Blitz February-March 2018

Carolina Blitz February - March 2018

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in this issue...

features MPI-CC Celebrates Black History Month . . . . . . 15 MPI Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

in every issue Our Annual Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Our Members. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Monthly Meeting Planner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 President’s Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 MPI-CC Board & Committee Chairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 New Member Spotlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 2017-2018 Year in Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13 See MPI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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Fundraising News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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MPI-CC THANKS OUR ANNUAL SPONSORS! We Appreciate Your Support!

Diamond Sponsors:

Gold Sponsors:

Silver Sponsors:

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our members Welcome New Members!

Emily Berryhill University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill emilylberryhill@gmail.com Nimisha Birath nimisha.birath@pinehurst.com Cori Brown, CMP, CMM, MBA Opus Agency cbrown@opusteam.com Jennifer Carlin MicroMass Communications jennifer.carlin@micromass.com Terese Degregoria Valent U.S.A. LLC tdegr@valent.com

Kate Frohman, CMP The Solution Center kate@thesolutioncenter.com

Stacey Ray 17michael.com stacey@groupittravel.com

Jamie Frydlo Hospitality of BlueGrass Management LLC JFrydlo@BlueGrassHotels.com

Heather Schaffnit heather.schaffnit@hilton.com Timothy Simmons Sheraton Greensboro Hotel tsimmons@sheratongreensboro.com

Christa Hovis Mosaix Group chovis@mosaixgroup.com

Nicole Succop Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront nicole.succop@crestlinehotels.com

David Krusch EastCoast Entertainment dkrusch@eastcoastentertainment.com

Travis Tucker GTR Meetings/Online-Reg.com t.tucker@gtrmeetings.com

Laura Ksycewski NCHICA laura@nchica.org

Jamila Dickey Student Nova Southeastern University

Petrina Lawrence plawrence@ncada.com

Alison Fosbenner a.fosbenner@yahoo.com

Sara Mordente smordente@northph.com

Dani Velazco Wake Forest University velazcdg@wfu.edu Anna Brooks Whichard, CAE IMI Association Executives Inc. annabrooks@imiae.com

MPI-CC Anniversaries 30 Years Flora Moorman Charles Hamner Conference Center at the North Carolina Biotechnology Center 25 Years Anna Lillemoen Myrtle Beach Convention Center 20 Years Brent Lancaster Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI)

Barbara Berman Association of International Certified Professional Accountants 15 Years Beth Shaffer The DeSoto Savannah Lisa Elliott American Board of Pediatrics 5 Years Lana Archer

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monthly meeting planner March 15-16, 2018

Chapter Meeting Raleigh, NC The StateView Hotel

April 12, 2018

Global Meetings Industry Day Chapel Hill, NC The Siena Hotel Autograph Collection

May 16 -17, 2018 BrianAJackson/iStock/Thinkstock

Annual Meeting Wilmington, NC Hilton Wilmington Riverside

July 19-20, 2018

Chapter Meeting Winston-Salem, NC Marriott Twin City Quarter and Benton Convention Center

September 20-21, 2018

Education & Business Exchange Charlotte, NC The Westin Charlotte

November 8-9, 2018

Chapter Meeting Spartanburg, SC Spartanburg Marriott

June 2-5, 2018

World Education Congress Indianapolis, IN

Reminder: Deadline for submissions for the next Carolina Blitz is Friday, March 23, 2018.

Please submit any articles or photographs to be considered for publication to Editor-In-Chief Cathy Mauldin, CMP, at cathymauldin@gmail.com.

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president’s message

Listen to Your Mother

by Alyce Kelly, CHSP

Well, I don’t know about you but I have had enough winter weather!!

Most of you all know that I am in the hotel business on the beach. I am accustomed to having to deal with the “H” word, hurricane, and the implications of that event in regards to meetings, reservation cancellations, etc. But, boy did I get a whole new education about weather last month with all that snow! I think I have lived in Eastern North Carolina too long--I was convinced it would be gone in a day and our MPI-CC chapter meeting would take place.

Alyce Kelly, CHSP The Inn at Pine Knoll Shores MPI-CC President

Unfortunately, mother nature had other plans. After Governor Cooper’s press conference, The Management Office, as well as members of the office of the President, got on the phone. For the safety of not only our members but also the hotel staff at the Embassy Suites Charlotte Uptown, we collectively made the decision to cancel the meeting.

