Sponsorship
Opportunities Prospectus
Updated: May 26, 2016
Influential sponsorships
build relationships.
MPI’s signature events offer attendees the very latest in education, networking and business opportunities. They also offer a big spotlight for your brand. Align your brand with the
MPI event and education opportunities best suited to your business strategy. The creative
possibilities to engage planners and event attendees are nearly unlimited.
World Education Congress......................................................................................... 3
European Meetings and Events Conference........................................................... 35
MPI Academy............................................................................................................ 44
MPI Foundation......................................................................................................... 68
General Sponsorships .............................................................................................. 74
Contact MPI ............................................................................................................ 100
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SPONSORSHIP & ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES
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WEC
Contents
Hosted Buyer.................................5
Food & Beverage.......................... 7
Chapter............................................8
Events..............................................9
Guest Amenities..........................12
Education...................................... 16
Mobile App Advertising...........28
MPI-TV.......................................... 30
WEC OnSite..................................31
MPI Foundation Events............33
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WEC – HOSTED BUYER
HOSTED BUYER
What makes MPI’s Hosted Buyer Program at WEC different from other hosted buyer programs?
The numbers don’t lie. Over the past six years Supplier satisfactions scores were 93%, with 94% reporting they were able
to generate new business opportunities as a result of participating. This is a significant return on investment.
The MPI hosted buyer experience is entering its seventh year of successfully bringing the industry’s best planners and top
suppliers together to do one thing—get business done. We have restructured the program to no longer only be “appointment based” and have moved to a program that will provide a supplier (based on their level of participation) up to three
different planner engagement opportunities to network with hosted planners and general planner attendees at WEC which
will provide a supplier better ROO. We have also integrated both the hosted buyer and MarketSquare programs so suppliers
could maximize their brand exposure during the entire event.
Meet face-to-face with qualified industry professionals who are decision makers in the meetings and event industry.
Participating in MPI’s Hosted Buyer Program means you care about doing business smarter, faster and better.
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Participation in Saturday Best Match
Planner Program appointments
Participation in Hosted SundayTuesday appointments
Appointment opportunities with
non-hosted WEC planner attendees
Space allocation
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
$4,000
$5,000
$10,000
$20,000
$30,000
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15
50
25
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SOLD OUT
Quantity of levels available
Level 2
SOLD OUT
Price
Level 1
Max. 2 company
representatives
Max. 2 company
representatives
Max. 2 company
representatives
(6ft table in foyer)
(8x10 in center
ballroom )
(20x20 in center
ballroom)
(1 Reg)
(1 Reg)
(2 Reg)
Max. 4 company
representatives
Max. 4 company
representatives
SOLD OUT
WEC – HOSTED BUYER
HOSTED BUYER PRICING
(6ft table in foyer)
WEC Complimentary Registration
Lead Retrieval
Planner/Supplier Saturday evening
Reception
Max. 2 company
representatives
(1 Reg)
Planner/Supplier Sunday Breakfast
Max. 4 company
representatives
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WEC – FOOD & BEVERAGE
CMP/CMM BREAKFAST
Sponsors, align your brand with the most influential Planners attending WEC! Co-host with the MPI Leadership team and
celebrate the latest recipients of the CMM/CMP designation. The typical mix of attendees is comprised of 75% CMPs and
25% CMMs with 95% of the participants being meeting planners (100-120 people). Included in this sponsorship is the
opportunity to attend the event, provide an introduction and showcase your services via comments, a slideshow or video
presentation. Plus your company logo will be included on the exclusive invitation to the Planner attendees.
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Benefits also include:
• Opportunity to send representatives to greet and congratulate members as they arrive
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• Opportunity to provide a take-away item (subject to MPI approval and additional costs apply)
• Opportunity to showcase Sponsor through short presentation with a focus on CMM Program
prior to start of program (2 - 3 minutes only, rehearsal required)
• Opportunity to display marketing materials in area (subject to MPI approval)
• Logo inclusion on invitation email sent out (managed by MPI)
• Inclusion of company logo in the all-sponsor signage
• Listing on the event website
• Company recognition anywhere CMP/CMM Breakfast is mentioned (examples may include
event program, entry to breakfast, website, signage surrounding the event, etc)
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WEC – CHAPTER
CHAPTER LEADERSHIP
FORUM LUNCHEON
This sponsorship will put your brand in front of
MPI’s more than 200 chapter leaders. Leaders enjoy
this event as it caters to them and allows them to
network with others. Suppliers that have a venue
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to showcase, this is an opportunity for you!
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• Undivided attention of participants
• Opportunity for representatives to attend the lunch and welcome guests
as they arrive
• Opportunity to address the guests, up to three (3) minutes and show a
video presentation during lunch ((MPI must approve content, mandatory
rehearsal required)
• Opportunity to provide a gift to all participants (subject to MPI approval
and additional costs incurred by sponsor, including shipping & handling)
• Opportunity to provide marketing material
• Recognition in pre-event marketing, including electronic invitations
• Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage
• Listing on the event web site
• Logo recognition and/or listing anywhere Chapter Leadership Forum
Luncheon is mentioned
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WEC – EVENTS
RECEPTION
With this exclusive sponsorship you will have a unique opportunity to get your brand in front of MPI members attending
WEC. Maximum of 100 attendees
MPI will:
• Work with sponsor to determine invitation list based on
sponsor’s criteria (*up to 100 person maximum attendance)
• Manage the Invitation and RSVP Process, including:
- sending two invitations to planners, six weeks prior to event and again two weeks for any who have not responded
- send a reminder to attendee 24 hours before event
- provide timely response reports
- managing onsite check-in process
• Provide AV items, including microphone, speakers, video screen,
with laptop for presentation and sponsor video (contents provided on USB flash drive, some restrictions apply)
• Provide an attendee email list for a one-time marketing effort
(excludes opt-outs)
• work with sponsor on menu (may be upgraded at sponsor expense). Beer & Wine provided, plus 3-4 hot appetizers)
• Include sponsors logo with hyperlink where appropriate, ie
Event website, sponsor recognition areas, Event program, Event
app, etc
• Include sponsor logo listing on site, including the All Sponsor
signage, Onsite Dailies (event newspaper), at event entrance, etc
Sponsor Responsibilities:
• Provide creative for invitation in high res PDF format
(must be approved by MPI)
• Provide video content, with messaging consistent with
support of the MPI Community
• Hold a drawing or provide a co-branded gift to attendees if desired. All costs belong to sponsor (must be
approved by MPI)
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Benefits Include:
• Appropriate signage surrounding event
• Reception branding rights (e.g. The ABC European
Reception)
• Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage
• Listing on the event website
• Reception attendee list
• WEC attendee list for one time marketing effort , provided 30 days after WEC
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WEC – EVENTS
FLASH POINT
GENERAL SESSION
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to align your brand with the General Sessions and get the attention
of thousands of attendees.
Benefits include:
• Opportunity to make introductory remarks (content rehearsal required)
• Logo placement on General Session entrance units
• Five (5) VIP reserved seats at General Session(s)
• Logo recognition on general session(s) walk-in slides
• Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage
• Logo recognition and listing in conference publications
• Logo recognition with hyper-link on event sponsor website
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RISE AWARDS ALLPARTICIPANT LUNCHEON
It will be a celebration of the entire MPI community! This annual awards program is a one
hour presentation that will be held during MPI’s all-attendee lunch, which will feature a plated lunch for all WEC attendees. Up to seven awards are given away to recognize achieve-
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ments by individuals, communities and organizations. This calls for an elevated and unique
atmosphere. As a sponsor of this lunch, you and other co-sponsors will have 2 minutes at
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the lunch/award program to take the stage. Sponsor will be able to attend and receive specific sponsor recognition signage at the awards ceremony.
Sponsor responsible for:
• Introducing the speaker and providing a short (3-5 minute) video (video must be submitted a
minimum of 10 days before event and be approved by MPI. Content should be relevant to
Planner/Supplier community)
• Sponsors will participate in pre-event rehearsal
Benefits Include:
• Opportunity to send representatives to greet attendees as they arrive
• Reserved seating at presentation for up to 10 people
• May provide branded gift to attendees (sponsor responsible for all costs, and advance approval
from MPI required)
• Sponsor can submit congratulatory comments (up to 50 words) which will be included, with their
logo, in the Awards program
• Include sponsors logo with hyperlink where appropriate, ie Event website, sponsor recognition
areas, program, Event app, etc.
• Include sponsor logo listing onsite, including the All Sponsor signage, Onsite Dailies (event newspaper), at event entrance, etc.
• Sponsor recognition in press announcement of Rise Awards recipients
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WEC – GUEST AMENITIES
ROOM DROP
Three (3) Available
CHARGING
STATIONS
Provide a service to WEC attendees that they need most,
with two Power Stations to recharge their phones, tablets
and computers. This is the perfect opportunity to connect
with WEC attendees as they wait. The opportunity is yours
to create.
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•Branding on Charging Station (artwork to be
provided by Sponsor)
•Opportunity to show a looping video on Charging
Station monitor
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Connect with participants in a most personal way through
a room drop at WEC. You can personalize a special gift or
craft a unique message. Room drops are left inside the
participant’s room where they are sure to see them. MPI
staff and hotels will work with you to schedule your delivery
at the perfect time. Sponsor is responsible for all Room
Drop charges, per hotel.
Benefits Include:
•Opportunity to provide gift or take away (All costs
associated with the production of the room drop item
and all fees from the hotels will be the responsibility
of the sponsor)
•Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage
•Listing on the event website
•Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage in the
registration area
•Inclusion in the all-sponsor listing in the onsite
conference daily newsletter
•Listing on event website
•MPI shall provide sufficient and adequate space
for the assembly of all Charging Stations
•Branding included as appropriate surrounding
the charging stations
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MEMBER
ENGAGEMENT
LOUNGE
What makes MPI the largest association for meeting and event professionals in the world – its members. By sponsoring the
Member Engagement Lounge at WEC, your company’s brand will get exposure to one of the most highly trafficked areas of
the conference. From recruiting new members to renewing past business partnerships, sponsoring the Member Engagement
Lounge will align your company’s brand with one of the most important aspects of the association, its members.
Benefits Include:
• Opportunity for sponsor representatives to be in lounge at all show times
• Basic lounge furniture to be provided by MPI
• Opportunity to upgrade or add additional furniture (additional cost to be incurred by
sponsor, including shipping & handling)
• Premium location within high traffic area
• Opportunity to theme lounge (subject to MPI approval and additional costs incurred by
sponsor, including shipping & handling)
• Opportunity to provide gift or take away in area for participants (subject to MPI approval
and additional costs incurred by sponsor, including shipping & handling)
• Appropriate signage surrounding space
• One plasma TV to showcase videos (sponsor video subject to MPI approval)
• Inclusion in all sponsor signage
• Listing on event website
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WEC – GUEST AMENITIES
WELCOME BAG
SPONSOR
If you are looking for high visibility at WEC you should consider
the Welcome Bag. Attendees will be glad to have a place to carry
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shoes, snacks and other tchotchkes’ over the course of the World
Education Conference in Atlantic City. Make your brand synonymous with quality education and networking! The deadline to
contract for the WEC Welcome bag is May 2, 2016.
Benefits include:
• Co-branded bag with your logo distributed to conference
attendees (by MPI staff)
• Inclusion in all sponsor signage
• Listing on event website, with hyperlink
• Listing on event app
• MPI will source bag
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WEC – GUEST AMENITIES
MEDIA ROOM
By sponsoring the Media Room, you will have the unique
opportunity to collaborate with the MPI Communications Team
to create not only branding opportunities, but also meaningful
dialogue with trade press in attendance. This sponsorship can
help generate publicity for your company or organization as
you have the exclusive chance to share strategic messages
and business updates with media. In addition, your brand
will be promoted via various conference touch points.
WATER BOTTLES
Looking for a socially responsible way to get your name in
front of thousands of meeting professionals? This highly-
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visible sponsorship will ensure your brand gets in the hands
of our coveted participants. Participants carry their water
bottles with them all throughout the conference, playing
their part in MPI’s CSR efforts.
