Student Insight Series

Consider this panel the “know before you go” meeting to prepare for your first professional job. Dahlia, Lisa and Cara will share the difficult experiences and failures they lived through so you won’t have to make the same mistakes! Please join us on Wednesday, December 8, at 4PM EST, for the Student Insight Series, hosted

FREE

New Member Orientation

Online

Your membership with PCMA can put you on the right track to take your career to the next level. The information in this orientation program will help you to get started on your journey. PCMA is your gateway to the industry’s most relevant, cutting-edge information and knowledgeable leaders. So let’s get you prepped and ready

FREE

PCMA Convening Leaders 2022

Caesars Forum 3911 Koval Lane, Las Vegas, NV

CLICK HERE to visit the PCMA Convening Leaders event website and REGISTER NOW! Join us Jan. 9-12, 2022, when PCMA Convening Leaders brings its flagship education and networking event to Las Vegas. Caesars Entertainment Corp. will host the multi-day event at CAESARS FORUM, a 550,000-square foot conference center opening in 2022 in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip.  Be part

Planning For Inclusion: Enlightening Viewpoints

Virtual

In this enlightening educational program, our virtual panelists will share their personal stories about the challenges they have and currently encounter while attending events. Through these diverse viewpoints, we will gain in invaluable insights about how to design our programs through a more inclusive lens. Join this candid panel discussion and Q&A, and as a

FREE

GMID Northern California Breakfast Mixer

Westin St Francis San Francisco on Union Square 335 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA

REGISTER NOW Date: Wednesday, April 6, 2022 Time: 8:30am - 10:30am Location: The Westin St Francis San Francisco on Union Square Reg fee: $45 pre-registration/ $60 on-site registration (Students: $25) On April 6th, join us for a fun, casual and invigorating breakfast mixer in celebration of Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) at the Westin St.

$45.00 – $60.00

PCMA EduCon

Hyatt Regency New Orleans 601 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA

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. Complete 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

Building Communities That Foster Thriving, Year-Round Engagement

Online

Engagement isn't a means to an end at your event or experience, rather, it's a year-round mission that's key to retaining, growing and strengthening your communities. But first, you must build these active and collaborative groups to foster communities that advance your engagement strategy. Learn how from events industry superstar, Will Curran, Founder and Chief

Free

Rock the Yacht with PCMA NCC 2022

Kissel Uptown Oakland 2455 Broadway, Oakland, CA

Reception-style cruise aboard Giants Enterprises’ California Spirit Luxury Yacht, August 25th. Enjoy networking, a hosted full bar, gourmet bites and breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco skyline, Alcatraz and McCovey Cove.

$30 – $45

PCMA NCC L.E.A.P. 2022

San Mateo Marriott 1770 S. Amphlett Blvd, San Mateo, CA

On September 8th, get ready to participate in a thought-provoking, immersive and education-filled day centered around a holistic approach to sustainability: social, economic and environmental.

Seven experts will share their cutting-edge ideas on all things sustainability-centric, then encourage you to share yours. We’ll learn from each other’s professional experiences as we discuss topics including: incorporating Wellness and Diversity & Inclusion into the workplace for maximum staff retention, minimizing our environmental impact through meetings and events, and pioneering sustainable menus for our clients.

$75 – $150

BAMIES Regency Ball

Westin St Francis San Francisco on Union Square 335 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA

Silent Auction bidding is now open! You don't have to wait until the BAMIES to start bidding on this year’s spectacular items. Our silent auction is now open! Click here to place your bids. A portion of the auction proceeds will benefit the PCMA Foundation, who fund individual scholarships and critical projects for the future

Global Meeting Industry Day – Pillar Award

Kissel Uptown Oakland 2455 Broadway, Oakland, CA

Join us as we celebrate our industry and honor a deserving representative with our newest Industry award, The Pillar Award. The Pillar Award was designed to honor an outstanding industry leader who represents the foundation of our industry. A deserving recipient represents the best of what we do in the Bay Area for meetings and is a true supporter of all of our industry organizations.

$75 – $125

Letting Go of Fear. Finding the Event Pro Mindset

Kissel Uptown Oakland 2455 Broadway, Oakland, CA

Join self-made entrepreneur Melva LaJoy Legrand, Founder and CEO of LaJoy Plans, an award-winning DC-based events management agency as she shares why she remains inspired and invigorated by the events and hospitality industry. This is for both the emerging and experienced professional. Whether you've had to redefine your career, process personal or career grief during the Covid period, fell into burnout, or lost your way and had to reclaim your professional identity, like you, Melva has lived it and fought her way back to living out her unique purpose in the events and hospitality industry.

$55 – $100