotels Group is also planning to replace travel-sized tubes with larger toiletries starting in
2021. Hilton recycles used soap, transforming it into new bars after they’ve been broken
down and sanitized.

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ith hotels making substantial commitments, what more can we as meeting professionals due to help?
In the latest issue of MPI’s Meetings Outlook, sustainability remains a key and growing focus forplanners. 62 percent of survey respondents say their organizations have adopted more sustainablepurchasing.

Meetings Outlook presents several ideas to implement more sustainable practices:
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Seek out meeting spaces in buildings with a LEED or WELL sustainability certifications.
Consider meetings in outdoor green spaces.
When possible, source from local restaurants and farmer’s markets.
Ask for compostable and recycled plates, cups, and utensils.
Solicit attendee donations for groups such as Dress for Success, which redistribute gently used clothing.
Request energy-efficient LED lighting.
Consider microbe-powered food digester to process food waste.
Research technology options for remote translators (such as Translate Your World), rather than flying in
multiple translators.

In my own experience, my company has
many options for more sustainable print,
display, and signage materials for our clients.
We’ve even found ways to re-use and repurpose single-event banners. Push yourvendors for their uncommon suggestions to
support your sustainable goals.

Image Credit: MPI Global									Social Responsibility Update

For more inspiration, read the MPI Meetings
Outlook, available at: www.mpiweb.org/
education/publications.

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2019 MPI-WI Emerald City Gala
By: Craig Molitor, President/CEO of Destination Lake Winnebago Region
Photo credits: Phil Weston and Sherry Wolff

his stuff. Chef Schomber delivered, beginning our evening’s
meal with a “Follow the Yellow Brick Road”-themed cold
cucumber and tomatillo soup. The fare also included such
culinary highlights as tuna tartare delicately garnished withponzu flying fish roe and New Zealand grass-fed tenderloin.
Every aspect of the night’s sumptuous meal paid homage –either subtly or humorously – to the Gala’s muse, Emerald City.
The optics of the evening were equally arresting, as a beautiful
emerald green hue illuminated the entire second floor of theHotel Retlaw. The surprise opening musical performanceof, “For Good” from Wicked – performed by “Glinda” and“Elphaba” – was breathtaking. (A well-deserved shout-out toBree Gens and Elizabeth Thelen for this moving rendition.)
The stunningly reimagined and beautifully restored Hotel
Retlaw in Fond du Lac’s Downtown District provided the ideal
stage for the 2019 MPI Wisconsin Awards Gala. From thegorgeous hotel lobby to the wickedly-themed Crystal Ballroom,
MPI-WI members had the perfect environment to celebrate andrecognize outstanding meeting and event professionals!
Destination Lake Winnebago Region, the Fond du Lac area’s
visitors bureau, was honored to partner with Hotel Retlaw to playhost to this prestigious industry event.
Hotel Retlaw – in the final stages of a 30 million dollar renovation– gave Chef Chanse Schomber a golden opportunity to show off

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MPI Agenda																	2018-19
MPI-WI AWARD WINNERS
President's Award
Kathy Reading

Hall of Fame Award
Dana Ecker

Let’s all thank the hard-working MPI-WI Gala Planning Committee:

Founder's Grant
Rebecca Staats

Nicole Ellickson, CMP, Assoc of Family and Conciliation Courts
Darcie Holte, Destination Lake Winnebago Region
Tom Graybill, Tri-Marq Communications, Inc.
Reggie Driscoll, CMP, State Bar of Wisconsin
Jessica Rieflin, Wisconsin Dells Visitor & Convention Bureau
Tracey Bockhop, CMP, Meet Meetings
Stacey Lucas, The Ridge
Maddisen Vahl, Hotel Retlaw
I have been fortunate enough to have been involved with theprofessionals of Meeting Professionals International for decades. I
must say, my all-time favorite MPI moment was seeing the incoming
MPI-WI President JoEllen Graber surrounded by family members
throughout the evening. Her loved ones were frolicking, gabbing,laughing, and beaming with pride. (To be clear, MOST of the actual“frolicking” was being done by JoEllen’s adorable daughter!)During this jubilant
evening, MPI-WI
conducted some
important business,
including the passingof the leadershiptorch from Tamara
Jesswein, CMP, to Ms.
Graber, as mentioned
above. Please join
me in thanking
Ms. Jesswein for agenuinely terrific year
as our president!
Let’s also thank andcongratulate those
who participated in
our very successful

