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SUMMARY:GMC Pickleball Classic
DESCRIPTION:  \nRegistration is now closed. On-site registration is available!\n  \nGMC Pickleball Classic\nThursday\, July 30\, 2026 \nSPF | 2121 N. Clybourn Ave. | Chicago\, IL 60614 \nAbout the Event \nJoin GMC for a day of friendly competition\, great food\, and even better company at The GMC Pickleball Classic! Whether you’re a seasoned player or have never picked up a paddle\, this event is open to all skill levels! After the overwhelming response to last year’s event\, the 2026 PCMA GMC Pickleball Classic is now TOURNAMENT STYLE! \nWe’re mixing things up this year with an elimination style tournament! 32 Teams made up of your industry colleagues will compete until just one is left standing- taking home the pickle trophy and ultimate bragging rights. All tournament teams are sold out but there’s still time to show off your skills in the “kitchen” with reserved open court time.  \nLearn how to register a non-tournament team here \nParticipation Options:\nOpen Play & Spectator Planner* –  $75 \nOpen Play & Spectator Supplier* – $150 \nOpen Play & Spectator tickets include lunch and 2 drink tickets per person\, non-tournament open pickleball courts\, cornhole\, shuffleboard\, and bocce play. \nReady to compete? All Pickleball Tournament Teams have sold out. Planners can apply to be hosted to join a team HERE!\n\nSponsor 5 Planner Open Play & Spectator Registrations** – 5 Tickets for $300. Email events.gmcpcma@gmail.com for more information.  \n\nEvent Highlights: \n11:30 AM: Check-in/Registration\n12:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Lunch Available\n12:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Cornhole\, Shuffleboard\, Bocce and Networking\n12:30 PM – 3:30 PM: Pickleball Team Tournament\n1:35 PM – 4:00 PM: Open Play Pickleball Courts Available\n\n\nSPF Venue Map\n\nDon’t miss out on the most fun event of the summer! \nAlready Registered? Share with your network that you are attending! Don’t forget to to tag GMC! \nI’m Attending Social Posts \n \n\nPCMA GMC Cares for WINGS: Giveback\n\nDonate NEW lunch boxes and water bottles for families in need.\n\nWhat you need to know:\n\nAll items must be new and unused!\nLunch Boxes and Water Bottles for kids of all ages are acceptable.\nFeel free to order something from the Wings Amazon Wish List or pick something up from your favorite shop.\nAll donations must be donated in person at the Pickleball Event\, Thursday\, July 30 BEFORE 2:30PM.\n\n\nHelp make Back-to School special for families rebuilding their lives after domestic violence. Many arrive with little more than the clothes they’re wearing and your support helps ensure kids will have new supplies to start off the school year feeling special. Thank you for being part of a community that shows up when it matters most. \n\nEvent Policies \n​​​​​Online Registration: Online registration will close 3 business days prior to the event date.\nCancellation Policy: Cancellation of registration must be submitted in writing via email to events.gmcpcma@gmail.com. If a registrant cancels within 7 days of the event\, they will forfeit 50% of the registration fee. If a registrant cancels within 3 days of the event\, they forfeit the entire registration fee. No shows forfeit the entire registration fee. If a registration refund is owed\, the refund will be processed within 7-14 business days to the original method of payment.\nRegistration Transfer Policy: Requests to transfer registration from one individual to another will be accepted in writing via email to events.gmcpcma@gmail.com and must be made before the online registration deadline (3 business days prior to the event date). After this date\, the new individual must register on site.\n*Walk in Policy: We highly recommend registering online before the event. Any attendee who registers on site will be charged an extra 10% of the applicable registration fee for their membership type. Onsite registration may not always be available. Please check the event website regularly for the latest updates and current walk-in registration policy. \nClick here for sponsorship opportunities\nAlready know what you’d like to sponsor? Complete the GMC PCMA Sponsorship Enrollment Form & email it to us at events.gmcpcma@gmail.com to get started! \n\nThank you to our Sponsors! \nTitle Sponsor: \n \nPhoto Sponsor: \n \nSignage Sponsor: \n \nCabana Sponsors: \n \n \n \nPro Court Sponsor:  \nLunch Sponsor: \n \nBar Sponsor: \n \nLocker Room Sponsor: \n \nCornhole Sponsor: \n \nRoaming Photo Ring Sponsor: \n \n  \nWater Station Sponsor:
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/pickleball-2026/
LOCATION:SPF\, 2121 N Clybourn Ave
CATEGORIES:Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:PCMA Collective: Milwaukee
