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SUMMARY:PCMACE Webinar: Designing the "Next Normal"
DESCRIPTION:June 16th | 10:30AM – 11:30 AM EST \nPCMA Canada East Education Committee Presents:\nAn On-Line Connection Session; Hear from Lee-Anne McAlear\,  Designing for the “Next Normal”\, spend time networking in small groups and then participate in an on-line BINGO game for a wonderful prize! \n\nWho is at the Beating Heart of Your New Business Strategies? \nIf effective new business strategies and practices are going to shape the ‘next normal’\, they will have to be designed to meet the realities of people’s changing expectations Post-Covid. \nToday’s best business leaders already follow the principles of user-centered\, design thinking when dealing with issues large and small. With its direct\, solutions-based means of future-casting and problem solving\, rooted in understanding user needs\, design thinking strategy can guide organizations in effectively responding to a crisis like the coronavirus pandemic. For any effective strategy\, a diversity of perspectives is essential. \nDesign thinking strategy is critical in the private sector as it navigates the devastating economic impact of the widespread lockdown. The most successful businesses saw an opportunity to enhance their offerings and provide a social service\, such as a whisky manufacturer producing and distributing free hand sanitizer\, garment makers sewing masks for frontline health care workers and UHaul offering a month’s free storage for college students caught in a bind. \nTo look at the coronavirus crisis as a problem amenable to user-centered design thinking is to acknowledge that customers need and want to be kept at the centre of planning and execution. Embracing this notion is at the heart of a strong user-centered design thinking strategy and a means to achieve success in the ‘next normal’. \nIn this talk\, Lee-Anne will make the principles of user-centered design thinking strategies come alive. With high energy\, multiple cases and examples and very practical take-aways\, the audience will leave both applicable insights and an understanding of how to help create the “next “normal. \nSpeaker: Lee-Anne McAlear \nLee-Anne is also the founding partner of the Toronto-based innovation and leadership house\, CURRENT\, and a Director of the International Association of Innovation Professional – the only association offering globally recognized certifications in innovation. \nLee-Anne has worked extensively in the innovation space in over 32 countries (from the USA\, Mexico and South America\, through Europe\, across Asia and down under in Australia) in both the public and private sectors. \nShe has piloted several global innovation initiatives that have\, for example\, delivered new approaches to brand revitalization\, new methods for delivering patient care and new ways to address customer retention. \nIn her work at Schulich\, she and her team are responsible for designing and delivering programs enhancing the innovation and leadership capabilities of executives and their people. Their programs are consistently among the top-rated at Schulich. \nLee-Anne speaks globally and has shared the stage with presenters as diverse as Alan Alda and Don Tapscott. \nShe is not only adventuresome in her approach to business\, but she is also an adventurer in life having trekked the Himalayas\, scuba-dived the Great Barrier Reef and white-water rafted in India. \nSponsored by:
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/pcmace-webinar-designing-the-next-new-normal/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200721T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200721T123000
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SUMMARY:Planning and Flying During a Pandemic - Webinar - July 21\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:PCMA Education Committee Presents: \nPCMACE Webinar – Planning and Flying During a Pandemic \nDate: July 21\, 2020 \nTime: 11:30AM – 12:30PM EST \nDetails: An expert lead education session followed by an engaging networking activation via our Virtual Event Platform provider\, Showcare\, and gamification fun! \nThe concept is simple\, join us for an experiential journey using Showcare’s Virtual Event Platform.\nIncluded in this webinar is a lead discussion with a health expert. They will guide us through the latest recommendations as we all look in anticipation towards safe travel and gathering guidelines. \nFollowing our education\, Showcare will be showing off their new Virtual Event Platform for an incredible gamified networking session. We cannot wait to debut their community gathering space to PCMA Canada East members. \nSpeaker: Dr. Jim Chung\, Chief Medical Officer\, Air Canada \nDr Chung is a graduate of the University of Toronto medical school. \nFollowing completion of his residency in Family Medicine\, he served in the Canadian Forces in various roles while stationed at CFB Petawawa also having deployed to Bosnia and to Turkey with Canada’s Disaster Assistance Response Team following a major earthquake in 1999. \nDr Chung attained his flight surgeon training through the Canadian Forces and also received his Master in Aviation Medicine and Post graduate diploma in Occupational Medicine through Otago University. \nDr Chung completed his emergency medicine training and certification at U of Toronto following his retirement from the Canadian Forces practicing as an emergency medicine physician in Toronto prior to joining Air Canada. \n \n\nThank you to our sponsor:
