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SUMMARY:GMC PCMA Webinar: Industry Impact & Moving Forward
DESCRIPTION:Bring everything together in this highly interactive workshop experience. Participants will collaborate to design and explore future scenarios\, testing ideas and strategies against a range of possible outcomes. By engaging directly with uncertainty\, attendees will strengthen their ability to adapt\, innovate\, and make informed decisions regardless of what the future holds. \nREGISTER TODAY! \nSpeaker: Beth Surmont\, FASAE\, CMP – Fellow\n \n \nBeth Surmont is an event strategist who works with associations and non-profits to help them redesign\, reinvent\, and reinvigorate their events.  She is fascinated by the power that events hold to drive real change in the world. With on-the-ground event planning experience spanning more than 20 years in events\, trade shows\, corporate\, and non-profit; and as the current Vice President of Event Strategy & Design at 360 Live Media\, Beth is a leading designer in what the next era of events will be. Her approach of audience-centered design combined with purposeful intention is the secret to creating meaningful and impactful events. Beth was awarded the 2024 Groundbreaker award from PCMA. In 2023\, Beth was a finalist for the Event Designer of the Year award from PCMA. Beth is both an ASAE Fellow and a CMP Fellow. She is a founding board member of SocialOffset\, a nonprofit that encourages local donations instead of destination boycotts. She currently lives in New Jersey with her wife\, dog\, and cat. \nWebinar Series Sponsored by
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/industry-impact-moving-forward/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T143000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191644
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SUMMARY:GMC PCMA Webinar: Processes for Forward Thinking
DESCRIPTION:Foresight is more than predicting what comes next\, it’s a disciplined practice for exploring possibilities and preparing for multiple futures. This interactive session introduces participants to the fundamentals of foresight visioning and provides practical techniques for proactively thinking about change. Attendees will gain tools they can immediately apply to strategic planning\, innovation\, and decision-making. \nREGISTER TODAY! \nSpeaker: Beth Surmont\, FASAE\, CMP – Fellow\n \n \nBeth Surmont is an event strategist who works with associations and non-profits to help them redesign\, reinvent\, and reinvigorate their events.  She is fascinated by the power that events hold to drive real change in the world. With on-the-ground event planning experience spanning more than 20 years in events\, trade shows\, corporate\, and non-profit; and as the current Vice President of Event Strategy & Design at 360 Live Media\, Beth is a leading designer in what the next era of events will be. Her approach of audience-centered design combined with purposeful intention is the secret to creating meaningful and impactful events. Beth was awarded the 2024 Groundbreaker award from PCMA. In 2023\, Beth was a finalist for the Event Designer of the Year award from PCMA. Beth is both an ASAE Fellow and a CMP Fellow. She is a founding board member of SocialOffset\, a nonprofit that encourages local donations instead of destination boycotts. She currently lives in New Jersey with her wife\, dog\, and cat. \nWebinar Series Sponsored by
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/processes-for-forward-thinking/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T150000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191644
CREATED:20260423T141014Z
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SUMMARY:GMC PCMA Webinar: Macro Forces Driving Uncertainty
DESCRIPTION:What trends and external forces are influencing the future of your organization\, profession\, and stakeholders? In this session\, participants will explore the major macro trends driving change across industries and society. Through guided discussion and analysis\, attendees will learn how to identify emerging opportunities\, anticipate challenges\, and better prepare for what lies ahead. \nREGISTER TODAY! \nSpeaker: Beth Surmont\, FASAE\, CMP – Fellow\n \n \nBeth Surmont is an event strategist who works with associations and non-profits to help them redesign\, reinvent\, and reinvigorate their events.  She is fascinated by the power that events hold to drive real change in the world. With on-the-ground event planning experience spanning more than 20 years in events\, trade shows\, corporate\, and non-profit; and as the current Vice President of Event Strategy & Design at 360 Live Media\, Beth is a leading designer in what the next era of events will be. Her approach of audience-centered design combined with purposeful intention is the secret to creating meaningful and impactful events. Beth was awarded the 2024 Groundbreaker award from PCMA. In 2023\, Beth was a finalist for the Event Designer of the Year award from PCMA. Beth is both an ASAE Fellow and a CMP Fellow. She is a founding board member of SocialOffset\, a nonprofit that encourages local donations instead of destination boycotts. She currently lives in New Jersey with her wife\, dog\, and cat. \nWebinar Series Sponsored by
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/macro-forces-driving-uncertainty/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T143000
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SUMMARY:GMC PCMA Webinar: Level Setting in Uncertainty
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first webinar in a four part series. Level Setting in Uncertainty is the first one and participants will learn how to establish a common understanding of uncertainty and its impact on today’s professionals. \nREGISTER TODAY! \nSpeaker: Beth Surmont\, FASAE\, CMP – Fellow\n \n \nBeth Surmont is an event strategist who works with associations and non-profits to help them redesign\, reinvent\, and reinvigorate their events.  She is fascinated by the power that events hold to drive real change in the world. With on-the-ground event planning experience spanning more than 20 years in events\, trade shows\, corporate\, and non-profit; and as the current Vice President of Event Strategy & Design at 360 Live Media\, Beth is a leading designer in what the next era of events will be. Her approach of audience-centered design combined with purposeful intention is the secret to creating meaningful and impactful events. Beth was awarded the 2024 Groundbreaker award from PCMA. In 2023\, Beth was a finalist for the Event Designer of the Year award from PCMA. Beth is both an ASAE Fellow and a CMP Fellow. She is a founding board member of SocialOffset\, a nonprofit that encourages local donations instead of destination boycotts. She currently lives in New Jersey with her wife\, dog\, and cat. \nWebinar Series Sponsored by
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/level-setting-in-uncertainty/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T110000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191644
CREATED:20250217T140901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T144055Z
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SUMMARY:Association Forum Holiday Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Association Forum Holiday Showcase – Meeting Planner Track\nPowered by PCMA Greater Midwest Chapter \nThursday\, December 4th\, 2025 | 8:15am – 10:30am \nMcCormick Place – West Building | 2317 S. Indiana Avenue | Chicago\, IL 60616 \n \n  \nJoin us at the Association Forum Holiday Showcase on December 4th! PCMA GMC will be supporting some education sessions in the meeting planner track. See below for details on those sessions!  \nVisit here for the full schedule. Register for the Holiday Showcase here. \n\nEducation Sessions\nThursday\, December 4 | 8:15-9:15 a.m. |  Beyond the Booth: Designing for Change Through Neuroscience and Cognitive Insights  \nThis hands-on workshop dives into the “why” behind attendee behavior\, focusing on the neuroscience and cognitive insights that drive engagement\, memory\, and decision-making. We’ll explore how to design exhibition experiences that align with how people actually think\, feel\, and connect. Participants will move from “why” to “how” by translating core human needs (like safety\, connection\, and curiosity) into actionable design principles. Working in groups\, attendees will tackle common exhibition challenges\, applying these principles to brainstorm small\, testable design experiments. Walk away with a new framework for designing human-centered exhibitions that foster change\, spark curiosity\, and create lasting impact. \nLearning Objectives\nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to:\n1. Decode the “Why”: Understand how core psychological drivers (attention\, memory\, emotion\, safety) shape attendee behavior and their resistance or openness to change.\n2. Translate Insights to Principles: Connect core cognitive and human needs into practical design principles for exhibitions (e.g.\, “Design for Psychological Safety\,” “Design for Discovery”).\n3. Apply Insights to Design: Use this framework to brainstorm and design small\, human-centered “experiments” to solve common exhibition-floor challenges.