BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PCMA - ECPv5.14.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:PCMA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.pcma.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PCMA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/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 TZID:Asia/Hong_Kong BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0800 TZOFFSETTO:+0800 TZNAME:HKT DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD TZID:Asia/Shanghai BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0800 TZOFFSETTO:+0800 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240107T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240107T153000 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 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:20260406T005518 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:20260406T005518 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:20260406T005518 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:20260406T005518 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:20260406T005518 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:20260406T005518 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:20260406T005518 CREATED:20231130T221517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T220013Z UID:197753-1704645000-1704650400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Chapter Reception at Convening Leaders 2024 DESCRIPTION:Join RMPCMA for our Networking\nReception at Convening Leaders in San Diego!\nWhen:\nSunday\, January 7 | 4:30PM-6:00PM PT \nWhere:\nPacific Ballroom 18 at Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina \n333 W Harbor Drive \nSan Diego\, California\, 92101 \nTo RSVP\, click the link below! \nRSVP TODAY URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/chapter-reception-at-convening-leaders-2024-2/ LOCATION:Pacific Ballroom 18 at Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina\, 333 W Harbor Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States CATEGORIES:• Rocky Mountain,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Convening-Leaders-2024-1LsCIF.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Rocky%20Mountain%20Chapter":MAILTO:rockymountain@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 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:20260406T005518 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:20260406T005518 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:20240107T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 CREATED:20231209T193022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T203009Z UID:198381-1704645000-1704650400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Chapter Reception at Convening Leaders DESCRIPTION:Kickoff Convening Leaders\, the flagship event of the business events industry\, and toast the start of 2024 in San Diego with all of your GMC friends! \nWhen:\nSunday\, January 7 | 4:30PM-6:00PM \nWhere:\nMarriott Marquis San Diego Marina\nPacific Ballroom 16\, 17\, 19\nSan Diego\, CA 92101 \n  \n \nThank you to our sponsors:\nPlanner Registration Sponsor: \n \n  \n  \nSponsorship Opportunities: \nTitle Sponsor (can be split among multiple sponsors): $7\,000\nSponsor Benefits: \n\n3 min Podium Time\n3 Comp Registrations\nEvent Registration List\nSocial Media Post\nLogo on Signage\n\nRegistration Sponsor $4\,000 – SOLD to Meet Hawaii\nSponsor Benefits: \n\n2 Comp Registrations\nGreet attendees at Reg table\nProvide lanyards or swag at Reg\nEvent Registration List\nLogo on Signage\n\nReception/Bar Sponsor: $3\,000\nSponsor Benefits:\n \n\n2 Comp Registrations\nSign on bar with logo and signature drink\nProvide branded items in bar area\nLogo on Signage\n\nEntertainment or Photobooth Sponsor: $1\,000\nSponsor Benefits: \n\nCover cost of Entertainment or Photobooth during reception\nLogo on Signage\n\nDisplay Table: $500\nSponsor Benefits: \n\nHigh Boy or 6ft Table (depending on space)\nProvide banded items\nLogo on Signage\n\nPlease contact events.gmcpcma@gmail.com  to secure your sponsorship. Thank you! \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/chapter-reception-at-convening-leaders-7/ LOCATION:San Diego Convention Center\, 111 Harbor Dr\, San Diego\, 92101 CATEGORIES:• Greater Midwest,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Untitled-design-68-4iIBhj.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Greater%20Midwest%20Chapter":MAILTO:events.gmcpcma@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 CREATED:20240102T171511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T171517Z UID:199335-1704645000-1704650400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:POWER Chapter Reception at Convening Leaders DESCRIPTION:Please join us to kick off Convening Leaders! \nThe POWER Chapter will host a welcome reception on Sunday\, January 7\, 2024\, 4:30pm-6:00pm PST\, in San Diego Ballroom A (Lobby Level\, North Tower) at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina\, as part of Convening Leaders. \nKick off CL24 by networking with fellow POWER Chapter members and enjoying light hors d’oeuvres and complimentary drink tickets. Hope to see you there! URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/power-chapter-reception-at-convening-leaders-2/ CATEGORIES:• POWER ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/CL-image-bsqZ2W.