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/pcmace-webinar-july-21-2020/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200826T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200826T143000
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SUMMARY:Student Insight Series: Emerging from COVID
DESCRIPTION:Join PCMA Chapters in our new collaborative Student Insight Series where students and young professionals from across North America can learn from a panel of established industry experts. \nThis first session will cover Emerging from COVID – How the Events Industry Can Bounce Back in which our panelists will discuss their recovery experiences from past situations such as 9/11\, Ebola\, SARS and more. Registration is complimentary. \n  \nSchedule: \n1:00 pm – 1:50 pm EST: Panel Discussion \n1:50 pm – 2:00 pm EST: Q&A with Panel \n2:00 pm – 2:30 pm EST: Facilitated Breakout Groups \n  \nPanelists: \n \n  \nJulie Smith\, CEM\, CTA\, Senior Vice President\, Exhibition Sales\, GES Cypress\, CA \n  \n \n  \nTerrance Frederick\, Director Of Group Sales\, Grand Hyatt San Diego\, San Diego\, CA \n  \n \n  \nChirag Patel\, CMP\, Senior Meetings Manager\, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics\, Westmont\, IL \n  \n \n  \nBrad Kent\, Senior Vice President & Chief Sales Office\, Visit Dallas\, Dallas\, TX \n  \n \n  \nJoy Womack\, CMP\, Director\, Operations\, Meetings and Events\, Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) Washington\, D.C. \n  \nModerator: \n \n  \nPhillip Ridley\, CMP\, Meetings Manage\, Emergency Nurses Association\, Schaumburg\, IL \n  \nQuestions? Email students@pcma.org
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/student-insight-series-emerging-from-covid/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201005T113000
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SUMMARY:NEW DATE: Destination Download
DESCRIPTION:PCMA Canada East Education Committee Presents: Destination Download \nDate: Monday\, October 5th\, 2020 \nTime: 11:30AM – 1:00PM \n“Destination Download” a Panel of DMO’s from across Canada giving a high level overview of current and re-opening steps\, safety protocols and special offers available in their region. \nJoin the following DMO’s: \n\nDestination St. John’s\nDiscover Halifax\nMeetings & Conventions Prince Edward Island\nDiscover Saint John\nTourisme Montreal\nDestination Toronto\nTourism Saskatoon\nEdmonton Tourism\nTourism Vancouver
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/save-the-date-destination-download/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201027T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201027T123000
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SUMMARY:PCMACE Webinar: INFODEMIC
DESCRIPTION:PCMA Canada East Education Committee Presents: INFODEMIC! IS MISINFORMATION KILLING US? With TIMOTHY CAULFIELD \nDate: Tuesday\, October 27th\, 2020 \nTime: 11:30AM – 12:30PM EST \nDetails: Cow urine\, bleach\, and cocaine have all been recommended as COVID-19 cures — all nonsense. The pandemic has been cast as a leaked bioweapon\, a byproduct of 5G wireless technology\, and a political hoax — all poppycock. And countless wellness gurus and alternative-medicine practitioners have pushed unproven potions\, pills\, and practices as ways to “boost” the immune system. Misinformation is absolutely everywhere. The coronavirus isn’t just a pandemic\, it is an infodemic. It’s caused physical harm and financial loss; added confusion and distraction to an already chaotic environment; and made it even more difficult to implement the needed health policy initiatives.\nHow does this misinformation spread? Why do people believe it? What can we do as individuals and a community to fight back? Who can we trust? In this provocative presentation\, Professor Timothy Caulfield will explore these questions and more. \nSpeaker:  Timothy Caulfield \n\nCanadian and Edmonton local\nSpeakers’ Spotlight Speaker\nProfessor of Health Law and Science Policy at the University of Alberta\nAuthor of Gwyneth Paltrow Wrong About Everything?\n\n \nProfessor Timothy Caulfield is an unrivalled communicator who debunks myths and assumptions about innovation in the health sector — from research on stem cells to diets to alternative medicine — for the benefit of the public and decision-makers. He is a Canada Research Chair in health law and policy\, a professor in the Faculty of Law and the School of Public Health\, and a research director of the Health Law Institute at the University of Alberta. \nCaulfield is also frequently sought-after by the media to comment on health and science policy issues\, and is the author of two national bestselling books: The Cure for Everything: Untangling the Twisted Messages about Health\, Fitness and Happiness and Is Gwyneth Paltrow Wrong About Everything?. He is also the host and co-producer of the award-winning\, hit documentary TV show\, A User’s Guide to Cheating Death\, which has been shown in over 60 countries\, including streaming on Netflix in North America. \n  \nSponsored By:
