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 Austin September 14th 2010 Chapter Meeting from 5:00-7:00pm
With Thom Singer, Business Development Consultant / Author / Speaker
...See What You May Have Missed
Read about John Dickson's talk “Shields Up – Protect Yourself, Your Company and Your Family When You Do Business on the Internet” from the August 17th chapter meeting at The University of Texas Club. hosted by the Waco CVB. Jeff Rasco recaps an entertaining, but scary talk.
 A Message From Your 2010-11 Chapter President
Susan Greenberg, CMP, CASE
The Power of People
Partnerships and Strategic Alliances are some of our greatest keys to success. As technology advances, we could go the balance of our lives never interacting with another human. There are some days we probably all think this may be a good idea.
Yet each and every one of us chooses the meeting, event and hospitality business as our career. Our livelihood is made from daily “people” interactions. Technology supports our experiences but we have all learned nothing replaces Face to Face connections.
Diversity is our greatest strength. We need to appreciate not only what our diverse membership offers each of us but to expand our horizons to our fellow Industry Partners and friends. Create strategic alliances to strengthen our professionalism and give us all the tools to be the best we can be and cherish wonderful friends to share those experiences.
On that note, we need to remember to respect and appreciate each person we encounter. No one knows where you have been or the anguish you carry without walking in your shoes. I challenge each of you to make a POSITIVE IMPACT in every connection you encounter. Leave that person walking away with a smile on their face because you were able to bring out the best in them.
Go back to our calendar: http://mpithcc.org/home/ See all the amazing events to connect, recharge and educate you!
Take pride that our Board, has made a POSITIVE IMPACT creating ONE industry calendar; sort as you see fit to address your personal needs.
Let us share your personal POSITIVE IMPACT experiences. Please send to president@mpithcc.com
A few MPI Highlights:
September 14th 2010 Chapter Meeting
Tap Into Your Meetings and Sales IV
Integrated Visibility to the Rescue
MPI - THCC's TEXAS EDUCATION CONFERENCE 2010
Thursday / Friday November 4th & 5th, 2010
At Austin Lakeway Resort & Spa Hotel
101 Lakeway Drive, Austin
The 2011 Southwest Showcase will be held
Thursday, January 27 at the Austin Convention Center
Planning Your Budget For Next Year?
Don't forget MPI-THCC Sponsorship!
There's no better way to get your name in front of your customers than supporting your chapter, and we have several sponsorship opportunities available for the rest of 2010 and into 2011. Spots are still open for the Texas Education Conference (TEC) in November - download the sponsor form here. And consider supporting MPI-THCC through sponsorship of a chapter meeting or NoonTime Network event. Download that form here. Contact Ellen Forsythe, chapter Director of Strategic Alliances today!
2010 MPI THCC Awards Banquet & Gala.
A good time was had by all. If you would like a quick review of the photos to see just a few of the happenings click here.
Our 2009-10 Chapter Awardees (drum roll, please...)
President's Award - Debra Gassoway
Planner of the Year - Cindy Lo
Supplier of the Year - Dana Williams, CMP
Unsung Hero - Jeff Rasco, CMP
Chapter Committee of the Year - TEC
Committee Chair of the Year - Donna Harbers, CMP / Missy Seward, CMP
Silver Platter Award - Embassy Suites - San Marcos
Rising/Guiding Stars - Paulina Van Eeden
Hall of Fame/Honor Award - Omni Hotels of Texas
Fall 2010 Scholarships are Coming Soon!
One of the benefits to our hard-working members of the Texas Hill Country Chapter awards is the opportunity to apply for scholarships twice a year. Scholarship applications can be submitted in the Spring and in the Fall.
These scholarships offer reimbursement of funds towards their choice of one of the following:
• MPI's World Education Conference
• MPI Membership Dues Renewal
• Economic Hardship Assistance
• CMP Recertification
We will soon be announcing the recipients of the MPI-THCC 2010 Spring Scholarships. Watch this space to find out the lucky members!
We have awarded over $5,000 this year and thank you for your support!
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Enjoy a few snaps from last year's
Texas Education Conference
in Fort Worth... 
To view all the photos from the TEC and other past chapter events, visit our Picasa Web site and our gallery page
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Click here for the MPI THCC 2010-11 Educational Year Calendar, or view the calendar in the left margin.
Dawn Rusmussen, CMP packs 'em in at the August 3 chapter meeting in San Antonio. Thanks to the Westin La Cantera for a great lunch, and to Dawn for her excellent career advice.
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Your MPI THCC 2010-2011 Board of Directors
Each of these highly-qualified individuals brings a broad wealth of knowledge and experience to the chapter. We applaud them all for their willingness to serve and look forward to serving with them as they lead and shape the Texas Hill Country Chapter. The 2010-2011 Board of Directors took office on July 1, 2010.
Support MPI-THCC Through Partnership
THCC has revamped and upgraded our Partnership Sponsorship opportunities. It has never been simpler or more rewarding to get your message in front of our dynamic membership. Click here to learn all about it.
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