\n4. Foster Human-Centered Change: Re-frame “experience design” as an ongoing process of aligning attendee needs with exhibition goals. \nSPEAKER:\nAnthony Vade\nChief Innovation Officer and Co-founder\nSTRATEGY TABLE PATHWAYS Inc. \n  \nThursday\, December 4 | 9:30 -10:30 a.m. | Pathways to the C-Suite: Lessons from Events Industry Leaders \nWhat does it take to rise to the top in today’s dynamic business events industry? This candid conversation brings together C-suite executives and senior leaders from across the industry — spanning meeting planning\, destination management\, convention centers\, general services\, and audio-visual solutions. Panelists will share their personal journeys\, pivotal career moments\, and the lessons that shaped their leadership styles. Attendees will walk away with actionable insights\, inspiration\, and strategies to accelerate their own path to executive leadership. \nLearning Objectives:\nBy attending this session\, participants will: \n\nGain perspective on the diverse career pathways that lead to executive leadership across various sectors of the business events industry.\nIdentify key leadership traits and strategies that support long-term growth\, adaptability\, and influence within organizations.\nLearn practical advice and actionable steps for building credibility\, expanding networks\, and positioning themselves for senior leadership roles.\n\nModerator: \n\nDawn Amaskane\, CAE\, CMP – Vice President\, Governance and Meetings\, American Osteopathic Association \n\nPanelists: \n\nDeborah A. Ross\, CCHP – Chief Executive Officer\, National Commission on Correctional Health Care (Business Event Strategist / Chief Executive Officer)\nLarita Clark – Chief Executive Officer\, MPEA (Convention Center)\nCleo Battle – President & Chief Executive Officer\, Louisville Tourism (Destination Management / CVB)\nChuck Grouzard – Executive Vice President\, Business Development\, GES (General Service Contractor)\nRobert Parrish – Vice President\, Field Sales\, Encore Global (Audio-Visual)
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/association-forum-holiday-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191644
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SUMMARY:PCMA GMC Webinar: Bridging the Gap: Unifying Events and Education for Enhanced Member Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Bridging the Gap: Unifying Events and Education for Enhanced Member Engagement \nDecember 2\, 2025 \n12:00 – 1:00 pm CST \nMember engagement is key to success for organizations. Dive into the powerful synergy between event managers and continuing education managers\, exploring how their collaboration can drive enhanced member engagement and organizational success. We’ll explore real-world examples and innovative tools that empower these roles to work together effectively\, creating engaging\, value-driven events that meet both educational and professional development needs. Whether you’re looking to foster stronger member we will provide the insights you need to succeed. \nREGISTER TODAY! \nSpeakers: Raja V. Akunuru\, MBA\, Strategic Account Executive\, Cadmium \n \nRaja V. Akunuru\, MBA is a seasoned business executive with 18 years of experience building and scaling SaaS companies through various stages of growth\, including private equity (PE) acquisitions. With a foundation in C# development\, Raja has successfully transitioned into strategic leadership roles spanning technology operations\, revenue generation\, Go-to-Market execution\, strategic due diligence\, and post-merger integration (PMI). \nA recognized expert in healthcare education technology\, Raja specializes in designing and implementing scalable solutions that drive measurable improvements in outcomes. His experience includes uncovering value creation potential for technology investments and leading digital transformation initiatives in healthcare\, education\, and insurance industries. \nRaja earned his MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania\, with majors in Finance and Business Analytics. He is a dynamic product demonstrator and thought leader\, having spoken at various industry forums. Notably\, he was awarded Best LMS Demonstrator by independent analyst firm Talented Learning. \nOutside of work\, Raja enjoys experimenting with tea recipes and cartooning with his two daughters\, ages 3 and 9. \nJennifer Nanni\, MBA\, MEd\, Senior Director of Membership\, American College of Lifestyle Medicine \nJennifer Nanni\, MBA\, MEd\, is an accomplished professional with a diverse business\, communications\, and education background. Holding both a Master of Business in Strategic Management and a Master of Education in Educational Leadership\, she brings a unique blend of skills and expertise to her work. With well over a decade of experience in various positions and leadership roles\, she has a proven ability to drive organizational success through effective association management\, communication\, strategic planning\, and marketing initiatives. \nShe is passionate about project management\, using data to strengthen decision-making and improve organizational strategy and growth\, overcoming challenges\, association management\, fundraising\, developing and celebrating individuals\, and making a lasting impact in the community. \nWith a lifelong learner mentality\, she thoroughly enjoys a challenge\, thinking outside the box\, digging deeper\, learning new skills\, and staying up-to-date on best practices through professional development. \nWhen she’s not working\, you can find her spending time with her husband\, daughter\, and dog—and\, if she’s lucky\, reading a good book. \nWebinar Series Sponsored by
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/bridging-the-gap-unifying-events-and-education-for-enhanced-member-engagement/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191644
CREATED:20250627T164144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T134436Z
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SUMMARY:PCMA GMC Webinar: No More Smoke and Mirrors: Navigating the New Era of Pricing Transparency
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready to pull back the curtain on hidden fees! The FTC’s game-changing rule is set to revolutionize how we plan meetings and events. In this eye-opening session\, you’ll: \n\nDecode the nuts and bolts of the FTC’s new rules and its impact on your bottom line.\nLearn to play ball with the hotels and venues in this new landscape of upfront pricing.\nMaster the art of crystal-clear event ticket pricing that keeps attendees smiling.\nDiscover how to turn pricing transparency into your secret weapon of success.\n\nDon’t get caught off guard! Join us to future-proof your meeting planning strategies and stay ahead of the curve. It’s time to say goodbye to sticker shock and hello to smooth sailing in the world of transparent pricing. Your budget (and your attendees) will thank you! \nREGISTER TODAY! \nSpeaker: Donna Johnson\, CMP\, CEM \n \nDonna Johnson\, CMP\, CEM is a seasoned transformation leader with over 30 years of experience in strategic business operations\, event management\, and organizational change. Known for her intuitive leadership\, results-driven mindset\, and collaborative approach\, Donna has consistently delivered measurable growth and operational efficiency across diverse industries. \nCurrently serving as Vice President of Strategic Business Operations at MCI USA\, Donna leads enterprise-wide transformation initiatives\, leveraging KPIs\, contract optimization\, and cross-functional collaboration to drive profitability and stakeholder engagement. Her previous roles include Vice President of Events for MCI’s Owned Assets Division and Director of Event Operations at SAE International\, where she implemented strategic roadmaps and launched high-impact global events. \nDonna holds certifications as a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) and Certified Exhibits Manager (CEM)\, and actively contributes to the industry through leadership roles with the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE). She is a trusted advisor\, skilled in strategic planning\, project management\, and data-driven decision-making\, with a proven track record of managing multi-million-dollar budgets and leading high-performing teams. \nShe earned her Bachelor of Science in Communications from Ohio University. \n  \nWebinar Series Sponsored by
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/no-more-smoke-and-mirrors-navigating-the-new-era-of-pricing-transparency/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTSTAMP:20260826T191645
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SUMMARY:DEI Educational Event
