LEAP Program Guide

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Kathryn Humphreys – Standingon Chairs: Finding Creativityin the Everday >

Bruce MacMillan –Thinking Outside the Room >

Richard Aaron – BreakthroughConcepts: Changing the Worldof Events for 2010 >

Connie Lindsey – LeadershipThrough Social Responsibility >

Gerald Haman –Formulate-to-Innovate >

Matt Dollinger – Creating aSocial Media Strategy >

Monday, April 26, 2010Sheraton Chicago

Hotel & Towers

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Letter from the PresidentWelcome and thank you for attending the Leadership Education and Awards Program (L.E.A.P.)!

Unfortunately, the recession has lasted longer than we hoped. Thank goodness last year the board had the foresight to combine MPI-CAC’s Educational Conference with the Awards Gala. As a result, this temporary move has reduced some financial risk to our meetings portfolio for 2010.

I firmly believe that the L.E.A.P. content may be the best ever constructed by the Chapter. I am particularly pleased with the Chicago-centric community tone of the program. In addition, we assembled an outrageous lineup of experts to share their knowledge and vision for the meeting industry’s future. The conference framework utilized is modern, extracting the most salient points for knowledge delivery while weaving the resulting core messages into an overarching and entertaining whole.

The L.E.A.P. and Awards Selection Committees have worked extremely hard to provide an innovative platform in which to celebrate our award nominees. MPI-CAC has a prodigious list of noteworthy winners. I hope you delve further into what makes these folks “stand-out” and that you contemplate cultivating similar winning qualities while building your own meetings career.

MPI International Headquarters has also been a great support to MPI-CAC this year. We welcome MPI President and CEO Bruce MacMillan and Associate Editor for One+ magazine, Jason Hensel. We will host MPI yet again in May with our Strategic Value of Meetings and Events program. Thanks Dallas!

Of course, the awards ceremony is historically the final celebration for all MPI-CAC leadership including its committees and governing board. Not so for 2010! We still have two full months of activity to keep doggedly working our plan. MPI-CAC’s committees will celebrate officially in early June at the All Committee Day when we identify and toast the committee that best exemplifies outstanding achievement of the Chapter’s strategic plan.

The Committees and Board have worked hard to keep the Chapter financially solvent, the friendliest in the global MPI family, and the most innovative by revamping all our Chapter education and networking offerings. If you want to join them to help create an even stronger Chapter, please sign up for a committee or take on a leadership position.

The L.E.A.P. program would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors, hotel and destination partners, and the numerous audio visual, multimedia and event production experts that have lent their time and talents to make us look so good.

Here’s to you, Chicago!

Chrissy Ward, CAE2009-2010 MPI-CAC President

Chrissy Ward, CAESociety of Gynecologic

Oncologists

The Genesis of L.E.A.P.When the decision was made to combine the MPI-CAC Educational Conference and the Annual Awards Recognition Gala for the first time in 2010, the two committees came together with a blank slate before them, setting out to craft an entirely new event to provide robust educational offerings and recognize top achievers. Through a series of creative brainstorming sessions, the committee settled on something totally new – an event concept modeled after the most innovative conferences of our time – the TED Conference (www.ted.com). Occurring annually since 1984, this wildly successful conference brings together leaders to discuss technology, education and design

The Leadership Education & Awards Program (L.E.A.P.) is an all-day education and awards program. The day will consist of a series of unique, 18-minute talks given by “big thinkers” discussing “big ideas,” MPI award-winner recognition elements, networking opportunities, and mesmerizing talent performances. The event is designed to connect and educate the audience, as well as expose them to new concepts and ideas from those at the forefront of their industries.

This innovative program will simultaneously challenge the brain, inspire the mind and move people to action. All knowledge is interconnected. When we are able to draw a new association between the latest scientific technology and what we do as meeting professionals, we take a great LEAP forward. Get ready for our very own L.E.A.P. day!

Continuing Education Credits

CEUs: 0.425 for the full day (For those not participating in

the entire day, each hour of education equates to 0.1 CEUs)

CMP Blueprint Domain: 1 – Strategic Event Planning Process

CMP Contact Hours: Full Day – 3 hoursMorning Session – 1.67 hoursAfternoon Session – 1.33 hours

**SPECIAL NOTE** The Convention Industry Council has changed its requirements to apply for the CMP exam. Future applicants for this exam must complete 25 Contact Hours of programming that conforms to the CIC Blueprint. Visitwww.conventionindustry.org for more information.

Spotme Interactive CommunityGet ready to experience the future of conference technology at L.E.A.P. 2010! Spotme will help you put a name to a face and a face to a name, be your concierge, and enable conversations with individuals as well as the whole group.

You will be able to use your Spotme device to find people that you want to connect with. It also allows you to send messages, exchange photo business cards electronically, view session descriptions in your agenda, navigate the venue with maps, and interact with presenters through live voting sessions and Q&A. You won’t need to carry stacks of paper – everything will be on Spotme, and all of the information in your electronic briefcase will be emailed to you immediately following L.E.A.P!

Spotme alerts you of incoming messages with a discreet vibration. To go to your inbox, select messages on the main menu. Other than messages, the inbox will contain feedback surveys and the ability to submit questions directly to speakers during the sessions. There is also an ongoing section where you can submit comments about what the sessions will inspire you to do.

Spotme can also help you connect with others by vibrating when a person you would like to meet is nearby! To do so, go to people, search for the profile of a person you want to meet and then select at the top. You can spot as many participants as you wish. Spotme will alert you, but not the participant you are spotting, so you can still decide if the moment is right to go over and shake hands.

