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Wednesday
AM Session
7:15 am -
8:15 am
CDT
  • Networking Hub
  • Star Foyer
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 7:15 amMarch 20, 2024 8:15 amCDT Registration, Lite Breakfast Bites & Networkinghttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/registration-lite-breakfast-bites-networking/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Registration, Lite Breakfast Bites & Networking60false
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Registration, Lite Breakfast Bites & Networking

Wednesday
AM Session
8:30 am -
9:30 am
CDT
  • General Session
  • Star AB
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 8:30 amMarch 20, 2024 9:30 amCDT Bridging the Generation Gap: Communicating for Successhttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/bridging-the-generation-gap-communicating-for-success/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Bridging the Generation Gap: Communicating for Success60false
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Bridging the Generation Gap: Communicating for Success

Unlock the secrets behind effective communication that transcends generational divides in our captivating session, “Bridging the Generation Gap: Communicating for Success.” As an event leader, it is imperative to possess the skills that foster collaboration and understanding within diverse teams. Our expert facilitator will offer insights into the unique characteristics and preferences of different generations and equip you with the tools necessary to bridge the gaps and create a work environment that promotes success. . . .
Wednesday
AM Session
9:40 am -
10:25 am
CDT
  • Breakout Sessions
  • Star D1
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 9:40 amMarch 20, 2024 10:25 amCDT Content Marketing to Build Trust and Entice Actionhttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/content-marketing-to-build-trust-and-entice-action/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Content Marketing to Build Trust and Entice Action60false
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Content Marketing to Build Trust and Entice Action

Learn how to identify and connect with your target audience through content marketing. Understand the importance of maintaining a consistent brand voice across different platforms for enhanced recognition and trust. . . .
Wednesday
PM Session
9:40 am -
10:25 am
CDT
  • Breakout Sessions
  • Star C
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 9:40 amMarch 20, 2024 10:25 amCDT Sign Here – WAIT NOT YET!https://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/sign-here-wait-not-yet/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Sign Here – WAIT NOT YET!60false
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Sign Here – WAIT NOT YET!

This session will dive into the partnership in negotiating and comprehensive review of venue contracts both for suppliers and for planners; to better hone their skills in understanding and collaborating on these agreements. Attendees will learn and actively discuss the many parts of hotel and venue contracts and not only the WHAT, but additionally the WHY for including such language and how to communicate their preferences Basic appreciation of: ^contract reasons and language ^potential language utilization ^What Not to put . . .
Wednesday
AM Session
10:25 am -
11:00 am
CDT
  • Break
  • Star Foyer
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 10:25 amMarch 20, 2024 11:00 amCDT AM Break & Networkinghttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/am-break-networking/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 AM Break & Networking60false
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AM Break & Networking

Wednesday
PM Session
11:00 am -
11:45 am
CDT
  • Breakout Sessions
  • Star C
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 11:00 amMarch 20, 2024 11:45 amCDT Sign Here – WAIT NOT YET!https://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/sign-here-wait-not-yet-2/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Sign Here – WAIT NOT YET!60false
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Sign Here – WAIT NOT YET!

This session will dive into the partnership in negotiating and comprehensive review of venue contracts both for suppliers and for planners; to better hone their skills in understanding and collaborating on these agreements. Attendees will learn and actively discuss the many parts of hotel and venue contracts and not only the WHAT, but additionally the WHY for including such language and how to communicate their preferences Basic appreciation of: ^contract reasons and language ^potential language utilization ^What Not to put . . .
Wednesday
AM Session
11:00 am -
11:45 am
CDT
  • Breakout Sessions
  • Star D2&D3
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 11:00 amMarch 20, 2024 11:45 amCDT Tell me what you want, what you really really want! The give and take of supplier/planner partnerships.https://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/tell-me-what-you-want-what-you-really-really-want-the-give-and-take-of-supplier-planner-partnerships/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Tell me what you want, what you really really want! The give and take of supplier/planner partnerships.60false
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Tell me what you want, what you really really want! The give and take of supplier/planner partnerships.