DESCRIPTION:Registration Now Live!\nDEI Educational Event \nSeptember 9\, 2025\nRenaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel\n1551 Thoreau Dr N\, Schaumburg\, IL 60173 \nThis event is approved for 2.5 CE credits through the EIC.  \nPlanner Registration Sponsor \nPlanners can register for free using the code MCNW2025 thanks to our Planner Registration Sponsor Meet Chicago Northwest! Limited free registrations available; secure your spot now! \n\n\nSchedule at a Glance*\n1:30 pm Registration Open in the Schaumburg West Foyer\n1:45 pm Welcome Remarks\n2:00-4:30 pm Presentation\, Group Activity\, Panel Discussion (2.5 CE hours)\n4:30-5:30 pm Networking Reception\n*Schedule Subject to Change\n\n\nLight appetizers and refreshments will be provided at this event.\n\nKeynote Speaker \n \nBeyond the Acronym: Exploring the Gray in DEI \nMichael Dominguez\, President & CEO\, Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI) \nIn a world rich with diversity and layered with complexity\, no two truths are the same—and that’s the point. This highly interactive session invites participants to move beyond headlines and surface-level narratives to explore the evolving landscape of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion (DEI). As the acronym itself undergoes revision—some organizations even removing the “E” or emphasizing “belonging”—we’ll unpack what these shifts mean and how they reflect deeper changes in workplace culture and societal expectations. \nUsing real-world scenarios\, reflective dialogue\, and data-informed discussion\, we’ll explore: \n\nThe power of diversity of thought and why curiosity must replace judgment.\nHow diverse spaces invite even more diverse perspectives —and why inclusion is the fuel.\nThe gray space in conversations about identity\, change\, and belonging.\nHow to stay curious in conversations that challenge us.\n\nThis is not a lecture—it’s a conversation. Come ready to engage\, challenge assumptions\, and leave with a more nuanced understanding of what it means to foster meaningful\, lasting inclusion. \nLearn More About Michael Here! \n\nPCMA GMC Gives Back! \nWe are happy to support ChiGivesBack with a winter coat drive! See the Amazon Wish List here. \n \nAbout ChiGivesBack: ChiGivesBack is all about spreading love and hope across Chicago! Through events like toy drives\, teacher appreciation\, and back-to-school giveaways\, we’re here to uplift and support our neighbors\, one act of kindness at a time. \nChiGivesBack Coat Drive: We’re warming hearts and bodies this season! We’re collecting new or gently used coats (please make sure they’re freshly cleaned!) for our Englewood neighbors. These coats will be shared at our annual Friendsgiving\, where we’ll serve a holiday meal and celebrate with 250–300 amazing residents in the community. \n\nPanel Presenters \n \n Panel Moderator \nCie Armstead\, Owner & Principal of Owlservations\, LLC \nAs an award-winning\, accomplished executive\, Cie specializes in servicing professionals of color\, inclusive leaders\, and organizations dedicated to reaping the benefits of richly diverse\, equitable cultures. She builds upon more than 30 years’ experience in association management\, leadership development\, and organizational culture. \nRead more about Cie here. \n  \n \nPanelist \nTyronne Stoudemire\, Senior Vice President of Global Human Resources at Hyatt Hotels Corporation \nWith over a decade of service at Hyatt\, Tyronne has collaborated with the senior leadership team to design and implement transformative strategies that embed DEI into the company’s culture\, talent development\, and marketplace impact. His innovative work supports Hyatt’s portfolio of industry-leading brands and reflects the organization’s commitment to progress\, innovation\, and excellence over its 60-year history. \nRead more about Tyronne here. \n  \n  \n \nPanelist \nSharon White\, CHRO\, National Association of Realtors \nSharon White serves as NAR’s first Chief Human Resources Officer\, where she is responsible for driving enterprise-wide initiatives aimed at fostering staff development and optimizing processes to ensure NAR employees are empowered to perform at their best. Prior to NAR\, she served as Chief People Officer for Maesa\, LCC\, a Bain Capital portfolio company and global beauty incubator\, where she was instrumental in driving a culture transformation effort that improved employee engagement and significantly reduced turnover. \n  \nRead more about Sharon here. \n  \n\nInterested in sponsoring this event?\nDownload our Sponsorship Prospectus for more information! \n\nOur 2025 Sponsors!\n  \nEducation Sponsor:\n  \n \n\nPlanner Registration Sponsor:\n \n\n  \nWelcome Break Sponsor:\n \n\n  \nDisplay Table:\n \n  \nSignage Sponsor:\n \n  \n\n 
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/dei-educational-event/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T130000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191645
CREATED:20250630T151630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T134458Z
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SUMMARY:PCMA GMC Webinar: Sustainability Redefined: Pioneering Strategies for Impactful Events
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the cutting-edge world of sustainable event planning with this eye-opening session. You’ll learn how to: \n\nRethink traditional approaches to event sustainability\nImplement innovative eco-friendly practices that pack a punch\nBalance environmental responsibility with unforgettable experiences\nCreate and implement social offsets to maximize positive community impact\n\nFrom reducing carbon footprints to creating “Instagrammable” green moments\, this session will equip you with the tools to make your events both planet-friendly and crowd leasing. You’ll also discover how to give back to local communities through strategic social offsets\, turning your event into a force for good. \nREGISTER TODAY! \nSpeaker: Beth Surmont\, FASAE\, CMP – Fellow\n \n \nBeth Surmont is an event strategist who works with associations and non-profits to help them redesign\, reinvent\, and reinvigorate their events.  She is fascinated by the power that events hold to drive real change in the world. With on-the-ground event planning experience spanning more than 20 years in events\, trade shows\, corporate\, and non-profit; and as the current Vice President of Event Strategy & Design at 360 Live Media\, Beth is a leading designer in what the next era of events will be. Her approach of audience-centered design combined with purposeful intention is the secret to creating meaningful and impactful events. Beth was awarded the 2024 Groundbreaker award from PCMA. In 2023\, Beth was a finalist for the Event Designer of the Year award from PCMA. Beth is both an ASAE Fellow and a CMP Fellow. She is a founding board member of SocialOffset\, a nonprofit that encourages local donations instead of destination boycotts. She currently lives in New Jersey with her wife\, dog\, and cat. \n  \nSpeaker: Ellie Hurley\, SEPC \n \nEllie Hurley develops event strategies that ensure Smithbucklin’s client organizations can meet their goals and objectives. With over 25 years of\nexperience in the convention and trade show industry\, Ellie creates and leads many of the Event Services training programs within Smithbucklin. She oversees strategic conference management for various  organizations\, including event staff management\, conference logistics\, event budget management\, supplier relations\, and client relations. \nEllie brings specialized expertise in sustainable meetings. In 2024\, she led a Smithbucklin client organization to earn Silver Level Certification from the Events Industry Council (EIC) Centre for Sustainability and Social Impact for its annual conference. Ellie is also skilled in project management\, event risk management measures\, and co-located meetings. Well-regarded for her creativity and expense-management experience\, she maintains strong negotiating skills and has done extensive contract work with convention centers\, decorators\, hotels\, and vendors.   Ellie holds a bachelor’s degree in humanities from Providence College and a Sustainable Event Professional Certificate (SEPC) issued by the EIC. \n  \nSpeaker: Patrick Macellaio \nExperienced event professional beginning the next chapter of my career with the Obama Foundation. Through my position as Manager of Event for the Obama Presidential Center\, I hope to develop an event program that reflects the core values of the Foundation: Inspire\, Empower and Connect. Past experience includes developing an events and catering program at Boka Restaurant Group with Stephanie Izard as the Director of Catering and Events. After 8.5 years\, I went on to develop and grow the events program for the east end of Navy Pier overseeing Offshore Rooftop\, Lirica and the Sable Hotel. Outside of the events and hospitality industry of Chicago\, I am a passionate member of the Arts community and on the volunteer board of Let It Be Us\, an organization that increases permanency for foster youth here in Chicago. \nWebinar Series Sponsored by
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/sustainability-redefined-pioneering-strategies-for-impactful-events/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:Student Engagement Day at DePaul University
DESCRIPTION:DePaul’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. \nWe 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\, and visiting McCormick Place\, the largest convention center in the country. \nWe will have two panels with industry professionals. One focused on career building and mentorship and the other will be a vendor spotlight that explores lesser-known career paths in the industry. Speakers will be announced soon! A networking breakfast and lunch will be included as well as a closing reception at McCormick Place sponsored by OVG Hospitality. \nWhen: Friday\, April 4th 8:00 am – 6:00 pm \nWhere: DePaul University Richard M. Daley and Maggie C. Daley Building \n14 E. Jackson Blvd Chicago\, IL 60604 \n3rd Floor \nRegistration is free! Follow this link to register. All interested students are welcome\, but we encourage you become a PCMA student member (also free)!