If it is, why not Exchange Business Cards? Simply select the icon at the bottom of the main menu, then hold the touchpoint on the back of your Spotme onto the touchpoint of your acquaintance’s device until their photo shows up on the screen. Business cards will be saved in your Spotme Briefcase, backed up on the server, and sent to you by email at the end of the event.

Questions? Stop by the Spotme Helpdesk anytime.www.spotme.com

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Agenda At-A-Glance

7:30 AM - 8:00 AM New Member Orientation

9:55 AM - 10:15 AM Networking Break

7:00 AM - 8:15 AM Registration and Continental Breakfast

Entertainment:Power JumperUndertones

Awards Presentation:Tomorrow’s LeaderChapter Leader of the Year

Entertainment:Piano Performance by MacArthur Genius Grant Winner, Reginald Robinson

10:15 AM - 12:00 PM General Session & Awards Presentation

Speakers:Matt Dollinger@Properties“Creating a Social

Media Strategy”

Avraham MorLightswitch“Lighting - Can’t see without it,

everyone says they design it”

Connie LindseyExecutive Vice President of The NorthernTrust Company; President of Girl Scouts of America“Giving to Get: Leadership Through Social Responsibility”

Mike Walsh Author - Bowling Across America:

50 States in Rented Shoes

“Being Open to Dumb Luck”

Award Presentation:Student Member of the Year

Entertainment:Culture Shock - a non-profit 501(c)(3) hip-hop dance troupe dedicated tocutting-edge entertainment, dance education and outreach to diverse communities

Alternative Education Demonstration by the Hubbard Street Dance Company

8:30 AM - 9:55 AM General Session & Awards Presentation

Speakers:Richard Aaron, CMP, CSEPPresident of BizBash Media “Breakthrough Concepts:

Changing the World

of Events for 2010”

Torey MalatiaPresident & CEO ofChicago Public Radio“Driving off the Beaten Path:

Ways to Keep Innovation

from Missing the Off Ramp”

Kathryn HumphreysHubbard Street Dance Studio“Standing on Chairs: Finding

Creativity in the Everyday”

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Agenda At-A-Glance

2:50 PM - 3:10 PM Networking Break

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Networking Reception & Award Winner Highlights

Entertainment:Rodney Brown & Hotrod

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Lunch and Awards Presentation

Awards Presentation:Hall of Fame - OrganizationKathy Osterman Industry AwardPresident’s Awards

Entertainment:Million Dollar Quartet

Awards Presentation:Eleanor H. Woods Supplier Member of the YearPlanner Member of the Year

Entertainment:Performance by Kid-A, a tribute to one of the greatest bands of the modern era, RadioheadImprov Game led by the iO experts

1:30 PM - 2:50 PM General Session & Awards Presentation

Speakers:David CaustonGeneral Manager,McCormick Place“The Changing Business

Model at McCormick Place”

Bruce MacMillan, CAMPI President & CEO“Thinking Outside

the Room”

Charna HalpernFounder of iO“The Power of “Yes, And”;

Getting the Most out of

Groups by Learning

to Listen”

Entertainment:Young Chicago Authors Poetry Jam

3:10 PM - 4:30 PM General Session

Speakers:Gerald HamanFounder of Solution People“Formulate-to-Innovate:

Solutionman’s 8 Great Ideas for

Designing Meetings, Events &

Experiences that Produce ROI

(Return On Innovation)“

Dr. Leeann AlonsoConservation International“Into the Wild: Exposing

Nature’s Secrets”

Nancy SpearsAuthor - Buddha: 9-5“Open Your Eyes

and LEAP!”

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Speaker Descriptions and BiographiesRichard Aaron, CMP, CSEP - President of BizBash Mediawww.bizbash.com

Breakthrough Concepts: Changing the World of Events for 2010

Do you seek fresh direction each year to stimulate new excitement for your events or meetings? Then plan to attend this not to be missed session to hear the latest big trends that will influence meeting and event design for 2010! Join Richard Aaron, President of BizBash NYC, as he delivers new insights into these latest forces in cultural engagement that will be shaping your

creative strategies for meetings and events in 2010. Richard will also spice up this session with the latest BizBash discoveries in design, lighting, and themes to help you create the most memorable event experiences. Discover the top thought leadership trends concepts in a session which separate the fads and trends for planners. Mr. Aaron is called, “The King of Edu-tainment” as he delivers this session in a fast-paced, high-energy that is guaranteed to energize and inspire you as well as increase your event IQ in 2010.

Biography

Former Broadway actor Richard Aaron has been hailed as a pioneer in creating the modern event profession and has been honored by numerous organizations as one of the most respected event professionals in the country. As president of BizBash Media, Aaron is responsible for numerous annual events. Before joining BizBash, Aaron was president of the meeting and events division of Mallory Factor Inc. where he produced thousands of innovative events nationwide for Fortune 100 corporations and associations.

Torey Malatia - President & CEO of Chicago Public Radiowww.chicagopublicradio.org • www.vocalo.orgwww.thislife.org • www.soundopinions.org

Driving off the Beaten Path: Ways to Keep Innovation from Missing the Off Ramp

Torey Malatia will discuss some of the hard realities of the romanticized concept of product and systems innovation—and what it takes to be sure that it defies the gravitational pull of the status quo. When an organization strikes out to innovate, staff acts as though they have

finally been given the chance to set things right. The entire organization is energized by the goal of discarding the old and creating a better, brilliant new day for the company. Soon, self-congratulation fills the air like a persistent cheer. And then, when the new idea is introduced to an eager public, the sober realization dawns that the “innovation” is almost identical to the product it was supposed to replace. Creating something really new is not recreational—it is a process that involves, discipline, determination, and the discomfort of failure, demolishment, and starting again. Malatia will discuss ideas for structuring successful innovation processes that have the best chances of advancing an organization.

