(San Francisco, CA) --- The Northern California Chapter, Meeting Professionals International (NCCMPI) announces their calendar of events for the first half of 2003. (Note: both members and non-members are welcome to attend these events). Registration for these events is available via NCCMPI's events page at www.nccmpi.org.
SIGNATURE EVENTS
15TH ANNUAL TRADE SHOW
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12
SANTA CLARA CONVENTION CENTER
As NCCMPI's ultimate networking event, exhibitors and attendees, will not want to miss this Chinese New Year celebration. This is the ideal opportunity for meeting professionals to expand industry contacts, exchange ideas with peers and find out about the latest meeting venues, products, services and technology.
COMMUNITY HEART, HAND & HOPE - THE TASTES, SOUNDS AND SPIRITS OF SAN FRANCISCO
TUESDAY, MARCH 11
GOLDEN GATE CLUB, PRESIDIO OF SAN FRANCISCO
NCCMPI's Outreach Committee is proud to present its signature
fundraising event, an evening reception showcasing some of the Bay
Area's finest restaurants, caterers, wineries and entertainment. The
money raised from this event will go to this year's designated
charities, namely Project Open Hand and Sunburst Projects.
WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP INITIATIVE
FRIDAY, MAY 9
SOFITEL SAN FRANCISCO BAY, REDWOOD CITY
The Women's Leadership Initiative (WLI) is an enriching event
designed for attendees to gain essential leadership and professional
skills. The WLI will consist of leadership workshops in the morning,
followed by lunch and a keynote speaker.
11TH ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC
FRIDAY, MAY 16
CRYSTAL SPRINGS GOLF COURSE, BURLINGAME
This 18-hole shotgun tournament will provide meeting professionals with an opportunity to mingle with other industry leaders while participating in a friendly competition for some great prizes.
ANNUAL GALA & SILENT AUCTION
THURSDAY, JUNE 12
PALACE HOTEL, SAN FRANCISCO
This 1920s-1940s Black Tie gala is All about YOU. Under a stained glass dome and amongst shimmering chandeliers, NCCMPI will celebrate the year's achievements, rekindle industry friendships, and pave the way for new ones.
ADDITIONAL NCCMPI PROGRAMS
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION PROGRAM
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26
CLAREMONT HOTEL, BERKELEY
Master risk management techniques and understand liability issues
with speaker, Barbara Dunn.
PROFESSIONAL BREAKFAST PROGRAM
TUESDAY, APRIL 8
INN MARIN, NOVATO
This is another chance to share best practices with peers,
address key business issues and brainstorm solutions. Meet and
network with other NCCMPI members and discover resources and how to
access them. Topics will address advanced meeting management issues,
career development and relationship building. Topics are geared
toward entry-level, intermediate and seasoned meeting planners, as
well as for suppliers.
BROWN BAG FORUM
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23
CROWNE PLAZA CABANA, PALO ALTO; CAMPTON PLACE, SAN FRANCISCO; HOTEL PACIFIC, MONTEREY
Connect with other industry professionals and exchange valuable ideas and insights during this one-hour lunch discussion.
Northern California Chapter, Meeting Professionals International (NCCMPI)
is made up of approximately 1,000 members, including meeting planners and suppliers.
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