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/student-engagement-day-at-depaul-university/
LOCATION:DePaul University\, 1 E. Jackson Blvd.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar
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SUMMARY:Global Meetings Industry Day
DESCRIPTION:Bridging the Generational Gap\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin your fellow Chicago meeting and event industry professionals  to celebrate Global Meeting Industry Day! \nThursday\, April 3\, 2025\n2:30 – 7:30 p.m.\nConvene Willis Tower\n233 S Wacker Dr. Chicago\, IL 60606 \nThis event is approved by EIC for 2 CEUs . Credits will be applied based on the email address used during registration. \nBridging the Generational Gap: Crafting Engaging Event Experiences for Multi-Generational Audiences \nIn an era of digital acceleration and evolving attendee expectations\, creating impactful events requires a deep understanding of generational dynamics. Join speaker Kelly Brinkman as she brings her expertise on Gen Z and Millennials\, exploring how to foster connection and engagement across generations. \nPaired with the latest industry insights from David Saef\, Chief Instigator at Freeman\, these sessions will uncover strategies to attract and retain diverse audiences\, ensuring your events remain relevant\, inclusive\, and future-ready. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your event experience with actionable takeaways for meaningful engagement. \n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda at a Glance\n\n\n\nPlanner Pre- Event Education Session \nSponsored by Boise Centre – Invite Only\n1:30 p.m. – Registration & Welcome\n2:00 – 3:00 p.m. – Program\nSpeaker: David Saef\, Freeman \nMain Program: Industry Xchange 2025 \n2:30 – 3:30 p.m. – Registration & Networking \n3:30 – 4:30 p.m. – Keynote\nSponsored by Kalahari\nSpeaker: Kelly Brinkman\, BridgeWorks \n4:30 – 5:00 p.m. – Featured Speaker\nSponsored by Visit Detroit\n“Elevate Your Event Experience: Insights to Attract & Engage Attendees”\nSpeaker: David Saef\, Freeman \n5:00 – 5:30 p.m. – Industry Panel\nSponsored by Visit Detroit\nModerator: Kelly Brinkman\, BridgeWorks \n5:30 – 7:30 p.m. – Networking Reception\n\n\n\nRegister Now!\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Prices:\nIndustry Professional (Member) – $89\nNon-Member – $109\nStudent – $54 \nClick Here to Register! \nDon’t forget to select PCMA GMC during registration when noting which organization you will be representing! \nRegistration Closes March 30\, 2025 11:59 PM \nFor more information\, CLICK HERE for the Industry Exchange 2025 website\, or contact events.gmcpcma@gmail.com \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/7573/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:GMC Awards Recognition Event and Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we honor our GMC stars being recognized for their achievements throughout 2024!\n  \nDate:\nTuesday March 18th\, 2025\n11:00 am – 11:30 am – Registration\n11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Educational Panel Discussion\n12:30 – 1:30 pm – 2024 Award Recipient Recognition \nLocation:\nChicago Marriott Magnificent Mile\n540 Michigan Ave\,\nChicago\, IL 60611 \nPricing:\nPlanner Member: $95.00\nPlanner Non-Member: $125.00\nSupplier Member: $140.00\nSupplier Non-Member: $175.00\nTable Sponsorship: 1 table $1\,085.00 | 2 tables $2\,000 \nEvent Description:\nThis luncheon will feature an educational panel discussion and honor Chapter stars being recognized for their achievements throughout 2024! \nInsights from Award-Winning Meeting Professionals \nJoin us for an engaging discussion with past award winners who have excelled in the meeting planning industry. These distinguished professionals will share how their involvement with PCMA Greater Midwest Chapter (GMC)\, combined with their dedication to the field\, has opened doors for continued growth and success in their careers. \nIn addition to reflecting on their journeys\, the panel will explore the future of the industry—addressing key challenges and opportunities\, including the impact of rising costs and AI integrations on event planning. Gain valuable insights into how industry leaders are adapting to change and positioning themselves for success in an evolving landscape. Don’t miss this chance to hear from the best and be inspired for the road ahead! \nPanelists: \nAngie Ranalli\, San Diego Tourism Authority\, 2003 Richard A. “Dick” Daignault Award\nHilary Rosenthal\, Sheraton Grand\, 2012 GEM Award\nPhillip Ridley\, Emergency Nurses Association\, 2017 Pillar Award\nColleen Bagnasco\, Association Management Center\, 2024 Robert J. “Bob” Donovan Award \n2024 Award Recognition\nView the 2024 award recipients \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nCollecting Donations for Deborah’s Place at the Awards Event\nIn recognition of Women’s History Month\, the GMC DEI Committee is proud to partner with Deborah’s Place\, a Chicago-based organization dedicated to opening doors of opportunity for women experiencing homelessness. Through supportive housing and comprehensive services\, Deborah’s Place empowers women to heal\, achieve their goals\, and move beyond homelessness. \nWe invite attendees to join us in supporting this meaningful cause. We will be collecting donations of much-needed\, full-sized personal care items at the Awards Event to present to Deborah’s Place following the event. Your contributions make a difference! \nItems most needed include: \n\nDish Soap\nHand Soap\nMouthwash\nShampoo\nConditioner\nBody Wash\nToothbrushes\nToothpaste\n\nTo learn more about Deborah’s Place and their impact\, please visit their website HERE \nNew this year: Sponsor a table! \nTable sponsorships offer the opportunity to build connections and engage with planners and industry colleagues. As a Table Sponsor\, you will receive a reserved table for 10 attendees at the event. You can fill your table in one of two ways: \n\nExtend invitations to your network – Sponsors may register their team members\, clients\, or industry colleagues.\nWelcome planners seeking a hosted seat – Planners interested in being hosted can submit a request using our HOSTED PLANNER FORM. Sponsors can access these submissions HERE and select attendees for their table.\n\nInterested in sponsoring this event? Opportunities are listed below. Please reach out to events.gmcpcma@gmail.com with any questions or to reserve a sponsorship.\n  \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\nEducation Sponsor: $5\,000\nSponsor Benefits: \n\n90 Second Podium Time\n2 Comp Registrations\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\nTable Sponsorship: $1\,085 (1 table) | $2\,000 (2 tables)\nSponsor Benefits: \n\nReserved table for 10 attendees per table\nOpportunity to invite planners as guests\nRecognition in event promotional emails\nLogo on event signage\nVideo promotion opportunity: Provide a video link highlighting your company\,\nwhich will be hyperlinked to your logo in marketing emails and posted\nindividually on GMC’s Facebook and LinkedIn page\nAttendee list post event\nBranding opportunity: Customize and decorate your table\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\nProgram Ads: \n\nFull Page: $500\nHalf Page: $250
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/gmc-awards-luncheon-event/
LOCATION:Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile\, 540 N Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
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SUMMARY:Chapter Leaders Development
DESCRIPTION:  \nDate:\nTuesday\, 1/28/25 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm \nLocation:\nAOA\n142 E. Ontario\nChicago\, IL 60611\nOR\nVirtually on Zoom \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nGMC Board of Directors\, Committee Chairs\, Committee Members and any other members interested in becoming involved in PCMA’s GMC are welcome to attend. \nThis development day will include an orientation on roles and responsibilities of chapter leaders; developing strategic plan tactics for each committee\, and special guest speaker TJ Baskerville. \nMeet our Speaker: \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nTejuana (TJ) Baskerville is an accomplished professional and trailblazer in education\ndevelopment and association management.\nShe is a wife\, a mom\, and the Director of Professional Development & Events\, leading with\npassion\, purpose\, and strategic vision. Driven by a dedication to innovation and excellence\, TJ\nhas made meaningful contributions to both her industry and community.\nIn 2020\, TJ was honored as one of Association Forum’s distinguished “Forty Under 40” award\nrecipients\, highlighting her exemplary leadership and influence in her field. A champion for\ndiversity and inclusion\, TJ served as Chair of the Women’s Executive Forum Advisory Group in\n2022\, where she empowered women leaders and fostered inclusive environments across\nindustries.\nHer expertise in continuing education is further demonstrated by her tenure as Committee Chair\nfor the International Association for Continuing Medical Education (IACME) from 2020 to\n2022\, where she played a pivotal role in advancing the standards and practices of medical\neducation.\nSince 2022\, TJ has been a valued member of the Professional Development Advisory Council for\nthe American Society of Association Executives (ASAE)\, contributing her strategic insights and\nhelping to elevate the association management profession.\nTJ currently serves as the Chair of the Content Development Shared Interest Group (SIG) for\nAssociation Forum\, where she collaborates with peers to create impactful resources and learning\nopportunities for association professionals.\nA leader with enthusiasm for innovation and a strong commitment to fostering growth and\ninclusion\, TJ continues to inspire colleagues and organizations alike with her forward-thinking\nvision and dedication to excellence. \n 
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/chapter-leaders-development/
LOCATION:AOA\, 142 E. Ontario\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:DEI Education Event
