Meeting Professionals International, International Association of Exhibitions and Events Sign Partnership Agreement
December 10, 2015
Meeting Professionals International and the International Association of Exhibitions and Event have decided to form a business partnership to benefit their respective members.
The agreement aims to leverage the two associations' complementary business synergies and increase brand awareness to member audiences through MPI's The Meeting Professional® magazine.
"The partnership with IAEE is an opportunity for our associations to address the growing need for collaboration between the meeting, tradeshow and event principles," said Paul Van Deventer, president and CEO of MPI.
He added, "Our memberships rely heavily on each other to be successful and we are honored to be able to offer The Meeting Professional as a channel to help bring our business communities together."
The Meeting Professional (TMP) is MPI's member-focused magazine delivering editorial content on meeting industry trends, opportunities and issues. The magazine, distributed to MPI members each month, has won more than 50 awards for editorial and design.
Starting in January 2016, MPI will begin to distribute TMP to IAEE members as a full-digital, mobile-friendly edition.
"We are excited to be partnering with MPI and are confident our membership will find The Meeting Professional very informative and engaging," said IAEE president and CEO David DuBois, CMP, CAE, FASAE, CTA.
He added, "We are looking forward to bringing additional perspective to the magazine and building new relationships with MPI members in the process."
Throughout the year, the two associations will work closely together to develop content for TMP, relevant to the broader circulation and in conjunction with the magazine's business and editorial objectives.
"We are always looking for new ways to provide an opportunity for our members to expand their network in the industry. Our collaboration with IAEE will provide members in both associations with helpful insight and education delivered through the sharing of ideas and best practices throughout the pages of TMP," Van Deventer said. "This will help our meeting and event planners access new information and resources to make well-informed decisions and deliver quality programs."
To learn more about The Meeting Professional visit http://mpiweb.org/Magazine.
Partner Voices
Overview:
The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality.
In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way.
“We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.”
Amenities:
The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.
The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience
The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need.
Gold Key Members
The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events.
OCCC Events:
This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.
The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:
AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023
200,000 Attendees
$257 Million in Economic Impact
MEGACON 2023
160,000 Attendees
$205 Million in Economic Impact
Open Championship Series 2023
69,500 Attendees
$89 Million in Economic Impact
Sunshine Classic 2023
42,000 Attendees
$54 Million in Economic Impact
Premiere Orlando 2023
42,000 Attendees
$108 Million in Economic Impact
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