Benefits Include:
• Press briefing opportunity for interested media
(up to 30 minutes total)
• Appropriate signage surrounding and inside the space
•Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage
•Listing as sponsor on the event mobile app in the
Sponsors section
•Listing on the event website – specifically on the
Media Center and Sponsors/Partners web pages
• Access to the registered press list
Benefits Include:
•MPI will select bottle for sponsor approval
•Water bottles handed out at registration branded with
Sponsors’ logo or graphic to be used by participants
throughout the conference
•Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage in the registration area
•Listing on event website
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WEC – EDUCATION
WEC FOR ME
Don’t just attend WEC, Explore it! An important aspect of WEC 2016 is to enhance communication with attendees and provide adequate resources to help them understand the benefits of attending and why they NEED to be in Atlantic City. If you’re looking to
align your brand with innovative, creative education resources, this is the sponsorship for you. MPI wants to partner with you and
make your brand synonymous with the re-imagined experience attendees will have in Atlantic City.
Benefits Include:
• Opportunity for representatives to offer a brief welcome and introduce speaker
• Appropriate signage displayed at entrance of session
• Opportunity to distribute gift to participants (gift must be submitted to MPI no later than one month prior to event for approval)
• One time use of session participant mailing list for one time marketing effort (list contains participants that have opted in, no
emails or phone numbers included)
• Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage in the registration area
• Logo recognition and/or listing in the conference publication
• Listing on event website
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EDUCATIONAL PACKAGES
Take advantage of this opportunity to connect with meeting and business event professionals who are eager to learn and gain
valuable information about the selected knowledge areas. The sponsor will be recognized at least 4 sessions within a particular
knowledge area topic and will have repeated exposure to the participants throughout the conference. Sessions can also be sponsored individually, if desired.
Benefits Include:
• Table to display marketing materials in each session
• Appropriate signage displayed at entrance of session
• Opportunity to distribute gift to participants (gift must be submitted to MPI no later than one month prior to event for approval)
• One time use of session participant mailing list for one time marketing effort (list contains participants that have opted in, no
emails or phone numbers included)
• Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage in the registration area
• Logo recognition and/or listing in the conference publication
• Listing on event website
• CEU credits will be available for select education tracks
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WEC – EDUCATION
UNIQUE EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
CAMPSITE
Campfires have long been a source of light and warmth, conduits of conversation and inspiration. At WEC, you will find these centuries-old discussions in the
campsite, where you can discuss the future of meetings, technology and the
current state of the industry with subject matter experts in a series of 30-minute, interactive sessions—all while earning CIC clock hours. Find the information
you needed yesterday in the context you must have today, so you can go home
and implement solutions tomorrow.
BRAINSTORM ROOM
Gather with your peers to brainstorm solutions to the challenges you face at
work around topics such as corporate social responsibility, technology, social media and more. Check the brainstorm room bulletin board for times and topics.
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WEC – EDUCATION
TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE
Technology is an important tool in the Meetings industry. When used correctly, it can dramatically enhance the participant
experience and bring content and the event in general to life in unexpected and engaging ways. In this session, participants
discover new technology products and tools in a rapid-fire presentation format that will culminate in a “best in show” winner, decided by a combined audience vote and judging panel critique.
Session sponsor will enjoy the following benefits:
• Appropriate signage displayed at entrance of session
• Opportunity to distribute gift to participants (gift must be submitted to MPI
no later than one month prior to event for approval)
• One time use of session participant mailing list for one time marketing effort
(list contains participants that have opted in, no emails or phone numbers included)
• Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage in the registration area
• Logo recognition and/or listing on event app
• Listing on event website
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WEC – EDUCATION
COLORUP!™
It’s Time to Think Creative,
Be Creative and Plan Creative Experiences
As meetings communication models continue to evolve, planners
are being tasked with delivering brand messaging and using creative design to enhance experiences and meet business objectives.
This marks a new skill set and opens doors for the industry at large
to expand and the individual to specialize in new areas.
Using the sponsoring venue as a canvas, the ColorUP!™ Meeting
Design Certificate is an exploratory workshop for intermediate- to
senior-level planners on how creative direction and strategically
designed content increases return on event (ROE).
Join the conversation by sponsoring this Pre-Con certificate course
held Saturday June 11, 9am-5pm.
Benefits Include:
• Opportunity for representatives to offer a brief welcome and
introduce speaker
• Appropriate signage displayed at entrance of session
• Opportunity to distribute gift to participants (gift must be
submitted to MPI no later than one month prior to event for approval)
• One time use of session participant mailing list for one time
marketing effort (list contains participants that have opted in,
no emails or phone numbers included)
• Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage in the registration area
• Logo recognition and/or listing in the conference publication
• Listing on event website
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WEC – EDUCATION
GOING LOCAL:
A ROADMAP FOR
INSPIRING SENSE OF
PLACE
This certificate program incorporates best-practice case studies to help
planners, venues and destinations leverage a sense of place and create
more effective meetings and events. This will include creating an environment that embraces the destination, selecting local F&B, incorporating
local expressions of culture, giving back to the community and connecting with local thought leaders to strengthen meeting quality and the local
meeting industry. The perfect match for a strong DMO, align yourself with
local sourcing by sponsoring the certificate course held Saturday, June 11,
9am-12pm.
Benefits Include:
• Opportunity for representatives to offer a brief welcome and introduce speaker
• Appropriate signage displayed at entrance of session
• Opportunity to distribute gift to participants (gift must be submitted
to MPI no later than one month prior to event for approval)
• One time use of session participant mailing list for one time marketing
effort (list contains participants that have opted in, no emails or phone
numbers included)
• Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage in the registration area
• Logo recognition and/or listing in the conference publication
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WEC – EDUCATION
MEETINGS &
EVENTS AT SEA
MPI and Cruise Lines International Association have partnered to present
Meetings & Events at Sea, your introduction to the advantages of hosting
events on cruise ships as opposed to traditional venues. This interactive
session highlights which types of meetings or events can be conducted
onboard as well as provide valuable cost comparisons. It will provide an
insight into incentive trips and an overview of logistics and variables to
consider when hosting your event at sea. This certificate program is targeted towards meeting planning and cruise selling professionals new to
meetings and events at sea. This is an introductory program and may not
be ideal for experienced professionals.
Sponsor Meetings & Events at Sea and demonstrate how your brand is
aligned with global meeting spaces and not restricted to the standard
venues!
Benefits Include:
• Opportunity for representatives to offer a brief welcome and introduce speaker
• Appropriate signage displayed at entrance of session
• Opportunity to distribute gift to participants (gift must be submitted
to MPI no later than one month prior to event for approval)
• One time use of session participant mailing list for one time marketing
effort (list contains participants that have opted in, no emails or phone
numbers included)
• Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage in the registration area
• Logo recognition and/or listing in the conference publication
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WEC – EDUCATION
CMP MASTERCLASS
Align yourself with this must-attend session for senior planners who
are preparing to take the CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) exam
or are looking for clock hours needed for CMP re-certification. This
workshop received a 99% satisfaction rating at WEC 2014. In this full
day longworkshop, participants learn test taking tips in preparation
for taking theCMP certification exam and will gain the tools to build
a lasting career in the events industry. By sponsoring the CMP Master Class, thesponsor provides a valuable service to the participants,
connecting to decision makers and budget owners who influence
the spending choices of their respective corporations.
Benefits Include:
• One table to display marketing materials (logistics and shipping
covered by sponsor)
• Three (3) minute welcome including introduction of speaker
(subject to MPI approval, rehearsal required)
• Appropriate signage displayed at entrance of workshop
• Opportunity to distribute gift to participants (gift must be submitted to MPI no later than one month prior to event for
approval, additional costs including shipping and handling
may apply)
• One time use of session participant mailing list (list contains
participants that have opted in)
• Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage
• Listing on event website
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WEC – EDUCATION
BASICS BOOT
CAMP CERTIFICATE
SESSION
Whether planning a meeting for colleagues coming into the home
office, board meeting or a formal dinner, many professionals are
finding themselves wearing multiple hats as they help their company execute these important face to face encounters. Sponsor this
certificate program at WEC if your goal is to help them build a solid
foundation of resources and tools that make execution a breeze.
Whether its event design, budgeting tips or educational content this
six (6) hour certificate course will provide a framework and tools to
provide attendees with real skills they can use when planning their
next event while earning clock hours.
Benefits Include:
• Educational deck to include sponsor logo and “powered by”
credit
• Opportunity to send company representative to introduce
speaker and make brief remarks (content rehearsal required)
• Post class attendee list provided for one time marketing effort
• Logo recognition on event website
• Digital signage outside session provided
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WEC – EDUCATION
FACULTY CONCLAVE
The Faculty Conclave is a half-day cross-lab best practices meeting of the
minds, with a focus on collaboration between industry and education.
Educators from across the world will discuss trends in instruction, meeting
and event technology, knowledge sharing and peer learning. Be a part of
the conversation by sponsoring this networking event, immediately followed
by a happy hour where students, professors and your team can network.
MPI will:
• Manage event logistics and event agenda
• Provide appropriate sponsor signage
Sponsor benefits include:
• Opportunity to provide a brief welcome and introduce the speaker
(3-5 minute maximum speaking time)
• Opportunity for up to four (4) members of sponsor team (must be registered
for WEC) to network with attendees, during breaks
• Opportunity to distribute marketing materials (additional costs may occur,
including shipping and facility fees)
• Sponsor logo included on pre-session slides, all sponsor signage, and event
website with hyperlink
• Opportunity to data collect through marketing platform agreed upon by
MPI & Sponsor
*please note the reception/happy hour will only occur if sponsored
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WEC – EDUCATION
BAY CLEAN UP
SUSTAINABILITY RELATED,
COMMUNITY DRIVEN
Are you interested in social responsibility and giving back? Then show up in
Atlantic City by sponsoring the Bay Clean Up project! Equal parts sustainability effort and educational event there is no better way to start the day than
outside by the water, side by side with participating WEC attendees, local
conservationist organization(s) (TBD) and seagulls aplenty, making a real difference. Show your support for planet earth and the local shoreline by sponsoring this unique educational event.
Benefits include:
• Opportunity to greet participants as they arrive
• Appropriate signage surrounding event
• Logo recognition and/or listing anywhere the event is mentioned
• Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage
• Listing on event website, with hyperlink
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WEC – EDUCATION
CSR KNOWLEDGE
CAFÉ
When it comes to innovative education, MPI leads the way. Participants in this
forward thinking, interactive area on Monday and Tuesday will be inspired by
local subject matter experts in a fast paced, structured program that elevates
ordinary learning. Sponsoring this area will put your team out in front, as arriving conference attendees will pass by the CSR Knowledge Café as they
enter the Waterfront Conference Center.
Benefits include:
• Opportunity to greet participants as they arrive
• Appropriate signage surrounding event
• Logo recognition and/or listing anywhere the event is mentioned
• Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage
• Listing on event website, with hyperlink
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WEC – EVENT APP
WEC EVENT APP
Without a doubt, if you want WEC attendees to remember your brand long after
the conference ends sponsoring the Event app is the way to go. Rolling out an entirely new platform in 2016, with capabilities beyond the tried-and-true splash page
ads when the app is launched, MPI’s commitment to innovation will certainly be apparent with the WEC event app.
Multiple ways to engage attendees through the app, including:
• One (1) promoted post, during MarketSquare hours of operation
(Text/Image/Survey/Poll) – 3 hours total
• One (1) Ad Featured in Sponsor Directory
• One (1) Poll/Survey
• One (1) Push Notification
• Brand Splash Page – life of event (limited time offer – must be purchased by 4/20)
• Branded app section
• One (1) Targeted Mkt. Offer
MPI will further recognize the mobile app sponsor with:
• Inclusion in all sponsor signage
• Logo listing on event partner page
• Post event all attendee mailing list (no emails provided)provided
for one time marketing effort
Hosted Buyer program participants, create a targeted campaign that draws attendees to your booth! Using the event app, savvy marketers will select targets
from the companies attending WEC, create an ad that is then sent to ten (10) specific ‘targets’, inviting them to come visit your team in Market Square. Draw them
in with a raffle, or give-away, or showcase your latest offerings that transform their
next event! Look for the special package pricing to add Lead retrieval to your arsenal, too! (An opportunity for our Level 1 participants to add Lead retrieval ala carte!)
