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Practical Application

MCPF offers the novice as well as the expert planner the opportunity to share and broaden their knowledge of contingency planning.

The organization aids planning professionals in staying abreast of current industry trends in mitigation, planning and recovery.

The Forum serves as an interface for private and public sector cooperation.

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Events

Past events included full-day workshops and informative monthly meetings on topics such as:

· Planning for Hazardous Material Spills

· Developing and Implementing a Command Center

· “Earthquake Mitigation for the Midwest”

· Weapons of Mass Destruction

· Fire Safety In Corporate America

· Private Sector - Public Sector “Coordinating Our Efforts”

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Benefits

Members participate and benefit from many local and state sponsored events in addition to monthly meeting activities.

· Technical and Non-Technical Information Exchange

· Networking Opportunities with Private and Public Sector Planners

· Specialized Workshops

· Nationally Renown Guest Speakers

· Professional Presentations By Members, Vendors and Local Authorities

· Cooperative efforts with Local, State and National Agencies

· Public/Private Partnership Program with FEMA

· Calendar of Events: Local, State and National Training and Conferences

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Forum Meetings

Meetings are held the third Thursday of each month from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at various civic and corporate locations in the area. Minutes from each meeting are distributed to the membership.

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Membership Requirements

Membership in the Forum is open to any individual in the Region interested in the exchange and dissemination of information regarding business continuity and recovery planning.

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Dues

Membership is available throughout the year and renewals take place January 01 of every calendar year.

Dues are $20 a year.

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How to Become a Member

To obtain an MCPF membership application contact:

MIKE SMILEY, Membership Director

Tel: (314) 628-5400

Email:michael_smiley@stlouisco.com

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Code Of Conduct

• Perform all professional activities and pay dues in accordance with the law and the highest ethical principles.
  
• Promote good business continuity/resumption concepts and practices.
  
• Maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary or otherwise sensitive information encountered in the course of professional activities.
  
• Discharge professional responsibilities with diligence and honesty.
  
• Refrain from any activities that might constitute a conflict of interest or otherwise damage the reputation of employers, the Business Resumption Planning profession, or the Forum.
  
• Not intentionally injure or impugn the professional representation or practice of colleagues, clients, or employers.
  

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