Jessie States, CMM, CMP, is the Director of the MPI
Academy for Meeting Professionals International, where she
leads and advances MPI’s professional development strategy,
developing and managing MPI’s portfolio of educational
products.
Jessie received the 2018 Pacesetter Award from the Events
Industry Council, an honor that recognizes emerging leaders
and industry supporters who exhibit individual excellence
based on innovation, impact, vision, leadership, influence,
collaboration, courage, perseverance and other
achievements.
In 2017, she earned a place on the list of 25 Most Influential People in Meetings and Events
(Successful Meetings magazine) and the title Trendsetter (Meetings Today magazine).