To learn more, start by creating an account. Email exhibit@doubledutch.me and
get started today!
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WEC – GUEST AMENITIES
MARKETSQUARE
VIDEO WALL
While people are doing business and searching for vendors, hotels and destinations in MarketSquare, make sure that your brand is front and center on a
50-ft. by 6.5-ft. video wall. Content on the screen will be displayed in a silent,
looping slide show of static images, logos and videos. Logo placement will
also occur during live broadcasts of general and concurrent sessions. Static
images and videos must be approved by MPI (expiration for submissions is
May 27, 2016)
*MPI reserves the right to design and execute the most impactful and appealing show flow and will make every effort to showcase your brand to its best
advantage.
To have your logo or promotional image included: $2,500.
To have your promotional video of no more than 60 seconds included: $5,000
Specifications:
• Maximum image size: 3840 px wide x 512 px tall
• Preferred still image format: .ai or .eps vector files
• Preferred video format: H264 mp4 video in 16:9 aspect ratio rendered at minimum 15 MBps at either 30 or 60 frames per second
• Most standard still graphic file and video formats can be accepted, however
only HD-quality videos and high-resolution or vectored images will display
well on a screen of this size
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WEC – MPITV
MPITV COVERAGE
AT WEC 2016 (OFFER EXPIRES 5/27/16)
Sponsors, put your brand in front of WEC attendees through the lens of MPItv with an emphasis on interviews with
industry leaders and members, and news of the day. Broadcasting to participating WEC hotels, attendees can enjoy
highlights from the previous day from their rooms or on monitors at the conference. Your brand will continue to
receive exposure as footage from MPItv is utilized on the MPI website, emailed to the member base through MPI
digital newsletters and posted to MPI social media accounts.
Sponsor will be included in the Saturday Welcome video, acknowledged during the three daily broadcasts at the
convention center and again during broadcasts to the local hotel ‘dark’ channels, plus the video team with work
with your onsite team to create a promotional video that can be hosted on your website and used in future marketing efforts. And that’s just the beginning! Get on board with MPItv and you will have a starring role in this year’s
World Education Congress in Atlantic City!
Benefits Include:
• Interview with sponsors’ representative
• Sponsor can create a lower third graphic
featured on daily news video
to pop up during newscast, promoting
• Banner Ad included on video player
brand/location
that links to the sponsor’s website
• Sponsor mentioned at the beginning and
(associated with clips included in e-
end of every video
newsletters or on social media)
• Broadcast to all participating hotels via
• Placement of pre-produced 30 second
the in-house channel
commercial/ad in each day’s newscast
• Inclusion in all sponsor signage
(production by sponsor, or by MPI-TV,
• Listing on event website, with hyperlink
fashioned to appear as a news broadcast
• Listing on event app
interview)
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WEC ONSITE - DAILY NEWSPAPER
MPI ONSITE
MPI OnSite, the official award-winning onsite daily newspaper at WEC
the delivered directly to guest rooms, where readers are likely to spend
more time with it. Also distributed at the convention center, it’s packed
with the latest, most pertinent conference and industry news.
• Previews of professional development, networking and educational
opportunities, vital to attendees, for the day ahead.
• Review of previous day’s experiences.
Drive traffic to your business with:
• Repeat impressions—Sunday, Monday, Tuesday editions.
• Direct access each morning to key decision-makers.
• Ability to highlight your brand, or your company’s conference
sponsorship.
• Stick-on opportunity on the cover
Premium placements enhance brand visibility and booth location:
• Belly band to spotlight your brand message.
• Special cover positions—back cover, inside front cover or
inside back cover
*Please see MPI Sales and Advertising Guide for sponsor placement opportunities, located on our website
(www .mpiweb .org) on our Advertising and Sponsorship tab
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WEC – MPI FOUNDATION
MPI FOUNDATION
RENDEZVOUS
Take part in this year’s networking event and provide your clients
with an exciting VIP experience! The music and dancing are non-stop!
Rendezvous is the MPI Foundation’s signature event and funds raised
benefit the Education Endowment.
VIP AREA SPONSOR - 1st Tier
Benefits Include:
• Exclusive Sponsor branding
• Signage recognition at the event and conference
• Logo recognition on the WEC event website
• Complimentary mailing list of conference attendee
planners and suppliers
• Twenty (20) tickets to 2016 WEC Rendezvous (Value: $2,800)
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• Ten (10) Supplier Event tickets to The Big Deal (Value: $950)
VIP AREA SPONSOR - 2nd Tier
Benefits Include:
• Exclusive Sponsor branding
• Signage recognition at the event and conference
• Logo recognition on the WEC event website
• Complimentary mailing list of conference attendee
planners and suppliers
• Ten (10) tickets to 2016 WEC Rendezvous (Value: $1,400)
• Five (5) Supplier Event tickets to The Big Deal (Value: $475)
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VIP AREA SPONSOR - 3rd Tier
Benefits Include:
• Exclusive Sponsor branding
• Signage recognition at the event and conference
• Logo recognition on the WEC event website
• Complimentary mailing list of conference attendee
planners and suppliers.
• Five (5) tickets to 2016 WEC Rendezvous
(Value: $700)
• Two (2) Supplier Event tickets to The Big Deal
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WEC – MPI FOUNDATION
MPI FOUNDATION
RENDEZVOUS VIP
PRE-PARTY
T Street
Price $10,000
150 person capacity
(ticket to Rendezvous sold separately)
Three (3) available
Host your favorite friends and planners at an
exclusive VIP party preceding Rendezvous (Monday June 13, 9pm), in one of the following three
themed restaurants. MPI will secure the venue of
your choosing and provide appropriate signage
to guide your invited guests in to join you. As
host you will work directly with the venue to create the pre-party atmosphere that’s exactly right
for you. Pick your spot and get your party planning started today! * F&B, entertainment, décor,
etc. will be at an additional cost.
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WEC – MPI FOUNDATION
World Series of Poker®
(WSOP) Tournament Table
Atlantic City comes to life with this exclusive opportunity to
participate in an official qualifying WSOP satellite tournament
that takes place inside The Big Deal. Limited to approximately
200 players, the champion from this tournament goes on to
play in the 2017 World Series of Poker® Main Event in Las Vegas -a prize package valued over $10,000 USD. Operated by
official WSOP tournament dealers, judges and the TV host of
the Main Event, you won’t want to miss this one of a kind opportunity to give your clients an experience to remember.
THE BIG DEAL
Package includes:
• Reserved table for 10 people to play in the WSOP®
Tournament
• Private cocktail reception for you and your table players
prior to opening of The Big Deal and the WSOP
Tournament
• Logo recognition on The Big Deal event website
• Logo recognition during The Big Deal
• Table signage
• Opportunity to create a theme at your table
The Big Deal is a thrilling night filled with high roller networking,
gaming, entertainment and giveaways. Over 1,000 people show
up to play at this spectacular fundraising event every year sponsored by Caesars Entertainment, Hilton Worldwide, and Encore
Productions.
This is a ticketed event. All registered planners of WEC 2016
receive free general admission ticket. Funds raised benefit the
MPI Foundation.
WSOP tournament rules and regulations strictly enforced.
Only sponsors of The Big Deal WSOP Tournament are authorized to play and to invite table players. Table players must be
registered participants of WEC to be eligible to play.
SuperSaver Package
Table sponsor benefits apply, plus:
• Twelve (12) tickets to attend MPI Foundation 2016 WEC
Rendezvous networking and fundraising event
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EMEC
Sponsorship & Advertising
Opportunities
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EMEC
CONTENTS
SPONSORSHIP & ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES
Hosted Buyer Programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Meet and Greet and EMEC for Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Campfire Sessions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Education Session Tracks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Sunset Sessions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Coffee Breaks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
The MPI Foundation’s Rendezvous. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Updated: May 26, 2016
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EMEC – HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM
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business with the best planners
Participating in MPI’s Hosted Buyer Program you to meet face-to-face with
qualified corporate planners and solidify your future meetings business in an
intimate environment .
Face-to-face meetings with decision makers from the US and Europe comes
with the following benefits:
Hosted Buyer Supplier Benefits:
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A minimum of 10 face –to-face 15 minute appointments
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Prime exposure within MarketSquare throughout the conference
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One complimentary EMEC 2017 registration; Includes access to all
conference education
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Meet and greet reception with participating planners on Saturday evening
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Networking lunch with participating planners on Sunday afternoon
Join MPI’s Hosted Buyer Programme as an exclusive supplier at EMEC 2017
and get business done!
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EMEC – MEET AND GREET / EMEC FOR ME
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Sunday Meet and Greet
Network with participants as soon as they arrive at EMEC. By sponsoring this kick
off event, your company will have great visibility prior to the Opening General Session.
Benefits include:
• One (1) complimentary EMEC Registration
• Logo recognition on all sponsor signage
• Logo recognition on event mobile app
• Logo recognition on conference website
• Ability to interact with all conference attendees,
celebrating the opening of the conference!
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EMEC for Me
Make a great first impression by sponsoring EMEC for Me, the fun and interactive session that
supports new participants in getting the most out of the conference. During this session, participants
will learn more about MPI and how to maximize both their membership benefits and conference
experience. Revamped in 2014, this session received a 95% favorability score and was among the
top 10 of highest rated educational sessions at EMEC.
Benefits include:
• One (1) complimentary EMEC Registration
• Logo included on signage entering session
• Logo included on opening slide of presentation
• Logo included on all sponsor signage
• Logo included on event mobile app
• Logo included on conference website with hyperlink
• Opportunity to give a “branded” prize for winner of Networking game
(subject to MPI approval)
• Post event mailing list of all attendees for a one time marketing effort
(delivered within 30 days after event, emails/phone numbers not included)
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EMEC – CAMPFIRE SESSIONS
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Campfire Sessions
Campfires have long been a source of light and warmth, conduits of conversation and inspiration. At the EMEC, delegates will find these centuries-old discussions, where the focus will be on the future of meetings,
corporate social responsibility, technology, meeting management, social
media and meeting design. With multiple campfires running throughout
the conference, these intimate 30-minute sessions offer the opportunity
for participants to engage in peer-to-peer learning in a small group environment, led by an industry expert.
Benefits include:
• One (1) complimentary EMEC Registration
• Logo included on signage entering session,
• Logo included on opening slide of presentation,
• Logo included on all sponsor signage
• Logo included on event mobile app
• Logo included on conference website with hyperlink
• Post event mailing list for one time marketing effort
(delivered within 30 days after event, emails/phone numbers
not included)
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EMEC – EDUCATION SESSIONS
Education Session Tracks
At EMEC 2016, the Meetovation design principles of active involvement,
creative setups, local inspiration, responsible thinking and return on
investment will be integrated into each concurrent session. Sponsor one
of four tracks featuring personalized learning opportunities for both planners and suppliers that align with the CMP International Standards, while
providing relationship building opportunities through joint learning experiences. Align your brand with what matters most to you and your audience, and support the education of your industry colleagues.
Four learning tracks available:
• Meeting & Event Design
• Leadership & Strategic Planning
• Meeting Planning & Project Management
• Supplier Focus
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Benefits include:
• One (1) Complimentary EMEC full conference Registration
• Logo included on All Sponsor signage
• Logo included on Conference website with hyperlink
• Logo included on Mobile App sponsor page
• Logo included on signage entering event or session
• Logo Recognition included on Opening slide of presentation
• Logo included on Walk out slides
• Sponsor may provide branded gift to participants
(MPI approval required)
• Participant mailing list provided for one time marketing effort
(delivered within 30 days after event, emails/phone numbers not
included)
• Introduce speaker and make brief introductory remarks
(script validated by MPI, rehearsal required)
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EMEC – SUNSET SESSIONS
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Sunset Session on Monday
This session provides a special educational experience after the official conference
hours. Sponsoring this highly popular session will con¬nect your brand with a
special and out of the ordinary EMEC experience about which people will talk long
after the conference.
