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SUMMARY:Cracking the Instagram Algorithm: Maximize Your Event Reach
DESCRIPTION:As Instagram continues to evolve\, reaching your target audience can feel like hitting a moving target. In this session\, Freeman Social Media Manager Hayden Ferrari will unveil the latest insights into the ever-changing Instagram algorithm and share actionable strategies to amplify your event’s visibility. Whether your team is large or small\, discover practical tips to boost engagement\, attract attendees\, and make your event impossible to miss. Walk away with tools that turn Instagram from a challenge into your most powerful marketing ally. \n  \nSpeaker \nHayden Ferrari\, Social Media Manager\, Freeman
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/cracking-the-instagram/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T130000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20260306T161907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T181755Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the BEO: Plot Twists & Pivot Points
DESCRIPTION:Behind the BEO: Plot Twists & Pivot Points \nNo matter how perfectly you plan\, the event world always throws a curveball. A last minute venue change. A speaker cancellation. A client request that makes you say … what the … \nIn this fast-paced\, interactive hot-seat session\, we’re digging behind the BEO and into the real stories behind the scenes. Bring your toughest challenges\, trickiest client moments\, and “how would you handle this?” scenarios. Our panel of seasoned event pros will tackle them live—sharing candid advice\, creative pivots\, and hard-earned lessons from the field. \nYou can submit your question in advance during registration or throw it into the mix during the session. Nothing is off limits. \nExpect real talk\, practical solutions\, and plenty of “been there” moments with peers who truly get it. Come for the plot twists. Leave with your next pivot! \nSee you on Thursday 03/26 at 12:00pm CT! Join here
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/behind-the-beo/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T120000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
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SUMMARY:AI Empowering Planners Workshop
DESCRIPTION:ANNOUNCEMENT: EXPERIENCE A TASTE OF TORONTO at this event! Thanks to a generous sponsorship from Destination Toronto planners are now free and every attendee gets to experience the cuisine of a destination where 100s of cultures come together crafting bold spirit and even bolder flavor! \nAI Empowering Planners Workshop  \nAI is everything plann \ners have been begging for: more time and resources. AI can cut event planning time in half and enhance engagement for attendees while also adding insights and assistance in-between these phases. See an overview of a variety of very different AI applications and how they can be leveraged for your event goals. In addition to exposure to cutting-edge tech\, be an active participant in this hands-on experience centered around the new core competency for professionals\, prompt engineering. \nParticipants will: \n\nDiscover relevant AI-tech for meeting and event applications\nUnderstand prompt engineering frameworks\nDetermine what work is for AI and what is for humans\n\nAgenda \n\n  9:30 am – 10:00 am: Arrivals andregistration\n10:00 am – 10:30 am: Networking Light Brunch\n10:30 am – 11:45 am: Program\n11:45 am – 12:00 pm: Wrap up\n\nAbout our speaker \nStrategy Consultant\, Nick Borelli\, leverages his background in experience design\, event tech\, and digital marketing to help event professionals reach their full potential. ​ \nHis background includes decades of contributions to live and digital communication helping to facilitate his mission: bringing the world together through intentionally designed experiences. To further this mission\, he has presented on a wide range of topics internationally\, volunteered with numerous industry associations and contributed to dozens of publications. He has also served \n as a board member for a decade with the meetings and events industry non-profit\, The SEARCH Foundation. ​​ \nNick has been named a Changemaker by MeetingsNet\, awarded International Volunteer of the Year by International Live Events Association\, and has won numerous marketing awards. He has served as an advisor and ambassador for associations\, conferences\, technology companies and ​many ev \nent suppliers. ​ \nCost \n\nFree  Students\nFree Planners\n$50 – Supplier members\n$60 – Supplier non-members
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/strong-teams-stronger-cultures-best-in-class-event-2/
LOCATION:The Annex at Le Meridien Fort Worth\, 811 Commerce St\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T133000
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SUMMARY:Strong Teams\, Stronger Cultures (Best in Class Event)
DESCRIPTION:Join the PCMA Gulf States Chapter as we welcome Sherron Washington as our Best-in-Class speaker 2024! \nIn this session\, participants will learn how to amplify team dynamics\, by learning how to leverage influence and effectively align goals that encourage collaboration. The agenda encompasses an exploration of real-world examples\, practical techniques and engaging activities to craft tailored action plans for successful teambuilding. Join me for an immersive experience that promises to empower leaders to elevate team cohesion and fortify a culture of success. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify and understand how leverage influence to fortify team cohesion\nExplore how to fuse individual and team goals to align with organizational objectives\nCollaboratively develop action plans to elevate team cohesion in alignment with organizational goals\n\nAgenda \n\n11:30 am – 12:00 pm: Arrivals and networking lunch\n12:00 pm – 12:45 pm: Session\n12:45 pm – 1:00 pm: Wrap-up\n\nAbout our speaker \nSherron Washington\, M.A. is a marketing and communication (marcom) professor\, speaker and author who has imparted her wisdom and expertise for over two decades.  She is the founder and CEO of The P3 Solution\, a full-service marketing and communications (marcomm) firm located in the Washington\, DC Area\, that specializes in providing simplistic marcomm consulting and training. \nSherron has an extraordinary ability to create and cultivate environments that harness authentic interactions to generate synergy that flourishes into great vibes with captivating results. She uses a combination of her marcomm business acumen and expressive personality to create a distinctive and lasting presence that encourages and influences others to be more interactive.  She understands the importance of remaining true in your communication efforts to facilitate interest and engagement that amplify results. \nCost \n\n$10 – Students\n$20 – Planner members/non-members\n$30 – Supplier members/non-members
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/strong-teams-stronger-cultures-best-in-class-event/
LOCATION:Freeman HQ\, 14221 Dallas Pkwy Suite 200\,\, Dallas\, TX\, 75254\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T173000
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SUMMARY:Expect the Unexpected
