BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PCMA - ECPv5.14.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:PCMA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.pcma.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PCMA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD TZID:Europe/Berlin BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240129T191106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T211126Z UID:200637-1712739600-1712764800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:2024 Showcase DESCRIPTION:Co-located with Business Events Industry Week\, Showcase is an annual one-day event that invites Business Event Strategists to connect with industry partners through immersive booth experiences that will bring back the nostalgia of the cross-country road trip\, and link event needs with destinations\, venues\, technology\, and service providers. \nFor more information on the Showcase\, please click here. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/2024-showcase/ LOCATION:Walter E. Washington Convention Center\, 801 Mt Vernon Pl NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States CATEGORIES:• Networking,Featured,Industry Calendar,PCMA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1500x500-showcase24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T123000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240112T230010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T163735Z UID:199792-1712829600-1712838600@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:2024 Global Meetings Industry Day DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebration of Global Meetings Industry Day\, to discuss and gain valuable insights on the current landscape of the business events industry and uncover strategies to conquer challenges that lie ahead. Programming will include a thought-provoking keynote on the state of congress and the 2024 election as well as a panel discussion amplifying respected voices in the industry to focus on the workforce\, labor\, and unions within the meetings industry. Explore the intricacies of these topics and discover innovative approaches to managing the current\, and ever-changing\, labor force. All PCMA members are welcome\, regardless of your chapter affiliation. \nDate: April 11\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nAgenda:\n9:00AM: Registration\n10:00 AM: Welcome & Opening Keynote\n10:45 AM: Panel Discussion \nCost: \n\nCapital Chapter Planner Member $ 40.00\nCapital Chapter Supplier Member $ 55.00\nAffiliate Chapter Meeting Planner $ 40.00\nAffiliate Chapter Supplier Member $ 55.00\nMPI Potomac Planner Member $ 40.00\nMPI Potomac Supplier Member $ 55.00\nStudent $ 30.00\nPlanner Non-Member $ 65.00\nSupplier Non-Member $ 80.00\n\nKeynote Presentation\nMelissa Froehlich Flood – Marriott International \nHill Day Reflection Speaker\nNicole Porter – U.S. Travel Association \nPanel Discussion\nJoin our panel of experts as they delve into the dynamics of workforce challenges\, labor concerns\, and other crucial issues impacting the meetings industry. This session is designed specifically for business event strategists seeking to gain valuable insights on how to navigate the ever-changing landscape of workforce dynamics. \nAttendees will walk away with tangible takeaways including: \n\nGaining comprehensive understanding of why labor rates vary in different locations.\nLearning how to effectively analyze and evaluate labor costs to optimize budget planning.\nLearning how to ask the right questions to suppliers to ensure accurate and transparent quotes.\nStaying informed about the latest trends and developments in the labor market\, and understand how these trends impact your planning and decision-making processes.\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain invaluable insights and strategies that will empower you to navigate workforce dynamics in the meetings industry with confidence and success. Join us for this outcome-oriented session! \nPanel Speakers \n\nModerator: Leah Lewis – American Gear Manufacturers Association\nHootan Kaboli: Events DC\nJim Kelley: Fern Expo\nJohnathan Wilbert: Projection\n\n\nThank You to Our Partners!\n \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/2024-global-meetings-industry-day/ LOCATION:Walter E Washington Convention Center\, 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW\, Washington\, DC\, DC\, 20001\, United States CATEGORIES:• Capital,Featured,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/GMID2024SavetheDate-Social1-N3dPPC.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T124500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240112T100014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T173111Z UID:199768-1712839500-1712858400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Global Meetings Industry Day DESCRIPTION:Global Meetings Industry Day: Future@Work–Bridging Gaps and Embracing Differences \nJoin us to celebrate the business events industry and its resilient workforce\, learn from experts in the field\, and interact with your colleagues. Our GMID event will include 150+ business events professionals. This year’s program will focus on how to leverage the power of multiple generations in the events industry workforce to create growth. The meeting will start with a keynote presentation on harnessing the power of new generations to work better together. During this engaging and lively talk\, Tim Hines\, aka The Marketing Starter\, is a CMO\, keynote speaker\, author\, podcast show host\, and consultant who helps people master the art of human-to-human business and communications. He will help dispel myths about the generations\, provide strategies for bridging the gap between generations\, and discuss how generations can work together to build back the workforce post-COVID. Tim will then moderate a panel discussion that dives deeper into building company culture\, staffing models and challenges\, and recruitment\, retention\, and job training. Panelists will represent all corners of the industry. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to learn from seasoned experts and each other! \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDiscuss how different generations work together and dispel myths about each generation\nExplore how to build bridges between generations and create a company culture that speaks to and encourages all generations\nConsider how company culture and recruitment and retention strategies can lead to greater employee engagement\nDiscuss strategies for building back employment in the events industry for long-term sustainability\nNetwork with other meeting and event professionals\n\nSpeakers Include:  \n\nKeynote/Panel Moderator: Tim Hines\, FCMO\, Keynote Speaker\, Author\, Podcast Show Host\, and Consultant\nPanelists:\nKyle Bixby\, Meetings and Exhibits Coordinator\, ASCRS\nTheresa Barrett\, Deputy Executive Vice President\, New Jersey Academy of Family Physicians\nEdward Baten\, Complex General Manager\, W Philadelphia and Element Hotel\nErica Rudy\, University Programs Manager\, Hyatt\nTo review the speakers’ bios\, please click the word Panelists above.\n\nAgenda:\n12:45-1:30 PM: Registration\n1:30-2:00 PM: Welcome\n2:00-3:00 PM: Session One: Tim Hines—Gen Y and Gen Z Influencers: How We Can Harness the Power of the New Generations and Work Better Together\n3:00-3:30 PM: Break\n3:30-4:45 PM: Session Two: Panel Discussion\n4:45-5:00 PM: Wrap Up\n5:00-6:00 PM: Reception \nLocation & Parking:\nMany thanks to CYTO | PHL at the Cira Centre for hosting this event. Self-parking is located at the building adjacent to the Cira Centre\, and a discounted rate of $15.00 will be provided. The venue is across the street from 30th Street Station. Click here for more information about arrival instructions. \nRegistration Information: \n\nMembership to the PCMA Greater Philadelphia Chapter is not required to attend. Guests are welcome.\nIf you are not a member\, click here to learn more about membership.\nIf you are a member of PCMA\, but not a member of the Philadelphia Chapter\, please contact membership@pcma.org to add the Philadelphia Chapter to your account. The cost to add a chapter to your membership is $30.00.\nEarly registration closes on Monday\, April 8\, 2024\, at 12:00pm. After that\, only onsite registration will be available beginning at 12:45pm on Thursday\, April 11\, 2024.\nClick here to register or click on the blue button below.