Benefits Include:
• One table to display marketing materials (logistics and shipping covered
by client)
• One (1) Complimentary EMEC full conference Registration
• Opportunity to introduce the speaker
• Appropriate signage displayed at entrance of workshop
• Opportunity to distribute gift to participants (gift must be submitted to MPI no
later than one month prior to event for approval, additional costs including
shipping and handling may apply)
• Inclusion in the all-sponsor signage in the registration area
• Listing on event website
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EMEC – COFFEE BREAKS
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Coffee Breaks
Three available (Mon, am & pm, Tuesday am)
Our brain-friendly breaks which are designed to help participants perform better.
Make a favorable impression on EMEC participants by sponsoring the morning Coffee Break, a popular time to renew friendships and discuss conference
highlights. By sponsoring one of three available coffee breaks, you will create
and be part of the perfect environment for networking and business exchange.
Research shows that by introducing healthy, brain-friendly snacks which excite
your neurons, you help participants concentrate better and feel fitter, healthier
and more alert.
Benefits include:
• One (1) Complimentary 2016 EMEC full conference Registration
• Logo included on All Sponsor signage
• Logo included on Conference website with hyperlink
• Logo included on Mobile App sponsor page
• Logo included on signage entering event or session
• Participant mailing list provided for one time marketing effort
(delivered within 30 days after event, emails/phone numbers not included)
• Opportunity for sponsor team to interact one-on-one with EMEC participants
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EMEC – RENDEZVOUS
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Rendezvous
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Take part in this year’s most spectacular networking event and provide your
clients with an exciting VIP experience! The music is live and the dancing is
nonstop. Rendezvous is the MPI Foundation’s signature event, raising funds that
help drive members’ careers.
VIP AREA SPONSOR - 1st Tier 7,000 euro
• Signage recognition at the event and conference
• Logo recognition on the event website
• Twenty (20) tickets to Rendezvous
• VIP area included
VIP AREA SPONSOR - 2nd Tier 5,000 euro
• Signage recognition at the event and conference
• Logo recognition on the event website
• Ten (10) tickets to Rendezvous
• VIP area included
VIP AREA SPONSOR - 3rd Tier 3,000 euro
• Signage recognition at the event and conference
• Logo recognition on the event website
• Five (5) tickets to Rendezvous
• VIP area included
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MPI ACADEMY
Education for our valued members is at the core of MPI’s mission. How can we help
them gain the skills and credentials needed to produce successful, impactful meetings? How can we take member survey results and create education that is relevant to
our member base? It is only through strategic partnership, innovation and experiential
events that we can bring our members the tools they need—the tools they are looking
for that set them apart from their colleagues.
In the world of learning, there’s a season for all ideas, and the MPI Academy is here
to bring those ideas to life. Where there are problems, we can help you find solutions.
Where there are dated practices, we can help you create curriculum to bring your
team’s execution to new levels. Where there is innovation, we can work together to
bring it to the market in ways that captivate learners and helps them up their game.
Together, with the MPI Academy, we can.
Certificate Courses
Certificate in Meeting Management (CMM)............................................................. 46
Healthcare Meeting Compliance Certificate............................................................ 50
CMP-Healthcare Prep.............................................................................................55
Sustainable Meeting Practitioner Certificate............................................................56
Meeting Essentials..................................................................................................58
Training
Event Design Certificate......................................................................................... 64
Meeting Trends Training Session............................................................................ 65
Live Event Content
Professional Development Packages..................................................................... 66
Corporate Meeting and Event Training................................................................... 67
Updated: May 26, 2016
Webinars.............................................................................................................. 68
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
CMM – Certificate in Meeting
Management Program
Developed jointly by GBTA and MPI, the CMM Designation Program is a three-phased, comprehensive
business education program designed for meeting and travel professionals and includes an intensive business
management core program led by highly esteemed university professors from renowned business schools.
Don’t miss the chance to align your brand with this prestigious industry designation. Education and Destination
sponsors can collaborate to bring a truly unique experience to this group of influential Meeting Professionals,
making your brand a staple to the attendees as their business grows as a result of their new designation!
Sponsors will be recognized during the 3.5-day CMM program and in the two self-led webinars. Sponsors
will gain visibility and access to the attendees throughout the program during sessions and meal functions.
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
CMM Title Sponsor
Make your support of the professional meeting manager obvious by investing in the CMM Title
sponsorship, a three phased comprehensive business education program designed for meeting
and travel professionals. All sessions conducted by highly esteemed university professors from
renowned business schools, leading intensive business management core programs required to
achieve the Certificate in Meeting Management designation. This four (4) day class held at various
destinations throughout the year.
Details can be found at http://www.mpiweb.org/Education/CMM
Benefits:
• Align Brand with Certificate program as Title Sponsor,
• Recognition in all print and digital promotion of program
• Logo included on Electronic Certificate as Title sponsor
• Opportunity to provide digital advertorial (single page) to insert into class materials
for term of sponsorship
• Logo recognition on back cover of work book as Title Sponsor
• Branded alignment with two (2) scholarships
• Align brand to minimum of 10, maximum of 30 students
• Provide brief welcome and introduce speaker (when event sponsor is present,
Title sponsor will make remarks at break or end of session)
• Opportunity to co-sponsor a reception with Destination sponsor for attendees
is encouraged but not required
• Opportunity to provide a gift, in the form of pens/pencils,
branded canvas bag, pads, etc (MPI approval required)
• First right of refusal when term of contract ends
(MPI requires 90 days’ notice to avoid signing new sponsor)
• Post class attendee contact information provided to sponsor
(excludes email addresses, unless otherwise noted)
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
CMM Destination Sponsor
Date TBD, based on faculty availability
Destination Sponsor will be responsible for:
• Accommodations for attendees, staff and faculty (approx. 50 attendees and 6 staff/speakers)
• All Food and Beverage (includes daily breakfast, lunch and two dinners), ground transportation,
meeting rooms & AV needs
• Providing all venue information for MPI approval before finalizing program.
• Working with coordinator to define all speaking opportunities, with a content review,
suggestions to keep the information topical to attendees and mandatory rehearsals
• Five (5) hotel nights included in Registration, with a Welcome Reception held the first evening
• Four (4) hotel nights, two front end/two back end shoulder nights offered at discounted rates
• Transportation included for all destinations, and to and from the airport
Benefits:
• Logo recognition surrounding event (including printed or digital signage), at entrance
to classroom, in Food & Beverage areas, and anywhere onsite the event is mentioned
• Logo recognition on Event Website, in promotion of CMM Program, and within the
education deck during the session
• Opportunity to provide branded gift to participants (subject to MPI approval)
• Opportunity to interact one on one with attendees during event
• Post class Attendee mailing list for one time marketing opportunity (provided post event, email
addresses not included)
• Opportunity to seek co-sponsor
• Includes marketing effort to promote class, including website listing of class dates with *registration link
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
CMM Education Sponsor
Date TBD, based on faculty availability
Benefits:
• Logo recognition surrounding event (including printed or digital signage), at entrance
to classroom, and anywhere onsite the event is mentioned
• Logo recognition on Event Website, in promotion of CMM Program, and within the
education deck during the session
• Opportunity to introduce instructor, and make brief introductory remarks (content approval
and rehearsal required)
• Opportunity to provide branded gift to participants (subject to MPI approval)
• Opportunity to interact one on one with attendees, during event
***Execution of this sponsorship is dependent upon acquiring an Destination Sponsor****
***A maximum of 20% (total) suppliers and partners allowed in any one (1) CMM Program***
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Healthcare Meeting
Compliance Certificate
Be considered an education leader within the meeting and event industry, by aligning your
brand with the Healthcare Meeting Compliance Certificate (HMCC). MPI has a vested interest
in providing this custom program, that will provide conformity of current information of global
healthcare compliance stakeholders to meet the need for global healthcare compliance education.
This program qualifies as four (4) clock hours toward a CMP-HC. MPI and sponsor will collaborate
to determine which industry event would work best to align with for this half (½) day session.
Basic Class Information:
• Student registration fee is $499 each (if host event requires registration fee) and/or
$699 each (if host event does not require registration fee).
• MPI Members attendees receive a $100 discount (please log into mpiweb.org when
registering for discount to be automatically applied)
• Books not included in pricing
• MPI requires 10 full days’ notice to reschedule or cancel. If cancelled, the sponsorship
dollars originally allocated towards HMCC will be reallocated towards another MPI opportunity.
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
2016 HMCC Title Sponsor
Title Sponsor is the exclusive, top level of investment for the public live event Healthcare Meeting
Compliance Certificate program in which your brand will be aligned for a twelve (12) month period
(approx. 8 sessions). Potential MPI/Industry Events in which HMCC will be delivered are as
follows: WEC, EMEC, CBI, ExlPharma, World Congress, IMEX America, IMEX Frankfurt, Incentive
Works, GIBTM, AIBTM, CIBTM, EIBTM, HSMAI, DMAI, GBTA, etc. Individual program sponsors
will be acquired.
Benefits:
• Logo recognition as the Title Sponsor on the MPI HMCC website for term of sponsorship
• Logo recognition as the Title Sponsor on HMCC certificate for the term of sponsorship
• Opportunity to provide digital advertorial (single page) to insert into class materials for term of sponsorship
• Opportunity to have one (1) Private Session* (up to 20 people)
• Logo recognition as the Title Sponsor on back cover of class workbook
• Brand alignment with two (2) HMCC Scholarships
• Opportunity to align your brand as the Title Sponsor of HMCC to a min of 10/max of 30 attendees per
class for a 12 month period.
• Opportunity to do a brief welcome and introduce speaker, if an event sponsor is not acquired (no sales pitch)
• One (1) complimentary attendance at every HMCC class during sponsorship term
• Logo recognition at the beverage table located within the classroom
• Logo recognition where appropriate and according to event guidelines
• Opportunity to provide a gift to attendees (subject to MPI’s approval: Approved examples would be
pens or pads with sponsor logo that could be used during the education session).
*Private Session - Sponsor is responsible for venue expenses
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
HMCC
Individual Program Sponsor
Individual Program Sponsors will align their brand with one (1) public live event Healthcare Meeting
Compliance Certificate program. Potential MPI/Industry Events are as follows: WEC, EMEC, CBI,
ExlPharma, World Congress, IMEX America, IMEX Frankfurt, Incentive Works, GIBTM, AIBTM,
CIBTM, EIBTM, HSMAI, DMAI, GBTA , etc. An overarching Title Sponsor will be acquired and an
agreement needs to be signed at least 60 days, prior to event.
Benefits:
• Opportunity to align your brand with a HMCC to a min of 10/max of 30 attendees
•
Opportunity to do a brief welcome and introduce speaker (no sales pitch)
• One (1) training registrations for sponsor team member
• Opportunity to display marketing materials within the HMCC classrooms
• Logo recognition on HMCC certificate
• Logo recognition where appropriate and according to event guidelines
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Opportunity to provide a gift to attendees (subject to MPI’s approval: Approved examples would be pens
or pads with sponsor logo that could be used during the education session).
• Opportunity to seek co-sponsorship (partner is subject to MPI approval)
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
HMCC Host Sponsor
Here is your chance to bring this certificate course to other continuing education you are providing
your employees and/or clients. This is a private class, held in the venue of your choice, with our
instructor and curriculum. MPI has a vested interest in providing this custom program that will
provide conformity of current information of global healthcare compliance stakeholders to meet
the need for global healthcare compliance education. This 4 hour program qualifies as clock hours
toward a CMP-HC and 0.4 continuing education units (CEUs).
*If a Title Sponsor is acquired, co-branding will apply.
Benefits:
• Thirteen (13) comp registrations - $699 per additional attendee
• Opportunity for sponsor to invite employees/clients to attend the session
• MPI will market the event through the following deliverables:
• MPI will send out one (1) targeted electronic invite to MPI’s database, on behalf of the client
one (1) month prior to the event.
• MPI will add the purchased session to the list of classes being offered in the generic
HMCC promotional email.
• MPI will add the purchased session to the list of classes being offered on the HMCC landing page
• Other generic HMCC promotional deliverables: social media, MPI newsletters and an events
landing page in merch box on MPIweb.org
• Electronic certificates co-branded with sponsor logo for all session attendees, including
HMCC Title Sponsor, if applicable
• Opportunity to do a reception after the session (additional cost(s) are sponsor’s responsibility)
• Opportunity to provide a gift to participants (Valued under $10.00)
Other:
• Books not included (Participant or sponsor will pay for books in addition to the
program fee of $89.95 per book)
• The sponsor is required to bring in 10 registrants to ensure that the class minimum is met.
