Did You Know?
In this edition of NewsNet, we're celebrating Thanksgiving! Nearly 400 years ago, in 1621, the first Thanksgiving was celebrated by 50 pilgrims and 90 Wampanoag Native Americans. While modern Thanksgiving celebrations traditionally include a meal of turkey and pumpkin pie, their meal most likely consisted of venison, lobster, and eel. Many don't know that Abraham Lincoln was the first U.S. President to declare Thanksgiving Day a national holiday, after Sarah Josepha Hale, who wrote "Mary Had a Little Lamb," repeatedly wrote to to the Oval Office for 17 years. Today, we celebrate Thanksgiving and honor the past by gathering with our families and kicking off the holiday season with the Thanksgiving Day Parade and football. How does your family celebrate Thanksgiving?
5 Things to Know in November!
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Don't miss these upcoming FICP events.
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The November digital edition of MeetingsNet is now available.
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Register now for the Winter Symposium. Learn more.
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Learn more about FICP Shared Interest Groups.
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Get involved with FICP in 2020 as a volunteer. Learn more.
The 2019 Annual Conference Comes to a Close
The 2019 FICP Annual Conference wrapped up yesterday and drew record-breaking attendees to the Fairmont Austin for three days of education and networking! Attendees heard from industry experts during breakout sessions focused on leadership, creativity, risk management, emerging tech and much more. Keynote speakers Ben Nemtin, Al Chiaradonna and Kindra Hall shared their unique perspectives and stories, leaving attendees inspired. Networking was in full swing during three distinct evening events where attendees experiences local flavors and lively entertainment.
Couldn’t join us in Austin? Make your plans now to join us at the 2020 Annual Conference, November 15-18 at the Washington Hilton in Washington, DC.
Registration is Now Open for the 2020 Winter Symposium
FICP meetings professional members are invited to register for the Winter Symposium taking place at Hyatt Regency Jersey City, January 26-28. You’ll have the opportunity to hear from two distinguished keynote speakers! Learn how you can foster a remarkable culture with strong teamwork during Susan Reilly Salgado's session, Leadership Meets Culture Meets Results. On the next day, hear from Michele Rigby Assad, Former CIA Counterintelligence Officer, during her session, Going Undercover: Finding Your Purpose in a Dangerous World. Learn more about the keynote speakers and register now.
FICP Anytime: Earn Credits On Demand
Don’t forget: visit FICP Anytime when you want to access education, tips, tricks and thoughtful insights on demand. Did you know? Many webinars are approved for CMP credits. Browse the latest from FICP Anytime today!
New: Shared Interest Groups
Shared Interest Groups, or SIGs, are now available in TheNetwork. The initial two SIGs will be: Event Disruptions and Meeting Trends and Strategic Thinking. All meetings professionals received an invitation to join one or both of the SIGs based on your interests. Start discussions with others, share helpful resources or best practices, and attend quarterly webinars on topics voted on by the group. Log in to TheNetwork to get started.
Strategic Partner Profile
Caleb Rice, Director of Insurance & Incentive Sales
"FICP brings the best in the industry together on one platform to help facilitate and grow relationships between buyers and suppliers. I can’t think of a better medium to grow the financial and insurance markets for our hotel."
"See the above aerial shot of our gorgeous property, highlighting the beautiful scope of our campus and mountains."
Freddy Muller, Vice President of Charter & Incentive Sales
"We value the relationships built over the years with FICP with both meetings professionals and hospitality partners. As one of the most important associations in the meetings and events industry, we are committed to bringing exceptional experiences at sea for meetings professionals and supporting the vision and core values of FICP."
"The above video introduces our newest ship, Silver Moon, setting sail in August 2020."
FICP Welcomes New Members and Hospitality Partners
Meetings Professionals
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Angie Bradshaw, S&P Global
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Lori Cajimat, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.
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Stacey Cloney, S&P Global
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Amanda DaCosta, Cigna
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Julia DiCarlo, Lincoln Financial Group
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Fanee' Frederick, Nationwide Insurance
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Kelly Kellin, U.S. Bank
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Stephanie Niswander, Pacific Life Insurance Company – Life Insurance Division
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Kazia Olkowski, Causeway Capital Management
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Kim Welch, Cambridge Investment Research, Inc.
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Erin Wonsmos, IMT Insurance Company
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Hospitality Partners
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Rachael Andoscia, The Cavalier Virginia Beach, Autograph Collection
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Kelly Belt, Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt
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Noelia Benue, Faus Incentives
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Amy Brown, Visit Austin
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Seth Bruce, Caesars Entertainment
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Val Cantalope, Visit Austin
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Delaney Costello, Ultimate Ventures
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Sabrina Dimond, Marriott Maui Sales Complex
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Barbara Dunay, The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna
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Nuria Faus, Faus Incentives
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Steve Genovesi, Visit Austin
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Ruth Hanks, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
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Amy Harris, Visit Austin
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Kimberly Himes, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority
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Jennifer Jarrett, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa
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Amanda Ladon, Tropicana Las Vegas - A DoubleTree By Hilton
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