\n\nEducation Credit: PCMA has been approved by the Events Industry Council (EIC) as a Preferred Provider of the above-listed continuing education course\, which qualifies for CMP continuing education credit. Determination of continuing education credit eligibility or Preferred Provider status does not imply EIC’s endorsement or assessment of education quality. \nIf you plan to claim education credit\, please register for this meeting with the same email associated with your EIC account. You will receive an automated message to claim credit after the meeting when the final attendee roster is uploaded to the EIC. \nAccessibility: CYTO | PHL and the Cira Centre are accessible. If you need additional accessibility services or have questions\, please contact gppcma@comcast.net. \nNote: This event will offer refreshments and light snacks. Lunch will not be served. A networking reception with food and beverage will be provided at the conclusion of the meeting.\n \n\nA message from the Community Service Committee: At GMID\, donations will be collected for the Family Support Line. Their core mission is to advance the prevention and treatment of child sexual abuse. Services provided help children and families get the help they need to be safe\, heal\, break the cycle of abuse\, and thrive. \n\n\nThe Family Support Line is in need of journals\, coloring books for teens\, notebooks\, and crayons for The Room to Heal Program. Other items accepted are listed on their Amazon Wish List\, https://a.co/6Ouui24. Please bring a donation to GMID or purchase items through Amazon. \nThank you to our host\, sponsors\, and supporting partners! \n\n \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/global-meetings-industry-day-10/ LOCATION:Cyto | PHL\, Cira Centre\, 2929 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, 19104\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Greater Philadelphia,• Networking,Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/PHL-gmid23-1500x500-1-oCeKNU.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Greater%20Philadelphia%20Chapter":MAILTO:gppcma@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240306T093118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T153013Z UID:203559-1712851200-1712862000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:April GMID Panel DESCRIPTION:Space Available for members\, nonmembers and students! \nRegister for New England PCMA’s celebration of Global Meetings Industry Day\, an international day of advocacy showcasing the undeniable value that in-person business meetings\, trade shows\, incentive travel and conventions bring to communities. \nMeet our panel of seasoned New England CVB executives\, build industry connections\, gain insight on how to stay competitive and best utilize CVB partners while celebrating the resilience and future of the meeting’s industry.  CE credit pending. \nModerated by Cara Pratt of CSI-DMC. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/april-gmid-panel/ LOCATION:Meet Boston Offices\, 99 High Street\, 10th Floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• New England,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/people-holding-hands-gmid-scaled-mRIKW2.tmp_.gif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240411T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240411T183000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240314T094530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T121515Z UID:204053-1712853000-1712860200@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Global Meeting Industry Day – Pillar Award DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebration of Global Meetings Industry Day\, gain valuable insights on the current landscape of the business events industry and network with members of Northern California chapter associations at Above the Rim. \nPillar Award Winner \nStephen Revetria – President\, Giants Enterprises \nStephen Revetria leads the strategy and vision of Giants Enterprises. Revetria is responsible for developing new ventures complimentary to this Major League Baseball franchise and raising the profile of Oracle Park. Entering his 25th season with the organization\, Revetria has created new ballpark venues and expansive fan engagement programming including The Gotham Club\, Pier 48 and Giants Maritime Services that leverages the organization’s resources\, proficiency and its San Francisco Bay locale. He also directs curation of larger-than-life experiences for millions of guests and establishes dynamic revenue streams\, business endeavors and strategic partnerships. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, April 11\n4:30pm – 6:30pm\nNetworking Event Reception\nAbove the Rim at Chase Center\n690 Terry Francois Blvd\nSan Francisco\, CA 94158 \n$75 Member\n$95 Event Professional Non-Member\n$125 Suppler Non-Member\n*Price increases after April 4 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nAbove the Rim\nThis spectacular event space has floor to ceiling windows with views of the San Francisco skyline\, the Bay waterfront and surrounding piers. Located on the 9th floor of Chase Center\, Above The Rim has a private street level entrance from Terry Francois Blvd URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/global-meeting-industry-day-pillar-award/ LOCATION:Above the Rim\, Chase Center\, 1 Warriors Way\, San Francisco\, 94158 CATEGORIES:• Networking,• Northern California,Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/GMID-Official-Graphic-6Wc44j.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240124T190018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T101628Z UID:200326-1713456000-1713463200@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Let’s Get Social DESCRIPTION:Join your PCMA GSC peers at Punch Bowl Social for free gaming\, food and fun! It’s networking that packs a punch. (so punny) \nSet in Deep Ellum\, Punch Bowl Social Dallas takes funning to a new level with 2 floors of “dirty modern” design inspired by Jazz roots and Punch Rock music. They will be hosting us in their mezzanine area with a full private patio\, bowling\, darts\, giant scrabble\, arcade games\, and\, oh yes\, karaoke! \nApril 18\, 2024\n4:00 pm – 6:00 pm \nCost: $10 planners / $20 suppliers URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/lets-get-social/ LOCATION:Punch Bowl Social\, 2600 Main St\, Dallas\, TX\, 75226\, United States CATEGORIES:• Gulf States,• Networking,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Lets-Get-Social-2-zLbn6D.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Gulf%20States%20Chapter":MAILTO:gulfstates@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240404T221906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T182530Z UID:205253-1714039200-1714042800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:PCMA Webinar | Path Forward in Sustainability DESCRIPTION:Step onto the greener path of events with our upcoming webinar. Join us as we delve into the crossroads of what it means to be a certified sustainable event with our own Head of Sustainability\, Carolina Goradesky inspiring positive change one webinar at a time. Plus\, learn invaluable “Tips and Tricks” from Virginia Till of the EPA to enhance your event planning. \nDon’t miss your chance to be part of the movement towards greener\, more impactful gatherings! \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n [vc_btn title=”REGISTER NOW” style=”gradient-custom” gradient_custom_color_1=”#e0295d” gradient_custom_color_2=”#54a0df” shape=”round” size=”lg” align=”center” i_align=”right” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chevron-right” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fpcma.zoom.us%2Fwebinar%2Fregister%2FWN_-bHFTPOHTSC0_b0bkjh45A|target:_blank” el_class=”reg-btn”] \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n HOST: Carolina Goradesky\, Head of Sustainability\, PCMA \nCarolina has started her career studying architecture and scenography and has over 15 years’ experience in the business events industry across multiple areas. She has been helping organisations to design\, transform and deliver engagement and experiential strategies that are stakeholder-centric solutions and empower relationships to thrive. In 2020 Carolina completed a Business Sustainability Management qualification at The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership\, and she is also CMM and PMP accredited. \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n