Thinking Outside the Room
After a year of economic shift in which our industry was focused primarily on survival, exciting shifts are now taking place that will get us back into THRIVE-mode. Hear about the most recent update on future business levels in our industry and also big opportunities for meeting professionals to consider in their own career development strategies.
After attending this program, attendees will:
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Understand the current state of the meetings industry
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Learn about the MPI plan to address issues within our industry
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Discover the chapter resources available for personal, professional and business development
The Speaker
Bruce MacMillan is currently president and CEO of Meeting Professionals International, the largest global community of meeting professionals with 24,000 members in 80 countries and 71 chapters around the world.
Throughout his career in the hospitality industry, he has held a wide spectrum of positions, most recently as president and CEO of the Toronto Convention and Visitors Association from 2003-2006 where he lead the Toronto tourism industry’s post-SARS recovery, growing the CVB’s from less than 700 members and $8 million to almost 1,100 members and $30 million. He has also worked for Tourism Vancouver - the Greater Vancouver Convention and Visitors Bureau for 11 years as vice president, sales and market development, leading a team of 22 professionals responsible for convention and corporate meetings, tour, and travel and incentive sales marketing. In 1998, Bruce completed a sixteen-month engagement with the Vancouver Whistler 2010 Bid Society where he served as the event’s executive director, responsible for developing the Bid and securing the Canadian 2010 Olympic Winter Games rights after an intense competition with Calgary and Quebec City.
He serves on several industry boards including the Advisory Board for the University of Guelph (Ontario), School of Tourism and Hospitality and the Convention Industry Council. Born in Vancouver, Bruce graduated from the University of British Columbia in 1982 with a Bachelor of Commerce degree and received designation as a Chartered Accountant with Arthur Andersen in 1985. He attended Cornell University in Ithaca, New York for post-graduate study in 1996-97. Bruce has also worked in international financial management consulting and has spent time in a special events capacity at Expo 88 in Brisbane, Australia. His wife, Judy, a Ryerson University hotel management graduate, and two daughters enjoy traveling and exploring new destinations and cultures around the world.
Bruce MacMillan, CA was appointed president and chief executive officer of Meeting Professionals International (MPI) in December 2006. He leads MPI’s global community of more than 23,000 members and staff who occupy offices in Europe, Canada in addition to the United States.
MacMillan manages an $18 million annual budget, while overseeing all membership programs and services and working closely with MPI’s International Board of Directors to guide and realize the organization’s vision and mission.
The Location:
10345 Park Meadows Drive
Littleton, CO 80124
I-25 and Lincoln
303.925.0004
A Denver south hotel with extraordinary mountain views, the Marriott Denver South makes getting to and around Denver quick and convenient. Located in the Park Ridge Corporate Center and just minutes from Cherry Creek, Park Meadows Mall, Centennial Airport, DIA and Sky Ridge Medical, the Marriott Denver South is adjacent to the RTD light rail station, providing easy access to venues such as LoDo, Coors Field and Invesco Field at Mile High. With 12,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space this Denver south hotel is ideal for business events, weddings and more. At the Marriott Denver South, many of our guest rooms offer mountain views and our concierge level includes weekday lounge access and complimentary breakfast and hors d'oeurves. On-site dining can be enjoyed at Sonoma'z or experience any of the many other nearby restaurants. From this Denver south hotel you can shop at Castle Rock Outlets, explore Red Rocks or venture to nearby Boulder or stay right hear and enjoy our indoor pool and fitness center.
Parking:
Parking is complimentary.
Member Registration Fees:
Early Bird (by Tuesday of the preceding week): $30
Regular (Tuesday of preceding week thru Sunday of the week of) $35
Walk In (After Sunday of the week of) $40
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In an effort to continually support our members MPIRMC would like to bring your attention to the Season Pass Purchase program. Please read on to see how you can save up to 33% off your monthly program costs for the 2010-2011 year!!!! You may purchase your Season Pass as you register for the next MPIRMC Luncheon.
Season Pass Purchase:
Purchase your season pass in September or October and receive 33% off the remaining MPIRMC Educational Luncheons
Purchase your season pass in November or December and receive 25% off the remaining MPIRMC Educational Luncheons
September Season Pass:
8 passes
Full Price: $240
Pass Price: $161
Season Passes MUST be purchased before using your first pass at the September 14, 2010 event
Please note: Monies received for the 2010-2011 Season Pass Program are valid for monthly meetings only.
Season Passes are not valid for Leadership Programs, Extended Educational Programs (after luncheons), Annual Auction, Networking Events, Backpacks To Briefcases event, Annual Golf Tournament or the Annual Gala.
Unused Season Passes are non-transferable, non-refundable and are not valid after May 2011.
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Non-Member Registration Fees:
Early Bird (by Tuesday of the preceding week): $40
Regular (Tuesday of preceding week thru Sunday of the week of) $45
Walk In (After Sunday of the week of) $50
Student/Faculty Registration Fees:
Early Bird (by Tuesday of the preceding week): $15
Regular (Tuesday of preceding week thru Sunday of the week of) $15
Walk In (After Sunday of the week of) $20
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