In this podcast episode, Shawn Pearson, VP of Education, interviews 2024 Rise Awards finalists Evan Nielson, nominated for the Young Professional Achievement Award, and Devin Lewis for Member of the Year about the purpose of the RISE Awards, eligibility and the nominations process. They also share their reactions to being nominated and their plans to continue positively impacting the industry.

They discuss their involvement in MPI, its impact on their careers, and their commitment to paying it forward by helping others achieve success.

The MPI RISE Awards recognize community members from across the globe, celebrating the spirit of leadership, impact, and innovation. 

Winners were announced at WEC 2024 in Louisville. Congratulations Evan and Devin!

Guest Speakers: Evan Nielson, CMP and Devin Lewis, CMP Fellow, CEM, DES

Moderator/Host: Shawn Pearson, Principal | Pearson & Associates and VP, Education
 

Recording Engineer: Chip Dizard, Photographer/Videographer | Chip Dizárd Studios

Chapters

 00:00 Introduction to the Rise Awards and Guests




00:26 Overview of the Rise Awards and Eligibility




01:14 Discussion of Award Categories




04:04 Devin Lewis's MPI Journey




06:32 The Impact of MPI Membership




08:19 Reactions to RISE Award Nominations




09:53 The Significance of Recognition




11:28 Paying It Forward and Helping Others Succeed




15:37 Enrichment and Balance in the Industry




22:08 Encouraging Involvement and Building Connections