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SUMMARY:30th Anniversary Celebration Holiday Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Holiday Mixer at Buddy Guy’s Legends and help us celebrate our 30th Anniversary! Network with fellow PCMA Greater Midwest Chapter friends while reminiscing about 30 years of PCMA GMC memories.  Enjoy a Silent Auction\, live jazz music\, and of course an open bar! \nPlanners use code “VISITDETROIT” to receive complimentary registration\, courtesy of our registration sponsor: \nREGISTER NOW\nNew this year\, we are excited to announce that we will be holding our annual Silent Auction at the Holiday Mixer. For the past three decades\, our chapter has been at the heart of the greater Midwest hospitality community\, tirelessly working to elevate our industry\, empower professionals\, and create a welcoming space for everyone who shares our passions.  As we celebrate our 30th anniversary\, we invite you to take part in our silent auction and donate to play a crucial role in securing our future.  All funds raised will directly support three essential aspects of our chapter’s mission: Chapter Programming\, Education Initiatives and Administration.  Consider donating now by clicking on the donate now button below! \n \n. \n\nMake sure you get your hand stamped when you arrive. This stamp will allow you to come back once Buddy Guy’s is open to the public and waive your $15 entrance fee. Don’t want to leave when the event wraps? No need! Join us by the bar at 7:00pm* while the venue gets ready to open to the public at 7:45pm and stay for live music until midnight! \n*Bar switches to cash bar at 7:00pm. \nVenue Sponsor:\n \n  \nTitle & 30th Anniversary Sponsor \n \nBar Sponsor \n \nBathroom Sponsor \n \nMusic Sponsor \n \nPhotography Sponsor \n \nRegistration Sponsor \n \n  \nAre you Interested in becoming a Holiday Mixer? Explore Available Sponsorship Opportunities! 
URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/holiday-mixer-2023/
LOCATION:Buddy Guy’s Legends\, 700 S Wabash Ave\, Chicago\, IL
CATEGORIES:• Greater Midwest,Chapters
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SUMMARY:Bowl-A-Thon 2023
DESCRIPTION:10pin Bowling Lounge\n330 N State St\nChicago\, IL 60654 \nREGISTER NOW\nBowl Your Way In!\nGet your teams of 6 together – Registration for the the networking event of the year is now open! \n  \nPlanners who wish to be hosted for this event can apply here. \n  \nAre you Interested in becoming a Bowl-A-Thon Sponsor? Explore Available Sponsorship Opportunities!  \n  \nDonate to the Wine & Spirit Pull!\nDonating to the Wine & Spirit Pull is not just an act of generosity\, it’s an opportunity to savor the flavor of Philanthropy. When you participate all funds raised will directly support three essential aspects of our chapter’s mission: Chapter Programming\, Education Initiatives\, and Administration. \nThe concept is simple: you donate a bottle(s) of wine or spirit with a minimum value over $15\, and during the event attendees have the opportunity to purchase tickets to select from a diverse collection of options\, all wrapped up in secrecy. \nYour contribution not only lifts the “spirits” but also raises worthy funds for our chapter. \nTitle Sponsor \n \n  \nBar Sponsors \n \nBathroom Sponsor Lane Sponsors \n \nIn-Kind Sponsors \n \n 
URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/bowl-a-thon-2023-back-to-bowl-sics/
LOCATION:10PIN Bowling Lounge\, 435 E Illinois St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:• Greater Midwest,Chapters
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SUMMARY:Hospitality Industry Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:You and your colleagues are invited to participate in the first-ever collaboration between Greater Midwest Chapter PCMA\, Choose Chicago and Chicago Public Schools. \nWe are hosting a Hospitality Industry Career Fair with the CPS Career and Technical Education team with the goal to introduce students pursuing culinary and hospitality programs to opportunities within our industry. \n Representatives from the following areas will be included:\nHotels\, major chains and independents\nConvention & Visitor Bureaus\, Destination Marketing Organizations\nThird Party Meeting Companies\, large companies\, small\nDestination Management Companies\nCulinary including Restaurants and Catering\nLocal colleges & universities with hospitality majors\, minors\, courses \nThe Fair will be held at McCormick Place Chicago south building\, on Wednesday\, November 1\, 2023\, 9:30am – 3pm. Set-up can begin at 7am and tables should be ready by 9:15am. You will have a 6’ table and two chairs. This is at no cost to you.  \nWe are asking you to come prepared to have engaging and interactive conversations with approx. 300-400 diverse high school students. Share job descriptions and talk about your personal experience getting to your present position. Share what employers in your area of expertise are looking for and discuss the best path to an entry level job. Discuss skills required to grow within the industry. Also\, include any information on internships and freelance opportunities\, if applicable. \nWe also encourage bringing diverse representation from your organization\, along with representatives across departments. \nWe are looking for cool giveaways that would be attractive to young people\, perhaps a string bag with swag included that is convenient and useful. \nWe would like to have everyone signed up by October 18 so we can share a complete list of representatives with the students attending. \nIf you have any questions\, we are happy to assist. Please email Barb Thavis at barbara.thavis@hilton.com and Patty Olejnik at patty.olejnik@maritz.com.
URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/hospitality-industry-career-fair/
LOCATION:McCormick Place – South Building\, 2301 S King Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616
CATEGORIES:• Greater Midwest,Chapters
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SUMMARY:DEI Education Event – Keeping DEI in the DNA of Your Organization: Powering Up for the Pushback
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nThis is a must-attend event for meeting and event professionals aiming to power up their DEI efforts. In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape\, it is crucial to ensure that diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) remain at the forefront of our organizational DNA. This event is designed to provide you with the latest insights\, strategies\, and tools to advance your DEI initiatives and navigate pushback. Learn from industry experts about the importance of DEI in our industry and receive sustainable DEI practices that can be used in your organization.​​​​ \nPlanners use code “PROJECTION” to receive complimentary registration. \nMeet our Speaker\nCie Armstead\, MPA\, DBA\nPronouns: She\, Her\, Hers \nAdministrative Director\, Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion\nAmerican College of Surgeons \nFor more than 30 years\, Cie has served as a leader in various association management and diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) roles.  Two core values that she has sought to exemplify throughout her career are serving others and seeking the positive in every situation.  In August 2021\, Cie joined the American College of Surgeons as an executive leader for its new strategic focus on anti-racism\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion.  She is also the founder of Owlservations\, LLC\, a career service firm dedicated to equipping and empowering professionals of color to excel in their careers. \nPreviously\, Cie served for over 5 years as the inaugural Diversity & Inclusion Director for the American College of Healthcare Executives\, and for 24 years with the American Bar Association. During her ABA tenure\, Cie held several leadership positions including Diversity Center Director\, Senior Staff Advisor to the ABA President\, and Director of Litigation Section Periodicals. Cie is a frequent presenter\, writer\, and consultant on DEI and association management topics\, specializing in evidence-based practices and creating collaborative initiatives to achieve DEI and organizational objectives. She serves as the 2023 Chair of the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) Foundation Research Committee and previously Chaired the ASAE D&I Committee and its Diversity Executive Leadership Program Selection Committee (2016-2017); she has also held several leadership positions with the Association Forum of Chicagoland. On the NIGP: Institute for Public Procurement Board’s Talent Council\, Cie is the 2021-2023 DEI Thought Leader.  Cie earned an undergraduate Journalism degree from Northwestern University\, a Master’s in Public Administration from Roosevelt University\, and a Doctorate in Business Administration\, specializing in Industrial Organizational Psychology\, from Northcentral University. \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS\n  \nTitle Sponsor\n \n\n  \nPlanner Registration\n\n\n  \nEducation Breakout Sponsors\n               \nIn-Kind Sponsors\n    \n 
URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/dei-education-event-keeping-dei-in-the-dna-of-your-organization-powering-up-for-the-pushback/
LOCATION:Hilton Chicago\, 702 S. Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:• Greater Midwest,Chapters
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual GMC PCMA Golf Classic
DESCRIPTION:[vc_btn title=”Register Now” color=”sky” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fna.eventscloud.com%2Fereg%2Fnewreg.php%3Feventid%3D741427%26|title:Register%20Now|target:_blank”] \n\nJoin us at the beautiful Itasca Country Club for the 2nd Annual GMC PCMA Golf Classic! This will be a great day of networking and leisure on a mature\, championship course. Exceptionally fun to play for anyone from a scrap player to a 30 handicap\, and every single hole is postcard worthy! This will be a scramble outing. \n  \nTentative Schedule: \nRegistration and Continental Breakfast 8:30 AM \nShotgun Start 9:30 AM \nLunch 11:30 AM \nActivities / Clinic for non-golfers 1:30 PM \nReception 3:00 PM \n  \nNot a golfer? We have you covered!