
AMCI Regional Meetings Are Back - Reserve Your Spot Today!
We’re bringing national-level programming straight to your region – and now all we need is you.
After a three-year break, AMCI is excited to relaunch our Regional Meetings, starting in Indianapolis, IN on September 17-18, 2025. This two-day event is designed to deliver high-impact learning, leadership development, and peer networking – all within driving distance.
Why Attend?
- Curated content tailored to AMC professionals
- Networking with peers and industry leaders
- Convenient, cost-effective location
Who Should Attend?
- Rising AMC executives ready to grow their leadership
- New managers looking for tools and insights
- AMC owners focused on strategy and innovation
LOCATION
Crowne Plaza Indianapolis Downtown Union Station 123 West Louisiana Street Indianapolis, IN 46225
REGISTRATION
Category |
Cost |
AMC Institute Member |
$149 |
AMC Institute Partner |
$249 |
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HOUSING
For your convenience, AMC Institute has secured a room block for attendees at the Crowne Plaza Indianapolis Downtown Union Station.
Room Rates: $159 (not inclusive of taxes and fees*).
This rate and block will be available until Monday, August 18, 2025.
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Wednesday, September 17
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Event |
11:00 am
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Registration Open
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12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Welcome Reception
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1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Building Your Network Presenter: Karyn Nishirmura Sneath, Synergos AMC
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2:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
The Joys & Pressures of Being an AMC Leader Presenter: Leslie Murphy, Raybourn Group
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3:00 pm - 3:30 pm |
Networking Break
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3:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
Association Perspective: A Look at Building Team Culture & Leadership Skills Facilitator: Lane Velayo, Synergos AMC Panelists: TBDSession Summary: This panel will first discuss the most pervasive external trends that impact the delivery of member service as we know it. The panel will then transition and present strategies and tools that can assist today's association staff in achieving their organizational mission. |
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm |
Creating Your AMC Career PathFacilitator: Mike Dwyer, Association Headquarters Panelists: TBDSession Summary: This panel will first discuss the most pervasive external trends that impact the delivery of member service as we know it. The panel will then transition and present strategies and tools that can assist today's association staff in achieving their organizational mission. |
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm |
Reception sponsored by IHG & Crowne Plaza
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Thursday, September 18
8:00 am - 9:00 am |
Networking Breakfast & Hotel Tours |
9:00 am - 10:00 am |
Navigating the Journey of Scope Creep in AMCs Facilitator: TBD Panelists: TBD |
10:00 am - 10:45 am
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Concurrent Session: Budgeting Process & TIPS Facilitator: Julie Nemmer, Association Management Center Panelists: TBD Session Summary: Discuss how to successfully create a budget and navigate the presentation of that budget (and the included fee from your AMC) to your client’s leadership. Learn how the client fees feed into the overall AMC’s budget and other considerations as it relates to the AMCs budget. |
10:00 am - 10:45 am |
Concurrent Session: Event Scenarios to Strategies: Maximizing Association Management Event Success with AI Facilitator: Rich, Personify Session Summary: This hands-on lab is designed for AMC professionals looking to boost event success using AI. Rather than focusing on AI theory or generic tools, the session dives into practical, real-world applications. Attendees will explore low-cost or free AI tools that enhance event planning, data analysis, marketing, and more. Through interactive exercises using sample data and scenarios, participants will gain actionable skills to improve efficiency and outcomes with minimal investment. |
10:45 am - 11:00 am |
Stretch Break |
11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Cyber SecurityFacilitator: Mike Dwyer, Association Headquarters Panelists: TBDSession Summary: This panel will first discuss the most pervasive external trends that impact the delivery of member service as we know it. The panel will then transition and present strategies and tools that can assist today's association staff in achieving their organizational mission. |
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AMCI Regional Meeting Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors for making the AMCI Regional Meeting and Reception possible.

CAE Credits
AMCI is a CAE Approved Provider. AMCI's Regional Event programming meets the requirements for fulfilling the professional development requirements to earn or maintain the Certified Association Executive credential. As a CAE Approved Provider, educational program related to the CAE exam content outline, this program may be applied for 3.5 credits toward your CAE application or renewal professional development requirements. For more information about the CAE credential or Approved Provider program, please visit www.asaecenter.org/cae.
QUESTIONS
Contact AMC Institute at [email protected] or call us at 703-570-8955.
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