In the dynamic realm of event planning, success is not achieved in isolation. Join us for an enlightening session where we delve into the transformative power of collaboration between event professionals and suppliers. Expect to gain a fresh perspective on the supplier/planner dynamic. By establishing improved connections with your suppliers, you will streamline your planning process, increase efficiency, and ultimately deliver exceptional events that leave a lasting impression. Panelists include: Alisa Caldwell, CMP, General Manager, 360 Destination Group Christina Decker, . . .
Wednesday
AM Session
11:00 am -
11:45 am
CDT
  • Breakout Sessions
  • Star D1
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 11:00 amMarch 20, 2024 11:45 amCDT Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Creating Space for Allhttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-creating-space-for-all/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Creating Space for All60false
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Creating Space for All

In the ever-evolving landscape of event planning, it is imperative to understand the significance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Join us for an interactive session where we will refresh our understanding of DEI and engage in a peer-to-peer knowledge sharing session, where we will exchange invaluable tips and strategies on how to successfully implement DEI practices. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to shape the future of your events by embracing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. . . .
Wednesday
11:45 am -
12:45 pm
CDT
  • General Session
  • Star AB
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 11:45 amMarch 20, 2024 12:45 pmCDT Keynote Luncheon: Transform Your Meetings & Events with Artificial Intelligence Tools You Need NOW!https://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/keynote-luncheon-transform-your-meetings-events-with-artificial-intelligence-tools-you-need-now/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Keynote Luncheon: Transform Your Meetings & Events with Artificial Intelligence Tools You Need NOW!60false
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Keynote Luncheon: Transform Your Meetings & Events with Artificial Intelligence Tools You Need NOW!

AI is revolutionizing the meetings and events industry by introducing various advancements and transforming the way professionals plan, manage, and execute successful events. Test drive 20+ AI tools that will: – Provide more efficient planning and resource management – Simplify agenda-building and space allocation – Streamline the RFP process – Provide advanced event marketing and promotion – Provide more thorough in-event and post-event analytics and insights, including ethical facial recognition. Tools include copywriting and research, image and video creation, presentations . . .
Wednesday
PM Session
12:45 pm -
1:15 pm
CDT
  • Break
  • Star Foyer
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 12:45 pmMarch 20, 2024 1:15 pmCDT Dessert & Networkinghttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/dessert-networking/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Dessert & Networking60false
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Dessert & Networking

Wednesday
PM Session
1:30 pm -
2:15 pm
CDT
  • Breakout Sessions
  • Star D2&D3
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 1:30 pmMarch 20, 2024 2:15 pmCDT Digital Products that Improve Eventshttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/digital-products-that-improve-events/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Digital Products that Improve Events60false
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Digital Products that Improve Events

Learn about new and improved Digital Products that enhance the event experience for attendees, exhibitors and show organizers. . . .
Wednesday
AM Session
1:30 pm -
2:15 pm
CDT
  • Breakout Sessions
  • Star C
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 1:30 pmMarch 20, 2024 2:15 pmCDT Making the Most of Your AV Budget and Leveraging the Power of Partnershipshttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/making-the-most-of-your-av-budget-and-leveraging-the-power-of-partnerships/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Making the Most of Your AV Budget and Leveraging the Power of Partnerships60false
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Making the Most of Your AV Budget and Leveraging the Power of Partnerships

Every AV budget is unique, but if you know where to look, you could achieve significant savings and avoid costly fees. Whether working with the in-house AV provider, or traveling with your own preferred supplier, building a trusted partnership and leveraging your relationships are key to increasing the value for your spend. Let’s take the stigma out of AV and deliver a wow to your attendees, without breaking the bank. As an event organizer ask yourself: 1. Have I built . . .
Wednesday
PM Session
1:30 pm -
2:15 pm
CDT
  • Breakout Sessions
  • Star D1
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 1:30 pmMarch 20, 2024 2:15 pmCDT Sips & Ships: Open Discussion on Supplier ROI and Sponsorshipshttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/sips-ships-open-discussion-on-supplier-roi-and-sponsorships/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Sips & Ships: Open Discussion on Supplier ROI and Sponsorships60false
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Sips & Ships: Open Discussion on Supplier ROI and Sponsorships