\nAttend a riveting golf clinic covering driving\, chipping\, and putting. Enjoy lunch and the early evening reception OR attend the reception only! \n  \nAttendee Pricing:\nGolf Foursome $695.00 \nGolf Twosome $400.00 \nIndividual Golfer $200.00 \nLunch\, Golf Clinic & Reception Group of 5 $575.00 \nGolf Clinic & Reception Group of 5 $450.00 \nLunch\, Golf Clinic & Reception Single $125.00 \nGolf Clinic & Reception Single $100.00 \nReception Only Group of 5 $300.00 \nReception Only Single $65.00 \n  \nSponsorship Opportunities: \nEach opportunity will provide on-site signage recognition. A logo will need to be submitted by each sponsor. \nReception Sponsor $4\,000\n(SOLD TO KALAHARI)\n• Welcome remarks @ Reception\n• (2) complimentary registrations\n• Promo Product on bar/high tops (One (1) 8.5 x 11 Sign on Bar)\n• Logo on Email promo \nBeverage Cart Sponsor $3\,000\n(SOLD TO LAS VEGAS CONVENTION & VISITORS AUTHORITY)\no 1 golf cart\no (1) complimentary registrations\no Logo on Email promo\no Sponsor will pay cart bar bill at the end \nGolf Cart Beverage Sponsor $2\,000 (1 Available)\n(ONE SOLD TO RECALL DIGITAL MEDIA)\no 1 golf cart – cooler with (can or plastic only)\ndrink options through catering\no Sponsor will pay on consumption at end\no (1) complimentary registrations\no Logo on Email promo \nBreakfast Sponsor $2\,000 (1 Available)\n• 2-minute remarks @ breakfast\n• (1) complimentary registrations\n• Promo Product Placement\n• Logo on Email promo\n• Logo on all Print Signage \nBox Lunch Sponsor $2\,000\n(SOLD TO COLUMBUS)\n• 2-minute remarks @ lunch\n• (1) complimentary registrations\n• Logo on Email promo\n• Logo on all Print Signage \nGolf Clinic / Activities Sponsor $2\,000 (1 out of 3 Available)\n(TWO SOLD TO THE PALM BEACHES & DISCOVER PHILADELPHIA)\n• 2-minute remarks\n• (1) complimentary registrations\n• Promo Product Placement\n• Logo on Email promo \nClosest to the pin – Hole 4 – $1500\n(SOLD TO SAN FRANCISCO)\n• (2) complimentary registrations\n• 1 golf cart included\, 1 6ft table with 2 chairs for products\n• Connect with catering for any F&B items\n• Logo on Email promo\n• Printed yard sign with logo\n• Sponsor provides prizes \nLongest Drive – Hole 13 – $1500\n(SOLD TO VISIT SAVANNAH)\n• (2) complimentary registrations\n• 1 golf cart included\n• 1 6ft table with 2 chairs for products\n• Connect with catering for any F&B items\n• Logo on Email promo\n• Printed yard sign with logo\n• Sponsor provides prizes \nHole Sponsor $1\,800 for premier hole\n(SOLD TO HILTON HAWAIIAN VILLAGE\, PRODUCTION TRANSPORT\, VISIT INDY\, HILTON ANATOLE\, HILTON AMERICAS HOUSTON & POND RIPPLE MEDIA))\n• Premier location on the course \nHole Sponsor $1\,800 with beverages \n(SOLD TO SYNCHRONICITIES\, HILTON WORLD WIDE\, VISIT PITTSBURGH\, IHG\, & DESTINATION VANCOUVER)\n• Hole includes at minimum a water station\n• Sponsor can upgrade beverage selections with catering \nRegular Holes $1\,500\n(SOLD TO MGM RESORTS\, HILTON ANATOLE\, HILTON AMERICAS HOUSTON\, MONTEREY MEETINGS\, VISIT FORT WORTH\, VISIT SPOKANE\, & WYNN LAS VEGAS)\n• (2) complimentary registrations\n• 1 golf cart included\n• 1 6ft table with 2 chairs for products\n• Connect with catering for any F&B items\n• Printed yard sign with logo\n• Logo on Email promo \nDisplay Table near Registration – $500\n(SOLD TO GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE CVB & RENO TAHOE)\n• (1) complimentary registration\n• Product Showcase tabletop\n• Logo on website\n• Logo on Email promo \nThank you to our Sponsors! \n  \nBeverage Cart Sponsor: \n \nLunch Sponsor: \n \nReception & Champagne Toast Sponsor: \n \nGolf Cart Beverage Sponsor: \n \nGolf Clinic / Activities Sponsor: \n   \nClosest to the Pin Sponsor: \n \n  \nLongest Drive Sponsor: \n \n  \nHole Sponsors: \n           \n     \n                    \nDisplay Table Sponsors: \n \n  \nIn-Kind Sponsors: \n     \nGet noticed by donating a raffle prize! Contact greatermidwest@pcma.org
URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/2nd-annual-gmc-pcma-golf-classic/
LOCATION:Itasca Country Club\, 400 E. Orchard St\, Itasca\, IL\, 60143
CATEGORIES:• Greater Midwest,Chapters
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SUMMARY:JOINT EDUCATION WITH IAEE MIDWESTERN CHAPTER
