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Onboarding
MPI Member
Orientation
3:15 PM-3:30 PM
Education
Announcements & Programming
3:45 PM-5:15 PM
Networking
MPI
After 5
5:15 PM-7:00 PM
September's Educational Program
The ROI of Human Connection: Designing Moments That Matter
Human connection doesn't happen by accident, it happens by design. In this keynote, Braden Eads makes the business case for treating connection as a strategic outcome of great meetings and events, not a byproduct of good luck. Drawing on his background in organizational psychology and years on stage, Braden shows event professionals and industry suppliers how intentional event design creates real engagement, and how that engagement translates directly into attendee satisfaction, loyalty, and measurable business results. Attendees will leave with practical strategies for building connection into every stage of event design, from first touchpoint to follow-up, so that meaningful engagement becomes the expectation rather than the exception.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Understand why human connection is one of the most valuable, and most measurable, outcomes of meetings and events.
- Learn practical techniques for designing intentional moments of engagement rather than leaving connection to chance.
- Connect attendee engagement directly to customer experience outcomes like loyalty, advocacy, and retention.
- Walk away with strategies that resonate with both event planners and industry suppliers.
- Gain a framework for demonstrating the ROI of live events through relationships and community, not just attendance numbers
Featured Speakers
Check out our speakers for this month!
Braden Eads
Registration Fees
PLANNER SPECIAL
Regardless of Membership
$25.00
CONTINUED FOR September 2026: Unbeatable Pricing for Planners!
We're thrilled to announce a game-changing registration offer for all planners at our event! Whether you're an MPIRMC member or not, you can now attend for just $25 – and that gets you access to BOTH the educational program AND the networking reception!
Want to come just for education? $25. Only here for networking? $25. Can't decide and want to do both? Still just $25!
We're making it easier than ever for planners across the Rocky Mountain region to connect, learn, and grow together. No complicated pricing tiers, no add-ons – just one simple price for maximum value.
Dynamic Duo Deals:
MEMBER
(Supplier)
$65.00
MEMBER
(Student/Faculty)
$20.00
NON MEMBER
(Supplier)
$85.00
NON MEMBER
(Student/Faculty)
$25.00
Educational Session Only:
MEMBER
(Supplier)
$50.00
MEMBER
(Student/Faculty)
Free
NON MEMBER
(Supplier)
$70.00
NON MEMBER
(Student/Faculty)
$30.00
MPI After 5 Only:
MEMBER
(Supplier)
$25.00
MEMBER
(Student/Faculty)
$20.00
NON MEMBER
(Supplier)
$30.00
NON MEMBER
(Student/Faculty)
$20.00
Thank you to our sponsors!
Venue Sponsor
Effortless Boulder charm meets the rugged grandeur of the Flatirons at the Boulder Marriott. Set at the foot of the mountains where downtown energy meets alpine calm, the hotel serves as a premier home base for those who want the best of Boulder within easy reach. From sun-drenched guest rooms framing sweeping Flatiron views to the full-service spa and indoor pool built for unwinding after a day on the trails, every detail is crafted for comfort.
Beyond the doors, the eclectic spirit of downtown Boulder awaits. Guests can wander the shops and street performers of Pearl Street Mall, pick up a trailhead straight into the Flatirons, or stroll to the University of Colorado campus. More than just a landmark in the city's most walkable corridor, the Boulder Marriott is a destination where laid-back hospitality and mountain-town energy converge, offering an experience that is as down-to-earth as it is inspiring.
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