Meeting Professionals International Washington State Chapter

The Marketplace is taking shape! ✨

We’re excited to welcome our current Marketplace Table participants to MPI Washington State Chapter’s August Education Program: Experience-First Events: Creating Meaningful Attendee Journeys.

These organizations will be joining us to showcase their destinations, venues, products, and services while connecting directly with meeting and event professionals from across the Pacific Northwest.

Interested in joining them? There’s still time to reserve a Marketplace Table.

For $299, your organization can put its brand in front of an engaged industry audience, make new connections, generate leads, and strengthen relationships—all during one afternoon of education and networking.

📍 Meydenbauer Center | Bellevue, WA
📅 Wednesday, August 19
⏰ 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
✨ Marketplace Table: $299

Space is limited. Reserve your table:
https://lnkd.in/eB3cUb8P

A big thank you to our sponsors for the August Education Program! Shoutout to , , and for their support and partnership in making this event possible.

Join us on August 19 for Experience-First Events: Creating Meaningful Attendee Journeys, where an incredible panel of industry professionals will explore how thoughtful event design creates memorable attendee experiences.

Whether you're joining us in person at Meydenbauer Center or virtually, you'll leave with practical strategies, fresh ideas, and inspiration you can apply to your own events.

📅 Wednesday, August 19
📍 Meydenbauer Center + Virtual Option

⏰ Early Bird registration ends August 12!

Register today: web.cvent.com/event/670ce3f2-1f1d-469e-b0e0-dc0a5f8964cf/register

Looking to invest in your professional growth or support initiatives that strengthen our industry? The MPI Foundation offers resources to help MPI members and chapters thrive.

✨ Scholarships are available to support professional development opportunities for MPI members. Learn more and explore current opportunities here: https://www.mpi.org/foundation/get-help/scholarships

💡 Industry Grants provide funding for research, education, training, and innovative programs that advance the meetings and events industry. Learn more here: https://www.mpi.org/foundation/get-help/industry-grants

Take advantage of these opportunities and see how the MPI Foundation can help support your goals.

More moments from our July Strictly Social! 📸

There's nothing better than bringing our MPI Washington State Chapter members together to connect, build relationships, and have a little fun along the way.

We're already looking forward to our August event and hope to see you there!

🚨 Last Chance to Donate an Auction Item! 🚨

Today is the last day to donate an item to the MPI Washington State Chapter Summer Auction!

Whether it's a hotel stay, event tickets, a dining experience, a gift basket, or a unique experience, your donation helps support our chapter's education, networking, and professional development initiatives.

Donating is also a great opportunity to showcase your business, destination, venue, or service to our incredible community of meeting and event professionals. It's a meaningful way to give back while gaining valuable exposure with industry peers and decision-makers.

🎁 Submit your donation through our online donation form: https://lnkd.in/eXGzr5dW
📅 Donations close today, July 31!

Thank you for helping make this year's Summer Auction a success! 💙

Registration is still open for our August Education Program: Experience-First Events: Creating Meaningful Attendee Journeys!

Whether you plan conferences, meetings, incentives, or special events, this session will leave you with fresh ideas and practical strategies to create experiences that truly resonate with attendees.

Join an incredible panel of industry leaders as they share real-world examples of how intentional event design can transform ordinary meetings into unforgettable experiences.

✨ You'll learn:
• How experience-first design elevates attendee engagement
• Practical strategies to create memorable event journeys
• Real-world examples from experienced event professionals
• Ideas you can immediately apply to your own events

Meet Our Panel

Moderator
Jay Cox | Climate Pledge Arena

Panelists
Amanda Korb | Blue Ink
Andrea Lambrecht | Butler Events
Monea Swain | Seaview Catering at Seattle Aquarium
Robert Smith | Blue Danube Productions
Holly Switzer | Event Experience
Kayte Olsufka | MoPOP

📅 Wednesday, August 19
🕚 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
📍 Meydenbauer Center + Virtual Option Available

Can't join us in Bellevue? Attend virtually and be part of the conversation from wherever you are.

⏰ Early Bird pricing ends August 12!

Register today: web.cvent.com/event/670ce3f2-1f1d-469e-b0e0-dc0a5f8964cf/register

Last week, we had a fantastic time at our Planner Roundtable + Strictly Social at the Alexis Royal Sonesta Seattle!

The evening brought together meeting and event professionals from across our community for meaningful conversations, fresh perspectives, and valuable networking. From sharing industry challenges and best practices during the Planner Roundtable to making new connections over great food and drinks at Strictly Social.

A sincere thank you to the team at Alexis Royal Sonesta Seattle for hosting us and providing such a welcoming space for our event. We also appreciate everyone who attended and contributed to the engaging discussions—we're always inspired by the willingness of our members to learn from and support one another.

We look forward to seeing you at our next MPI WSC event in August!

⏰ Today is your last chance to apply!

Applications for the MPI Washington State Chapter Ignite Scholarship close today, and we don't want you to miss this opportunity.

Whether you're a current MPI member, returning after a lapse, or looking to join for the first time, the Ignite Scholarship is designed to help you grow your career, build meaningful connections, and become more involved in our MPI community.

The recipient will receive a complimentary one-year MPI membership and the opportunity to continue learning, leading, and giving back through MPI Washington State Chapter.

💙 We would love to see your application before the deadline!

Apply today: https://lnkd.in/eH_AyhUt

🔥 One week left to apply!

The deadline to apply for the MPI Washington State Chapter Ignite Scholarship is just one week away.

Whether you're a current MPI member, returning after a lapse, or looking to join for the first time, this scholarship is an opportunity to invest in your professional growth, expand your network, and become more involved in our chapter.

The recipient will receive a complimentary one-year MPI membership and the chance to connect, grow, and give back to the meetings and events community.

📅 Applications close July 27, 2026.

We would love to see your application and learn more about what inspires you to ignite your future with MPI!

Apply today: https://lnkd.in/eH_AyhUt