Video Credits - Location: Georgia Aquarium and Sovereign Buckhead. Production: EventStreams.

MeetDifferent 2009 (MPI) in Atlanta - February 7-10, 2009
    The February 2009 MeetDifferent convention, formally known as Professional Education Conference, will host meetings at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. Attendees of the MeetDifferent convention will gather for a series of educational meetings to discuss innovative ideas with one another to help increase professional success.

    Meeting Attendees will enjoy Atlanta and all it has to offer, while gaining valuable knowledge and experience. Members are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking as they discuss groundbreaking concepts and ideas which can later be applied to personal business ventures and work places. Below you will find a list of sample sessions that will be held at the MeetDifferent conference.

While in Atlanta
    There are plenty of Atlanta accommodations to fit every need and budget range. For housing, there are special offers from Atlanta Marriott Marquis, Westin Peachtree Plaza, Hyatt Regency Atlanta and Sheraton Atlanta Hotel. To see a complete housing list, click here.

    From the world famous Georgia Aquarium to the New World of Coca-Cola, to the Jimmy Carter Library and Museum, there is something entertaining for everyone in Atlanta. Enjoy Imagine It! The Children's Museum of Atlanta, Fernbank Museum of Natural History or take the Inside CNN Atlanta Tour. There's so much to see and do in Atlanta for the entire family.

    Atlanta's shopping is the best in the southeast. Buckhead shopping is legendary, with Phipps Plaza and Lenox Square offering a multitude of upscale, luxury shopping options. In Midtown, Atlantic Station features great shopping and events, while Little Five Points and Virginia-Highland boast the best of boutique and eclectic shops.

    Dining in Atlanta is an experience all its own. From Downtown, to Midtown to Buckhead, great food and famous faces are all part of the experience. Atlanta dining features the diversity you expect from a big city, with the southern hospitality for a truly enjoyable experience.

About MPI
    Meeting Professionals International (MPI), is the meetings and events industry's leading global community, helping members prosper by creating a bridge to knowledge and ideas, relationships, and marketplaces. Growing every day, MPI membership currently is comprised of more than 24,000 members belonging to 69 chapters and clubs worldwide.

GAMPI Member Reception February 10 from 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    MPI members can enjoy a rockin' reception at the Atlanta Hard Rock Café. Wrap up the conference with great food and entertainment. Don't forget that Atlanta is home to some great restaurants that will appeal to all of your dining pleasures. To make your selection, simply have a look at our dining section.

Sessions at MeetDifferent 2009,

Senior-Level Attendees
    This sample list of sessions is designed in accordance with your level of knowledge. These are but three of eleven meetings that are being offered for Senior-Level Attendees.

       Gen Y @ Work:
             How to Retain and Motivate Gen Y Employees and Save Money
             Feb 8th 4:15pm to 5:30pm


       This Isn't Your Daddy's Downturn:
             Insider's Look into the Economic Status of Our Industry
             Feb 9th 9:00am to 10:00am


       Tool Time:
             Retooling for a Transformed Marketplace
             Feb 10th 10:45am to 11:45am


Supplier
    After the Expo has finished, your supplier ROI value carries on. Below is an example of two out of fourteen meetings that are being offered for Suppliers.

       Harness the Power:
             Supplier Partnerships in a Strategic Meetings Management Program
             Feb 9th 3:30 to 4:30

       Why Fly?:
             How Virtual Worlds are Killing Distance in the Workplace and
             Eliminating the Need to Fly to Meetings
             Feb 8th 4:15pm to 5:30pm

Students
    This is the place to explore and learn all about this new professional adventure in your life. Below is an example of two out of ten meetings that are being offered for students.

       Your MPI:
             Feb 8th 8:00am to 9:30am

       What's Law Got to Do with It?:
             The Top 15 Legal (vs. Business) Issues in Event Contracts
             Feb 8th 4:15pm-5:30pm

First Time Attendee
    If you are a brand new attendee at the MeetDifferent conference then you won't want to miss out on these very important sessions! Below is an example of two out of ten meetings that are being offered for first time attendee's.

       The Audience is Listening:
             Using Web 2.0 and Social Networks for Your Events
             Feb 9th 1:45pm-3:15pm

       Speed Networking:
             Expand Your Connections
             Feb 10th 9:00am-10:30am


Meeting Professionals International (MPI)
4455 LBJ Freeway Suie 1200
USA - Dallas, TX 75244-5903
Phone: 1-972-702-3000


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