• The sponsor is required to cover instructor travel including airfare, hotel accommodations
(if not covered by client), ground transfers, and $80 per diem, $600 trainer fee, and full payment
of meeting room rental fee and AV (if not covered by client).
• The sponsor’s complimentary attendee must register for the session. The registration fee will be waived.
• If the sponsor is not pleased with the number or mix of attendees, MPI cannot transfer funds
to another session.
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
HMCC Online sponsor
MPI offers specialized education for the meeting planners in the healthcare sector. Covering
compliance regulations, reporting requirements and techniques for managing healthcare
meetings, it’s the perfect program for the medical meeting planner who needs to operate with
precision. Align your brand with HMCC online and know that people all over the globe will see
your support on every slide!
Benefits include:
• Logo on splash page
• Logo included throughout program, including an opportunity to include a one slide
advertorial at the program conclusion with hyperlink
• Opportunity to provide sponsored training to employees at no additional cost
(maximum of 50 students)
• Sponsorship term for 12 months with opportunity to renew (MPI must know 90 days
prior to contract expiration of commitment to hold for current sponsor for the
following year)
• Logo included in marketing effort, further aligning brand with MPI and HMCC
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
CMP Healthcare Prep
(CMP-HC)
The CMP-HC is a certification program specifically developed for those working in the healthcare
meeting industry. It is designed to identify those who have mastered the knowledge needed to be
a successful healthcare meeting professional. Only those who hold a current CMP certification are
eligible to take this exam. Engage these high level planners by sponsoring a session at the location
of your choice, with MPI providing marketing support to let our members know of this opportunity.
Participants will gain valuable instruction to help prepare them to take the exam to achieve this high
level specialized certification.
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Provide brief welcome and introduce speaker, unless Title Sponsor representative is on site*when
title sponsor is present, event sponsor will make remarks at break or end of session
Provide advertorial slide into class ‘deck’ as presenting sponsor
Opportunity to display marketing materials, on designated table in classroom
Logo included on Electronic Certificate (co-branding may occur)
Logo recognition where appropriate and according to event guidelines
Recognition in all print and digital promotion of program
Opportunity to provide a gift, preferably co-branded, to attendees (subject to MPI’s approval:
Approved examples would be pens or pads with sponsor logo that could be used during the
education session)
MPI will manage registration process, informing sponsor at regular intervals of attendee numbers
MPI will provide Post class attendee contact information to sponsor (excludes email addresses,
unless otherwise noted)
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Sustainable Meeting
Professional Certificate
(SMPC)
Every event planner has a responsibility to create sustainable meetings and many are required by
governance to meet CSR criteria in their event planning. The SMPC course provides organizations
with a set of policies and procedures to plan and execute those meetings according to the SMPP
standards, and comply with ISO 20121 and APEX/ASTM standards. At the conclusion of the course
attendees will conduct a self-evaluation and be qualified to meet the criteria for the Global Reporting
Initiative. Be considered an education leader within the meeting and events industry by aligning
with the SMPC certificate program and demonstrate your commitment to sustainability.
Basic Class information:
• Student registration required
• $249 USD for MPI members, $349 USD for non-member pricing
• 3 CMP-IS clock hours in Meeting or Event Design
MPI agrees to:
• Secure and arrange travel for an Accredited Trainer to deliver the program
• Provide online registration process for the participants
• Provide weekly updates on registration numbers and registrant’s information to Sponsor
• Provide electronic certificates to graduates
• Provide necessary information for the promotion of the program to the students
• Arrange access to all training materials, through an FTP site
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Sustainable Meeting
Professional Certificate
(SMPC) (CONTINUED)
Sponsor will:
• Market the program and ensure the minimum number of 10 students
(max 55 students) attend
• Advise all students of registration requirement (sponsor has option of covering
attendee costs, if desired)
• Advise MPI if they intend to cover attendee registration costs so arrangements can
be made for payment method
• Advise MPI final date of program ninety (90) days in advance, and provide thirty
(30) days written notice in the event of cancelation
• Send a representative to attend session who provides a brief welcome and
introduces Trainer(s)
• Print all training material (access provided by MPI through FTP site)
• Pay the cost of instructor(s) flights, accommodations, and daily ground transportation
• Manage training room requirements, including standard A/V, F&B, etc
• Provide MPI final attendee list after completion of program
• Print graduate certificates, if desired by attendee
• *If inviting MPI Members is desired, you must give MPI six (6) months’ notice and
provide fulfillment team with invitation art, desired invitees, location, and date(s)
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Meeting Essentials1
The world of meetings and events is an exciting place to begin or grow a career. In the U.S.
alone, there are nearly 100,000 meeting, convention and event professionals—and that number
is expected to grow by 33 percent over the next decade.
Meeting Essentials 1 introduces event professionals with two years of experience
or less with a broad overview of the industry, as well as deep dives into the areas of:
• budget creation and oversight
• speaker management
• F&B coordination
• room décor and signage
• technical production
• attendee movement
• marketing
• onsite communications
• site and project management and more
Those who are new to the industry, or who plan events as just one part of their jobs, will gain a
better understanding of best practices in these areas to improve the way they think about the
meetings they plan. The program aligns with the industry’s accepted competency standards and
introduces the core concepts and skills necessary to be a meeting and event professional. Invest
in the future of the event industry by sponsoring Meeting Essentials1
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Meeting Essentials1 (CONTINUED)
Sponsor agrees to:
• Market the program and ensure the minimum number of 40 students
(max 55 students) attend
• Advise all students of registration requirement per student of $1100 non member/$900 member
• Advise MPI final date of program ninety (90) days in advance, and provide thirty
(30) days written notice in the event of cancelation
• Print all training material (access provided by MPI through FTP site)
• Cover all related costs, including speaker fee, travel, accommodations and per diem
• Arrange for training room requirements
• Provide MPI final graduate list after completion of program
• Ensure a dedicated English speaking contact person on-site
• Print graduate certificates, if desired by attendee
MPI agrees to:
• Secure Accredited Trainers to deliver the program
• Provide online registration process for the participants (if necessary)
• Provide regular updates on registration numbers and registrant’s information to Sponsor
• Supplemental marketing of the program to the MPI members in region
• MPI will provide electronic certificates to graduates
• Provide necessary information for the promotion of the program to the students
• Arrange access to all training materials
• Provide on-line examination and evaluations
• Provide updated content
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Meeting Essentials2
Meeting Essentials2 will provide event professionals with three to five years of experience with
the knowledge they need to understand the business purpose of their roles and improve their
meetings or meeting portfolios.
Attendees will dive into the areas of:
• Stakeholder management
• Objective and metric setting
• Budget development
• Meeting design
• Risk and project management
• Sustainability and CSR
• Promotion, marketing, public relations
• ROI and ROO measurement
• People management and more
The program aligns with the industry’s accepted competency standards to advance concepts
necessary to be a strategic meeting and event professional. Invest in the future of the event
industry by sponsoring Meeting Essentials2
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Meeting Essentials2 (CONTINUED)
Sponsor agrees to:
• Market the program and ensure the minimum number of 40 students
(max 55 students) attend
• Advise all students of registration requirement per student of $1100 non member/$900 member
• Advise MPI final date of program ninety (90) days in advance, and provide thirty
(30) days written notice in the event of cancelation
• Print all training material (access provided by MPI through FTP site)
• Cover all related costs, including speaker fee, travel, accommodations and per diem
• Arrange for training room requirements
• Provide MPI final graduate list after completion of program
• Ensure a dedicated English speaking contact person on-site
• Print graduate certificates, if desired by attendee
MPI agrees to:
• Secure Accredited Trainers to deliver the program
• Provide online registration process for the participants (if necessary)
• Provide regular updates on registration numbers and registrant’s information to Sponsor
• Supplemental marketing of the program to the MPI members in region
• MPI will provide electronic certificates to graduates
• Provide necessary information for the promotion of the program to the students
• Arrange access to all training materials
• Provide on-line examination and evaluations
• Provide updated content
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Meeting Essentials2
Fast Track
Sponsor this one day class, designed for skilled professionals who understand the value
of meetings and who are able to articulate core industry standards and principles. Gain
prominence in the Meetings & Events industry by hosting Meeting Essentials2 Fast Track,
which will provide event professionals with three to five years of experience with the
knowledge they need to understand the business purpose of their roles and improve their
meetings or meeting portfolios. Include a reception** the evening before, if desired and begin
building a mutually beneficial relationship to last for many years.
The program aligns with the industry’s accepted competency standards to advance
concepts necessary to be a strategic meeting and event professional.
Fast Track2 will dive into the areas of:
• Objective and metric setting
• Budget development
• Meeting components and content design
• Sustainability and CSR
MPI will:
• Secure an Accredited Trainer to deliver the program
• Provide online registration process for the participants (if necessary)
• List course on Professional Development website, with registration link
• Provide regular updates on registration numbers and registrant’s information to Sponsor
• MPI will provide electronic certificates to graduates, and provide a template for printed
certificates, if desired, which includes the sponsor’s logo
• Provide necessary information for the promotion of the program to the students
• Arrange access to all training materials
• Provide updated content
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Meeting Essentials2
Fast Track (CONTINUED)
Sponsor will:
• Market the program and ensure the minimum number of 40 students (max 55 students) attend
• Advise all students of registration requirement per student of $699 USD for Non-MPI members,
$499 for MPI members
• Advise MPI final date of program ninety (90) days in advance, and provide thirty (30) days
written notice in the event of cancelation*
• Print all training material (access provided by MPI through FTP site)
• Cover all related costs, including speaker fee, travel, accommodations and per diem
(invoiced post event)
• Arrange for training room requirements
• Provide MPI final graduate list after completion of program
• Print graduate certificates, if desired by attendee
*A cancelation fee of $2,500 applies in the event of less than 30 days’ notice.
**Reception optional but recommended
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Event Design Certificate
If being on the front lines of event innovation is your calling card, Event Model Generation’s
(#EMG) Event Canvas training is a no-brainer for your brand. #EMG creates a visual, userfriendly language and tools to describe, discuss, design, challenge, invent and choose
innovative and sustainably successful events through a strategic management template.
This three (3) day class has been accredited by the Convention Industry Council (CIC) and
corresponds to the Meeting and Business Event Competency Standards (MBECS) standard
for knowledge and abilities associated with experienced meeting professionals. The training
will provide ample knowledge, skills and tools to help participants better design their event
and elevate the dialogue to include senior stakeholders and event owners.
The methodology is sequential and makes use
of a range of visual thinking techniques including:
• Empathy Mapping
• Value Proposition Canvas
• Event ROI Methodology
• Business Model Canvas
• Service Design Canvas
• Instructional Design Model
Training provided by Event Model Generation
founders Ruud Janssen and Roel Frissen.
(www.eventmodelgeneration.com)
Training:
Aug. 15-17, 2016
Registration per student is $1,950 USD.
Sponsor benefits include:
• Logo included on Registration page
• Logo included within classroom at
refreshment table, at lunch and on
walk-in slides
• Opportunity to send a team member
to introduce the instructors and to give
a brief speech
• Opportunity to include team member
as attendee in Certificate program
• Opportunity to provide small gift item
to attendees (MPI approval required)
• Opportunity to host an evening
reception (all costs belong to sponsor)
• Attendee list provided for one time
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TRAINING
Meeting Trends
Training Session
MPI will bring an industry trends training session to your organization’s headquarters, sales
meeting or annual event to educate your workforce in the latest opportunities and challenges
facing the marketplace. The session will cover the different hardships and gaps faced by
meeting professionals and encourage your team in different ways it can meet these problems
and create a competitive advantage. Understand your clients’ needs and wants in new ways
that allow you to act as a strategic partner as opposed to a supplier.
