Connecting you to the global meeting + event community MPI-WISCONSIN CHAPTER “MPI-WI Chapter is the bridge to knowledge, compelling ideas, and relationships to create a voice in the meetings and events industry.” MAY JUNE VOL 39/NUM 3 2017 COME TOGETHER IN THE FOX CITIES Endless shopping, dining and 15+ facilities with unique, Fun options for group nightlife options affordable meeting space activities and team building Make the Fox Cities your next meeting destination! Enjoy the big city amenities and small town charm that our 20 communities along the shores of Lake Winnebago and the WISCONSIN Fox River have to offer: 45 41 • An exceptional visitor experience for groups of 10 to 2,500 94 10 • Safe, walkable communities KAUKAUNA 21 FOXCITIES • Flexible, affordable meeting spaces MENASHA APPLETON 43 • Free bureau services 10 151 41 We invite your group to COME TOGETHER IN THE FOX CITIES. NEENAH 41 LAKE WINNEBAGO Begin your planning at FoxCities.org or 800-236-6338 GET SOCIAL! 2 | May/June 2017 MPI Agenda MPI Agenda May/June 2017 | 3 MPI-WISCONSIN May/June 2017 2016 -2017 VOL 39/NUM 3 BOARD OF DIRECTORS President Jen Mell, CMP Feature Articles Travel Leaders
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