SPECIAL GUEST: Virginia Till\, Sustainable Materials Management Coordinator\, US EPA \nVirginia Till is sustainable materials management coordinator and food systems lead for EPA Region 8. Virginia is passionate about keeping good food out of landfills and bridging the urban-rural divide to connect urban folks to food and agriculture. Virginia’s current work emphasizes collaboration\, and audience-specific messaging for behavior change. Virginia pursues her fascination with growing things by gardening at home and studying fungi and is cat mom to Ned Kitty. \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n MODERATOR: Traci DePuy\, Chief Marketing Officer\, PCMA & CEMA \nAs a distinguished leader with over 15 years of invaluable marketing experience\, Traci is recognized for her exceptional ability to foster meaningful connections and elevate individuals to new heights in their careers. A seasoned marketing professional\, Traci has successfully led strategic planning for events\, facilitated cross-functional collaboration\, managed business financial planning\, executed impactful campaigns\, implemented metrics-driven approaches\, and shaped long-term strategies at renowned companies\, including Ellucian\, Salesforce\, GitHub\, and UBM Tech. \nCurrently serving as the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at PCMA (Professional Convention Management Association)\, Traci brings her wealth of knowledge to drive innovative marketing strategies. In this role\, she spearheads initiatives to enhance PCMA’s brand experience\, adapt for organizational growth\, and guide her team in achieving new milestones. \nWith a Masters in Executive Leadership\, Traci underscores her commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. As a featured speaker\, Traci shares her insights and expertise at conferences\, offering a unique perspective on marketing trends\, leadership\, and the dynamic landscape of the industry. Attendees can expect to gain valuable insights and actionable strategies as Traci leverages her wealth of experience to illuminate the path to success in today’s ever-evolving event landscape. \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n [vc_btn title=”REGISTER NOW” style=”gradient-custom” gradient_custom_color_1=”#e0295d” gradient_custom_color_2=”#54a0df” shape=”round” size=”lg” align=”center” i_align=”right” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chevron-right” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fpcma.zoom.us%2Fwebinar%2Fregister%2FWN_-bHFTPOHTSC0_b0bkjh45A|target:_blank” el_class=”reg-btn”] URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/webinar-path-forward-in-sustainability/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:• Member Orientation,• Networking,Featured,Industry Calendar,PCMA Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/1500x500-sustainability-webinar.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T173000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240202T193022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T113011Z UID:201016-1714656600-1714671000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Expect the Unexpected DESCRIPTION:Fort Worth is the 12th-largest city in the United States\, known for Texas hospitality and a dozen remarkable districts full of culture and fun. Join your PCMA GSC colleagues in the Heart of Fort Worth’s Cultural District for an afternoon of thought leadership\, networking and an amazing Fort Worth Showcase! \nWear your cowboy/cowgirl attire for a chance to win some great prizes! \n\n1:00 – 2:00 pm: Welcome reception & light bites\n\nentertainment provided by Cash Byers\nfashion caricatures provided by Kate Stacy Illustration\n\n\n2:00 pm – 2:20 pm: What’s New & Next in Hotel Contracts\, Eric Hutchins\, CMP\, CTA\, Associate Vice President\, Lamont Associates\n2:20 pm – 3:05 pm: Thought Leadership roundtables/breakout discussions\n\nNavigating Hotel Contracts:   Eric Hutchins\, table moderator\nSurprise and Delight on a Budget:  Leah Stefanini\, table moderator\nFavorite Tech Tools and Gadgets:  Angelica Montanez\, table moderator\n\n\n3:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Cocktail reception and mini-tours hosted by the Crescent\n4:00 pm – 4:30 pm: Mosey over to The Bowie House (3-minute drive\, 10-minute walk)\n4:30 pm – 5:15 pm: Cocktails in Cowtown continue – Bubbly\, desserts and mini-tours hosted by the Bowie House\n\nNote: 15-minute mini-tours of The Crescent and Bowie House will be held during the receptions so you can spend 15-minutes touring the property with colleagues & bubbly. \nAttire: Business casual. Denim-friendly. Boots a plus! \nCost: $10 planners / $20 suppliers \n  \n \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/expect-the-unexpected/ LOCATION:The Crescent Fort Worth\, 3300 Camp Bowie Blvd\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76107\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Gulf States,• Networking,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Expect-the-Unexpected-2-SnGves.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Gulf%20States%20Chapter":MAILTO:gulfstates@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240505T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240506T193000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240409T120015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240505T144509Z UID:205473-1714930200-1715023800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:PCMA NCC L.E.A.P. 2024 DESCRIPTION:LEAP: LEAP is a day of advanced-level learning comprised of high-impact sessions that provide attendees the opportunity to Learn\, Engage\, Act and Participate through creative outlets under the guidance of thought leaders. \nHosted Buyers:\nNeed assistance with your hotel room or registration fee? Planners! Here is your chance to become a Hosted Buyer at this year’s LEAP and receive a complimentary one night stay at the beautiful Monterey Marriott on Sunday May 5 and/or complimentary registration. \nLimited space\, register and complete this application. \nLast day applications are accepted: April 21 \n*Notifications will be sent out by April 22 \nAttention Suppliers!\nInterested in showcasing your products or services to attendees throughout the event? Email us to learn all of the benefits of becoming a Table Sponsor. \nWhy Sponsor – Click Here \nVenue: \n \nMonterey Conference Center: where innovation and inspiration meet! \nThe Monterey Conference Center is the focal point for welcoming and encouraging cultural and economic prosperity for the City of Monterey. By providing a modern\, state-of-the-art meeting facility combined with award-winning service and professionalism\, we strive to go beyond the expectations of our guests and provide them with an experience unsurpassed in the industry. \nMonterey Conference Center\n1 Portola Plaza\, Monterey\, CA 93940 \nHotel Information\nMonterey Marriott\n350 Calle Principal\nMonterey\, CA 93940 \nRoom Block:\nStart Date: Sunday\, May 5     End Date: Tuesday\, May 7\nLast Day to Book: Monday\, April 22\nHotel(s) offering your special group rate: \n\n$255 a night\n\nBook your group rate for PCMA \nor call 877.901.6632 and ask for the PCMA LEAP Education Conference \nAgenda:\nSunday \n3:30 – 6:00pm Registration \n5:00 – 6:00pm Hosted Buyer Program Tour \n5:30 – 7:30pm Reception \nMonday \n8:30 – 9:30am Registration/Continental Breakfast \n9:30 – 11:30am Welcome Remarks/General Session \n11:30am – 1:00pm Networking Lunch \n1:00 – 1:45pm Concurrent Breakouts \n2:00 – 2:45pm Concurrent Breakouts \n3:00 – 4:30pm General Session \n4:30pm Transportation to Closing Reception \n5:00pm Closing Reception \nFees:\nPCMA Planner Member: $100\nPCMA Planner Non-Member: $150\nPCMA Supplier Member: $125\nPCMA Supplier Non-Member: $200\nPCMA Student: $75 \nRegister HERE URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/pcma-ncc-l-e-a-p-2024/ LOCATION:Monterey Conference Center\, 1400 J Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95814\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Networking,• Northern California,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/LEAP-2024-ooEnkr.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240214T214612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T184535Z UID:201851-1715157000-1715166000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:2024 Spring Breakfast Education DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!  \n“AI Powered Event Planning\,” featuring speaker Heather Munnell\, Director of Client Experience at VDA. \nAI empowers event planners to focus on creativity and strategy by automating tasks such as crafting compelling content\, automating responses\, and orchestrating virtual meetings. Generative AI tools become invaluable assets\, allowing event planners to navigate their roles with enhanced efficiency and effectiveness\, ensuring a seamless experience for clients and attendees. \nHeather is an expert on the transformative potential of AI and integrates it into her work within the Events Landscape. You can do the same! \n$50 for members\, $75 for nonmembers.  Hospitality students free.  Breakfast and networking 8:30am-9:30am\, program begins at 9:30am and is scheduled to end at 10:30am. \n \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/2024-spring-breakfast-education/ LOCATION:Rochambeau\, 900 Boylston Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02115\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Networking,• New England,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/zeros-and-ones-blue-scaled-5jXegZ.tmp_.gif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T133000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240226T101613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T170013Z UID:202555-1715254200-1715261400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:May Education Program- Energize your Event – Mastering Self Care DESCRIPTION:Energize Your Event:  Mastering Self-Care for Mindful Meeting Pros \nEmbark on a transformative journey toward self-care mastery tailored specifically for mindful meeting professionals.  Join Nicole Mixdorf\, Chief Wholeness Officer of Balance by nature\, for an immersive session where she’ll unveil powerful strategies to seamlessly integrate self-care practices into your bustling life as an event planner or hospitality expert. \nEvents Industry Council CEU Credits Awarded pending approval. \n \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/may-education-event-self-care-for-mindful-event-pros/ LOCATION:AC Hotel Vancouver Washington\, 333 W. Columbia Way\, Vancouver\, WA\, 98660\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Networking,• Pacific Northwest,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/May-Program-Website-gBspf2.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Pacific%20Northwest%20Chapter":MAILTO:pacificnorthwest@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240514T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240516T170000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240227T181051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T122441Z UID:202624-1715675400-1715878800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:IMEX Frankfurt 2024 DESCRIPTION:Win a ‘Convening EMEA Membership Bundle’ at IMEX \nSimply visit the PCMA stand or the Visit Barcelona stand to complete and submit the form for a chance of winning a year’s free membership with PCMA and a ticket to attend Convening EMEA 2024\, 30 September – 2 October in Barcelona. \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n [vc_raw_html]JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZnby5wY21hLm9yZyUyRmwlMkY1ODkwMTMlMkYyMDI0LTA1LTA2JTJGOG10bjFyJTIyJTIwd2lkdGglM0QlMjIxMDAlMjUlMjIlMjBoZWlnaHQlM0QlMjI2NTAlMjIlMjB0eXBlJTNEJTIydGV4dCUyRmh0bWwlMjIlMjBmcmFtZWJvcmRlciUzRCUyMjAlMjIlMjBhbGxvd1RyYW5zcGFyZW5jeSUzRCUyMnRydWUlMjIlMjBzdHlsZSUzRCUyMmJvcmRlciUzQSUyMDAlMjIlM0UlM0MlMkZpZnJhbWUlM0U=[/vc_raw_html] \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n The heartbeat of the global business events community \nIMEX is where every part of the global events industry comes for a high-value\, high-return boost of real business\, real relationships and insights\, all designed to make working life easier and more profitable. \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n PCMA at IMEX Frankfurt \nJoin PCMA at IMEX Frankfurt 14 – 16 May 2024. We would love to connect with you\, share knowledge and get up to date on all things events\, education\, and opportunities to connect with our global network of event professionals. \nDrop by PCMA stand G400\, or schedule a meeting on the IMEX portal. \nFind out more on IMEX Frankfurt here\, – we look forward to seeing you there! \n                  \nNetworking Reception \nJoin us on stand G400 to connect with our global network of event professionals and enjoy complimentary refreshments while expanding your network. Our stand reception will be a valuable opportunity to build relationships and engage with the PCMA community. We look forward to connecting in person at the show. Add it to your IMEX agenda now! \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/imex-frankfurt-2024/ LOCATION:Congress Center Messe Frankfurt\, Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1 \, Frankfurt em Main\, Room Fantasie\, 60327\, Germany CATEGORIES:EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa),Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/imex-frankfurt-2023.jpg GEO:50.1119923;8.6522484 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Congress Center Messe Frankfurt Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1 Frankfurt em Main Room Fantasie 60327 Germany;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1:geo:8.6522484,50.1119923 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240425T195849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T195849Z UID:206729-1715857200-1715857200@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:PCMA Webinar | Turbocharge Your Event Planning with AI DESCRIPTION:Explore the transformative power of AI in the business events industry in this month’s webinar. Discover how AI optimizes event planning\, enhances attendee experiences\, and drives meaningful engagement\, revolutionizing every aspect of event management.  \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n [vc_btn title=”REGISTER NOW” style=”gradient-custom” gradient_custom_color_1=”#e0295d” gradient_custom_color_2=”#54a0df” shape=”round” size=”lg” align=”center” i_align=”right” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chevron-right” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fpcma.zoom.us%2Fwebinar%2Fregister%2FWN_gqG76poBTxyzQzMlANWbyg|target:_blank” el_class=”reg-btn”] URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/webinar-turbocharge-your-event-planning-with-ai/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:• Member Orientation,• Networking,Featured,Industry Calendar,PCMA Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Webinars-1500-by-500-54.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T123000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240425T200542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T222207Z UID:206734-1716292800-1716294600@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Making the Most of your PCMA Membership DESCRIPTION:Your membership with PCMA can put you on the right track to take your career to the next level. The information in this webinar will highlight the different opportunities available to you as a member. We will go over how to take full advantage of all we offer! \nMembers will hear an overview of benefits and hear testimonials from their peers for how to best utilize their membership. \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n [vc_btn title=”REGISTER NOW” style=”gradient-custom” gradient_custom_color_1=”#e0295d” gradient_custom_color_2=”#54a0df” shape=”round” size=”lg” align=”center” i_align=”right” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chevron-right” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fpcma.zoom.us%2Fwebinar%2Fregister%2FWN_Vf_9J-4fTuSKEmkl1Sl7gg|target:_blank” el_class=”reg-btn”] \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n Presenter: Lianna Bolton\nDirector\, Community Development\nPCMA URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/webinar-making-the-most-of-your-pcma-membership-5-24/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:• Member Orientation,• Networking,Industry Calendar,PCMA Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/MicrosoftTeams-image-108.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240521T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240521T193000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240320T100126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T140100Z UID:204377-1716312600-1716319800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Las Vegas Spring Fling – GoCar Tours Sites & Sounds Experience DESCRIPTION:Spring has sprung so let’s get outside in the Arts District to experience Vegas differently. You’ll get a taste of the unique GoCar sightseeing experience which allows you to drive your own three wheeled electric vehicle while following a GPS-guided route that takes you to all the top attractions and landmarks in the area. When you aren’t off exploring\, enjoy the sounds of Justin Centeno while networking and enjoying light bites and beverages. \nWhen: Tuesday\, May 21\, 2024 \nTime:  5:30pm – 7:30pm \nWhere: GoCar Tours  – 723 S Casino Center Blvd\, Las Vegas\, NV 89101 \nCost:  PCMA members $55.00 | Non-PCMA Members $65.00 \nDisclaimer: Drivers must be 21+\, everyone must sign a waiver before entering the GoCar \n  \nThank you to our event sponsors: \nDelphinium Events | GoCar Tours | Indigo \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/las-vegas-spring-fling-gocar-tours-sites-sounds-experience/ LOCATION:GoCar Tours\, 723 S Casino Center Blvd\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89101\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Networking,• Southwest & Pacific,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/spring-fling-may-21-2024-e1712867436922-rnLVtA.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Southwest%20%26amp%3B%20Pacific%20Chapter":MAILTO:Southwest@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T144500 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240429T180845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T181440Z UID:206933-1716454800-1716475500@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:SPARK: AI EventXcelerator DESCRIPTION:AI EventXcelerator promises to be a transformative experience for event professionals seeking to stay ahead in an increasingly AI-driven industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights\, expand your network\, and revolutionize your approach to event management. \nJoin us and unlock the power of AI for your events with Spark AND these sessions are CEU eligible. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/spark-ai-eventxcelerator/ LOCATION:AGU Offices\, 2000 Florida Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Industry Calendar,PCMA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/spark-ai-xcelerator-1500x500-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240223T144512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T204609Z UID:202473-1716467400-1716480000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Phillies Businessperson’s Special DESCRIPTION:May 20th Update: This event is sold out. Purchasing a ticket on your own and attending this private event is not an option. Wristbands and tickets will be checked upon entry and throughout the event. \nPlease join us on Thursday\, May 23rd for the PCMA Greater Philadelphia Chapter’s annual Phillies networking event at Citizens Bank Park! The festivities are planned to maximize the fun with a private reception area inside the park complete with food\, beverages\, and plenty of your industry colleagues and friends. \nNetworking Lunch Information:\nYour registration includes one and a half hours of beer\, soft drinks\, and ballpark food favorites. Food and drinks will be served from 12:30pm-2:00pm. The Rooftop Terrace is located inside the park above Ashburn Alley. \nGame Information:\nThe game starts at 1:05pm. Attendees will be able to watch the game from the reception area or from the bleacher seats adjacent to the reception area. \nRegistration:\nRegistration is limited to PCMA members and guest colleagues from the meetings and events industry. Spouses\, partners and friends of the industry are welcome\, too. If you are interested in attending the Phillies game but you are not affiliated with the meetings and events industry\, please visit the Phillies website for more information on purchasing game tickets. Please register BY CLICKING HERE\, or click the registration button further down on this page. \nCheck-In Information:\nTickets\, Rooftop Party passes\, and badges will be distributed at the PCMA PHL registration table outside the Left Field Gate from 12:00pm-1:00pm. After 1:00pm\, tickets will be available for pickup at Will Call\, which is located at the First Base Gate. \nParking:\nInformation on parking and transportation can be viewed at https://www.mlb.com/phillies/ballpark/transportation. \nBag Policy:\nPlease take note of the bag policy at the stadium. Only very small purses and clear bags are permitted inside the stadium. \nMembership:\nIf you are not a member of the PCMA Greater Philadelphia Chapter\, please consider joining. Membership information is available here\, or by contacting Erica Keagy\, PCMA PHL Managing Director\, gppcma@comcast.net\, 610-220-1232. \nNote to Suppliers:\nSuppliers\, please consider inviting a planner to attend as your guest. \nThank you to our sponsors!\n \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/phillies-businesspersons-special-and-tailgate/ LOCATION:Citizens Bank Park\, 1 Citizens Bank Way\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19148\, United States CATEGORIES:• Greater Philadelphia,• Networking,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Phillies-2024-website-header-godjRu.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Greater%20Philadelphia%20Chapter":MAILTO:gppcma@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240606T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240606T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240130T221401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T221401Z UID:200723-1717671600-1717673400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:New Member Orientation (Q2 2024) DESCRIPTION:Your membership with PCMA can put you on the right track to take your career to the next level. The information in this orientation program will help you to get started on your journey. PCMA is your gateway to the industry’s most relevant\, cutting-edge information and knowledgeable leaders. So let’s get you prepped and ready to take full advantage of all we offer! \nNew and prospective members will hear an overview of benefits and hear testimonials from their peers for how to best utilize their membership. \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n [vc_btn title=”REGISTER NOW” style=”gradient-custom” gradient_custom_color_1=”#e0295d” gradient_custom_color_2=”#54a0df” shape=”round” size=”lg” align=”center” i_align=”right” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chevron-right” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fpcma.zoom.us%2Fwebinar%2Fregister%2FWN_Zug5pPM_TLuGKrasMD7UTQ|target:_blank” el_class=”reg-btn”] \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n Presenter: Lianna Bolton\nDirector\, Community Development\nPCMA URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/new-member-orientation-q2-2024/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:• Member Orientation,• Networking,Industry Calendar,PCMA Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Membership-Orientation-Event-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T193000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240508T200208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240608T221519Z UID:207404-1717849800-1717875000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Capital Pride Parade DESCRIPTION:DC Capital Pride Parade\n  \nJoin our Industry Pride Parade Alliance as we celebrate with the LGBTQ+ community and its allies at the historic Capital Pride Parade! This beloved tradition honors our history and acknowledges the evolution of the LGBTQ+ neighborhoods in Washington\, DC\, while respecting the origins and importance of taking to the streets in our fight for equality. Be prepared to experience one of the largest Pride Parades to ever take place in the Nation’s Capital. \n  \nDate: Saturday\, June 8\, 2024 \nTime: 12:30 pm – 7:30 pm \nLocation: Meet-up Location Coming Soon!* \n*General Area: Shaw\, Logan Circle\, Downtown\, and Penn Quarter Neighborhoods\, Washington\, DC URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/capital-pride-parade-2/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:• Capital,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/pcma-cc-pride-COLLAB-tSHxyZ.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T193000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240529T204559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T224514Z UID:208369-1718213400-1718220600@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Social Hour DESCRIPTION:Looking to network with industry professionals? Are you new to the meeting and convention management industry and want to meet people? Join us for a PCMA PHL social hour at the Great American Pub Conshohocken on Wednesday\, June 12th\, 5:30pm-7:30pm!\nPCMA Greater Philadelphia Chapter leaders will be present at the social hour to share what’s happening with the Chapter as well as PCMA at the national level. Learn how to get involved and share ideas in a casual\, fun setting. \nThere is no registration fee to attend. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. \nPlease feel welcome to share this information with your colleagues. Click here to register today. \nIf you represent a venue and would be interested in hosting a future social hour\, please contact gppcma@comcast.net. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/social-hour-18/ LOCATION:Great American Pub Conshohocken\, 123 Fayette St\, Conshohocken\, PA\, 19428\, United States CATEGORIES:• Greater Philadelphia,• Networking,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/V2-61224-Header-6ElwAF.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Greater%20Philadelphia%20Chapter":MAILTO:gppcma@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240612T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240612T220000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240427T130009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T151600Z UID:206824-1718215200-1718229600@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:STADIUM SERIES: PCMA SWP Private Suite Event – Diamondbacks vs Angels DESCRIPTION:PCMA Southwest & Pacific Chapter is ready to Take You Out To The Ball Game! Join us at Chase Field in our own private suite to enjoy the Arizona Diamondbacks take on the Los Angles Angels on June 12th. This event is one not to be missed. Registration is now open! \nWhen: Wednesday\, June 12\, 2024 \nTime:  6:00pm – 10:00pm \nWhere: Chase Field\, Phoenix\, AZ \nCost: Complimentary \n  \nThank you to our event sponsors: \nArizona Diamondbacks \nCSI DMC Destination & Event Management \nThe Ritz-Carlton\, Rancho Mirage \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/stadium-series-pcma-swp-private-suite-event-diamondbacks-vs-angels/ LOCATION:Chase Field\, 401 E Jefferson St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Networking,• Southwest & Pacific,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ss-website-featured-image-e1714175990945-TKrjuF.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Southwest%20%26amp%3B%20Pacific%20Chapter":MAILTO:Southwest@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240623 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240627 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240222T153917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T204347Z UID:202395-1719100800-1719446399@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:edUcon 2024 DESCRIPTION:Experience the future of event leadership at PCMA’s edUcon. Connect with industry peers\, gain insights from innovation trailblazers and explore new possibilities for the future of events. Witness live demonstrations of progressive learning formats and craft a modern event playbook filled with fresh concepts to elevate your career. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the dynamic landscape of the business events industry as we Transform Together. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/2024-pcma-educon/ LOCATION:Huntington Place\, One Washington Blvd.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Industry Calendar,PCMA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/educon-2024-1500x500-new.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240411T133013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T224517Z UID:205633-1720627200-1720634400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Summer Social DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an evening of fun and networking\nat the NYPCMA and NYIAEE Summer Social! \nPlanners\, suppliers\, faculty and students in the meetings\, exhibits and event industry are all welcome. Chapter leaders from both associations will be on hand to welcome you\, and to share news and updates from their respective organizations. \nEvent Details\nDate: Wednesday\, July 10\, 2024\nTime: 4:00pm-6:00pm EDT\nLocation: Puttery New York City\, 446 W 14th Street\, New York\, NY 10014\nRegistration: Registration includes two drink tickets\, light hors d’oeuvres\, and one round of golf. Due to space restrictions\, this event is limited to 50 attendees so please reserve your spot today. Early registration closes on Friday\, July 5. Onsite registration will only be available if the event is not sold out. Suppliers\, please consider inviting a planner to attend as your guest. Click here or the blue button at the bottom of the page to register. Puttery is a 21+ venue only.\nAccessibility: Details about accessibility will be added soon. \nNotes\n• NYPCMA is giving away two free registrations to non-member event planners from the Black\, Indigenous\, and People of Color community to attend the NYPCMA and NYIAEE Summer Social. Please email newyork@pcma.org by July 5\, 2024 for more information.\n• NYIAEE is giving away two free registrations to Young Professional event planners to attend the NYPCMA and NYIAEE Summer Social. Please email admin@nyiaee.com by July 5\, 2024 for more information.\n• If you are a planner in need of financial assistance to attend this event or if you have any questions\, please contact Erica Keagy\, NYPCMA Managing Director\, at newyork@pcma.org\, 610-220-1232/p. \nA Note from the Community Service Committee:\nAt this year’s Summer Social\, we are excited to be contributing to Dress for Success. Dress for Success is an organization focused on helping women with their professional goals\, including but not limited to\, their professional attire. If you are able and willing to do so\, please bring a gift card or store credit (of any dollar amount) with you to the event to be donated to Dress for Success’ New York location. If you’d like to learn more\, make a monetary donation\, or volunteer your time\, please visit dressforsuccess.org. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/summer-social-and-education-session/ LOCATION:Puttery New York City\, 446 W 14th St\, New York\, NY\, 10014\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Networking,• New York Area,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Summer-Social-Website-Header-6.24-hoYtqm.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NYPCMA":MAILTO:newyork@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T183000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240412T231720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T234526Z UID:205698-1720715400-1720722600@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:2024 Mix and Bowl DESCRIPTION:Join the PCMA Gulf States Chapter for an evening of fun & networking! \nThis event is always a highlight of the year – so reserve a lane today then gather your team and get ready to strike up some fun! Be sure to visit the Silent Auction and place your bids on fabulous items. \nWe’ll see you there but will spare you the bowling puns. \n\nPlanners: Free\nMember Suppliers: $50.00\nNon-Member Suppliers: $65.00\n\nIncludes snacks\, beverages\, bowling & shoe rental. \n \nWant to become a sponsor? \n\n$5\,000 Title Sponsor (1 available)\n$2\,500 – King Pin Sponsor (2 available)\n$1\,000 – Lane Sponsor (Reserve your company lane and bring 8 people)\n\nClick here to view the PCMA Mix & Bowl Sponsorships 2024. To secure a sponsorship contact Leah at lstefanini@acep.org\, Angelica at angelica.montanez@pra.com\, or Judy at judy.payne@freeman.com URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/2024-mix-and-bowl/ LOCATION:Pinstack Las Colinas\, 2750 W LBJ Fwy\, Irving\, TX\, 75063\, United States CATEGORIES:• Gulf States,• Networking,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Mix-Bowl-graphic-Q841p8.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Gulf%20States%20Chapter":MAILTO:gulfstates@pcma.org GEO:32.9055831;-96.9214166 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pinstack Las Colinas 2750 W LBJ Fwy Irving TX 75063 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2750 W LBJ Fwy:geo:-96.9214166,32.9055831 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240716 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240718 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240418T180015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T223109Z UID:205993-1721088000-1721260799@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Chapter Retreat DESCRIPTION:Join us for the PCMA PHL Chapter Retreat on July 16-17! This year’s Chapter Retreat will be held at Camelback Resort in the Poconos\, and will include opportunities for education\, networking\, socializing\, and fun! During the retreat\, participants will: \n\nExplore the relationship between acceptance and resilience\, examining how embracing acceptance can lead to greater emotional resilience\, improved coping strategies\, and enhanced overall mental health outcomes\nLearn effective strategies and techniques for preventing and managing burnout in the event planning industry\nConsider the importance of creating and leaning into a supportive work community (both external and internal)\, and how that can impact overall job satisfaction and effectiveness\nConnect with colleagues from the industry\n\nJuly 16:\n2:30-4:45pm: Onsite Teambuilding Activities at Camelbeach & Cabana for PCMA PHL Members\n5:45pm: Transportation departs for Welcome Reception at the Summit House at Camelback (Please note: Spouses\, significant others\, and family members are welcome at this reception. Please do not bring non-member\, industry guests. Membership to PCMA and the Greater Philadelphia Chapter are required.)\n6:00-8:00pm: Opening Reception \nJuly 17:\n8:00-9:00am: Registration\, Continental Breakfast\n9:00-9:30am: Welcome\n9:30-11:00am: Session 1: Presentation and Lego Team Building Activity with Brandon Wetzstein\, Principal and Founder\, IN8 Create\n11:00-11:15am: Break\n11:15am-12:30pm: Session 2: Presentation by Megan Miller\, International Best Selling Author| TEDx Speaker | Founder: Intentional Living Method | Creator & Host of Apple’s Fastest Growing Podcast: Putting Attention to Intention\n12:30-1:30pm: Lunch\n1:30-3:00pm: Community Service Activity: Family Promise: Join us for an afternoon helping sort donations for Family Promise\, a local nonprofit organization that helps house unhoused individuals. Click here to learn more. \nMembership Requirements: To attend the Chapter Retreat\, you must be a PCMA member in good standing including an active membership with the PCMA Greater Philadelphia Chapter. For more information about membership\, click here. If you are a member of PCMA\, but not a member of the Philadelphia Chapter\, please add Philadelphia as a secondary chapter for $30.00. Email membership@pcma.org with the request to add the chapter to your membership. After payment\, please send confirmation to gppcma@comcast.net. \nCamelback is pleased to offer complimentary rooms to meeting planners and will waive the resort fee for the meeting planners’ rooms.  Suppliers are offered a rate of $229\, plus tax\, and a $39.99 resort fee. Most attendees stay over the night of Tuesday\, July 16th. The hotel is holding a few rooms on the nights of Monday\, July 15th and Wednesday\, July 17th for those wanting to extend their visit. \nGeneral Rate Information \n\nRoom rates are subject to applicable taxes\, currently 6% state sales tax and 3% local occupancy tax.  Applicable taxes are subject to change without notice.\nRates are net\, non-commissionable.\nAll overnight guests receive access to Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark with access beginning at 12:00pm on the day of arrival through time of closing on day of departure.\n\nCheck-in/Check-out: Check-in begins at 4:00pm. Check-out is at 11:00am. Guests arriving prior to 4:00pm will be checked-in immediately if their room type is ready and available. Otherwise\, guests arriving prior to 4:00pm may pre-register and enjoy resort amenities as early as 12:00pm. \nResort Fee: In addition to the specified rates above\, a nightly resort fee of $39.99\, plus tax\, will be assessed on the supplier rooms. The Resort Fee is an automatic per room\, per night charge that covers a number of hotel services and amenities that would customarily be charged to each guest individually. These amenities include (not limited to): High Speed Internet\, Fitness Center\, Inter-Resort Shuttle Services\, In-room safe\, Seasonal Crafts and Activities\, Concierge Services\, and more. Plus\, Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark is always included with every stay.   As a “per room” rather than “per person” charge\, the Resort Fee covers all registered guests. The Resort Fee is subject to change without notice. \nParking: Camelback Lodge is pleased to waive self-parking charges (normally $25.00 per vehicle\, per night) for PCMA PHL attendees. \nReservation Procedure\, Individual Basis: Please contact the hotel directly by or before the cutoff date of Monday\, July 1\, 2024\, at 1-855-515-1283. Please book a room under PCMA Greater Philadelphia Chapter Retreat Jul2024\, Booking ID # 13053\, or by booking online using the Group’s booking ID. Planners will book their rooms at the $229.00 rate. The room fee for the planners will be waived prior to check-in.  \nGuaranteed Reservations: All reservations must be guaranteed. A deposit equal to the first night’s room and tax will be required at the time of reservation. Guaranteed reservations will be held until Midnight on the date of arrival. Guests who fail to check in or cancel a guaranteed reservation will be considered a “no-show”. Reservations that “no-show” result in subsequent nights of the scheduled stay being cancelled unless a request to reinstate the reservation is received by the guaranteeing party. \nIndividual Pays All Charges: Each guest will be responsible for payment of guest room\, tax\, resort fee and incidentals. Each guest will be required to pay a deposit equal to the first night’s room and tax at the time of reservation and must present a valid major credit card along with photo ID upon check-in to access ancillary services. Cancellation requests received more than 72 hours prior to the scheduled arrival will be subject to a $100.00 processing fee. The balance of the advance deposit will be refunded. Cancellation requests received later than 72 hours prior to the scheduled arrival will forfeit the entire first night’s deposit. \nThank you to our host and sponsors! URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/chapter-retreat-4/ LOCATION:Camelback Resort\, 193 Resort Drive\, Tannersville\, PA\, 18372\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Greater Philadelphia,• Networking,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/retreat-ntoDyt.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Greater%20Philadelphia%20Chapter":MAILTO:gppcma@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240722T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240722T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240423T133109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T104513Z UID:206202-1721637000-1721664000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:3rd Annual Golf and Give Back DESCRIPTION:Join us at the beautiful Itasca Country Club for the 3rd Annual Golf and Give Back! 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! \nREGISTER TODAY!\n  \nInterested in sponsoring this event? Opportunities are listed below.\nPlease reach out to events.gmcpcma@gmail.com with any questions or to reserve your spot.