This was truly a lesson in crisis management to ensure the safety of meeting attendees. At the time of writing this message to you, we are still working through the implications of the cancellation. Be patient, we will get answers to you soon.

Our March meeting is coming up soon. I am excited to welcome you all to the StateView Hotel in Raleigh March 15 – 16, 2018. I believe this is the first time in my 17 years with MPI-CC that we have had to cancel a meeting….I miss you all! n

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MPI-CC 2017-2018 Board of Administration President Alyce Kelly, CHSP The Inn at Pine Knoll Shores 252-241-8402 gm@theinnatpks.com

President-Elect Alison Harding, CMP, GTP, CMM Global Knowledge 919-461-8698 Alison.Harding@ globalknowledge.com

Immediate Past President Barbara Dragan Visit Greenville SC 864-421-0000 bdragan@visitgreenvillesc.com

Director of Marketing Ricardo Hicks AE Production Services 336-686-6895 rhicks@aeproductionservices.com

Marketing Committee Farrah Staub, CMP Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley 919-571-5319 farrah.staub@marriott.com

Director of Meeting Planning Deanna Griffith House, CMP, GWPgM, CME, PMP, PCM, CMM Spectrum Reach 704-941-3482 deanna.k.griffith@gmail.com

Education Committee Co-Chair Alison Flaig Genworth Mortgage Insurance Alison.flaig@genworth.com

Communications VP of Communications Nicole Robinson Keshler Greater Raleigh CVB 919-834-5900 nkeshler@visitraleigh.com

Education VP of Education Amelia Hodges, CMP, CMM North Carolina Association of CPAs 919-469-1040, ext. 128 ahodges@NCACPA.org

Education Committee Co-Chair Wendy Jeffries HelmsBriscoe wjeffries@helmsbriscoe.com

Finance VP of Finance Maureen Donovan Holiday Inn Resort Wrightsville Beach 910-256-2231 mdonovan@ wrightsville.holidayinnresorts.com

Special Events (Auctions) Mica Parekh, CMP IWP Photography 919-270-2510 mica@iwpphotography.com

Silent Auction Committee Kathy Flowe, CMP The Alabama Theatre 843-272-5758 ext 4450 kflowe@alabama-theatre.com

Special Events (Trade Show) Mallory Middleton, CMP Cheers Years 828-467-7943 mallory@cheersyears.com

Business Exchange Committee Co-Chair Chris Chassagneux Relias Learning cchassagneux@reliaslearning.com

Director of Leadership & Volunteer Development Molly Nelson Crowne Plaza Greenville, SC 864-248-1722 mnelson@cpgreenville.com

Awards Committee Chair April Ferguson, CMP, CMM BCD M&E Onsite at Cisco Systems 502-468-6084 april.clark1@gmail.com

Director of Membership Michelle Castro Siena Hotel 919-918-2539 mcastro@sienahotel.com

New Member Committee Chair Alicia Miller, CMP Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce 919-664-7090

Membership VP of Membership Selah Bideau, TMP Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte 704-409-3547 selah.bideau@hilton.com

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f Directors and Committees

Advocacy Committee Co-Chair Linda Ilsley, CMP LPI Events 919-322-4996 lpievents@aol.com

Advocacy Committee Chair Christian Schroeder Visit Winston-Salem 336-728-4218 Christian@ visitwinstonsalem.com

Publications Committee Cathy Mauldin, CMP DESA, Inc. Onsite at CDM Smith 803-917-1871 cathymauldin@gmail.com

Social Media Committee Tenessa Moore Moore Creative Ink, Inc. 704-542-4814 tmoore@moorecreativeink.com

Meeting Planning Committee Molly Johnson, CMP Wilmington & Beaches CVB 910-332-8747 mjohnson@ wilmingtonandbeaches.com

Professional Certifications Committee Co-Chair Farrah Staub, CMP Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley 919-571-5319 farrah.staub@marriott.com

The Management Office Christine Irwin, CMP The Management Office 704-377-5648 Christine@ themanagementoffice.com

Professional Certifications Committee Co-Chair Jennifer Kist, CMP MHI 704-607-1454 jkist@mhi.org

Business Exchange Committee Co-Chair Allison Gore My Girl Friday allison@mygirlfridayinc.com

Leadership & Volunteer Development Committee Jemeria Lawson

The Durham Hotel 919-768-8837 jlawson@thedurham.com Member Care Committee Mary Mora MGM Speakers Bureau 336-775-9661 maryg@mgmspeakersbureau.com

Recruitment Committee Chair Needed

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new member spotlight New Member Spotlight: Petrina Lawrence

by Selah Bideau, TMP

My favorite part of MPI Chapter Meetings is getting to know our New Members! Our fantastic members are definitely what make us a successful chapter.