DESCRIPTION:PCMA Collective: Milwaukee\nAugust 3\, 2026 | 5-7 pm | Courtyard Milwaukee Brookfield at Poplar Creek\n20300 W Bluemound Rd\, Brookfield\, WI 53045\nPlease join us for happy hour on Monday\, August 3\, 5-7pm\, at the rooftop of the Courtyard Milwaukee Brookfield at Poplar Creek\, 20300 W. Bluemound Rd.\, Brookfield (near Goerkes Corners/The Corners). We’ll enjoy informal networking followed by a relaxed conversation about shared opportunities\, upcoming initiatives\, and ways we can strengthen our local community of planners. The goal is to meet quarterly. Feel free to stop by the bar on your way up to the rooftop (drinks on your own) and take a moment to explore this new hotel in our area. \nRSVP through Axis: https://pcma-community.mn.co/posts/104916240?utm_source=manual
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/milwaukee/
LOCATION:Courtyard by Marriott Milwaukee Brookfield at Poplar Creek\, 20300 W Bluemound Rd\, Brookfield\, IL\, 53045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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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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SUMMARY:2026 CARE Education Event
DESCRIPTION:C.A.R.E. Education Event | September 15\, 2026\nObama Presidential Center\, 6001 South Stony Island Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\n3:00 PM – 7:30 PM\nProgram Agenda: \n3:00 – 3:30 PM: Registration & Vendor Networking\n3:30 – 5:15 PM: Educational Sessions & Keynote\n5:30 – 7:30 PM: Self-Guided Museum Access & Exploration of the Obama Presidential Center (No food or beverage permitted within the museum exhibits)\n5:30 – 7:30 PM: Networking Reception in Designated Event Space (Guests may choose between networking and museum exploration throughout the evening) \nMuseum admission is included in the registration fee. To receive museum admission\, attendees must attend the full education program from 3:30–5:15 PM.  \nRegistration is limited and we expect to sell out! Planners can apply to be hosted here. \nRegistration Options:\nProfessional Member Planner: $85\nHosted Planner Packages:\n– (1) Supplier and (3) Planner tickets: $350\n– (1) Supplier and (5) Planner tickets: $500\nFaculty Member: $60\nStudent: $50\nNon-Member Planner: $100\nNon-Member Supplier: $180 \nKeynote Details:  \nLeading Without Armor: Creating Culture Through Authenticity\, Vulnerability\, and Empathy \nCulture isn’t created through mission statements or company values hanging on a wall. It’s created through everyday interactions\, conversations\, and the courage to show up authentically. In a world where people are craving connection\, trust\, and belonging\, leaders have an opportunity to shape cultures where people feel seen\, heard\, valued\, and empowered to contribute their best work. But creating that kind of environment requires more than good intentions; it requires vulnerability\, emotional intelligence\, and the willingness to lead as a human first. \nIn this engaging and interactive keynote\, award-winning speaker Courtney Stanley explores how authenticity becomes the foundation for stronger relationships\, deeper trust\, and more empathetic workplace cultures. Through powerful peer-to-peer storytelling\, practical strategies\, and meaningful audience reflection\, attendees will discover how to foster genuine connection\, communicate with greater intention\, and create environments where people feel safe to contribute\, collaborate\, and thrive. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nLeverage vulnerability as a strength that fosters connection and psychological safety\nCreate a culture where people feel respected\, valued\, and empowered to contribute\nStrengthen self-awareness and emotional intelligence to become a more impactful leader\n\n  \nParking & Transportation: Parking at the Obama Presidential Center is limited. Choose Chicago is generously sponsoring shuttle service for this event. Shuttles will run from a downtown location\, with details shared with registered guests closer to the event date. Let us know if you are interested in the shuttle to/from the venue within your event registration. \n  \nClick here for sponsorship opportunities! \nAlready know what you’d like to sponsor? Complete the GMC PCMA Sponsorship Enrollment Form & email it to us at events.gmcpcma@gmail.com to get started! \nEvent Policies \n​​​​​Online Registration: Online registration will close 3 business days prior to the event date.\nCancellation Policy: Cancellation of registration must be submitted in writing via email to events.gmcpcma@gmail.com. If a registrant cancels within 7 days of the event\, they will forfeit 50% of the registration fee. If a registrant cancels within 3 days of the event\, they forfeit the entire registration fee. No shows forfeit the entire registration fee. If a registration refund is owed\, the refund will be processed within 7-14 business days to the original method of payment.