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PCMA Southeast Annual Meeting

Name: PCMA Southeast Annual Meeting
Start: 2025-11-13T00:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-11-13T23:59:59-05:00
Location: Gas South District

November 13

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Mark your calendars for the PCMA Southeast Annual Meeting on Thursday, November 13, 2025, in Atlanta, GA!

Join us for an event of celebration, connection, and reflection as we honor the achievements of our chapter and the vibrant community that makes it all possible. This special occasion will include opportunities to network with industry peers, celebrate chapter recognitions, and hear from a inspiring guest speakers.

Space is limited! Register today to save your spot! Stay tuned for more details about the event schedule and speakers. Let’s come together to celebrate another year of resilience, growth, and success—don’t miss it!

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: Gas South District Convention Center
6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, GA 30097

REGISTER HERE

See Who’s Attending

Pricing:

Early Bird Pricing (Members Only – Through 10/15):
$99.00

General Admission
(Members After Early Bird deadline & All Non-Members):
$129.00

Space is limited! Register today to save your spot! Stay tuned for more details about the venue, event schedule, and speakers. Let’s come together to celebrate another year of resilience, growth, and success—don’t miss it!

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Book Your Group Rate!

Make your Annual Meeting experience a Staycation, or take advantage of a special group rate and travel to Atlanta for the meeting. The Westin Atlanta Gwinnett is offering a special group rate of $99 per night plus tax through Monday, November 3.

BOOK NOW

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Schedule

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

6:00 pm – Reception at Overstory Rooftop Bar at The Westin Gwinnett

Thursday, November 13, 2025

9:00 – 9:45 am – Registration at Gas South District Convention Center
10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Annual Meeting
10:50 – 11:50 am – “What is Happening in the AV Industry and How to Negotiate Good Outcomes” – Les Goldberg, Founder LMG
12:00 – 1:00 pm – Lunch
1:05 – 2:05 pm – “Trends in Live Events” Panel Discussion – Dave Sukula, Gas South; Anne Chen, Visit Gwinnett; Vagn Nielson, Proof of the Pudding; moderated by Tonisha Landry, PCMASE President
2:05 – 2:55 pm – Coffee/Snack Break and Networking
2:55 – 3:55 pm – “The F-word…Feedback” – Ama Agyapong, Principal Strategist Inclusion Enterprises

Friday, November 14, 2025

9:00 am – 5:30 pm – Post-FAM Experience

Parking

** Parking will be complimentary as a courtesy of Gas South District. Park in Deck 1 – Level P3 is Convention Center access.

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PCMA SE x Make-A-Wish Georgia: Help Us Celebrate Lavender’s Wish!

Join us in spreading a little magic! We’re partnering with Make-A-Wish Georgia to celebrate Lavender, a creative 13-year-old who loves art, music, and her four cats. View Lavender’s Wish Bio.

Lavender’s wish to sail on the Disney Very Merry Time Cruise is coming true this December — and you can help make her send-off extra special!

How to Participate:

Choose a gift from Lavender’s Amazon Wish List
Ship items directly to Kristin with Make-A-Wish Georgia OR to yourself to bring to the event on November 13th.
Join us on-site as we create a Cheer Board filled with notes and encouragement for Lavender!

Let’s come together to make this wish celebration truly unforgettable for Lavender and her family.

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Welcome Reception

Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm

Connect with PCMA Southeast and our sponsors The Westin Atlanta Gwinnett and Explore Gwinnett at a special Welcome Reception on Wednesday, November 12th, at 6:00pm.

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Post-FAM Experience

Interested in exploring Gas South District for your own event?

Explore Gwinnett is offering a Post-fam for meeting planners on Friday, November 14th! Your overnight stay on Thursday, November 13th, will be covered, and an exciting schedule of activities to come.

Contact Emily Grgetic to get registered for the Post-FAM:
Emily Grgetic
Sales Coordinator
Direct: 770-814-6055
[email protected]

Updated Itinerary: Exclusive Meeting Planner FAM

Thursday, November 13
4:45 PM – Meet in the lobby at Westin Atlanta Gwinnett
5:00 PM – Site Visit: Gas South District
5:45 PM – VIP Reception sponsored by Proof of the Pudding
6:45 PM – Return to the Westin

Friday, November 14
9:30 AM – Site Visit: Westin Atlanta Gwinnett
10:15 AM – Site Visit: Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta NE Gwinnett Sugarloaf
11:00 AM – Medieval Times – VIP Behind-the-Scenes Tour
12:00 PM – Dave & Buster’s – Lunch & Fun
2:00 PM – Site Visit: Crowne Plaza Atlanta NE – Norcross
2:45 PM – Site Visit: Hilton Atlanta NE – Peachtree Corners
3:30 PM – Politan Row at The Forum – Gwinn & Tonic Happy Hour Reception
5:30 PM – Shuttle returns to the Westin

Contact Emily Grgetic to Register for the Post-FAM

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Meet Our Speakers

Ama Agyapong
CEO, Inclusion Enterprises

Ama is a Speaker, Master Facilitator, certified EEOC investigator, and talented senior-level consultant with 15 years of progressive leadership experience in human resources, strategic planning, program development , and employee engagement . With an MBA in Global Management , her mission is to help organizations build inclusive, feedback- driven workplace cultures where people and performance thrive.

Ama has shared her knowledge with organizations like the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the National Legal Aid Defender Association (NLADA), The Institute of Internal Auditors – National & Mexico (IIA & IMAI), Florida Festivals and Events Association (FFEA), and numerous corporations, nonprofits, and universities.

Les Goldberg
Founder & CEO/President, LMG

Les Goldberg founded LMG in 1984 at just 17, turning a $5,000 loan and a passion for technology into a global company delivering full-service solutions for live events, tours, and systems integration. Today, he serves as CEO of Entertainment Technology Partners, guiding a family of brands that support live events worldwide. An entrepreneur, author, and advocate for innovation in the event industry, Les remains dedicated to advancing best practices and inspiring the next generation of leaders.