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open! Join fellow Chicago meetings and events professionals for a day of networking and education. \nDate: June 8\, 2023\nLocation: Renaissance Schaumburg Chicago Convention Center Hotel\, Schaumburg\, IL \n  \n  \nIAEE MWC & PCMA GMC are spinning the hottest tracks of summer!\nCollaborate with your peers at our (7) round table\, sizzling\, hot topics.\nThis meeting will not miss a beat!\n\nTentative Schedule  \n12pm               Meet to board shuttle (pick up at 21 C History Museum) \n\n\n                        Transportation sponsored by Production Transport \n12:10-1pm       Shuttle ride to Renaissance \n1-1:30pm         Registration & Showcase Sponsors/begin scavenger hunt \n1:30-2pm         Welcome & Event Overview \n2-2:30pm         Topic Brainstorming + Voting \n2:30-3pm         Snack Break + Showcase Scavenger Hunt/Facilitators working out topics \n3:10-3:40pm    Breakout 1 \n3:45-4:15pm    Breakout 2 \n4:20-4:50pm    Breakout 3 \n4:50-5pm         Wrap Up/Thank You/Adjourn to Reception \n5-6/6:15pm      Reception \n6:15pm            Shuttle returns to city (drops off at 21 C History Museum) \n\n                        Transportation sponsored by Production Transport\n\n\n\n\nCOLLABORATED & EMPOWERED BY:
URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/joint-education-with-iaee-chicago-2/
LOCATION:Renaissance Schaumburg
CATEGORIES:• Greater Midwest,Chapters,Industry Calendar
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SUMMARY:White Sox Outing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon at the ballpark for the annual GMC White Sox Networking Event! \nA limited number of tickets are available for each category so register today! \n  \n11:00 am – 11:30 am – Registration Opens/Networking \n11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Improving the Game: How the Chicago White Sox Design Inclusive and Attendee-Centered Events \nThis education session will provide a behind-the-scenes look at how the Chicago White Sox design the attendee experience for their events and game day. By attending this session\, participants will gain insights into how the team is enhancing the attendee experience through customer service\, personalization\, technology and by focusing on inclusivity\, diversity\, and equity. \nLearning Objectives:\nLearn best practices and strategies for how the Chicago White Sox and Levy are enhancing the special event and game day experience.\nExplore the team’s tactics and strategies for incorporating DEI principles into their events and game day.\nDiscover how to incorporate DEI principles into your own events to create a more inclusive and equitable experience for attendees. \n12:30 pm – End of game – Transfer to seats/Networking/ Food and drinks \n1:10 pm – Play Ball! \n\nContact GMC Sponsorship Committee Chairs for available sponsorship opportunities!\nMichelle Whitworth mwhitworth@connect2amc.com\nAdrienne Nudo anudo@hvcb.org \n  \nSponsorship Opportunities: \nBar Sponsor $2\,500 (SOLD TO TRAVEL PORTLAND)  \n\nOpportunity to provide branded items items in bar area\n(2) Complimentary Registrations\n(1) Social media spotlight posts\nEvent Registration list (Name/Title/Company only)\nLogo displayed at event\nLogo on all event marketing promotions\nLogo on event registration website\n\nEducation Sponsor $2\,500 (SOLD TO TMS)  \nThis education session will provide a behind-the-scenes look at how the Chicago White Sox design the attendee experience for their events and game day.  By attending this session\, participants will gain insights into how the team is enhancing the attendee experience through customer service\, personalization\, technology and by focusing on inclusivity\, diversity and equity. \n\n3 minutes podium time\n(2) Complimentary registrations\n(1) video in marketing email\nLogo displayed at event\nLogo on all event marketing promotions\nLogo on event registration website\n\nRegistration Sponsor $1\,500 (SOLD TO ATLANTA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU) \n\nOpportunity to supply/provide and distribute branded bags for all attendees to use and keep\nGreet guests as they check-in at Registration\n(1) Complimentary Registration\nSignage near registration\nEvent registration list (Name/Title/Company Only)\nLogo displayed at event\nLogo on all event marketing promotions\nLogo on event registration website\n\n  \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! \nEducation Sponsor: \n \nBar Sponsor: \n \n  \nPlanner Registration Sponsor:
URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/white-sox-outing/
LOCATION:Guaranteed Rate Field\, 333 W 35th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:• Greater Midwest,Chapters,Industry Calendar
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