0.5 Clock Hours | Domain A: Strategic Planning

12:00 - 12:30 PM CT

Join us for the 30-Minute Monday series where a subject matter expert and moderator sit down for a hard-hitting, jam-packed 30-minute conversation about the topics you need to know to start your week. No slides, no long lectures, just facts, tips, and tricks to help you take your events and business to the next level. Can’t make it? 30-Minute Monday will be available on-demand the next business day. Check out our new 30-Minute Mondays tab under “Digital Education” at academy.mpi.org to access.

We all have them in our life. How do we respond? How to be ready for the next one? Come listen to MPI’s New Academy Director as he shares some of his own inflection points in life and how his recent inflection point will be a catalyst for the academy’s future.

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0.5 Clock Hours | Domain B: Project Management

12:00 - 12:30 PM CST

Join us for the 30-Minute Monday series where a subject matter expert and moderator sit down for a hard-hitting, jam-packed 30-minute conversation about the topics you need to know to start your week. No slides, no long lectures, just facts, tips, and tricks to help you take your events and business to the next level. Can’t make it? 30-Minute Monday will be available on-demand the next business day. Check out our new 30-Minute Mondays tab under “Digital Education” at academy.mpi.org to access.

Catch this two-part series on the HOW behind the WOW. Longtime event & entertainment expert, Rob Barber, will be dissecting his super popular presentation on, “HOW You WOW”, which took listeners on a journey of engaging, assessing, and executing significant WOW factors to events of any size.

Session #1, February 20, 2023, focuses conversation on the WOW below the line, or in other words, what to do to in planning and behind the scenes to set yourself up for success.

Session #2, March 20, 2023, will focus conversation on the WOW above the line, or in other words, highlighting techniques that that impact the audience.

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0.5 Clock Hours | Domain B: Project Management

12:00 - 12:30 PM CST

Join us for the 30-Minute Monday series where a subject matter expert and moderator sit down for a hard-hitting, jam-packed 30-minute conversation about the topics you need to know to start your week. No slides, no long lectures, just facts, tips, and tricks to help you take your events and business to the next level. Can’t make it? 30-Minute Monday will be available on-demand the next business day. Check out our new 30-Minute Mondays tab under “Digital Education” at academy.mpi.org to access.

Volunteers are at the heart of many of our events. Finding, training, and maintaining volunteers is a large part of what makes a successful event. But what makes a successful volunteer and how do we get there? Whether you’re a planner or a destination, you will find yourself needing volunteers at some point. Sit down with one of Rodeo Houston’s committee vice-chairman as she shares how she has been engaged as a volunteer for over 10 years. Rodeo Houston, the largest Rodeo in the United States, is built up of over 110 committees supported by over 35,000 volunteers, many of which become life-time volunteers. How do they do it? You’ll find out during this 30-Minute Monday.

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0.5 Clock Hours | Domain B: Project Management

12:00 - 12:30 PM CST

Join us for the 30-Minute Monday series where a subject matter expert and moderator sit down for a hard-hitting, jam-packed 30-minute conversation about the topics you need to know to start your week. No slides, no long lectures, just facts, tips, and tricks to help you take your events and business to the next level. Can’t make it? 30-Minute Monday will be available on-demand the next business day. Check out our new 30-Minute Mondays tab under “Digital Education” at academy.mpi.org to access.

Do you shy away from conflict? Maybe you could use some tips on how to swiftly resolve conflict and maintain the harmony of your team. Come learn more about the art of navigating the rough waters of navigating conflict on your team with Dani Kloap, MPI’s Manager of Curriculum. She’s worked for over a decade helping groups learn how to resolve conflict in healthy ways to move past the drama and get back to working together.

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30-Minute Mondays is MPI’s fast-paced bi-weekly talk show that brings you the latest industry happenings, insightful discussions and expert perspectives–all in just half an hour. This dynamic online program is tailor-made for event industry leaders who crave up-to-the-minute updates on global topics, all while connecting with their peers in a digital environment. Revolutionize the start to the week with a tour of the hottest developments in the event world followed by special guest interviews. We’ll bring you titans of the event industry, creative minds and game-changers who are transforming the meetings sector and landscape.

Why Attend?

• Timely Insights: In a rapidly changing industry, staying informed is paramount. 30-Minute Mondays ensures you’re always in the know about the latest developments.
• Expert Perspective: Gain access to the minds shaping the event landscape. Learn from the best and apply their strategies to your own endeavors.
• Efficiency: We respect your time. With a concise 30-minute duration, you can squeeze valuable learning into your busy schedule.
• Networking: Connect with peers who share your passion. The event industry is built on relationships, and this is your chance to expand your network.

Join us every other Monday for information, inspiration and interaction. MPI’s 30-Minute Mondays is your ticket to staying ahead in a vibrant and ever-evolving industry. Mark your calendar and be prepared to revolutionize your week–30 minutes at a time.

30-Minute Monday 10/09/2023 12:00 pm CT - 12:30 pm CT

This Week: Whether or not you plan to attend our industry’s top trade show, let’s deep dive into the show of shows, what makes it successful, how the experience has changed and the lessons learned by organizers who will share this year’s can’t miss experiences.

Special Guest: TBD

Join us for our upcoming events:

• 30-Minute Monday | Audiovisual Next Practices & Trends
  10.23.2023
• 30-Minute Monday | Native American Heritage Month 11.06.2023
• 30-Minute Monday | Next-Level Volunteering 12.04.2023
• 30-Minute Monday | 2023 Year-End Recap 12.18.2023

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30-Minute Monday 10/23/2023 12:00 pm CT - 12:30 pm CT

This Week: It’s Audiovisual Day! Let’s step into the future of event experiences with a discussion of cutting-edge trends and next-level solutions in audiovisual design. Explore how immersive technologies, interactive displays and innovative soundscapes are redefining engagement and transforming the event landscape.

Special Guest: TBD

Join us for our upcoming events:

• 30-Minute Monday | Native American Heritage Month 11.06.2023
• 30-Minute Monday | Next-Level Volunteering 12.04.2023
• 30-Minute Monday | 2023 Year-End Recap 12.18.2023

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30-Minute Monday 11/06/2023 12:00 pm CT - 12:30 pm CT

This Week: Join us in exploring cultural sensitivity and inclusivity in your events during this special program dedicated to Native American Heritage Month. Let’s discuss how to create meaningful and respectful connections that resonate with attendees from all backgrounds.

Special Guest: Kelsey Woody

Join us for our upcoming events:

• 30-Minute Monday | Next-Level Volunteering 12.04.2023
• 30-Minute Monday | 2023 Year-End Recap 12.18.2023

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30-Minute Monday 12/04/2023 12:00 pm CT - 12:30 pm CT

This Week: Let’s celebrate International Volunteer Day by exploring how giving back not only strengthens professional networks but also fuels personal growth, fosters leadership skills and fortifies the meeting industry. Discover the manifold benefits of dedicating time and expertise to the betterment of the meetings and events community.

Special Guest: Shannon Jones

Join us for our upcoming event:

• 30-Minute Monday | 2023 Year-End Recap 12.18.2023

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30-Minute Monday 12/18/2023 12:00 pm CT - 12:30 pm CT

This Week: Join us for a comprehensive year-end journey as we review the triumphs, challenges and transformative moments that defined the meetings and events landscape in 2023. Revisit standout trends, innovative adaptations and lessons learned and find valuable insights for the road ahead.

Special Guest: Tracy Stuckrath

Our 30-Minute Monday's will resume on January 8th, Happy New Year!

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