DESCRIPTION:Fort Worth is the 12th-largest city in the United States\, known for Texas hospitality and a dozen remarkable districts full of culture and fun. Join your PCMA GSC colleagues in the Heart of Fort Worth’s Cultural District for an afternoon of thought leadership\, networking and an amazing Fort Worth Showcase! \nWear your cowboy/cowgirl attire for a chance to win some great prizes! \n\n1:00 – 2:00 pm: Welcome reception & light bites\n\nentertainment provided by Cash Byers\nfashion caricatures provided by Kate Stacy Illustration\n\n\n2:00 pm – 2:20 pm: What’s New & Next in Hotel Contracts\, Eric Hutchins\, CMP\, CTA\, Associate Vice President\, Lamont Associates\n2:20 pm – 3:05 pm: Thought Leadership roundtables/breakout discussions\n\nNavigating Hotel Contracts:   Eric Hutchins\, table moderator\nSurprise and Delight on a Budget:  Leah Stefanini\, table moderator\nFavorite Tech Tools and Gadgets:  Angelica Montanez\, table moderator\n\n\n3:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Cocktail reception and mini-tours hosted by the Crescent\n4:00 pm – 4:30 pm: Mosey over to The Bowie House (3-minute drive\, 10-minute walk)\n4:30 pm – 5:15 pm: Cocktails in Cowtown continue – Bubbly\, desserts and mini-tours hosted by the Bowie House\n\nNote: 15-minute mini-tours of The Crescent and Bowie House will be held during the receptions so you can spend 15-minutes touring the property with colleagues & bubbly. \nAttire: Business casual. Denim-friendly. Boots a plus! \nCost: $10 planners / $20 suppliers \n  \n \n 
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/expect-the-unexpected/
LOCATION:The Crescent Fort Worth\, 3300 Camp Bowie Blvd\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T080000
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SUMMARY:Education Day: MPI D/FW and PCMA GSC
DESCRIPTION:PCMA Gulf States Chapter is excited to announce that we’re partnering with MPI D/FW to bring you the second annual Education Day on Wednesday\, March 20\, 2024 \nEducation Day is a one-day experience consisting of keynote speakers\, multiple breakout sessions\, a keynote luncheon\, and a tradeshow. Educational sessions cover various industry topics relevant to the meeting planning industry. \nAnticipated attendees: 125-175 across MPI D/FW & PCMA Gulf States \n \n\n\nAgenda at a Glance\n\n\n\n7:15 am – 8:15 am: Lite Breakfast Bites & Networking Hub \n8:30 am – 9:30 am: Opening General Session: Generational Communication (Dr. Angela Patterson) \n9:40 am – 10:25 am: Attendee’s Choice of Breakout \n\nBreakout 1: Making the Most of Your AV Budget (Tim Altbaum\, CMP\, CMM – CEO at Vario)\nBreakout 2: AI Workshop (Bruce MacMillan\, COO at PCMA)\nBreakout 3: Content Marketing (Dana Freker Doody)\n\n10:25 am – 11:00 am: AM Break / Networking Hub \n11:00 am – 11:45 am: Attendee’s Choice of Breakout \n\nBreakout 1: Making the Most of Your AV Budget & Leveraging the Power of Partnership with your AV Provider (Tim Altbaum\, CMP\, CMM – CEO at Vario)\nBreakout 2: Culture Fit: Creating a DEI Action Plan (Juna Jones-Moore\, MPA\, CDP\, Owner at Intentional Talent Solutions)\nBreakout 3: Tell me what you want\, what you really really want! The give and take of supplier/planner partnerships (Kristi Walker\, CMP\, MBA\, Sr. Director Enterprise Sales at ALHI)\n\n11:45 am – 12:45 pm: Keynote Luncheon – The RevPAR reckoning: understanding where your program fits in \n12:45 pm – 1:15 pm: Desserts in Networking Hub \n1:30 pm – 2:15 pm: Attendee’s Choice of Breakout \n\nBreakout 1: Sign Here – WAIT NOT YET! (Eric Hutchins\, CMP\, CTA\, Associate Vice President at LamontCo)\nBreakout 2: Data Talks (Louis Layton\, Vice President\, Digital Products at Freeman)\nBreakout 3: Sips & Ships: Open Discussion on Supplier Sponsorship ROI (Supplier Only Session)\n\n2:15 pm – 3:00 pm: PM Break & Tradeshow \n3:00 pm – 3:45 pm: Attendee’s Choice of Breakout \n\nBreakout 1: Sign Here – WAIT NOT YET! (Eric Hutchins\, CMP\, CTA\, Associate Vice President at LamontCo)\nBreakout 2: Data Talks (Louis Layton\, Vice President\, Digital Products at Freeman)\nBreakout 3: Not your average F&B: A behind the scenes experience (OMNI Frisco’s director of catering and chef)\n\n4:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Closing General Session (Dorsey Standish\, CEO at Mastermind Meditate) \n5:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Happy Hour on Omni Rooftop \n\nSponsorship/Exhibiting\n\nWould you like the opportunity to showcase your city\, products or services to planners across MPI and PCMA? This is an incredible chance to just that – in just one day!\nFor more information on exhibiting and sponsorships\, visit the Education Day sponsorship site.
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/education-day-mpi-dfw-and-pcma-gulf-states/
LOCATION:Omni Frisco at The Star\, 11 Cowboys Way\, Frisco\, TX\, 75034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T110000
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SUMMARY:Fire Up Your Meetings with Spark AI
DESCRIPTION:Project SPARK is a free education and development initiative to shed light on the evolving place of AI in the business events industry. \nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to access and utilize a new and exciting business events AI tool in-development aimed at immediately helping you jump-start routine event planning tasks\, complementing your skills and expertise\, not replacing them. \nProject SPARK is your starting point to explore\, together\, the challenge of adopting new AI technology that could enhance the power of the human connections you create. \nJoin us and PCMA staff to learn and embrace the challenge of AI and ignite a path beyond the boundaries of what is possible in the business events industry. \nSpeaker: \n\nMeredith Sorkin\nManager\, Chapter Engagement – Professional Convention Management Association \n 
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/fire-up-your-meetings-with-spark-ai/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240111
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20231030T191100Z
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SUMMARY:PCMA Convening Leaders 2024
DESCRIPTION:At Convening Leaders 2024\, you will be challenged to Think Bigger about the boundless potential of your career and the future of the business events industry.​ \nLet’s boldly explore the possibilities of a new year inspired by San Diego’s entrepreneurial spirit\, cultural diversity\, innovative research\, and wellness benefits.​ \nCLICK HERE to Learn More and Register
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/pcma-convening-leaders-2024/
LOCATION:San Diego Convention Center\, 111 W Harbor Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T130000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20230801T210702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T174433Z
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SUMMARY:Building Communities that Foster Thriving\, Year-Round Engagement (Hybrid Event)
