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 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 TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD TZID:Asia/Singapore BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0800 TZOFFSETTO:+0800 TZNAME:+08 DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Mexico_City BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T161500 DTSTAMP:20260404T042334 CREATED:20230720T141601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T113020Z UID:190203-1695214800-1695226500@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Martha’s Table – PCMA Capital Chapter Community Service Activity DESCRIPTION:Join the PCMA Capital Chapter Community Services Committee for an afternoon of giving back during a Martha’s Table Markets event. We will be volunteering in-person on Wednesday\, September 20\, 2023 from 1 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Volunteers should dress comfortably (jeans\, t-shirts and sneakers) as you’ll be assisting in the distribution of fresh produce including fruits & vegetables to customers. Activities will include: restocking\, assisting in bagging requested items\, and carrying bags to customer vehicles. \nThis activity is limited to the first 20 individuals to sign up. Please note that parking at the venue is limited\, attendees are encouraged to carpool or take public transportation. Via Metro – Green Line train to Anacostia station\, transfer to the Circulator Bus to Congress Heights (Bus Bay F). Exit the bus at the Elvans Road SE stop (5 stops from Anacostia). Martha’s Table Market is located at 2375 Elvans Road S.E. \nDate:\nWednesday\, September 20\, 2023\n1:00 PM – 4:15 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n. \nThank you to our event sponsors:\n \n\n​ \nThank you to our Annual Partners\n  \n\nAnnual Partners\nConvening Leaders Partner\n\n\n\n​ \n  \n\n\n\nGMID Presenting Partner\n\n\n\n​ \n  \n\n\n\nAnnual Partners\n\n\n\n​ \n  \n\n\n​ \n  \n\n\n​ \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/marthas-table-pcma-capital-chapter-community-service-activity/ CATEGORIES:• Capital,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Marthas-Table-Event-1-HsxyNr.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230921 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230922 DTSTAMP:20260404T042334 CREATED:20230810T203748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T203748Z UID:191509-1695254400-1695340799@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:NCBMP State of Black Tourism DESCRIPTION:NCBMP’s Annual “State of Black Tourism” features leading hospitality executives in the industry\, along with elected officials\, who will present the newest trends for Black and Brown travelers in the U.S. and around the world. \n\nRegistration/Continental Breakfast: 8:30am\nProgram begins at 9:00am\nReception immediately following\n2023 Annual Chairman’s Address\nKey Learnings\nHow does Black culture intersect with Tourism?\nWhat tools will your organization need to navigate within this political climate?\nIn what ways can you impact positive change? URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/ncbmp-state-of-black-tourism/ LOCATION:Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library\, 901 G St. NW\, Washington D.C.\, 20001\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Networking,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/NCBMP.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042334 CREATED:20230628T120020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T120105Z UID:188810-1695747600-1695756600@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Don’t Be A Drag\, Just Be A Queen (Or King)! DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, September 26th | 5:00 – 7:30 PM \nArlington Cinema & Draft House\n2903 Columbia Pike\, Arlington\, VA 22204 \nThe First Annual Don’t be a Drag Just be a Queen (or King)! event was a blast. Can you imagine what the second annual event will be like? Save the date and get ready for a night to remember. The PCMA Capital Chapter Second Annual Don’t be a Drag Just be a Queen (or King)! event is on Tuesday\, September 26th and may even have more surprises than last year! \nWhether you want to perform or enjoy as an audience member\, we’re confident you will be entertained. \nHere’s a challenge to all our CVB friends – each city has its own favorite drag queen\, how about you bring in your favorite performer! \n\n\nThank you to our Sponsors!\n\n\n\n\nVenue Partner\n\n\n\n\n \nDiamond Diva Partners\n \n \nDreamgirl Performer Sponsor\n\n \n  \nFierce & Fab Friends Partner\n \n \n  \n \nBrand the Registration Desk Partner\n \n  \n\n\n\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/dont-be-a-drag-just-be-a-queen-or-king-2/ LOCATION:Arlington Cinema & Draft House\, 2903 Columbia Pike\, Arlington\, VA\, 22204\, United States CATEGORIES:• Capital,• Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Don___t_be_a_Drag__Just_be_a_Queen___or_King__-1-HB2uev.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230926T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230926T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042334 CREATED:20230830T210056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T233043Z UID:192450-1695751200-1695758400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:MEET THE VENUE: The Rec Room Brentwood DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Fraser Valley Event Professionals Association\, PCMA Canada West presents our next “Meet the Venue” series at The Rec Room Brentwood in Burnaby! \nJoin us on Tuesday\, September 26th\, for an engaging and energetic team building activity that promises to foster new connections and strengthen existing bonds. Put your skills and teamwork to the test across an array of games\, collaborating in teams to accrue points. The cutting-edge technology at The Rec Room Gaming Yard will seamlessly track credits and redemption points. The top 3 teams will be honored in a medals ceremony\, followed by a reception and networking. Your ticket includes two complimentary drinks and appetizers. \nThis event is part of our “Meet the Venue” series\, an unparalleled opportunity to explore distinctive venues in the Greater Vancouver Area. The Rec Room\, nestled within The Amazing Brentwood\, boasts an impressive 43\,000 square feet of entertainment\, dining\, and leisure options\, all seamlessly integrated under one roof. With a plethora of engaging activities\, including an array of over 90 arcade games\, virtual reality experiences\, bowling\, axe throwing\, and various tabletop games\, The Rec Room offers an unbeatable setting for a memorable team building experience. Sign up now to experience this venue first hand! \nDATE: Tuesday\, September 26th from 6:00-8:00PM \nLOCATION:  The Rec Room Brentwood – 1920 Willingdon Ave\, Unit 2106\, Burnaby\, BC \nAmple street parking and underground parking are available\, in addition to the Brentwood Skytrain and bus loop\, which are connected to the Amazing Brentwood.  If you park in the underground\, complimentary parking is available for 2 hours. Simply scan the QR code at the host stand upon arrival to register your plate. \nPRICING: (includes two drink tickets and appetizers) \n\nMembers (PCMA\,MPI\,ILEA\, FVEPA) – $30\nNon-Members – $40\nOn-site Registration – $45\nStudents – $20\n\nREGISTER HERE!\nThank you to our sponsors. \n      URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/meet-the-venue-the-rec-room-brentwood/ LOCATION:The Rec Room Brentwood\, 2106 - 1920 Willingdon Ave\, Burnaby\, V5C 0K3\, Canada CATEGORIES:• Canada West ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CDHT-Meeting-8-fkZYWN.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20230927T090000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20230927T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042334 CREATED:20230615T090900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T092937Z UID:188213-1695805200-1695816000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:PCMA APAC Labs\, Singapore - Guiding Principles in Experience Design DESCRIPTION:Stay tuned for more updates!\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Early Access to SPARK: Business Events AI Powered by You \nProject Spark is a free education and development initiative was announced at IMEX Frankfurt by PCMA and Gevme on 24 May. \nProject Spark includes an AI tool aimed at helping you jumpstart routine event design and planning tasks\, content generation and marketing communications. Spark is designed to complement your skills and expertise\, not replacing them. \nThe waitlist for early access to Spark is growing. PCMA APAC Labs participants will gain early access to Spark on 14 June! \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Who should attend \nEvent organisers | Event marketers | Event managers | Agency leaders | Marketers | Association leaders  \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n Speakers \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Ben HamerDaniel Tjan\n \n \n \n \n Dr Ben Hamer\n \nFuturist\, Author\, and Podcast Host \n\n\n \n \n \n\n Professor Ben Hamer is one of Australia’s few accredited futurists and is a global expert on the Future of Work. \nHe heads up the Future of Work market for one of the world’s leading advisories and has worked at the World Economic Forum\, where he led critical projects on the future of work\, skills and education. Ben is a Board Member for the Australian HR Institute\, where he was appointed as the youngest Non-Executive Director in the organisation’s history and provides expert commentary across Australian media on a regular basis. \n\n\n Current Work: \nBen has a doctorate of Public Administration\, which included time spent as a Visiting Scholar at Yale University\, and is an Adjunct Professor with the Centre for Work and Wellbeing at Edith Cowan University. Coupled with his leading industry experience\, Ben has advised ASX CEOs through to Government Ministers. He is a sought-after keynote speaker on the topic of life and work in the future\, and what it all means for organisations\, leaders\, and workers. \nBen is the host of PwC Australia’s Future of Work podcast and author of The Kickass Career: How to succeed in the Future of Work\, today. \nCheck out Ben’s Linkedin. \n\n Daniel Tjan\n \nDirector\, Business Innovation\, Gevme \n\n\n \n \n \n\n Daniel Tjan is the Director of Business Innovation at Gevme\, with 18 years of experience in the technology industry. He has worked closely with Singapore’s leading government\, enterprise\, education\, and MICE clients on various event technology-related projects. An expert in identifying and resolving problems using technology and relating it to existing business processes. He has trained and consulted with both senior management and end-users from different backgrounds and learning styles. \nAt PCMA Labs\, Daniel will be discussing the impact of AI on the workforce and explore the potential for AI to revolutionize the way we work as well as the challenges it presents. \nCheck out Daniel’s Linkedin. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Event Details \nDate: Wednesday\, 14 June 2023\nTime: 9:15am – 11:30am AEST  [ SAVE THE DATE ]\nVenue: Sydney\, Australia (Actual venue will be sent via email) \n\n[vc_btn title=”REGISTER YOUR INTEREST TODAY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#54a0d4″ custom_text=”#ffffff” link=”url:%23registration”]\n Limited spots available – priority will be given to PCMA Members. A confirmation email with event specifics will be sent to confirm registrations nearer to the event date.\n \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n About PCMA Labs \nPCMA Labs is a sandbox for event organisers\, marketers\, event managers\, and event strategists. Explore business events industry trends and pain points in a safe environment where you will be challenged to think out of the box\, where the seemingly impossible may be possible with collective wisdom and action. Build trusted\, peer-to-peer relationships and be part of a community that innovates and shapes the future of our industry.  \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Register your interest to attend the event by filling in the form below.\n*All fields are necessary.  \n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n OUR PARTNERS URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/pcmalabapac-sg-experience-design-2/ CATEGORIES:APAC (Asia Pacific) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20230927T093000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20230927T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042334 CREATED:20230721T062939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T031917Z UID:190230-1695807000-1695816000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:PCMA APAC Labs\, Singapore - Guiding Principles in Experience Design: Six Truths for Innovative Engagement Strategies DESCRIPTION:Discover the Six Truths for Innovative Engagement Strategies to elevate your engagement game! \n\n\n What are the Six Truths for Innovative Engagement Strategies? How can you apply them into elevating your engagement experience? \n\n\n \n \n \n\n Guiding Principles in Experience Design: Six Truths for Innovative Engagement Strategies.  \n\n\n Get ready to revolutionise your engagement approach of the six truths that go beyond mere trends! Join us this 29 August as we:  \n\nDive into these Six Truths; \nHear from industry leaders about their definition of innovative engagement; and \nEmbark on peer-to-peer exploration on the application of the truths to your own engagement game.\n\n\n[vc_btn title=”REGISTER YOUR INTEREST TODAY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#54a0d4″ custom_text=”#ffffff” link=”url:%23registration”]\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n Who should attend \nEvent organisers | Event marketers | Event managers | Agency leaders | Marketers | Association leaders  \n\n\n Event Details \nDate: Wednesday\, 27 September 2023\nTime: 9:30am – 12:00pm SGT  [ SAVE THE DATE ]\nVenue: Singapore (Actual venue will be informed via email) \n\n\n Limited spots available – priority will be given to PCMA Members. An email with specifics will be sent to you to confirm your registration and secure your spot.\n \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n What our participants have to say about PCMA APAC Labs in June: \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n It’s amazing to realize the potential of AI in enhancing efficiency. I even created a task list to use Spark that can improve my team’s productivity. My first PCMA Labs experience was fantastic – great topics and terrific networking opportunities with like-minded professionals. \n Kym De Britt\, Chief Executive Officer\, Australian Dental Association \n\n \n \n “Today’s session highlighted the potential of AI technology in our industry\, urging us to embrace new tools and skills for improved productivity. PCMA Labs provide a valuable opportunity to connect with knowledgeable professionals and enhance the events landscape.” \n Zarina Othman\, Head of Operations\, Asia\, European Society of Medical Oncology \n\n \n \n I can imagine using Spark in our workflow as part of our daily tasks eventually. It was nice to know what is available out there and PCMA Labs condensing a variety of useful information about AI together makes it easier for us in the community to absorb it. \n Jane Saunders\, Director Of Operations\, MCI Hong Kong & Macau \n\n \n \n “AI is the way forward for every industry\, and it’s wonderful to witness Spark’s potential in my workflow to make my day-to-day work easier. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at PCMA Labs\, catching up with familiar faces\, and networking with peers from the industry.” \n Emma Scown\, Strategic Experiences Consultant\, Salesforce \n\n \n \n “Today’s session was an informative and eye-opening experience\, providing clarity on AI and its opportunities. PCMA Labs showcased Spark’s potential in the MICE industry from vetting legal contracts to crafting emails and agenda. We are exceptionally happy to partner with PCMA on the series of PCMA labs to get together with industry partners.” \n Genevieve Lim\, Director – MICE Management\, Marina Bay Sands \n\n \n \n AI is here to stay\, and it will continue to improve our work and lives. While Spark has the potential to improve my workflow\, deeper exploration of real-life applications is necessary. The knowledgeable speakers at the Labs pleasantly surprised me with their in-depth dive\, providing clear real-life examples of AI and interesting tools for practical use. \n Eric Chew\, Digital Director & Account Director\, Agenda Consulting \n\n \n \n PCMA Labs offers practical guidance on utilizing AI for industry benefits\, emphasizing the importance of human touch and reducing workload while enabling deeper content refinement. \n Erica Seo\, Director\, Business Strategy – APAC / Managing Director\, George P Johnson Experience Marketing \n\n \n \n “AI is not going to replace us; it enhances productivity and lets us focus on more important tasks. It’s interesting to see Spark’s capabilities in generating content\, and its recap video feature is especially intriguing for me to capture information.” \n William Gunner\, Senior Event Producer\, Lateral Events \n\n \n \n It’s exciting to know that there are readily available AI technologies for us to utilize. I am thrilled by Spark’s potential and its ability to save us a significant amount of time. Timely topic for us\, and fantastic networking opportunities to reconnect with my PCMA colleagues. \n Julie McGraw\, Managing Director\, GEMS Event Management Australia \n\n \n \n Today’s session was enriching\, bringing together professional from diverse industries providing different perspectives. I was impressed with the quality of the content Spark generated\, and happy to be able to meet and exchange experiences with fellow educators. \n Jeslin Wee\, Senior Education Specialist\, Ngee Ann Polytechnic \n\n \n \n The interactive session on Project Spark and its transformative power in the field of event management was truly eye-opening. The energy in the room was fantastic\, and the diverse global audience made it an enriching experience. Kudos to the moderator and speakers for an exceptional session. \n David Blansfield\, Executive Vice President\, Northstar \n\n \n \n Discovering AI’s impact was eye-opening. Project Spark excites me with time-saving efficiency\, benefiting juniors and streamlining solutions for seniors. PCMA Labs offers opportunities to reconnect\, learn\, and explore AI’s potential. \n Karine Koh\, Managing Director\, Asia & Oceania\, ARHT \n\n \n[vc_btn title=”REGISTER YOUR INTEREST TODAY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#54a0d4″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:%23registration”]\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n About PCMA Labs \nPCMA Labs is a sandbox for event organisers\, marketers\, event managers\, and event strategists. Explore business events industry trends and pain points in a safe environment where you will be challenged to think out of the box\, where the seemingly impossible may be possible with collective wisdom and action. Build trusted\, peer-to-peer relationships and be part of a community that innovates and shapes the future of our industry.  \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n Speakers \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Adam PiperdyMichael Ma\n \n \n \n \n Adam Piperdy\n \nFounder and Chief Experience Officer of Unearthed Productions  \n\n\n \n \n \n\n Adam Piperdy is the Founder and Chief Experience Officer of Unearthed Productions\, one of Singapore’s leading event planning and management companies.    Before being known as the go-to authority in the events industry\, he spent 7 years helming the number one evening show on Singapore radio. Together with his fellow radio DJ\, he took home the Guinness World Record for the longest marathon radio music show by a duo in 2015.    He continues to apply the art of entertainment and audience engagement in his unique approach to event planning and management today. Along with his dedicated team of equally talented event specialists\, Adam is passionate about creating event experiences centred around human connections.  \nCheck out Adam’s LinkedIn  \n\n\n Michael Ma\n \nAssistant Chief Executive\, Sentosa Development Corporation  \n\n\n \n \n \n\n Mr Michael Ma\, Assistant Chief Executive\, Sentosa Development Corporation   \nMichael currently oversees Technology and Place Management in Sentosa as the Assistant Chief Executive Officer of Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC). As a member of SDC’s senior management team\, he is closely involved in the key growth and developmental areas of sustainability and the continual reinvention of Sentosa as a precinct loved by visitors and locals alike.   \nPrior to joining SDC\, Michael served for 28 years in various key Command and Staff appointments in the Ministry of Defence and the Singapore Armed Forces. Apart from being deployed to Afghanistan for seven months\, his other highlight was serving as the Chief Artillery Officer.   \nIn his free time\, Michael reads\, runs and tries his best to be a decent golfer.  \nCheck out Michael’s LinkedIn  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n Register your interest to attend the event by filling in the form below.\n*All fields are necessary.  \n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n OUR PARTNERS URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/pcmalabapac-sg-experience-design/ CATEGORIES:APAC (Asia Pacific) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/PCMA-Labs-APAC-SG_27-Sep.2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230928 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231002 DTSTAMP:20260404T042334 CREATED:20230510T130321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T220830Z UID:185976-1695859200-1696204799@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:PCMA Foundation Partnership Summit 2023 DESCRIPTION:This executive-level education with VIP networking and business development is by invitation and raises funds to support the PCMA Foundation. \nIf you are interested in becoming a sponsor for the 2023 Partnership Summit\, contact the Foundation at foundation@pcma.org or +1 312.423.7262. \n2023 Partnership Summit Host: URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/foundation-partnership-summit-2023/ LOCATION:Westin Playa Bonita Panama\, Km 6 Camino A Veracruz\, Panama City\, Panama CATEGORIES:Featured,Industry Calendar,PCMA Events,PCMA Foundation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/MicrosoftTeams-image-47.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Foundation":MAILTO:foundation@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230928T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230928T111500 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230803T234518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T234512Z UID:191149-1695895200-1695899700@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Project Spark: An AI Tool Designed for the Business Events Industry DESCRIPTION:[vc_btn title=”Register Now” style=”classic” color=”primary” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fna.eventscloud.com%2Fprojectsparkseptembereducation|||”] \n\n \n\n\nJoin us for an exclusive and groundbreaking session entitled “Project Spark\,” where we invite event planners like yourself to delve into the future of the business events industry. This once-in-a-generation opportunity will empower you to understand and shape the impact of disruptive technology on our chosen profession.Through Project Spark\, a revolutionary free education and development initiative\, we aim to shed light on the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in our industry. By participating\, you will gain hands-on access to an AI tool specifically designed to jump-start routine event planning tasks\, allowing you to leverage your skills and expertise in unprecedented ways. \nThis session serves as your starting point to explore\, together\, the challenges and opportunities of adopting new AI technology that can amplify the power of human connections. Our expert\, Meredith Sorkin\, Manager of Chapter Engagement at PCMA\, will guide you through this transformative journey.Now is the time to embrace the AI challenge and ignite a path beyond the boundaries of what is possible in the business events industry. On Thursday\, September 28th at 10-11am\, join us virtually for an immersive experience that promises to equip you with the knowledge and skills to navigate the AI landscape with confidence.Don’t miss out on this incredible chance to learn the fundamentals of AI and how it can revolutionize event planning. Register now and be part of the movement that will shape the future of our profession. \n\nDon’t forget to visit rmpcma.org to secure your spot and embark on a transformative journey with Project Spark. \n \nMeredith Sorkin\, Manager of Chapter Engagement at PCMA \n\n\n  \n Visionary Sponsors:\n \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/education-program-project-spark/ CATEGORIES:• Rocky Mountain ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Spark-RMC-1-e1695239459621-6uCGBD.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Rocky%20Mountain%20Chapter":MAILTO:rockymountain@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230718T223026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T154702Z UID:189931-1695906000-1695920400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Annual Golf 2023 DESCRIPTION:The PCMA Heartland Chapter is excited to host our annual Chapter Golf Classic again this year. This event will be held at Oak Ridge Social Club\, on September 28\, 2023.\nRegistration opens at 1:00 pm.  Closing awards begins at 4:15 pm. \nSPONSORSHIPS\nPlease consider sponsoring the PCMA Heartland Chapter Putt-Putt Golf Event. Our\nsponsorships will be a bit different from the past\, you will be sponsoring one of the putt-putt holes. With this format\, you have the opportunity to get creative on your hole with signage\, games and/or an individual competition that you create. The planners will all be divided into small teams and will rotate through and play on each hole. This gives everyone the opportunity to meet and network with all the planner and sponsors. \n  \nSEE WHO’S COMING URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/annual-golf-2023/ CATEGORIES:• Heartland END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230816T211536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T143030Z UID:191758-1695906000-1695924000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:NYPCMA Education Day DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a productive day of learning and networking at the NYPCMA Education Day. The day will be filled with insightful sessions led by industry experts\, designed to provide you with the latest trends\, strategies\, and tools to excel in your field.\nNYPCMA Education Day is not just about learning\, but also about connecting with like-minded professionals. Engage in meaningful conversations\, share experiences\, and build valuable relationships that could shape your future career.\nMark your calendars and be part of the NYPCMA Education Day!\nAgenda:\n1:00pm-2:00pm | Registration and Networking\n2:00pm-5:00pm | Program featuring PCMA Best in Class Speaker\, Ashley Brundage\, and Cameron Curtis\n5:00pm-6:00pm | Reception \nLocation: The Altman Building\, 135 West 18th Street\, New York\, NY 10011 \nAccessibility: The Altman Building is accessible. The venue is at street level. There is an elevator and ramp to take guests downstairs to access the bathrooms. If you need additional accessibility services or have questions\, please contact newyork@pcma.org. \nRegistration Information: \n\nMembership in 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\, September 25\, 2023. After that\, only onsite registration will be available beginning at 1:00pm on Thursday\, September 28\, 2023.\nClick here to register or click on the blue button below.\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 September 22\, 2023 for more information. \nThank you to our host and sponsors!\n \nEvent Sponsors\nHost\, The Altman Building\nPCMA Best in Class Speaker Sponsor\, the PCMA Foundation\nSession Sponsor\, Go Providence\nKeynote Sponsor\, San Francisco Travel Association\nReception Sponsor\, Discover Albany \n2023 sponsors\nPlatinum Sponsor\, Kalahari Resorts & Conventions\nGold Sponsor\, Wind Creek Bethlehem\nSilver Sponsor\, Destination Vancouver\nCatering Sponsors\, Visit Fort Worth and Visit Salt Lake \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. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/nypcma-education-day-4/ LOCATION:The Altman Building\, 135 West 18th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Networking,• New York Area,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/92823_1500x500-80sSyk.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NYPCMA":MAILTO:newyork@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230928T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230928T173000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230707T133115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T120019Z UID:189190-1695913200-1695922200@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:The Power of Inclusion with Deanna Singh DESCRIPTION:Join your community of event professionals as we highlight the power of inclusion while showcasing Bellingham and the blossoming events industry it fosters.Explore the power of inclusion! It acknowledges the virtues of issuing public statements\, modifying behavior\, and changing policies to achieve greater inclusivity\, but it pushes organizations to go further. Those who achieve the greatest success are those that go beyond creating inclusive declarations\, actions\, or environments to fundamentally change the way they make decisions.Explore how to modify organizational processes to encourage buy-in\, share authority\, and foster belonging in order to achieve the full benefits of inclusive workplace culture.Key Takeaways:• Define inclusion.• Examine how inclusivity benefits organization.• Explore strategies for creating a more inclusive culture.\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n3:00 pm – Registration Open/Networking\n3:30 pm – Presentation\n4:30 pm – Reception/Networking\n5:30 pm – Conclusion\n\nDeanna Singh\, Founder & CEO\, Uplifting Impact\nDeanna Singh wants to live in a world where marginalized communities have power. As an expert social entrepreneur\, she is obsessed with making the world a better place\, and she will build or break systems to create positive change. While tackling complex social challenges\, Deanna gives audiences the tools and courage to imagine\, activate\, and impact the world as agents of change. Deanna is described as a trailblazer and dynamic speaker who is at the forefront of social change. She is an award-winning author\, educator\, business leader\, podcaster\, and social justice champion! \nSingh earned her Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies from Fordham University\, a Juris Doctorate from Georgetown University\, and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin\, Madison. She has been recognized by the Milwaukee Business Journal as one of the community’s most influential 40 Under 40 Leaders\, the State of Wisconsin as a Women Who Inspires\, and by Forbes as an African American Woman Everyone Should Know. \nNeed a place to stay?\nStay the night at the charming Fairhaven Village Inn and take 20% off the room rate for Thursday\, September 28\, 2023\, for PCMA PNW attendees! Call to obtain the discount or book online here https://secure.webrez.com/hotel/383/?package_id=280834. Come explore Bellingham and Whatcom County!  \nFairhaven Village Inn\n1200 10th St | Bellingham\, WA 98225\n(360) 733-1311 URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/save-the-date-upcoming-education-program/ LOCATION:Bellingham Cruise Terminal\, Dome Room\, 355 Harris Ave\, Bellingham\, 98225\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Networking,• Pacific Northwest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/September-Program-Banner-UJxz6V.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Pacific%20Northwest%20Chapter":MAILTO:pacificnorthwest@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230916T032534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T204429Z UID:193239-1695985200-1695987000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Flash Friday: Is Your Event Really Accessible? DESCRIPTION:Join us for our newest PCMA ELI subscriber\, and PCMA and CEMA member-exclusive benefit\, Flash Fridays! \n“Do you have any dietary restrictions or special requests?” \nMany #eventprofs add that question to their registration form\, serve gluten free meals\, and believe we’re checking off the accessibility and inclusivity checkbox. But designing and building a truly accessible event requires thinking much deeper and more thoroughly about your room setup\, furniture\, access points\, and emergency procedures. \nNabeel Ramji\, Accessibility Advocate and Co-Founder of Pedesting will join Anh Nguyen for this casual\, lunchtime session. Diving into timely and specific topics #eventprofs care about\, Nabeel will share his experiences attending events in a wheelchair and the simple\, but overlooked\, things planners can do to ensure their event is truly wheelchair accessible. Anh and Nabeel will guide an interactive discussion and give attendees a chance to ask questions\, share their perspectives\, and learn from each other. \nTopics covered:\n– Designing registration spaces for attendees in wheelchairs\n– Emergency evacuation of attendees in wheelchairs\n– Identify spaces that are oftentimes overlooked when designing for wheelchair access \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%2FtJYlf-msqjoqEtxZ04y5MQy9KKvb0wDUhWB1|target:_blank” el_class=”reg-btn”] URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/webinar-flash-friday-is-your-event-really-accessible/ CATEGORIES:Industry Calendar,PCMA Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Flash-Friday-9.29-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231001T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231002T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230704T170125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T141530Z UID:189000-1696181400-1696275000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:PCMA NCC L.E.A.P. 2023 DESCRIPTION:Stress and sustainability\, tech and time management\, health and happiness. \nAs event and hospitality professionals\, how do we take care of ourselves\, our attendees and each other?\n\nJoin us October 1st & 2nd at the Embassy Suites in beautiful Napa Valley and find out with PCMANCC’s LEAP 2023: Event EQ.\n\nYou will learn from eight different speakers from a variety of issues that impact us directly on a daily basis. We don’t just talk the talk\, we’ll also walk the walk (& literally!) by implementing wellness throughout this program.\n\nWhether it’s the food we eat\, the way we interact with each other\, or reflecting on our personal and professional boundaries\, you’ll end the event refreshed with key takeaways to strategically infuse at your office back home or your next on site engagement.\n\nJoin your peers in exciting networking opportunities and inspiring education and enter the new world of Event EQ!\n  \nRegister HERE \n  \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 hotel room at the beautiful Embassy Suites on Sunday October 1st and/or complimentary registration. \nLimited space\, register and complete this survey. \nAttention Suppliers! Interested in showcasing your products or services to attendees throughout the event? Email us to learn all of the benefits of becoming a Table Sponsor. \nThank you to our Sponsors \n \nWhy Sponsor – Click Here \nMeeting Our Speakers – Click Here \nVenue: \n \nEmbassy Suites by Hilton Napa Valley\n1075 California Boulevard\, Napa CA 94559 \nRoom Block: \nStart Date: Sunday\, October 1\, 2023 End Date: Monday\, October 2\, 2023\nLast Day to Book: Friday\, September 1\, 2023\nHotel(s) offering your special group rate: \n\nEmbassy Suites by Hilton Napa Valley for $319 USD per night\nSelf Parking – $20 a night\nComplimentary Internet\n\nBook your group rate for PCMA \nAgenda: \nLearn More About the Sessions – Click Here \n\n\n\nTime\nSession\n\n\nSunday\n\n\n\n3:30 – 6:00pm\nRegistration\n\n\n5:00 – 6:00pm\nSponsor program & Tour (Planners & Partners Only)\n\n\n6:00 – 8:00pm\n Taste of Napa Valley Reception (Planners & Partners Only)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\n\n\n\n8:30 – 9:30am\nRegistration/ Morning Snack/ Activity\n\n\n9:30 – 9:50am\nWelcome Remarks\n\n\n9:50 – 10:35am\nMorning Keynote\n\n\n\nBanish Burnout: Move from Stress to Success\n\n\n10:45 – 11:30am\n   Breakout 1 (Concurrent)\n\n\n\nDiversity & Inclusion: Neurodiversity & Untapped Talents in Your Workforce\n\n\n\nTips\, Tools\, & Tricks for Personal & Professional Well-being\n\n\n11:30am – 1:00pm\n Lunch & Walking Activity\n\n\n1:00 – 1:45pm\nBreakout 2 (Concurrent)\n\n\n\nCommunicating with Style; Understanding Communication Styles\n\n\n\nNetworking Like a Pro\n\n\n1:45 – 2:00pm\nBreak\n\n\n2:00 – 2:45pm\nBreakout 3 (Concurrent)\n\n\n\nFinancial Planning Basics for your Person and Profession\n\n\n\nYour Personal Brand\n\n\n2:45 – 3:00pm\n15 min Activity\n\n\n3:00 – 4:00pm\nFeatured Keynote\n\n\n\nCreating Healthy Event Spaces and Experiences that Help us Thrive!\n\n\n4:00 – 4:15pm\nClosing Remarks\n\n\n4:30 – 5:00pm\nTransportation\n\n\n5:00 – 7:30pm\nClosing Reception\n\n\n\n  \nFees: \nPCMA Planner Member: $100\nPCMA Planner Non-Member: $125\nPCMA Supplier Member: $125\nPCMA Supplier Non-Member: $150\nPCMA Student/Faculty: $75 \nRegister HERE URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/pcma-ncc-l-e-a-p-2023/ LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton Napa Valley\, 1075 California Boulevard\, Napa\, CA\, 94559\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Networking,• Northern California,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/L.-E.-A.-P.-October-1-2-2023-fp6AcD.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231010T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231010T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20231002T193033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T193314Z UID:193990-1696935600-1696939200@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Community Conversation: Medical Meeting Organizers DESCRIPTION:This event is available to PCMA Medical Meeting Organizer Members only. \nJoin us for a conversation with other PCMA medical meeting organizers around the latest trends\, topics and challenges. Members are encouraged to come with questions and share experiences for the benefit of the group. 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URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/october-pink-social/ LOCATION:Moxy Boston Downtown\, 240 Tremont Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States CATEGORIES:• Networking,• New England,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/balloons-cropped-8-21-scaled-yUT9L0.tmp_.gif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231012T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231012T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230810T100025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T140016Z UID:191475-1697108400-1697119200@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Best in Class Chapter Education Event featuring Fran Dean-Bishop DESCRIPTION:Join the POWER Chapter for our annual Best in Class education event\, brought to you by the PCMA Foundation on October 12 at the Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown\, featuring Best in Class speaker Fran Dean-Bishop! \nRegistration now open! \n\n\n REGISTER NOW \n\nPrioritize Workplace Wellbeing to Boost Productivity\, Performance\, and Engagement \nFran Dean-Bishop is a management consultant and the award-winning President and CEO for Aerobodies\, Inc.\, a health and wellbeing corporate service provider. She established a 20-year track record as a business leader\, publisher\, speaker\, and technology innovator\, founding Aerobodies\, Inc. in 1997 as a provider of health management and business consulting services to private and public sector organizations. \nFran currently leads a team of 50 employees and contractors serving 20 different federal agencies and private sector companies in the areas of workforce management\, health technology integration\, enterprise-level activation\, and engagement systems. A certified Executive Leadership Coach\, she serves on the boards of the National Contract Managers Association Tysons Chapter and the Northern Virginia Technology Council as a Co-Chairwoman of the Healthcare Committee. She is also a professionally certified master wellness coach. \n  \nThank you to our sponsors \n \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/best-in-class-event-featuring-fran-dean-bishop/ CATEGORIES:• POWER ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/0170_exterior-05_2000-cEl0ca.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231012T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231012T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230830T103112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T163008Z UID:192398-1697112000-1697115600@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – October 12\, 2023 DESCRIPTION:Maximizing Event ROI: Unleashing the Power of Meetings\n     \nOur Lunch and Learn program is making a comeback! We are excited for our upcoming event which is a free\, virtual event. Grab your lunch and join in on October 12th\, 12:00 CST as we hear from Tammy Kockaya\, CMP\, CMM is the Senior Director for Product Innovation at PCMA. With more than 20 years in the events industry\, she’s a highly collaborative and accomplished leader with a proven track record for driving organizational change and effectiveness while building high-performance cultures. Tammy is a problem-solver who gravitates toward developing and implementing strategies to address complex challenges while finding every opportunity to invest in her team’s professional development. \n​​​​​Session Description:\nIn the ever-evolving world of events and meetings\, achieving a substantial Return on Investment (ROI) has shifted from a mere philosophical notion to an indispensable survival strategy. Join us for an enlightening session designed exclusively for the PCMA Heartland Chapter\, where we delve into the essential aspects of driving ROI in this dynamic landscape. \nDuring this thought-provoking session\, we will explore the tangible value of events and meetings\, demonstrating how they can transcend beyond mere gatherings to become transformative experiences that yield measurable results. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your understanding of event ROI and become an influential force in shaping the future of the industry. Register now for this must-attend session and unlock the true potential of your events! \nAnd\, as a bonus\, you’ll hear about all of the tools\, resources\, and education available to you from the Event Leadership Institute\, a PCMA company\, where PCMA members receive 20% off certificate courses to advance their skills and career. \nSession Objectives: \nProvide attendees with a clear understanding of the purpose an event serves and how to measure its impact effectively.\nEquip participants with the knowledge and skills to guide internal or external stakeholders in optimizing their event strategies for maximum effectiveness.\nEmpower attendees to become proactive advocates for maximizing event effectiveness and driving tangible outcomes. \nAbout Tammy: \nTammy Kockaya\, CMP\, CMM is the Senior Director for Product Innovation at PCMA. With more than 20 years in the events industry\, she’s a highly collaborative and accomplished leader with a proven track record for driving organizational change and effectiveness while building high-performance cultures. Tammy is a problem-solver who gravitates toward developing and implementing strategies to address complex challenges while finding every opportunity to invest in her team’s professional development. \nTammy is also the Event Leadership Institute’s Advanced Event Design & Strategy certificate course instructor\, where she brings together her many years of strategic planning and experience coaching teams\, along with her passion for education and training. \nFor fun\, she’s a budding gardener\, yogi\, sometimes hiker\, and home chef\, and she’s completed the Key West Half-Marathon. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/lunch-and-learn-october-12-2023/ CATEGORIES:• Heartland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/lunch-learn-gzENkN.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231013T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231013T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20231004T152724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T152724Z UID:194162-1697194800-1697196600@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Flash Friday: Negotiating Internet Access at Your Event DESCRIPTION:Join us for our newest PCMA ELI subscriber\, and PCMA and CEMA member-exclusive benefit\, Flash Fridays! \nIn today’s age of connectivity\, providing reliable\, secure\, and fast Wi-Fi access at your event is a must. But the cost to do this at some venues is still a huge obstacle for many planners. \nBrian Monahan\, Vice President of Sales & Business Development at Prestige AV will join Anh Nguyen for this interactive discussion. They will give attendees specific tips and negotiating tactics for getting better\, more cost-effective internet access at your event\, and specific questions you can ask and contract terms to add into your negotiations to ensure you are able to provide connectivity at your events. \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%2FtJ0kfumqrTwrH9DPIqCUAOswQGb0MGaP_PEw%23%2Fregistration|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: Brian Monahan\nVice President\, Sales and Business Development\, Prestige AV & Creative Services URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/webinar-flash-friday-negotiating-internet-access-at-your-event/ CATEGORIES:Industry Calendar,PCMA Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Flash-Friday-10-13-23-1500-x-500.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231017 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231020 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230227T214849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T205633Z UID:181558-1697500800-1697759999@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:2023 IMEX Las Vegas DESCRIPTION:The heartbeat of the global business events community \nIMEX America kicks off with a full day of free education at Smart Monday on Monday\, October 16 2023 at Mandalay Bay. Trade show opening and closing times are below. \nFind out more here \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Get Fit with the PCMA Foundation  \nWhere:\nMandalay Resort- Bay Delano Pool Deck\, \nWhen:\nTuesday morning October 17th  6:30 a.m. – 7:15 a.m. PST \nPrice:\n$30 for Suppliers and one Event Organizer guest.\n$20 for Event Organizers \n\n[vc_btn title=”REGISTER FOR HIIT WORKOUT” style=”outline-custom” outline_custom_color=”#54a0df” outline_custom_hover_background=”#54a0df” outline_custom_hover_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” align=”center” i_align=”right” i_icon_fontawesome=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSfFmjJDwm8X5qKfA7b7dinMuP-J4yqDbz12yp5m6gDTARmnKg%2Fviewform|target:_blank”]\n \n \n \n \n\n Schedule an Appointment with PCMA/CEMA \nInterested in learning more about PCMA/CEMA during IMEX? Schedule an appointment at our booth D3465: \n\n[vc_btn title=”PCMA (imexamerica.com) SCHEDULE” style=”outline-custom” outline_custom_color=”#54a0df” outline_custom_hover_background=”#54a0df” outline_custom_hover_text=”#ffffff” shape=”round” align=”center” i_align=”right” i_icon_fontawesome=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fimexamerica.com%2Fnewfront%2Fexhibitor%2F5120|target:_blank”]\n Afternoon Reception: 3 – 4 p.m.