The Convention Industry Council (CIC) announced that four hundred and fifteen (415) individuals passed the July 11, 2009 CMP examination.
This distinguished credential, recognized throughout the meetings, conventions, and exhibitions industry, demonstrates an individual's comprehensive knowledge of meeting management as well as a commitment to the meeting profession.
"We are delighted to welcome this latest class of CMPs to our community", said Kimberly Miles, CMP, Senior Vice President, Industry Relations, of the American Hotel & Lodging Association and current CMP Board Chair.
"The CMP continues to enjoy a positive reputation in the industry and is just another tool for a meeting professional to demonstrate their level of knowledge and professionalism in our industry."
The CMP program, established in 1985, is designed to increase the professionalism of meeting managers in all sectors of the industry; recognize and raise industry standards; and increase the value of these practitioners to their employers.
The demand for this designation continues to increase as both employers and meeting professionals realize the depth of knowledge and recognition to the profession that this certification brings to an organization.
Since its inception, the CMP designation has been earned by more than 14,000 meeting professionals in 35 countries and territories worldwide.
"There continues to be a strong interest in the CMP certification during these challenging economic times," stated Christina Buck, CMP, CMP Program Director.
"There has never been a better time to obtain the CMP designation. This accomplishment is a clear illustration of a growing need to continue to elevate the meetings profession and cement the place of our industry as a significant driver of the economy."
Obtaining the CMP designation is a two-part process, consisting of an application and a written examination, administered and monitored by an independent testing agency. Eligibility to take the examination is based on an extensive review of professional qualifications.
Candidates must have at least three years of employment in the meetings industry and demonstrate responsibility and accountability for successful meetings. The comprehensive written examination tests knowledge of all functions of meeting management. The next North American CMP exam is scheduled for January 9, 2010.
The CMP is one of the signature programs maintained by the Convention Industry Council that provide value to the convention industry and hospitality field.
Additional information on the Convention Industry Council and the CMP process can be found at www.conventionindustry.org
The list of the July 2009 CMP class is available for download (Adobe PDF 75 KB)
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