DESCRIPTION:Engagement isn’t a means to an end at your event or experience. Rather\, it’s turned into a year-round mission that’s key to retaining\, growing\, strengthening your communities. But first\, you must build these active and collaborative groups to foster communities that advance your engagement strategy. Join your industry peers for lunch at the Encore headquarters in Grapevine as we learn from our Best-in-Class speaker\, Will Curran. In this session you will learn how to: \n\nDiscover year-round engagement frameworks and strategies that involve your community long before and after a single event or experience.\nUnderstand the keys to fostering and strengthening communities that are thriving with brand loyalists.\nDevelop strategies and outcomes that enable you to tie community outreach and engagement to event and bottom-line business goals.\n\nREGISTER NOW \nBusiness Event Organizers: FREE! \nIn-Person Supplier Members: $50.00\nIn-Person Supplier Non-Members: $65.00 \nVirtual Members: Complimentary\nVirtual Non-Members: $10.00 \n  \nPresented by: \n   Will Curran\, Founder & Chief Event Einstein. Endless Events \nAs the founder of Endless Events\, creator of the #EventProfs Community\, and host of the event industry podcasts #EventIcons\, Event Brew\, and Event Tech Podcast\, Will Curran has been named one of the most influential people in the meeting & events industry\, one of the 40 under 40 event industry leaders\, 35 entrepreneurs under the age of 35\, and the highest customer satisfaction of any event company in the industry.  Will has been producing in-person\, virtual\, and hybrid events since high school when he started his first company and has worked in the management of large events for clients such as Amazon\, Anheuser-Busch\, Warner Brothers\, Louis Vuitton\, and Uber.  His team’s mission is to simplify the event planning process by creating the equation for an event’s perfect solution.  From event management to business development to the latest technologies\, Will has a diverse background in growing events and companies to the next level. \nEIC Domain G: Meeting and Event Design
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/building-communities-that-foster-thriving-year-round-engagement-2/
LOCATION:Encore HQ\, 415 North Freeport Parkway\, Coppell\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230830T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230830T130000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20230801T212736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T171627Z
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SUMMARY:Work/Life Balance & The Power of Self-Care
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a transformative session on work/life balance and self-care\, specifically designed for women who are determined to thrive in both their personal and professional lives.  Discover effective strategies to strike a harmonious equilibrium\, ensuring optimal productivity\, personal fulfillment\, and overall well-being. \nIn today’s fast-paced world\, women often find themselves juggling multiple responsibilities\, leaving little time for self-care.  This session will delve into the challenges faced by women in achieving work/life balance and provide practical solutions to overcome them. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from accomplished professionals who have successfully navigated the complexities of work/life balance.  Their expertise and practical advice will equip you with the tools to create a fulfilling and sustainable lifestyle. \nREGISTER NOW \nMembers: Complimentary\nNon-Members:  $10.00 \n  \nPanelists: \n \n  \nYvette Clark\, CMP\nDirector\, Meetings & Events\, The Council on Social Work Education \n  \n \n  \nMary Pat Cornett\, CAE\, CMP\nChief Strategy & Operations Officer\, American Society for Nutrition \n  \nModerator: \n \n  \nJudy Payne\, CMP\nVice President of Events\, Freeman \n  \n  \nEIC Domain E: Human Resources
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/work-life-balance-the-power-of-self-care/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230608T110000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
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SUMMARY:Contracting Confidently
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the complex landscape of meeting and conference contracts has never been more critical. We invite you to join us for our interactive virtual session\, “Contracting Confidently\,” designed to empower you with practical skills and knowledge to handle contracts with confidence. \nDoug Laher\, CMP\, CAE\, RRT\, FAARC\, will lead this interactive discussion and offer his expert insights and share his real-world experiences with contracting in the current business climate.  The pandemic has radically altered the meeting and conference landscape. Together\, we’ll explore these changes and what they mean for the current booking trends and how to adjust your strategies for optimal results. \nYou’ll walk away with actionable strategies and solutions that can be immediately implemented to navigate your contractual challenges more effectively. \n“Contracting Confidently” is an opportunity to connect\, learn\, and adapt to the evolving event industry. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting\, this session promises value and immediate impact for everyone. \nDon’t miss out on this great learning opportunity! Register today and make a confident step towards your next successful event! \nSpeakers: \n\nDoug Laher\, CMP\, CAE\, RRT\, FAARC\nChief Operating Officer\, American Association for Respiratory Care
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/https-na-eventscloud-com-753101/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230322T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230531T200000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20230213T213148Z
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SUMMARY:CMP Virtual Study Group - Spring 2023
DESCRIPTION:[vc_btn title=”Register Now >>” style=”classic” color=”default” align=”center” button_block=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2FCMPstudygroup.rsvpify.com||target:%20_blank|”]\n    Are you taking the CMP exam?\nOur online Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) study program and community is the perfect solution for anyone looking to achieve professional growth and recognition in the industry. \nJoining our study group is a great way to prepare for the exam\, stay accountable with a structured study and review plan\, as well as gain and give support to industry colleagues and celebrate success!  We’ve packed our program with everything you need to succeed: \n\nComprehensive study materials\nInteractive learning modules\nPractice Exams\nQuizzes\nA Private Community Forum\nOne-on-one support\nUnlimited access to recordings and materials\n\nWith all of these resources at your fingertips\, you’ll be able to enhance your knowledge and skills\, stand out in the job market\, expand your professional network\, and achieve your career goals. \nPlease note this is NOT the PCMA CMP Prep Course. \nThe 11-week course will be held each Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. CDT via Zoom Meetings. \nYou will need to purchase (or borrow) these EIC recommended textbooks (PCMA Store Link). \nEvents Industry Council Manual 9th Edition \nEvents Industry Council Glossary \nProfessional Meeting Management 6th Edition \nPMCA membership is not required to participate in the study group. If you have colleagues interested in or approved to take the exam\, feel free to share this opportunity with them. \nDon’t wait any longer\, sign up for our program today and take the first step towards earning your CMP! There’s no better time than now to invest in yourself and your career! \nRegister Here \n\nCost: $250\nWhen: Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m. CDT\nWhere: Zoom Meetings (Link to join included in registration confirmation)\nQuestions?: Contact PCMA Gulf States IPP\, Amanda Wells.