\nRegistration Transfer Policy: Requests to transfer registration from one individual to another will be accepted in writing via email to events.gmcpcma@gmail.com and must be made before the online registration deadline (3 business days prior to the event date). After this date\, the new individual must register on site.\nWalk in Policy: We highly recommend registering online before the event. Any attendee who registers on site will be charged an extra 10% of the applicable registration fee for their membership type. Onsite registration may not always be available. Please check the event website regularly for the latest updates and current walk-in registration policy. \nThank you to our Sponsors! \nTitle Sponsor: \n \n  \nEducation Sponsor: \n \nReception Sponsor: \n \nBar Sponsor: \n \nDisplay Table Sponsor: \n \nCommercial Sponsor: \n \n  \nPhotography Sponsor: \n \nSignage Sponsor: \n \n  \nShuttle Sponsor:
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/2026-care-education-event/
LOCATION:Obama Presidential Center\, 6001 South Stony Island Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:Bowl Bash 2026
DESCRIPTION:Bowl Bash 2026\nNovember 19\, 2026 | 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm | Kings Entertainment\n1500 N Clybourn Ave | Chicago\, IL 60610\n  \nClick here for sponsorship opportunities! \nAlready know what you’d like to sponsor? Complete the GMC PCMA Sponsorship Enrollment Form & email it to us at events.gmcpcma@gmail.com to get started! \nEvent Policies \n​​​​​Online Registration: Online registration will close 3 business days prior to the event date.\nCancellation Policy: Cancellation of registration must be submitted in writing via email to events.gmcpcma@gmail.com. If a registrant cancels within 7 days of the event\, they will forfeit 50% of the registration fee. If a registrant cancels within 3 days of the event\, they forfeit the entire registration fee. No shows forfeit the entire registration fee. If a registration refund is owed\, the refund will be processed within 7-14 business days to the original method of payment.\nRegistration Transfer Policy: Requests to transfer registration from one individual to another will be accepted in writing via email to events.gmcpcma@gmail.com and must be made before the online registration deadline (3 business days prior to the event date). After this date\, the new individual must register on site.\nWalk in Policy: We highly recommend registering online before the event. Any attendee who registers on site will be charged an extra 10% of the applicable registration fee for their membership type. Onsite registration may not always be available. Please check the event website regularly for the latest updates and current walk-in registration policy. \n\nThank you to our Sponsors! \nBar Sponsors:  \n \n \nPhoto Sponsor: \n \nSignage Sponsor:
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/bowl-bash-2-2/
LOCATION:Kings Entertainment\, 1500 N Clybourn Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:GMC Holiday Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Save The Date!\nThe TAP – Hyatt Regency McCormick Place | Chicago \n2233 S Martin Luther King Dr\, Chicago\, IL 60616 \n\nEvent Policies \n​​​​​Online Registration: Online registration will close 3 business days prior to the event date.\nCancellation Policy: Cancellation of registration must be submitted in writing via email to events.gmcpcma@gmail.com. If a registrant cancels within 7 days of the event\, they will forfeit 50% of the registration fee. If a registrant cancels within 3 days of the event\, they forfeit the entire registration fee. No shows forfeit the entire registration fee. If a registration refund is owed\, the refund will be processed within 7-14 business days to the original method of payment.\nRegistration Transfer Policy: Requests to transfer registration from one individual to another will be accepted in writing via email to events.gmcpcma@gmail.com and must be made before the online registration deadline (3 business days prior to the event date). After this date\, the new individual must register on site.\nWalk in Policy: We highly recommend registering online before the event. Any attendee who registers on site will be charged an extra 10% of the applicable registration fee for their membership type. Onsite registration may not always be available. Please check the event website regularly for the latest updates and current walk-in registration policy. \n  \n\nClick here for sponsorship opportunities! \nAlready know what you’d like to sponsor? Complete the GMC PCMA Sponsorship Enrollment Form & email it to us at events.gmcpcma@gmail.com to get started! \n\nThank you to our Sponsors!\n  \nTitle Sponsor:\n  \n \nReception/Bar Sponsors:\n  \n \nSignage Sponsor:\n \n  \nPhotography Provider:
URL:https://greatermidwest.pcma.org/event/gmc-holiday-mixer-2-2/
LOCATION:The TAP – Hyatt Regency McCormick Place\, 2233 S Martin Luther King Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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