About Us
The Greater Midwest Chapter of the Professional Convention Management Association (GMC PCMA) was founded in 1993 and serves the Midwest region of the United States including Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. GMC offers a variety of educational meetings as well as networking opportunities.
Our interaction with other hospitality industry professionals through events such as our Membership Connections, Community Service Projects, and our Annual Signature Event Fundraiser also serve to provide our members and other industry colleagues with excellent events at which to network while serving the community.
PCMA Greater Midwest Chapter is proud to offer our members
Continuing Education credit as a CMP Preferred Provider.
What’s New
Upcoming Events
Catch up on the latest Greater Midwest Chapter of PCMA events
Student Engagement Day at DePaul University
DePaul University 1 E. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, ILDePaul's School of Hospitality and Sports Business and PCMA Greater Midwestern Chapter are partnering together to host a student day for students interested in a career in the hospitality industry. We invite you all to join us in Chicago on Friday, April 4th at DePaul's Daley Building (14 E. Jackson Blvd) for a day filled with learning, networking,
Pickleball Summer Event
SPF 2121 N Clybourn AveSAVE THE DATE! Pickleball Summer Event Thursday, July 31, 2025 SPF | 2121 N. Clybourn Ave. | Chicago, IL 60614 More information coming soon!
DEI Educational Event
SAVE THE DATE! DEI Educational Event September 2025 (date TBA) More information coming soon!
Behind the Scenes: American College of Chest Physicians Annual Meeting (CHEST 2025)
Behind the Scenes: American College of Chest Physicians Annual Meeting (CHEST 2025) Wednesday, October 22, 2025 | Chicago, IL Ever wondered what it takes to bring the American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) conference to life? Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour followed by a panel that takes a look at the complex logistics and strategic planning that make this premier event possible. In this session, key members of the CHEST planning team will share insights into their planning process and how they got here. You will learn how they navigated vendor relationships between Freeman, Encore, and McCormick Place,
Bowl Bash 2025
10pin 330 N State St, Chicago, ILSAVE THE DATE FOR BOWL BASH! Bowl Bash 2025 November 12, 2025 |5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | 10pin Bowling Lounge 330 N State St | Chicago, IL 60654 Industry Partners, don't forget to secure your lane with 8 complimentary registrations for Bowl Bash. Interested in sponsoring this event? Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions or
GMC Holiday Mixer
GMC's Annual Holiday Mixer is back! Wednesday December 3, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!
Association Forum Holiday Showcase
Association Forum Holiday Showcase - Meeting Planner Track Powered by PCMA Greater Midwest Chapter Thursday, December 4th, 2025 | 8:30am - 11:00am More information coming soon!
2025 Awards Recognition Event and Luncheon
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile 540 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, ILSAVE THE DATE! March 11, 2026 | Marriott Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
Thank you to our 2024 Annual Gold Sponsors