Biography

Torey Malatia joined the staff of Chicago Public Radio in July 1993 as vice president of programming, was soon appointed station manager and now its CEO. In 1995, he co-founded, with Ira Glass, This American Life, a weekly radio series for which Glass and Malatia jointly received several George Foster Peabody Awards and two Emmys in 2008 for its TV show. Under Torey’s leadership, Chicago Public Radio has developed its most significant initiatives and programs including Vocalo.org, Sound Opinions, and Wait, Wait. . . Don’t Tell Me!, a co-production with National Public Radio in Washington, D.C. He has also created numerous award-winning local programs including Odyssey and Eight Forty-Eight.

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Speaker Descriptions and BiographiesKathryn Humphreys - Hubbard Street Dance Studiowww.hubbardstreetdance.com

Standing on Chairs: Finding Creativity in the Everyday

Teaching dance in a wide variety of settings to students of all abilities requires a new way of thinking about the art form and the places we find inspiration. This session will serve as a brief introduction to exploring creativity and finding new ways to move through environments. Participants will encounter Humphreys’ creative process curriculum and learn how it is utilized,

both with students and teachers, to create meaningful learning experiences.

Biography

As the Education Director for Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Kathryn Humphreys develops and implements dance education initiatives designed to improve teacher and teaching artist practice and collaboration to affect whole school change and further the field’s understanding of the role of dance in public education. With more than a decade of experience in arts education, her work supports local and national groups as they work to understand and implement dance education in the public schools utilizing the model developed by Humphreys at HSDC. She holds an MA in Dance from Texas Woman’s University and a BA in English Literature from the University of Arkansas.

Matt Dollinger - @[email protected] Blog: www.theyoufactor.com

Creating a Social Media Strategy

The topic of Social Media and Social Networking has not only been a consistent hot button in the current news world but has also evolved from “a what to a why to a how” part of business today. With more and more businesses (and consumers) moving their marketing and advertising

dollars online and into the “social” web – what and where is the best place to start? Based on implementable and analytical findings we will explore the mentality of the modern-day online consumer, what companies are doing effectively on the social web, and how to develop a metrics based campaign to engage your online audience.

Biography

Matt Dollinger is a Performance Coach/Solutions Engineer with @properties, the marketshare leading residential real estate company in Chicago, Illinois. An environmental engineer, Matt feels that these process oriented methods have enabled him to bridge the gap between technology and business. He is a regular contributor to numerous online blogs and publications, has spoken on both the local and national level on subjects such as social media, customer relations, and company humanization. His blog, The You Factor, is his outlet for ideas, opinions, and insight on many different industries.

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Speaker Descriptions and BiographiesConnie Lindsey -Executive Vice President of The Northern Trust Company; President of Girl Scouts of Americawww.northerntrust.com

Giving to Get: Leadership Through Social Responsibility

This presentation will focus on the methodology for strategic engagement and the societal and economic impact of meaningful environmental, social and governance programs. The practice

creates measurable growth and value for stakeholders leading to the promise of a more enlightened approach to improved overall conditions in society.

Biography

On September 1, 2009, Ms. Lindsey was named Head of Corporate Social Responsibility. Prior to this appointment, Ms. Lindsey led the client servicing teams in the Public Entities and Institutions segment in C&IS. Over the course of her 16-year Northern Trust career, she has held a number of leadership roles including Deputy Business Head-Operations and Technology, Group Head in Northern’s Personal Financial Services business, Director-Enterprise Relationship Management, and Manager-Treasury Management Consulting and Product Management. Prior to joining Northern Trust, Ms. Lindsey worked at Ameritech Corporation where she held various positions in finance and accounting.

Avraham Mor - Lightswitch Architecturalwww.architecture.lightswitch.net Blog: avisblog.architecture.lightswitch.net

Lighting - Can’t see without it, everyone says they design it

Owners, architects, meeting planners, event planners, home owners, and restaurateurs think of lighting as a commodity. Lighting is what sets the mood, draws attention, and provides direction. It’s one of the most costly items on your electric bill but is required to see anything in

a building. Lighting is either a key element of design, or something lurking in the shadows. Through the use of images and examples this presentation will discuss the issue of lighting in spaces, costs, and the future dealing with LEDs and energy issues.

Biography

Avraham “Avi” Mor, IALD, LEED AP, Partner, Lightswitch Architectural, is a respected lighting designer with diverse experience. His work spans commercial, hospitality, educational, and residential projects. Key design credits include Dyson USA; Ancient Americas at The Field Museum; The Shedd Aquarium and The Wit Hotel. Avi’s deep understanding of advanced lighting technology has been recognized by the U. S. Department of Energy, where he serves as a committee member and forum reviewer for The Next Generation Lighting Industry Alliance. Avi frequently offers his insights and expertise as a speaker on the future of Solid State Lighting (SSL) and luminaire technology. Avi received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Architectural and Theatrical Lighting design from the University of Kansas in Lawrence.

