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July 2025 Newsletter

July 2025 GMC Newsletter

President’s Message

As we welcome July and Independence Day, we celebrate the ideals of freedom, unity, and the enduring promise of democracy that have shaped our nation. Soak up the sun, BBQ and outdoor activities.

Let July be the reminder that every meeting has the potential to inspire change, ignite innovation, and unite people in purpose. Keep pushing boundaries, embracing creativity, and showing up with heart.

As Business Event Strategists and Suppliers, our work isn’t simply logistics and timelines. It’s about creating spaces where ideas spark, relationships grow, and creating environments that reflect empathy, hope, and foster progression.

Let’s remain focused on the core of the true hospitality professional, whether in sales, services, corporate, or associations. The core values we all have in common are creating spaces where all are welcome and accepted. Where we accept all cultures and strive to connect everyone for a common purpose, regardless of demographics.

Key highlights within this month’s newsletter include:

Two parting thoughts: “Do Better, Be Better” and “Kindness Speaks, Empathy Listens”

Thank you for being a member of the PCMA Greater Midwest Chapter.

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Dawn Amaskane, CAE, CMP
President, PCMA Greater Midwest Chapter

​​​Vice President, Governance and Meetings
American Osteopathic Association

Pillar Award Highlight

This award was created by the Greater Midwest Chapter in 2003 to honor a professional or supplier who is recognized as an unyielding supporter of the Chapter through dedicated participation, enthusiastic committee involvement, and leadership.

CLICK HERE TO NOMINATE A COLLEAGUE FOR AN AWARD 

​​​​Award Criteria:

• Nomination by a GMC PCMA Chapter committee member in good standing or self-nomination

• A minimum of 10 years of professional experience – at least 5 years of which being in GMC

• Current, active member of a GMC PCMA committee

• Not a current member of the GMC PCMA Board of Directors, Awards Committee nor a previous recipient of this award

Thank you to our newsletter Sponsor

Pickleball Summer Event

Join us for pickleball on Thursday, July 31, 2025!

Join us for a day of friendly competition, great food, and networking at the GMC Pickleball Classic. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, this event is open to all skill levels. Enjoy pickleball, cornhole, shuffleboard, and more!

SPF | 2121 N. Clybourn Ave. | Chicago, IL 60614


Event Highlights:

12:00 PM: Check-in/Registration
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Available
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Cornhole, Shuffleboard, and Networking
12:30 PM – 3:30 PM: Pickleball Team Tournament (Team schedules will be sent out about a week prior to the event.)

Participation Options:

Participant: $250 (team of 2) / $125 individual (includes lunch and two drink tickets per person)

Cheerleader: $75 planner / $150 supplier (includes lunch and two drink tickets, networking, cornhole, and shuffleboard)

Planner Participation: Planners can apply to be hosted to attend. Be sure to select whether you’d like to participate in the tournament or attend as a cheerleader. Hosted planner form

Supplier Opportunities: Suppliers can view the hosted planner list to sponsor players or cheerleaders View the hosted planner list

Sponsorship Opportunities:
View the sponsorship prospectus here: Pickleball Sponsorship Prospectus

Learn More Here

Registration Open!
REGISTER HERE

Bowl Bash 2025

🎳Save the Date for Bowl Bash 2025! 🎳

Date: November 12th
​​Time: 5pm- 8pm

Location: | 10pin Bowling Lounge 330 N State St | Chicago, IL 60654

Learn More Here

Registration Opens Soon!

Check out the virtual webinar recording!

AI Power Event Planning: Tools, Ethics, and ROI
Speaker: Brianna Conway, Visit Indy

Our latest webinar is up and ready to be viewed!

Key Takeaways:

  • Discover AI tools that support both event execution and destination sales strategies
  • Learn how to use AI to customize client outreach and enhance meeting planner engagement
  • Explore ethical AI usage within hospitality, tourism, and event industries
  • Understand the ROI of AI for sales conversion, lead scoring, and post-event analytics​​

View Webinar Recording Here

Sponsorship Opportunities

Increase your brand’s visibility and connect with your target audience through event sponsorship. Supporting an upcoming event is a great way to foster genuine relationships and strengthen brand recognition.Contact [email protected] ​​​to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
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Calendar of Events

Save the date for upcoming events:

  • Thursday, July 31 – Pickleball Summer Event
  • Tuesday, September 9 – DEI Educational Event
  • Thursday, September 11 – Milwaukee Mingle
  • Tuesday, October 21 – Behind the Scenes: American  College of Chest Physicians Annual Meeting
  • Wednesday,  November 12 – Bowl Bash and PCMA Fashion Show Chicago
  • Wednesday, December 3 – Holiday Mixer
  • Thursday, December 4 – Association Forum Holiday Showcase Meeting Planner  Track powered by PCMA Greater Midwest Chapter
  • Wednesday, March 11, 2026 – Awards Event
  • Virtual Webinar Series: August, September

Member Mondays

The Marketing Committee wants to show off our members!  Fill out our Member Monday form to be featured on our social media channels this year!

Please follow, like, and share our social media posts on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn

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