Tony Cummins, CMP's Page

How are you involved in the meeting and events industry?

Third Party Planner

What is your company, assocation or affiliation?

THE MEETiNG DEPARTMENT LLC

What is your position?

Owner

How long have you been in the meetings and events industry?

10+ Years

What is your favorite meeting or event destination?

Banff, Canada

What is your funniest event or meeting planning experience

The event planner who swore the live horse was on medication and could not pee on the carpet. Well, you guessed it. He got the cleaning bill.

Activities and Interests:

Helping people accomplish their goals, great food, social gatherings, almost any kind of music (especially blues, rock and jazz), cooking, supporting my church, always wishing the best for my children's future.

About Me:

17 years in the industry, mostly hotels, but a good portion of off-premise event planning. CMP in 1999, Master's In Education. Once cooked at the five-star Mansion on Turtle Creek under the direction of celebrity Chef Dean Fearing (what a privilege). Lots of F&B and Convention Service experience. Very good these days at understanding and negotiating the most complex of contract terms.

I am a member of:

- MPI, Dallas Fort-Worth Chapter (15+) years
- International Association os Administrative Professionals (IAAP)
- IATAN
- GMIC volunteer

Website:

http://www.themeetingdepartment.com