Meetings & Incentives Worldwide, Inc.

09/04/2024

🧠 Ever wondered how to make your and more memorable? plays a big role! In our latest blog post, we dive into M&IW's neuroscience-based approach to . Learn how to create experiences that engage attendees on a deeper level.

Thanks to neuroscience-based event design, the more we understand about the brain, the better the experience we create for attendees.

08/30/2024

Another fantastic week of in-person onboarding! We were thrilled to WELCOME new team members from across the country, including Idaho, Massachusetts, New York, Virginia, Illinois, and Florida, to our headquarters in Wisconsin. It's been a wonderful few days filled with learning, collaboration, and getting to know our newest additions.

Join us in welcoming our newest team members! 👏

Top to Bottom - Office Picture:
Terara Feggans
Wendy May

2nd Row:
Deanna Mistretta-Lillie
Pamela Gryszko

3rd Row:
Naya Brown
Michelle Lee

🌟Want to be part of our growing team? We're hiring for several positions! Experience something different and apply today: https://meetings-incentives.com/careers/

08/29/2024

Day 2 at Connect Marketplace Milwaukee was a whirlwind of business, networking, and inspiration!

We spent the day diving deep into one-on-one appointments, exploring the vibrant Exhibit Hall, and attending thought-provoking sessions. Highlights included:

👉Speaker Showcase: From innovative event experiences to The Present and Future of Events - , we were captivated by the insights shared.

👉Networking Opportunities: The convention hall was buzzing with excitement as attendees connected, collaborated, and learned from each other.

👉Industry Insights: continues to solidify its position as a leading trade show for meeting planners.

We’re excited to see what Day 3 has in store today, including the highly anticipated Closing Reception featuring Lil Jon!

08/27/2024

Our has done it again! 🎉

ISG’s recent success with Aon's M&E program is just one example of their incredible work. By streamlining their MRF process, we helped them achieve a massive 30% reduction in questions, 60% reduction in workflow, and 80% reduction in request processing. 🤯

Learn more about how we did it and the keys to MRF success in our latest blog post ➡️ https://ow.ly/pMeW50T7Y2L

08/23/2024

We're headed to Connect Marketplace in NEXT WEEK and we're bringing a special giveaway! Stop by Booth 818 to chat with our team about the M&IW difference and enter to win a dream vacation to Aruba. ☀️

We are excited to CONNECT with you! 🤝

08/21/2024

At M&IW, we're committed to making a positive impact. Our recent , in partnership with Copia and PURPOSE Net Zero, was a huge step forward in our journey.

Together, we achieved incredible results:

🥘 Donated 149 lbs of food to Community Solutions of Illinois

🛫 Diverted 459 pounds of CO2e

🌊 Saved 33,972 gallons of water

It's incredibly rewarding to see our team, led by Marcelo Casadei and Donna Collins, come together with amazing partners like Copia and Renaissance Hotels Schaumburg to make a HUGE difference. Let's continue to build a more future together!

💚 Learn more about M&IW's commitment to >> https://meetings-incentives.com/experience-the-difference/

08/20/2024

The buzz from our 2024 is still going strong! 💥

In our last post, we shared how we soared to new heights in 2024. Now, let’s dive deeper into CEO Tina Madden’s State of the Company address.

Discover how M&IW is investing in innovative solutions to elevate worldwide. From cutting-edge to enhanced services, we're committed to transforming the industry.

Ready to learn more? Check out our latest blog post for a full recap.

CEO Tina Madden shares how M&IW is investing in four key areas of innovation to enhance and impact events of all scales worldwide.

08/16/2024

Ready to take flight with us? We're seeking passionate and talented individuals to JOIN OUR TEAM. From Event Experience Manager ( ) to Technologist ( ), we have exciting opportunities for experienced professionals.

Let's make a difference together!

Join the best and brightest in the industry in a supportive, family-first culture.

08/16/2024

Let’s connect, collaborate, and create together!

Our team members are ready to CONNECT and collaborate with you during Connect Marketplace in on August 27-29! Stop by Booth 818 to chat with our team about how M&IW can elevate your experiences. Plus, don't miss your chance to win our grand prize trip giveaway to Aruba! ✈️

Make sure you are registered for and visit our website to Experience the M&IW Difference: https://meetings-incentives.com/experience-the-difference/

08/15/2024

Our CEO, Tina Madden, took the stage at the 2024 M&IW Summit last week and delivered a powerful State of the Company address. Her message? "The state of the company is GREAT! We're reaching new heights while staying true to what makes M&IW special!"

Let's keep pushing boundaries, exceeding expectations, and crafting events that resonate with the power of human connection! Read our latest blog post to learn more about The State of M&IW.

At the 2024 M&IW Summit, CEO Tina Madden shared how we’ve reached new heights and achieved impactful success in 2024.

08/08/2024

Our wrapped up with a bang! 🎉

Yesterday was all about celebrating our amazing team and strengthening our culture. From insightful sessions to fun team-building activities, we've created lasting memories.

We're so grateful for the opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. Stay tuned for more highlights and behind-the-scenes moments! 🚀

08/07/2024

together at the 2024 Employee Day! 🫶💪🤝

08/07/2024

Day 2 DONE and it was EPIC! 💥

We’re still buzzing from an amazing day at the 2024 M&IW Summit! So much learning, laughing, and celebrating. From insightful sessions to award-winning moments, we’re feeling inspired and motivated.

Can’t wait to see what Day 3 brings! 🚀

08/06/2024

Breakout sessions have started and we have our wonderful Lynn and Paulomi providing their insights and expertise into Event Sourcing Trends and their Financial Impact. An insightful session!

08/06/2024

The 2024 New Customer partner of the Year goes to BMO. The New Customer Partner of the Year award celebrates the organizations who have partnered with M&IW in the past year in the pursuit of excellence.

While M&IW has been a customer of BMO for several years, the two connected in a new way through supplier diversity at the 2023 WBENC Conference. Ever since, M&IW has been supporting group air and air agent onsite for BMO’s high-end incentive travel in the US, Canada, and Europe. BMO’s CEO highlighted M&IW on International Women’s Day and in a supplier diversity video. M&IW CEO Tina Madden was also invited to be part of BMO Elevate, a diverse business development program that provides executive mentoring, education, and networking opportunities. This partnership continues to grow, and both organizations look forward to what the future holds!

Congratulations BMO! 👏

08/06/2024

M&IW is thrilled to give the Moxie Innovation Award to Abbott for their Transfusion Medicine team’s 2024 Kickoff Meeting. The Innovation Award celebrates organizations that use technology and innovation to creatively deliver impactful results and unforgettable experiences.

Every detail of this event demonstrated creativity, originality, and innovation. It raised the standard of sustainability by going paper-free. Registration and communications were managed via Cvent and SpotMe, and digital displays replaced traditional signage. Rechargeable light-up cubes were used for décor, seating, and onstage. The plenary stage spanned the room with huge LED screens and podiums that projected images and videos. This planning team revolutionized event organization, significantly enhancing the attendee experience.

Congratulations Abbott! 👏

08/06/2024

The 2024 Global Scope Moxie Award goes to Merck! The Global Scope Award celebrates organizations leading the way in their global strategic meetings management plan to unlock new market opportunities and forge stronger international partnerships.

Merck’s Global Clinical Trial Operations division provides M&IW with about 150 Investigator per year. The programs come in as a series where a meeting for the specific drug study is held regionally in the US, Latin America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. The specific needs vary by meeting, but they are always large in scope with 500 or more attendees. Because of the global scope of these meetings, interpretation for many languages is required with Russian, Ukrainian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, and Chinese being most frequently provided.

Congratulations Merck! 👏

08/06/2024

The Moxie Elevated Event Award celebrates programs that infused creative design and meaningful purpose to exceed expectations. M&IW is excited to give this award to Grange Enterprise for their Top 100 Experience incentive program.

After multiple years of partnering on this incentive program and growing our relationship, Grange and M&IW crafted an amazing experience for participants. Featuring the rich culture and beauty of the destination, the program featured an extensive pre-trip gifting and communication strategy along with countless inspiring opportunities for networking, memory-making, and fun, culminating in an immersive farewell evening where attendees were virtually taken around Ireland.

Congratulations Grange Enterprise!👏

08/06/2024

M&IW is proud to announce the winner of the 2024 Customer Partner of the Year Moxie Award is Takeda Pharmaceuticals! The Customer Partner of the Year Award celebrates the partnership that shone brightly through shared goals, celebrated wins, and weathered storms.

Takeda and M&IW have overcome challenges and developed valuable new opportunities. This award reflects their collective effort and the trust that has been organically built and strengthened over the last 20 years.

Congratulations Takeda! 👏

08/06/2024

Our 2024 M&IW Summit Opening Session Speakers gearing up backstage! It’s time to SOAR! 🚀

08/06/2024

We are in the spirit and can't wait to celebrate our legendary Winners later today! The Moxie Awards recognize organizations whose and incentive programs push the boundaries of possibility to deliver excellence and unforgettable experiences. Nomination submissions are provided by M&IW employees, and the final nominees and winners are determined by M&IW’s senior leadership team. The one exception is the People’s Choice Award, whose winner is voted on by attendees of the 2024 .

Stay tuned for the winners!🥇

08/06/2024

Feeling inspired and energized on Day 2 of our 2024 M&IW Summit! ✨ Our customers, suppliers, and team members are coming together to create something truly special. From educational sessions to networking opportunities, today is packed with excitement. We can't wait to share more highlights with you!

08/05/2024

We were thrilled and honored to have an amazing group of Customer Advisory Council (CAC) members together today to kick of the 2024 M&IW Summit! 🤝 Our discussions covered a wide range of topics, from Neuroscience and Sustainability to Event Tech/AI and expanding Corporate Meetings programs. It's been an incredible day of collaboration, sharing insights, and learning from each other. We truly value our partnership with our customers and their invaluable feedback.

08/05/2024

Today is the day we take flight! 🚀 We're excited to kick off the 2024 M&IW Summit with our Customer Advisory Council meeting and Customer Welcome Reception! Along with an optional Best Practices Education Session that will explore negotiating in the Meetings Industry and the integration of AI in .

Our teams have been hard at work, and in just 20 hours this empty event space will be transformed into an incredible experience for our valued customers and team members. 💫 We can't wait to share the magic with you!

08/04/2024

Ready for takeoff? 🚀

Tomorrow we are ready to SOAR at the 2024 ! Our Summit Team is headed to Schaumburg in preparation for an epic week reaching new heights of impact, connection, and success with our customers, team members, and supplier partners. Are you ready to experience the M&IW difference?

Our theme, SOAR, perfectly encapsulates this exciting new chapter for M&IW. We can’t wait to share how we’re reaching new heights together as !

Drop a comment below if you are ready to join us as we to greater impact, connections, and success?!

08/01/2024

At M&IW, sustainability is at the core of everything we do, and the 2024 M&IW Summit is no exception! We're proud of our team's efforts to create a 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁. 💚

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗲'𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲:

💦 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲: Ditch the disposables! We'll have water stations throughout the event, so bring your reusable water bottles.

🫶 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿: We're collaborating with our team and partners on giveback experiences and exciting sustainability challenges!

🍽️ 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀: We're working with the venue to donate unused food to local shelters, ensuring nothing goes to waste.

💐 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁: After the Summit, our beautiful event flowers will find a new home at Sunrise Senior Living in Schaumburg, IL.

📏𝗠𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁: We're tracking attendee travel and venue energy consumption to understand our carbon footprint.

♻️ 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄: We've purchased Carbon Credits to support the Uganda Gender Responsive "Lango Safe Water Project," minimizing our environmental impact. Learn more >> https://marketplace.goldstandard.org/products/co2balance-uganda-gender-responsive-safe-water-project

Stay tuned for 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘 updates from the showcasing our commitment to sustainability!

🌱 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿? Head to our blog for a step-by-step guide >> https://meetings-incentives.com/four-steps-to-make-event-sustainability-a-reality/

Learn four simple steps to ensure your meetings, events, and incentives are looked at through an environmentally friendly lens.

07/30/2024

We're happy to share that our M&IW Global Giveback initiative is once again supporting the incredible Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC)! ❤️ Our team has been dedicated to volunteering and donating all year long, and we invite you to join us in making a difference during the 2024 M&IW Summit.

Help us fill the shelves with joy! 📚 Bring new children's and teen books to the next week to donate to local RMHC houses. Together, we can create a brighter future for families in need!

07/30/2024

We are ONE WEEK AWAY from the 2024 ! 👏

Our theme for the 2024 M&IW Summit perfectly encapsulates a new chapter for M&IW. SOAR defines what happens when we have the courage to seize opportunities and pull together as . We can’t wait to show you all that we are doing to reach new heights together!

Are you ready to join us next week as we to greater impact, connections, and success?! 🚀

07/26/2024

We had a fantastic week at M&IW HQ! 🎉

Our office was buzzing with energy as we welcomed a talented group of new employees to the team. It was a week filled with inspiring presentations, getting to know new team members and an in-person customer meeting.

We’re thrilled to officially welcome:

Johanna Chasse
Ally Emond
Sarah Madrigal
Amanda Wright
Shayla Olawoye
Sarah Waller, CIS
Diane Phillips
Mary Graham

Join us in giving them a warm welcome! 👏

Want to be part of our dynamic team? We’re hiring! Check out our open positions on our Careers Page and apply today!

07/19/2024

Meg Castro and Samantha Gehrke are Headed to the 55th annual next week in Atlanta! This premier for the business industry gives our attendees the chance to connect, learn, grow, and shape the future of our industry!

👋 Hope to see you there >> https://convention.gbta.org/