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We would like your participation in a number of focus groups and co-creation sessions while attending WEC . We value your input and willingness to participate. Each focus group or co-creation session is listed below. Please select 1 to 5 groups that you would like to participate in and email us at conversations@mpiweb.org. Please note that there is no guarantee you will be selected to participate in each of your choices, if we have too many signed up. You will be notified about the groups for which you've been selected.
Co-Creation Sessions
Extensive research amongst our members showed that The Future of Meetings, Strategic Meetings Management, The Value of Meetings and CSR are THE topics professionals in our industry need to focus on in the coming years. If you are interested in providing your input on the development of the research studies and content initiatives around these topics, then make sure to sign up for one or more of these co-creation experiences.
| Group | Description | When | Time | Participants Requested |
Value of Meetings
| We are inviting meetings and event professionals to share their knowledge and contribute to the development of new products and services for the Value of Meetings thought leadership initiative through a co-creation experience.
Sponsored by:
 | Saturday | 2:30-3:30 | planners |
Future of Meetings
| We are inviting meetings and event professionals to share their knowledge and contribute to the development of new products and services for the Future of Meetings thought leadership initiative.
Sponsored by:
| Saturday | 4:00-5:00 | any |
| Strategic Meetings Management | We are inviting meetings and event professionals to share their knowledge and contribute to the development of new products and services for the Strategic Meetings Management thought leadership initiative. | Monday | 1:30-3:00 | planners |
Focus Groups
A focus group's purpose is to stimulate individual thought around issues for the purpose of implementing solutions or actions.
| Group | Description | When | Time | Participants Requested |
| One+ reader group | The editors of MPI’s member magazine would like your input on future content of One+. It is an open and candid conversation intended to give the One+ staff a look into what is important to you and what you would like to see in the pages of One+ in the coming year. Remember, One+ is YOUR member magazine—the content is driven by your needs and your voice. Your opinion is highly valued. Attendance is open to all members of MPI but in order to ensure a balanced discussion we will coordinate a 50/50 mix of planners and suppliers. Continental breakfast/refreshments are provided. | Saturday | 8:00-9:00 | One+ readers |
| One+ reader group | The editors of MPI’s member magazine would like your input on future content of One+. It is an open and candid conversation intended to give the One+ staff a look into what is important to you and what you would like to see in the pages of One+ in the coming year. Remember, One+ is YOUR member magazine—the content is driven by your needs and your voice. Your opinion is highly valued. Attendance is open to all members of MPI but in order to ensure a balanced discussion we will coordinate a 50/50 mix of planners and suppliers. Continental breakfast/refreshments are provided. | Saturday | 9:30-10:30 | One+ readers |
| FutureWatch | Help MPI design FutureWatch 2011 to provide you with the answers you need to make strategic decisions for 2011. We will concentrate on the information you will need as well as how MPI can make the FutureWatch survey experience better for members. | Saturday | 1:15-2:15 | any |
| Member Supplier | Member Care is looking for information directly from suppliers about how MPI can specifically improve service to supplier members. Your needs are changing, and with your help, MPI can be there with you every step of the way. We request no chapter leaders participate in this group. | Sunday | 8:00-9:30 | Member Suppliers |
| Marketplace | The discussion will be very interactive, as we will be seeking your insight concerning various industry topics such as: marketing strategies, advertising, technology and other topics of interest. A small incentive as a token our appreciation will be offered for your participation. | Sunday | 8:00-9:30 | any |
| Marketplace | The discussion will be very interactive, as we will be seeking your insight concerning various industry topics such as: marketing strategies, advertising, technology and other topics of interest. A small incentive as a token our appreciation will be offered for your participation. | Monday | 8:00-9:30 | any |
| Member Planner | Member Care is looking for information directly from planners about how MPI can specifically improve service to planner members. Your needs are changing, and with your help, MPI can be there with you every step of the way. We request no chapter leaders participate in this group. | Monday | 8:00-9:30 | Member Planners |
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