Please take a minute to read and learn a little about Petrina Lawrence. We are so happy to have her as a member of the MPI-CC team!

Petrina Lawrence

Where do you currently work and how long have you been there?

I have worked at the North Carolina Automobile Dealers Association for six years.

admired. I would enjoy having a conversation with him.

What advice would you give someone interested in pursuing a career in our industry?

I would recommend that someone interested in pursuing a career in our industry shadow or take advantage of an internship. This is a great business, but there are many levels to what we do that people looking in may not be aware of. I think people see what we do as somewhat glamorous, and it is. However, some things, such as budgeting for an event are not. There is value to knowing that there are many things involved with planning and executing an event to someone interested in pursuing a career in meeting planning. I also recommend that they start small. Begin by planning a small event. Once you’re ready to plan a large event, it’s helpful to view it as many small events. n

Tell me about your job and the organization you are with.

I am the Project Manager in charge of all events, convention and affiliate members/sponsors. I love what I do and enjoy seeing projects come together. My biggest reward is seeing attendees enjoying the events and the gratitude from them for all that my team does. NCADA is a small trade association with only eight employees. It’s a fun, fast-paced environment.

What are your hobbies and what do you do for fun?

I love to garden, read and power walk! I’m very passionate about health and wellness and enjoy coaching others in my spare time.

Why did you join MPI?

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News You Can Use Congratulations to New CMP Recipients!

Congratulations to Amy Bruns, CMP, HMCC, Kate Frohman, CMP, The Solution Center, and

I joined MPI to network with other planners. There is so much that we can offer each other and I’m excited to learn and share with other planners and hoteliers.

Jessica Garrett, CMP, NC Trucking Association,

If you were able to meet a famous person, alive or dead, who would it be and why?

excellence in the meeting, convention, exhibition,

My goodness, this is a tough one! There are so many people both alive and dead that I would love to meet. I’d say just now that I would enjoy meeting Pino Lella. I just finished a book titled “Beneath a Scarlet Sky” which tells the true story of this young man’s mission to help Jews escape out of Italy and the hands of the Nazis during World War II. Pino’s courage and quick thinking are to be

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for passing the CMP exam in November. The CMP credential is recognized globally as the badge of and event industry. The qualifications for education, and a rigorous exam. Kudos to you all!

If you have news we can use, please send to cathymauldin@gmail.com.

Wait, what?

The New York Times ranks Greenville, SC #12 on the list of “52 Places to Go in 2017.” That’s #12 in the whole wide world and no, it’s not a typo. Billed as possibly “the next Charleston” and “the next major food destination,” Greenville is rubbing shoulders with world-class destinations like Madrid, Marrakesh, Osaka and The Great Barrier Reef.

So, surprise yourself. Book a site visit. Think of it as discovering a lost civilization. You’ll be dumbfounded at what you didn’t know, and applauded for what you reveal when you return.

What are you waiting for? Plan your next meeting in the place that has everyone talking. #yeahTHATgreenville

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education Looking Ahead at March’s Education

by Wendy Jeffries

March 15-16, The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection, Raleigh Join your MPI-CC colleagues to discuss actions both meeting planners and suppliers can take to ensure events are safe by identifying risks and minimizing security threats. The all new StateView Hotel, featuring advanced technology and design, will host the March 15-16, 2018 meeting in Raleigh, NC. Both Thursday afternoon and Friday morning education sessions will focus on identifying possible security threats, anticipating risks, and reducing liability for successful meetings and events.

