Join us today! We welcome you to the Ohio Chapter of Meeting Professionals International!
The Ohio Chapter of MPI (MPIOH) is an integral part of a worldwide association of 22,000 members in 60 countries. The Ohio Chapter has approximately 350 members, consisting of planner, supplier and student members. Our Chapter is dedicated to the advancement of the meeting profession by providing excellent educational opportunities, networking and as a worldwide resource for information. We meet on the third Wednesday of the month for educational lunch meetings featuring nationally know speakers. In addition MPIOH provides REACH programs that are in various cities throughout Ohio and are designed to be shorter less formal education forums to give all of our members an opportunity to network and obtain continuing education. We also hold an annual Mid-America Education Conference together with the Indiana, and Kentucky Blue Grass chapters of MPI. We offer many wonderful opportunities to work with your colleagues in the industry, create valuable partnerships and to be a leader in the meetings industry.
Ohio Chapter Member Benefits
Education & Certification
- Monthly educational meetings featuring professional speakers on industry-related topics
- Annual Regional Educational Conference- MPI Mid-America Education Conference
- Special Topic Breakfast Seminars
- Educational programs & study groups to help you earn the Certified Meeting Professional
- Designation (CMP)
- National and International Professional Development Conferences
- Leadership Institutes
Professional/Career Resources
- Professional growth and development through educational programs
- Networking opportunities to build professional contacts and partnerships
- Build a support system and make friends in the industry
- Keep abreast of industry trends
- Leadership opportunities within the Chapter
- Opportunities for exposure and increased visibility in the marketplace
- Access to expanded resources within the industry, including Career Center
Communications & Advocacy
- Monthly chapter magazine
- MPI Monthly magazine
- Annual membership directory
- Access to online membership directory
Return on Investment
- Affordable access to local and worldwide industry expertise
- Enhanced relationships with industry partners that are mutually beneficial
- Discounted services available to members
