Frequently Asked Questions -Platinum Series


Can you refer me to a Platinum speaker?
We have a listing of current Platinum speakers on the web site on the Platinum Series home page

Do you have an evaluation form for speakers/sessions that I can use?
Yes, see the Chapter Education Toolkit available in the Membership & Chapters section.  This evaluation form is a requirement for all Platinum presentations.

How do I become a Platinum speaker?
To become eligible for the Platinum Program, speakers must first present at a MPI International Conference and obtain an evaluation score of 4.5 or higher.  Once eligible for the Platinum Program, other criteria are evaluated for each session and those chosen will be invited to participate in the program.  To speak at a MPI International Conference, please click here for more information.

How do I contact a MPI Chapter?
Chapter listings are located under Membership & Chapters, MPI Chapters.

How do I get education at the local MPI level?
Contact your local Chapter. Please see the Membership & Chapters section for more information on MPI Chapters.

How does a Chapter book a Platinum session?
Please visit the Platinum Series website for more information.

How does the speaker for a Platinum program get paid?
MPI Headquarters pays the speaker directly.  The Chapter is not involved in this.

How many Continuing Education Units (CEUs) do I get for 1 hour of education?
1 hour of education = 0.1 CEU

How many Platinum programs does my Chapter receive a year?
Each chapter is allowed to book two Platinum programs per fiscal year.  MPI will cover the speaker honorarium for both Platinums programs.

I am interested in a Platinum speaker, but my Chapter has used their allotment, what can I do?
You may contact a speaker directly to see what their fees would be.  Visit the Platinum Series website for speaker contact information.

What fees does MPI Headquarters cover for the Platinum program?
MPI Headquarters covers the pre-agreed upon speaker honorarium.  The Chapter is responsible for all travel expenses, hotel, and meals.

What is the MPI Platinum Program?
An educational program provided by MPI headquarters that offers sessions and speakers that have proven themselves as high caliber speakers with relevant educational topics.  MPI headquarters helps defray the costs for these sessions for each Chapter by paying the speaker honoraium.

Who books the speaker travel for a Platinum program?
The local Chapter (not MPI Headquarters) books the travel - usually the same person booking the speaker.

Who can attend a MPI Platinum program?
Members and non-members are allowed to attend. 

Who can book a Platinum program?
The Chapter's VP of Education or someone designated by the VP of Education are the only ones who can book a Platinum program.