\nPCMA and Experience Columbus Joint Reception \nPCMA is thrilled to partner with Experience Columbus for Convening Leaders 2023. We’ll be celebrating our partnership at IMEX with a joint reception from 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. featuring locally-inspired cocktails such as the Buckeye Bourbon House. \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n PCMA Event Leadership Institute at IMEX America \n\n\n Smart Monday\, October 16\, 2023 \nSession One | Business Bootcamp for Independent Planners\nTime: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. PST \nSpeakers:\nHoward Givner\, SVP Knowledge & Innovation\, PCMA\nTammy Kockaya\, CMP\, CMM\, Senior Director\, Product Innovation\, PCMA \n  \nSession Two | Using AI for Productivity\, Creativity and Analysis\nTime: 2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. PST \nSpeaker:\nNick Borelli\, Marketing Director\, Zenus\, Inc. & PCMA Event Leadership Instructor \n  \nSession Three | How I Built This: Insights from Independent Planners & Agency Owners on Growing Their Companies\nTime: 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. PST \nFacilitator: Howard Givner\, SVP Knowledge & Innovation\, PCMA \n  \nThursday\, October 19\, 2023 \nSession Four | The Talent Magnet Interview Series\nTime: 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. PST in the Inspiration Hub \nFacilitators: Howard Givner\, SVP Knowledge & Innovation\, PCMA\nTammy Kockaya\, Senior Director\, Product Innovation\, PCMA URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/2023-imex-las-vegas/ LOCATION:Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino\, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89119\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Industry Calendar,PCMA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMEX-America-2023.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231023 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231025 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230815T200059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T200059Z UID:191695-1698019200-1698191999@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:The Collective Experience: 2023 Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion Conference DESCRIPTION:Join our partner\, Tourism Diversity Matters\, in Philadelphia\, October 23-24\, 2023! This conference is designed for industry leaders seeking new innovative\, forward-thinking diversity\, equity\, and inclusion strategies. A 20% partner discount is available. Simply use PARTNER2023 when registering. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/the-collective-experience-2023-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-conference/ LOCATION:Hilton Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing\, 201 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States CATEGORIES:• Networking,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/TDM.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231023T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231023T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230828T231530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T120014Z UID:192326-1698058800-1698073200@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Speed Networking in Montreal: Be Unapologetically You/On gagne en étant soi-même sans complexe. DESCRIPTION:  \n \nEnglish version to follow… \nDate :  Lundi le 23 octobre 2023\, Montréal\, QC \nHeure : 11h00 – 15h00 HNE \n11h00 – 11h30 – Inscription\n11h30 – 12h30 – « Speed-dating » événementiel\n12h30 – 13h00 – Déjeuner\n13h00 – 14h00 – Conférence éducative\n14h00 – 15h00 – Réception café et dessert avec réseautage et prix \nLe chapitre de l’est du Canada de PCMA est fier d’organiser un événement spécial de réseautage et d’éducation à Montréal\, soit au Le Centre Sheraton Montréal Hôtel. \nL’événement se déroulera en trois segments différents : une heure de réseautage\, suivi d’une séance éducative d’une heure  suivi plus de réseautage en fin de journée. Ce ne sera pas votre événement d’affaires typique ! Le temps de réseautage alloué permettra aux planificateurs et aux fournisseurs de se rencontrer dans un contexte de « speed-dating » événementiel. \nChaque fournisseur inscrit devra acheter une table cocktail pour trouver de nouvelles occasions d’affaires. Nous invitons les planificateurs à se joindre gratuitement à cet événement unique pour créer d’excellentes relations\, élargir leur réseau professionnel\, tout en échangeant\, les uns avec les autres\, dans un cadre plus intime. \nDescription de la séance \n<> \nCette devise est au cœur des initiatives commerciales audacieuses et du parcours professionnel non conventionnel de Jake Karls\, et s’y tenir est sa plus grande fierté. En faisant abstraction du bruit et des détracteurs\, Jake a appris à s’accommoder de l’inconfort initial que représente le fait d’être simplement lui-même. Autrefois peu sûr de lui à l’idée de s’adresser à des investisseurs de premier plan\, Jake a cultivé la confiance nécessaire pour apprécier les moments difficiles et en tirer de la force. Son engagement à rester fidèle à lui-même a permis à la marque de se développer organiquement\, et les résultats ont été assez extraordinaires.  \nDans cette conférence percutante et inspirante\, Jake vous encourage à faire confiance à votre instinct – le muscle le plus puissant que vous ayez – et à trouver votre superpouvoir\, quel qu’il soit. C’est lorsque vous êtes authentiquement vous-même que cela se produit.  \nÀ propos de notre conférencier \n \nJake Karls est un chef d’entreprise d’un genre différent – authentique\, rafraîchissant et totalement dépourvu de b*******. \nIl est le cofondateur et le principal artisan de Mid-Day Squares\, la marque de chocolat bon pour la santé qui a transformé un rêve de table de cuisine en un nom de ménage mondial. Mid-Day Squares est en train de bouleverser un secteur vertical extrêmement compétitif grâce à une équipe gagnante\, une stratégie marketing innovante et un esprit intrépide. \nJake est reconnu comme une étoile montante dans le monde des affaires. Il a été finaliste du prix de l’entrepreneur de l’année décerné par EY\, a été nommé sur la liste des 30 de moins de 30 ans de Forbes pour 2023 (catégorie alimentation et boissons) et contribue régulièrement à des médias dans toute l’Amérique du Nord \nFrais: \nInscription gratuite pour les planificateurs \nLes fournisseurs doivent acheter une table cocktail pour réseauter avec nos planificateurs invités \nMembres : 200 $ + TVH (comprend une inscription de table cocktail et une de représentant) \nNon-membres : 300 $ + TVH (comprend une inscription de table cocktail et une de représentant) \nInscription de représentant supplémentaire* : 150 $ + TVH \n*Maximum deux représentants par table \nINSCRIVEZ-VOUS DÈS AUJOURD’HUI! \n  \n\nDate: Monday\, October 23rd\, 2023\, Montréal\, QC \nTime: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST \n11:00AM – 11:30AM – Registration \n11:30AM – 12:30PM – Speed Networking \n12:30PM – 1:00PM – Lunch \n1:00PM – 2:00PM – Education \n2:00PM – 3:00PM – Coffee & Dessert Reception with Networking & Prizes \n  \nPCMA Canada East Chapter is hosting a special Networking and Education event in downtown Montreal at Le Centre Sheraton Montréal Hôtel. \nThe event has been created with three different segments: an hour of networking at the beginning followed by an hour of education and finishing the day with another hour of networking. This will not be your typical networking event! The allotted networking time is for planners and suppliers to meet in a speed networking environment. \nEach Supplier registered will need to purchase a table to find new opportunities. We invite planners to join this special event on a complimentary basis\, making new connections\, and expanding their network by interacting with one another in a more intimate setting. \nSession Description: \n“You win by being unapologetically you.” \nThis motto is at the heart of Jake Karls’ bold business moves and unconventional career journey\, and sticking to it is his proudest achievement. Blocking out noise and naysayers\, Jake learned to get comfortable with the initial discomfort of simply being himself. Formerly insecure about pitching high-profile investors\, Jake cultivated the confidence to enjoy and gain strength from tough moments. His commitment to staying true to himself has allowed the brand to grow organically\, and the results have been pretty extraordinary. \nIn this impactful and inspiring keynote\, Jake urges you to trust your gut – the most powerful muscle you have – and find your superpower\, whatever it is. When you’re unapologetically you\, that’s when the magic and serendipity happen. \nAbout Our Speaker: \n \nJake Karls is a different type of business leader – unapologetically authentic\, refreshingly relatable\, and completely free of b*******. \nHe is the Co-founder and Chief Rainmaker of Mid-Day Squares\, the good-for-you chocolate brand that turned a kitchen-table dream into a global household name. Mid-Day Squares is leading the disruption of an extremely competitive vertical with a winning team\, innovative marketing strategy\, and fearless spirit. \nJake is recognized as a rising star in the business world. He was a finalist in EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year awards\, was named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list for 2023 (Food and Beverage category)\, and is featured as a regular contributor to media outlets across North America. \nFee: \nComplimentary registration for planners \nSuppliers need to purchase a tabletop to network with our guest planners. \nMembers: $200 +HST (includes one table-top and one representative registration) \nNon-Members: $300+HST (includes one table-top and one representative registration) \nAdditional representative registration*: $150 +HST \n*Maximum two registrations per table \nREGISTER NOW! \n  \n\nEducation Partner: \n \nVenue Partner: \n \nSpeaker Partner: \n \n                                                         \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/speed-networking-in-montreal/ CATEGORIES:• Canada East,• Education,• Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/PCMA-Newsletter-Banners-CWk5wA.