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/cmp-virtual-study-group-2023/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221102T133000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20221010T160055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T193618Z
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SUMMARY:Best in Class Education - "Building a Monetizing Strategy for Live & Virtual Events"
DESCRIPTION:[vc_btn title=”Register Now” color=”primary” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fna.eventscloud.com%2Fereg%2Fnewreg.php%3Feventid%3D720643%26|||”]\n    Now is the time to be creating a strong sponsorship strategy and an important aspect of that is maximizing revenue. As we return to a live event landscape\, incorporating some sort of virtual experience will be commonplace\, if not mandatory.  Join us for this educational session so you can set yourself\, and your organization\, up for success by learning best practices and innovative ideas on how to maximize your sponsorship dollars to deliver an amazing event\, whether it be live or virtual. \nThank you to our Sponsors:\n\n \nSpeaker: \nMeg Fasy\, Founder\, FazeFWD & eventsGIG \nMeg’s career spans several markets including hotel\, CVB\, industry associations\, event technology\, and strategic partnerships\, where she has been both a buyer and seller. She has worked for (or with) some of the biggest brands you know. \nMeg is well known for motivating sales and marketing teams\, driving strategy and connecting people. Six years ago\, she started FazeFWD\, a sponsorship management company\, because she saw the need to elevate the conversations between organizers and brand partners for the mutual goal of increasing attendee engagement. More recently\, Meg started eventsGIG\, an online talent marketplace for the event industry for freelancers and organizations to connect. \nMeg is an energetic speaker who has been a featured expert in most of the major meeting and event industry publications\, including MPI’s The Meeting Professional and PCMA’s Convene
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/best-in-class-education-building-a-monetizing-strategy-for-live-virtual-events/
LOCATION:GRIT Productions\, 1100 E Dallas Road\, Grapevine\, TX
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220609
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20220120T181433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220120T181433Z
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SUMMARY:PCMA EduCon
DESCRIPTION:PCMA EduCon 2022 will be hosted at the Hyatt Regency in New Orleans on June 5–8\, 2022\, and streaming LIVE from wherever you call home. \nComplete with top-notch programming\, non-stop entertainment\, and impeccable cuisine\, EduCon 2022 is this summer’s ultimate get-together for learning and fun. Connect with colleagues over beignets\, create new partnerships to propel your business\, and rejuvenate your senses when you embark on the 2022 EduCon experience.
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/pcma-educon/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency New Orleans\, 601 Loyola Ave\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220113
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20170814T130959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T150102Z
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SUMMARY:PCMA Convening Leaders
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE to visit the PCMA Convening Leaders event website. \n \nRegistration for is now open for Convening Leaders – PCMA’s flagship education and networking event hosted in Las Vegas\, NV. At Convening Leaders 2022 you can be part of an incredible opportunity: helping brands\, communities and organizations connect people with purpose to ideas and opportunities after two years of being apart. \nYou will be immersed in a redesigned next level experience. One for all generations and nations that combines inclusive community engagement opportunities\, iconic education and entertainment and a reimagined business campus. \nConnecting people with purpose is what we do better than anyone else. Your audiences need you more than ever and CL22 will help you bring their renewed purpose back to life. CL22 is our time and we are ready because we are more than an industry. We are a movement. \nInformation regarding Gulf State’s Chapter Reception at CL22 is coming soon. \nBecause your health and safety matters to our communities\, audiences and families. PCMA will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination for all participants attending Convening Leaders 2022 at Caesars Forum. We will also be providing a digital option for those unable to be vaccinated or who cannot travel to Las Vegas. Further details will be provided in the coming months in accordance with CDC and local guidelines.
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/2022-convening-leaders/
LOCATION:Caesars Forum\, 3911 Koval Ln\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191114T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191114T133000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20190412T155605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191113T180520Z
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SUMMARY:Applying Lessons from Neuroscience to Enrich Event Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Building on neuroscience principles for storytelling\, Sourabh Kothari offers a deep dive on experiential\ndesign for events. With a few strategic changes\, event organizers can change attendee behaviors\, content\nretention\, and drive attendees to action long after an event. This interactive session will use real-life\nexamples backed by cognitive science to create impactful\, memorable experiences that move audiences\nto action and build lasting relationships at events. \nLearner Outcomes:\n● Use the neuroscience behind narrative to create irresistible stories for your event\n● Balance emotions with information to drive attendee engagement and build stronger relationships\n● Evolve your agenda and session design to maximize personal interaction and impact \n  \nSourabh Kothari is an entrepreneur\, storyteller\, and executive producer of Emmy-nominated programs.\nFor over 20 years\, he has managed teams that drive digital and live experiences combining audience targeting\, visual storytelling\, content\nmarketing\, and digital engagement for audiences across six continents. His teams have won numerous industry awards\, produced hundreds of episodic video programs and more than 3\,000 webcasts and webinars driving significant pipeline and over one million views on YouTube. He is committed to helping individuals and organizations\ncommunicate\, collaborate\, and build relationships\, and to bring people together by helping them understand themselves. \n  \nPre-registration for this event has closed. Limited onsite registration may be available. \n  \nInformation is tentative and subject to change.  \nThank you to our sponsors \n \n  \nCMP RECERTIFICATION CREDIT \nThe PCMA Gulf States Chapter has been designated a CMP Preferred Provider of quality education eligible for CMP recertification credit.This program has been submitted to the Convention Industry Council for CMP Preferred Provider review. The use of the CMP Preferred Provider Pre-Check logo is not an endorsement by the Convention Industry Council of the quality of the session. This logo means that this session has met the criteria to be pre-approved for CMP certification credit.
