Courtney Stanley

Courtney Stanley

Detroit, Michigan, United States
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"...people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will…

Articles by Courtney

  • I’m Going to Change the World. Are You?
    Jun 15, 2020

    I’m Going to Change the World. Are You?

    [Read the full blog post here] This is the first blog I’ve ever written on behalf of my own business. I have spent…

    4 Comments
  • Girl Interrupted: Verbalizing Your Vote
    Sep 19, 2017

    Girl Interrupted: Verbalizing Your Vote

    We are often told to accept the things we cannot change, but neglect to exert the courage to change the things we can…

Activity

Experience

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    Courtney Stanley Consulting, LLC

    Detroit, Michigan, United States

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    Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

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    Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

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    Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

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    Toronto, Canada Area

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    Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

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    Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

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    Wakefield, MA

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    Greater Nashville Area, TN

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    Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

Education

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    Central Michigan University

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    Activities and Societies: Central Michigan University Meeting Professionals International Student Club (President, Treasurer), Leadership Advancement Scholar, CMU Leadership Institute Public Relations (Chairperson), Sigma Alpha Lambda Honors and Leadership Fraternity, Circle K Volunteer Club

    Courtney was a recipient of Central Michigan University's 10 within 10 Outstanding Alumni Award in 2020.

    The 10 within 10 program recognizes young alumni who bring honor to Central Michigan University through work in their career or community.

Volunteer Experience

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    Event Experience Committee

    Detroit Economic Club

    - Present 1 year

    Economic Empowerment

    The Detroit Economic Club (DEC) was formed in 1934 as a non-partisan, non-profit organization committed to the discussion and debate of important business, government and social issues. Fortune 100 CEOs and top government officials continue to deliver thought leadership on our dynamic world, from the DEC’s storied podium. The DEC is proud to have hosted every U.S. President since Richard Nixon.

    As part of the Event Experience Committee, I'm committed to making the attendee experience…

    The Detroit Economic Club (DEC) was formed in 1934 as a non-partisan, non-profit organization committed to the discussion and debate of important business, government and social issues. Fortune 100 CEOs and top government officials continue to deliver thought leadership on our dynamic world, from the DEC’s storied podium. The DEC is proud to have hosted every U.S. President since Richard Nixon.

    As part of the Event Experience Committee, I'm committed to making the attendee experience for all Detroit Economic Club members best-in-class.

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    Global Public Relations Advisory Board

    Meeting Professionals International

    - Present 3 years 1 month

    Education

    Member of Meeting Professionals International's Global Public Relations Advisory Board. Provides guidance and feedback on the public relations strategy for the meetings industry's largest global association.

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    Art Instructor

    360 DETROIT

    - 1 year 1 month

    Arts and Culture

    360 Detroit, Inc. provides services that empower and improve the quality of life for individuals and families. We are dedicated to assisting people in becoming self-sufficient, anchored, stabilized and well-rounded community members.

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    Co-Chair, Women's Advisory Board

    Meeting Professionals International

    - 3 years

    MPI's first-ever Women's Advisory Board engages and empowers women and women-identified meeting professionals through the development and design of relevant content and experiences.

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    Ambassador

    Meetings Mean Business

    - Present 5 years

    Politics

    Ambassador for Meetings Mean Business, an industry-wide coalition that showcases the undeniable value that business meetings, trade shows, incentive travel, exhibitions, conferences and conventions bring to people, businesses and communities. Comprised of over 60 members, the coalition unites the meetings industry with one strong and powerful voice.

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    Board of Directors

    Association for Women in Events

    - 1 year 4 months

    The Association for Women in Events is an inclusive community dedicated to the professional advancement of women in all facets of the events industry.

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    Director of Community Data & Research

    Association for Women in Events

    - 1 year

    Collected data and conducted research on behalf of the Association for Women in Events to inform and advance women in the meetings, hospitality and tourism industry.

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    International Board of Directors

    Meeting Professionals International

    - 2 years

    Meeting Professionals International (MPI) is the leading global community that is shaping and defining the future of the meeting and event industry.

    A key contributor on MPI's International Board of Directors, Courtney seized the opportunity to influence and craft an unforgettable and meaningful experience for event professionals all throughout the world. Focus included: member engagement, marketing strategy, partnerships and community development.

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    Chair, Global Young Leaders Advisory Council

    Meeting Professionals International

    - 6 years

    Education

    Served as Chair of leadership council driving student and young professional member development and engagement strategy for global 21,000+ member association.

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    Global Education Strategy Task Force

    Meeting Professionals International

    - 1 year

    Education

    Reviewed and advised educational content / direction for global conferences and summits for 21,000+ member global association.

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    Non Executive Director

    Positive Impact Events

    - 1 year

    Environment

    Served on advisory board to work toward providing sustainability training and education in the events industry.

Publications

  • The Dark Side of Meetings by Christine Born

    Connect Magazine: Collinson Media & Events

    Contributor to the May/June 2015 edition of Connect. Abstract: Harassment, bullying and bad behavior after hours may not be new, but the current climate, recent news and online chatter make it more imperative than ever to manage your event environment.

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  • Beyond Hands On: A service-learning initiative for tourism and event planning students.

    International Journal of Arts and Sciences, 4(16).

    Beyond Hands On, is the single most successful service-learning program at Central Michigan University.This paper provides a historical overview of the construct, and an initial analysis of the service learning initiative created by the faculty advisor and executive board of Meeting Professionals International student club.

    Other authors

Honors & Awards

  • 2022 Top 100 Most Influential People in the Event Industry

    Eventex

    The Top 100 Most Influential People in the Event Industry aims to recognize the people who have left a mark on the industry with their creativity, vision, and capacity for innovation. The top 100 is decided entirely by the public who nominate and then vote for the people they believe have influenced the industry the most lately.

  • MPI's 50 Up-and-Comers

    Meeting Professionals International

    Meeting Professionals International, the world's largest association of event professionals, recognized the top 50 up-and-comers within their 18,000+ membership who are focused on inspiration and evolution in the industry.

  • 2021 Top 100 Most Influential People in the Event Industry

    Eventex

    The Top 100 Most Influential People in the Event Industry aims to recognize the people who have left a mark on the industry with their creativity, vision, and capacity for innovation. The top 100 is decided entirely by the public who nominate and then vote for the people they believe have influenced the industry the most lately.

  • Central Michigan University's 10 within 10 Outstanding Alumni Award

    Central Michigan University

    The 10 Within 10 program recognizes young alumni who bring honor to Central Michigan University through work in their career or community.

  • Women in Events Entrepreneur Award

    Smart Meetings

    Honored with Smart Meetings magazine's 2020 Women in Events "Entrepreneur Award".

  • Changemaker Award

    Meetings Today

    Selected as one of Meetings Today's most influential and impactful meeting professionals for creation of social impact campaigns to advance and elevate women in the events and hospitality industry.

  • Women in Events Hall of Fame: Disruptor Award

    Association for Women in Events (AWE)

    The Disruptor Award pays tribute to the influential hero assisting the upward mobility of women in events and taking action to create an opportunity or solve a problem. This person is a strong leader who has done something to change the status quo for women in the events industry.

  • 40 Under 40

    Collaborate Magazine

    Recognized as influential leader in corporate meetings and events industry

  • MPI Chairman's Award

    Meeting Professionals International

    Recipient of individual global achievement award

  • 40 Under 40

    Connect Magazine

    Recognized as youngest leader in association meetings and events industry

  • Young Professional Award

    Michigan Meeting Professionals International

    Awarded for accomplishment & dedication to Michigan Meeting Professionals International Chapter

  • RISE Award for Young Professional Achievement

    Meeting Professionals International

    Recognizing Industry Success & Excellence (RISE) Award for Young Professional Achievement

  • Best Up-and-Coming Meeting Professional

    Michigan Meetings and Events Magazine

    Inducted into national Meetings + Events Magazine’s Hall of Fame for state of Michigan

Organizations

  • Detroit Economic Club

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    Engaged member of The Detroit Economic Club (DEC), a non-partisan, non-profit organization committed to the discussion and debate of important business, government and social issues. The DEC continues to provide a platform for distinguished international dignitaries and business leaders, who represent the changing global environment.

  • Meeting Professionals International (MPI)

    International Board of Directors & Chair, Young Leaders Advisory Council

    - Present

    Positions Held: - Member, Public Relations Global Advisory Board - Co-Chair, Women's Advisory Board - Member, International Board of Directors - Chair and Board Liaison, Global Young Leaders Advisory Council - RISE Awards Global Selection Committee - Global Education Strategy Task Force - New England Chapter Membership Committee Awarded by MPI: - MPI Chairman's Award - Recognizing Industry Success and Excellence (RISE) Award for Young Professional Achievement

  • Association for Women in Events

    Board of Directors

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    Positions Held: - Board Member, Board of Directors - Chair, Data & Research - Marketing and Membership Committee Awarded by AWE: - Disruptor Award

  • American Society of Association Executives (ASAE)

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  • Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA)

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  • International Association of Expositions and Events (IAEE)

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