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Canada%20East%20Chapter":MAILTO:canadaeast@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20231023T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Mexico_City:20231023T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20231023T200000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T213033Z UID:194740-1698073200-1698076800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:LATAM Webinar: ¿Qué tiene en común un gran seductor y un gran vendedor? DESCRIPTION:¿Te has preguntado alguna vez por qué un gran seductor y un vendedor excepcional tienen un éxito tan impactante en sus respectivos campos? \nEn este webinar\, desentrañaremos los hilos comunes que unen estas dos habilidades aparentemente distintas. Ambos se basan en la empatía\, la comunicación efectiva y la comprensión profunda de las necesidades y deseos de las personas. Exploraremos cómo estas cualidades se traducen en técnicas persuasivas que te permitirán influir y persuadir de manera ética en el mundo de los negocios. No te pierdas esta oportunidad de descubrir los secretos detrás de su encanto y cómo puedes aplicar estas estrategias para alcanzar el éxito en tus ventas. \nREGISTRATE AQUÍ A LA SESIÓN ONLINE \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Jennifer Nacif \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Jennifer Nacif\nEscritora y conferencista \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \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%2FtJMqdOqtrD0jGNRecWnpd5QPmpxg0uMpMCHY|target:_blank” el_class=”reg-btn”] URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/latam-webinar-que-tiene-en-comun-un-gran-seductor-y-vendedor/ CATEGORIES:Industry Calendar,LATAM (Latin America),PCMA Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Banner-Webinar-Jennifer-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20LATAM":MAILTO:pcma.latam@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230928T093746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T145850Z UID:193790-1698228000-1698231600@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Event technology showcase – How Interprefy is leading the way in localization for live events DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful discussion on how Interprefy is transforming the world of localization at global events and conferences. Our industry experts will share the latest trends around the use of AI speech-to-speech translation and how Interprefy is leading the way in providing reliable and high-quality language solutions to businesses worldwide. Learn how Interprefy’s cutting-edge technology is helping event planners break down language barriers and create truly inclusive experiences for all attendees\, regardless of language or location. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of the benefits this technology offers\, and how Interprefy can help you take your events to the next level. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to transform the way you think about interpreting! \nLearning Objectives: \n\nGain insights into how cutting-edge AI speech-speech technology is transforming the world of interpreting and enhancing global communication.\nUnderstand how utilizing technology can standardize reoccurring events regardless of location\nDevelop a better understanding of the benefits of Interprefy for events and conferences in terms of consistent quality\, flexibility\, sustainability\, diversity and inclusion.\nUnderstand the potential cost savings and efficiency gains by using Interprefy compared to traditional interpreting methods.\nWalk away with a comprehensive understanding of how Interprefy can help you achieve your event goals and deliver a truly inclusive experience for all attendees.\nExperience live Interprefy’s AI speech translation and AI subtitles.\n\nThis meeting will feature Interprefy’s AI speech translation and captions in English\, Spanish\, and Canadian French. \n\n\n Brought to you by \n \n\n\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_4SLlvfBYQhSI1C3i0i8R7Q|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 \nSpeaker: Michel Huguenin\nCo-Owner & Operations Director\, imavox \nMichel was raised in Africa and learned to be very adaptative and loves to understand people’s culture and strengths. Graduated from Ecole Hotelière de Lausanne and graduating from Ecole de Management de Lyon with an MBA in International Strategy\, this is where Michel started his entrepreneurial journey. \nWith over 27 years of professional experience in various services industries and Technology based roles Internationally. Michel takes every challenge as an opportunity with the mission to created added value events using where relevant different technologies and tools allowing to leverage on every event. \nPassionate to learn and connect people this is how planitswiss Group has started 20 years back in a few months. \n\n\n \nSpeaker: Mark Breakspear\nLSP & AV Partnership Manager\, Interprefy \nMark Breakspear is a highly accomplished professional in the world of language service provision and audiovisual partnerships. Currently serving as the LSP & AV Partnership Manager at Interprefy\, Mark brings a wealth of experience to his role\, having previously been a frequent client of Interprefy\, offering remote interpretation to the Middle East events industry since 2020 URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/webinar-event-technology-showcase-how-interprefy-is-leading-the-way-in-localization-for-live-events/ CATEGORIES:Industry Calendar,PCMA Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Webinars-1500-by-500-51.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T104500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230929T124536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T143016Z UID:193853-1698230700-1698235200@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Learn CPR & Save a Life! DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 25th | 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM \nThe statistics for heart disease are frightening: \n# 1 killer in the US – 1 in every 5 deaths!\nCardiovascular disease claims more life’s than all forms of cancer.\n70% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests are inside the home. \nJoin the Community Services Committee on Wednesday\, October 25 to learn how to do Hands-Only CPR.\nHow can you not spend an hour learning how to save a life? The Training is FREE and is being held prior to the October Sparkler\, but you don’t have to attend the PCMA Program to attend. \n \n\nThank you to our Sponsors!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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/learn-cpr-save-a-life/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Reston\, 1800 Presidents Street\, Reston\, VA\, 20190\, United States CATEGORIES:• Capital,• Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Learn-CPR-Save-a-Life-R57eF4.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231025T113000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231025T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230801T210014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T210014Z UID:190989-1698233400-1698238800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Building Communities That Foster Thriving\, Year-Round Engagement DESCRIPTION:Engagement isn't a means to an end at your event or experience. Rather\, it's turned into a year-round mission that's key to retaining\, growing and strengthening your communities. But first\, you must build these active and collaborative groups to foster communities that advance your engagement strategy. Learn how in this session.\n\nLearner Outcomes:\n• Discover year-round engagement frameworks and strategies that involve your community long before and after a single event or experience.\n• Understand the keys to fostering and strengthening communities that are thriving with brand loyalists.\n• Develop strategies and outcomes that enable you to tie community outreach and engagement to event and bottom-line business goals.\nREGISTER NOW\n\nMember Planners: $50.00\nMember Suppliers: $50.00\nNon-Members: $65.00\nStudents: $25.00\n\nPresented by:\n Will Curran\, Founder & Chief Event Einstein\, Endless Events\n\nAs the founder of Endless Events\, creator of the #EventProfs Community\, and host of the event industry podcasts #EventIcons\, Event Brew\, and Event Tech Podcast\, Will Curran has been named one of the most influential people in the meeting & events industry\, one of the 40 under 40 event industry leaders\, 35 entrepreneurs under the age of 35\, and the highest customer satisfaction of any event company in the industry. Will has been producing in-person\, virtual\, and hybrid events since high school when he started his first company and has now worked in the management of large events with clients such as Amazon\, Anheuser-Busch\, Warner Brothers\, Louis Vuitton\, & Uber. His team's mission is to simplify the event planning process by creating the equation for an event's perfect solution. From event management to business development to the latest technologies\, Will has a diverse background in growing events and companies to the next level.