The MPI Pittsburgh Gala is quickly approaching and we are looking forward to seeing all of you! If you haven’t yet registered you will truly be missing a great event! Phipps Conservancy & Botanical Gardens is our host again this year. The "Bollywood Ball" will be on May 2, 2012 from 6PM – 10PM and is the networking event of the year. Bring your spouse or someone you work with. You will have a great time!

The Gala is our last event of the MPI fiscal year. Our regular monthly meetings will commence in September with some dynamic speakers and a fantastic new Board.

This past year as President has been a wonderful experience for me. Our major goal of changing the website was accomplished with great success. There have been a few challenges along the way, but in the end, the site is progressing nicely and has become a great tool. We have also increased our attendance at the monthly meetings. This is a trend we need to continue!

Thank you for all of the assistance and most of all for your support. Our chapter is all about our members and we could not be successful without you.

I look forward to seeing you on May 2!

Hope Gritzer
President, MPI Pittsburgh Chapter

MPI Pittsburgh is in the process of hiring a Chapter Administrator.  Should you or someone you know be interested in applying for this position we are asking that you share the RFP. 

The Chapter Administrator is a paid position responsible for the efficient management and clerical activities of the Association. Administrator must demonstrate ability in the areas of meeting planning, financial record keeping, human relations, communication, and computer skills. The candidate must be able to work with persons representing varied hospitality and meeting industry ventures.

Proposals must be received no later than April 27, 2012. 

Please send proposals to:
Becky McMillen, CMP
MPI Pittsburgh President – Elect
Mcmillen_b@calu.edu

Thank you for your assistance in our search.?

Have you reserved your ticket for Gala yet?!  Our 2012 Gala is already shaping up as one of the premier events of the season.  In addition to the fun food and entertainment, guests will have a chance to win a stay at the beautiful Fairmont Hamilton Princess Bermuda!

Don't forget to turn your raffle tickets in to qualify for the Bermuda trip!  Call Colleen Chorney at 412.400.8004 to make arrangements or bring them the evening of the Gala.  Please return any unsold tickets to Colleen by April 25th.

The Gala themed "BOLLYWOOD BALL" will take place Wednesday, May 2, 2012 from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.  The event will be held amidst Phipps’ new and exciting Tropical Forest India exhibit.

Thank you to all who have donated wonderful auction items for Gala.  We are still accepting items - please show your support to MPI!  Donations big or small - we take them all!