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Business Events executives join PCMA for meaningful and tailored networking; access to superior events, and resources to elevate your career.

PCMA EDUCON 2019

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From event marketers to experience architects, attendees of this conference value its immersive education and deliberate small group networking.

CMP ONLINE PREP

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For years, event organizers have trusted PCMA’s CMP Prep course to study for the Exam. We are committed to your success.

Can’t attend all three days?

CAN’T MAKE IT TO LOS ANGELES?

Join us online for two days of select sessions, thought leader interviews and so much more!

EDUCATION & INSIGHT

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LATEST COVER STORY

Ending the ‘Last Acceptable Prejudice’

The business case for a mixed-gender, mixed-race — and mixed-age — workforce.

June 1, 2019

The Busy Person’s Guide to Emotional Intelligence

Vanessa Loney: ‘There is Never a Dull Moment When Planning Events’

How Organizations Build Ties Through Community Service

No Doggy Bag for You: Digging into the Issue of Food Waste

Event Engagement: Help Attendees Connect Through Meal Prep

Tamika Catchings Takes the Main Stage at PCMA’s Education Conference

The Busy Person’s Guide to Emotional Intelligence

Vanessa Loney: ‘There is Never a Dull Moment When Planning Events’

How Organizations Build Ties Through Community Service

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UPCOMING WEBINARS

Webinar: Welcoming Diverse Travelers with More Inclusive Events

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July 11, 2019 @ 1:00 PM CDT

Webinar: 10 Myths About Multigenerational Meetings

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July 25, 2019 @ 1:00 PM CDT

Webinar: Target Marketing: Increase Your Attendance

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August 6, 2019 @ 1:00 PM CDT

Webinar: Events as a Powerful Catalyst for Richer Intergenerational Dialogue

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September 26, 2019 @ 1:00 PM CDT

Webinar: Welcoming Diverse Travelers with More Inclusive Events

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July 11, 2019 @ 1:00 PM CDT

FACE-TO-FACE EVENTS

2019 PCMA EduCon

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June 25, 2019

COST:

$815

PCMA EduCon’s energetic, immersive and provocative program attracts thought leaders, event marketers, experience designers and business events strategists from around the world. EduCon is known

The Meetings Show is the best platform in the UK for the meetings and events industry to come together over two jam-packed days. On 25 June 2019, PCMA will host a Knowledge Exchange session on a business model for your organization.

Knowledge Exchange – Taipei

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June 26, 2019

COST:

FREE

Knowledge Exchanges are localized platforms for education and exchange, focusing on regional education to engage local audiences, deliver high-level Business Events education and to facilitate business connections through the learning experience.

2019 PCMA Foundation Pool Party

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July 21, 2019

Get ready for some good times and tan lines! Enjoy food/drinks by the pool and celebrate summer with The Harvey Sometimes and the largest network of meeting pros, PCMA. Grab your swimsuit, family and friends. Tickets will sell out!

Destinations International 2019 Annual Convention

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July 23, 2019

As the premier event for destination professionals, Destinations International's 2019 Annual Convention provides a unique opportunity for destination organizations to connect with and learn from peers and thought leaders from inside and outside the industry.

Digital Event Strategist Live Online Course – June – September

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July 23, 2019

COST:

$595

The Digital Event Strategist (DES) Online Course is a live, seven-week, interactive program teaching you how to strategically plan, produce and measure digital and hybrid (in-person and digital) events.

2019 PCMA EduCon

JOIN IN PERSON:

June 25, 2019

COST:

$815

PCMA EduCon’s energetic, immersive and provocative program attracts thought leaders, event marketers, experience designers and business events strategists from around the world. EduCon is known

The Meetings Show 2019

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June 26, 2019

Knowledge Exchange – Taipei

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June 26, 2019

COST:

FREE

FULL INDUSTRY CALENDAR

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From the heart of PCMA — the Education Foundation, to the authority of Live Stream events Digital Experience Institute, along with the recent acquisition of ICESAP.

FROM OUR PARTNERS

Insights from leading experts on the latest business event trends.

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PCMA works with its partners to strengthen the industry, support and educate today’s decision makers and prepare the next generation for the future of our Industry.