The Friday session titled “Event Security – Practical Steps for Meeting Professionals” will be instructed by Joshua L. Grimes, Esq., a leading attorney in association, nonprofit, meeting, and hospitality industries. Joshua, will share insight on working with hotels and meeting venues to

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tailor security needs, drafting contract provisions for both planners and suppliers, handling security incidents when they occur, and much more. Roundtable discussions with legal scenarios will further educate attendees on practices to limit exposure and protect both clients and venues.

The March MPI-CC meeting will focus on practical information to aid attendees in planning events that are safe and secure, including a provided summary of sample contract provisions to assist in drafting agreements with appropriate risk-management protections. Come share your knowledge and experience at the captivating StateView Hotel in Raleigh! n

Wendy Jeffries HelmsBriscoe MPI-CC Education Chair

Making Our Connections Smarter Director of the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Emlyn Koster, Ph.D., is an insightful local mind, sharing his knowledge and network with meeting organizers from sciencecentric meetings and recently held research symposia as well as the upcoming Citizen Science 2019.

Consider how a smart city’s pipeline of experts can help simplify planning, identify corporate partners and customize programming, impressing your most savvy attendees. Think Raleigh. Where science, innovation and education grow from the ground up.

Learn more at visitRaleigh.com/smart

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... Year in Photos!

Photography by Mica Parekh – IWP Photography

DESIGNED WITh YOU IN MIND Located in downtown Winston-Salem, the Twin City Quarter - home to the $20 million newly renovated Benton Convention Center - now showcases 175,000-sq. ft. of flexible meeting/banquet space in 55 rooms, including 6 ballrooms. For our client’s convenience - one sales and event planner contact for the entire complex.

Within walking distance to more than 45 restaurants and lounges and shopping on Fourth Street’s Restaurant Row and in the Downtown Arts District.

Convenient air service - 25 min. to Greensboro (GSO), 90 min. to Raleigh (RDU) and Charlotte (CLT).

Marriott’s Multi-Million Dollar Modernization Underway Unveiling Summer 2018 The city’s largest full-service hotel with 315 oversized guest rooms, we’ll soon feature walk-in showers, 55” mounted TVs, laminate floors, Serta® Perfect Sleeper Mattresses and the M Club Lounge*. Ideal for meeting functions up to 250 people. *Post renovation

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MPI-CC Celebrates Black History Month

by Jean Travers

Black History Month started in 1926 as “Negro History Week,” a term coined by noted African American historian and scholar, Carter G. Woodson. Finally, 50 years later in 1976, Black History Month officially became a month-long celebration.

Myron Jones was chosen as our first black Supplier of the Year in 2016. Extremely active in the industry, Myron is also a two-time Pat-on-the-BackAward winner and a busy committee member. He serves our association as well as others in the industry with great care and prides himself on keeping a personal touch in his business.

At MPI-CC, we support black history all year long. This month on social media and in print, we are honored to share two of our amazing members’ stories that have made a tremendous impact on the success of our chapter.

Malinda Harrell

In 2015, Malinda was elected as the first African American president. Her goals were to inspire our chapter to continue to elevate, evolve, break barriers and be Cathedral Thinkers leaving a legacy for those who would come behind them.

Myron Jones

For more photos and personal stories from our members go to www.facebook.com/MPICarolinas-Chapter. n

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A Uniquely Italian Experience SITE+MPI Global Forum- Rome, Italy, January 12-14, 2018 For the first time ever, Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) and Meeting Professionals International (MPI), partnered to gather the best and brightest across the meetings and incentive travel industries. This joint conference allowed industry members the opportunity to expand their skills in both specialties and network with key leaders across industries from around the world at one event, maximizing ROI and eliminating the need to attend two conferences this year. Proudly, MPI-CC was well-represented in Rome by myself (American Meetings & Events, Inc.) and Benny Williford (Pinnacle Keynote Speakers), both longtime members of the association.

This historic event had over 600 meeting and incentive professionals from around the world, representing more than 50 countries.

It was hosted by the Italian chapter of SITE and MPI and was an awesome experience. We started the Rome

adventure with a pre-meeting private tour of the unbelievably beautiful Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museum.

