Help Us Strengthen FICP’s Membership and Expand Your Network!

The long wait is over and 2010 is here! It is time to wish 2009 a fond farewell and focus on all the possibilities the New Year will bring.

The economy is rebounding, our industry is once again realizing the importance of meetings and planners are conducting all types of meetings. While the meetings may not look the same as in prior years, the importance and value of our industry and profession has been brought to light.

Our final 2009 membership numbers are as follows:

402 renewed planners
68 new planners
13 in transition

630 renewed HPers
30 new HPers

While our numbers were down 14% from 2008 overall, our membership retention was stronger than like associations. We contribute this to the high value our membership places on the association ― which is heavily built on the relationships and interaction between you, our members. We plan to continue to provide you with those opportunities through the following:

• Online Exchange
• Complimentary Education (Webinars, Talk Radios)
• Regional Meetings
• Education Forum – June 16–18, 2010 in St. Louis, Missouri
• Annual Conference – November 17–20, 2010, Miami, Florida

We encourage you to get involved in all that FICP has to offer. You get back threefold what you put into the association.

Our membership goal for 2010 is to add 55 new planners and realize an 85% retention rate. With the assistance of the membership committee, volunteers and YOU we can be successful. Please help us spread the word about our great association and the many benefits we offer to industry planners. Details on the member recruitment contest and member nomination campaign will follow in the coming weeks.

On a final note, please take a moment to renew your membership for 2010 and help us reach our goals!

Here’s to a great 2010!

Regards,




Kelli Livers, CMP
FICP VP Membership

Association News

2010 Planner and HP Renewal Process Open

Planner member and hospitality partner renewals are going on now. You must renew by March 1, 2010 to be included in the 2010 FICP Membership Directory! Planner members and hospitality partners may log in to their profiles on the FICP Web site, to update personal information and renew online.

Thank You Sponsors

FICP would like to extend a very special thank you to all of our 2009 Strategic Sponsors who are listed in the left-hand column of this e-mail. Please visit their Web sites for more information on their companies. Learn more about how to become a Strategic Sponsor by visiting the FICP Web site.

Online Call for Speakers Now Open

FICP is pleased to announce an online Call for Speakers is now open. If you represent speakers, or know someone, who are interested in speaking to the FICP audience at events such as the Annual Conference, Education Forum and online offerings, please direct them to the FICP Web site.

Planning your future events? Don't forget to support those who support you!

Event News

Save the Date for the 2010 Education Forum

The 2010 Education Forum will be held at the Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark in St. Louis, Missouri, June 16-18. Details about this special event will be released soon, so continue to visit the FICP Web site for updates.

Regional Meetings

Northeast Regional Winter Meeting
Sunday, January 24 - Tuesday, January 26
Tarrytown House, Tarrytown, NY

Southeast Regional Meeting
Thursday, March 18 - Friday, March 19
Intercontinental Buckhead, Atlanta, GA
Registration is now open.

Upcoming Events

Please click here to view our Calendar of Events, which includes industry events, CMP Exams and additional programs.

FICP Welcomes New Members

The following people joined FICP in late December and early January:

Nadia Dermit, Sun Life Financial, Toronto, ON, Canada
Christine Santos, FM Global, Johnston, RI
Liz Luzier, FM Global, Johnston, RI
Melissa Chambers, Aviva North America, Des Moines, IA

HPC News

Remember, the HPC is your voice to the association, and your comments or suggestions are always welcome!

2010 Sponsorship Opportunities Available Soon

All 2010 sponsorship opportunities will be available for viewing on the FICP Web site in the coming weeks. HPers will receive an e-mail when the opportunities are posted. Sponsorships will go on sale on Wednesday, February 10 at 1:00 p.m. CST.

Recent Additions to the HP Community:

Lisa Candido, Trump SoHo, New York, NY
Lori Carbone, The Mirage Hotel, Las Vegas, NV
Marc Devereux, Paradise Point Resort & Spa, San Diego, CA
Stefanie DiMola, The Carlton Hotel, New York, NY
Tom McCulloch, metroConnections, Bloomington, MN
Adam Kahan, Empire Entertainment Inc., New York, NY
Megan Uram, Windsor Court Hotel, New Orleans, LA
Rebecca Conklin, The Peninsula Chicago, Chicago, IL
Samantha Key, Fairmont Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ
Rebekah Huie, The Lodge at Doonbeg Golf Club, Kiawah Island, SC
Florent Fougerouse, Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT

FICP Brand Positioning Statement

FICP provides high-quality information, education and networking to financial and insurance meeting professionals, increasing their success and strategic value. We maintain a balanced planner to hospitality partner ratio at all times, resulting in a unique business environment.

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