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Speaker Descriptions and BiographiesMike Walsh - AuthorBowling Across America: 50 States in Rented Shoeswww.BowlingAcrossAmerica.com

Being Open to Dumb Luck

Drawing on his experience as a travel writer and agency account director, Mike Walsh will take the audience on a spin through a world view where the phrase, “Sure, I’ll try that” opens doors never imagined. Where journey is destination, reality is perception, and where the sweet old

lady behind the bar has a mouth like a sailor. Where being open to possibilities and pursuing them with relentless passion can help you reach goals you may not even know you have.

Biography

Mike Walsh is the author of Bowling Across America: 50 States in Rented Shoes, a travel memoir that captures America as seen through the smoke-filtered lens of its bowling alleys. A tale of perseverance against small odds, the book captures the hearts and minds of people everywhere who have ever thought about risking it all to follow a dream. Walsh’s career outside of writing has been a balanced mix of providing high-level strategic communications consulting for Fortune 100 companies, and driving the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile to hot spots across the Great Plains. He resides in Chicago.

David Causton - General Manager of McCormick Placewww.McCormickPlace.com

The Changing Business Model at McCormick Place

Briefing to MPI members on the current progress in changing the business model at McCormick Place.

Biography

David Causton is a 25 year veteran of the convention and tradeshow industry. Currently serving as General Manager of McCormick Place in Chicago, he is responsible for the overall management of the nation’s largest convention center. Mr. Causton’s introduction to the convention industry began in the early 1980’s when he managed a consumer event for the City of Baltimore for three years. After two years he was promoted to Director of Sales and Services for the Baltimore Convention Center. In 1994, Causton moved to Chicago to open and oversee a new midsize convention facility being built as part of the redevelopment of Navy Pier.

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Speaker Descriptions and BiographiesBruce MacMillan, CA - President &CEO of Meeting Professionals Internationalwww.mpiweb.org Thinking Outside the Room

The industry is changing forever but is the way we think about our roles as meeting and event professionals? Technology, a recovering economy and performance accountability are driving a new perspective requiring us to think outside the room. Find out what this means to your

success in our changing industry as Bruce shares data from FutureWatch and business leaders everywhere.

Biography

He was appointed President and CEO of Meeting Professionals International in December 2006. MacMillan joins MPI from Tourism Toronto, the Toronto Convention and Visitors Association, where he served as president and chief executive officer since January 2003. With a background in corporate and association management, Bruce is a proven change agent with the strategic business skills, international experience and industry knowledge necessary to drive the development of an organizational structure and business model that will take MPI, its members and chapters to new levels of success.

Charna Halpern - Founder of iOchicago.ioimprov.com

The Power of “Yes, And”; Getting the Most Out of Groups by Learning to Listen

How do groups become powerful ensembles and not just a bunch of individuals? How do you turn every idea into a great one? How do you inspire every person in your business to become a motivated genius? Comedy guru Charna Halpern has learned how to do all of those things as she’s redefined the art of long form improvisation and created a thriving business at the iO

Theater. Come learn her secrets and redefine the way you think about making ideas great and employees thrive.

Biography

Charna Halpern has been teaching people how to work together for more than 28 years. Her world-famous iO theaters in Chicago and Los Angeles are the meccas for improvisation, and act as a “recruiting” stop for television shows like “Saturday Night Live,” “The Colbert Report” and many more. Specializing in creating a “group mind,” Charna shares her techniques and secrets in order to give businesses the edge they need to compete in the corporate world. She has worked with Fortune 500 companies, the American Embassy, the CERN particle physics laboratory, and countless businesses that have learned to consistently create genius.

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Speaker Descriptions and BiographiesGerald Haman - Founder of SolutionPeoplewww.InnovationTrainingWorkshops.com www.SolutionPeople.com

Formulate-to-Innovate: Solutionman’s 8 Great Ideas for Designing Meetings,Events & Experiences that Produce ROI (Return On Innovation)

If you always think what you always thought, you’ll always get what you always got. It’s time to think of new models, better methods and different tools for designing experiential meetings

that yield more ROI. Don’t expect another boring “talking head” – Solutionman will get you out of your seats and into the heads of innovative people. Discover radical ideas that facilitate communication, collaboration, and innovation. Learn to turn traditional meetings into “Questionated” experiences that engage audiences to generate innovative ideas. Find out secrets from The Thinkubator® and how Solutionman helped audiences generate millions of ideas valued at billions of dollars.

Biography

Gerald “Solutionman” Haman is founder of SolutionPeople®, developer of the Chicago Thinkubator®, adjunct professor of innovation at Northwestern University. He is recognized by clients as “Solutionman” because of his ability to quickly help people develop breakthrough solutions. Formerly with Procter & Gamble and Arthur Andersen, he is the award-winning inventor of the KnowBrainer innovation tool that has proven to increase creativity by over 500%. He also created the world’s first innovative thinking programs for the iPods (the PodBrainer), the FlashBrainer and Innovation Activator software programs.

Dr. Leeanne Alonso - Conservation Internationalwww.conservation.org

Into the Wild: Exposing Nature’s Secrets

Conservation International’s Rapid Assessment Program (RAP) is a leader in the exploration of remote areas of the world. RAP scientists have discovered hundreds of new plant and animal species and provide key biological data to guide conservation. All these species are at risk from increasing degradation of their habitats and global climate change. Our own actions contribute

to both of these threats through our purchasing choices and resource use. Leeanne will introduce us to some of the most interesting creatures she has encountered and give us tips on how we can help protect the environment for these species and for ourselves.