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/november-education/
LOCATION:Live! By Loews\, 1600 E Randol Mill Rd\, Arlington\, TX\, 76011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191009T130000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20190412T155126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191113T180548Z
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SUMMARY:October Webinar - Cultural Awareness for Event Profs
DESCRIPTION:Watch this webinar OnDemand for FREE!\n  \nCultural Awareness for Event Profs: Tips on Avoiding Intercultural Blunders \nWho doesn’t love a great themed party? But did you know that serving hand-rolled sushi at a Chinese New Year theme party is considered an unconscious intercultural blunder? On Wednesday\, Oct. 9th\, Cindy Y. Lo\, DMCP\, CEO & Chief Event Strategist of Red Velvet Events\, discussed what it means in our hospitality industry to be culturally aware when planning events for a diverse audience. \nTAKEAWAYS \n\nIdentifying what cultural awareness means\nReviewing examples of positive cultural appropriation\nDetermining how cultural awareness would fit in your day-to-day life both personally & professionally\n\n  \n \nWhen Cindy Lo\, DMCP started Red Velvet Events (RVE) 17 years ago\, she did so with the mission to Outplan\, Outplay and Outparty! Red Velvet Events is a boutique creative events agency helping global brands ideate\, design and execute their experiential events since 2002. Cindy is a recent author of Behind the Red Velvet Curtain. Connect with RVE on all the major social media channels (@RedVelvetEvents) to see behind the scenes of what event life is like at Red Velvet Events. Cindy calls Austin\, Texas home with her husband of 14 years and their 2 children. \n  Purchase Cindy’s book here!  \n  \nCMP RECERTIFICATION CREDIT \nThe PCMA Gulf States Chapter has been designated a CMP Preferred Provider of quality education eligible for CMP recertification credit. This program has been submitted to the Convention Industry Council for CMP Preferred Provider review. The use of the CMP Preferred Provider Pre-Check logo is not an endorsement by the Convention Industry Council of the quality of the session. This logo means that this session has met the criteria to be pre-approved for CMP certification credit. \n  \n  \n  \nThank you to our webinar sponsor
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/october-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190320T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190320T130000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20190220T020019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190314T181927Z
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SUMMARY:March 20: The Impact of Design Thinking on Events and Conventions
DESCRIPTION:Keeping Humans at the Heart: The Impact of Design Thinking on Events and Conventions\nSPEAKERS: Dana Freker Doody\, VP Communications & PR and Pia Saxena\, Design Lead\, The Expo Group \nDesign thinking can and should elevate every aspect of events and conventions.  With it\, planners can deepen connection and drive engagement. By tuning into the needs of human beings\, design thinkers are able to craft compelling experiences across multiple days or for one-time events. In this interactive lunch & learn session\, you will: \n\nDiscover the principles of design thinking\nHow to apply them during the planning process\nWhat questions to be asking yourself and your vendor partners about increasing engagement\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\nMember Business Event Professionals\nFree\n\n\nNon-Member Business Event Professionals\nNon-member Business Event Professionals may select one complimentary registration in 2019 calendar year; all others are $25. Restrictions apply.\nFree or $25 \n \n\n\nMember Supplier Event Professionals \nNon-Member Supplier Event Professionals\n$40 before 3/13 \n$50 before 3/13\n\n\n\nREGISTER\n  \nSponsored by \n \nAudio-Visual Sponsor \n \nVenue host \n \n\nABOUT THE SPEAKERS \nDana Freker Doody is Vice President\, Communications and Public Relations for The Expo Group\, committed to Helping People Perform at a Higher Level. She oversees internal and external communications programs\, creating content\, innovating experiences and building community. She is the co-host of The Exposure Podcast. Dana is a founder of #ExpoChat and the board of the Association for Women in Events. She serves the industry by presenting new ideas at meetings and conferences and by volunteering for the Professional Convention Management Association. Dana has worked at The Expo Group for 18 years and has previous experience at Disneyland and The Dallas Morning News. She earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in History and Journalism from Southern Methodist University. \n  \nPia Saxena is a Design Lead for The Expo Group.  She brings close to 20 years of creative experience in art direction\, exhibits\, experiential design\, branding and leadership.  She is passionate about putting years of strategic\, client-focused and consumer-centric experience to work to bring your brand to life.  She earned two Bachelor of Arts degrees in Communication – Journalism and English Literature. \n  \n\n \nCMP RECERTIFICATION CREDIT \nThe PCMA Gulf States Chapter has been designated a CMP Preferred Provider of quality education eligible for CMP recertification credit. This program has been submitted to the Convention Industry Council for CMP Preferred Provider review. \nThe use of the CMP Preferred Provider Pre-Check logo is not an endorsement by the Convention Industry Council of the quality of the session. This logo means that this session has met the criteria to be pre-approved for CMP certification credit.
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/march2019-design-thinking/
LOCATION:City Cafe\, 5757 W Lovers Ln\, Dallas\, TX\, 75209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190331
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20190304T171812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190304T172149Z
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SUMMARY:Watch On-Demand: New Ways to Generate Revenue for Your Meetings
DESCRIPTION:This webinar was originally presented live on February 20\, 2019 \nFree On-Demand – Watch Now\nOVERVIEW \nNew revenue streams are a welcome addition to most meetings. With budgets constantly challenging us to do more with less\, it’s important to consider untapped resources for new cash flow. Whether it’s new ways to rethink your tired sponsorship program\, or fresh ideas to bring in completely new sources of revenue\, you can’t miss this chapter meeting! Join Shawna Suckow\, CMP\, a 25-year meeting planning veteran and sponsorship expert\, as she shares a process that enables you to see your event with new eyes. You’ll discover assets you never thought of leveraging before\, in new ways. You’ll find new sources of revenue (from your speakers and even your attendees!). You’ll learn skills to craft a winning sponsorship prospectus that is effective\, comprehensive\, and priced competitively. Best of all\, you’ll walk away with a new way to approach the whole revenue-generating process. \nTAKEAWAYS  \n\nDiscover Shawna’s secret 5-step process to help you create a long list of sellable assets\nLearn how to rethink revenue generation to make the whole process more comfortable and less “salesy”\nFind new ways to uncover revenue opportunities from speakers\, sponsors\, and attendees\n\nFree On-Demand – Watch Now\nABOUT THE SPEAKER \nShawna Suckow\, CMP\nThe Buyer Insider and Founder of SPIN-The Senior Planners Industry Network \nShawna was a planner for more than 20 years. In 2008\, she founded SPIN: Senior Planners Industry Network\, which now has more than 2\,500 members across North America. She transitioned to full-time professional speaker in 2012\, speaking to audiences of salespeople\, marketers and retailers who are frustrated with the shifting marketplace and the influences of technology. She still loves the meetings industry\, and speaks to meeting professionals whenever she can. Three memorable things about Shawna: she played in the World Series of Poker Main Event in 2015. She is so good at parallel parking\, she should get a trophy. Due to a freak badminton injury\, she now wears one contact lens. When she’s not on the road: she’s back in Minnesota fighting off snow or gigantic mosquitoes (a.k.a. the two seasons). She lives with her husband (a weekend Elvis Impersonator)\, two teenagers\, and her goofy golden retriever named Henry Jones\, Jr. \nThank you to our webinar sponsor \n \n\nCMP RECERTIFICATION CREDIT \nThe PCMA Gulf States Chapter has been designated a CMP Preferred Provider of quality education eligible for CMP recertification credit. This program has been submitted to the Convention Industry Council for CMP Preferred Provider review. The use of the CMP Preferred Provider Pre-Check logo is not an endorsement by the Convention Industry Council of the quality of the session. This logo means that this session has met the criteria to be pre-approved for CMP certification credit.
