“Tiffany is the kind of volunteer every planner dreams of working with,” her award nomination read. “Someone who is reliable, enthusiastic, and always two steps ahead with a smile that could power a ballroom.”

Conrad is completing her final year as Vice President of Education on the MPI Heartland Chapter Board of Directors. She has also served in her current role at Visit Fort Dodge since February 2022.

“I’m grateful and honored to receive this award, especially among so many talented suppliers in our Heartland Chapter,” said Conrad.

The MPI Heartland Chapter, serves Iowa and Nebraska, and brings together more than 100 meeting planners and suppliers, including destination marketing organizations like Visit Fort Dodge, for networking, professional development, and charitable engagement.

Visit Fort Dodge works closely with the MPI Heartland Chapter to build relationships with event planners and showcase Fort Dodge as a destination for meetings and events.

“We find that planners want to bring their events to communities where they have strong, trusted

relationships,” said Kerrie Kuiper, executive director of Visit Fort Dodge. “Tiffany does this very well. She works hard to understand planners’ needs, demonstrates that their events will be valued in Fort Dodge, and ensures they feel supported as partners. We couldn’t be prouder to have Tiffany recognized, on our staff, and representing our community.”