Biography

Dr. Leeanne Alonso is a Vice-President at Conservation International, an international environmental non-profit organization. Leeanne oversees the Rapid Assessment Program (RAP), an innovative program that employs teams of expert scientists to rapidly collect biological information in unexplored tropical areas. Leeanne received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Arts and a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology from the University of Texas at Austin, and a Doctorate in Biology from Harvard University, working with Dr. E.O. Wilson. Leeanne’s research focuses on tropical ecology and conservation, with a particular emphasis on ants.

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Speaker Descriptions and BiographiesNancy Spears - AuthorBuddha: 9 to 5www.genConnect.comwww.NancySpearsinc.com

Open Your Eyes and LEAP!

Authentic and effective communication involves finding the sweet spot of communication that connects us to others. Today, that connection can happen face to face, over the phone,

online through email or even in social networking. Regardless of the form of communication, the formula for experiencing a genuine and ultimately successful exchange is to LEAP: Listen, Explore, Appreciate and Present. Nancy will share a 2,500 year old tradition for communicating that is more helpful than ever in today’s pressured business world, as well as share tips for how to effectively share and communicate online through the power of social networking.

Biography

Nancy Spears is the CEO of genConnect, a social networking website designed to connect users to mentors in three primary areas of life: career, health and love. Previously, Nancy was the founder and CEO of a national marketing and production agency providing strategic marketing communications counsel and services to fortune 100 companies who value quality of thinking, execution and service. Her wide-ranging experience includes marketing, strategic planning, branding, meeting and event design and production, collateral design, audio/video production, speech writing and promotions for numerous Fortune 500 companies.

In 2008, Nancy published Buddha: 9 to 5, The Eightfold Path to Enlightening Your Workplace and Improve Your Bottom

Line. The book offers profound ways to integrate values based leadership into corporate America and shares timeless communication tips.

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ModeratorsGeneral Session Moderator

Brian Burkhart – President and Chief Story Teller of 7th WAVE Communications www.sevenwave.com

Biography

Brian serves as the President and Chief Storyteller of 7th WAVE Communications, a Burr Ridge, Illinois based creative communications company. Whether it’s launching a new product or

brand at a live event, writing a CEO’s keynote address, or producing custom media, Brian adheres to proven strategies that focus on end results and audience engagement.

Working with clients including McDonald’s, GMAC, ACNielsen, Better Homes & Gardens, Sprint, and more, Brian has helped these giants tell their unique stories, in a multitude of ways, with impact.

A graduate of Indiana University’s Political Science and Communications programs, as well as the University of Chicago Entrepreneurial Program, Brian is most proud of his “Ducktorate” from Disney University. Living in downtown Chicago, Brian and his wife Shawna are continually thankful for all the amazing experiences they’ve enjoyed and the promise of many more.

Awards Luncheon Moderator

Jeff Rogers – President of ZAP Creative Inc.www.zapcreativeinc.com

Biography

Jeff Rogers is a Best Selling Author, Professional Meeting Host, Award Winning Performer and sought after Public Speaker with 20 years experience entertaining corporate and public audiences.

A veteran of The Second City Theater, Jeff performed with Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert and Tina Fey. Jeff is also a critically acclaimed playwright of “Auditions Tonight” and the author of the Amazon Bestseller Office Sportz - The Official Office

Games Handbook.

Jeff started ZAP Creative to deliver on his client’s strategic goals for an event and then making them happen across all media. Jeff is also active on a number of charitable fronts with an ongoing role as the Co-Host for Cure Autism Now/Autism Speaks annual Oscar Party Fundraiser as well as an active sponsor for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

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Awards CategoriesStudent Member of the Year AwardCandidates for this award are MPI-CAC student members whose most recent contributions have demonstrated their dedica-tion to the chapter and shows promise as a future leader of MPI-CAC through education and desire to pursue careers in the meeting and hospitality industry.

2008-2009 WinnerSvetlana Kramarova

Tomorrow’s Leader AwardThis award recognizes MPI-CAC members whose most recent contributions have demonstrated their dedication to our chapter. These members show promise as future leaders of our chapter through commitment, enthusiasm, and ability to lead others.

2008-2009 WinnersCourtney M. Anderson, CMP - Summit Executive CentrePamela Patsavas, CSEP - FreemanAlison Ray, CMP - Metropolitan Meeting & Event GroupErin Stahowiak - McDonald’s CorporationJeffrey Urban, CMP - Independent

Chapter Leader of the Year AwardThis award recognizes a chapter member who has contributed significantly to MPI-CAC in the current fiscal year. Nominees’ contributions may include motivating other volunteers, recruiting/retaining members, creating new initiatives or acting as a catalyst to bring about exceptional results in the chapter.

2008-2009 WinnerCherai M. Lewis - Projection Presentation Technology

Planner Member of the Year AwardThis award recognizes a planner member who has made significant contributions to the meetings industry and is an exem-plary representative of the profession. Note: Current MPI-CAC Board members are not eligible for this award.

2008-2009 WinnerBarbara Thavis, CMP - Select Meeting Sites, Inc.

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Awards CategoriesEleanor H. Woods Supplier of the Year AwardThis award recognizes a supplier member who has made significant contributions to the meetings industry and is an exem-plary representative of the profession. Note: Current MPI-CAC Board members are not eligible for this award.

2008-2009 WinnerLisa L. Meredith, CMP - Chicago Convention and Tourism Bureau

Hall of Fame Award – OrganizationThe MPI-CAC Hall of Fame is comprised of esteemed members who and organizations that have made significant contribu-tions to the awareness, professionalism and growth of the meeting industry. These members and organizations have served in a leadership capacity and given time and/or resources to MPI either locally or internationally.

