Thank you 2009-2010 IMPI Sponsors!
Platinum
Blue Chip Casino Hotel & Spa
Gold
Bartha Audio Visual
Fishers Hospitality Center & Fishers Conference Center
Horizon Convention Center
Indianapolis Marriott East
Morton's The Steakhouse
South Bend/Mishawaka CVB
Wyndham Indianapolis West
Silver
Chef's Academy
Conrad Indianapolis
Crowne Plaza Union Station
Indiana State Museum
Levy Restaurants
The Fountains
The Garden Pavilion at Ritz Charles
The Mansion at Oak Hill
Bronze
Conseco Fieldhouse
Omni Severin
Party Time Rental
Shula's Steak House
University Place Conference Center & Hotel |
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President's Article
Angie Duncan, CMP, CMM
 Not Goodbye...But See You Later
This is my last newsletter. I had my last board meeting. The May luncheon was my last educational program. It's been a month of "lasts". It was time to take away the Negative Nancy attitude and start to think about my firsts: my first nominating committee meeting; my second leadership training (first as Past President!); my first plan for IMPI succession planning; and my first meeting as an MPI Chapter Advisory Council Members with members from around the world.
Everyone always asks the outgoing President how happy they will be to be done. That's a hard question because volunteerism never ends. Being President was a stepping stone to being more in touch with the chapter, making personal and business connections, and seeing the meeting industry from a different perspective.
As I've mentioned many times before, the more you give the more you get with MPI. Now that my focus is on succession planning and leadership development - I will be looking for you and to you. We need your talents, enthusiasm, knowledge, and passion in IMPI. Look for opportunities within the chapter that get you "jazzed"! If you don't see something, let's talk about your talents and maybe we can create a volunteer position for you. It's time for you to take charge of your IMPI experience and I'll be here to help you.
So, this isn't goodbye. In the words of one of my co-workers, it's "See you later" and you definitely will be seeing me! Thank you for a fantastic year, all the kind words of encouragement, and for making IMPI a great community.
See you at the IMPI in Wonderland awards event!
"I always wondered why somebody didn't do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody." - Lily Tomlin
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IMPI Board Members
As IMPI's fiscal year comes to an end, so does the volunteer term of some of our board members. Thank you to the following individuals for their talents and time that they've devoted to the IMPI Board:
JJ DeBrosse
Heather Easterling, CMP
Kim Hutcherson
Carol McCormack
Susan Xioufaridou, CMP
The 2010-2011 IMPI Board will be installed during the awards event on June 17. Welcome to our incoming board members:
Deann Patena, President
Rebecca Moreland Green, President Elect
Angie Duncan, CMP, CMM, Immediate Past President
Chris Bennett, CMP, VP Finance
Debbie Brechtel, VP Administration
Jenny Russell, VP Education
Emilie Perkins, CMP, VP Communications
Jodi Massey, VP Membership
Tina Mahern, Director Strategic Partnerships
Maria Meschi, Director Marketing/PR
Bridget Williams, Director Community Outreach
Jamie Flemington, Director Monthly Programs
Natasha Long, Director Special Projects
Stephanie Anderson, Director Member Care |
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IMPI Awards Night - June 17, 2010
"Read the directions and directly you will be directed in the right direction."
Register now to attend IMPI's annual awards ceremony. Be sure to register by Friday, June 11 so that you don't miss what promises to be the event of the year.
Make your hotel reservation at the Renaissance Indianapolis Hotel North! They have offered a hotel rate of $99 plus tax for MPI members attending "IMPI in Wonderland." You may make reservations by clicking here or by 866-905-9619. Please make sure to ask for the MPI Annual Awards rate.
Come dressed in your favorite Alice in Wonderland costume or just add a few accessories to your cocktail attire for a chance to win the costume contest! Walk the pink path of sponsors, play croquet, enjoy a fabulous dinner fit for a queen, and see Alice and her friends come alive.
Join the Tea Party and sit with the Mad Hatter and friends by sponsoring a table of eight at the Tea Party (cost: $600). Or sign up for regular tables of eight (cost: $500) and tables of four (cost: $250).The cost per individual is $55.
Bring cash with you and enjoy many opportunities to win prizes including the silent auction, croquet match, and more!
Visit the Awards & Recognition page of the IMPI website for more information on IMPI in Wonderland.
Thank you to our many sponsors who have helped make awards night a reality: Emily Rose Designs, Bartha Audio Visual, Carey Limousines of Indianapolis, Design Resource Group, Madison Avenue Flower Shop, National Wine & Spirits, Q Artistry, Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel, Ritz Charles
Be sure to follow the event on Facebook-IMPI Wonderland, Twitter-IMPIWonderland, & LinkedIn.
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Silent Auction
Calling all donors! IMPI is looking for your support! Our Annual Awards event is coming up and t make it a success we need your help. Please consider donating an item, piece of are, trip or travel package, your choice to our silent auction. We encourage you to put together a package that follos the IMPI in Wonderland theme. Be creative.
If you have any questions, please contact Tina Mahern at tina@mahernevents.com. Visit the Awards & Recognition page of the IMPI website to access the Donation Form. Don't worry, if you don't have a package, we will put your donated items together for you! If you have any questions, please contact Tina Mahern. |
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IMPI welcomes our new members who joined in May.
Debbie Allen, Zimmer
Tara Cole, Student
Becky Harris, Hendricks County CVB
Kara Ooley, VMS
Christine Taylor, Hilton Indianapolis North
Robin Todd, Student
Michelle Weber, VMS
Ellen Williams, National FFA Organization |
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Upcoming IMPI Events
"IMPI in Wonderland" and Silent Auction
Thursday, June 17, 2010
6:00 p.m. Cocktails; 7:00 p.m. Dinner and Awards Program
The Garden Pavilion at Ritz Charles, Carmel
Home Run Networking Event and Indianapolis Indians Game
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
More info to come!!
July Luncheon
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
"CSR Peer2Peer Power Roundtables"
facilitated by Rick Weaver
Mavris Arts & Event Center
August Luncheon
Thursday, August 26, 2010
"Creating Meetings that Excite the Brain"
presented by Dr. Lawana Gladney
Westin |
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