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/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD 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:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD 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/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/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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231012T134618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T213017Z UID:194722-1702567800-1702584000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Celebrate! DESCRIPTION:Volunteers like you selflessly give their time to serve the Chapter and its members. Join the PCMA Capital Chapter as we CELEBRATE! our volunteers\, our members\, and our Chapter. We want to thank you for all you do to support our industry with a night of recognition and celebration! \nLet’s celebrate where we’ve been and where we are going. Following the awards presentation\, we will enjoy time together networking and tasting some of the delicious treats our venue sponsor is preparing. \nWhen:\nThursday\, December 14th | 3:30 – 8:00 PM \nWhere:\nWestin Alexandria Old Town\n400 Courthouse Square Alexandria\, VA 22314 \nAgenda:\nRegistration: 3:30 – 4:30 PM\nReview & Awards: 4:30 – 6:30 PM\nNetworking: 6:30 – 8:00 PM \nRegistration Fees: \nIndividual Planner Member – $45.00\nIndividual Planner Non-Member- $55.00\nIndividual Supplier Member -$65.00\nIndividual Supplier Non-Member -$75.00 \n \n  \n\nThank you to our Sponsors!\n\n\n\n\nVenue Partner\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPatron Partner\n\nAnnual Partners\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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship Opportunities Available! If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities\, please contact Noreen Cournoyer at ncournoyer@mcaa.org or Geralyn Krist at geralyn.krist@conferencedirect.com. Thank you for your support of the PCMA Capital Chapter! URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/celebrate/ CATEGORIES:• Capital,• Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Celebrate-69UCXy.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20230901T111523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T204519Z UID:192516-1702569600-1702576800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:NYPCMA ACE Awards & Holiday Celebration DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the holidays with your friends from NYPCMA at our holiday party and ACE Awards! We will recognize our chapter award winners\, thank our volunteers and outgoing board of directors\, and introduce the new chapter leaders.\nThursday\, December 14th\, 2023\n4:00pm-6:00pm EST\nMartinique New York on Broadway\nToy Drive: We will also be hosting a toy drive to support NYC’s Children’s Aid. To donate\, purchase a new\, unwrapped toy for a child between the ages of newborn and 5.  Popular toy categories include sporting equipment (balls/bats)\, books\, backpacks\, games\, radio control cars/trucks and skates/helmets. Please do not give toys that look like realistic weapons or food items. If you aren’t sure what to buy or prefer to skip a trip to a store\, you can donate money at the event using a credit card or Venmo. \nAccessibility: The hotel is accessible. If you need additional accessibility services or have questions\, please contact newyork@pcma.org. \nRegistration Information: \n\nMembership to the PCMA New York 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 New York Chapter\, please contact membership@pcma.org to add the New York Chapter to your account. The cost to add a chapter to your membership is $30.00.\nEarly registration closes on Monday\, December 11\, 2023. After that\, only onsite registration will be available beginning at 4:00pm on Thursday\, December 14\, 2023 at the Martinique New York on Broadway.\nClick here to register or click on the blue button below. Registration includes one drink ticket and hors d’oeuvres. A cash only bar will also be available.\n\nSpread the word! We’re giving away two tickets to non-member event planners from the Black\, Indigenous\, and People of Color community to join NYPCMA and our business event professional friends for this event! Please email newyork@pcma.org by December 8\, 2023 for more information. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/nypcma-ace-awards-giving-thursday/ LOCATION:Martinique New York on Broadway\, 49 W 32nd Street\, New York\, 10001\, United States CATEGORIES:• Networking,• New York Area,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/v2_1500x500-T9OvCN.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="NYPCMA":MAILTO:newyork@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231214T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231214T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231114T143117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T170054Z UID:196731-1702573200-1702584000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:2023 Jingle Mingle Austin – Joint Industry Holiday Party DESCRIPTION:  \nThursday\, December 14\, 2023 | 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. \nOtis Hotel Austin – Bar AC \n1901 San Antonio Street\, Austin\, Texas 78705 \nRegistration: $65 Per Person \nIncludes: Two Beverage Tickets\, One Door Prize Ticket\, Heavy Hors d’oeuvres and Live Music \nDiscounted Valet Parking: $15 – Self Parking $10.00 URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/2023-jingle-mingle-austin-joint-industry-holiday-party/ LOCATION:Otis Hotel Austin\, 1901 San Antonio Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States CATEGORIES:• Gulf States,• Networking,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2023jinglemingle-austin-CF7HYg.