The Events Industry Council (EIC) has launched its new CMP Fellows Programme, one of a number of new initiatives designed to enhance the association’s CMP programme both in terms of the depth of its offer, as well as its global reach.

The CMP Fellows programme will recognise and reward CMPs and/or Emeritus who continue to make a significant investment towards the betterment of the events industry and the community of people working within it. Fellowship is open to those with at least 10 years’ tenure as a CMP or Emeritus who can provide robust evidence of engagement and experience within the events industry.

A new class of Fellows will be inducted annually, with benefits including access to exclusive networking opportunities, peer-to-peer collaborations and opportunities at EIC and other industry events.

As part of the EIC’s commitment to supporting education, the organisation’s CMP Governance Commission has created the CMP One-time Reinstatement Programme. The initiative provides eligible meeting professionals an opportunity to reinstate expired certification through continuing education without having to retake the CMP certification exam.

Amy Calvert, CEO of the EIC, said: “I am a great believer in recognising and rewarding achievement, as often this acts as a catalyst for deeper engagement with the industry and serves to inspire and motivate peers. Our new CMP Fellows programme aims to celebrate those who continue to strive to grow and improve our industry and I am very much looking forward to reading the applications for our inaugural Class.”

Events Industry Council CMP Governance Commission Chair Alisa Peters, CMP, CMM said: “The Fellows programme is a special invitation to those thought leaders who we need to be a part of this critical juncture in our industry.“