Finding the information you need is one thing; translating it into knowledge is quite another. It is because knowledge management is so important to the success of meeting professionals that the Professional Convention Management Association has amassed an extensive array of industry resources. New material, additional links, and fresh sources continue to be added on an ongoing basis, so visit this section of the PCMA site often in order to enhance your meeting planning knowledge.

 MeetingMetrics^SM: Be among the first in the industry to use MeetingMetrics^SM, an online meeting research and measurement service that will deliver the quality of a customized survey at a fraction of the cost. This new service, specifically customized for PCMA members, is based on 25 years of pre- and post-meeting survey results from numerous Fortune 500 companies such as Johnson and Johnson, Coors, Abbott Labs, and Sun Microsystems. Thanks to PCMA's partnership with Starwood Hotels and Resorts, MeetingMetrics^SM is now available at an exclusive discounted price for PCMA members only. Be among the first in the industry to use MeetingMetrics^SM, an online meeting research and measurement service that will deliver the quality of a customized survey at a fraction of the cost. This new service, specifically customized for PCMA members, is based on 25 years of pre- and post-meeting survey results from numerous Fortune 500 companies such as Johnson and Johnson, Coors, Abbott Labs, and Sun Microsystems. Thanks to PCMA's partnership with Starwood Hotels and Resorts, MeetingMetrics^SM is now available at an exclusive discounted price for PCMA members only.

PCMA Space Verification^TM by MeetingMatrix^TM: PCMA has partnered with MeetingMatrix™ International (MMI) to develop an internationally recognized standard that allows both planners and facilities to accurately manage their event space. This partnership provides the most accurate, streamlined and efficient event space management tool in the industry: PCMA Space Verification™ by MeetingMatrix™.

Hosted Buyer Programs: Do you plan international meetings? Then take a moment to check out the Hosted Buyer Programs offered through PCMA. These programs enable members have an opportunity to attend both EIBTM and IMEX!

APEX Tools: APEX is the Accepted Practices Exchange, an initiative of the Convention Industry Council (CIC) to bring together all stakeholders in the development and implementation of industry-wide accepted practices to create and enhance efficiencies throughout the meetings, conventions and exhibitions industry.

Industry Links: Looking for a resource for your next event? End your search with the Industry Links section! Find CVBs, convention centers, hotels, industry associations and industry services to enhance your planning.