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Gulf%20States%20Chapter":MAILTO:gulfstates@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231215T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231215T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231114T153029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T153029Z UID:196738-1702638000-1702639800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Flash Friday: How To Ace the Discovery Phase of Event Design DESCRIPTION:You’ve started working on a new event\, with new clients or stakeholders and you’re starting from scratch – how do you go from square one to designing a plan for your event to meet all of the strategic objectives? \nIn the design and discovery phase\, we ask A LOT of questions! Though we are the experts at what we do (creating experiences designed with purpose!)\, our clients are the experts on themselves\, their brands\, and their audiences. They know what success looks like to their teams\, their organizations\, and their constituents. Our job is to ask all the right questions and to really listen to those answers. We distill down our key takeaways\, and we use them as a launching pad for ideas which embody what we learn directly from the source. \nHosted by Anh Nguyen\, join Lizz Torgovnick on this Flash Friday session as she walks you through a foolproof process for conducting your initial discovery sessions. Leave with tangible questions you can ask\, and a list of tips on how to get the most out of these initial meetings with your clients. \nSpecific topics\, short and sweet. Join us. \nThis meeting will use Zoom’s live transcription feature for captioning. \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%2Fmeeting%2Fregister%2FtJwudeyvrzwtG9eBUpN9zpGlRsamSK5JdyQy|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 Speaker: Lizz Torgovnick\nChief Creative Officer & Co-Founder\, Sequence Events \nLizz approaches life as she approaches every challenge\, as an opportunity to be awesome – and she delivers on this Sequence core value every time. \nAs Chief Creative Officer and Co-founder\, Lizz brings her deep passion for creativity\, strategy and hospitality to Team SEQ. Multi-talented with an aesthetic eye\, you’ll find Lizz ensuring brand-based strategy\, creative conceptual development\, flawless execution and unparalleled customer service at every turn. Lizz is often called on to share her perspective and wisdom delivered directly with a dose of fierce wit and signature sarcasm. As a leader in the industry\, Lizz rapidly rose through the ranks at international events agency Global Events before moving on to develop her own brand of big-meets-boutique agency by founding Sequence. \nLizz has dazzled countless clients\, including LEGO\, PopSugar\, Spoitfy\, Thumbtack\, Yahoo\, Danone\, and The Wharton School. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/webinar-flash-friday-how-to-ace-the-discovery-phase-of-event-design/ CATEGORIES:Industry Calendar,PCMA Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Flash-Friday-12-15-23-1500-x-500.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231218T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231218T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231107T181042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T151249Z UID:196264-1702897200-1702900800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:December DES Expert Panel Q&A DESCRIPTION:This is your opportunity to hear from our DES Experts Amilie Parent\, Dahlia El Gazzar\, and Sourabh Kothari and ask the questions you want answered\, whether related directly to the course content\, or a challenge you may be facing in your own work in the virtual/hybrid events world. \nThis webinar will use Zoom’s live transcription feature for captioning. \nEIC Status: Approved\nDomain A: Strategic Planning\nCredit Hours: 1.0 \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_603AgK1LTle5CaGt61nYhg|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 DES Program Sponsor:  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/webinar-december-2023-des-expert-panel-qa/ CATEGORIES:Industry Calendar,PCMA Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Webinars-1500-by-500-36.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231218T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231218T193000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20230919T234521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T181050Z UID:193391-1702915200-1702927800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Annual Meeting 2023 DESCRIPTION:Registration today for our biggest event of the year!  The Annual Meeting features exciting education with running legend Dave McGillivray\, student scholarship winners\, presentation of the 2024 Board of Directors\, a silent auction and fabulous food\, drink and fun! \nProceeds from our Charity Auction benefit the 2024 Charity of Choice\, Marisa’s Mission. If you’d like to donate an item to promote your company\, please email us at newengland@pcma.org. \n$50/members\, $75 nonmembers.  No cost for hospitality students. \nGenerously hosted by our Event Sponsor\, Ned Devine’s & Briar Events!  