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Team of the Year
Trivia Night Team:
Tracey Bockhop, CMP
Nicole Ellickson, CMP
Beth Schnabel, CED, CUDE
Reggie Driscoll, CMP
Lindsey Hess 		
Melissa Falendysz, CMP
Rising Star
Sarah Lemmers

Outstanding Leader
Deana HeinischMeeting Industry Advocate
Tracey Bockhop, CMP

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2019 MPI-WI Emerald City Gala (Cont.)

SUPPLIER PROFILE:
live auction, silent
auction, and Golden
Ticket events. Auction
winners will gratefully
enjoy many wonderfulgifts and experiences.

Destination Lake
Winnebago Region
was honored to hosta pre/post Gala FAM.
Participants sipped
local bourbon just astone’s throw fromthe distilleries corn
crops. We enjoyedcheese curds in aquintessential Fond du
Lac Wisconsin tavern.
We climbed to the topof Lakeside Park’s lighthouse for an eagle’s eye view ofthe mighty Lake Winnebago. At Kelley Country Creamery,
we enjoyed a sweet ending with the country’s best ice
cream — (literally THE best, as recognized by both USA
Today and ABC’s Good Morning America.)
A huge huzzah to the attendees for making this Meeting
Professionals International Wisconsin Chapter gala, one of
the most uncommonly vibrant in the country!

Jason Chance
Owner, Chance Productions

Tell us about your company: We are a production company
in the business of event transformation. We do quite a bit ofcustom builds (woodworking and metal fab). We work almost
entirely direct to planner and enjoy helping out clients achieve
their design/vision!
How long in the meetings industry? 21 Years
What drew you to become a member with MPI and/or what
do you like most about being a member of MPI? We love
working with professionals. MPI is full of the types of people
we like collaborating with the most.
Tell us whatever you like about your family: We have afamily of four. My wife Alyssa and our two littles, Isabel (5)and Madeline (3 months).
Person you admire and why: Tony Robbins: He is theultimate optimist. He has been able to build an amazing life
for himself and it started by having a passion for helping
others. “Change your question, change your life!”
8 Things You Didn’t Know about Chance Productions!

1) We get excited about Edison bulbs and chandeliers.
2) Our two production leads are both named Logan (Logan
Squared?)3) The transformation of an event space gets us more
excited than anything else!

4) Attention to detail is our edge.
5) Can’t find an item you need? We love building/fabricating!
6) We believe the chair is the shoe of the event outfit :)7) We have a love for all things audio visual.
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November/December 2019													PLANNER PROFILE: Amy Qualmann, CMP
Wisconsin Association of School Boards
Communication Specialist & Event Planner
Teams or projects that you have worked on for MPI or would
like to be involved with: I served in various board positions forthree years. I've also volunteered on several teams, including
our gala, writing articles, photography, etc. There are so manydifferent opportunities in which to engage yourself.
Tell us whatever you like about your family and home town:
I grew up in, what was at the time a small town: Cottage Grove,just east of Madison. I now live in Deerfield (next to Cottage
Grove) with my boyfriend, Brian and our VERY furry, black dog,
Macy. I love getting out of town at the end of the day, smellingthe country life and getting away from the noise of downtown
Madison. We don’t even have a grocery store, but we do have
two gas stations, lots of bars, a coffee shop (YAY!) and an ice
cream shop. (Chocolate Shoppe Carrot Mango Italian Ice is my
new favorite!)