DESCRIPTION:DEI EDUCATION EVENT\nRegistration is open!\nREGISTER HERE\n  \nPlanners can register for free using the code Philadelphia2024 thanks to our Planner Registration Sponsor Philadelphia CVB!\n \n  \nEvent Details\nDecember 3\, 2024 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm | Hilton Rosemont\n5550 North River Road\, Rosemont\, IL 60018 \n  \n11:30 – 12:45 Lunch and registration\n1:00-3:00 Speaker and panel \nPricing:\nProfessional Member: $60\nSupplier Partner Member: $95\nFaculty Member: $60\nStudent: $35\nNon-Member Planner: $80\nNon-Member Supplier: $105 \nThis is a must-attend event for meeting and event professionals aiming to connect with fellow professionals and explore strategies\nfor creating a more inclusive and supportive workplace. We look forward to seeing you there! \n  \nWe will be collecting donations for Off the Street Club’s annual holiday toy drive at this event. If you would like to have your items shipped directly\, CLICK HERE to shop from the Amazon Wishlist or you you can purchase any of the following items and bring them to the event: \n\nBoard Games\nTransformer toys\nNerf Games\nPlay-Doh Slime Maker\nBarbie Dolls\nBaby Dolls\nBasketballs\nFootballs\nCollege Sweatshirts\nMake-up Kits\nJewelry Kits\nTrucks\, Cars\nKitchen Playsets\nDoll Houses\nSmall Electronic Toys\nEarphones\nCandies\n\n  \nMeet our Speaker – Farah Harris\, MA\, LCPC\n \nFarah Harris is a psychotherapist and workplace belonging and well-being expert dedicated to disrupting unhealthy work environments. She is the founder and CEO of WorkingWell Daily®\, a company that approaches workplace belonging and well-being from a psycho-social and emotional intelligence lens. Farah has helped individuals and Fortune 500 companies develop healthier workplaces where employees want to stay and thrive because their leaders and teams have grown in empathy\, self-awareness\, social awareness\, and cultural awareness.\nAs a mental health practitioner and consultant\, Farah is aware of the intersectionality between well-being\, equity\, and inclusion. She is a sought-after expert on mental health\, psychological safety\, workplace culture\, and emotional intelligence. Her work has been featured in media and podcast platforms such as Forbes\, Fast Company\, Business Insider\, Harvard Business Review\, Huffington Post\, Essence\, Good Morning America\, Martha Stewart\, Thrive Global\, and Therapy for Black Girls.\nFarah is also the author of the international bestselling book\, The Color of Emotional Intelligence: Elevating Our Self and Social Awareness to Address Inequities\, a groundbreaking exploration of how cultural background and identity influence our emotional intelligence and shape our relationships with others. \n  \nInterested in sponsoring this event? Opportunities are listed below.\nPlease reach out to events.gmcpcma@gmail.com with any questions or to reserve your spot.\n  \nSponsorship Opportunities \nTitle Sponsor: Available\nEducation Sponsor: Sold to GES. Opportunity available to split with GES\nPlanner Registration Sponsor: Sold to Philadelphia CVB\nLunch Sponsor: Sold to Visit Denver\nEntertainment/Photo Booth Sponsor: Available\nAV and Production Partner: Sold to Five Star AV\nTable Display: Sold to AV Chicago\, more available\nVenue Partner: Hilton Rosemont\nSignage Sponsor: Viper Tradeshow Services\n\nThank you to our Sponsors!\n \n  \n \n  \n \n 
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/gmc-leadership-day-dei-education-event/
LOCATION:Hilton Rosemont Chicago O’Hare\, 5550 N. River Road\, Rosemont\, IL\, 60018
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:Career Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:CAREER WEBINAR SERIES\n****The October 29th webinar has been moved to November 20th. Anyone who was previously registered will be automatically moved to the new date. Please remember to register on zoom as well. The link is in your confirmation email.**** \nNovember 20th\, 12-1pm CT          Journey to Independence – Strategies for Fostering a Successful Event Contracting Business \nHear from successful contractors who pursued entrepreneurship proactively and after a layoff. Discuss essential tips on pricing strategies\, marketing tactics\, selecting services\, and maintaining client relationships. Learn valuable lessons and insights to help you establish and grow your own successful event contracting business. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to enhance your current business\, this session provides the strategies you need for success. \nRegister Here  \n\nPlease reach out to events.gmcpcma@gmail.com with any questions or to reserve your spot.\n 
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/career-webinar-series-2/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Golf and Give Back
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the beautiful Itasca Country Club for the 3rd Annual Golf and Give Back! This will be a great day of networking and leisure on a mature\, championship course. Exceptionally fun to play for anyone from a scrap player to a 30 handicap\, and every single hole is postcard worthy! \nREGISTER TODAY!\n  \nInterested in sponsoring this event? Opportunities are listed below.\nPlease reach out to events.gmcpcma@gmail.com with any questions or to reserve your spot.\n  \nReception/Bar Sponsor: $3\,000 – SOLD TO VISIT SPOKANE\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\nBeverage Cart Sponsor: $3\,000- SOLD TO KALAHARI\nSponsor Benefits:\n \n\n1 comp registration\nBeverage Cart with bartender\nSponsor will pay cart bill\nLogo on signage\n\nCart with Beverages: $2\,000 – SOLD TO LOUISVILLE TOURISM\, VISIT BALIMORE\, VISIT SAN ANTONIO \nSponsor Benefits: \n\n1 comp registration\nCart with beverages\nSponsor will prepurchase beverages\nLogo on signage\n\nBreakfast or Lunch Sponsor: $2\,500 – SOLD TO COLUMBUS\, RENO TAHOE\nSponsor Benefits \n\n2 minute remarks @ meal\n2 comp registrations\nProvide branded items\nLogo on signage\n\n$1500 Regular Hole (1 Regular Holes available) – SOLD TO FORT WORTH\, TRAVEL PORTLAND\, DESTINATION DC\, VISIT TAMPA BAY\, MILWAUKEE\, LIVE NATION\n$1500 Closest to the pin – SOLD TO SAN DIEGO\n$1500 Longest Drive (Still available) –\n$1800 Premium Location or Beverage Hole – SOLD TO HILTON WORLD WIDE\, VISIT INDY\, INSPIRE SOLUTIONS\, DESTINATION DC\, INSPIRE SOLUTIONS\, IHG\, VISIT DENVER\,  PHILADELPHIA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU\, LAS VEGAS\, POND RIPPLE\, VISIT HOUSTON\, VISIT CHARLOTTE\nSponsor Benefits: \n\n2 comp registrations\nGolf Cart & 6 foot table with 2 chairs\nProvide branded items at hole\nBeverage hole sponsors to purchase water & can upgrade drink items\nLogo on signage\n\nEntertainment or Photobooth Sponsor: $1\,000 – SOLD TO SAN DIEGO \nSponsor Benefits: \n\nCover cost of Entertainment or Photobooth during reception\nLogo on Signage\n\n  \nThank you to our sponsors! \n  \nReception/Bar Sponsor: \n \nBeverage Cart Sponsor: \n \nCart with Beverages: \n \n  \nBreakfast and Lunch Sponsor: \n \nRegular Hole Sponsor: \n \n \nClosest to the pin: \n \nPremium and Beverage Hole Sponsors: \n \n \nEntertainment/Photobooth Sponsor:Venue Sponsor: \n \nPhotography Sponsor:  \n \n 
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/https-greatermidwest-pcma-org-event-1st-annual-gmcpcma-open-2-2/
LOCATION:Itasca Country Club\, 400 E. Orchard St\, Itasca\, IL\, 60143
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar
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SUMMARY:Inside the Ivy: Exploring the Chicago Cubs and Wrigley Field
DESCRIPTION:Inside the Ivy: Exploring the Chicago Cubs and Wrigley Field \nFriday May 31st 9:30 am- 12:30 pm\, Cubs game to follow \nRegistration is now open for a behind the scenes tour of Wrigley Field and the new Gallager Way\, home of the Chicago Cubs. Following a panel on the ins and outs of diversity\, inclusion\, and overall success of the Chicago Cubs Event Experts\, catch a Cubs game too! Ticket purchasing information coming soon. This event will be a homerun you do not want to miss! \nClick here to register\n  \nEvent Schedule: \n9:45 AM – Tour of Suites at Wrigley Field including Executive Center \n10:30 AM – Panel at Home Plate Room – 45 min “How the Cubs incorporate DEI and Mental Health Awareness as Event Planners” \n11:15 AM – Reception at Home Plate Room/Home Plate Terrace Terrace w/ beer\, wine\, and heavy hors d’oeuvres \n12:30 PM – Reception Ends \n1:20 PM –  Cubs game Begins \nPricing: \n\n$60 planner member-tour and reception only\n$70 supplier member-tour and reception only\n$60 Faculty member-tour and reception only\n$50 Student-tour and reception only\n$90 Non-member planner-tour and reception only\n$100 Non-member supplier- tour and reception only\nAdd on Cubs vs Reds game ticket for $30 each\n\nSecure sponsorship opportunities for this event now! Email events.gmcpcma@gmail.com for more information. \nSponsorship Opportunities:  \n\nTitle Sponsor\n\n$ 7\,000.00\n\n\nEducation Sponsor Sold to TMS\n\n$ 3\,000.00\n\n\nPlanner Registration Sponsor\n\n$ 4\,000.00\n\n\nBar Sponsor Sold to Travel Portland\n\n$ 3\,000.00\n\n\nEntertainment/Photo Booth\n\n$ 1\,000.00\n\n\nTable Display Sold to Visit Dallas\n\n$ 500.00
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/inside-the-ivy-exploring-the-chicago-cubs-and-wrigley-field/
LOCATION:American Airlines Conference Center\, 1101 Waveland Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T180000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191645