\n  \nReception/Bar Sponsor: $3\,000 – SOLD TO VISIT SPOKANE\nSponsor Benefits:\n \n\n2 Comp Registrations\nSign on bar with logo and signature drink\nProvide branded items in bar area\nLogo on Signage\n\nBeverage Cart Sponsor: $3\,000- SOLD TO KALAHARI\nSponsor Benefits:\n \n\n1 comp registration\nBeverage Cart with bartender\nSponsor will pay cart bill\nLogo on signage\n\nCart with Beverages: $2\,000 – SOLD TO LOUISVILLE TOURISM\, VISIT BALIMORE\, VISIT SAN ANTONIO \nSponsor Benefits: \n\n1 comp registration\nCart with beverages\nSponsor will prepurchase beverages\nLogo on signage\n\nBreakfast or Lunch Sponsor: $2\,500 – SOLD TO COLUMBUS\, RENO TAHOE\nSponsor Benefits \n\n2 minute remarks @ meal\n2 comp registrations\nProvide branded items\nLogo on signage\n\n$1500 Regular Hole (1 Regular Holes available) – SOLD TO FORT WORTH\, TRAVEL PORTLAND\, DESTINATION DC\, VISIT TAMPA BAY\, MILWAUKEE\, LIVE NATION\n$1500 Closest to the pin – SOLD TO SAN DIEGO\n$1500 Longest Drive (Still available) –\n$1800 Premium Location or Beverage Hole – SOLD TO HILTON WORLD WIDE\, VISIT INDY\, INSPIRE SOLUTIONS\, DESTINATION DC\, INSPIRE SOLUTIONS\, IHG\, VISIT DENVER\,  PHILADELPHIA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU\, LAS VEGAS\, POND RIPPLE\, VISIT HOUSTON\, VISIT CHARLOTTE\nSponsor Benefits: \n\n2 comp registrations\nGolf Cart & 6 foot table with 2 chairs\nProvide branded items at hole\nBeverage hole sponsors to purchase water & can upgrade drink items\nLogo on signage\n\nEntertainment or Photobooth Sponsor: $1\,000 – SOLD TO SAN DIEGO \nSponsor Benefits: \n\nCover cost of Entertainment or Photobooth during reception\nLogo on Signage\n\n  \nThank you to our sponsors! \n  \nReception/Bar Sponsor: \n \nBeverage Cart Sponsor: \n \nCart with Beverages: \n \n  \nBreakfast and Lunch Sponsor: \n \nRegular Hole Sponsor: \n \n \nClosest to the pin: \n \nPremium and Beverage Hole Sponsors: \n \n \nEntertainment/Photobooth Sponsor:Venue Sponsor: \n \nPhotography Sponsor:  \n \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/3rd-annual-pcma-gmc-golf-classic/ LOCATION:Itasca Country Club\, 400 E. Orchard St\, Itasca\, IL\, 60143 CATEGORIES:• Education,• Greater Midwest,Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Cubs-game-ZHsdcI.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240604T164556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T094512Z UID:208736-1721743200-1721746800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Balancing Acts Webinar DESCRIPTION:Balancing Acts: Managing Stress and Enhancing Wellbeing for Event Professionals\, co-hosted by NYPCMA and SITE Northeast\n\nJoin us for a premier virtual event dedicated to promoting mental health and well-being within the events and meetings industry! \nRaquel Mora Sobrado\, Learning and Development Medical Trainer at International SOS\, will moderate this program. Our speakers\, Kelly Bishop\, CMM\, CMP\, Chief Positivity Officer\, Wellevate Experiences\, and Deanna Vollmer\, Director of Events\, Questex Life Sciences & Healthcare\, will share personal stories\, as well as best practices on how to enhance mental resilience\, reduce stress\, and foster a healthier work-life balance. \nThis event is tailored for all event professionals\, planners\, suppliers\, academia and young leaders\, and it is part of the CMP credit program. If you plan to claim credit\, please register for the meeting with the email associated with your EIC account. \nRegistration Information: Please consider making a donation towards registration for this meeting to help offset expenses. Registration fees are a key source of revenue for the chapters. There is a $1.00 minimum. Any amount is appreciated. \nMembers and non-members in the events and meetings industry are welcome to attend. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/balancing-acts-webinar/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:• Education,• New York Area,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Website-Mental-Health-Virtual-Event-Hn6nG4.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="NYPCMA":MAILTO:newyork@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T123000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240701T161629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T161629Z UID:209967-1721908800-1721910600@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Why You Should Join PCMA DESCRIPTION:Learn how a membership with PCMA can put you on the right track to take your career to the next level. The information in this webinar will highlight the different opportunities available to you when you join our community. We will go over how to take full advantage of all we offer! \nProspective members will hear an overview of benefits and hear testimonials from their peers for how to best utilize their membership. \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n [vc_btn title=”REGISTER NOW” style=”gradient-custom” gradient_custom_color_1=”#e0295d” gradient_custom_color_2=”#54a0df” shape=”round” size=”lg” align=”center” i_align=”right” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chevron-right” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fpcma.zoom.us%2Fwebinar%2Fregister%2FWN_czav6_eYS6OcX66AJXb6SA|target:_blank” el_class=”reg-btn”] \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Presenter: Lianna Bolton\nDirector\, Community Development\nPCMA \n\n\n Presenter: Megan Culligan\nAssociate\, Events & Experiences\nPCMA \n\n\n Presenter: Meredith Douglas\nManager\, Chapter Engagement\nPCMA \n\n\n Presenter: Tammy Moore\nSenior Director\, Product Innovation\nPCMA \n\n\n Presenter: Madeline Schimeck\nManager\, Community & Foundation Engagement\nPCMA URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/webinar-why-you-should-join-pcma-7-25/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:• Member Orientation,• Networking,Industry Calendar,PCMA Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/MicrosoftTeams-image-108.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T133000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240509T200014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T113017Z UID:207447-1721908800-1721914200@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:July Lunch & Learn: The State of DEI: Is it Dying or is it Evolving? DESCRIPTION:July Lunch & Learn: The State of DEI: Is it Dying or is it Evolving?\nJoin us for a virtual and thought-provoking conversation on the state of DEI. As several states continue to introduce or pass anti-DEI bills\, and corporations and associations reevaluate their DEI initiatives\, we will take a look at what can we do to maintain positive momentum and drive change despite these new challenges. \nDate: July 25\, 2024 \nTime: 12:00 – 1:30 pm ET \nWhere: Virtual Registration Link Below \n \n  \nAs a commitment to further the learning opportunities related to diversity\, equity\, and inclusion\, the July Lunch and Learn will be offered on a complimentary basis to the members of the PCMA Capital Chapter. \nThank you to our Event Sponsor!\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThis event is eligible for Continuing Education (CE) credits from the Events Industry Council (EIC). Attendee emails used during registration must match the attendee EIC profile to receive credit. Verifying credit is a responsibility of the attendee\, not PCMA\, nor the chapter. For more information\, visit https://www.pcma.org/help-faqs/ URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/july-lunch-learn-the-state-of-dei-is-it-dying-or-is-it-evolving/ LOCATION:Online\, United States CATEGORIES:• Capital,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/pcma-july-LL-event-banner-UPDATE-lruPMy.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240725T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240725T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T065304 CREATED:20240426T153017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T103200Z UID:206780-1721916000-1721923200@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:JULY SUMMER SOIREE – Muckleshoot Casino Resort DESCRIPTION:**REGISTER BY 5pm on 7/24.  NO ONSITE REGISTRATION \n  \nJoin us on the rooftop at the Muckleshoot Casino Resort! \n  \nSmoke and Cedar\, Muckleshoot’s rooftop restaurant situated in the resort’s new tower\, overlooks the essence of the Pacific Northwest. Committed to delivering exceptional guest service\, exquisite beverages\, and a seasonal menu highlighting the finest offerings of the Pacific Northwest. \n  \nThursday\, July 25th \n2:00pm – 4:00pm \n*No need to depart early; join us for the after-party in the Sovereignty Suite. \n  \nMuckleshoot Casino Resort \n2402 Auburn Way S \nAuburn\, WA \n  \nExtra Bonus Available: \nExperience the full package and indulge in a spa treatment! \n  \nEnjoy spa treatments at a 15% discount on this date\, subject to availability\, contact Julie.Koske@Muckleshootcasino.com. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/july-summer-soiree/ LOCATION:Muckleshoot Casino Resort\, 2402 Auburn Way S\, Auburn\, WA\, 98002\, United States CATEGORIES:• Networking,• Pacific Northwest,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Muckleshoot-July-Event-Website-Banner-Ivp5vw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Pacific%20Northwest%20Chapter":MAILTO:pacificnorthwest@pcma.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR