Travel Resources
Association of Meeting Professionals
(202) 973-8686
www.ampsweb.org
Focuses on meeting the educational and professional needs of those working in meeting management and related fields. Its goals include educational and networking programs on such topics as technological advances in the industry, contract negotiations and international meeting planning.
Meeting Professionals International
(972) 702-3000
www.mpiweb.org
With almost 20,000 members in 60 countries, MPI offers conferences, publications, certifications and continuing education.
Society of Government Meeting
Professionals
(703) 549-0892
www.sgmp.org
Dedicated to improving the quality and cost-effectiveness of government meetings, SGMP's 3,000 members in 26 chapters include federal, state and local government meeting planners at all levels of expertise as well as vendors who provide services to meeting planners, such as hotels and conference centers. Resources include an annual meeting and publications.
Society of Government Travel
Professionals
(301) 654-8595
www.government-travel.org
Designed for government professionals and suppliers in the travel market, SGTP focuses on facilitating innovation and best practices in government travel. Resources include publications and networking opportunities as well as workshops on topics such as civilian and Defense Department policies and development of government travel operations.
Training Officers Conference
(202) 973-8683
www.trainingofficers.org
Offers opportunities for federal training professionals to network and learn more about issues affecting the workplace. The 2002-2003 program features experts in human resources development, education, technology, business and personal development.
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