REGISTRATION LINK HERE. \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/annual-meeting-2023/ LOCATION:Ned Devine’s Irish Pub\, 1 Faneuil Hall Marketplace\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Networking,• New England,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Annual-Winter-Image-2023-scaled-bemv7U.tmp_.gif ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20New%20England%20Chapter":MAILTO:newengland@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240111 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20221020T160833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T174407Z UID:175964-1704585600-1704931199@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:2024 PCMA Convening Leaders DESCRIPTION:Join us Jan. 7-10\, 2024\, when PCMA Convening Leaders brings its flagship education and networking event to San Diego\, California. \nDiscover why thousands of business events professionals and community leaders from around the world come to Convening Leaders every year to explore\, through leading-edge education\, research\, and networking\, how business events generate economic and social legacies for businesses and communities. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/2024-pcma-convening-leaders/ LOCATION:San Diego Convention Center\, 111 Harbor Dr\, San Diego\, 92101 CATEGORIES:Industry Calendar,PCMA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/cl24-event-1500x500-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240107T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240107T140000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231018T165945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T151836Z UID:195336-1704610800-1704636000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Foundation Cup DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Aviara Golf Club\, home of the LPGA Kia Classic and designed by Arnold Palmer\, while supporting the PCMA Foundation. \nDepart San Diego hotels at 7am and return at 2:30pm. \n$4\,000 per foursome – includes greens fees\, carts\, continental breakfast\, lunch and transportation \nTo reserve a spot or for additional information\, contact JoAnn Bedrosian Ryan at jryan@pcma.org \nPlease note that registration for Convening Leaders 24 is a prerequisite for purchase. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/foundation-cup/ LOCATION:Aviara Golf Club\, 7447 Batiquitos Dr\, Carlsbad\, CA\, 92011\, United States CATEGORIES:• Networking,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Park-Hyatt-Aviara-Golf-Hole-.2e16d0ba.fill-1280x720-c100.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240107T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240107T153000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231121T180313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T192238Z UID:197328-1704636000-1704641400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:CL24 Onsite Career Networking Reception DESCRIPTION:Connect with diverse and talented professionals in the business events industry\, in a variety of roles\, without leaving your home or office. Reach business events strategists- all with a passion for social and economic progress\, professional and personal development\, business growth\, and organizational success. \nReserve your spot as a job-seeker. Register today! \n\n\n JOB-SEEKER REGISTRATION URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/cl24-onsite-career-fair/ LOCATION:San Diego Convention Center\, 111 Harbor Dr\, San Diego\, 92101 CATEGORIES:• Networking,Featured,Industry Calendar,PCMA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/1500x500-career-networking.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231009T120016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T173021Z UID:194426-1704645000-1704650400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Southeast Chapter Reception\, Meeting and Silent Auction at Convening Leaders DESCRIPTION:Join us for cocktails\, hors d’oeuvres\, networking and our annual silent auction! \nWhen:\nSunday\, January 7 | 4:30PM-6:00PM \nWhere:\nMarriott Marquis San Diego Marina\nSan Diego\, CA \nAuction Details: \nExpoAuctions will\, again\, be handling the Silent Auction fundraiser. Donors will be recognized on-site\, on the Southeast Chapter Website\, and in the weekly e-newsletters. \nDonations will be accepted thru January 6. \nPlease click HERE to fill out Auction Form. \n  \nAttendance is complimentary if you pre-register below or $25 at the door.  \n \nThank You to our Auction Donors \nURL: letsbid.expobid.co \n \n  \n**Chapter members will be asked to cast their ballot on-site for 2 changes to the bylaws \n\nThank you to our event sponsor URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/southeast-chapter-reception-and-silent-auction-at-convening-leaders-2/ CATEGORIES:• Networking,• Southeast,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Untitled-design-68-zQcGAP.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231031T183117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T094601Z UID:195903-1704645000-1704650400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Chapter Reception at Convening Leaders DESCRIPTION:Please join us to kick off Convening Leaders!\nA welcome reception with the New England\, New York\, and Greater Philadelphia Chapters will take place on Sunday\, January 7\, 2024\, 4:30pm-6:00pm PST\, at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina\, Rancho Santa Fe Room. If your primary membership is with the New England\, New York\, or Philadelphia Chapter\, please click here to register.  \nThere is no fee to attend\, but membership to one of the three chapters is required. \nATTENTION FOOTBALL FANS! Football will be televised during this reception. \nThank you to our event sponsors!\n \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/chapter-reception-at-convening-leaders-5/ LOCATION:Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina\, 1515 Dallas Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77101\, United States CATEGORIES:• Greater Philadelphia,• Networking,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/CL-weebsite-1500x500-1-BDsxNS.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Greater%20Philadelphia%20Chapter":MAILTO:gppcma@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231101T164512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T223602Z UID:195967-1704645000-1704650400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Chapter Reception at Convening Leaders DESCRIPTION:Please join us to kick off Convening Leaders!\nA welcome reception with the New England\, New York\, and Greater Philadelphia Chapters will take place on Sunday\, January 7\, 2024\, 4:30pm-6:00pm PST\, at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina\, Rancho Santa Fe Room. If your primary membership is with the New England\, New York\, or Philadelphia chapter\, please click here to register.  \nThere is no fee to attend\, but membership to one of the three chapters is required. \nATTENTION FOOTBALL FANS! Football will be televised during this reception.\n \nThank you to our reception sponsors! URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/chapter-reception-at-convening-leaders-6/ LOCATION:Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina\, 1515 Dallas Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77101\, United States CATEGORIES:• Networking,• New York Area,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/CL-2024-web-banner-rHuKJG.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NYPCMA":MAILTO:newyork@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231108T141700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T174509Z UID:196329-1704645000-1704650400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Chapter Reception at Convening Leaders 2024 DESCRIPTION:Kick off Convening Leaders and celebrate with your Gulf States colleagues and friends. Attendance is complimentary – RSVP is appreciated. \nHaven’t registered for Convening Leaders 2024? Register HERE. \nMarriott Marquis San Diego Marina – Pacific Ballroom 23\nSunday\, January 7 | 4:30 – 6:00PM\nComplimentary \n \nQuestions? Contact us at gulfstates@pcma.org. \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/chapter-reception-at-convening-leaders-2024/ LOCATION:Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina\, 1515 Dallas Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77101\, United States CATEGORIES:• Gulf States,• Networking,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2023-Chapter-Reception-at-CL-Facebook-Cover-q5sBnD.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Gulf%20States%20Chapter":MAILTO:gulfstates@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231111T163115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T184536Z UID:196602-1704645000-1704650400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:PNW Chapter Reception at Convening Leaders DESCRIPTION:Save the Date – More Details coming Soon \nPCMA PNW Chapter Reception at Convening Leaders 2024 San Diego URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/pnw-chapter-reception-at-convening-leaders/ CATEGORIES:• Networking,• Pacific Northwest,Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/2020-Banner-Website.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231121T143300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T184509Z UID:197312-1704645000-1704650400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:CL 2024 New England Reception DESCRIPTION:Re-connect with your New England\, Greater Philadelphia and New York Area colleagues at the Convening Leaders Joint Chapter reception in San Diego\, California in the Rancho Santa Fe Room at the Marriott Marquis.   \nPlease register here to help us with our planning.   \nThank you to our sponsors! URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/cl-2024-new-england-reception/ LOCATION:Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina\, 1515 Dallas Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77101\, United States CATEGORIES:• Networking,• New England,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/CL-weebsite-1500x500-1-1024x341-1-Hbnfb6.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20New%20England%20Chapter":MAILTO:newengland@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231205T171513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240106T191528Z UID:198050-1704645000-1704650400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:2024 Convening Leaders Chapter Reception DESCRIPTION:Kick off your 2024 PCMA Convening Leaders experience by celebrating with your Southwest & Pacific\, Northern California and Pacific Northwest Chapter member colleagues and friends at our joint chapter reception! Our joint chapter reception is the plan to be and now is the time to register to secure your spot!  