2008-2009 WinnerMexico Tourism Board, Teresa Matamoros, CMP

Kathy Osterman Industry AwardKathy Osterman was a dynamic public servant known for incredible events that brought diverse groups together and raised awareness of community issues making Chicago a great community. This award recognizes a seasoned professional who has brought a heartfelt passion to the meeting industry. The person has contributed to the public’s awareness of our profession and/or chapter. Note: Winners are not required to be members of MPI.

2008-2009 WinnerCarol E. Kuc, CMP, Complete Conference Coordinators, Inc.

President’s AwardThe MPI-CAC President selects recipients of a special recognition award aptly named, the President’s Award.

2008-2009 WinnersJoyce Paschall, CAE, CMP - American College of Occupational & Environmental MedicineBeth Whitman Chitnis - Meeting Expectations

*The 2009-2010 Committee of the Year Award will be awarded at the All Committee Day and New Member Luncheon on

Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at The Horseshoe Casino.

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Awards NomineesCongratulations to the following individuals and organizations nominated for a 2009-2010 MPI-CAC Award.

IndividualsBrian Burkhart - 7th WAVE CommunicationsTracy Carlson - BMO Capital MarketsDiane Cole - The Horseshoe Casino HammondHali Cooper, CMP - HelmsbriscoeConor Cunneen - IrishmanSpeaksDanielle M. Czyz - Northern TrustCharles Dreiske, CMP - Hotel OrringtonLoralynne Evans - Event-Garde LLCMary FrielMelissa Garski - US Poker & Casino PartiesChristie Gillespie - The Drake HotelRhonda Grizzard - SmithBucklinZandria Hardmann - Maxvantage MeetingsKyle Hillman, CMP - NASWILJoe Hirsch - PSAV Presentation ServicesBethany Johnson - One Smooth StoneVictoria Johnson, CMP, CMM - Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.Meghan Keelean - American Student Dental AssociationBrad Kenaga - Joliet Junior CollegeKim KutzrockJonanna Leopold - Conference Planning ResourcesSean Lynch - NHSCharlene Martin - Edward Fox Photography, LLCFrances Maxwell - Wynn Las VegasJiwon McCartney - ALLURE Event and Meeting ProductionsLisa Meredith, CMP - Chicago Convention & Tourism BureauEmily Miller - One Smooth StoneCynthia Minarovic - Ovation, Inc.

Bob Moisan - Intelligent Lighting CreationsDenise Mongoven - San Diego Convention CenterJennifer Monti - Stefani Signature EventsKristine Morgan, CMP - APICS-The Association for Operations ManagementDaniel Morris - Meeting & Events USAJane Matteson Mundell, CMP - Association of Legal AdministratorsDiane Murray, CMP - DMM Strategic Meeting & Events ManagementKathleen Nelson - Chicago Is ..., Inc.Kristi NihiserMaureen O’Brien - Celtic Connections LLCLouise Olson, CMP - Zest Events, Inc.Katie Ortiz - NHSCarolyn Paradowski Terry, CMP - CNAGuy Parker, CMP - O’Hare-Midway Limousine ServicePamela Patsavas, CSEP - FreemanPeggy Pissarreck, CMP - American Bar AssociationWill Renken, CMP - Clock Tower Resort & Conference CenterDouglas Sanford - Directions, Inc.Char Shada, CMP - ExperientStephanie Smith - Meeting Trader, Inc.Lee Swanson, CMP - American Bar AssociationJan Tolle MacDonald, CMP, CMM - Travel AlbertaThomas Waldofsky - Meeting Tomorrow Audiovisual

Organizations

Chicago 2016 CommitteeChicago Indoor Racing, LLCThe Drake HotelProductions USA, Inc.Starwood Hotels & Resorts

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Sponsors

Starwood Hotels & ResortsAlan FabrisArea Director of Sales andMarketing - Chicago312-649-6454alan.fabris@starwoodhotels.comwww.starwoodhotels.com*Providing venue and food and beverage

Presenting Sponsors

PSAV Presentation ServicesJoe HirschVice President - Branch [email protected]*Providing audio visual and production

Legacy Sponsors

7th WAVE CommunicationsBrian BurkhartPresident630-323-9100brianb@sevenwave.comwww.sevenwave.com*Providing custom video elements and both creative and content scripting

Platinum Sponsor

SpotmeSheerin FlorioDirector of [email protected] *Providing audience response system

Diamond Sponsor

Edward Fox PhotographyCharlene MartinDirector of Marketing & [email protected]*Providing event photography

Gold Sponsors

ZAP CreativeJeff [email protected] www.zapcreativeinc.com*Providing executive production,creative directionand General Session production management

Mexico Tourism Board Teresa Matamoros, CMPDeputy Director, [email protected]*Financial Contributor to the 2010Leadership Education & Awards Program

Intelligent Lighting Creations, Inc.Bob MoisanVP Sales & Marketing847-982-2070Bob@intelligentlighting.comwww.intelligentlighting.com *Providing General Session lighting

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SponsorsSilver Sponsors

Friends of the Chapter

Overture PromotionsCody SandersonPromotional Branding and Marketing [email protected] www.overturepromotions.com*Providing USB flash drives containing speakerand sponsor materials

Bronze Sponsor

BBJ Boutique LinensLanie HartmanSenior [email protected]*Providing linen

GESMary Liz Davis, CEMNational Sales [email protected] www.ges.com*Providing signage

