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.
Thank you to our 2026 Diamond Sponsors!
Thank you to our 2026 Gold Sponsors!
Thank you to our 2026 Silver Sponsors!
Upcoming Events
Catch up on the latest Greater Midwest Chapter of PCMA events
GMC PCMA Webinar: Macro Forces Driving Uncertainty
ZoomJoin us for Macro Forces Driving Uncertainty and explore external forces (economic, technological, demographic) that are shaping the industry. REGISTER TODAY! Speaker: Beth Surmont, FASAE, CMP - Fellow Beth Surmont
GMC PCMA Webinar: Processes for Forward Thinking
ZoomJoin us for Processes for Forward Thinking and dive into tools and methods for preparing for multiple future paths and as well as practical frameworks to help organizations plan amid
GMC Pickleball Classic
SPF 2121 N Clybourn AveRegistration is Open! GMC Pickleball Classic Thursday, July 30, 2026 SPF | 2121 N. Clybourn Ave. | Chicago, IL 60614 About the Event Join GMC for a day of friendly competition, great food, and even better company at The GMC Pickleball Classic! Whether you’re a seasoned player or have never picked up a paddle, this event is open to all skill levels! After the overwhelming response to last year’s event, the 2026 PCMA GMC Pickleball Classic is now TOURNAMENT STYLE! Event Highlights: 11:30 AM: Check-in/Registration 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Available 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Cornhole, Shuffleboard, Bocce and
GMC PCMA Webinar: Industry Impact & Moving Forward
ZoomRegister today for Industry Impact & Moving Forward. This last webinar in our series will consist of interactive breakout groups and include application-based session focused on the event industry. REGISTER TODAY! Speaker: Beth Surmont, FASAE, CMP - Fellow Beth Surmont is an event strategist who works with associations and non-profits to help them redesign, reinvent,
2026 CARE Education Event
Obama Presidential Center 6001 South Stony Island Avenue, Chicago, ILSAVE THE DATE! C.A.R.E. Education Event | September 15, 2026 | Obama Presidential Center Click here for sponsorship opportunities! Already know what you’d like to sponsor? Complete the GMC PCMA Sponsorship Enrollment Form & email it to us at [email protected] to get started! Event Policies Online Registration: Online registration will close 3 business days prior to the event date. Cancellation Policy: Cancellation
Bowl Bash 2026
Kings Entertainment 1500 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, ILBowl Bash 2026 November 19, 2026 | 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm | Kings Entertainment 1500 N Clybourn Ave | Chicago, IL 60610 Click here for sponsorship opportunities! Already know what you’d like to sponsor? Complete the GMC PCMA Sponsorship Enrollment Form & email it to us at [email protected] to get started! Event Policies Online Registration: Online registration will