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/on-demand-webinar-new-ways-to-generate-revenue-for-your-meetings/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190220T130000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20190121T184059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190129T151645Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: New Ways to Generate Revenue for Your Meetings
DESCRIPTION:OVERVIEW \nNew revenue streams are a welcome addition to most meetings. With budgets constantly challenging us to do more with less\, it’s important to consider untapped resources for new cash flow. Whether it’s new ways to rethink your tired sponsorship program\, or fresh ideas to bring in completely new sources of revenue\, you can’t miss this chapter meeting! Join Shawna Suckow\, CMP\, a 25-year meeting planning veteran and sponsorship expert\, as she shares a process that enables you to see your event with new eyes. You’ll discover assets you never thought of leveraging before\, in new ways. You’ll find new sources of revenue (from your speakers and even your attendees!). You’ll learn skills to craft a winning sponsorship prospectus that is effective\, comprehensive\, and priced competitively. Best of all\, you’ll walk away with a new way to approach the whole revenue-generating process. \nTAKEAWAYS  \n\nDiscover Shawna’s secret 5-step process to help you create a long list of sellable assets\nLearn how to rethink revenue generation to make the whole process more comfortable and less “salesy”\nFind new ways to uncover revenue opportunities from speakers\, sponsors\, and attendees\n\nREGISTRATION\nFree \nRegister\n  \nABOUT THE SPEAKER \nShawna Suckow\, CMP\nThe Buyer Insider and Founder of SPIN-The Senior Planners Industry Network \nShawna was a planner for more than 20 years. In 2008\, she founded SPIN: Senior Planners Industry Network\, which now has more than 2\,500 members across North America. She transitioned to full-time professional speaker in 2012\, speaking to audiences of salespeople\, marketers and retailers who are frustrated with the shifting marketplace and the influences of technology. She still loves the meetings industry\, and speaks to meeting professionals whenever she can. Three memorable things about Shawna: she played in the World Series of Poker Main Event in 2015. She is so good at parallel parking\, she should get a trophy. Due to a freak badminton injury\, she now wears one contact lens. When she’s not on the road: she’s back in Minnesota fighting off snow or gigantic mosquitoes (a.k.a. the two seasons). She lives with her husband (a weekend Elvis Impersonator)\, two teenagers\, and her goofy golden retriever named Henry Jones\, Jr. \nThank you to our webinar sponsor \n \n\nCMP RECERTIFICATION CREDIT \nThe PCMA Gulf States Chapter has been designated a CMP Preferred Provider of quality education eligible for CMP recertification credit. This program has been submitted to the Convention Industry Council for CMP Preferred Provider review. The use of the CMP Preferred Provider Pre-Check logo is not an endorsement by the Convention Industry Council of the quality of the session. This logo means that this session has met the criteria to be pre-approved for CMP certification credit.
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/webinar-new-ways-to-generate-revenue-for-your-meetings/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T071500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T120000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20170906T194633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181031T193328Z
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SUMMARY:Risk Management Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Risk Management Symposium\nAre you responsible for assessing and managing risk for your meetings & events? Register today for this half-day educational program focused exclusively on risk management for meeting and event professionals. Hear from industry experts on a variety of topics including contracts & insurance\, emerging threats\, data security\, and employee behavior guidelines. Plus\, earn up to 3.25 hours of CMP/CMM recertification credit. \nBOGO FLASH PROMO!\nFrom Nov 1 to Nov 6\, buy one\, get one when you register early.\nSign up by Tues Nov 6 and bring a guest for free!\nJust use code BOGORISK when adding your guest. \nREGISTER NOW\nDetailed Session Descriptions & Speaker Bios \nAgenda (as of 10/15/2018 subject to change) \n\n\n\n7:15 AM\n8:00 AM\nRegistration\, Breakfast & Networking\n\n\n\n8:00 AM\n8:10 AM\nWelcome & Introductions\n\n\n\n8:10 AM \n \n8:55 AM \n \nDo Your Event Contracts & Insurance Account for Emerging Threats? \n \nLance J. Ewing ARM\, CRM\, ERMP\nPCMA Best In Class Speaker\nExecutive Vice President\, Global Risk Management\nCotton Holdings\, Inc.\n\n\n8:55 AM \n \n9:35 AM \n \nData Security Best Practices: Would Your Event Pass Military Muster? \n \nMSgt Ryan C. Cole\nEA Flight Chief\n344th Recruiting Squadron\nU.S. Air Force\n\n\n9:40 AM \n \n10:20 AM \n \nAdvancing Your Site: A Preventative and Pro-Active Checklist \n \nRich Emberlin\nCEO\n540 Solutions\, LLC\n\n\n10:20 AM\n10:35 AM\nBreak\n\n\n\n10:40 AM \n  \n \n11:20 AM \n  \n \nRisky Employee Behavior & Unintended Consequences \n  \n \nDustin Paschal\, JD\nPartner\nSimon | Paschal PLLCPaul Simon\, JD\nPartner\nSimon | Paschal PLLC\n\n\n11:20 AM\n11:50 AM\n“Stump the Experts” Panel Discussion\n\n\n\n11:50 AM\n12:00 PM\nClosing Announcements & Adjourn\n\n\n\n\n  \nRegistration \nMembers $59.00\nNonmembers $79.00\nRates increase Nov 7 \nREGISTER NOW\nThank you to our sponsors \n \n \nAudio-visual sponsored by \n \n  \n  \nCMP RECERTIFICATION CREDIT\nThe PCMA Gulf States Chapter has been designated a CMP Preferred Provider of quality education eligible for CMP recertification credit. This program has been submitted to the Convention Industry Council for CMP Preferred Provider review. The use of the CMP Preferred Provider Pre-Check logo is not an endorsement by the Convention Industry Council of the quality of the session. This logo means that this session has met the criteria to be pre-approved for CMP certification credit.