One Smooth StoneBethany JohnsonProducer630-427-4238bjohnson@onesmoothstone.comwww.onesmoothstone.com*Providing productionmanagement ofAwards Luncheon

PRODUCTIONS USA, Inc.Barbara Lee Cohen, CMPPresident773-296-6200president@productionsusa.comwww.productionsusa.com*Providing musical and talent entertainment including Power Jumper, Undertones, Culture Shock and Rodney Brownand Hotrod

PS AmericaHarry [email protected]*Providing stage managerfor Awards Luncheon

Craig [email protected] *Providing graphic productionand onsite graphic operator

Richard [email protected] *Providing stage managerfor General Session

Shoreline ProductionsPat MongovenPresident312-645-1111pat@shorelineproductions.comwww.shorelineproductions.com*Providing production of opening video

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Power Jumperc/o PRODUCTIONS USA, Inc.Barbara Lee Cohen, [email protected]

Andres Baines - This guy is amazing! Born and raised on the near westside of Chicago in one of the city’s low income

areas, Andres did not have the resources to pursue his passion for tumbling, which he discovered he had at the age of 5. Self-trained and motivated with the will to succeed, Andres has performed acrobatics

professionally now since the age of 12. He is one of the original members of the Chicago Boyz Acrobatic Team founded in 1999. He has had the opportunity to perform for and travel with Ringling Brothers, the Harlem Globetrotters, the Chicago Bulls, as well as many other circuses, TV shows, theme parks and other organizations worldwide. Currently, Andres runs an acro-dunking (a mix of mini trampoline acrobatics and basket ball dunking) team called the Sky Squad that performs all over the Chicagoland area.

Undertonesc/o PRODUCTIONS USA, Inc.Barbara Lee Cohen, CMPPresident773-296-6200president@productionsusa.comwww.nuundertones.com

The Undertones are an award-winning co-ed acappella group from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. Formed in 2001, the Undertones have released two studio albums “Seriously Now” and “enter soUnd,” and are currently recording a third album to be released in May 2010. The Undertones regularly compete in the International Competition of Collegiate A Cappella, this year placing first in their Quarterfinal and receiving awards for best a cappella arrangement in both the Quarterfinal and Semifinal rounds.

Culture Shockc/o PRODUCTIONS USA, Inc.Barbara Lee Cohen, [email protected]

A non-profit 501(c)(3) hip-hop dance troupe dedicated to cutting-edge entertainment, dance education and outreach to diverse communities.

Hubbard Street Dance Kathryn Humphreyskhumphreys@hubbardstreetdance.com312-850-9744www.hubbardstreetdance.com

Learn a new way of thinking about the art form of dance and the places we find inspiration. Explore creativity and find new ways to move through environments.

Reginald [email protected] Reginald R. Robinson is a self taught pianist/composer. His interest in ragtime started in 7th grade while attending

an assembly. In 2004, Reginald received a John D. & Cathering T. MacArthur “Genius Grant” for his innovation in ragtime. Reginald released Man Out of Time in 2006. In 2007 Orbert Davis, head of the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic Orchestra, arranged and conducted “Concerto for a Genious” which consisted of four of Reginald’s original compositions. He has recently

released a 3-disc compilation called Reflections. Between composing, recording, and performing, Reginald is at work on a film documentary about the history and development of ragtime music.

Entertainment (in order of appearance)

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Entertainment

Million Dollar QuartetSuzanne SantosMarketing Director,Allied Live773-935-6100www.milliondollarquartetlive.com

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is the new smash-hit musical inspired by the famed 1956 recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley for the first and only time. Don’t miss your chance to be a fly on the wall of fame at MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET! Now playing at Chicago’s Apollo Theater.

Kid AJohn Mastro [email protected] www.facebook.com/kidatribute www.myspace.com/kidatribute

Kid A is a tribute to one of the greatest bands of our generation - Radiohead. Based in Chicago, IL, Kid A formed in March of 2009, and have since increased their fan base exponentially. Kid A’s intention has been to play Radiohead songs live - just as they play them. Kid A has spared no expense in recreating Radiohead’s blissful music. The result is a complete Radiohead experience, allowing the audience to be swept away, if only for the duration of the show, to an actual Radiohead performance. From their earlier guitar-driven rock all the way through the electronic soundscapes of recent releases, Kid A delivers a mesmerizing show.

iOCharna [email protected]

We provide the secrets that make our ensembles so successful on stage. iO’s improvisational corporate workshops demonstrate through active participation how

the basic concepts of improvisation are applied directly to business situations.

Young Chicago Authors Robbie Q. TelferDirector of Performing [email protected] www.youngchicagoauthors.org

Young Chicago Authors (YCA) encourages self-expression and literacy through creative writing, performance and publication. YCA provides student-centered, artist-led workshops free to youth ages 13-19 in schools and communities. Our process emphasizes artistic development, mentorship, and creating safe spaces where a young person’s life matters. We believe that through their words, young people can promote tolerance and remove barriers to transform their lives and society.

Rodney Brown & Hotrodc/o PRODUCTIONS USA, Inc.Barbara Lee Cohen, [email protected]

Rodney Brown started down his musical path at the age 6, after 7 years of classical piano, and 4 years of percussion in High School he began his love affair with the saxophone. Influenced by legendary

players, he continues to implement the sound of legends into his energetic, intelligent, funky, groovy interpretation of contemporary blues, jazz, and soul.

