Join us as we honor our GMC stars being recognized for their achievements throughout 2024!

Date:
Tuesday March 18th, 2025
11:00 am – 11:30 am – Registration
11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Educational Panel Discussion
12:30 – 1:30 pm – 2024 Award Recipient Recognition

Location:
Chicago Marriott Magnificent Mile
540 Michigan Ave,
Chicago, IL 60611

Pricing:
Planner Member: $95.00
Planner Non-Member: $125.00
Supplier Member: $140.00
Supplier Non-Member: $175.00
Table Sponsorship: 1 table $1,085.00 | 2 tables $2,000

Event Description:
This luncheon will feature an educational panel discussion and honor Chapter stars being recognized for their achievements throughout 2024!

Insights from Award-Winning Meeting Professionals

Join us for an engaging discussion with past award winners who have excelled in the meeting planning industry. These distinguished professionals will share how their involvement with PCMA Greater Midwest Chapter (GMC), combined with their dedication to the field, has opened doors for continued growth and success in their careers.

In addition to reflecting on their journeys, the panel will explore the future of the industry—addressing key challenges and opportunities, including the impact of rising costs and AI integrations on event planning. Gain valuable insights into how industry leaders are adapting to change and positioning themselves for success in an evolving landscape. Don’t miss this chance to hear from the best and be inspired for the road ahead!

Panelists:

Angie Ranalli, San Diego Tourism Authority, 2003 Richard A. “Dick” Daignault Award
Hilary Rosenthal, Sheraton Grand, 2012 GEM Award
Phillip Ridley, Emergency Nurses Association, 2017 Pillar Award
Colleen Bagnasco, Association Management Center, 2024 Robert J. “Bob” Donovan Award

2024 Award Recognition
View the 2024 award recipients

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Collecting Donations for Deborah’s Place at the Awards Event

In recognition of Women’s History Month, the GMC DEI Committee is proud to partner with Deborah’s Place, a Chicago-based organization dedicated to opening doors of opportunity for women experiencing homelessness. Through supportive housing and comprehensive services, Deborah’s Place empowers women to heal, achieve their goals, and move beyond homelessness.

We invite attendees to join us in supporting this meaningful cause. We will be collecting donations of much-needed, full-sized personal care items at the Awards Event to present to Deborah’s Place following the event. Your contributions make a difference!

Items most needed include:

• Dish Soap
• Hand Soap
• Mouthwash
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Body Wash
• Toothbrushes
• Toothpaste

To learn more about Deborah’s Place and their impact, please visit their website HERE

New this year: Sponsor a table! 

Table sponsorships offer the opportunity to build connections and engage with planners and industry colleagues. As a Table Sponsor, you will receive a reserved table for 10 attendees at the event. You can fill your table in one of two ways:

1. Extend invitations to your network – Sponsors may register their team members, clients, or industry colleagues.
2. Welcome planners seeking a hosted seat – Planners interested in being hosted can submit a request using our HOSTED PLANNER FORM. Sponsors can access these submissions HERE and select attendees for their table.

Interested in sponsoring this event? Opportunities are listed below. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions or to reserve a sponsorship.

Title Sponsor (can be split among multiple sponsors): $7,000

Sponsor Benefits:

• 3 min Podium Time
• 3 Comp Registrations
• Event Registration List
• Social Media Post
• Logo on Signage

Education Sponsor: $5,000
Sponsor Benefits:

• 90 Second Podium Time
• 2 Comp Registrations
• Event Registration List
• Logo on Signage

Reception/Bar Sponsor: $3,000
Sponsor Benefits:

• 2 Comp Registrations
• Sign on bar with logo and signature drink
• Provide branded items in bar area
• Logo on Signage

Table Sponsorship: $1,085 (1 table) | $2,000 (2 tables)
Sponsor Benefits:

• Reserved table for 10 attendees per table
• Opportunity to invite planners as guests
• Recognition in event promotional emails
• Logo on event signage
• Video promotion opportunity: Provide a video link highlighting your company,
  which will be hyperlinked to your logo in marketing emails and posted
  individually on GMC’s Facebook and LinkedIn page
• Attendee list post event
• Branding opportunity: Customize and decorate your table

Entertainment or Photobooth Sponsor: $1,000
Sponsor Benefits:

• Cover cost of Entertainment or Photobooth during reception
• Logo on Signage

Display Table: $500
Sponsor Benefits:

• High Boy or 6ft Table (depending on space)
• Provide banded items
• Logo on Signage

Program Ads:

• Full Page: $500
• Half Page: $250