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/riskmgmt-nov2018/
LOCATION:Cooper Hotel\, Conference Center & Spa\, 12230 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181010T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181010T183000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20170906T194222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180814T165804Z
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SUMMARY:Oct Networking Meetup
DESCRIPTION:“Hit the links” with your #pcmaGS friends for a fun and casual networking meetup at the brand new Drive Zone at Brookhaven Country Club. Not a golfer? You are invited to enjoy a game of putt-putt\, corn hole and more in the outdoor lounge area. Or just kick back and relax on plush seating as you chat with friends around the beautiful fire pits. Be sure to invite your colleagues and clients! \nThanks to our generous host\, admission is complimentary but advance registration is required (limited capacity). See you there! \nComplimentary Registration \nThank you to our generous host\n \n 
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/networking-oct2018/
LOCATION:Drive Zone at Brookhaven Country Club\, 3333 Golfing Green Dr\, Farmers Branch\, TX\, 75234\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180912T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180912T133000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220631
CREATED:20170906T194559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180816T163038Z
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SUMMARY:Leveraging PR & Media Relations to Amplify Your Events
DESCRIPTION:As business event professionals\, all of us would like to take our PR strategy to the next level. And who better to help us do that than a media insider? Former Emmy Award-winning TV reporter Jeff Crilley will share the secrets to getting good news stories that even many seasoned PR pros don’t know. \nJeff believes in combining learning with laughter. His charismatic speaking style lends itself perfectly to this fun\, interactive\, information-packed talk. Takeaways include: \n-How to come up with stories the media will love\n-The best and worst times for news coverage\n-How to keep your press releases from getting thrown away\n-How to handle negative news\n-How to become the “expert” in your field the media will call for a quote\n-How to keep reporters coming back for more \nREGISTRATION\n$40 Members\n$50 Nonmembers\nBring a planner guest for free! Rates increase Sept 5. \nRegister now\nABOUT THE SPEAKER \n\nJeff Crilley retired from TV news after 25 years in the business to start Real News Public Relations\, a PR firm staffed exclusively with award winning journalists. During his news career\, Jeff made hundreds of national news appearances including CNN\, CNN Headline News\, FOX News\, The Discovery Channel\, Good Morning America and The CBS Early Show. \nHe has been recognized by his peers with dozens of national and regional awards including the Emmy\, the National Headliners Award\, the Edward R. Murrow Award\, the Thurgood Marshall Award and in 2004 was named by the Texas Associated Press\, “The Best TV Reporter in the state.” \nReal News Public Relations is the country’s first all-journalist PR firm\, staffed exclusively by experienced\, award-winning reporters\, editors\, and producers. Beyond seeking news coverage\, Real News PR also provides full service video production\, search engine optimization\, social media strategy and implementation\, web design\, podcasting\, as well as a professional speaker’s bureau. \n  \nCMP RECERTIFICATION CREDIT\nThe PCMA Gulf States Chapter has been designated a CMP Preferred Provider of quality education eligible for CMP recertification credit. This program has been submitted to the Convention Industry Council for CMP Preferred Provider review. The use of the CMP Preferred Provider Pre-Check logo is not an endorsement by the Convention Industry Council of the quality of the session. This logo means that this session has met the criteria to be pre-approved for CMP certification credit.
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/lunchlearn-sept2018/
LOCATION:Alamo Drafthouse Cinema\, 100 S Central Expy #14\, Richardson\, TX\, 75080
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:PCMA Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:Details coming soon
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/2018-pcma-education-conference-cleveland/
CATEGORIES:Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:Embracing Disruption: Lunch & Learn - Austin\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Embracing Disruption: The SXSW Approach to Housing & Transportation in the Sharing Economy\nSpeakers\nMary Wilson\, Director of Housing & Travel\, SXSW\nKristi Carter\, CEO\, SuperShuttle and ExecuCar of Austin \nDon’t miss this stellar line-up of panelists as they host a “fireside chat” discussion to explore how SXSW\, one of the most innovative events in the world\, has developed its housing and transportation strategy in the age of Uber and Airbnb. This is an interactive session and a unique opportunity to “peek under the hood” of a complex and evolving operation. \nJust a few of the questions to be explored: \n\nWhat is the SXSW “philosophy” when it comes to working homeshare platforms like Airbnb\, Homeaway\, Uber\, Lyft\, etc? Would you describe your approach as collaborative\, competitive\, or something else?\nWhen you realized these “industry disruptors” were not going to be a short-lived trend\, what was the biggest adjustment you had to make in your strategy?\nWhat are your customers telling you about the homeshare/rideshare providers and how do you respond?\nHow do you envision your future relationships with these providers?\nWhat has been the biggest lesson? The biggest success?\n\nRegistration\nMembers $40\nNonmembers $50\nRates increase on May 30
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/lunch-learn-june-2018/
LOCATION:Visit Austin\, 111 S. Congress Ave Ste 700\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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SUMMARY:Lunch\, Learn & Laugh - Dallas Comedy House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and interactive improv-based business skills workshop\nComedy at Work! Did you know the tenets of improv are useful tools in a professional environment? The concept of saying Yes! to ideas AND adding information to support those ideas helps organizations and individuals build a cohesive group mind dynamic they can carry with them throughout their professional and personal lives. In this session\, you will be introduced to the ways improv can impact your business performance and learn techniques to that will help increase your value to your organization and improve your working relationships. \nAt the end of this session\, participants will: \n• Recognize the power of “Yes\, and…” thinking and the benefits of staying positive in team collaboration\n• Understand how active listening can help you drive productivity and improve interactions with your colleagues and customers\n• Be familiar with techniques to enable you to be more adaptable and think on your feet \n  \nPCMA Gulf States Chapter is a CMP Preferred Provider. The program identified with the CMP Preferred Provider logo meets the requirements to receive 1.5 clock hours of continuing education (CE) credit for the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) credential. The use of the CMP Preferred Provider Pre-Check logo is not an endorsement by the Events Industry Council of the quality of the session. This logo means that this session has met the criteria to be pre-approved for CMP certification credit. \n  \nREGISTRATION\nMembers $40\nNon-members $50\nRates increase on April 4 \nPaid registrants can bring a planner for free! Select the “Bring A Planner” registration type for your guest.\n(Planner guests must hold a planner role within their organizations. Supplier guests are not eligible for this promotion) \n \n  \nAbout the Speaker & Facilitator \nAmanda Austin\, Owner/Founder\, Dallas Comedy House \nAmanda Austin is the Owner/Founder of Dallas Comedy House. She is an instructor for all five levels of the improv program and the department head for the comedy writing program. Amanda is the Executive Producer of the Dallas Comedy Festival (2010-2018). She has performed and/or taught at Chicago Improv Festival\, Improv Festival Oklahoma\, Hawaii Improv Festival\, San Francisco Improv Festival\, and Dallas Comedy Festival. She conducts corporate training workshops on a weekly basis for Dallas Comedy House and works as a humor consultant to various companies in the DFW area. \nAmanda was recently named as a delegate to the 2017-2018 class of Leadership Dallas with the Dallas Regional Chamber of Commerce. She was awarded one of Dallas Business Journal’s 20 Women In Business for 2016\, Dallas Observer’s 20 Most Interesting People of 2014 and one of the 100 Creatives of Dallas in 2014. Amanda is a board member of the Deep Ellum Community Association and serves on the Deep Ellum Arts Festival Committee. She holds a bachelor of Science in Journalism and Minor in Business from Texas A&M University. Amanda is represented by the Callidus Agency. \n  \n  \n  \nSponsored and hosted by\nDallas Comedy House
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/lunchlearnlaugh_april/
LOCATION:Dallas Comedy House\, 3025 Main Street\, Dallas\, 75226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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SUMMARY:Supercharge Your Attendee Engagement!