Sponsor agrees to:
• Provide facility, standard AV components, F&B, transportation
• Cover all related costs, including speaker fee, travel, accommodations and per diem
• Work with MPI Professional Development advisor to develop appropriate content for
attendees, with an anticipated content delivery time of 90 minutes
• Advise MPI final date of program ninety (90) days in advance, and provide thirty
(30) days written notice in the event of cancelation
• Ensure a minimum of ten (10) attendees
• Manage invitations and logistics for students
MPI agrees to:
• Work with sponsor to design a program that meets organizational needs
• Source speaker for event
• Coordinate event design for maximum ROI
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LIVE EVENT CONTENT
MPI Professional
Development Packages
You want the attendees at your event to leave not only satisfied, but with knowledge and skills they
need to meet their goals, improve their events and elevate their careers. Let MPI help. Consult with
one of our Professional Development leaders to identify the training you need and MPI will source
the speaker(s) for your next FAM or education event so that you can concentrate on your own
logistics and return on investment. We’ll even submit the clock hours to CIC for you.
Training times will vary depending on curriculum. Attendee registration required.
Sponsor agrees to:
• Identify a point person to work with our education team on content identified
as core values or needs
• Provide facility, standard AV components, F&B, transportation
• Manage attendee invitations and experience*
• Include the MPI logo into course materials
• Cover trainer travel costs, including airfare & hotel for one night
• Act as event host and provide appropriate guest amenities
• Advise MPI final date of program ninety (90) days in advance, and provide thirty
(30) days written notice in the event of cancelation
• If inviting MPI Members is desired, it is preferred that you give MPI six (6) months’ notice
and provide fulfillment team with invitation art, desired invitees, location(s), and date(s) Provide
consultation with sponsors’ team to discover the direction and needs of the desired education
MPI agrees to:
• Provide consultation with sponsors team to discover the direction and needs of
your organization
• Submit speaker recommendations and session descriptions to sponsor for approval
• Submit sponsor approved sessions to CIC for clock hour approval
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TRAINING
MPI Corporate Meeting
& Event Training
Your sales team or business development department needs to understand the world
of meetings and events in order to find their competitive edge. Meeting professionals
are looking for partners not vendors, and they are looking to industry suppliers for
not only products but also advice and even education. Make sure your sales team
understands the stressors and challenges facing today’s meeting professional. MPI
will come to the venue of your choice and teach your staff about the current meetings
landscape and how they fit into the meetings continuum. Get the information you need
about the current market and the impact to meeting and event planners and position
your team for success.
MPI will:
• Provide a phone consultation with your team to discover the direction and needs
of your organization
• Create education deck that aligns with organizational needs, based on Meetings
Outlook survey results
• Pay speaker fee, travel and accommodations
• Deliver a 1.5-hour training course in an instructor led format
Sponsor will:
• Identify a point person to work with our professional development team on content
• Provide facility, standard AV components, F&B, transportation
• Manage attendee invitations and experience
• Include the MPI logo in course materials
• Advise MPI final date of program ninety (90) days in advance, and provide thirty
(30) days written notice in the event of cancelation
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WEBINARS
Webinars
MPI webinars provide industry-leading education on market and sector trends and best practices. They help participants continue
their professional development by understanding the overall business environment of events, the challenges therein and the
opportunities for advancement and achievement. By sponsoring a webinar, you show that you value the educational development of
industry professionals, you differentiate yourself from other industry suppliers and you align yourself with valuable industry knowledge
and skills:
Collaborate with MPI to create unique content. Topics in high demand include
• Contract Negotiations
• Healthcare Compliance
• Strategic Meeting Management
• Food & Beverage
Sponsored webinars will receive the following benefits
• Logo included in presentation
• Sponsorship mention included in pre-event marketing effort
• Sponsor will be recognized by the facilitator at the start of the webinar, ie “Powered by”
- Single page advertorial attached to the recorded webinar, housed on PD Online
for 12 months
• Sponsor can make introductory comments, if desired (content review required)
• Attendee email list provided for one time marketing effort
• Page re-direct to sponsor website included within webinar
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MPI FOUNDATION
MPI Foundation
Branded Grants & Scholarships ............................... 71
Planned Giving.......................................................... 71
Contributor levels...................................................... 72
Fundraising Events.................................................... 74
Contact Us.............................................................. 100
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MPI FOUNDATION
Promoting the Meeting
& Events Industry
through Philanthropy
The steps to securing the future of the meeting and event industry
are being taken today by the MPI Foundation.
The MPI Foundation fuels the growth and advancement of MPI members by
providing them professional development and career opportunities through
grants and scholarships. The MPI Foundation propels the meeting and event
industry forward by funding research initiatives that support the strategic plan
of MPI.
The mission of the MPI Foundation is to fund education and pan-industry
research that drive the success of meeting professionals.
Support the MPI Foundation and secure tomorrow by strengthening today!
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MPI FOUNDATION
Branded Grants
& Scholarships
Provide the ultimate helping hand and create a branded grant or scholarship in support of new
membership, an endowment, event attendance, or academic and professional development on
behalf of your company or an individual. Talk with your Director of Business Development about
getting involved today!
Planned Giving
In-kind Auction Donations
Package donations are needed to support the MPI Foundation auctions held in conjunction with:
IMEX Frankfurt (May), MPI World Education Congress (June), and Canada Rocks (August). Money
raised from these auctions benefit the foundation’s Education Endowment and will be used to
provide MPI chapter grants and scholarships.
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MPI FOUNDATION
Contributor levels
Support of the meeting and events industry doesn’t get any more generous than giving a helping
hand to the next generation of meeting and events planners. Fund a branded scholarship or grant
and MPI will recognize your investment in our award winning magazine The Meeting Professional,
on our website, in our e-newsletters and at our live events. Thank you for contributing to the future
of our industry by supporting the MPI Foundation.
Annual Education Fund - $2,500, $5,000, $7,500, or $10,000 annual (1 year pledge)
The Annual Education Fund will endow specific scholarships to our members to further their
professional development categorized by specific focus of the Career Landscape.
Corporate Contributors - $12,500 + annual (1 to 3 year pledge)
Corporate Contributors are committed to creating various educational opportunities through
scholarships and grants branded for the community. Corporate Contributors will fund branded
scholarships or grants, as well as the Education Endowment.
Education Contributors - $25,000+ annual (1 to 3 year pledge)
Education Contributors are looking to make a lasting impact on their community, the members of
MPI and the Meeting and Event Industry. Advancing the careers of our members lies at the heart
of the MPIF Education Endowment. You will be at the forefront of opening up new opportunities
for MPI Members, students, those in transition, and those needing the next open door to further
their career.
Education Contributors will fund:
• Education Endowment
• Chapter Grant Program
• Scholarships
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Contributor levels (CONTINUED)
Matching Education Endowment Contributors - $30,000+ annual
(2 year pledge required)
Matching Contributors will be limited to 2 contributors per-cycle and will match dollar-for-dollar
of all individual contributions. Your contributions will double the donations to the Foundation. As
a lead contributor to the MPI Foundation your visionary support of the Education Endowment will
not only continue to develop valuable professional development, but will align your brand to MPI
Foundation’s individual contribution, mobile giving, and affinity programs.
Matching Education Endowment Contributors will fund:
• Education Endowment
• Education & Research Grants
• Chapter Grant Program
Legend Contributors - $50,000+ annual (1 to 3 year pledge)
Legend Contributors are our top investment contributors who set the agenda for industry
transformation and success. As industry visionaries they will fund high impact initiatives through
grants, scholarships, and research that will shape the future and lay the foundation for the
sustained prosperity of our community.
Legend Contributors will fund:
• Education Endowment
• Pan-Industry Initiatives
• Innovative Education & Research Grants
• Chapter Grant Program
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Fundraising Events
MPIF has multiple sponsorship opportunities with our high profile fundraising events that both
raise funds for the Education Endowment and provide business networking opportunities for your
clients. By purchasing tickets to MPI Foundation fundraising events, you help raise money toward
scholarships, grants and pan-industry research all while having a great time. Find out about each
of these great fundraising options by talking to your Director of Business Development!
• Rendezvous
- Canada Rocks! - Toronto
- HB Cares Event - London
- IMEX America - Las Vegas
- EMEC - Grenada
- WEC - Atlantic City
• Not-so-Silent Auction
- IncentiveWorks
- IMEX Frankfurt
- WEC
• Destination fundraiser
- Thought Leaders Summit
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GENERAL SPONSORSHIP
General
Sponsorship
PARTNER EVENTS
IMEX America............................................................ 75
IncentiveWorks...........................................................91
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES
Non-Live Event Content.............................................96
CONTACT US........................................................ 100
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STRATEGIC PARTNER EVENTS
IMEX America
10/16/2016 - 10/20/2016
Smart Monday
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IMEX AMERICA
IMEX AMERICA 2016 is the show that innovates, inspires, and presents new
opportunities for the global meetings industry. In the heart of the world’s largest meetings market, IMEX America is a hub of energy on the show floor. IMEX America isn’t just
about doing business, it’s about building it. Let your imagination soar; IMEX America is a
show you can’t afford to miss.
Connect with IMEX America attendees through unique and exclusive opportunities. IMEX America 2015 will
feature around 4000 domestic and international attendees, including over 2,900 hosted buyers, and MPI is
providing you front and center access. MPI is offering one-of-a-kind partnerships at IMEX America prior to and
during the exhibition.
As the Premier Education Provider at IMEX America 2015, MPI invites you to join hundreds of pre-conference
attendees for a day of high-quality, CEU eligible education on Smart Monday, Powered by MPI, on October
12. Through MPI’s event partnerships you can showcase your brand through personal touch points on Smart
Monday and throughout the week.
Historical Attendance:
2011 attendance – 7,500 (Las Vegas)
2012 attendance – 8,312 (Las Vegas) – 2,400 Hosted Buyers and 2,413 Exhibitors
2013 attendance – 9,864 (Las Vegas) – 2,691 Hosted Buyers and 2,694 Exhibitors
2014 attendance – 10,697 (Las Vegas) – 2,909 Hosted Buyers and 2,900 Exhibitors
2015 attendance – 10,935 (Las Vegas) – 3,030 Hosted Buyers and 3,100 Exhibitors
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IMEX AMERICA
MPI Sunday Evening
Reception
Welcome MPI Members attending IMEX America at the MPI Welcome Reception on Sunday,
October 11 (venue TBD). Reception will feature light appetizers and cocktails as well as plenty of
networking. Mix and mingle with hundreds of IMEX America attendees prior to the start of IMEX
America. Use this opportunity to gain attention and welcome attendees. Capacity for event set at
150 attendees.
*IMEX America sponsors must also be IMEX America exhibitors..
Benefits Include:
• Opportunity to have company representative greet attendees at reception
• Opportunity to address guests (Content rehearsal required)
• Appropriate signage at event (includes 1 22x28 sign - sponsor may bring additional signage
at their own expense. Logo submission deadline Aug. 10)
• Opportunity to distribute a gift or take-away item (Subject to MPI Approval and additional
costs apply)
• Inclusion in MPI exclusive signage (1 single-sided meter board. Logo submission deadline
Aug. 10)
• Opportunity to provide entertainment for reception (Subject to MPI approval and at
additional cost to sponsor.)
• Opportunity to upgrade menu (at additional cost to sponsor)
• Inclusion in invite to select IMEX attendees (MPI will work with sponsor on attendee invitations)
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IMEX AMERICA
MPI Smart Monday
Buyer Breakfast
A great opportunity to show off your brand and get attendees prepared for an inspirational day of
learning. Sponsor the Smart Monday Breakfast and enjoy undivided attention from this group of
influential planners and suppliers! Capacity for event set at 100 attendees.
*IMEX America sponsors must also be IMEX America exhibitors.
Benefits Include:
• Opportunity to have company representative greet attendees at breakfast
• Opportunity to address guests (Content rehearsal required)
• Appropriate signage at event (includes 1 22x28 sign - sponsor may bring additional signage
at their own expense. Logo submission deadline Aug. 10.)
• Opportunity to distribute a gift or take-away item (Subject to MPI Approval and additional
costs apply)
• Inclusion in MPI exclusive signage (1 single-sided meter board. Logo submission deadline
Aug. 10.)
• Opportunity to upgrade menu (at additional cost to sponsor.)