And RSVP via registration will be required for entry. \nWhen: Sunday\, January 7\, 2024 \nTime:  4:30pm – 6:00pm \nHosted by: PCMA Southwest & Pacific Chapter\, PCMA Northern California Chapter and PCMA Pacific Northwest Chapter \nWhere: Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina \nCost: No cost to attend! \nThank you to our event sponsors: \nNorthwest Event Show \nExplore Seattle Southside \n  \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/2024-convening-leaders-chapter-reception/ LOCATION:Marriott Marquis San Diego\, 333 WEST HARBOR DRIVE\, San Diego\, California\, 92101\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Networking,• Southwest & Pacific,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2024-Joint-Chapter-Save-the-Date-Invitation-pqKKBK.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Southwest%20%26amp%3B%20Pacific%20Chapter":MAILTO:Southwest@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231206T184540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T211619Z UID:198191-1704645000-1704650400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Chapter Reception – Convening Leaders DESCRIPTION:Join the Pacific Northwest\, Northern California & Southwest & Pacific Chapters for Some Networking to Kick off Convening Leaders 2024 \n \nHosted by: Northern California\, Pacific Northwest\, and Southwest & Pacific Chapters. \nSponsored by: Seattle Southside and Northwest Event Show and SEAS URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/chapter-reception-convening-leaders/ LOCATION:Marriott Marquis San Diego\, 333 WEST HARBOR DRIVE\, San Diego\, California\, 92101\, United States CATEGORIES:• Networking,• Pacific Northwest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2020-Banner-3-Website-TjvgOp.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Pacific%20Northwest%20Chapter":MAILTO:pacificnorthwest@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231206T201521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T230015Z UID:198197-1704645000-1704650400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:2024 PCMA Capital Chapter Convening Leaders Reception DESCRIPTION:Join your PCMA Capital Chapter friends and colleagues for our annual Convening Leaders Chapter Reception! You will have an opportunity to network with old and new friends at the beautiful InterContinental San Diego. \nDon’t wait… space is limited so register today! \nDate: Sunday\, January 7\, 2024 \nTime: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM \n \nFees:\n$10 Planner Member\n$60 Supplier Member\n$25 Planner Non-Member\n$110 Supplier Non-Member \nThanks to our Partners:\nPresenting Sponsors\n \n \nEvent Sponsor\n\nVenue Sponsor URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/2024-pcma-capital-chapter-convening-leaders-reception/ LOCATION:InterContinental San Diego\, 901 Bayfront Court\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States CATEGORIES:• Capital,• Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/IntercontinentalSanDiego-46dIfO.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231213T103108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T093022Z UID:198627-1704646800-1704650400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:EMEA Meet Up at Convening Leaders 2024 DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join the EMEA community and kick off 2024 together at Convening Leaders. \nThis is an opportunity for all EMEA participants to gather\, network and get to know one another before we embark on the Convening Leaders 2024 experience. \nWe will all travel together from the Marriott Hotel to the Opening Reception at Sea World following the EMEA Reception. \nWhen: Sunday\, 7th January 5-6pm \nWhere: Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina\, Temecula Ballroom \nPlease note that this is an invite only event. \n\n\n + Add to Calendar\n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW[vc_raw_html]JTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZnby5wY21hLm9yZyUyRmwlMkY1ODkwMTMlMkYyMDIzLTEyLTEzJTJGOGNmbGo0JTIyJTIwd2lkdGglM0QlMjIxMDAlMjUlMjIlMjBoZWlnaHQlM0QlMjI3NjAlMjIlMjB0eXBlJTNEJTIydGV4dCUyRmh0bWwlMjIlMjBmcmFtZWJvcmRlciUzRCUyMjAlMjIlMjBhbGxvd1RyYW5zcGFyZW5jeSUzRCUyMnRydWUlMjIlMjBzdHlsZSUzRCUyMmJvcmRlciUzQSUyMDAlMjIlM0UlM0MlMkZpZnJhbWUlM0U=[/vc_raw_html] URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/emea-meet-up-at-convening-leaders-2024/ LOCATION:Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina\, 1515 Dallas Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77101\, United States CATEGORIES:EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa),Featured,Industry Calendar,PCMA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/EMEA-Meet-Up.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240108T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240108T074500 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20230929T141515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T141515Z UID:193862-1704695400-1704699900@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Get Fit with the Foundation: Fun Run/Walk DESCRIPTION:A 5K run/walk through San Diego’s beautiful scenery with fellow CL24 attendees.\n\nRegistration for CL24 required\, sign up here. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/get-fit-with-the-foundation-fun-run-walk/ LOCATION:San Diego Convention Center\, 111 Harbor Dr\, San Diego\, 92101 CATEGORIES:• Networking,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/GetFit.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240108T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240108T074500 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20230929T141521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T191018Z UID:193863-1704697200-1704699900@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Get Fit with the Foundation: All Fitness Levels Bootcamp DESCRIPTION:Join us for a “sweatworking” opportunity to meet industry friends. Walk along the Bay on the Embarcadero trail for a full body workout focused on optimizing your mindset\, endurance\, and strength training. Using your own body weight experience the benefits of fat burning and muscle toning while enjoying the seaside fresh air in this fun fitness experience\, \n\nRegistration for CL24 required\, sign up here. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/get-fit-with-the-foundation-hiit-workout/ LOCATION:San Diego Convention Center\, 111 Harbor Dr\, San Diego\, 92101 CATEGORIES:• Networking,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/GetFit.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240108T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240109T000000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231018T160028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T160028Z UID:195337-1704747600-1704758400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Party With A Purpose DESCRIPTION:During an evening in the historic and buzzing Gaslamp Quarter\, we combine the thrill of San Diego’s nightlife with the joy of philanthropy. Join us at this multi-level night club known for its contemporary design\, high-energy atmosphere and stunning rooftop experience. Come make a meaningful impact while celebrating in style! \nPrice: $150 \nBrought to you by GES\nMusic Partner: Visit Austin and Austin Convention Center\n \nProceeds go to the PCMA Foundation. \nPlease note that registration for Convening Leaders 24 is a prerequisite for purchase. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/party-with-a-purpose/ LOCATION:Nova SD\, 454 Sixth Ave\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States CATEGORIES:• Networking,Industry Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240109T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240109T074500 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20230929T141526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T141526Z UID:193864-1704783600-1704786300@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Get Fit with the Foundation: Sound Bath DESCRIPTION:A unique escape from the hustle and bustle of conference life! This meditative sound bath will help you achieve a deeper state of relaxation\, leading to better sleep\, reduced stress levels\, and improved mood.\n\nRegistration for CL24 required\, sign up here. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/get-fit-with-the-foundation-sound-bath/ LOCATION:San Diego Convention Center\, 111 Harbor Dr\, San Diego\, 92101 CATEGORIES:• Networking,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/GetFit.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231116T150109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T190017Z UID:197019-1706090400-1706094000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Fire Up Your Meetings with Spark AI DESCRIPTION:Project SPARK is a free education and development initiative to shed light on the evolving place of AI in the business events industry. \nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to access and utilize a new and exciting business events AI tool in-development aimed at immediately helping you jump-start routine event planning tasks\, complementing your skills and expertise\, not replacing them. \nProject SPARK is your starting point to explore\, together\, the challenge of adopting new AI technology that could enhance the power of the human connections you create. \nJoin us and PCMA staff to learn and embrace the challenge of AI and ignite a path beyond the boundaries of what is possible in the business events industry. \nSpeaker: \n\nMeredith Sorkin\nManager\, Chapter Engagement – Professional Convention Management Association \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/fire-up-your-meetings-with-spark-ai/ LOCATION:Online\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Gulf States,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Spark-AI-Event-PbNtAz.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Gulf%20States%20Chapter":MAILTO:gulfstates@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T103000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231109T191611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T110821Z UID:196509-1706774400-1706783400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:February Chapter Meeting & Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the February Chapter Meeting\,\nHow To Leverage LinkedIn For Your Business and Brand.\nOur featured speaker will be Scott Aaron\, who specializes in how to “create meaningful human connection\, build personal brands\, and grow wealth through the means of LinkedIn.” During this event\, attendees will learn how to: \n\nOptimize their LinkedIn profiles.\nBuild a proper network.\nSend LinkedIn messages the right way.\nCreate content.