Meeting Professionals International Rocky Mountain Chapter’s (MPIRMC) most recent Annual Gala & Auction was themed “Oceanic Odyssey: Celebrating Depths Achieved, Horizons Ahead” and held on Nov. 13 at Infinity Park Event Center in Glendale. Chapter members and their guests dressed in elegant, oceanic-inspired attire with flowing fabrics, deep blues, seafoam greens, and pearl accents, and the Glendale venue was completely transformed into an underwater-style dreamscape.
The event was presented by Visit Denver, and additional sponsors included Infinity Park Event Center, Encompass Event Group, Method Catering, Visit Newport Beach, Visit Colorado Springs, Visit Boulder, and Elite Entertainment, among others.
A full slate of awards honored several individuals and businesses:
Planner of the Year
Jeanette Stensgaard, ShePlans Co
Supplier of the Year
Devin Scheer, All Digital Photo and Video
Rising Star
Hayley Harmon, Holiday Inn Estes Park
Outstanding Committee Chair
Becca Ellis, Access
Outstanding Committee Member
Lisa Wright, Garden of the Gods Resort & Club
Student Member of the Year
Alexis Boehm-Balgenorth, Ironman Group
New Member of the Year
Vivian Butler, Vivian Butler Events
Meeting and Hospitality Award of Excellence
Under 50 in Attendance
Beaver Run Resort & Conference Center
Over 50 in Attendance
Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver Downtown Convention Center
Industry Partner of the Year
Encompass Event Group
President’s Award of Excellence
Resa Meagher, Inspire
Amanda Kliem, Visit Newport Beach
Industry Legacy Award in Honor of Sandy Gerety
Danny Findley, 5 Senses Hospitality Management