Tell us about your association and position: The WIAssociation of School Boards is dedicated to serving as an
advocate for education and students. The WASB seeks toadvance education through supporting the tradition of local
school board control of the state’s public schools. We are amember-driven organization that supports, promotes, andadvances the interests of public education in Wisconsin.
As a member of the Communications Team, I help provide
effective marketing communications related to the WASB
meetings and events and WASB marketing efforts. I serveas the Convention Exhibit Manager for our annual joint State
Education Convention held in January for 2,100 attendees
and almost 300 vendors. I also manage the developmentof additional programs, meetings, events, seminars, and allother duties as assigned! 😊
How long in the meetings industry? 14 years
What drew you to become a planner? I saw a job ad
for meeting planning when I was looking to move back to
Madison in 2005, and I knew I had found my calling. The
rest is history!
What drew you to become a member with MPI and/or
what do you like most about being a member of MPI?
After working in the industry a couple of years, an old boss
suggested I join MPI and work on getting my CMP. With his
support, I pursued both and earned my CMP in 2011.
Being a member of MPI has provided great networking
opportunities. It’s always fun meeting new people andseeing faces I’ve missed.

Favorite pastimes: Travel is one of my first loves (aside fromfamily, friends and my pooch). I enjoy camping, snowmobiling,
and four-wheeling. I'm up for anything dealing with the waterand ocean – swimming, boating, snorkeling, parasailing, andpaddle boarding. I also dabble in photography and would loveto get back to throwing pots, as it humors my artsy side (I havea BA in Art).
Favorite music/band/artist/movie or book: I love all musicfrom the 1980s. I also enjoy Dan & Shay, Ed Sheeran, Cash
Cash, Bruno Mars, Joss Stone, and many more. I may havebeen a huge NKOTB fan (maybe still am)!
Person you admire and why: I highly admire my father. Likesome of our parents, he came from a rough childhood but
dreamed of college. He persevered through the tough times,
found his way into the Air Force during the Vietnam War, went
to college, and found his way. Education has been importantto him, and he shared that love with my sister and me. I also
get my adventurous side from him, and together we've enjoyedtrips to Europe and travels all over the U.S.! He’ ambitious,
driven, compassionate, amiable, empathic, reliable, intuitive,
passionate, and loving. There are so many words to describe
him, but I call him “Dad”!
Still on my bucket list: More traveling – Australia/NZ, Spain,
Norway, Sweden, southern Italy (I’ve been in northern Italy –Venice, Tuscany Region & Pisa), Greece…the list goes on!
Words to live by: There are two quotes that have always
resonated with me:“There is always a Plan B….and the rest of the alphabet!”“I haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on my list!”

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Join us in JANUARY!
by Rebecca Staats

JANUARY EDUCATION
Please join your chapter members on Thursday, January 23, 2020, as we kickoff a brand, new year at the spectacular Grand Geneva Resort and Spa in Lake
Geneva.

WHEN
Thursday, January 23, 2020

WHERE
Grand Geneva Resort and Spa
Lake Geneva, WI

This winter warm-up will begin with a morning board meeting, CMP 101 session,and MPI 101 session. Starting at noon, we'll all enjoy a chef's luncheon, followedby an engaging educational session. We'll close the day's events with a reception
at the Grand Geneva.
Please stay January 22, 23 or both, to experience this beautiful venue. All MPI
members will also enjoy a discount at the Spa or Ski Hill! Watch for notices andmake your room reservation by calling (877) 741-9598.

Photo credit: grandgeneva.com

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MPI Agenda																										Education Opportunity GrOW
By: Jodi Goldbeck, Instructor at Madison College

A

ccording to the job resource website CareerCast, event planning is thefifth most stressful job in the world. Job stress is a major factor in the waythat we view our personal lives.

For several years, I have been studying mindset,
grit and perseverance. I have a firm belief that
individuals are capable of changing the trajectoryof their lives by shifting their mindset and focusing
on the positive. I also believe that I can teachyou the most valuable lessons that I have learned
during my own journey.