\n\nAttendees are encouraged to bring their laptops\, as the session will include real-time instruction. Each person who registers by Friday\, January 26th will receive an autographed copy of Scott’s book\, The LinkedIn® Book For Sales and Marketing\, along with a virtual accountability checklist and downloads to ensure you take action after the meeting. There will be open Q&A throughout the meeting so no one is left behind. \nAgenda:\n8:00am-8:45am: Registration and breakfast\n8:45am-10:15am: Opening remarks and education session\n10:15am-10:30am: Closing remarks \nLocation\, Hotel Accommodations & Parking:\nMany thanks to the Courtyard Philadelphia City Avenue for hosting this breakfast meeting. The hotel is offering a discounted room block ($99 rate\, $115.20 inclusive rate). The cutoff date is January 25\, 2024. Guests can either book directly through this reservation link or by calling 1-866-877-1206. Complimentary self-parking is available. \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\, January 29\, 2024\, at 8:00am. After that\, only onsite registration will be available beginning at 8:00am on Thursday\, February 1\, 2024 outside of the Fairmont Ballroom.\nClick here to register or click on the blue button below.\n\nEducation Credit: PCMA PHL 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: The Courtyard Philadelphia City Avenue building is accessible. If you need additional accessibility services or have questions\, please contact gppcma@comcast.net. \nA Message From the Community Service Committee: At this event\, we will be hosting a school supply donation drive for the Tanner G. Duckrey School in the Philadelphia School District. They will accept basic school supplies that can be purchased at any store\, or gift cards to stores like Staples\, Target\, Amazon\, or CVS. Students are also in need of socks\, hats\, and gloves\, ages 5-10. Please help support the students and faculty at this school by bringing donations to this meeting. Venmo will also be accepted at the event. \nThank you to our host and sponsors! URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/february-chapter-meeting-breakfast/ LOCATION:Courtyard Philadelphia City Avenue\, 4100 Presidential Boulevard\, Philadelphia\, 19131\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Greater Philadelphia,• Networking,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2.1.24-final-website-header-dZoVQW.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Greater%20Philadelphia%20Chapter":MAILTO:gppcma@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T193000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20231220T224518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T131515Z UID:198977-1707845400-1707852600@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 the PCMA PHL upcoming social hour at Cabin at Dilworth Park on Tuesday\, February 13th\, from 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. Sip drink specials from Brûlée Catering – $7 Maker’s Mark® Bourbon cocktails\, $6 wine and $5 Hazy Beer Hug\, plus discounted weekly food specials. Center City District is also pleased to offer complimentary ice skating to attendees! \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-17/ LOCATION:Cabin at Dilworth Park\, 1 S 15th St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States CATEGORIES:• Greater Philadelphia,• Networking,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/21324-Website-Heade-3diBf6.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Greater%20Philadelphia%20Chapter":MAILTO:gppcma@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T124500 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20230902T104613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T191608Z UID:192578-1708516800-1708519500@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Leverage LinkedIn: Strategies for Meeting Professionals and Suppliers DESCRIPTION:LinkedIn is the go-to social media platform for business professionals. With over 900 million members\, it’s a powerhouse to help you increase your visibility\, position yourself as the go-to expert in your industry\, generate buzz for your conferences\, meetings\, and events\, and connect with decision makers for new opportunities to grow your business. Join PCMA POWER Chapter on February 21st for this virtual event as Jennifer Darling presents this high content program where you’ll learn strategic and tactical approaches to maximize LinkedIn. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nJennifer’s 3 Part Formula to Leverage LinkedIn for an Endless Supply of Leads\nExactly What You Need in Your Profile to Attract High-Quality Prospects\n4 Most Effective Power Posts to Increase Your Visibility\nConference & Meeting Planner Case Study Using LinkedIn\n\nBuild visibility for your clients’ conferences and meetings\, and generate and nurture leads for your business. Jennifer is a professional speaker\, member of the National Speakers Association\, the author of Increase Your Leads with LinkedIn: 52 Tips for Sales Success\, Say Yes! Then Figure It Out\, and Find Your Leadership Rhythm! With over 20 years’ experience in advertising sales and sales management for companies such as FOX\, NBC\, CBS\, and Comcast\, she knows what works and what doesn’t to boost sales\, motivate teams\, and shift mindsets. \nRegistered attendees will receive the Zoom link via email on February 20th. \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/creating-a-marketing-mindset-a-virtual-thought-leader/ LOCATION:Online\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• POWER,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Leverage-LinkedIn-YaZaUa.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T183000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20240205T201708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T230017Z UID:201123-1708536600-1708540200@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:SPARK AI Demo for Hospitality Students DESCRIPTION:Project SPARK is PCMA’s free AI tool dedicated to the business events industry. \nJoin this live Zoom demonstration geared toward hospitality students in New England.  See how SPARK AI can help you prep for event planning tasks\, complete project work more efficiently\, review contracts\, search for venues and so much more! \nMeredith Douglas\, Manager of Chapter Engagement at PCMA\, hosts.  Meredith will share how SPARK has transformed her daily work and questions will be welcomed on this live demo. \nRegister at this link.   \n  \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/spark-ai-demo-for-hospitality-students/ CATEGORIES:• Education,• New England,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/spark-cropped-eFYYSU.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T133000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20240202T113027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T131559Z UID:200960-1708603200-1708608600@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:February Lunch & Learn: Is AI “Applicable Intelligence”?: Using AI to Enhance Efficiency in Your Daily Workflow DESCRIPTION:Is AI “Applicable Intelligence”?: Using AI to Enhance Efficiency in Your Daily Workflow\nJoin us as we delve into AI and its applications in the events industry. This session is for business event organizers\, DMO/NSO partners\, and hotel sales professionals seeking practical strategies to integrate AI into your daily workflow and the tactical advantages to showcase your personal value to your organization. \nDate: February 22\, 2024 \nTime: 12:00 – 1:30 pm \n  \nSpeakers: \nMeredith Douglas\, Manager\, Chapter Engagement\, PCMA HQ \nDiane E. Kovats\, CAE\, CMP\, Chief Executive Officer\, International Society for Computational Biology \nAriel Litewka\, CMP\, DES\, Senior Meetings Manager\, Society of Critical Care Medicine \nLisa Nucci\, Chief Marketing Officer\, Choose Chicago \n  \nWhere: Virtual Registration Link Below \nCost: $12 Member – Planner or Supplier \n$22 Non-Member – Planner or Supplier \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/is-ai-applicable-intelligence-using-ai-to-enhance-efficiency-in-your-daily-workflow/ LOCATION:Online\, United States CATEGORIES:• Capital,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/pcma-feb-LL-event-feature-image-3-AvtYCA.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240222T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240222T173000 DTSTAMP:20260408T044549 CREATED:20240206T214514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T230016Z UID:201222-1708614000-1708623000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Town Hall DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in depth look at the current state of the meetings industry from our distinguished speaker\, Ishma Haider\, Vice President of Group Travel for the US Travel Association. Ishma will share her latest insights on the forecast for 2024 and what USTA is planning to help promote our country to the outside world. Ishma previously served as the Convention Marketing Director for Visit Orlando and the Marketing Manager for Caesar’s Entertainment. Her background also includes marketing positions with Bristol Myers Squibb and roles in Advertising. She even served as a Stage Manager for a CBS affiliate. Ishma’s diverse background will enable her to market the US to a vast international audience targeting the Group segment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, February 22\n3:00pm – 5:30pm\nThe Jay Hotel\, San Francisco\n433 Clay St\nSan Francisco\, CA 94111 \n$75 Member\n$95 Non-Member \nAfter Feb 16th  \n$95 Member\n$105 Non-Member \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n3:00pm Registration/Networking\n3:30pm – Program\n4:30pm – Reception\n5:30pm – Concludes \n\n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker\n \nIshma Haider – Vice President\, Group Travel for U.S. Travel Association \nIshma Haider serves as Vice President of Group Travel at the U.S. Travel Association\, a role specifically created to enhance the organization’s efforts in promoting group travel to and within the United States. With a wealth of experience and a proven track record\, Ishma is the driving force behind the association’s initiatives to boost group travel nationwide. \nPrior to her role at U.S. Travel\, Ishma was the Director of Convention Marketing at Visit Orlando\, where her strategic vision and leadership led to consistent year-over-year growth in group travel for the destination marketing organization. \nBefore joining Visit Orlando\, Ishma played a key role on Caesars Entertainment’s national meetings and events marketing team\, where she helped secure major conventions and elevate Caesars’ standing within the meetings industry. Her journey in the hospitality sector began after a successful stint in advertising\, marking a transformative shift that fueled her passion for the meetings and conventions industry. \nIshma Haider brings over 15 years of expertise in advertising\, marketing\, and now\, an unwavering commitment to the group travel sector. Ishma’s dedication to forging meaningful connections within the travel community is evident in her career trajectory\, reflecting her genuine enthusiasm for the possibilities that group travel holds. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/town-hall/ LOCATION:The Jay Hotel\, 433 Clay St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94111\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Networking,• Northern California,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Town-Hall-w-Speaker-1-kl7mrg.tmp_.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR