event SUMMARY
Celebrating 10 Years of Excellence in Meeting & Event Professionals
For 10 years, the MPI New Jersey Chapter’s CMP/CMM Recognition Event has celebrated professional achievement, growth, and the individuals who continue to elevate our industry.
Join us for this milestone 10th Annual Celebration as we honor our CMP and CMM designees and recognize the dedication, leadership, and commitment behind these professional accomplishments.
CMP and CMM designees attend complimentary, and we welcome everyone to join us for the day! Whether you hold a designation, are working toward one, or simply want to celebrate and connect with your industry peers, this is an opportunity to come together, be inspired, and celebrate the people who make our industry extraordinary.
Come celebrate a decade of achievement and the continued strength of our MPI community!
event DETAILS
When
Where
The Palace at Somerset Park
celebrating LEGACY
THE JOANNE DENNISON LEGACY AWARD
The Joanne Dennison Legacy Award honors an individual who has made significant, lasting contributions to CMPs/CMMs, the MPI New Jersey Chapter, and the community of industry professionals. Joanne Dennison is one of these individuals. This award is not just named after a person, it carries a legacy of mentorship, industry knowledge, and giving to enhance and elevate the future of meetings and events.
Congratulations to the 2026 nominees!
Cornelius Larkin
Lindsay Plath
Meghan Shott
Celestina Sierra
speaker SPOTLIGHT
JOYEL CRAWFORD
Keynote Speaker
How to RISE and Shine Above It All: Overcoming Work Burnout with Resilience
Meeting and event professionals are masters at creating unforgettable experiences for others, but how often do they prioritize themselves?
As we celebrate the achievements of New Jersey's CMPs and CMMs, award-winning speaker Joyel Crawford delivers an engaging and empowering keynote designed for professionals who thrive under pressure, navigate constant change, and make the impossible look effortless.
Through personal storytelling, humor, and practical strategies, Joyel explores how to overcome burnout, build resilience, and reclaim your power without sacrificing your well-being. Attendees will walk away inspired and equipped with actionable tools to RISE above challenges, lead with confidence, and continue creating extraordinary experiences while making themselves a priority, too.
TOM TOLVE
Featured Speaker
Fireside Chat
What happens when an experienced industry professional chooses to become a student again? Tom Tolvé, MS, CMP, HMCC shares how his journey through San Diego State University's Master's in Event Leadership program expanded his strategic mindset, increased his confidence as a leader, and reinforced the belief that continuous learning is one of the most powerful investments you can make in yourself and your career.
DEVON PASHA
Emcee
Event Emcee
Bringing energy, personality, and a welcoming presence to the stage, Devon Pasha will guide us through the day's program as our event emcee. In addition to keeping the celebration flowing, Devon will join our featured speaker for a fireside chat, helping bring fresh perspectives, engaging conversation, and a little extra personality to this special milestone event. We’re excited to have her leading the way!
The program is accredited for 1 CE credit, making this celebration an opportunity to connect, celebrate, and continue your professional development.
giving back WITH PURPOSE
As we celebrate together, we’re also giving back to our community. We invite you to bring a new, unwrapped toy to our event to support Toys for Tots and help bring a little extra joy to a child this holiday season.
Prefer to donate rather than shop? You can make a monetary donation during registration, and the MPI New Jersey Chapter will use all donations received to purchase gifts on behalf of our attendees.
Every contribution makes a difference, and we hope you’ll join us in giving back with purpose.
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