Meeting Professionals International - Connecticut Chapter

10/22/2026

Join MPI CT for an interactive, real-world simulation led by nationally recognized event safety expert Steve Adelman.

What happens when a high-profile, high-stakes event encounters unexpected adversity? Find out at MPI CT's Annual Half-Day Education Program, co-sponsored with Asociación de Hoteles de Cancún, Puerto Morelos e Isla Mujeres and Global Incentive Management DMC

Back by popular demand, industry authority Steven Adelman will lead AdelFest – The Tabletop, an interactive stress test designed to challenge your event plans, risk mitigation strategies, and critical decision-making under pressure.

Set against the scenario of AdelFest—the lavish, end-of-year gala hosted by Connecticut’s own Adelman Law Group—you’ll step into the shoes of the event planner as dynamic, real-time challenges unfold. Together, we'll put our collective event knowledge to the test and learn how to navigate crisis with poise, professionalism, and precision.

📅 November 9, 10:00am - 3:30pm
📍 Norwalk Inn & Conference Center
👉 Register now: https://cvent.me/gw5M0O

10/21/2026

MPI Connecticut is hosting a special half-day education program on November 9, bringing the Mexican Caribbean to you!

Meet hotel partners from Cancun, Puerto Morelos & Isla Mujeres face to face, hear fresh destination updates, discover new venues, and build relationships with reps eager to partner on your next meeting or incentive.

Presented with the Asociación de Hoteles de Cancún, Puerto Morelos e Isla Mujeres and organized by Global Incentive Management DMC.

Stay tuned tomorrow for more details about our incredible speaker, Steve Adelman, who is back by popular demand!

📅 November 9
📍 Connecticut
👉 Register now: https://cvent.me/gw5M0O

10/14/2026

⭐ Member Spotlight: Meet MPI CT Member Tricia Gudbrandsen of Great Wolf Lodge

🔹 Get to know Tricia and hear about her journey with MPI!

10/13/2026

Need Community Service Hours? 🎓

Spend 2 hours with us on a Saturday morning at Rentschler Field and check off your volunteer requirements!

✅ Free coffee, cocoa & donuts

✅ Official sign-offs for service hours

✅ All are welcome!

✅ Bring your teammates, classmates, or friends!

📅 Saturday, October 24 | Check-in at 8:30 AM in Lot 4

🔗 Click the link to reserve your volunteer spot!
https://cvent.me/9gqXXA

10/08/2026

🍩 Donuts, Coffee & Giving Back!

Help us raise $1,200 for our MPI Chapter in just 2 hours! We’re gathering a crew to clean Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field on Saturday morning, October 24, and we need 30–35 volunteers to pull it off.

Meeting Spot: Lot 4 (across from Gate B)
Arrival: 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM (Done by ~11:00 AM)
Who: Anyone! (Students, sports teams, MPI supporters, and friends welcome!)
Students: Need community service hours? We’ll sign off on them!

Register to join us for a fun, fast morning of community impact!
➡ https://cvent.me/9gqXXA

09/29/2026

Looking to connect with meeting and event professionals across the region?

Join us on September 30, 2026, at Dunkin’ Park in Hartford for an afternoon of actionable learning, peer discussion, and targeted networking. Hosted in the venue's indoor club space overlooking the field, this program combines strategic education with dedicated time to reconnect with colleagues over lite bites.

Whether you are looking to earn 1.5 CMP hours in Event Design or want to discover new methods for building inclusive attendee experiences, this workshop is designed to deliver immediate practical value.

Event Timeline:
• 1:00 PM: Registration
• 1:30 PM: Interactive Workshop with Dan Jaskot
• 3:00 PM: Networking & Refreshments

Register Now!
https://cvent.me/X290e9

09/23/2026

Education + Networking + Ballpark Views

Join us at America’s Best Ballpark on September 30! We’re hosting our next educational event at Dunkin’ Park, home of the Hartford Yard Goats.

Come for 1.5 hours of high-value learning on event design and team building, and stay for delicious lite bites, refreshing drinks, and networking with regional industry professionals.

📍 Hartford Yard Goats Stadium (Dunkin' Park), 1214 Main St, Hartford, CT
⏰ September 30, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🎟 Register Now: https://cvent.me/X290e9

🌟Learn more about events at Dunkin' Park: https://yardgoatsevents.com/

09/22/2026

Join MPI today. We're offering 40% off for two days only–September 22 and 23!

Join us now to unlock a world of networking, professional development, and endless opportunities.

Use code FLASH26.

mpi.org/flash26

09/09/2026

The bar for experiential marketing keeps rising.

BizBash highlighted 30+ innovative event concepts from brands like amika, K18 Hair, Laneige, and HBO Max that showcase how interactive design, immersion, and creative storytelling drive engagement.

A great read for event marketers, designers, and brand managers looking for fresh inspiration ⬇️

https://www.bizbash.com/experiential-marketing/cool-event-ideas-you-may-have-missed-from-loreal-fx-amika-and-more?utm_source=google&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=BBed

Here’s a look at some steal-worthy ideas we spotted in August 2026.

09/08/2026

Meet your speaker for September 30! 👋

We’re thrilled to feature Dan Jaskot, Owner of Empower Leadership . Since 2009, Empower Leadership has facilitated over 4,000 team-building events for more than 200,000 participants—helping organizations build trust, boost morale, and drive results through shared experiences.

At our upcoming session at Hartford Yard Goats Stadium (Dunkin' Park), on September 30, Dan will walk us through actionable, community-building strategies you can apply directly to your next event or team environment.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain fresh ideas and learn more about Empower Leadership!

Hartford Yard Goats Stadium (Dunkin' Park) | Hartford, CT

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Register today: https://cvent.me/X290e9

✨Visit leadwithempower.com to learn more about Empower Leadership!