Welcome to the LGBT MPA SPARKS Newsletter
Your one stop for LGBT MPA updates, Events Industry news and articles, and news impacting our global LGBTQIA+ community.
Podcast
Impact of Anti-LGBTQ+ Directives on Event Pros
LGBT MPA Chair-Elect Charles Bello and CEO Cameron Curtis are featured on EVENTalks by Meeting Professionals Association
Prevue Article
Supporting Inclusivity Is More Important than Ever
LGBT MPA CEO Cameron Curtis explains why now is not the time to back away from advocating for equality and inclusivity in the meetings and events industry.
January 22, 2025
Press Statement: Calling for Inclusion
LGBT MPA Calls for United Action on LGBTQIA2+ Inclusion in Events Industry
January 14, 2024
PCMA Convening Leaders
LGBT MPA hosted our annual networking reception at PCMA Convening Leaders in Houston, TX, with our partners Visit Atlantic City, Marriott, Destination Vancouver, PCMA, and Pinnacle Live.
January 14, 2025
Education Session at PCMA Convening Leaders
LGBT MPA presented an education session "Creating a Welcoming Culture When the LGBTQ+ Community Feels Unwelcome" at PCMA Convening Leaders.
January 8, 2025
2025 Board of Directors
LGBT Meeting Professionals Association Announces 2025 Board of Directors
December 20, 2024
Year in Review
It has been a year like no other for the LGBT Meeting Professionals Association. Take a look back at some of our proudest moments from 2024.
December 5, 2024
Education Year in Review
This year LGBT Meeting Professionals Association brought education to meetings around the world. Leaders in the industry spoke to the importance and nuances of making meetings and events inclusive for LGBTQIA2+ individuals. Let’s look back at the sessions we’ve presente
November 21, 2024
Partner Spotlight: Visit Charlotte
With the support of our partners, the LGBT Meeting Professionals Association is able to offer amazing educational content and engaging networking opportunities. Let's dive right in and learn more about our valued partner Visit Charlotte!
October 8, 2024
IMEX America
We partnered with Visit Atlantic City, Visit Charlotte, MGM Resorts, and Encore to host a networking reception at IMEX America in Las Vegas, NV.
October 7, 2024
Strategic Priorities
LGBT Meeting Professionals Association Announces New Strategic Priorities
August 30, 2024
Connect Marketplace
LGBT MPA hosted a networking reception at Connect Marketplace in Milwaukee, WI.
August 1, 2024
Board of Directors Summer Retreat
The LGBT MPA Board of Directors completed their Summer Leadership Retreat in Dallas, TX, hosted by partner Visit Dallas.
June 24, 2024
PCMA edUcon
LGBT MPA hosted a networking reception at PCMA edUcon in Detroit, MI with partners Visit Atlantic City, Visit Detroit, and MGM Resorts.
May 2024
IMEX Frankfurt
LGBT MPA presented two education sessions at IMEX Frankfurt.
April 8, 2024
Mission, Vision, and Bylaws
LGBT Meeting Professionals association is proud to announce updates to our organization mission, vision and bylaws.
March 14, 2024
Activate Your LGBT MPA Membership
The LGBT MPA launched a NEW website and Member Online Community.
January 18, 2024
Introducing... SPARKS
Check out our first issue of SPARKS with a message from LGBT MPA Chair, and the story behind the our new look and logo with designer Sydney Long.