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/save-the-date/
CATEGORIES:Chapters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T180000
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SUMMARY:PCMA Canada East Virtual AGM & Awards
DESCRIPTION:PCMA Canada East presents: An evening guided by the stars\, together shining a light on our industry\, Virtual AGM & Awards on November 18\, 2020 at 4:00PM – 6:00PM EST \nSchedule: \nAnnual General Meeting: 4:00pm – 4:30pm EST \nNetworking: 4:30pm – 5:00pm EST \nAwards Presentation: 5:00pm – 6:00pm EST
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/pcma-canada-east-virtual-agm-awards/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201123T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201125T170000
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SUMMARY:Notice from the President - PCMACE CIC2020
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nIt is with mixed emotions that we are letting you know that CIC 2020 – the Canadian Innovation Conference that was scheduled for November 22-24 2020 is postponed.   After careful consideration and much consultation with all of our partners and stakeholders\, the PCMA Canada East Chapter Board of Directors felt it was in everyone’s best interest to postpone the conference until we can meet together safely November 21-23\, 2021 in Edmonton. \nWe did not want to compromise what CIC represents and we never wanted to deliver an event that fell below our standards and everyone’s expectations.  Thanks to our amazing partners\, our next three destinations were able to “lift and shift” for a year to allow Edmonton the opportunity of hosting CIC November 21-23 2021.   We would like to acknowledge how grateful we are to Niagara Falls\, Saskatoon and Saint John  for not only going over and beyond collaborating but really working their magic to make this happen. \nOur Chair of CIC\, Heather Reid\, said it best….. we are humbled and deeply grateful to have such wonderful partners and we all look forward to the day where we can meet in Edmonton next year.   Mark your calendars – November 21-23\, 2021 in Edmonton where we will do more than Breaking Barriers – stay tuned for more updates as CIC 2021 is going to be EPIC! \nKind regards\, \nHelene Kenny\nPresident\nPCMA Canada East Chapter
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/notice-from-the-president/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
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SUMMARY:PCMA U
DESCRIPTION:Register for PCMA U and hear from some of PCMA’s 20 in Their Twenties Class of 2021! As a Student or Young Professional\, you probably have a lot of questions about the industry\, your future career\, and more. Register today and submit your questions to get the answers you’re looking for. \nPCMA U will be held virtually on December 8th from 3:00-4:00pm CST/4:00pm – 5:00pm EST in lieu of a pre-conference event at Convening Leaders 2021. Registration for Convening Leaders 2021 is not required to attend PCMA U. \nZoom Links will be distributed to those registered within 24 hours of the program. Please direct any questions to Jena Vonderhaar at jvonderhaar@pcma.org. \n  \n20 in Their Twenties Panelists: \n Ben Cramer\, Sales Manager\, GES \n Byanca Ellul\, Coordinator\, Meeting Services\, HIMSS \n Basha Ferdinand\, Accelerator Program Manager\, Tampa Bay Wave \n Marcus Urquhart\, MBA\, CMP\, Event Marketing Manager\, Georgia State University\, J. Mack Robinson College \n Bree Nidds\, CTA\, Vice President of Sales\, Discover Lehigh Valley \n Colleen Bingle\, Meetings\, Exhibits\, and Sponsorship Manager\, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry \nModerator: \n Morgan Prewitt\, CMP\, 20 in Their Twenties Alum\, Event Professional\, Tech Company
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/pcma-u/
CATEGORIES:Chapters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201215T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
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SUMMARY:Holiday Jingle & Virtual Mingle
DESCRIPTION:PCMA Canada East Presents: \nA Holiday Jingle & Virtual Mingle with Destination Toronto \nDate: December 15\, 2020 \nTime: 11:30AM – 1:00PM EST \nWe’ve got GREAT prizes and goodies for trivia and games\, don’t delay on registering… you will want to be one of the winning names.