The innovative educational forum featured three highlighted presenters:

Alrerto Angela, Paleontologist, Journalist- “A Day in the Life of Rome”

Frans Johansson, CEO The Medici Group- “The Medici Effect-Unleash Creativity & Innovation”

Julie Cottineau, Best-selling Author, former VP of Brand, Richard Branson’s Virgin Company- “Twist Your Experience-Take the Magic Home” It was a three day forum filled with outstanding sessions and interesting people from around the globe. We experienced a collaborative, exclusive environment for networking and business exchanges. The final night’s elegant dinner was a celebration at Villa Miani, former host venue of the G7 Summit, overlooking the scenic city of Rome.

And, oh yes, the food! Perfect pizza and wonderful wine!

Delightful cuisine and beautiful, friendly people. Ancient history surrounded us every place we looked and walked.

We enjoyed meeting lots of new friends from a variety of cultures and countries. It was truly an educational, fun, and memorable experience in every way.

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WE NEED

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TO HAVE A SUCCESSFUL ANNUAL SILENT AUCTION AND BFG Oh, how I missed you all in January! It’s not the same when we can’t be together every other month. A huge Thank You to all those who participated in our Bidding for Good even though we couldn’t be together.

Do you know what has made us so successful this year with raising money for education for our chapter? YOU! We can’t do this without you and we are forever grateful.

We have had an awesome year so farfar. January was a banner month and we raised $834, yes, $834 dollars in just one month, which proves that we are the best chapter in the world!

So now that I have your attention, we need your help.

Your Silent Auction Committee wants our Annual Silent Auction event to be the best we have ever had.

Please see the sidebar for suggested items and use the Silent Auction Form on www.mpi-cc.com or reach out to me, Mica Parekh, CMP at mica@iwpphotography.com.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

The Silent Auction Committee wants to thank you for your donations!

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MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME. Greensboro offers the perfect combination of small town charm and big city appeal. See what’s new in Greensboro!

You will be surprised by all it has to offer.

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MPI LEADERSHIP “Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.” – John F. Kennedy “Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality.” – Warren Bennis Over the last several months, the Nominating Committee reviewed board applications, interviewed candidates and asked, “What does the future of the MPI Carolinas Chapter Board of Directors look like?” The discussions were very purposeful and mindful of the future of the Carolinas Chapter and took into consideration where the member is looking to grow personally and professionally within the Chapter. The committee looked at each nominee’s individual skills, dedication and integrity to provide outstanding leadership to our chapter during his or her term of office.

Our 2018-2019 Board Members are dedicated leaders with a strong passion for the Carolinas Chapter and they have served the chapter in a number of ways.

As a chapter, we approved the 2018-2019 Board Slate and these leaders were presented to MPI Global. Please congratulate the following members and make plans to attend the Annual Meeting in Wilmington, NC, where these leaders will be installed during the awards banquet on May 17, 2018.

Thank you to our Nominating Committee:

Alison Harding, CMP, GTP, CMM

Christian Schroeder

Linda Ilsley, CMP

Lori Hedrick, MHA, CMM, CMP, CSEP

Karolyn Stone, CHSP, CMP

Tim Miron

As we build for the future, let us remember the words of our founder Nancy B. Holder, “Leadership is something you earn, not something you are given. In order to be a good leader, you must first learn to be a good follower.” n

Barbara Dragan Visit GreenvilleSC MPI-CC Immediate Past President / Nominations Committee Chair

President

Alison Harding, CMP, GTP, CMM, Global Knowledge

President Elect

Nicole Keshler, Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau

Immediate Past President

Alyce Kelly, CHSP, The Inn at Pine Knoll Shores

Vice President Finance

Maureen Donovan, Holiday Inn Resort Wrightsville Beach

Vice President Membership

Amelia Hodges, CMP, CMM, North Carolina Association of CPAs

Vice President Communications

Ricardo Hicks, AE Production Services

Vice President Education

John Cruz, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina

Director of Special Events

Mallory Middleton, Cheers Years

Director of Special Events

Selah Bideau, TMP, Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte

Director of Meeting Planning

Deanna House, CMP, GWPgM, CME, PMP, PCM, CMM Charter Spectrum Reach

Director of Membership

Michelle Castro, The Siena Hotel Autograph Collection

Director of Leadership & Volunteer Development

Nicole Filippo, Elon University

Director of Marketing

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Carolina Blitz The Carolina Blitz is the official publication of the Carolinas Chapter of Meeting Professionals International and is published every other month. All contributions, articles, and photographs should be submitted to Publications Committee Chair/ Editor one week after the meeting. Send to Cathy Mauldin, CMP CathyMauldin@gmail.com EDITORIAL AND NEWSLETTER COMMITTEE Director of Marketing Ricardo Hicks • AE Production Services Editor Cathy Mauldin, CMP • DESA, Inc. Onsite at CDM Smith

Know a Helping Hand?