Rodney’s road career started in 1972. Since that time he’s toured the world with various artists. Now out on his own, he has put together a fabulous collection of uniquely talented, well rounded musicians and has been working all over the country. So let “Rodney Brown & Hotrod” take you on a one of a kind musical journey.

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Leadership Education & Awards Program Committee Members

Vice President of EducationCherai Lewis, Projection Presentation Technology

Director of Leadership Education & Awards Program and DiversityCathy Bordelon, Mayer Brown LLP

Chair Bill Kubiak, CSEP, Freeman

Vice ChairsChristie Gillespie, The Drake HotelBethany Johnson, One Smooth StoneNathan Karsten, Holiday Inn Select Naperville

MembersMegan Archambeault, The Cosmopolitan of Las VegasKim Augustyn, CMPHeather Bailey, Eved ServicesBeth Becker, MicroTekBrian Burkhart, 7th WAVE CommunicationsBarbara Lee Cohen, CMP, CAE, PRODUCTIONS USA, Inc.Danielle Czyz, Northern TrustLeda Del Fiacco, Mandarin Oriental Hotel GroupTobey Geise, CTC - Chicago Travel ConsultantsLanie Hartman, BBJ Boutique LinensAdam Hud, Eaglewood Resort and SpaRick Hud, El Conquistador Resort and SpaBob Moisan, Intelligent Lighting CreationsCarolyn Terry, CMP, CNABarb Thavis, CMP, Select Meeting Sites, Inc.Megan Wienstroer, Food for Thought CateringKelly Williams, Walgreens Co.Marti ZambranoMarty Zitlin, Strategic Creative Communications

Sean Lynch, NHS

Will Renken, CMP, Clock Tower Resort

Joyce Paschall, CAE, CMPAmerican College of Occupational & Environmental Medicine

Tina Chambers, Sol Melia Hotels & Resorts

Karen Emanuelson, CMP, Family Office Exchange

Pat Gondek, CMP, Independent PlannerLanie Hartman, BBJ Boutique LinensLisa Mikita, CMP, CAE, Association of Legal AdministratorsBrian Palmer, CMM, National Speakers BureauSonal Sullivan, CMP, HIMSSAndre Valk, CMP, hinton + grusich

Awards Selection Committee Members

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MPI-CAC Past Presidents2008-09 Laurel Rhoads McCarthy, CMP

2007-08 Joyce Paschall, CAE, CMP

2006-07 Kevin Hinton

2005-06 Bill O’Donnell

2004-05 Sue Tinnish

2003-04 Jim Grillo, CMP

2002-03 Heidi Edinger, CMP

2001-02 Tom Kraft, CMP

2000-01 Lisa Mikita, CMP, CAE

1999-00 Tracy Stein

1998-99 Tony Lorenz, CMM

1997-98 Katie Callahan-Giobbi

1996-97 Terri Carlton, CMP

1995-96 Stephen D’Agostino

1994-95 Lise Puckorius, CMP

1993-94 Brian Hile, CHME, CMP

1992-93 John Potterton, CMP

1991-92 Pamela Bronkema, CMP

1990-91 Brian Palmer, CMM

1989-90 Kathryn Bradford

1988-89 Coleman

1987-88 Bill Grusich, CMP

1986-87 Francine Pepitone, CMM

1985-86 Kay Granath, CMP, CAE

1984-85 Mary Sue Lyon

1983-84 Jeff Kuroski

1982-83 Francis Rebedeau

1981-82 Pat Kosch Hall

1980-81 Jerry Francis, CMP

1979-80 Bernard Jerding

1978-79 Howard Lawrence

1977-78 Willard Thompson

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2009-2010 Board of DirectorsPresidentChrissy Ward, CAESociety of Gynecologic Oncologists (SGO)

President-ElectAlisa Peters, CMP, CMMChicago Indoor Racing

VP – CommunicationsChar Shada, CMPExperient

VP – EducationCherai LewisProjection Presentation Technology

VP – FinanceBill FeldgreberEskape Entertainment

VP – Leadership DevelopmentSean LynchNHS

VP – MembershipMargie McCartneyPRA Destination Management, Inc.

Immediate Past PresidentLaurel Rhoads McCarthy, CMPKrisam Group

Director of Educational Programsand CMP Study GroupKatherine Horky, CMPAccenture

Director of Holiday and GolfMary Friel

Director of Leadership Developmentand Awards SelectionWilliam Renken, CMPClock Tower Resort

Director of Leadership Education& Awards Program and DiversityCathy BordelonMayer Brown LLP

Director of Marketing and Public RelationsDahlia El Gazzar, CMPonPeak

Director of Membership and RegistrationGayle Bonforte, CMPBaker & McKenzie Global Services LLC Director of PublicationsPamela Formento

Director of Special EventsFrances MaxwellWynn Resorts Las Vegas

Director of SponsorshipJoseph HirschPSAV Presentation Services

Director of Strategic AlliancesMaureen LarsonLettuce Entertain You Enterprises

MPI-CAC HeadquartersBeth Chitnis - Executive DirectorGabrielle Nicolini - Association Manager

Meeting Professionals International (MPI), the meeting and event industry’s largest and mostvibrant global community, helps our members thrive by providing human connections to knowledge

and ideas, relationships, and marketplaces. MPI membership is comprised of more than 24,000 members belonging to 71 chapters and clubs worldwide. Over 1,250 members strong, the Chicago

Area Chapter is the largest chapter in MPI. In addition to its distinction in terms of membershipsize, dedication and involvement, the chapter is also one of the founding chapters and rich

with industry history. For additional information, visit www.mpicac.org.

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