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SUMMARY:GMC Awards & Education Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we honor our GMC stars being recognized for their achievements throughout 2023!\nFollowing its success last year\, an educational component will be included with\nNick Borelli’s Designing Radically Inclusive Events with AI. See more on Nick’s session below.\nCongratulations to our 2023 Award winners!\n\nCongratulations to the PCMA Foundation Visionary Awards Finalists from GMC\nVisionary Awards \n \nSchedule: \n1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Session: Designing Radically Inclusive Events with AI\n2:30 PM – 2:45 PM: Registration Open for Awards Ceremony\n3:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Awards Ceremony\n4:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Reception \nCost: \nProfessional Member: $70\nNon-Member Planner: $90\nSupplier Partner Member:$90\nNon-Member Supplier: $110\nFaculty Member: $50\nStudent: $25 \nEducation Speaker: \n \nStrategy Consultant\, Nick Borelli\, leverages his background in  experience\ndesign\, event tech\, and digital marketing to help event  professionals reach their full\npotential. \nHis background includes decades of contributions to live and digital\ncommunication helping to facilitate his mission: bringing the world together  through\nintentionally designed experiences. To further this mission\, he has  presented on a\nwide range of topics internationally\, volunteered with  numerous industry\nassociations and contributed to dozens of publications.  He has also served as a\nboard member for a decade with the meetings and  events industry non-profit\, The\nSEARCH Foundation. \nNick has been named a Changemaker by MeetingsNet\, awarded  International\nVolunteer of the Year by International Live Events Association\,  and has won\nnumerous marketing awards. He has served as an advisor and  ambassador for\nassociations\, conferences\, technology companies and  many event suppliers. \nIt might seems counter intuitive\, but machines can help us make more human experiences. Generative AI can give us windows into others’ experience which can help us create a greater sense of belonging for a wider audience. Discriminative Deep Learning can provide us with the data we need to test how successful our designs are with different groupings of attendees. With AI being managed by designers leaning on empathy and creativity\, your events have the chance to reach new heights.  \n 3 Strategic Takeaways \n\nDemonstrations of AI being used to aid in the most inclusive versions of event staples. \nHow data can reveal unconscious bias that are holding your events potential back.\n\nWhich human skills to focus on to future proof your career in a world with powerful AI tech advancements \nInterested in sponsoring this event? Opportunities are listed below.\nPlease reach out to events.gmcpcma@gmail.com with any questions or to reserve your spot.\n  \nTitle Sponsor (can be split  \namong multiple sponsors): $7\,000 \nSponsor Benefits: \n\n3 min Podium Time\n3 Comp Registrations\nEvent Registration List\nSocial Media Post\nLogo on Signage\n\nEducation Sponsor: $5\,000\nSponsor Benefits: \n\n90 Second Podium Time\n2 Comp Registrations\nEvent Registration List\nLogo on Signage\n\nRegistration Sponsor $4\,000 \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\nAwards Sponsors: $1\,500 \n\n1 Comp Registration\n2 Minute Podium Time\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\nProgram Ads: \n\nFull Page: $500\nHalf Page: $250
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/gmc-awards-education-event/
LOCATION:McCormick Place Chicago\, 2301 S King Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191645
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SUMMARY:DEI Education Event - Keeping DEI in the DNA of Your Organization: Powering Up for the Pushback
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nThis is a must-attend event for meeting and event professionals aiming to power up their DEI efforts. In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape\, it is crucial to ensure that diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) remain at the forefront of our organizational DNA. This event is designed to provide you with the latest insights\, strategies\, and tools to advance your DEI initiatives and navigate pushback. Learn from industry experts about the importance of DEI in our industry and receive sustainable DEI practices that can be used in your organization.​​​​ \nPlanners use code “PROJECTION” to receive complimentary registration. \nMeet our Speaker\nCie Armstead\, MPA\, DBA\nPronouns: She\, Her\, Hers \nAdministrative Director\, Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion\nAmerican College of Surgeons \nFor more than 30 years\, Cie has served as a leader in various association management and diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) roles.  Two core values that she has sought to exemplify throughout her career are serving others and seeking the positive in every situation.  In August 2021\, Cie joined the American College of Surgeons as an executive leader for its new strategic focus on anti-racism\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion.  She is also the founder of Owlservations\, LLC\, a career service firm dedicated to equipping and empowering professionals of color to excel in their careers. \nPreviously\, Cie served for over 5 years as the inaugural Diversity & Inclusion Director for the American College of Healthcare Executives\, and for 24 years with the American Bar Association. During her ABA tenure\, Cie held several leadership positions including Diversity Center Director\, Senior Staff Advisor to the ABA President\, and Director of Litigation Section Periodicals. Cie is a frequent presenter\, writer\, and consultant on DEI and association management topics\, specializing in evidence-based practices and creating collaborative initiatives to achieve DEI and organizational objectives. She serves as the 2023 Chair of the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) Foundation Research Committee and previously Chaired the ASAE D&I Committee and its Diversity Executive Leadership Program Selection Committee (2016-2017); she has also held several leadership positions with the Association Forum of Chicagoland. On the NIGP: Institute for Public Procurement Board’s Talent Council\, Cie is the 2021-2023 DEI Thought Leader.  Cie earned an undergraduate Journalism degree from Northwestern University\, a Master’s in Public Administration from Roosevelt University\, and a Doctorate in Business Administration\, specializing in Industrial Organizational Psychology\, from Northcentral University. \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS\n  \nTitle Sponsor\n \n\n  \nPlanner Registration\n\n\n  \nEducation Breakout Sponsors\n               \nIn-Kind Sponsors\n    \n 
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/dei-education-event-2/
LOCATION:Hilton Chicago\, 720 S. Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T123000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191645
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SUMMARY:GMID 2020 Goes Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Join us online for GMID 2020\, Tuesday\, April 14\, 2020! \nGlobal Meetings Industry Day (GMID) is April 14. GMID was created to be an international forum for advocacy\, awareness\, and celebration for the business events industry. Each year\, event professionals from around the world come together to raise the collective voice of our community. \nIn 2020\, GMID will look very different. \nDue to advice from WHO\, CDC and governments around the world\, we’re not encouraging live events for GMID. But we will meet. We will do so virtually—and we are going to break some records! \nWe are inviting the entire industry to join us to set the record for the Largest Virtual Event. \nWe will be hosted by the heads of Meetings Mean Business US\, India and Canada.\nAfter we have broken the record\, we will discuss COVID-19 and its impact on our communities\, work\, and families. Since this situation is constantly evolving\, we expect our agenda for the webcast to evolve as well. \nThis is a challenging time for our industry and it is important that we support each other and work together so that we emerge stronger together. This year\, GMID needs to be about resiliency\, survival\, tenacity\, and perseverance. \nPlease join Meetings Mean Business and be part of the conversation. \nDate: April 14\, 2020\nTime: Starting at 9am PDT/11am CDT/12pm EDT\nThis FREE event will be webcast and open to all.\nThe webcast will be recorded and shared following the event. \nRegister here at https://gmidgoesvirtual.com/
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/chicago-industry-xchange-gmid-2020/
LOCATION:IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191645
CREATED:20190628T204511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191025T210203Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Leader's Day
DESCRIPTION:Take part in our Annual Leader’s Day after the November Educational Program at the Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel. This is an orientation and learning session for our chapter leaders at the board and committee level. \nDon’t forget to sign up for a 2020 committee! \n11:30am – 12:30pm Leader’s Day Lunch \n12:30pm – 2:00pm Leader’s Day \n  \nThis event is brought to you by:\n \n  \nWith Lunch Sponsor 
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/leaders-day/
LOCATION:Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel\, 163 E Walton Pl\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191119T110000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191645
CREATED:20190628T201733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191118T192024Z
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SUMMARY:November Educational Program
