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SUMMARY:PCMA NextGen Presents: A Day in the Life: Exploring Career Paths in the Meetings & Events Industry
DESCRIPTION:PCMA NextGen Presents: A Day in the Life\nExploring Career Paths in the Meetings & Events Industry\nREGISTER TODAY!\n \nDate: Wednesday\, November 18\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 PM CT\nFormat: Virtual Webinar \nEver wondered what a day in the life of a corporate planner\, association planner\, or supplier really looks like?\nJoin PCMA NextGen for an engaging and insightful conversation featuring professionals representing three distinct career paths within the meetings and events industry. From managing complex events and building successful partnerships to overcoming unexpected challenges and navigating career growth\, our panelists will take you behind the scenes to share their experiences\, lessons learned\, and practical advice. Whether you’re just starting your career\, exploring new opportunities\, or seeking to expand your industry knowledge\, this webinar will offer valuable perspectives to help you navigate your professional journey with confidence. \nLearner Outcomes\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplore career pathways: Identify the roles\, responsibilities\, and career opportunities within corporate planning\, association planning\, and supplier organizations.\nUnderstand industry collaboration: Describe how planners and suppliers build partnerships to execute successful meetings and events.\nNavigate industry challenges: Identify common challenges and practical strategies for overcoming obstacles.\nGain career insights: Recognize valuable lessons and professional development strategies from experienced industry professionals.\nPlan for professional growth: Identify actionable steps to strengthen relationships\, develop skills\, and advance within the industry.\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nStudents and recent graduates interested in the meetings and events industry\nEmerging professionals and those early in their careers\nCorporate and association meeting planners\nHospitality\, hotel sales\, and supplier professionals\nProfessionals exploring career transitions\nAnyone interested in networking\, career development\, and industry growth\n\nREGISTER TODAY! \nMeet Our Panelists\n \nMorgan Prewitt\nOwner/Founder\, MPACT Events\nCorporate Planner \nRockkeeya “Rocky” Brooks\, EMBA\nSenior Meeting Planner\, American College of Surgeons\nNextGen Co-Chair\, PCMA Midwest Chapter\nAssociation Planner \nMatt Radenbaugh\nAssistant Director of Group Sales\, Fairmont Chicago\nSupplier Perspective \nMeet Our Moderator \nCharlie Wasson\, CMP\nMeeting Coordinator\, American Institute of Steel Construction\nCharlie will moderate the discussion\, explore the panelists’ unique career journeys\, and facilitate an interactive audience Q&A designed to connect emerging professionals with experienced industry leaders. \nYour Career. Your Journey. Your Next Opportunity.\nEvery successful industry professional started somewhere. Discover the people\, partnerships\, and possibilities that shape the meetings and events industry\, and gain inspiration to take the next step in your career.\nWednesday\, November 18\, 2026 | 3:00 PM CT | Virtual Webinar\nRegister today and invest in your professional future!
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LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:Bowl Bash 2026
DESCRIPTION:Registration Now Open!\nBowl Bash 2026\nNovember 19\, 2026 | 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Kings Entertainment\n1500 N Clybourn Ave | Chicago\, IL 60610\n  \nAre you a planner interested in being hosted for this event? Note your interest to join a team or be a Spectator at this link. Please note that applying to be hosted does not constitute event registration. If selected\, a sponsoring supplier will contact you directly to confirm and complete your registration. \nJoin us for a fun-filled evening of bowling\, networking\, and supporting GMC PCMA! Connect with industry colleagues in a relaxed and lively setting while enjoying some friendly competition on the lanes. Throughout the evening\, guests can also take part in our silent auction and wine pull\, with plenty of exciting items and bottles up for grabs. Whether you’re bowling\, cheering on your team\, or making new connections\, it’s the perfect opportunity to mix\, mingle\, and enjoy a memorable night together! \nPRICING \nVIP Lane Experience Sponsor: $6\,000\n*LIMITED: Must email events.gmcpcma@gmail.com if interested. \nIncludes: \n\n(3) comp Spectator registrations\n(2) min podium time\n(2) VIP lanes for entire evening with 6 comp bowler registrations per lane (total of 12 bowlers!)\nPrivate area\nPost-event registration list\nLogo on signage\, website\, and social media posts regarding event\n\nBowling Lane (Team of 6 Bowlers): $800\nIncludes: \n\n(6) comp bowler registrations\n(1) 75-minute time slot (ONLY 6:30-7:45pm slot available)\nOpportunity to provide branded items at lane\nLogo on signage\, website\, and social media posts regarding event\n\nSpectator – Planner: $85\nSpectator – Supplier: $115\nSpectator Tickets Include: \n\n2 drink tickets\nFood\nArcade free play card\n\nNEW! Supplier + Planner Package Options:\nPackage 1: (1) Supplier + (3) Planners: $300 ($340 value!)*\nPackage 2: (1) Supplier + (5) Planners: $450 ($540 value!)* \n*NOTE: These packages do NOT provide access to bowl. If you are a supplier that would like to have a lane\, choose the “Bowling Lane” ticket. \n\nSilent Auction & Wine Pull Donations Requested! \nProceeds from these activities directly support GMC PCMA’s mission to strengthen and build our community\, funding valuable educational programming\, networking opportunities\, and initiatives that connect and empower our members. We are seeking donations of wine\, spirits\, and champagne\, as well as silent auction items to help raise funds at this year’s event. Whether it’s a favorite bottle of wine\, a gift card\, unique experience\, event tickets\, or specialty item\, your generosity will help ensure the Bowl Bash is a success and our community continues to thrive. \nHow you can contribute: \nSilent Auction Donations:\nContribute items such as experiences\, services\, tickets\, or gift cards. Please note: all items should be digital. If donating a physical item or basket\, please plan to arrange shipping after the event. Complete this form to let us know what you will be donating. \nWine Pull Donations:\nProvide a bottle (or more!) of wine\, spirits\, or champagne to be featured in our popular wine pull. Complete this form to let us know you will be donating. If you would like to provide a monetary donation toward purchasing wine\, there is a place in the form for that. \n\nLimited Sponsorships Still Available! Click 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\nEvent Policies \n\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\nThank you to our Sponsors! \nBar Sponsors: \n \n \n\nLane Sponsors:\n \n  \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nRoaming Photo Ring Sponsor:\n \n\nPhoto Sponsor:\n \n\nSignage Sponsor:\n \n\nCommercial Sponsors:
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:Registration Now Open!\nThe TAP – Hyatt Regency McCormick Place | 2233 S Martin Luther King Dr\, Chicago\, IL 60616 \nABOUT THE EVENT \nThe 2026 PCMA Greater Midwest Chapter (GMC) Holiday Mixer brings planners and suppliers in the Midwest together to network\, socialize\, and celebrate the holiday season. This signature event combines a jovial\, celebratory atmosphere with meaningful relationship-building in an inclusive environment for all. \nPLANNER REGISTRATION IS COVERED! \nPlanners can register for free using the code “ThanksTampa26” courtesy of our friends at Visit Tampa! \n \n  \n\nEvent Policies \n\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\nSPONSORSHIP \nLimited sponsorship opportunities remaining! Click here for available sponsorship options. Already 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 \nHost Venue and Culinary Experience Sponsor\n \nPlanner Registration Sponsor\n \nBar 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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