We have so many active members who deserve recognition for their efforts! If you know of someone who is going above and beyond, share their name and volunteer accomplishments with us so we can give them a shout out. This person can be a board member, a committee chair or member or even a brand new MPI-CC member who has already started to shine.

Helping Hand Awards are given on a monthly basis and nominations are accepted all the time!

Please send your nomination to April Ferguson at aprilferguson10@gmail.com.

Thank you for helping recognize your fellow members!!

CALLING ALL WRITERS Do you dream of being a published author? If so, the Blitz is looking for you! While we’re not the Wall Street Journal, getting published in the Blitz is a great way to share your ideas with fellow MPI-CC members and earn points toward your CMP certification. The Blitz is always accepting original articles and great topic ideas. To submit your articles or ideas, please contact Cathy Mauldin, CMP at CathyMauldin@gmail.com or submit via our website at www.mpi-cc.org.

Contributing Writers Alyce Kelly, CHSP, Inn at Pine Knoll Shores; Christine Irwin, CMP, The Management Company; Jean Travers, HelmsBriscoe; Mica Parekh, IWP Photography; Selah Bideau, TMP, Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte; Danny Treece, American Meetings & Events; Wendy Jeffries, HelmsBriscoe; Barbara Dragan, Visit GreenvilleSC Photographer Mica Parekh - IWP Photography Proofreaders Kathy Flowe, CMP, Alabama Theatre; Christine Irwin, CMP, The Management Office; Teresa Palmieri, Sheraton Imperial; Myron Jones, Fayetteville CVB; Nancy Lowe, CMP, NC Medical Society; Ginny Fountain, CMP, CMM, NC Association of Electric Cooperatives; Melinda Mowry, DoubleTree by Hilton New Bern - Riverfront Publisher Vince Chelena • The Management Office 704-377-5648 • Fax 704-333-6927 • staff@themanagementoffice.com Advertising Christine Irwin • The Management Office • 704-377-5648 Design Kistin Creative Studio • 704-724-9188 • kistincreative.com MPI-CC Web Site: www.mpi-cc.org ADVERTISING RATES AND DEADLINES AD SIZE FREQUENCY MEMBER NON-MEMBER

RATE RATE Quarter Page 1X $220 $290 (3 1/2”W x 4 3/4”H) 3X $200/issue $270/issue

6X $160/issue $230/issue Half Page Horizontal 1X $420 $550 (7 1/4”W x 4 3/4”H) 3X $400/issue $530/issue

6X $360/issue $490/issue Half Page Vertical 1X $420 $550 (3 1/2”W x 9 1/2”H) 3X $400/issue $530/issue

6X $360/issue $490/issue Full Page 1X $640 $840 (8 1/2”W x 11”H) 3X $620/issue $820/issue

6X $580/issue $780/issue Full Page Insert 1X $700/issue $910/issue

3X $680/issue $890/issue

6X $640/issue $850/issue (Produced and provided by advertiser) There are six issues of the Blitz published yearly FEB/MAR, APR/MAY, JUNE/JULY, AUG/SEPT, OCT/NOV, DEC/JAN NOTE: Rates are published as of January 2011, and are subject to change without notice. All published rates are net non-commisionable. Any cost incurred by the BLITZ for art that is not fully press ready (e.g. reductions, halftones) will be billed to the advertiser, or art that is not press ready may be refused.

March 15-16, 2018 The SkyView Hotel Raleigh, NC

DUE DATE: Due by the 15th of the month prior to publication. Artwork is due to the publisher within 10 days after deadline for space reservations.

SEND MATERIALS TO: Christine Irwin, CMP, The Management Office, 1307 West Morehead St, Suite 207, Charlotte, NC 28208 Christine@TheManagementOffice.com • Fax: 704-333-6927 For more advertising information contact Christine Irwin at Christine@TheManagementOffice.com or 704-377-5648 Visit our website at www.mpi-cc.org for additional advertising and sponsorship opportunities!