Studies in Gratitude,
Optimism & Well-Being(GrOW)

8-week course
Starts October 30
5:30 - 7:20 PM
Madison College, Truax campus

Join me for my 8-week course at Madison
College called Studies in Gratitude, Optimism & Well-Being (GrOW), which begins
on October 30. Class times are 5:30 - 7:20 PM at the Truax campus. The course will
explore strategies that help achieve contentment goals, as well as creating effective
techniques to increase gratitude and improve overall well-being.
Jodi Goldbeck is a full-time instructor in the
Event Management Program at Madison
College, and is leading our chapter’s CMP-101
classes. For more information, contact her atjgoldbeck@madisoncollege.edu.

Topics will include decreasing anxiety, increasing productivity, researching mindfulinterventions, developing optimism techniques, and finding realistic ways to be more
resilient.
If an online course is more conducive with your schedule, please contact me to hear
about my online offering in the spring semester!

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SEPTEMBER

in theInterpreting and Adapting to
our Stakeholders’ Perspectives
By Greta McCueH

ow many times have you been positive that you explained
something to a colleague as clearly as possible – only tofind out that they had interpreted it completely differently?
It’s an age-old challenge that each of us faces daily in our
professional and personal lives. MPI Wisconsin members and guests
gathered in the Wisconsin Dells to explore this struggle, and gain tips
and tricks on how to overcome it. This amazing education session,
including an incredible lunch and a chance to experience some of
the best of the Wisconsin Dells, really made our September monthly
program one to remember!
On September 19th, a room full of excited MPI attendees gathered at
the beautiful Glacier Canyon Lodge to learn from Tina Hallis, Ph.D.
about “Understanding Your Stakeholders from the Inside-Out.” Tina
started by focusing on the communication challenges that we face daily,both at home and in our professional lives. She gave us tools to help
us understand why those gaps in understanding exist. We discussed
how our perspectives are shaped, including individual experiences,
strengths, training, and personalities.
Attendees moved around to alignourselves with our personality stylegroups based on the “DISC” method.
Within our groups, we practiced
considering the style of others,
learning their priorities, and adapting
to their style. Tina taught us how
important it is to first “pause” when
we realize someone has a different
style, then “notice” and consider thatdifference, and finally “choose” thebest way to react and respond.

Thank you to ourgenerous raffle
donors, as well as the
hospitality from ourhosts for the month.

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Most importantly, we learned that one style
is no better or worse than any other. We
practiced communicating with people ofeach style to overcome communication
struggles.

Photos by Wanda Gilles
and Kathy Reading

Meanwhile, our gracious hosts at the Glacier
Canyon Lodge and the Wisconsin Dells
VCB treated us to an experience that wewill never forget. The meticulous attention
to detail in our lunch included a seasonal
soup and a bar of build-your-own chocolatecovered-pretzels. Later in the evening, those
who opted to stay enjoyed a tour showing
off some of the best attractions that the
Wisconsin Dells has to offer! More than
20 attendees enjoyed happy hour at The
Grateful Shed, ax-throwing at Asgard, andwine tasting at the Kilbourn Cork.
Thank you to our generous raffle donors, aswell as the hospitality from our hosts for themonth. As Tina Hallis, Ph.D. would say, “keepyour positive battery charged”!
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MPI-WI’s CMP 101
What’s It All About?
By: Jodi Goldbeck, CMP
Why should I attend a CMP 101 Session?
The CMP 101 sessions are a great way to hear about the “ins and outs” of the CMP
process. The first session covers all of the basics: the application process, test dates
and the materials that should be purchased. In the second and third sessions, I (Jodi)
review the nine domains of the CMP to give attendees an outline of what topics to study
in preparation for the CMP exam. The final session is an overview that reviews theapplication process, study tips and exam day suggestions.
Is there a cost to attend CMP 101 Sessions?
No, these sessions are complimentary to those who have registered for that month’s
educational program.
How far in the CMP exploration process do I need to be to attend a CMP 101 Session?
I always tell people that they should come to a session regardless of where they are in
the process. If you’ve only just heard of the CMP, stop by to hear more about it. If you
are getting ready to take the CMP in two months, sit in on the session to get a refresher
and ask any questions you may have. It really is a “one size fits all” session.
What should I do to prepare for a CMP 101 Session?
Come with an open mind! Getting certified in any field is a nerve-wracking process. I
understand that and try to make these sessions as low-stress as possible. For me, it isreally about helping people understand how to apply for the exam, the content that theyshould study in preparation for the exam and the resources out there that will help themsuccessfully pass the exam.

OCTOBER 10

Overview of CMP process

JANUARY 23

Strategic planning, financial
management, site management,
marketing stakeholder management

FEBRUARY 13

Meeting design, project
management, risk management,
human resources

APRIL 1

Summary of exam process andcontent
For more information, contact
Jodi Goldbeck, CMP atjgoldbeck@madisoncollege.edu

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MPI WISCONSINNEW MEMBERANITA BAKER
Student
Madison College

LEANNA HOLZEM
Tourism Marketing Director
Village of Rothschild

MICHELLE BAUMEISTER
Student
Madison College

JESSICA JACKSON
Madison College

5 YEARSSARAH BANACH
Account Manager
Marcus Hotels and Resorts

TARI METZ
Ashworth College

TIMOTHY COOKSY
Production and Sales
Studio Gear

KATELYN RICHTER
Student
Madison College

KELLY FRAWLEY
Student
Madison College

NICHOLE ROSA-ROBINSON
Student
Madison College – West
CampusDANA FRIEDLAND
BRANDIE SCHUCHARDT
Meeting Planner
International Dairy Deli
Bakery Association

VICTORIA GRINWALD
Operations Administrator
The Boldt Company
PAULETTE HENEY
Global and Flagship Events
Director
YPO

SHAINA STOFFEL
Student
Madison College
SARAH WALLER
Conference and Event
Planner
Association of State
Floodplain Managers

KIMBERLY HIMESSales Executive
Las Vegas Convention &Visitors Authority

ANNIVERSARIES
20 YEARS

10 YEARS

LINDA F. HALE
Meeting & Event Manager
Wisconsin Credit Union
LeagueJANE K. KINCHELOE
Social Media & Group Travel
Manager
Minocqua Area Chamber ofCommerce

MARIN MEDEMA, CMP
Senior Sales Manager
The Osthoff Resort

SUSAN B. PATTON
Meeting Manager
American Express Meetings& Events|

JEAN M. FLYNNBox Office and SalesManager
The Fireside Dinner Theatre

1 YEARCHARLENE MARSALLIOld Republic Surety

PAT CAVANAUGH
Events Sales & Service
ManagerGreen Bay Packers

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MAUREEN BRAATZMALLORY BRIGMANManager, Private Event Sales
Milwaukee Bucks
AMY BROWN
Director of Education and
Conferencing
Trade Press Media GroupKIM CASEY
Sales Manager
Visit Brookfield
LINDSEY CONKLIN
Meetings and Event Planner
UW Extended Campus
MARY DENIS
Owner
Denis and Company
SHANNA DOMBROWSKI
Student
Madison College
KIM DUSSAULT
Ashworth College
JODI FISHER
CEOImpact Services

JEFF KESTNER
Regional Director of Group Sales
Flix Brewhouse
DONALD KLUKAS
Owner
Event Head Productions LLCKRISTIE MCKNIGHT
Account Executive
Quality Resource Group, Inc.
BARBARA MOUBRY
Program Planner
State Bar of Wisconsin
JEFF OVERGAARD
Sales Executive
Lodge Kohler
RYAN PACKARD
Danielle Parker		Madison College
BARBARA PLANTE
Sales Support SpecialistAAA
TABITHA SCHROCK
Sales Account Executive		
Marcus Hotels & Resorts

FELICIA GLASPER
Madison College

FARRAH LYNN SLINGER
Event Division Manager
A to Z Event Essentials

STEVE GORALSKI
Sales Manager
PSAV

JULIE STOVER
Events Coordinator
Zendesk

GINA M. HARTL
Sales Manager
Red Lion Hotel Paper Valley

DAN UNDERBERG, MSM
Concordia University

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LIGHT IT UP with

Projection Mapping
By: Tom Graybill
The team at TriMarq Communications
worked with CoPA to bring their vision
to life, beginning with meticulously
measuring the exterior of the building
and location of windows. These
measurements help determine the best
projection angle for the projection map.

o you want to make a BIG
impression at your next 		
event? Projection mapping
can make it happen.
A life-size image of the rocket thatfirst took humanity to the moon in1969 was digitally projected onto the
Washington Monument to mark the50th anniversary of the first moon
landing.

