The LGBT Meeting Professionals Association

Great news, you're invited to the LGBT MPA IMEX24 Networking Reception at The Velvet Lounge at the Luxor Las Vegas! You don't want to miss our biggest event of the year. Register now to join us on Tuesday, October 8! 🔗 https://buff.ly/3Xaewrt A Special Thank You to our Event Partners: 🌈 Visit Atlantic City 🌈 Visit Charlotte 🌈 MGM Resorts #LGBTMPA #IMEX #IMEXamerica #meetingprofs #eventsindustry #LGBTQIA2+

Have you met Ted? Ted Bradpiece currently serves as the LGBT MPA Secretary/Treasurer. Ted is the President and Owner of Explorer Travel Services and has been in the Events Industry for 20 years. "I am on the LGBT MPA Board to help move the organization forward and come out as the preeminent source for the community." "We need to be having the tough conversations, like do you boycott or work with local organizations to make your point? LGBT MPA is coming into our own as the organization that truly cares about the community." Fun Fact! I love to travel....every opportunity I get, but especially to Japan and Israel.

Registration is open for the LGBT MPA IMEX24 Networking Reception! Attend our biggest event of the year this October in Las Vegas. ❤️ 🧡 💛 💚 💙 💜 🤎 🖤 Register now! 🔗 https://buff.ly/3Xaewrt #LGBTMPA #IMEX2024 #IMEXamerica #meetingprofs #lasvegas #LGBTQIA2+

We're learning more about our leaders! Derrick Johnson currently serves as the Immediate Past Chair. Derrick is the Director of Event Experience (Event Programming) at SHRM and has been in the Events Industry for 20+ years. "I care about uplifting marginalized voices and creating a world where all are included." "What makes us unique and different because that drives understanding and acceptance. I am excited about the future of LGBT MPA because I'm seeing the organization invest in its members more by providing more opportunities for connection, education, and idea exchange." Fun Fact! I'm also a DJ!

Thank you to everyone who attended the LGBT MPA Networking Reception this week at Oggie's! We had a great time at Connect in Milwaukee and we hope you did too! 😊 ❤️ 🏳️🌈

Two days til we CONNECT! Register now to attend the LGBT Meeting Professionals Association at our Connect Marketplace Networking Reception. We are thrilled to host you at Oggie's Kitchen & Bar in the Hotel Metro Milwaukee. See you soon! 🔗 https://buff.ly/3WBDlNW #LGBTMPA #meetingprofs #eventsindustry #ConnectMarketplace #Connect2024

Get to know the LGBT MPA Board of Directors! Let's meet our first Spotlight: Chair, Kyle Jordan, CAE, CEM-AP, CMP, DES, CMM Kyle is currently the Director of Meetings at INFORMS and has been in the Events Industry for 13 years. "I’m on the LGBT MPA Board because I love creating intentional connections within our professional community. My passion for advocacy inspires me to support and uplift the LGBTQIA2+ community through meaningful engagement and initiatives." "I think an important conversation that all meeting professionals should participate in is how to create more inclusive and accessible events. By sharing ideas and strategies, we can ensure that every attendee feels welcomed and valued. This dialogue is essential for fostering a more diverse and equitable industry. I am excited about the future of LGBT MPA and the opportunities to build stronger connections within our community. I look forward to focusing on advocacy and education, implementing our new strategic plan to create more inclusive and supportive environments for all our members." Fun Fact! I spent 8 years as an on-skates roller derby official! Stay tuned for more Member Spotlights to come and get involved at www.thelgbtmpa.org.

Can you believe Connect Marketplace is next week? Register now for the LGBT MPA Networking Reception on Wednesday, August 28th from 5:30 - 7:30pm CT. 🏳️🌈 🤝 💼 🥂 🔗: https://buff.ly/3WBDlNW #LGBTMPA #meetingprofs #eventsindustry #ConnectMarketplace #Connect2024

We have a few spots left! Apply to be a Hosted Buyer with LGBT MPA by Friday, August 23rd. We are excited to host you in Las Vegas! Reach out to info@thelgbtmpa.org for our invitation code and instructions. #LGBTMPA #IMEX #IMEXamerica #meetingprofs #eventsindustry

We're missing our @visit_dallas family already! During our retreat, we had the incredible opportunity to hear from Congressional Candidate Julie Johnson about her groundbreaking work and future as the first openly gay member of Congress from the Southern United States. If elected, she will also be the first woman to ever represent district 32. Learn more about Julie: https://buff.ly/46xDBRH Thank you again to the amazing team at Visit Dallas! #LGBTMPA #meetingprofs #eventsindustry #LGBTQIA2+ #visitdallas #representationmatters