Join MPI D/FW President, Stephanie Evans, and PCMA Gulf States Chapter President, Judy Payne, for a supplier focused open discussion, while we craft mocktails! In this open discussion we will exchange ideas and explore innovative approaches for local industry organizations to enhance the value of supplier memberships and sponsorships, uncover the considerations that weigh on your decisions to join or sponsor these organizations, and gain a deeper understanding of the factors that contribute to meaningful ROI. . . .
Wednesday
PM Session
2:15 pm -
3:00 pm
CDT
  • Break
  • Star Foyer
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 2:15 pmMarch 20, 2024 3:00 pmCDT PM Break & Networkinghttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/pm-break-networking/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 PM Break & Networking60false
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PM Break & Networking

Wednesday
PM Session
3:00 pm -
3:45 pm
CDT
  • Breakout Sessions
  • Star D2&D3
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 3:00 pmMarch 20, 2024 3:45 pmCDT Digital Products that Improve Eventshttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/digital-products-that-improve-events-2/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Digital Products that Improve Events60false
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Digital Products that Improve Events

Learn about new and improved Digital Products that enhance the event experience for attendees, exhibitors and show organizers. . . .
Wednesday
AM Session
3:00 pm -
3:45 pm
CDT
  • Breakout Sessions
  • Star C
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 3:00 pmMarch 20, 2024 3:45 pmCDT Making the Most of Your AV Budget and Leveraging the Power of Partnershipshttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/making-the-most-of-your-av-budget-and-leveraging-the-power-of-partnerships-2/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Making the Most of Your AV Budget and Leveraging the Power of Partnerships60false
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Making the Most of Your AV Budget and Leveraging the Power of Partnerships

Every AV budget is unique, but if you know where to look, you could achieve significant savings and avoid costly fees. Whether working with the in-house AV provider, or traveling with your own preferred supplier, building a trusted partnership and leveraging your relationships are key to increasing the value for your spend. Let’s take the stigma out of AV and deliver a wow to your attendees, without breaking the bank. As an event organizer ask yourself: 1. Have I built . . .
Wednesday
PM Session
3:00 pm -
3:45 pm
CDT
  • Breakout Sessions
  • Wynne Ballroom C
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 3:00 pmMarch 20, 2024 3:45 pmCDT Not Your Mom’s F&B Sessionhttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/not-your-moms-fb-session/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Not Your Mom’s F&B Session60false
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Not Your Mom’s F&B Session

Join Omni for an extraordinary session that goes beyond the ordinary, designed exclusively for event professionals seeking to elevate their F&B offerings to new heights. In this immersive experience, we will build our own Charcuterie Cones with Banquet Sous Chef, Jan Loov while we learning about ways to reimagine existing menu items to help control event costs. We will also discuss how pre-batched passed cocktails can enhance the attendee experience while helping control hosted bar costs. You definitely do NOT . . .
Wednesday
PM Session
4:00 pm -
5:00 pm
CDT
  • General Session
  • Star AB
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 4:00 pmMarch 20, 2024 5:00 pmCDT Mindfulness: The Key to Recalibrating Mental Healthhttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/mindfulness-the-key-to-recalibrating-mental-health/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Mindfulness: The Key to Recalibrating Mental Health60false
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Mindfulness: The Key to Recalibrating Mental Health

Dorsey is on a mission to make mindfulness and mental health accessible for all people, including Type A people like herself. Journey with Dorsey as she weaves together her own story of overcoming burnout, the latest neuroscience research, and relaxing experiential mindset practices to equip you with new mindful tools for mental strength and resilience. In this engaging and actionable talk, Dorsey will… – Demystify the practice of mindfulness for better mental health – Simplify the way you think about . . .
Wednesday
PM Session
5:00 pm -
7:00 pm
CDT
  • Reception
  • Omni Pool Deck
Add to CalendarMarch 20, 2024 5:00 pmMarch 20, 2024 7:00 pmCDT Happy Hour & Networkinghttps://mpidfw24.virtualbyvario.com/event/happy-hour-networking/akILMCXBezwgkecYZmwm128637 Happy Hour & Networking60false
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Happy Hour & Networking

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