• Inclusion in invite to select IMEX attendees (MPI will work with sponsor on attendee invitations)
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IMEX AMERICA
MPI Smart Monday
Keynote w/Coffee Break
Align yourself with the Opening Session and Interactive Peer-to-Peer Learning Experience that will
equip participants with tools that enhance their career. Without other concurrent Smart Monday
sessions, you will be the center of attention! The whole package includes sponsorship of the
opening session as well as the morning coffee break. Sponsor has the opportunity to upgrade the
coffee break to a breakfast (continental plus one hot item) for an additional fee.
*IMEX America sponsors must also be IMEX America exhibitors.
Benefits Include:
• Opportunity to address attendees and introduce speaker 2-3 min (Content rehearsal required)
• Appropriate signage displayed surrounding event (includes one 22x28 sign-sponsor may
bring additional signage at sponsor’s expense. Logo submission deadline Aug. 10.)
• Opportunity to distribute a gift to attendees (gift must be submitted to MPI no later than
one month prior to event for approval.)
• Inclusion in MPI’s all-sponsor signage. (High Res Logo deadline Aug.10)
• Mention and logo in printed Show Catalog. (High Res Logo deadline Aug.10)
• Mention in Show Preview (copy deadline July 1)
• Mention and logo in printed Pocket Guide (logo submission deadline July 1)
• Event listed in Event Program to include mention and logo (logo submission deadline July 1)
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IMEX AMERICA
Smart Monday Luncheon
Why compete for attention when you can have it all? This is a rare opportunity at IMEX when all
MPI Members will be focused on your business – and no one else. As the sponsor of Monday’s
lunch, how it plays out is all up to you. You will have the full 60 minutes to take the stage and talk
it up or just say a few short words when dessert is served. Go crazy with signage and branding or
simply leave out some useful branded items attendees can use. The rules are few, but the potential
is mighty. If you’ve got something to say, here’s your chance. Lunch will have up to 150 attendees.
*IMEX America sponsors must also be IMEX America exhibitors.
Benefits Include:
• Opportunity to deliver your message in your own creative way
• Food and Beverage included in sponsorship. Opportunity to upgrade menu at additional
expense to sponsor
• Opportunity to send representatives to greet attendees as they arrive
• Opportunity to provide a gift to attendees at their seats (subject to MPI approval and
additional costs apply)
• Appropriate signage surrounding event (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
• Inclusion in MPI’s all-sponsor signage (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
• Listing on MPI’s event website (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
• One time use of attendee list, post event, for marketing purposes (no emails)
• Inclusion in invite to select IMEX attendees (up to 150 attendees maximum)
• Mention and Logo in printed Show Catalog (High Res Logo deadlineAug.10)
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IMEX AMERICA
MPI Smart Monday
Education Bundle – 5 sessions
w/Networking Break
Multiple sessions available
Take advantage of this opportunity to show off your brand and connect with meeting and business
event professionals who are eager to learn and gain valuable information about various knowledge
areas. The sponsor will be recognized as a sponsor for up to five (5) knowledge sessions and
will have repeated exposure to the attendees throughout Smart Monday. This sponsorship also
includes a networking break for attendees.
*IMEX America sponsors must also be IMEX America exhibitors.
Benefits Include:
• Opportunity to address attendees and introduce facilitator for at least five (5) sessions
for 2-3 min each (Content rehearsal required)
• Appropriate signage displayed at entrance of each sponsored session (Logo submission
deadline Aug.10)
• Opportunity to distribute gift to attendees at each sponsored session (gift must be submitted
to MPI no later than one month prior to event for approval)
• Inclusion in MPI’s all-sponsor signage (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
• Opportunity to theme coffee break (subject to MPI approval and additional costs may apply)
• Opportunity to greet attendees at coffee stations
• Mention and logo in education program on IMEX website and MPI’s event website
(Logo submission deadline Aug10)
• Mention in Show Preview (copy deadline July 1)
• Mention and logo in printed Pocket Guide (high-res logo deadline Aug 10)
• Mention and logo in printed Show Catalog (high-res logo deadline Aug 10)
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IMEX AMERICA
MPI Smart Monday
Buyer Reception
Welcome MPI Members attending IMEX America at the MPI Welcome Reception on Monday,
October 12, at the Venetian. Reception will feature light appetizers and cocktails as well as plenty
of networking. Mix and mingle with hundreds of IMEX America attendees prior to the start of IMEX
America. Use this opportunity to gain attention and welcome attendees. Capacity for event set at
100 attendees.
*IMEX America sponsors must also be IMEX America exhibitors.
Benefits Include:
• Opportunity to have company representative greet attendees at reception
• Opportunity to address guests (Subject to MPI approval, rehearsal required)
• Opportunity to distribute a gift or take-away item (Subject to MPI Approval and additional
costs apply)
• Opportunity to upgrade decor or theme event at sponsors expense (furniture, plants,
lighting, etc)
• Appropriate signage surrounding event (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
• Inclusion in MPI’s all-sponsor signage (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
• Opportunity to provide entertainment for reception (Subject to MPI approval and at additional
cost to sponsor)
• Inclusion in invite to select IMEX attendees (up to 100 attendees maximum)
• Listing on MPI’s event website (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
• Mention and Logo in printed Show Catalog (high Res Logo deadline Aug. 10)
• Listing on the website under Schedule at a Glance with link to Event Program
• Event listed in Event Program to include mention and logo (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
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IMEX AMERICA
MPI Wellness Wake-up Call
Tuesday or Wednesday
Support a healthy lifestyle by sponsoring a morning fitness activity at IMEX America. Potential
activities include water aerobics or yoga. This opportunity is open for customization! Wellness
Wake-Up call will begin at 7:00am on Tuesday.
*IMEX America sponsors must also be IMEX America exhibitors.
Benefits Include:
• A private, designated area that will match topic of session
• Sponsor may bring any applicable equipment or items needed (At expense of sponsor)
• Appropriate signage surrounding event (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
• Listing on MPI’s event website (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
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IMEX AMERICA
IMEX America Keynotes
w/Coffee Break
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
These General Sessions, one each on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning, feature a
Power Keynote Speaker with state of the art technology and design. The sponsor of each session
will not only align their brand with turnkey education, but will resonate positively in the eyes of all
attendees as a leader in Industry Education. The whole package includes sponsorship of each
General Session as well as the morning coffee break. Sponsor has the opportunity to upgrade the
morning coffee break to a breakfast (continental plus one hot item) for an additional fee.
General Sessions will begin at 9:00 am in the Sands Showroom Speaker and Subject Matter TBD
*IMEX America sponsors must also be IMEX America exhibitors.
Benefits Include:
• 5 VIP Reserved seats at General Session(s) Keynote
• Opportunity to address attendees and introduce speaker 2-3 min (Content rehearsal required)
• Opportunity to distribute a gift or take-away item (Subject to MPI Approval and additional
costs apply)
• Inclusion in MPI’s all-sponsor signage (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
• Opportunity to theme station (subject to MPI approval and at sponsors’ additional expense)
• Opportunity to greet attendees at coffee stations
• Appropriate signage surrounding event (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
• Listing on IMEX website and MPI’s event website (confirmation due by Aug. 10)
• Listing on MPI’s event website (confirmation due by Aug. 10)
• Mention and Logo in printed Show Catalog (high Res Logo deadline Aug. 10)
• Mention and logo in education program on IMEX website (logo deadline Aug 10)
• Mention and Logo in printed Pocket Guide (high Res Logo deadline Aug. 10)
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IMEX AMERICA
CMP/CMM Breakfast
Tuesday
Sponsors, align your brand with the most influential Planners attending IMEX America! Cohost with the MPI Leadership team and celebrate the latest recipients of the CMP/CMM
designation. The typical mix of attendees is comprised of 75% CMPs and 25% CMMs with
95% of the participants being meeting planners (100-120 people). Included in this sponsorship
is the opportunity to attend the event, provide an introduction and showcase your services via
comments, a slideshow or video presentation. Plus your company logo will be included on the
exclusive invitation to the Planner attendees.
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Benefits Include:
• Logo on all pre show communication and on invitation to breakfast (2 mailings
to membership and prospect list)
• Opportunity for short speech during the reception (content review with MPI during planning call)
• Appropriate signage surrounding event (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
• Inclusion in MPI’s all-sponsor signage (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
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IMEX AMERICA
MPI Buyer Breakfast
Thursday
Receive maximum exposure by sponsoring MPI’s buyer breakfast. Attendees include the MPI
community (members and prospects). The breakfasts will be held October 15 and 16 at the IMEX
America show. Don’t miss out on this special networking opportunity! Capacity for event set at 100
attendees.
*IMEX America sponsors must also be IMEX America exhibitors.
Benefits Include:
• Logo on all pre show communication and on invitation to Buyer Breakfast (2 mailings
to membership and prospect list)
• Opportunity for short speech during the breakfast (content review with MPI during planning call)
• Appropriate signage surrounding event (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
• Inclusion in MPI’s all-sponsor signage (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
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IMEX AMERICA
MPI Booth Education
Tuesday or Wednesday
MPI will attract a crowd at IMEX America when attendees gather around for our interactive
education held from the MPI booth. Whether sharing the latest trends, best practices or most
current survey results you can count on great content and enthusiastic participation. Be a part
of the conversation by sponsoring a session (3 per day) or spend the day and join Team MPI by
becoming the education title sponsor for the entire day.
Benefits Include:
• Sponsor logo incorporated into presentation
• Networking with participants
• Opportunity for short speech
MPI Booth Reception
Tuesday or Wednesday
Receive maximum exposure by sponsoring MPI’s cocktail reception, including beer, wine and
cheese. Attendees include the MPI community (members and prospects). The receptions will be
held October 18 and 19 at the IMEX America show from 4:30 to 5:30 pm. Don’t miss out on this
special networking opportunity!
*IMEX America sponsors must also be IMEX America exhibitors.
Benefits Include:
• Logo on all pre show communication and on invitation to cocktail reception (2 mailings
to membership and prospect list)
• Opportunity for short speech during the reception (content review with MPI during planning call)
• Appropriate signage surrounding event (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
• Inclusion in MPI’s all-sponsor signage (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
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IMEX AMERICA
MPI Buyer Reception
Tuesday or Wednesday
Entertain MPI Members attending IMEX America at the MPI Buyer Reception on Wednesday,
October 19, at the Venetian. Reception will feature light appetizers and cocktails as well as plenty
of networking. Use this opportunity to gain attention and leave attendees with a lasting memory.
Capacity for event set at 100 attendees.
*IMEX America sponsors must also be IMEX America exhibitors.
Benefits Include:
• Opportunity to have company representative greet attendees at reception
• Opportunity to address guests (content review with MPI during planning call)
• Opportunity to distribute a gift or take-away item (Subject to MPI Approval
and additional costs apply)
• Appropriate signage surrounding event (Logo submission deadline Aug. 10)
• Opportunity to provide entertainment for reception (Subject to MPI approval
and at additional cost to sponsor)
• Listing on MPI’s event website (logo due by Aug. 10)
• Opportunity to upgrade decor or theme event at sponsors expense
(furniture, plants, lighting, etc)
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IMEX AMERICA
Smart Monday Information
Desk Sponsorship
Why compete for attention of select attendees when you can have the opportunity for your
brand to be visible to all IMEX America Smart Monday attendees? This is a rare opportunity at
IMEX America when all eyes will be on your business and your brand during Smart Monday. As
the information sponsor of Smart Monday, you align your brand with attendees from all markets
looking to find answers to questions about Smart Monday. From pre-show questions, searches
and directions, to being represented onsite at the information desk, MPI will work with sponsor to
ensure brand recognition.
*IMEX America sponsors must also be IMEX America exhibitors.
Benefits Include:
• Logo Recognition on MPI’s Smart Monday webpage
• Information Booth branded with sponsor logo
• Opportunity to provide take-a-way to conference attendees at desk (subject to MPI
approval, shipping fees are responsibility of sponsor)
• Appropriate signage surrounding space with logo recognition
• Included in all-sponsor signage (Logo submission deadline Aug.10)
• Mention and logo in printed Show Catalog (logo deadline Aug 10)
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IMEX AMERICA
MPI Foundation Presents:
Rendezvous, the IMEX
America Night
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Drai’s Beach Club and Nightclub, 10:00 PM -1:00AM
Located on the rooftop of the Cromwell, a Caesars Entertainment property
Entertain your guests at the largest networking party during IMEX America: MPI
Foundation Rendezvous. It’s the ultimate Las Vegas VIP nightclub experience with an
indoor/outdoor club atmosphere, breathtaking views of the city, premium open bars, and
renowned DJ’s. It’s an experience your customers will never forget. Last year’s party,
hosted by Caesars Entertainment had more than 2,000 industry movers-and-shakers
who contributed to making fundraising history for the MPI Foundation.
