MPI empowers meeting professionals to increase their strategic value through education; clearly defined career pathways via a curriculum and professional development; and business growth opportunities. As the global authority and resource for the $102.3 billion meeting and event industry, MPI empowers meeting professionals to increase their strategic value through education; clearly defined career pathways via a curriculum and professional development; and business growth opportunities. Its strategic plan, Pathways to Excellence , is designed to elevate the role of meetings in business via: creating professional development levels to evolve member careers to positions of strategic understanding and influence; influencing executives about the value of meetings; and intensifying supplier business opportunities.

On a local level, the Virginia Chapter of MPI holds monthly meetings featuring educational sessions and networking opportunities; offers local Educational Forums monthly in Charlottesville, Richmond and Tidewater; and publishes a bi-monthly newsletter, The VAMPI Voice.