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 CREATED:20240104T230103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T231607Z UID:199430-1704645000-1704650400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Convening Leaders Reception DESCRIPTION:​​​​​​ \n  \nConvening Leaders Heartland Chapter Reception will be held on January 7\, 2024 at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina in the Torrey Pines room\, 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm.\nWe are looking forward to seeing everyone there! Please RSVP HERE if you plan to attend.\n*This event is free to attend. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/convening-leaders-reception-2/ LOCATION:Marriott Marquis San Diego\, 333 WEST HARBOR DRIVE\, San Diego\, California\, 92101\, United States CATEGORIES:• Heartland END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 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;VALUE=DATE:20240108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240111 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 CREATED:20231218T191606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T210106Z UID:198830-1704672000-1704931199@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:2024 PCMA Convening Leaders DESCRIPTION:Join us Jan. 8-10\, 2024\, when PCMA Convening Leaders brings its flagship education and networking event to San Diego\, CA – At Convening Leaders 2024\, you will be challenged to Think Bigger about the boundless potential of your career and the future of the business events industry. Let’s boldly explore the possibilities of a new year inspired by San Diego’s entrepreneurial spirit\, cultural diversity\, innovative research\, and wellness benefits.​ \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-4/ LOCATION:San Diego Convention Center\, 111 Harbor Dr\, San Diego\, 92101 CATEGORIES:• Northern California ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/San-Diego-CC-SYZ3kF.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240108T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240108T074500 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 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:20260406T005518 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:20260406T005518 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:20260406T005518 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:20260406T005518 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=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240125T123000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240125T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 CREATED:20231204T064900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T072338Z UID:197886-1706185800-1706198400@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:PCMA APAC Insider - HongKong DESCRIPTION:Behind-The-Scenes Event Experience\n\n\n 🔓 Get ready to unlock the secrets of event success at PCMA APAC Insider! Step into a world where events transcend boundaries and become powerful catalysts for business growth and community engagement. \nTogether with the Great Entertainment Group\, we’re taking learning and fun to another level. Don’t miss this opportunity to network\, learn\, and play all in one incredible day at AIA Carnival. \nWhat to expect at PCMA APAC Insider @ AIA Carnival: \n\n📝 Gain insights from a seasoned industry expert. The Great Entertainment Group\, mastermind of the AIA Carnival\, and key stakeholders will share their insights on why and how they activate and engage the community for brand marketing and growth.\n👀 Get ready to go on a behind-the-scenes tour and see events like never before! Get access to the very limited spots of specially curated experiences at the Carnival and learn how the magic unfolds.\n🎡 Embark on a joyful journey at the Carnival! Relish in the many delights of the Carnival post-PCMA APAC Insider with your family\, friends\, and colleagues at a discounted rate.\n🤝🏻Connect and expand your network with like-minded individuals\, professionals\, and leaders in the event industry. Share your experiences\, exchange ideas\, and build meaningful relationships that will enrich your personal life\, foster collaborations\, and enhance your professional development.\n\nDesigned specifically for event professionals\, the PCMA APAC Insider event will equip you with the knowledge and insights you need to take your events to the next level. \n\n[vc_btn title=”REGISTER YOUR INTEREST TODAY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#54a0d4″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” css_animation=”none” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcommunity.pcma.org%2Fs%2Fform%3Fid%3Da0S4x000005imQc”]\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: Thursday\, 25 January 2024\nTime: 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm  [ SAVE THE DATE ]\nVenue: Central Harbourfront Event Space\,
