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Committee Focus Peer-to-Peer Committee As we wrap up the programming year, we decided to spotlight a committee whose focus is helping to shape the future of our membership. Meet Caryn Granzow, co-chair of the Peer-to-Peer (formerly Mentoring) Committee. Caryn, an Illinois native, has been a member of MPI since January 2006 and is the director of sales & marketing at the Conrad Chicago. A 12-year industry veteran, Caryn started her career as an administrative assistant at Hyatt’s corporate headquarters, went on to open the Hyatt Regency at McCormick Place as a sales manager, then headed south to the Hyatt Regency in Atlanta. Since returning to Chicago in early 2001, she has held sales positions at the Westin Chicago River North, Sheraton Chicago and as associate director of sales at Le Meridien prior to the hotel’s transition to the Conrad in November 2005. By Melissa M. Lipton, CMP Wyndham Sugar Bay Resort & Spa N&V: Share one fact that most people do not know about you! Caryn: After graduating from Drake University with a degree in Political Science, I was a Deputy Assessor of Cook County located in Northfield Township. I assisted residents with understanding their property taxes. In my spare time, I ran state political campaigns. N&V: As this issue of News & Views is featuring Chicago, can you share with us your favorite places to go or things to see and do in the summer in our great region? Caryn: Playing beach volleyball at North Avenue Beach tops the list (followed by cold drinks at the “Boathouse”). Tennis at Waveland is also a favorite. I love sitting outside on the Terrace at Conrad, especially on Sundays and Mondays when we show movies. And just a simple walk along the lakefront whether up in Evanston or in the city is my way to relax. N&V: What or who inspires you? Caryn: My father was an amazing inspiration. As a child psychotherapist he was the most patient and calm person I have ever met. He also had the most amazing work ethic. He taught me the merits of hard work both professionally and personally. N&V: What would we find in your fridge right now? On your coffee table? Caryn: The side of my refrigerator is covered with wonderful photos of my friends’ children. My coffee table is covered with remote controls, thanks to my husband’s love of electronics. N&V: Seeing our theme this issue, it is practically required of us to ask: Cubs or Sox? What is your favorite Chicago pizza / place? And, have you ever put ketchup on a Chicago-style hot dog? Caryn: I’m a die hard Cubs fan!!!! For pizza, I have to go with Giordano’s - deep dish, of course. If I admit to putting ketchup on a Chicago-style hot dog, do I get disowned as a Chicagoan? N&V: What was the last book you read? Last movie you saw? And a quick recommendation to our readers, of course! Caryn: I am currently reading A Year of Living Biblically, by A.J. Jacobs. In Bruges was the most recent movie I saw. I highly recommend Devil in the White City, by Erik Larson - it’s a fascinating Chicago read. N&V: Tell us a bit about the achievements of the Peer-to-Peer committee this year and your thoughts looking ahead to next year. Caryn: We have done an overhaul of the mentoring program this year. The mentoring applications are much more user friendly and with the help of the Student Affairs Committee, we have more questions that apply to our growing student membership. We had a fantastic event this spring that was part of our partnership with the Student Affairs Committee. Sue Tinnish led the Mocktail event at the Conrad Chicago on March 5th (see recap on page 21). It was very successful and informative to studenst and professionasl alike. We continue to work on the Subject Matter Expert (SME) program which we hope to roll out at the beginning of the 2008/2009 MPI year. N&V: Since it is finally summer, what is your favorite getaway or dream vacation and why. Caryn: Why would I ever leave Chicago in the summer??? However, I wouldn’t pass up an opportunity to visit my husband’s parents in England. 12 news & views | may-june 2008 www.mpicac.org
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