DESCRIPTION:Supercharge Your Attendee Engagement!\nAttendee engagement is more than just an app and a survey. You need to keep your attendees engaged before\, during and after the event – and in many different areas to keep the attention of your diverse audience. In this session you’ll walk away with easy\, but fun ways you can touch your audience. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \nAt the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nCreate exciting new engagement techniques to reduce your costs\nEstablish new elements with limited resources\nExecute an engagement strategy that fits your audience\n\nABOUT THE SPEAKER \nJudy Payne\, CMP\, is the Director of Meetings & Travel at GameStop\, the largest video game retailer in the world with a family of brands including pop culture collectibles\, consumer electronics and wireless services\, operating more than 6\,900 stores in 14 countries. \nWith 17+ years in events\, her responsibilities at GameStop include overseeing roughly 50 events annually as part of the strategic meeting management program\, the US and Canadian annual Conferences & Expo\, as well as managing the travel program and policies for a fortune 300 company. \nWhile hosting roughly 12\,000 multi-generational attendees\, Judy’s objective is to excite\, engage and empower her attendees. From gamification to socialization\, the event is fun and exciting – on a shoestring budget. \nAccolades include Awarded “Best Innovative Sponsorships” and nominated for “Best Interactive Exhibit” by Expo Magazine in 2013. Nominated for 4 awards in 2014 including “Best Show” and “Best Use of Social Media” by Expo Magazine in 2014. Named one of the “Top 25 Fast Growth Shows of 2013”. Named “ChangeMaker 2015” by Meetings Net Magazine. \nCMP RECERTIFICATION CREDIT \n \nThe PCMA Gulf States Chapter has been designated a CMP Preferred Provider of quality education eligible for CMP recertification credit. This program has been approved by the Events Industry Council for CMP certification credit. \nThe use of the CMP Preferred Provider Pre-Check logo is not an endorsement by the Events Industry Council of the quality of the session. This logo means that this session has met the criteria to be pre-approved for CMP certification credit. \nVENUE \n \n625 Westport Parkway \nGrapevine\, Texas 76051 \nPre-registration for the live event has closed. Limited onsite registration is available\,\nor you may participate in the digital event at no charge. \n  \nTo join the meeting on a computer or mobile phone:\nhttps://bluejeans.com/8177227524?src=calendarLink \nJust want to dial in on your phone?\n1.) Dial one of the following numbers:\n+1.888.240.2560 (US Toll Free) or +1.408.498.7830 (US) \n2.) Enter Meeting ID: 8177227524 \n3.) Press # \nWant to test your video connection?\nhttps://bluejeans.com/111
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/lunch-learn-february-2018/
LOCATION:GameStop\, 625 Westport Parkway\, Grapevine\, TX\, 76051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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SUMMARY:Attend Jingle Mingle in Addison
DESCRIPTION:Join your #EventProfs colleagues as we celebrate the holidays and “wrap up” another fantastic year! Members\, future members and guests are all welcome to sip\, snack and at the Lazy Dog Restaurant in Addison. \nNew this year! The story may no longer be in the headlines\, but the need is still great. PCMA Gulf States is partnering with the Fifth Ward Baptist Church to collect items for our Houston neighbors impacted by Hurricane Harvey. Please bring your choice of gently used winter coats & clothes (all ages & sizes)\, new unwrapped children’s gifts and phone chargers (all types). Items will be delivered to families in time for the holidays. \nRegistration is only $25 and includes two drink tickets and an assortment of delicious snacks. Come celebrate the season with your fellow #eventprofs at this fun\, central location! We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/whats-your-wow-november-6-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar – Addison\, 5100 Belt Line Road\, Addison\, TX\, 75254\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:What's Your Wow? - October 11 Lunch & Learn in North Dallas
DESCRIPTION:Communicate what sets you apart from everyone else. Eliminate the doubt out of your\, your business and your future. Engage quickly and kick the door open for opportunity. Clarity and confidence lead to connection in every aspect of YOUR life. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nIdentify your unique values. Conquer confused interactions by an introduction to new connections with a memorable WOW. Create the perfect pitch for a product or even for yourself.\nCreate and curate relevant and valuable content to reinforce your personal brand. Dominate the conversation with Kate’s two-step process in crafting a compelling story that sticks and makes you BUZZWORTHY. Call backs will be the norm.\nSpecific tactics to uncover other people’s WOW and being consistent with a commitment to your personal brand. This leads to more effective decisions\, more productivity and more business.\n\nPRESENTER \n \nKate Delaney is an Emmy award winning journalist who has interviewed more than 12\,000 people\, including U.S. Presidents\, top CEOs and Hall of Fame Athletes. As a woman hosting a popular sports radio talk show\, she became a pioneer in broadcasting. \nIn addition to her speaking engagements around the nation\, she currently hosts two nationally-syndicated radio shows each week – “The Kate Delaney show” heard on 210 stations and Forbes Books Radio. Her popular Wow workshops and keynotes have helped thousands of people discover a personal brand that’s memorable. \n \nThis program has been submitted to the Events Industry Council for CMP Preferred Provider review. The use of the CMP Preferred Provider Pre-Check logo is not an endorsement by the Events Industry Council of the quality of the session. This logo means that this session has met the criteria to be pre-approved for CMP certification credit. \nPCMA Members – $40 \nNon-Members – $50 \nRegistered Attendees can bring a Planner Guest for FREE! \nThanks to our sponsor! \n \nThanks to our venue host!
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/whats-your-wow-october-11-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency North Dallas\, 701 East Campbell Road\, Richardson\, TX\, 75081\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:Lifestyle Trends: Moving From “Wellness” to “Wholeness”
DESCRIPTION:AUGUST LUNCH & LEARN \nAs any “seasoned” event professional knows\, the food & beverage component of your meetings can have an equal impact on the attendee experience as the educational content and networking events. Event organizers are increasingly challenged to keep up with the social\, lifestyle and even entertainment trends which influence people’s palates and expectations. What are the “wholeness” trends we are seeing today and how can we leverage them to create healthful\, mindful and memorable food & beverage experiences? \nLearning Objectives \n\nAssess the impact of social media and “food as entertainment” culture\nCompare lifestyle demands driving dietary preferences\nIdentify regional traditions\, trends and resources to consider in menu design\n\nPRESENTER \n \nMichael Gallagher\, Director of Food & Beverage\, Omni Hotels \nThanks to our Platinum Sponsor!
URL:https://gulfstates.pcma.org/event/lifestyle-trends-moving-from-wellness-to-wholeness/
LOCATION:Omni Hotel Fort Worth\, 1300 Houston Street\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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