During last year’s Retreats Resources Roadshow, I had the pleasure of meeting a guy who worked at HPN Global who kindly offered to share my information with the Meeting Services Team, and you know what? He actually did it! He put me in contact with the team and we discussed me joining them at their Partner Conference in Seattle in October. Sign me up!

I had the opportunity for some 1:1 appointments, running into some old friends, while meeting new people. And of course, THREE hours of headshots…..I now know I can average about 18 headshots per hour! I have a great idea for next years’ headshot station: disco music and ‘take a shot’ for your headshot! I think this crowd will be a fan.

Additionally, I had the honor of photographing a few of the events during the conference: Breakfast featuring Mary’s Place for #HPNGivingBack, a teambuilding event off-site at Blake Island and the 6th Annual Club HPN at MoPOP sponsored by ACCESS Destination Services. Attendees were asked to dress as their favorite pop icon….and they didn’t disappoint! Side note: I didn’t know about this until I was already in Seattle, so I made a quick dash to Urban Outfitters and just bought a couple of “fun” things to wear!

About the Partner Conference

HPN Global is an innovative, unique Site Selection firm founded in early 2002. Built on a platform that focuses on effective relationships and exemplary customer service, HPN Global is a network of top hospitality executives.

With a client mix of 55% Corporate, 25% Association and 20% SMERF, HPN Global efficiently handles all sizes of meetings globally – from your typical conference, high end international incentive programs, large citywide conferences, and more.

A few days each fall, we bring together our network of HPN Global associates and invite our incredible partners to join us in building lasting relationships. If you’re a hotel, DMO, DMC, etc. come find out what #HPN19 is all about.

I hope to see you all next year!!