BizBash Expo Chicago :: August 20, 2009

The Largest Gathering of Event and Meeting Professionals in the Midwest :: The BizBash Expo - Chicago Merchandise Mart - Thursday, August 20, 2009.

Designed for event professionals by event professionals, the BizBash Expo shares the latest trends in decor, design, catering, event strategies, and much more. Differentiate between fads and trends, and get cutting-edge ideas to stay on track to plan effective events in a challenging economy.

BizBash's Expo and Award Show is the can't-miss event of the year for Midwest event and meeting planners, corporate planners, PR and marketing professionals, and third-party planners who will gather, learn, and network in one spectacular day.

Upcoming Events for Planners (Midwest)

Some interesting and educational events for planners are happening this month:

MPI-CAC 2008 Women's Leadership Conference
Tuesday, November 11, 2008 :: Chicago, IL :: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
The 2008 Women’s Leadership Conference: “Winning the Race!” Key Success Strategies for Today’s Career Woman is a one-day conference of educational programming that emphasizes women’s leadership, and a celebration of diversity stretching across all industries.
Invitation: http://guest.cvent.com/EVENTS/Info/Invitation.aspx?e=63e18c49-cc5b-4d20-8569-c329959ef770

4th Annual Pharmaceutical Meeting Planners' Summit
November 17, 2008 to November 18, 2008 :: The Heldrich, New Brunswick, NJ
More info: http://www.exlpharma.com/

ISES Indiana Education Conference
November 19, 2008 :: Horizon Convention Center, Muncie, IN :: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
More info: http://isesindiana.com/conference.htm

Great Resource

In my opinion, the MPI Bookstore is the best in the industry. I am a regular customer and highly recommend it for both new and experienced planners. It is also "the" source for getting your CMP study materials.

http://www.mpiweb.org/cms/mpiweb/Finance/CategoryList.aspx?Type=BOOKS

Check it out and fill up your bookshelf with the best books in the industry!