9 Lung Wo Road\, Central \n\n\n Limited spots available – Priority will be given to PCMA Members. An email will be sent to you to confirm your registration and guide you through the payment process to secure your spot. \n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Speakers \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Leah HowardRobyn Joseph\n \n \n \n \n Leah Howard \nGlobal Co-Head of Marketing\, UBS Investment Bank \n\n\n \n \n \n\n As Global Co-Head of Marketing\, Leah is responsible for creating and accelerating UBS Investment Bank’s global portfolio of marketing activities; from thought leadership\, product and digital marketing\, to conferences\, roadshows and events across the US\, EMEA and Asia Pacific. \nWith over 25 years of experience working in Europe\, the US and Asia\, Leah is a recognized voice in the financial services marketing industry.  She has deep expertise in content marketing and amplification\, sponsorship\, event management\, brand strategy\, ROI and success measurement\, marketing technology and innovation. \nLeah leads a large global team and is a strong champion for female leadership and diversity – sharing powerful insights is her inspiration. \nShe lives in Hong Kong with her husband\, three children\, two dogs and cat. In her free time\, Leah likes to experiment in the kitchen\, spend time on the water and hike in HK’s beautiful country parks. \n\n\n Robyn Joseph \nChief Operating Officer\, Great Entertainment Group (GEG) \n\n\n \n \n \n\n For more than 20 years Robyn has provided Government Relations and Stakeholder Engagement counsel to organisations across Asia. Since joining the Great Entertainment Group (GEG)\, Robyn has been the Chief Operating Officer\, working closely with all branches of Government. This role includes responsibility for compliance with regulation to ensure each event’s safety. \nRobyn also works as part of a broader team within GEG responsible for stakeholder development and communication.  GEG has a strong community ethos that supports accessibility\, inclusion\, and opportunity for all.  Robyn and GEG’s stakeholder team\, use their corporate\, government\, charity\, foundation and community networks to facilitate the resources and opportunities needed\, so that many organisations can participate as part of a bigger community experience. \nRobyn has a Bachelor of Business Communication from QUT in Brisbane Australia. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n Register your interest to attend the course by filling in the form below.\n*All fields are necessary.  \n\n\n \n\n \n \n PCMA Tribe & Thrive Sydney\, Australia\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)Company(Required)Job Title(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n OUR 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\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n What is PCMA APAC Insider? \nExplore the ever-changing realms of business\, community engagement\, and brand loyalty with the PCMA APAC Insider. This event is a guide\, helping professionals to stay ahead in industry trends. In an industry that is constantly evolving\, the significance of events has become pivotal\, serving as a gateway to a deeper understanding of their strategic role in driving business development\, fostering essential connections\, generating leads\, and nurturing brand loyalty. The PCMA APAC Insider is exploration of innovation\, where we uncover the transformative power of events and their impact on shaping the future of business in the Asia-Pacific region. URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/pcma-apac-insider/ CATEGORIES:APAC (Asia Pacific) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Website-Featured-Page-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T103000 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 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:20240207T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 CREATED:20240124T161711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T174512Z UID:200307-1707296400-1707318000@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:CSAE Ottawa-Gatineau Tête-à-Tête 2024 DESCRIPTION:PCMA Canada East will once again attend and support Tête-à-Tête 2024\, hosted by CSAE Ottawa-Gatineau. Join us at Lounge 2 on Wednesday\, Feb. 7\, 2024\, at the EY Centre in Ottawa! \nTête-à-Tête will once again bring together leaders from associations\, not-for-profits\, and government agencies nationwide. Delve into the heart of the association community\, discover a myriad of exhibitors offering innovative products and services tailored to help you achieve your organizational objectives. Don’t miss out on the networking opportunities and invaluable insights that Tête-à-Tête 2024 has in store for you! \nREGISTRATION IS FREE!  All association and not-for-profit executive directors and employees\, meeting and event planners\, and government procurers attend at NO COST. Please note that shuttle buses from downtown Ottawa will be available for delegates and free parking is available at the EY Centre all day. