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Planner of the Year
Dannette Mathews – Alphagraphics
Danette has been committed to her involvement in the Utah Chapter. Whether it is attendance at meetings and events or commitments to Chapter committees, her experience and expertise in planning and the concern with issues unique to MPI Planner members have been invaluable resources. |
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Supplier of the Year
Maxine Turner – Cuisine Unlimited
Maxine has been involved with MPI and the Utah Chapter since 1997 and has been active in the industry as evidenced by her position on the Board of Trustees of the International Caterers Association. Cuisine Unlimited has received national and international acclaim through her work with the Olympics in Atlanta, Salt Lake and the upcoming Games in Greece as well. To the Utah Chapter of MPI, Maxine has been generous with both her time and her talents through event sponsorship and participation. Both the Chapter and our members have benefited greatly from her generosity, knowledge and experience. |
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Rising Star Award
Jennifer Arenkiel – Deer Valley Lodging
Jennifer has been a Utah Chapter MPI member less than a year, joining in August of 2003. In that short time she has been a great asset to the Chapter and “jumped in with both feet”. She has been actively involved in various committees and is a regular at Chapter events and meetings. She has excellent follow through and has been a wealth of fresh ideas. Jennifer has been a tremendous addition to the Utah Chapter with her enthusiasm and involvement, we look forward to great things in the future for this year’s Rising Star. |
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Beth Belt Leadership Award
Laura Cappel – Snowbird Resort
Laura first joined MPI Utah Chapter in 1997 and became a very active MPI member serving on committees and on the Board. In 2000 she was nominated to the President Elect position. While her official position on the Chapter Board came to an end a year ago, fortunately for us, she has remained committed to the Chapter. Laura has continued to be a tremendous resource for the current Board as well as individual members. Laura exemplifies the criteria for the Beth Belt Leadership Award. |
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Fellowship Award
Mary Crafts – Culinary Crafts
Mary has been catering professionally for almost 20 years. Culinary Crafts has won numerous awards both locally and nationally including the recent award of “Best of State” in 2003. Accolades from such organizations as Sundance Film Festival, Salt Lake Organizing Committee for the Olympic Winter Games, the office of the Governor and the Olympic Dream Team speak volumes to the quality of work, service and attention to detail she provides. Mary has made the time for many years to be extremely supportive of MPI and the Utah Chapter. Through several sponsorships each year, Mary’s generosity has been integral in the Chapter’s ability to produce outstanding meetings and events. |
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President's Award
Annette Swan – University Park Marriott
Annette is a professional in every sense of the word. She has been a great mentor to many members with her support and encouragement. She has done much for the MPI Utah chapter. While serving as the President of MPI Utah in 1999, the chapter experienced much growth and development under her leadership. Annette has a great spirit and cares more about the person than the project and her positive outlook on life is infectious to all members. |
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