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel for our November Educational Program led by communication expert Stacey Hanke entitled “Influence Redefined: Be the Leader You Were Meant to Be\, Monday to Monday®” on November 19! \n9:30am – 10:00am – Registration & Networking \n10:00am – 11:00am – Welcome and Education \nDon’t forget to sign up for a 2020 committee and join us for Chapter Leaders Day \nimmediately following this program! \nPricing:\nProfessional Member: $45.00\nSupplier Partner Member: $95.00\nStudent: $40.00\nNon-Member Planner: $65.00\nNon-Member Supplier: $115.00 \nREGISTER NOW \nSee who’s coming \nInfluence Redefined: Be the Leader You Were Meant to Be\, Monday to Monday®\nEffective communication enables you to maximize your influence\, increase profits and build your reputation. Your verbal and non-verbal communication style greatly impacts your credibility\, as well as how your level of knowledge and trustworthiness is perceived. \nJoin Stacey Hanke as she unpacks habits of highly influential people and what may be holding you back from reaching your full potential. \nLearner Outcomes\n\nAssess your strengths in communication as an influencer.\nDevelop a step-by-step approach to generate influence that inspires continuous action.\nCommunicate with brevity\, confidence and credibility.\n\nAbout Our Speaker:\nStacey Hanke\nStacey is the author of two books; Influence Redefined…Be the Leader You Were Meant to Be\, Monday to Monday® and Yes You Can! Everything You Need to Know From A to Z to Influence Others To Take Action. Her books provide practical and immediate skills and techniques that have given thousands the ability to enhance their influence Monday to Monday®. Stacey helps individuals eliminate the static that plagues communicative delivery — to persuade\, sell\, influence and communicate face-to-face with a clear message. She has trained and presented to thousands to rid business leaders of bad body language habits and to choose words wisely in the financial industry to the healthcare industry to government and everyone in between. Her client list is vast from Coca-Cola\, FedEx\, Kohl’s\, United States Army\, Navy and Air Force\, McDonald’s\, Publicis Media\, Nationwide\, US Cellular\, Pfizer\, GE\, General Mills and Abbvie. Her team works with Directors up to the C-Suite. In addition to her client list\, she has been the Emcee for Tedx. She has inspired thousands as a featured guest on media outlets including; The New York Times\, Forbes\, Entrepreneur\, Thrive\, SmartMoney magazine\, The Economist and Business Week. She is a Certified Speaking Professional—a valuable accreditation earned by less than 10% of speakers worldwide. \n  \nThis event is brought to you by:
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/november-educational-program/
LOCATION:Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel\, 163 E Walton Pl\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T210000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191645
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SUMMARY:Annual Signature Event
DESCRIPTION:NEW! Greater Midwest Chapter Signature Event at WhirlyBall!\n \nThe Greater Midwest Chapter is bringing you a new and fresh Signature Event! On November 7\, GMC PCMA will be hosting the Annual Business Meeting and Signature Event at WhirlyBall Chicago in Bucktown! Are you asking yourself “What in the world is WhirlyBall?!” It’s the endorphin inducing answer to your typical outing! Experience something truly fun and unique as the exhilarating game of WhirlyBall combines lacrosse\, hockey\, basketball\, and bumper cars in a game of fun. In addition to this exciting game\, you can also try your hand at ping pong\, corn hole\, giant Jenga\, giant Connect Four\, or bowling. \nNot to worry though\, the event will still have your GMC favorites including major raffle packages\, a 50/50 raffle\, and a wine pull. \nDon’t miss out on this NEW and exciting Signature Event! \nBe a sponsor!\nGold ($5\,000) and Silver ($2\,500) packages are available. \nClick here or contact Sarah McKinney (smckinney@alz.org) to secure your spot. \n  \n \n  \nSchedule of Events\n4 – 5 pm: Business Meeting @ Whirlyball (2nd Floor)\n5 – 6 pm: Registration and Networking Hour\n6 – 8 pm: Whirlyball and Bowling Team Games\nplus ping pong\, corn hole\, giant Jenga and giant Connect Four in networking areas!\n8 – 9 pm: Open Play WhirlyBall\, Bowling and more! \nEach Registration includes food and (2) drink tickets \nGold Sponsor – $5\,000 (8 Total Registrations)\nSilver Sponsor – $2\,500 (6 Total Registrations)\nBowling Team – $1\,500 (10 Total Registrations)\nWhirlyBall Team – $400 (5 Total Registrations)\nIndividual / Cheerleader – $150\nSignature Raffle – $50 per ticket\n(taking place of the silent auction – fabulous prize packages will be announced soon!)\nWine Pull – $10 per cork or 3 for $25 (Donate to the wine pull!)\n50/50 Raffle – $20 per ticket or 3 tickets for $50 \n  \nLearn to taste the differences between Bourbon Whiskey and Rye Whiskey with a Bulleit Bourbon vs. Rye Tasting\, hosted by Louisville Tourism. Located in Louisville\, the Bulleit Frontier Whiskey Distillery crafts a premium bourbon based on recipes refined and perfected in Kentucky in the 1800s. \nFrom Whirlyball to High Balls – try Louisville’s specialty fall high ball with apple cider\, ginger beer\, lemon and Kentucky Bourbon. \n  \nBrought to you by Team Canada \nWith Gold Sponsor \n \nAnd Silver Sponsors\n \n \n 
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/annual-signature-event/
LOCATION:WhirlyBall Chicago\, 1825 W Webster Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191645
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SUMMARY:September Educational Program
DESCRIPTION:Join us on September 18 for our September Educational Program at the Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel. Brent Rogers\, the Vice President of PSAV Concise & Digital\, will present “Education & Engagement for Modern Times”  followed by a networking reception. \nSeptember Educational Program Schedule:\n9:00am – 12:00pm – Board Meeting\n1:00pm – 2:00pm – Committee Meetings\n2:30pm – 4:00pm – Education Program\n4:00pm – 5:00pm – Reception \nPricing:\nProfessional Member: $45.00\nSupplier Partner Member: $95.00\nStudent: $30.00\nNon-Member Planner: $55.00\nNon-Member Supplier: $105.00\nReception Only: $50.00 \nREGISTER NOW \nSee who’s coming \nEducation & Engagement for Modern Times\nThere is a great deal of buzz around attracting and engaging Millennials and Gen Z’ers.  In reality\, today’s technology has changed the way everyone learns and has increased the need for more engaging and interactive sessions.  We will discuss what has changed and why.  We will explore ideas around delivering educational content in new ways and making a more engaging experience using both tech- and non-tech-based solutions. \nLearner Outcomes\n\nUnderstand the changing needs of the modern attendee\nKnow why engagement is more challenging\nDiscover how today’s attendees want to learn\nGather many new ideas to use at your event\n\nAbout Our Speaker:\nBrent Rogers\nVice President\nPSAV Concise & Digital \nWith a background in Information Technology\, Brent has spent the past fifteen years bringing technology solutions to the meetings industry.  Brent and the Digital team created PSAV’s digital solutions such as Content Management Systems\, Audience Engagement Systems\, Virtual Event Solutions\, Digital Signs\, and Mobile Solutions. \nMore recently\, following the acquisition of Concise\, the Concise and Digital teams were merged to combine technology solutions and build new event solutions.  Brent has been with PSAV since 2009.  He was brought on board because of his proven track record of providing clients with creative and valuable technology solutions. \n  \nThis program is brought to you by: \n \n  \nGMC PCMA will be partnering with Association Forum’s Meetings Special Interest Group for the September Educational Program.  \n   
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/september-educational-program-2/
LOCATION:Loews Chicago O’Hare\, 5300 N. River Road\, Rosemont\, IL\, 60018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191645
CREATED:20190110T211926Z
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SUMMARY:June Educational Program
DESCRIPTION:Join us on June 13 for our June Educational Program at the Hyatt Lodge at McDonald’s Campus. Our speaker\, Greg Bogue\, will take us through enhancing our meeting experiences with his talk\, “Experience Design Learning Lab – Seven Design Principles You Can Use!” followed by a networking reception. \n“Experience Design Learning Lab – Seven Design Principles You Can Use!”\nThis program includes tips on staging richer experiences for our guests during meetings\, events\, and incentive trips and how it can be critical for our event’s success. In this learning lab\, we’ll discover seven\, people-centered\, science-based principles that inform design and create meaningful and memorable guest experiences. Through a hands-on application\, we will be introduced to a new way of thinking to design your next “experience.” \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nDefine what experience means to your meeting\, event and incentive guests\nLearn seven foundational event design principles\nUnderstand how to apply design principles to create more engaging experiences for your next meeting\, event or incentive trip\n\nSchedule:\n1:00 – 2:00pm Committee Meetings\n2:00 – 2:30pm Registration and Networking\n2:30 – 4:00pm Best in Class Speaker\n4:00 – 5:00pm Complimentary Reception \n  \nSee who is registered \n  \nMeet the June Educational Program Speaker: Greg Bogue\, Chief Experience Architect\, Maritz Global Events\, Inc. \n \nThe 2019 Supplier of the Year from PCMA’s International Visionary Awards\, Greg Bogue\, is focused on improving the guest experience in meetings\, events and incentive travel programs to create better value for both organizations and their guests. He is a creative catalyst who can quickly synthesize a message and help organizations deliver it to their guests at a higher level. Bogue was awarded the prestigious Experience Management Achievement Award by Strategic Horizons LLP for his significant contributions in creating experience offerings. In 2015 Bogue was honored as one of the 25 Most Influential People in the Meetings Industry by Successful Meetings Magazine and most recently Bogue was named a 2017 Changemaker by MeetingsNet. \nThis event brought to you by:
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/june-educational-program/
LOCATION:Hyatt Lodge at McDonald’s Campus\, 2815 Jorie Blvd\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190405
DTSTAMP:20260826T191645
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SUMMARY:Industry Xchange 2019
DESCRIPTION:Represent GMC PCMA at Industry Xchange\, April 4 at the Alhambra Palace Restaurant. \nThis year’s Industry Xchange (IX) will explore today’s most compelling issues and celebrate the industry of meeting planning. It will be a truly unique\, exciting and very different experience. Please indicate your affiliation with GMC when you register!