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/csae-ottawa-gatineau-tete-a-tete-2024/ CATEGORIES:• Canada East ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/PCMA-CE-TaT-Theme-2024-banner-1-waxtUU.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 CREATED:20231212T140158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T174515Z UID:198594-1707393600-1707400800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:Lunch ‘N’ Learn: The 6 New Truths of Innovative Event Strategies DESCRIPTION:Lunch ‘n Learn: The 6 New Truths of Innovative Event Strategies \nDate: Thursday\, February 8\, 2024\nTime: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nLocation: Shaw Centre\, 55 Colonel By Drive\, Ottawa\, ON \nDetails: Registration is now open for PCMA Canada East Chapter’s Lunch ‘n’ Learn event at the Shaw Centre\, during the annual Ottawa Meet Week. This is the place to be for all industry professionals across the region! \nA buffet will open forty-five minutes before the keynote\, so come hungry! \nThe pace of technological advancement and market evolution is increasing\, leaving event designers searching for new strategies to stay ahead of this change. The pandemic radically changed the way we wish to interact and connect\, and our purpose and values for attending events is more complex.  For all of us\, experience design is a nexus for innovation – we learn about our attendees here\, test our products\, launch our messages\, and drive our purpose. Participants in this session will immerse themselves in the insights that emerged from Marriott\, PCMA and CEMA’s joint research study on the new truths of event design strategies and how these truths provide the inspiration and techniques to innovate and the direction to apply to your event strategies. Participants will gain the knowledge needed to assess where and how to drive event experience innovation based on the guiding principles against which we can interpret change\, measure progress\, and create more loyal attendees and advocates of your meetings and events. \nNEW: Looking for a place to relax between events? The Shaw Centre will have Meeting Room 202 available for anyone looking to sit and answer some emails. There will also be coat racks available for anyone attending the MPI Ottawa Awards Dinner and looking to store a change of clothes (or your winter coat)! \nAgenda: \n11:30 am: Registration and Cash Bar Open\n12:00 pm: Buffet Lunch is Served\n12:45 pm: Opening Remarks and Keynote session\n2:00 pm: Event Close\nThis event is being held in conjunction with MPI Ottawa\, so be sure to register for both afternoon education sessions. \nEarly Bird deadline is January 25th! \nREGISTRATION CLOSES ON FEBRUARY 2nd! \nWe look forward to seeing you on February 8th! \nPrice: \nMember: $95\nStudent Member: $95\nNon-Member: $115\nStudent Non-Member: $115 \nBring an Industry Friend! \nWould you like to invite an Industry Friend to this event? Purchase a ticket at the Member Rate. \nTables: \nEarly Bird: $696\nRegular: $843 \nTo purchase a corporate table (tables of 8) or to submit the name of your Industry Friend\, please reach out to canadaeast@pcma.org.  \nREGISTER NOW \nMeet Our Speaker \n \nMichael Clarke leads a dynamic team of marketing and business event professionals inside the Global Sales Organization at Marriott International.  With a focus of assisting the GSO Team in staying connected with Marriott’s global customers within association\, corporate\, intermediary\, wholesale\, retail and TMC segments\, he works with key GSO executive and associate stakeholders to provide strategy and relevant\, personalized information and content to group\, business transient and leisure travel customer channels\, enabling more efficient decision making and problem solving across Marriott’s portfolio of 32 brands. \nIn addition\, Michael manages Marriott’s meeting\, event and tradeshow team for the US & Canada\, developing strategy and design for internal sales and external customer facing events across all segments and within all premium and luxury brands. Further\, he is responsible for all of Marriott’s sponsor and partner programs with all industry associations and organizations. \nProduction Sponsored by: \n \nVenue Sponsored by: \n \nSpeaker Sponsored by: URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/lunch-n-learn-2/ CATEGORIES:• Canada East ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/OMW-2024-PCMA-CE-Lunch-n-Learn-Banner-Medium-Banner-US-Landscape-kJOXgc.