For this project, we used twoconverged projectors. All of theequipment was set up in a building
directly across from NO Studios, safe
from any weather challenges. Powerwas supplied by generators, withcabling run up the stairwell to the thirdfloor office housing the projectors andthe control computer.

Universal Orlando is currently
presenting an enormous, projectionmapped experience featuring thecreatures and villains from theWizarding World of Harry Potter aspart of the park's Halloween Horror
Nights.

Ambient light is another consideration.
With nightfall starting at 8:30 pm on theevening of the show, we scheduled the
projection for 9:30 pm for maximum
brightness.

Do you want to make a BIG
impression at your next event?
Projection mapping can makeit happen.

The projected presentation was
designed to utilize the architecture of
the building, with windows used asframes to showcase the photo entries
throughout the show. When the grandprize trip to London was announced,
we projected an enormous waving
British flag.

Projection mapping onto nonscreen building surfaces can use
the contours and architecture
as creative elements in thepresentation. Either interior orexterior venue walls can betransformed.

The show was a resounding success,with the live audience calling for an
immediate encore performance and twolive cut-ins by the local NBC television
station during its nightly newscast.

In Wisconsin, the first-ever Arty
Bollocks Photo Competition for the
Milwaukee Coalition of Photographic
Arts (CoPA) wanted to make a big
splash. The CoPA group wanted toproject art over a 60-foot span on
the outside of NO Studios near theFiserv Forum.

Projection mapping offers a unique way
to delight your audience and attract
publicity and media attention. Videoand social media shares expand youraudience well beyond your event day.
Light it up!
photo credits: Tri-Marq Communications

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Compiled by MPI-WI Members. If you have MPI member news to share,please contact Kathy Reading, reading@scangroup.net
STEVE LORENZ will be using his
considerable event experience in
his new role as Manager of Global
Oncology Congresses at Takeda.
These events will educate andshowcase Takeda’s good work
developing novel medicines topatients with cancer. We wish you
all the best, Steve!

ROBERTA EICHELBERG has
accepted the position as sales
manager at Thornberry Creek at
Oneida. Contact her for events
up to 300 people in a beautiful
natural setting, and the official
golf course of the Green Bay
Packers. Spread the word,
Roberta!
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JACKIE KUZMINSKI has
joined Hotel Metro in the roleof corporate sales manager.
With three impressive spaces
available for up to 150
people, and a downtown
Milwaukee location, thereis plenty to sell here. Nice
move, Jackie!
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November/December 2019Appleton has three new hotels, recently opened on
the west side, convenient to the convention center andairport. HOLIDAY INN APPLETON offers 125 guest
rooms and two meeting rooms totaling 3799 square-feet.
Home2Suites by Hilton Appleton provides 104 rooms anda 1200 square-foot meeting room. The new Fairfield Inn &Suites offers 82 rooms. Keep growing, Appleton!
TOWNEPLACE SUITES has opened in Janesville,
Wisconsin. This new offering from Marriott International
includes 87 rooms, an indoor swimming pool, fitness
center, meeting room, outdoor fire pit, and more. It will
operate as a Marriott franchise, owned and managed by
Kinseth Hospitality of North Liberty, Iowa. Janesville is agreat place for a TownePlace Marriott!

ANGELA JELLUM is the
new senior sales manager
at Hotel Northland Green
Bay | Autograph Collection.
Angela is thrilled to represent
hotel #175 in this uniquecollection of 186 one-of-akind hotels, and the sole
Autograph Collection Hotelin Wisconsin. Angela +Autograph sounds like a great combination!
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DONNA SMITH has accepted
the position of sales
manager at Best Western
Premier Waterfront Hotel andConvention Center. Donna’s
knowledge and experience in
the industry and area will serve
her well at this bustling (andpet-friendly) property. Good
news for Oshkosh, Donna!

MEGAN GOSSENS has beenpromoted to director, eventsand strategic partnerships
at WPS Health Solutions. In
this role since June, Megan
provides direction, oversight,
and management of a teamof planners to coordinate,execute, and support highprofile corporate, incentive, and external events. Way togo, Megan!
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Construction has started on the Kahler-Slaterdesigned HILTON GARDEN INN MADISON on Regent
Street, with a projected opening of Winter 2020-2021.
This 176-room venue will include a bar, restaurant, juniorballroom, fitness center and parking garage. A fineaddition to our Capital!

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FEBRUARY PREVIEWCapital Morningin Madison
By: Rebecca Staats and Danielle Ziegler

SHEBOYGAN COUNTY MEMORIAL
AIRPORT is about to break ground on a $4.2
million U.S. Customs facility scheduled to beopen by next summer. This will allow aircraft
and visitors to fly in direct from overseas.
Along with international golf events, the newfacility will serve the ongoing worldwide
business interests of Kohler Company,
Sargento, Bemis Manufacturing, Johnsonville,
Acuity Insurance, and more. Build it, and theworld will come!

FEBRUARY MPI-WI BREAKFAST& EDUCATIONAL EVENT
Date: Thursday, February 13, 2020
Breakfast: Exhibition Hall
Education Sessions: Alliant Energy Center
Hotel: Sheraton Madison Hotel

Please join us on Thursday, February 13, 2020, as we host anotherexciting MPI-WI Breakfast and Educational Event in our Wisconsin capital!
Located at the gateway to downtown Madison, the Alliant Energy Center
campus features four unique and innovative venues: Exhibition Hall,
Veterans Memorial Coliseum, New Holland Pavilions, and Willow Island.
The Exhibition Hall is the premier facility for conventions, meetings,
banquets, and much more. Several of the locations in the Exhibition Hall
have been updated with lounge furniture, charging stations, ceilingmounted LED projectors, larger dropdown screens and digital signage
boards.
We’ll start February’s event in the Exhibition Hall with a breakfast cateredby Centerplate, followed immediately by our MPI-WI education session.
For those who are interested, both CMP 101 and MPI 101 sessions will
follow the general education sessions. While the Alliant Energy Center will
host all the day’s events, the Sheraton Madison Hotel will host our room
block. Show your significant other some love by making it a long weekend
and celebrate Valentine’s Day! Make your room reservation by calling(608) 251-2300.

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Photo credits: Alliant Energy Center and Marriott Hotels									SENTRYWORLD HOTEL, designed by
Swaback Architects, is planned to open in
Spring 2021 by Sentry Insurance, in Stevens
Point. This boutique hotel will be built justoff the championship golf course’s 18th
fairway. The hotel will feature spacious suites
and intimate gathering spaces, and will beaccessible to the many event spaces available
at the SentryWorld complex. We applaud theinvestment, Sentry!

VOLUNTEERSPOTLIGHT

Greta McCue
Greta McCue embodies the volunteer spirit in so many ways. Greta’s
demanding sales manager role at Hyatt Regency Milwaukee doesn’tstop her from giving back to our organization. She has volunteered innumerous roles, both in planning, on-site help, social media and evenwriting event articles for this publication.
Thank you, Greta, for your enthusiasm and service to ourchapter’s goals and chapter members!

Find Your Fit
Whatever your interest or comfort level, you'll get more out of your membership by stepping up to serve. If you’d like to find a volunteer
role that’s just right for you, please contact Reggie Driscoll, CMP, rdriscoll@wisbar.org to hear how you can help. You can also talk to any
board member at our education events or anytime, to learn what will fit you best. Current positions available (as of this writing) include:

MEMBERSHIPCOMMUNICATIONVP of Membership, Reggie Driscoll, rdriscoll@wisbar.org

VP of Communication: Jason Kauffeld, CMP, jasonk@glcc.org

The Membership Committee focuses on contacting new
and current members and administering the committee
Ambassadors. They also work in conjunction with the Special
Events team on the Awards Banquet. Volunteer opportunities
include:• Recruitment• Retention• Ambassadors; Red Carpet Team, New Member Care,
Student Member & Recruitment• Awards

The Communications Committee focuses on public relations,social responsibility as it impacts our industry and chapter
communications via our Agenda publication, website, and 		social media. Volunteer opportunities include:
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EDUCATION
VP of Education: Rebecca Staats, rlstaats@aaawisconsin.com
The Education Committee is responsible for producing themonthly chapter meetings and two education events heldeach year. Volunteer opportunities include:• Monthly Education Meetings (January, February, March,
April)• Photographers for events• Spring Education Day (May)• Great Lakes Education Summit (GLES) MI-WI-IN joint
regional educational event (November)• Speaker Team (ongoing, need to secure speakers for:
Oct, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr & May)

Agenda Newsletter (published 6 times per year) – writing
articles, obtaining member profiles, researching industry
announcements and news.
Gathering member-posted photos
MPI-Global guidance on social responsibility as it impacts
our industry
Website content updates
Social Media; Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter

FINANCE
VP of Finance, Shannon Timmerman, CMP 			
stimmerman@wildernessresort.com•

The Finance Committee is responsible for overseeing three
special events held each year, chapter fundraising & strategic
marketing. Volunteer opportunities include:•

Raffle & Sponsorship Committee – Securing raffle items fromprevious and new donors, selling tickets at events, seeking
new prospective sponsors for 2020, educate and seeking
new strategic sponsors.
Awards Gala (August)Online Fundraiser Event (Bidding for Good)
Trivia night•••• CMP 101

If you’d like to find a volunteer role that’s just right for you, please contact Reggie Driscoll, CMP, rdriscoll@wisbar.org.

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Board Member ProfileREGGIEDRISCOLL, CMP
Position on MPI-WI Board: VP-Membership
Place of Employment: State Bar of Wisconsin
Job Title: Senior Meeting Professional

Tell us about your company and/or position: The StateBar of Wisconsin provides educational, development andother services to 27,000 members. We also provide attorneyreferrals, public education and reduced fee services.
How long in the meetings industry? Almost 20 years, 12 at
my current position.
Teams or projects that you have worked on for MPI what
you’ve enjoyed about your participation: I’ve really enjoyedworking on the membership meeting committees. One of thebest teams I have worked on is the Red Carpet team. It is niceto be able to meet and get to know the new members thatcome to the membership meetings.
Tell us a few things about what you’re responsible forwith our chapter board: I work with the membership teamon member recruitment and retention. We are always looking
for creative ways to get new members, and appreciate thecurrent members that we have.
What drew you to serve on our chapter board? I have beena member for many years, and finally have the support of myemployer to become more involved. It is nice to be able togive back to the association that has given me so much.
What do you enjoy about your board service, and what
are you learning? I really enjoy the camaraderie of the entire
board. It is interesting to be a part of all of the workings andmechanisms that make the chapter run smoothly.
Other than board service, what do you like doing: I enjoy
the local sports, Packers, Badgers, and Brewers. I also enjoy
attending live performances at Madison’s Overture Center or
the Appleton PAC.

Favorite music/band/artist/movie or book: My favorite
artist is probably Josh Groban. My favorite movie is themusical Hair. I enjoy quite a variety of different types of art.
Still on my bucket list: Visiting my ancestors' villages inCounty Cork, Ireland.
Words to live by: Onward and upward!

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Care to tell us anything about your family? I live with mypartner, Joe Parsons. I come from a large tight-knit family. I
am the fifth out of six kids and I have 11 nieces and nephews.
All but two of us live near the west side of Madison and we
spend a lot of time together.

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MPI-WI Bidding for Good

November 22 - December 9
Remember — bidding isn’t limited to MPI members.
Please share with others!

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JANUARY EDUCATION EVENT
Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
Lake Geneva, WI
FEBRUARY EDUCATION EVENT
Alliant Energy Center
Sheraton Madison Hotel
Madison, WI

TRIVIA NIGHT & SPRING EDUCATION
Hyatt Regency
Milwaukee, WI