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/save-the-date-holiday-jingle-virtual-mingle/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Industry Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T123000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
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SUMMARY:Education Session: February 11\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nDate: Thursday\, February 11\, 2021 \n  \nTime: 11:30AM – 12:30PM EST \n  \nJoin us on Thursday\, February 11th for #PCMACE’s next virtual event featuring THREE lovable Canadian guest speakers. We will be discussing: \nFor the love of food…\nFor the love of wine…\nFor the love of food and wine at our meetings…\nHow do we deal with F&B for Meetings moving forward? \n  \n  \n  \n  \nOur guest speakers include: \n \n  \nBenoît Beauséjour-Savard \nBenoit Beauséjour-Savard is the Director of Restaurants & Banquets at Hotel Place d’Armes in the heart of Old Montreal. He oversees the hotel’s 12\,000 square feet of banquet space and restaurants Brasserie 701\, Kyo Bar Japonais and Terrasse Place d’Armes. Benoit joined the Hotel in 2014 as Maitre-D of Brasserie 701\, the Hotel’s classic French bistro. He also serves as Experience Old Montreal’s spokesperson for their winter restaurant festival “Happening Gourmand.” If you haven’t had the pleasure of meeting Benoit at the Hotel\, he may seem familiar as he was a contestant on the hit television series: The Bachelorette Canada\, Bachelor in Paradise and Bachelor Winter Games\, proudly representing Canada. \n  \n \n  \nRoxanne Mant \nRoxanne has over twenty years experience in the hospitality industry. She started working in restaurants at the age of 14 as a student job\, fell in love with the industry and later made her career out of it. After a bachelor’s degree in sociology at Concordia University in Montreal\, Roxanne set out on a Caribbean adventure\, where she ended up working as a private chef for an affluent family in the Bahamas\, for close to two years. During her hospitality career she has worked with prestigious restaurant groups such as Oliver & Bonacini and Stephen Beckta. While at Stephen Beckta\, she opened Gezellig and started her WSET journey and completed Level 3.  Now\, working as a Manager at SOIF Bar à Vin de Véronique Rivest\, she is in charge of staff training and the elite wine program. Roxanne is highly regarded as one of the top hospitality professionals in our country. \n  \n \n  \nIoanna Antonopoulos \nIoanna Antonopoulos is a Senior Sales Manager for the Antonopoulos Group\, representing 5 boutique hotels and 11 restaurants in Old Montreal. Ioanna grew up in the hospitality industry\, working in her family’s business part-time through school. She went on to obtain her CPA\, CA designation and worked at KPMG in audit and university recruitment for the Montreal & Toronto offices. She then pivoted her career and returned to the hospitality industry as a Sales Manager based in Toronto\, growing the Antonopoulos Group’s presence in the Canadian meetings market. Growing up in restaurants\, Ioanna enjoys all things food-related: cooking\, trying new restaurants & travelling to eat some more!