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/industry-xchange-2019/
LOCATION:Alhambra Palace Restaurant\, 1240 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190311
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190312
DTSTAMP:20260826T191645
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190226T192110Z
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SUMMARY:March Educational Program
DESCRIPTION:March Educational Program\nJoin us at the Blackstone Hotel Chicago on March 11 to hear Lesley Picchietti\, PCC\, CPC\, ELI-MP\, from Inspire Bliss Coaching & Consulting share her insights on communication and how to better engage and inspire others through communication. \nSchedule: \n1:00 – 2:30 PM | Registration\n1:00 – 2:00 PM | Committee Meetings\n2:00 – 2:30 PM | Networking Break\n2:30 – 4:00 PM | General Session\n4:00 – 6:00 PM | Networking Reception \nSee Who Is Attending \nSpeaker Info\n \nLesley Picchietti\, PCC\, CPC\, ELI-MP\nLife & Leadership Development Coach\nInspire Bliss Coaching & Consulting\n \nLesley Picchietti\, PCC\, CPC\, ELI-MP\, a Life & Leadership Development Coach at Inspire Bliss Coaching & Consulting\, our speaker for the March Educational Program will be discussing “The 7 Levels of Communication”. This program seeks to help attendees identify the 7 Levels of Communication and the Energy surrounding their communication\, shift attention and perceptions to towards supporting successful communication\, uncover the causes of miscommunication\, understand the ‘why’ and ‘how’ of communicating differently to different people and to learn how to inspire and engage others through our communication. \nThis event brought to you by:
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/march-educational-program/
LOCATION:The Blackstone\, 636 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181109
DTSTAMP:20260826T191645
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SUMMARY:Annual Business Meeting & Educational Program
DESCRIPTION:Join us on November 8 for the GMC PCMA Annual Business Meeting and Educational Program at AMC Theaters in Downtown Chicago\, followed by our fun-filled fundraising event\, Bowl-a-Thon at Lucky Strike. \nSchedule\n1:30 – 2:00pm        Registration & Networking\n2:00 – 2:30pm        Annual Business Meeting\n2:30 – 2:45pm        Welcome/Chapter Updates\n2:45 – 3:00pm        Sponsor Presentation\n3:00 – 4:15pm        Educational Session  \nChange Your Mind\, Change Your Health\, Change Your Life\nHow often do you go to a meeting or conference and find yourself tossing your healthy routine out the window? Too much food\, too much alcohol and not enough exercise or sleep magically becomes the norm at meetings. Making healthier choices on the road\, particularly choosing to make time for exercise\, mindfulness and healthier food choices can impact your productivity\, your memory and your mood. \nFitness can be the catalyst for living your best life. The process of working hard to achieve goals can be a lesson in all areas of your life. When your body is in motion\, your brain changes for the better. Mental health takes work – sometimes that work requires just putting one foot in front of the other. \nThis three-part session is geared toward meeting professionals (planners and suppliers) to help them adopt healthy behaviors at home and while traveling for work. Led by industry professionals with certifications in health and fitness\, this program is taught from experience and with the audience in mind. \nLearner Objectives \n\nFood is not just fuel – learn the impact on cognitive performance and emotional state\nBetter choices lead to improved memory\, enhanced mood and increased productivity\nChoose This\, Not That – how to choose healthy options at home and on the road\nPriority\, Preparation and Planning – No matter how busy you are\, fit movement into your routine\nNo Gym\, No Weights\, No Problem: how to stay fit while you travel\nWhat is mindfulness and how does it impact your wellness\nHow to implement mindfulness and meditation into your daily activities at home or while you travel\n\nPresenters\nHeidi Edinger Smith\, Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach\, Corporate Wellness Specialist\nKelly Snyder\, CMP\, Certified Institute of Integrative Nutrition Health Coach\, NASM Certified Personal Trainer \nThis event is brought to you by: \n  \nSee Who Is Registered »
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/2018-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:AMC River East 21\, 322 East Illinois Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Networking
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SUMMARY:Indiana Student Day
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 28\, 2018\n1:00-6:00pm\n Location:\nJW Marriott Indianapolis\n10 S. Street\nIndianapolis\, IN 46204\n \nRegister now for our Indiana Student Day! \nThe sessions and reception are FREE for students and Industry Professionals \nDownload the Full Schedule (PDF) \nAgenda:\n1:00-1:15PM    –   Welcome Remarks\n1:15-3:15PM    –   Professional Panels on Meeting/Event Planning\, Suppliers\, DMO\, and Hotel – Hear from our panelists about how they got started in the industry\, and why their roles are so important to the industry and success of meetings & events.\n3:15-3:30PM    –   Break with Refreshments\n3:30-5:00PM    –   Human Resources Panel and Young Professionals Panel – Participants will reconvene for insight on job-searching and entering the professional world.\n5:00-6:00PM   –    Networking Reception
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/indiana-student-day-2/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Indianapolis\, 10 S. Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:September Educational Program & Baseball Outing
DESCRIPTION:September Educational Program & Baseball Outing\nRegister now for the September Educational Program on September 5 at Miller Park! Attendees will have the option to buy game tickets to the Cubs vs. Brewers game at 7:00pm for just $29. The educational program will run from 2:00–5:00pm\, followed by a reception before the game. Please note the meeting is within the confines of Miller Park. \nSchedule:\nRegistration                2:00pm-3:00pm\nEducation Session     3:00pm-5:00pm\nReception                    5:00pm-7:00pm\nGame begins at 7:10pm \n \nAbout Wayne Messmer\, CSP:\nWayne Messmer\, CSP\, is a motivational and inspirational speaker as well as a professional singer\, best known for the National Anthem\, which he has performed an estimated 5\,000 times. Chicago radio listeners know him from his many years of on-air work. He hosts The Wayne Messmer Radio Show\, on Sunday Evenings from 7:00-8:00 p.m. on 90.9FM/WDCB.org. Music fans from across the country also know him as a respected jazz vocalist and recording artist. \nWayne has performed the National Anthem on Opening Day for the Chicago Cubs for 33 consecutive years. He also sang before Games 3 and 5 of the 2016 World Series. Wayne spent 13 seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks at historic Chicago Stadium and is now heard at Chicago Wolves Hockey games\, the team of which he is a founding partner. He is the co-founder and co-owner of Wayne Messmer & Associates\, LLC\, a Chicago-based\, financial services firm focusing in building\, protecting and preserving individual and family retirement assets. \nThe powerful story of Wayne’s miraculous comeback after being shot in the throat in an armed robbery attempt in April 1994 in Chicago has touched thousands of people across the country. His experience is chronicled in his book\, The Voice of Victory. He is a Certified Professional member of (NSA) National Speakers Association\, NSA-IL\, and (SAG-AFTRA) Screen Actors Guild/American Federation of Television and Radio Artists. \nCost:\nProfessional Member $55.00\nSupplier Partner Member $75.00\nStudent $20.00\nNon-Member Planner $65.00\nNon-Member Supplier $85.00 \nOptional baseball ticket: $29\nThere is a very limited supply of tickets left. If you’ve already registered and would like to add a ticket\, please contact An’Cherise Taylor (ataylor@thesentergroup.com). \nHotel Information\nGMC PCMA has reserved a hotel block for this event at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center.\nReserve your room online here. \nThis event is sponsored by:
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/september-educational-program/
LOCATION:Miller Park\, 1 Brewers Way\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Networking
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