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 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:20240215T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 CREATED:20231202T151601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T203113Z UID:197837-1708012800-1708023600@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:February Education Meeting & Reception DESCRIPTION:Discover the future of event planning in the Southeast at our February Education Meeting! Join us for an insightful panel presentation on the latest trends\, tips\, and key insights for meeting planners sourcing destinations in our region. \nOur expert panelists will be your GPS for major events in the Southeast in 2024. They’ve got the deets on how to tap into local resources\, throw an event that’s more than just “meh\,” and navigate the maze of city and state event planning like a boss. Whether you’re organizing a small gathering or a large-scale event\, this session will equip you with the tools needed to create unforgettable experiences. \nBasic meetings are so last season – don’t miss out on this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and elevate your event planning skills. Mark your calendar and be part of the conversation shaping the future of meetings and events in the Southeast. \nBut wait – there’s more! Stick around after the presentation for a networking happy hour. \nEvent Details:\nDate: February 15\, 2024\nTime: 4pm-7pm EST\nLocation: Live! At the Battery Atlanta\nParking: Red Deck: 2565 Circle 75 Pkwy\, Atlanta\, GA 30339 (Validation will be provided for this deck only) \n\nRegistration Information\n\nREGISTRATION & FEES\nMember:                         $45\nNon-Member:                 $55\nFaculty/Student:             $25 \nBut Wait\, There’s More!! \nRegister by Tuesday\, February 13th and be entered into a drawing to win one the following prizes donated Cobb Travel & Tourism \n• 4 tickets to a 2024 regular season Braves game at Truist Park \n• $100 GIFT CARD to LIVE @ The Battery \n• 2021 Atlanta Braves World Series Replica Ring \n** Must be present to win. Braves game tickets are subject to availability \nRSVP BELOW to secure your spot in this educational and inspiring event! \nRSVP NOW\n\nHosted Planner Registration \nMember & non-member meeting professionals may\, in one calendar year\, attend one educational lunch\, social event or destination event\, courtesy of a sponsorship from Cobb Travel & Tourism. \nSponsored complimentary registrations for each event are limited and will be offered on a first come basis. \nPlease email Chris Colbert\, Director of Membership to arrange: ccolbert@travelcobb.org \n\nMeet Our Panelists\nAmanda Dyson-Thornton\nExecutive Director\nGeorgia Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus (GACVB) \nAmanda Dyson-Thornton serves as Executive Director of the Georgia Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus (GACVB)\, the unified voice\, education\, and leadership development resource for our state’s destination marketing organizations. Dyson’s hospitality career began at Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau where she held several roles during her time there\, including Domestic Tourism Manager\, Marketing Manager\, National Sales Manager and mostly recently Director of Membership\, Corporate Events and Visitor Services. A native of Atlanta\, Dyson received her BFA in Theatre Management from Valdosta State University and has her Travel Marketing Professional (TMP) designation from the Southeast Tourism Society. Dyson lives in Atlanta with her husband\, Craig and her two children Adam and Lily. \n\nBrenda Dempsey\nDirector – Southern Region\nNashville Convention & Visitors Corp (NCVC)\n \nBrenda Dempsey\, known to many in the convention and hospitality industry\, has led the southern region of the sales department for the NCVC\, based in Atlanta\, since July 2004. \nWith over 40 years in the industry\, Dempsey continually cultivates the true Southern hospitality and ultimate experience that helped grow the southeast market for Nashville into the #1 producing region of the convention sales team. Over the years\, Dempsey’s accounts have included Etherio\, Kellen Group\, Chick-fil-A\, National Wild Turkey Federation\, HCA Healthcare\, HealthTrust\, among many more. \nIn addition\, Dempsey has served as the NCVC’s liaison for Conference Direct—both locally and globally—as well as HelmsBriscoe. She’s also been very active with numerous organizations to include the Georgia Society of Association Executives (GSAE)\, the Southeast Chapter of the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA)\, Society of Incentive Travel (SITE)\, and Meeting Professionals International\, where she served as a past president of both the Georgia Chapter of MPI and the Carolinas Chapter of MPI. Dempsey is also a Past President of the Southeast Chapter of the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA). \n\nFundraising Opportunity\nAt the PCMA Southeast February Education Meeting and Reception\, our community is excited to support Therrell High School’s softball team through the Atlanta Braves Foundation Most Valuable Teacher Program. We will raise funds to donate a pitching machine to the team. Send your donation through the PCMA SE Venmo account or bring cash to donate on-site. We look forward to providing these talented young women with the equipment they need to hone their skills and talents! \n \nScan this QR code to donate directly to the PCMA Southeast Venmo account URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/february-education-meeting/ LOCATION:Live! At The Battery Atlanta\, 825 Battery Ave SE\, Suite 600\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30339\, United States CATEGORIES:• Southeast ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image001-OsajpW.tmp_.jpg GEO:33.8895084;-84.4690777 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Live! At The Battery Atlanta 825 Battery Ave SE Suite 600 Atlanta GA 30339 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=825 Battery Ave SE\, Suite 600:geo:-84.4690777,33.8895084 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240215T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240215T210000 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 CREATED:20231117T233056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T215744Z UID:197136-1708016400-1708030800@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:2024 All Hearts Gala DESCRIPTION:Welcome to All Hearts 2024 Presented by Rocky Mountain PCMA!