VIP Cabana or Bungalow Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsor one of Drai’s famous outdoor cabanas or bungalows and you and your guests
will have exclusive access into the event beginning at 9:00PM. You will be greeted and
escorted to your private space listing your company name and it will be yours to entertain
your clients throughout Rendezvous. During the night, your company name will appear
as a sponsor on the digital screens in the club.
Cabana pricing ($10,000) includes:
• Fifteen (15) VIP wrist bands
• Located on upper level
• Party gifts included
• Logo listing on signage entering session
• Wrist bands include early access to VIP
Reception, beginning at 9 PM
Bungalow pricing ($25,000) includes:
• Forty (40) VIP wrist bands
• Located lower pool level
• Party gifts included
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PARTNER EVENTS
IncentiveWorks 2016
August 16-17
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INCENTIVEWORKS 2016
Education Bundle #1
Two (2) sessions
Take advantage of this opportunity to show off your brand and connect with meeting and
business event professionals who are eager to learn and gain valuable information about
various knowledge areas. The sponsor will be recognized as an exclusive sponsor for two
(2) knowledge sessions. *Sponsorship opportunity must be FINAL by June 16, 2016 to
participate. Event registration is not included.
Session information:
Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016 8:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Answers to Your Top 12 F&B Questions
Speaker: Tracy Stuckrath
Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016 8:45 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Acing the Filter Test: How to Get Your Proposal
Through a Planner’s Decision-Making Filter
Speaker: Ciara Feely
Benefits include:
• Opportunity to introduce facilitator for 2-3 min (Subject to MPI approval)
• Informational table at each sponsored session to display marketing materials
• Appropriate signage displayed at entrance of each sponsored session (includes one 22x28 sign - sponsor may bring additional signage at own expense)
• Opportunity to distribute gift to attendees at entrance of each sponsored session (subject to MPI approval and additional costs may apply)
• One time use of session attendee mailing list (physical mailing addresses only,
provided post event)
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INCENTIVEWORKS 2016
Education Bundle #2
Two (2) sessions
Take advantage of this opportunity to show off your brand and connect with meeting and
business event professionals who are eager to learn and gain valuable information about
various knowledge areas. The sponsor will be recognized as an exclusive sponsor for the
two (2) knowledge sessions. *Sponsorship opportunity must be FINAL by June 16, 2016 to
participate. Event registration is not included.
Session information:
How to Build a Dynamic and Diverse Speaker Network
Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016 8:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Speaker: Pamela Slim
The Leadership Advantage: STOP Managing and START Leading
Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016 8:45 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Speaker: Jerome Wade
Benefits include:
• Opportunity to introduce facilitator for 2-3 min (Subject to MPI approval)
• Informational table at each sponsored session to display marketing materials
• Appropriate signage displayed at entrance of each sponsored session (includes one 22x28 sign - sponsor may bring additional signage at own expense)
• Opportunity to distribute gift to attendees at entrance of each sponsored session (subject to MPI approval and additional costs may apply)
• One time use of session attendee mailing list (physical mailing addresses only,
provided post event)
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INCENTIVEWORKS 2016
Wellness Wake up Call
Support a healthy lifestyle by sponsoring the morning fitness activity at
IncentiveWorks. Potential activities include meditation or yoga. This opportunity is
open for customization! Wellness Wake-Up call will begin at 7:00am on Tuesday.
*Sponsorship opportunity must be FINAL by June 16, 2016 to participate. Event
registration is not included.
Benefits Include:
• A private, designated area that will match topic of session
• Sponsor may bring any applicable equipment or items needed (At expense
of sponsor)
• Appropriate signage surrounding event (Logo submission deadline June 16)
• Listing on MPI’s event website (Logo submission deadline June 16)
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INCENTIVEWORKS 2016
MPI Foundation Presents:
Canada Rocks
MPI Foundation and IncentiveWorks have partnered to host Canada Rocks as the opening
night networking reception to IncentiveWorks in Toronto. Tickets are sold to this fundraising
event benefitting the MPI Foundation. Always held on a Monday night, the event includes live
entertainment, host bars, music, dancing, and a silent auction. For the second year, Caesars
Entertainment will be the Host Sponsor for Canada Rocks. Other premium sponsorship
opportunities are available for this event and are provided below.
CASH SPONSORSHIP
Get your brand out there during Canada Rocks, the opening night toIncentiveWorks and help
support your MPI Foundation that funds Scholarships and Chapter Grants
TIER 1 – GOLD SPONSORSHIP - $10,000 AND UP
• Logo Recognized as a Gold Sponsor
• Exclusive VIP area (seating for 15 people and opportunity to
showcase your brand)
• 15 complimentary tickets to Canada Rocks 2015 (Value: $1,350)
• Additional tickets available at a bulk rate of $85 each.
Tier 2 – SILVER SPONSOR - $5,000 and up
• Logo Recognized as a Silver Sponsor
• Exclusive VIP area (seating for 10 people and opportunity to
showcase your brand)
• 10 complimentary tickets to Canada Rocks 2015 (Value: $900)
Tier 3 – BRONZE SPONSOR - $2,500 and up
• Logo Recognized as a Bronze Sponsor
• Exclusive VIP area (seating for 5 people and opportunity to
showcase your brand)
• 5 complimentary tickets to Canada Rocks 2015 (Value: $450)
Not-So-Silent Auction Donation
Please consider donating a
package or item to the not-sosilent auction that takes place
during Canada Rocks. It’s an
important part of the event and
another great way to expose your
brand in front of an audience that
could make a difference to the
growth of your business.
Contact Susan Prophet (or your
MPI DBD) if you would like to
show your support of the MPI
Foundation in Canada. Details
provided on final page.
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UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES
Non-Live
Event Content
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NON-LIVE EVENT CONTENT
Membership Renewal Sponsor
MPI brings more corporate planners together than any association in the world, providing
education, support and a strong community. It’s the qualified audience you want. Investing in
membership renewals will provide you coveted exposure to our 18,500+ global members (43%
corporate, 31% third-party independent, 22% association/nonprofit and 4% vertical markets). In
early 2014 MPI converted to electronic invoices to help reduce our carbon footprint, as well as
sending approximately 55,000 renewal notifications electronically per year.
Benefits Include:
• Logo and “XYZ invested into your future” displayed on Membership Renewal Letter (sent 60 days and 30 days prior to renew date)
• Link and listing on MPI renewal e-mail (approx. 3,000 are sent each week and 1 member can receive up to 5 reminder emails)
• Logo recognition at live events (WEC, EMEC, etc.) and in Membership Engagement Lounge
• Opportunity to include a Video hyperlink on MPI renewal e-mail (provided by client)
• Sponsorship provides four (4) annual memberships
New Membership Sponsor
MPI prides itself in obtaining quality members. We bring more corporate planners together
than any association, providing education, and strong community support. With approximately
5,000 new members (48% planner) per year, investing in new memberships will not only align
you with an industry leader, but will give you coveted exposure to qualified professionals.
Benefits Include:
• Link and listing on MPI welcome email
• Mail list of new members that have not opted out (emails not included)
• Logo recognition at live event (WEC, EMEC, etc.) in the Membership Services Lounge area
• Opportunity to include a Video Hyperlink on MPI renewal e-mail (provided by client)
• Two (2) free memberships
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NON-LIVE EVENT CONTENT
2016 Meetings Outlook ™
an MPI Premium Product
Align your brand with the most important, industry intelligence tool that meeting and event
professionals turn regularly to for current trends and insight into our industry’s future - MPI’s
Meetings Outlook.
On a quarterly basis, an outside research firm surveys our Business Research Panel,
consisting of more than 2,000 meeting professionals including MPI members and the IMEX
Group community, to gather insights on future business, economic and environmental
conditions affecting our industry.
Building on our strong launch of this product in 2014, Meetings Outlook provides additional
premium brand exposure as results are published quarterly within the pages of MPI’s awardwinning The Meeting Professional® magazine. Moreover, through our media advisory effort,
Meetings Outlook has gained significant visibility resulting in measurable media pick up results.
That means your brand will be visible to over 30,000 magazine subscribers as well as to those that
choose to access the report electronically via MPI’s Website or through external media pick ups.
Align your brand with the Meetings Outlook and grow your exposure!
Benefits:
• Sidebar in quarterly publication featuring an interview with your company representative
speaking as an expert on one or more of the topics featured in the research findings.
• Logo recognition on the first page of the quarterly Meetings Outlook report published
in The Meeting Professional® magazine, available in print and digital versions and on
the Meetings Outlook landing page of the MPI website (February, May, August, November).
• Logo recognition (includes hyperlink) and/or listing on all survey emails to our growing Panel of
Experts population consisting of 2,000 targeted meeting and event professionals including MPI
members, the IMEX Group community and key industry leaders.
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NON-LIVE EVENT CONTENT
2016 Meetings Outlook ™
an MPI Premium Product
(CONTINUED)
Benefits:
• Logo recognition and/or listing included in any MPI conference session presentations
about Meetings Outlook findings (WEC, EMEC, IMEX, Chapter events, if applicable). As
an additional value, some of these sessions could be recorded providing increased visibility.
• Logo listed with hyperlink when the Meetings Outlook article is clicked on from the MPI
web home page.
• Logo included on member survey, with hyperlink
• Participation in one session at WEC 2015 aligned with Meetings Outlook by sponsor
representative will be considered by MPI.
• Sponsor logo recognition at the WEC 2015 session and opportunity to offer a take-away
gift (subject to approval by MPI and additional costs may apply).
• Increased visibility through MPI e-newsletters (MPIpulse and MPIspotlight) by promoting
the Meetings Outlook at least 4 times a year.
• Opportunity to ask up to two questions on the quarterly Meetings Outlook survey for your
organization’s own research purposes. These responses will be sent to you after the survey
closes and will not be published. Questions must relate to the business nature of the
Meetings Outlook.
• In advance of each quarterly release, MPI will provide the sponsor the data results
and findings.
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CONTACT US
Contact MPI
Reaching the best community is as
simple as reaching out to us.
Talk to us about effective, affordable ways to
reach more than 18,500 global members of
the largest and most influential professional
association for the meeting and event industry.
We’ll help you plan a strategic program that will
get you noticed, increase leads, and help you
meet audience engagement and sales goals.
Darren Temple
Chief Business Development Officer
Email: dtemple@mpiweb.org
Phone: +1.972.702.3042
Evan Casey
Sr. Director Business Development
Email: ecasey@mpiweb.org
Phone: 678-837-4030
Cheryl Hatcher
Vice President, Business Development
Territories: Caribbean, CT, DC, DE,
FL, GA, MA,MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY,
PA. RI, VT
Email: chatcher@mpiweb.org
Phone: +1.772-800-3205
Katri Laurimaa
Director of Business Development
Territories: AL, AR, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS,
KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT,NC, ND,
NE, NM, OH, OK, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT,
VA, WI, WV, WY
Email: klaurimaa@mpiweb.org
Phone: +1.817.251.9891
Angie C. Kimmel
Director of Business Development
Territories: Mexico, AK, AZ, CA, HI,
ID, NV, OR, WA
Email: akimmel@mpiweb.org
Phone: +1.636.273.5816
Susan Prophet
Director of Business Development
Territories: Canada and Asia-Pacific
Email: sprophet@mpiweb.org
Phone: +1.905-815-1381
Pierre Fernandez
Sr. Director of European Operations
Email: Pfernandez@mpiweb.org
Phone +33 (0)6 28 83 84 82
Tony Fundaro
Sr. Director of Business Development,
MPI Foundation
Email: tfundaro@mpiweb.org
Phone +1.214.862.1418
Shalynn Robinson
Director of Client and Sales Services
Email: srobinson@mpiweb.org
Phone: +1.972.702.3083
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