\n\n\nRecommended EIC Domain G: Meeting and Event Design URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/building-communities-that-foster-thriving-year-round-engagement-2/ CATEGORIES:• Education,• Gulf States,Chapters,Industry Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Gulf%20States%20Chapter":MAILTO:gulfstates@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230802T210042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T133023Z UID:191106-1698233400-1698238800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Building Communities that Foster Thriving\, Year-Round Engagement (Hybrid Event) DESCRIPTION:Engagement isn’t a means to an end at your event or experience. Rather\, it’s turned into a year-round mission that’s key to retaining\, growing\, strengthening your communities. But first\, you must build these active and collaborative groups to foster communities that advance your engagement strategy. Join your industry peers for lunch at the Encore headquarters in Grapevine as we learn from our Best-in-Class speaker\, Will Curran. In this session you will learn how to: \n\nDiscover year-round engagement frameworks and strategies that involve your community long before and after a single event or experience.\nUnderstand the keys to fostering and strengthening communities that are thriving with brand loyalists.\nDevelop strategies and outcomes that enable you to tie community outreach and engagement to event and bottom-line business goals.\n\nREGISTER NOW \nBusiness Event Organizers: FREE! \nIn-Person Supplier Members: $50.00\nIn-Person Supplier Non-Members: $65.00 \nVirtual Members: Complimentary\nVirtual Non-Members: $10.00 \n  \nPresented by: \n   Will Curran\, Founder & Chief Event Einstein. Endless Events \nAs the founder of Endless Events\, creator of the #EventProfs Community\, and host of the event industry podcasts #EventIcons\, Event Brew\, and Event Tech Podcast\, Will Curran has been named one of the most influential people in the meeting & events industry\, one of the 40 under 40 event industry leaders\, 35 entrepreneurs under the age of 35\, and the highest customer satisfaction of any event company in the industry.  Will has been producing in-person\, virtual\, and hybrid events since high school when he started his first company and has worked in the management of large events for clients such as Amazon\, Anheuser-Busch\, Warner Brothers\, Louis Vuitton\, and Uber.  His team’s mission is to simplify the event planning process by creating the equation for an event’s perfect solution.  From event management to business development to the latest technologies\, Will has a diverse background in growing events and companies to the next level. \nEIC Domain G: Meeting and Event Design URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/building-communities-that-foster-thriving-year-round-engagement-3/ LOCATION:Venue to Be Announced\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:• Education,• Gulf States,Chapters,Industry Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CommunityEngagement-e1690930330534-fGTQ27.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Gulf%20States%20Chapter":MAILTO:gulfstates@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T173000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230727T144516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T143017Z UID:190599-1698235200-1698255000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:October Sparkler: All in on AI: What You Need To Know! DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 25th | 12:00 – 5:30 PM \nLocation:\nHyatt Regency Reston\n1800 Presidents Street\, Reston\, VA 20190 \nArtificial Intelligence (AI) can be both a friend and a foe for the meetings and hospitality industry. It is a source of curiosity\, opportunity\, and a little bit of fear. We invite you to join us from 1 – 4 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Reston\, where we’ll discuss exactly how hotels\, suppliers\, and planners are pioneering the use of AI and in which areas and uses we should be cautious and mindful. We’ll conclude the event with a reception from 4 – 5:30 p.m. \nBy attending this event\, we’ll help you balance automation and human interaction as we continue to innovate our industry and identify areas where AI could significantly impact change. \nThe event will: \n\nProvide practical applications of AI to create a personalized attendee experience.\nShare ways AI is making meetings and events more accessible for all.\nExplore how hotels deploy AI in their workforce and hotel management.\nUnderstand how AI can assist us in completing our daily tasks more efficiently.\nIdentify how AI could affect our daily routine\, workforce\, and industry.\n\n  \nAgenda (subject to updates and changes): \n\n\n\n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nRegistration\n\n\n1:00 pm – 1:15 pm\nWelcome\n\n\n1:15 pm – 2:00 pm\nKeynote: AI Enhanced Events with Nick Borelli\n\n\n2:00 pm – 2:30 pm\nSpark Demo and Q&A with Meredith Sorkin from PCMA Global\n\n\n2:30 pm – 2:45 pm\nBreak\n\n\n2:45 pm – 3:15 pm\nAI in the Industry\n\n\n3:15 pm – 3:45 pm\nAI Activity led by Nick Borelli\n\n\n4:00 pm – 5:30 pm\nReception\n\n\n\n. \nMeet the Speakers: \n \nNick Borelli\nMarketing Director\nZenus\nPCMA Best in-Class Speaker \nClick here to read more about Nick. \n.\n\nMeredith Sorkin​​​​\nManager\, Chapter Engagement\nPCMA \n \n\nThank you to our Sponsors!\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue Partner\n \n\n\nPresenting Partner\n\nEvent Partner\n \n \nBrand the Registration Desk Partner\n \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\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/october-sparkler-a-seat-at-the-table/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Reston\, 1800 Presidents Street\, Reston\, VA\, 20190\, United States CATEGORIES:• Capital,• Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Version-1-no-text-3-8V3eZA.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231026 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231027 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230803T234531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T231610Z UID:191151-1698278400-1698364799@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Save the Date: Education Program DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon! URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/save-the-date-education-program/ CATEGORIES:• Rocky Mountain ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/389_175_8460178_1015845409_4-ZaPDqY.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Rocky%20Mountain%20Chapter":MAILTO:rockymountain@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231026T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231026T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T042335 CREATED:20230920T231613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T233111Z UID:193429-1698318000-1698325200@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:AI Ignite: Pioneering the Future of Business Events DESCRIPTION:[vc_btn title=”Register Now” style=”classic” color=”primary” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fna.eventscloud.com%2Foctober2023education|||”] \n\n \nCalling all event planners! Get ready to level up your event planning skills with the AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools for Event Planners ! Join us on Thursday\, October 26th from 11am to 1pm at the University of Denver for an inspiring session led by the incredible Nick Borelli\, Zenus Director of Marketing. \n\n\nNick Borelli\, is a true industry expert in experience design\, event tech\, and digital marketing\, this event will unveil the incredible power of AI in the world of event planning. With Nick’s extensive background in live and digital communication\, he has made it his mission to bring the world together through intentionally designed experiences. \n\n\nNick is not your average marketer. With a background in experience design\, event tech\, and digital marketing\, he knows exactly what it takes to help event professionals reach their full potential. His mission? Bringing the world together through intentionally designed experiences. \n\n\nDuring this event\, Nick will take you on a journey through the exciting world of AI and its applications in event planning. Discover how AI can revolutionize your planning process\, from streamlining operations to enhancing attendee experiences. With Nick as your guide\, you’ll learn how to leverage AI to bring your events to the next level. \n\n\nImagine having the ability to predict attendee preferences\, optimize event layouts\, and personalize the overall event experience – all with the help of AI. With Nick as your guide\, you’ll learn how to harness the power of AI to create more efficient\, engaging\, and successful events. \n\n\nSo\, if you’re an event planner looking to stay ahead of the curve and unlock the full potential of AI\, this event is tailor-made for you. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn from one of the industry’s brightest minds. Join us on October 26th at 11am-1pm and get ready to embrace the power of AI in event planning! \nEvent Address: \nUniversity of Denver\nDaniels College of Business\nFritz Knoebel School of Hospitality Management\n2044 E. Evans Ave.\nDenver\, CO 80208 \nThis event is 1.5 EIC Credits.  \nParking is available in a public parking garage\, directions can be found here. \n\n\n\n \nNick Borelli\, Zenus Director of Marketing \n\n\n  \nVisionary Sponsors:\n \n  \n \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/ai-ignite-pioneering-the-future-of-business-events/ CATEGORIES:• Rocky Mountain ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/3-CbO6xu.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Rocky%20Mountain%20Chapter":MAILTO:rockymountain@pcma.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR