Delivering Value to FICP Partners

The FICP sponsorship program has undergone an evolution, over the past several years, to become a fair and objective process as well as a model program for our industry. Based on continuous feedback from our hospitality partner community and the ever-changing marketplace, FICP identified the need to modernize its sponsorship offerings to keep pace with industry trends, align with partners’ business objectives and deliver opportunities that drive results.

Enhancements continue to be made to the program and the association is committed to adding value that produces tangible and intangible ROI for our partners. Thank you to the many hospitality partners that have supported FICP throughout the years and make it possible to provide value to our planner members.

This year’s sponsorship program features several improvements including:
* Patron Level recognition
* Hosted buyer program (launched in 2009)
* New relationship manager position budgeted for 2010
* New and creative spin on the Marketplace (now called The Network) at the Annual Conference
* Expanded Membership Directory advertising and Web opportunities
* And more!

It gives me great pleasure to report that sponsorships for both the Education Forum and Annual Conference are 100 percent sold, and in record time – with the help of our "new" (automated) sponsorship application process. Say "goodbye" to the infamous fax machine and watch for even more efficiencies and time savers next year!

The 2010 Sponsorship Committee is working on initiatives such as developing regional sponsorship participation guidelines and re-evaluating the Strategic Partner value proposition and deliverables. We’re also looking into the recruiting and chain models to ensure proper positioning and return to the hospitality partner community. Watch for details in the coming months as we build out these important priorities.

None of us was immune to what has taken place within our industry over the past 14 months, but can feel proud of what we have accomplished together: demonstrating collaboration and the value of "shared" partnership – the very core of our organization.

Thank you to all our hospitality partners for your continued commitment toward our association. We are honored to serve alongside you every day!

All the best,




Nancy Farmer, CMP
FICP VP Sponsorship

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Event News

Meet Me in St. Louis: The Archway to New Discoveries

Registration for the 2010 FICP Education Forum will open next week! The event, held June 16-18 at the Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark, will feature interactive education sessions, inspiring keynotes and a special charity event. Check your inbox for a special invitation coming soon!
Please note: Forum registration is open to current planners, prospective planners who are eligible for membership and invited hospitality partners.

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FICP Welcomes New Members

The following people joined FICP in late February and early March:

Leslie Brown, Health Net, Inc., Woodland Hills, CA
Karen Chisholm, State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, Rohnert Park, CA
Cheryl Duley, Universal North America Insurance Holdings, Sarasota, FL
Orla O'Dwyer, BlackRock, San Francisco, CA
Robin Sellers, AIG American General, Life Profit Center, Houston, TX
Samantha Shin, MetLife, Long Island City, NY

HPC News

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

Recent Additions to the HP Community:

Tony D'Amelio, Washington Speakers Bureau, Alexandria, VA
Mario DiBenedetto, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL
Andrea Dodson, Hotel del Coronado, Coronado, CA
Debbie Friday, Shutters on the Beach, Santa Monica, CA
Mariana Gak, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, Las Vegas, NV
Leon Goldberg, New York Marriott Marquis Hotel, New York, NY
Catharine Gracon, Hotel Le Germain Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
Laura Hicks, Westin Casuarina Hotels, Casino and Spa, Las Vegas, NV
Krista Ladd, Sheraton on the Falls Hotel & Conference Centre, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada
Janell LaFleche, Jiminy Peak Conference Resort, Hancock, MA
Dana Levin, Green Valley Ranch, Henderson, NV
Karl Maione, JPdL Destination Management - Tremblant, Mont-Tremblant, QC, Canada
Philip Myers, Philip Myers Entertainment, Hilton Head Island, SC
Steve Pliska, Hyatt Resorts Caribbean, Rolling Meadows, IL
Tim Proctor, Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers & Westin Chicago River North, Chicago, IL
MaryAnn Rataj, The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Honolulu, HI
Leandra Ruttan, Backstage Events Inc., Woodbridge, ON, Canada
Susan Scott, Ocean House, Watch Hill, RI
Scott Silvia, Frisco Convention and Visitors Bureau, Frisco, TX
Todd Sisler, Westin Mission Hills Resort, Rancho Mirage, CA
Bill Spencer, Hamilton Park Hotel & Conference Center, Florham Park, NJ
Debra Stottlemyer, Eldorado Hotel & Spa, Santa Fe, NM

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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