\n  \nEach year the Rocky Mountain Professional Convention Management Association holds its annual All Hearts Auction and Celebration. This event doubles as Rocky Mountain PCMA’s (RMPCMA) annual awards & recognition event\, as well as it’s largest fundraiser with proceeds going directly towards the association’s commitment to education and its members. A portion of the proceeds will go to the newly developed Rocky Mountain PCMA Leadership Fund. This scholarship allows RMPCMA to give back directly to its members by funding additional scholarships to attend Convening Leaders and EduCon. \nJoin us at the Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center on Thursday\, February 15\, 2024\, for one of the most anticipated events of the year! We will also be awarding the industry members who have made a difference and have gone above and beyond for the RMPCMA Chapter. This is sure to be a night to remember! \nWHERE:\nHyatt Regency Denver Tech Center\n7800 East Trufts Avenue\nDenver\, CO 80237\n1-303-779-1234 \nWHEN:\nThursday\, February 15\, 2024 \n5pm – 6pm Cocktail Hour \n6pm – 9pm Networking\, Awards\, Heavy Reception\, Après Ski Costume Contest \n9pm All Hearts After Dark \n\nRegistration Information\nRegistration is now OPEN! Early bird rates are available until January 16\, 2024\, so get registered now to save yourself money\, time\, and stress! \nREGISTER NOW\n\nHotel Information\n\nA block of rooms have been reserved at the Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center for $179. \nBOOK MY ROOM\n\nSponsorship Opportunities\nThe All Hearts Gala is one of the Denver meeting industry’s most anticipated events of the year with more than 200 industry leaders in attendance. Choose from one of the many levels of sponsorship or donate to the silent auction to showcase your business to the 300+ members of senior-level event professionals. \nView Sponsor Prospectus\nSPONSOR REGISTRATION\n\nSilent Auction Donations\nDonations are now open for the 2024 All Hearts Gala silent auction! To submit your donation(s)\, please click the link below to fill out our donation form.\nSilent Auction Mailing Address: Attn: All Hearts\, 1555 California Street\, #300\, Denver\, CO\, 80202 \nSubmit My Silent Auction Donation\n\nAward Nominations\nAward nominations are now closed!! Thank you for submitting your nominations for this year’s awards! \nCategories:\nOutstanding Service to the Chapter\nAward of Dedication – Student Member\nAward of Dedication – Professional Member\nAward of Dedication – Supplier Partner Members\nNew Member Award\nSupplier Member Organization\nDeb West Memorial Award\nRising Star Award \n\n\nTickets to this event are non-refundable  \n\nTHANK YOU SPONSORS\nVISIONARY SPONSORS: \n\n \n\n \n\nGOLD SPONSORS: \n \n \n\nSILVER SPONSOR: \n \n\nBRONZE SPONSOR: \n  URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/2024-all-hearts-gala/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center\, 7800 E Tufts Ave\, Denver\, 80237 CATEGORIES:• Rocky Mountain,Chapters ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Rocky-Mountain-PCMA-Apres-Ski-All-Hearts-1-o7Taf3.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Rocky%20Mountain%20Chapter":MAILTO:rockymountain@pcma.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240221 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 CREATED:20231206T011254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T023609Z UID:198085-1708300800-1708473599@www.pcma.org SUMMARY:PCMA @ AIME 2024 Melbourne DESCRIPTION:PCMA will be attending AIME 2024! ​ \n​Mon\, 19 Feb – PCMA education session  ​ \n​Tue\, 20 Feb – PCMA Networking Breakfast  \nMore details to be shared soon. ​ \n​Join us! \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: Monday & Tuesday\, 19 & 20 February 2024\nTime: TBC  [ SAVE THE DATE ]\nVenue: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre \n\n\n Limited spots available – Priority will be given to PCMA Members. An email 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 Register your interest to attend the event by filling in the form below.\n*All fields are necessary.  \n\n\n \n\n\n OUR PARTNERS URL:https://www.pcma.org/event/pcma-at-aime-2024/ CATEGORIES:APAC (Asia Pacific) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Website-Featured-Page-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T124500 DTSTAMP:20260406T005518 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 END:VCALENDAR