MPI-CAC 2026 Industry Xchange April 7, 2026 2:30 PM - 7:30 PM Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL Join your fellow Chicago meetings and events industry professionals to celebrate Global Meetings Industry Day at IX 2026! Swing by and say hello! GMC PCMA will be in attendance at a booth—stop by, and
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. REGISTER TODAY! Speaker: Beth Surmont, FASAE, CMP - Fellow Beth Surmont is an event strategist who works with
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. REGISTER TODAY!
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. REGISTER
Registration is now closed. On-site registration is available! GMC Pickleball Classic Thursday, July 30, 2026 SPF | 2121 N. Clybourn Ave. | Chicago, IL 60614 About the Event Join 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
PCMA Collective: Milwaukee August 3, 2026 | 5-7 pm | Courtyard Milwaukee Brookfield at Poplar Creek 20300 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI 53045 Please 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
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. REGISTER TODAY! Speaker: Beth
Registration for This Event is Currently Closed C.A.R.E. Education Event | September 15, 2026 Obama Presidential Center, Forum Building 6001 South Stony Island Avenue, Chicago, IL 3:00 PM - 7:30 PM Program Agenda: 3:00 - 3:30 PM: Registration & Vendor Networking 3:30 - 5:15 PM: Educational Sessions & Keynote 5:30 - 7:30 PM: Self-Guided Museum
Registration Opening October 5th! Bowl Bash 2026 November 19, 2026 | 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Kings Entertainment 1500 N Clybourn Ave | Chicago, IL 60610 Join 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,
Save The Date! Registration Opens October 5! The TAP - Hyatt Regency McCormick Place | 2233 S Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago, IL 60616 ABOUT THE EVENT The 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