October 2024 Newsletter

October 2024 GMC Newsletter

Register Now For Bowl Bash!

November 13, 2024 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
10 Pin Bowling Lounge
330 N. State Dr. Chicago, IL 60654

Get ready to strike a good time at PCMA GMC’s annual event this fall! Come to Bowl Bash where you can STRIKE up a conversation and PIN your next connection!

Join us for an evening of bowling fun, networking, and exciting silent auction items.

Industry Partners, don’t forget to secure your lane with 8 complimentary registrations for Bowl Bash.

Pricing: Lane Captains (Team of 8 bowlers): $750
Individual Bowlers: $130
Cheerleaders: $75

Cheerleader Planners (does not include bowling) can register for FREE thanks to our Registration Sponsor Visit Detroit! Planners use code VisitDetroit2024 when registering.

Bowling Planners who wish to be hosted for this event can apply here.

For Bowl Bash sponsorship opportunities, CLICK HERE or email [email protected]

Call for Silent Auction Items

We are excited to announce our Annual Silent Auction will be returning to Bowl Bash this year! Your generous donations play a vital role in the success of our chapter and the Greater Midwest hospitality community and we would like to invite you to contribute to our silent auction. If you are interested in donating this year, please fill out the form here.Also at Bowl Bash will be our Wine & Spirit Pull! Donating is not just an act of generosity, it’s an opportunity to savor the flavor of philanthropy.The concept is simple: you donate a bottle(s) of wine or spirit with a minimum value over $15, and during the event attendees have the opportunity to purchase tickets to select from a diverse collection of options, all wrapped up in secrecy.

Your contribution not only lifts the “spirits” but also raises worthy funds for our chapter. CLICK HERE to donate to the Wine & Spirits Pull

When you participate in these two fun events, all funds raised will directly support three essential aspects of our chapter’s mission: Chapter Programming, Education Initiatives, and Administration. Join us in making a difference!

If you would like to donate, but are unsure of the what your donation will be at this time, please fill out just your name and contact info so that we can contact you when we get closer to the event. Thank you for your support of PCMA GMC!

Upcoming Events

Bowl Bash – November 13, 2024

GMC DEI Education Event – December 3, 2024

Sponsorship Opportunities

For organizations in the meetings industry, there is no better audience than PCMA Members and no better place to capture the highest quality meetings-related business than from within the Greater Midwest Chapter. PCMA’s Greater Midwest Chapter continues to provide you with unparalleled access to a wide range of the industry’s most influential meeting planners. We look forward to partnering with you in 2024 as we work to elevate and inspire the business events industry.Please contact [email protected] to secure your spot.

Learn more here!

Star of the Quarter

Big congratulations to the Star of the Quarter: Jennifer Sommers!The nomination came from Ronette Phillips:
Jennifer deserves recognition for her outstanding contributions to our committee. Her engagement and eagerness to learn about the DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) space have been commendable. Notably, she took the lead for two consecutive years, ensuring that our golf event had a DEI component. Jennifer’s proactive approach and genuine desire to expand her knowledge make her an asset to our team.

Member Mondays

Calling All Members! Get ready to Shine on Member Mondays and be featured on the PCMA GMC Social Media Platforms. We want to give you the opportunity to showcase you; your talents, achievements, and stories to our GMC Community! We want to hear from you and let us celebrate your uniqueness and highlight your contributions. Do not miss this chance to be in the spotlight on the PCMA GMC Member Mondays! Fill out our Member Monday form now to be featured on our social media channels this year!

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Member Monday Form

President’s Pause: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

To be effective in our everyday lives, we must set aside time to take care of ourselves. The month of October is set aside to focus on educating everyone about breast cancer and the importance of early detection and access to timely, high-quality care.“Breast Cancer Awareness Month.” Susan G. Komen®, 3 Oct. 2022Do not put off being proactive and taking care of yourself and encouraging others to do the same. You are no good to anyone if you are trying to pour from an empty cup.

Mentor/Mentee Program

Are you a student or new to the industry and looking for someone to share their experiences and help you make connections? The GMC PCMA mentorship program can be your secret weapon for breaking into the world of events and hospitality. By connecting with a mentor you can expect to gain insider knowledge, practice interview skills, and start building that all- important network.Are you an industry professional with a depth of knowledge that you are eager to share with others that are just getting started? This could be your chance to give back and help mentees navigate the ins and outs of our industry.Our mentee/mentor program is open and we are looking for mentees and mentors to sign up NOW! Please visit the mentee/mentor page to learn more about the program and fill out the appropriate form to get involved! The deadline to submit applications is Friday, October 11th.

GMC Board Nomination Deadline Extended

GMC PCMA is seeking nominations from chapter members for the 2025 Board of Directors and Officers. Do you know someone who will be a great leader for the chapter? Are their leadership skills untapped? Do they work hard and give extra time to all they do?

You may nominate individuals (including yourself) through
Friday, October 11, 2024 at 11:59pm.

Learn More Here

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