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/save-the-date-february-11-2021/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T180000
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SUMMARY:Student Insight Series: Exploring Career Paths Into the Events Industry
DESCRIPTION:Are you excited about a career in events and hospitality\, but worried about the current pandemic-instigated slowdown in the industry? The events business is still the place to be with many career paths you might not yet know about. Hospitality is the #5 employer of all major industries and is more than just wedding planning. \nLearner Outcomes:\nWhat skills sill make you more marketable: from marketing/communications to admin support\, to creative\, HR\, education\, and sales roles\nHow getting your foot in the door positions you well with connections and skills when the events industry takes off again (and it will)\nHow to best market yourself to potential employers\nHow today’s events professionals followed a sometimes surprising and nontraditional path to a successful career (and how you can\, too) \nInvest 2 hours in your future: February 23rd\, 4:00 – 6:00 pm ET  \nSpeakers: \n\nGeneral Session conversation with:\n\nGina Meier\, Director of HR\, PCMA\nScott Chase\, Director of HR\, Pharmacy First\n\n\nBreakouts discussions about career paths:\n\nAlex Land\, Director of Member Engagement\, National Ready Mixed Concrete Association\nGeoff VanDeusen\, Director of Operations and Events\, United Soccer Coaches\nJessica Blubaugh\, Director of Partnerships and Events\, WIN for KC\nDarnell Belford\, National Account Manager\, Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau\nMaribeth Oberheide\, Senior Global Event Strategist\, Maritz Global Events\nLindsay Williams\, Sales Manager\, GES\n\n\n\nQuestions about this event or careers in the events industry? Contact: Teresa Hellman\, CMP \nMeet Our Speakers \n \n  \nGina Meier\, Director of HR\, PCMA \n  \n  \n \n  \nScott Chase\, Director of HR\, Pharmacy First \n  \n  \n \n  \nAlex Land\, Director of Member Engagement\, National Ready Mixed Concrete Association \n  \n  \n \n  \nGeoff VanDeusen\, Director of Operations and Events\, United Soccer Coaches \n  \n  \n \n  \nJessica Blubaugh\, Director of Partnerships and Events\, WIN for KC \n  \n  \n \n  \nDarnell Belford\, National Account Manager\, Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau \n  \n  \n \n  \nMaribeth Oberheide\, Senior Global Event Strategist\, Maritz Global Events \n  \n  \n \n  \nLindsay Williams\, Sales Manager\, GES \n 
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/student-insight-series-exploring-career-paths-into-the-events-industry/
CATEGORIES:Chapters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T130000
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SUMMARY:Register Today - April 01\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:PCMA Canada East Presents: \nBRAIN FITNESS: Change your Brain\, Change your Results! \nTime: 11:30AM – 12:30PM EST \nNetworking Time: 12:30PM – 1:00PM EST \nDate: April 01\, 2021 \nFee: Complimentary to all PCMA Members | Non-Members: $25.00 \nDescription: Daily life stressors are not going to vanish anytime soon. How can a person cope\, let alone thrive? \nIt is possible; YOU CAN outsmart common workplace and daily life challenges by creating your Fit Brain! \nDiscover how to strategically implement user-friendly Brain Fitness strategies so you become more resilient\, mentally agile\, confident\, focused\, energized\, and able to think\, learn and feel at your best. \nThese strategies are based on latest neuroscience concepts and presented in relatable and common-sense ways\, so you can apply them easily and efficiently. \nBe amongst leaders on the planet who are a positive force of change by moving from reactivity to responsiveness\, stress to balance and confusion to clarity – anywhere\, anytime. \nMost of all\, invest into your own wellness and self care for immediate and long-term brain and life gains\, both personally and professionally. \nSpeaker: Jill Hewlett\, Brain Fitness Expert & Wellness Authority \n \nJill Hewlett is a nationally recognized speaker\, author\, Brain Fitness Expert & Wellness Authority. \nCombining user-friendly neuroscience and inspired common sense strategies\, Jill draws out the natural leadership\, resources and resilience in individuals and organizations to support them in achieving greater levels of productivity\, wellness\, and success. \nYou may have seen Jill as a featured guest expert on various TV and radio stations across Canada\, giving real-life examples and real-life solutions to the mental health and wellness issues that are on the rise today. \nJill is the author of two books\, “Common Sense…Uncommonly Practiced” and “Uncommon Sense…Put into Practise”; highly inspiring and readable reflections on how others might identify and apply everyday awareness and wisdom to their life path. \nFor a decade\, Jill produced and hosted her own Wellness TV series which began as a grassroots project and moved to Rogers TV\, achieving a viewership of one million people. \nFilling a call for wellness education in her community\, sixteen years ago Jill founded the Women’s Wellness Circles. This initiative has grown into multiple locations that she trains and mentors nationwide. \nGet ready to turn on your brain power\, as you will be equipped with information\, motivation\, and tools\, to proactively build your Fit Brain & Fit Life! \nSponsored by:
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/save-the-date-april-01-2021/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
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SUMMARY:Student Insight Series: Taking on a Pandemic Career Search
DESCRIPTION:Job hunting is difficult no matter what skill level or trade. Throw in COVID-19 and how it’s affected the events industry and we now must rethink how we market ourselves\, and possibly even reevaluate what segment of the ever-changing meeting and events industry we should explore for career options. \nPCMA’s Student Insight Series continues discussing these challenges with this exciting panel including a recent graduate who has successfully navigated the job hunt\, a student ready to graduate\, and an event industry HR professional who will share their stories and successes of job searching mid-pandemic. Our moderator\, Lauren Kramer\, known for her role as a recruiter for industry professionals\, will walk this panel through their job hunting strategies and suggestions for the current Meeting & Events Industry job market. \nLearning Objectives\n1) Learn best practices for using social media to market yourself. Discover enhanced or new social media job posting options.\n2) Making your resume standout in comparison to other recent graduates by highlighting special skill sets and characteristics.\n3) Develop strategies for maintaining a positive mental mindset during your career search. \n  \nMeet Our Speakers:\nModerator: \n \n  \n  \nLauren Kramer\, CEO & Founder\, Meeting Priorities \n  \n  \n  \nPanelists: \n \n  \n  \nStephanie Lee Paendong\, Association Services Associate\, NAIOP \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nMegan Zimmerman\, Events & Marketing Intern\, AGMA \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nTerri Carter\, Senior Human Resources Manager\, Destination DC \n 
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/student-insight-series-taking-on-a-pandemic-career-search/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210506T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20210104T163820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210429T133557Z
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SUMMARY:Backstage Pass: A Behind the Scenes Look of Virtual Events and Studios
DESCRIPTION:PCMA Canada East Presents: \nTitle: Backstage Pass: A Behind the Scenes Look of Virtual Events and Studios \nDate: May 06\, 2021 \nTime: 11:30AM – 1:00PM EST \nFee: Members – Complimentary | Non-Members – $25.00CAD \nDescription: A year of virtual events has caused more than a little Zoom fatigue for participants. One of the ways to increase the engagement factor for your events is to create a broadcast quality experience with your speaker’s content. But when all your speakers are in remote locations\, how can you create a consistent broadcast quality experience? \nJoin us to walk through the actual environment and equipment that goes into creating a truly engaging presenter experience.  The team from Encore Canada will bring you through the curtain to explore behind the scenes of producing virtual events.  You will learn about virtual studios that use leading edge technology for flawless production.  The team will share tips to help you choose a virtual event partner and ways to set up your organization for success. \nSpeakers: \nJulie Calvert\, CMP\, CMM\, DES\nManager\, Program & Event Management\nThe Canadian Payroll Association \nJulie Calvert has more than 25 years’ experience in the Events industry and has a passion for planning. She has enjoyed the variety of organizing incentive travel on land and sea\, high profile corporate meetings and engaging trade shows. Julie has created and finalized master service agreements to support strategic meeting management initiatives\, standardized RFP templates and developed best practices manuals. Julie was proudly inducted into the Meetings + Incentive Hall of Fame as Planner of the Year in 2014. \nIn 2020\, in response to the pivot to the online domain\, Julie successfully pursued her DES certification through PCMA and looks forward to expanding hybrid event delivery in the coming years\, offering inclusive access to both remote and in person delegates. \nJulie says that her journey through this wonderful profession has connected her with some amazing  mentors and great business partners\, and that she continues to be inspired by the resiliency of her industry peers. \nKrista Cameron\nNational Director of Business Development & Industry Relations\nEncore Canada \nKrista is a proud Newfoundlander who made Toronto her home two years ago when she excitedly joined the Encore Canada team.  Her previous experience includes teaching in South Korea\, Station Chairman for the American Red Cross in Germany\, Event Manager for the U.S. Air Force in Europe and Corporate Events Manager for a Fortune 100 company in California.  When Krista returned to Canada\, she joined Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in Group Sales and following this was the Director of Sales with Destination St. John’s. \nSome of Krista’s current industry involvement includes serving on PCMA Canada East Chapter’s Board of Directors as President-elect\, serving on the MMBC Board of Directors\, serving on the CSAE Trillium Council\, chairing the CSAE Pan-Canadian Awards program\, serving on the CanSPEP Partner Advisory Council and being an active member of MPI’s Toronto Chapter.  In 2015\, Krista was inducted into M&IT’s Hall of Fame as Industry Mentor. \nChuck Corrigan\nSenior Director of Production\nEncore Canada \nWith nearly 20 years of industry experience\, Chuck is skilled at working with clients from concept to close. Whether he is providing on-site technical direction\, product evaluation\, or national training and mentorship\, clients are assured they are always receiving top-notch service. Creating memorable experiences is his area of expertise\, and he uses the collaborative resources of the Encore enterprise to ensure an unforgettable client experience. \nHis areas of expertise are crew and project management\, and he leads with a “get it done” attitude. Working closely with his Encore team\, Chuck stops challenges before they become obstacles\, ensuring a smooth-running event. Chuck continually updates his event staging and technology skills\, making him an industry leader. He has provided his expertise on events like the International AIDS Conference\, the Summit of the Americas\, the Commonwealth Summit and of course PCMA Canada East’s Canadian Innovation Conference every year since its inception. \nSponsors: \n \n \nPlatform Sponsored by: 
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/upcoming-events/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20210407T153738Z
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SUMMARY:Collective Connections
DESCRIPTION:PCMA Canada East Presents: Collective Connections \nDate: May 20\, 2021 \nTime: 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST \nCost: Complimentary to all. \nDescription: Remember the days of hallway conversations\, before and after our meetings\, the breaks and the receptions where you could connect with your industry colleagues? PCMA Canada East is happy to present Collective Connections\, an opportunity for all to connect with one another and network with a fun spin! We want to hear from YOU on topics you would like to discuss from best practices for events to summer vacations plans\, we will collect and then spin the wheel of topics for a surprise of what we will connect on! Join us in collecting meaningful connections on Thursday\, May 20th! Registration is free for all to attend.
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/pcma-ce-roundtable-discussions/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20210226T144450Z
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SUMMARY:How to Hybrid: Creating a Successful Hybrid Event of Any Size
DESCRIPTION:PCMA Canada East Presents: How to Hybrid: Creating a Successful Hybrid Event of Any Size \nDate: Thursday\, June 03\, 2021 \nTime: 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST \nFee: Members – Complimentary | Non-Members – $25.00 \nDescription: The components of a hybrid event have evolved over the last decade. What began as broadcasting an in-person event to a passive audience has grown into a connected\, intentionally-designed event experience. During this session you will learn how to define a hybrid event and its benefits.  We will start with building a strategic event framework\, then move into developing an understanding of the key drivers behind hybrid event success and how to apply them to common meeting types.  Following this\, we will lead a group of industry experts through a series of questions to provide you with knowledge and valuable insight as you plan hybrid events of any size. \nSpeakers: \nKristi Contini\, CMP\nDirector\, Operations\nSandbox Events Inc.\n \nKristi Contini is the Director\, Operations at Sandbox Events. With over 18 years of event and project management experience in the meetings and events industry\, Kristi’s experience as National Manager\, Meetings & Events at Grant Thornton and Events Manager at Bond Brand Loyalty\, has planned every type of event at every level for a wide variety of clients. In today’s meetings & events climate\, planning in a risky environment is not easy.  Kristi provides her clients with support and guidance with their plans for their virtual\, hybrid and future live events\, navigating their event objectives in a post-COVID environment. \nDon Leddy\, CEM\, CAE\nSenior Account Executive\, Exhibition Place\nEnercare Centre & Beanfield Centre\n \nA true veteran of the show & conference industry\, Don learned his trade from the inside garnering numerous successes through many years with such diverse events as TruckWorld\, Logistics Expo\, PACex and The Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show. The driving forces of Don’s success are an unwavering commitment to the success of his clients and co-workers plus the ability to think outside the box – while selling the box. \nIn 2007\, Don found his way to Exhibition Place in Toronto\, which is home to Enercare Centre and Beanfield Centre\, two of Canada’s premier event facilities.  He continues to serve clients\, utilizing his years of experience walking in their shoes. Whether it’s participating on an industry committee or running sessions for hospitality & events industry students\, Don also knows the value of volunteering. \nKrista Cameron\nNational Director of Business Development & Industry Relations\nEncore Canada \nKrista is a proud Newfoundlander who made Toronto her home two years ago when she excitedly joined the Encore Canada team.  Her previous experience includes teaching in South Korea\, Station Chairman for the American Red Cross in Germany\, Event Manager for the U.S. Air Force in Europe and Corporate Events Manager for a Fortune 100 company in California.  When Krista returned to Canada\, she joined Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in Group Sales and following this was the Director of Sales with Destination St. John’s. \nSome of Krista’s current industry involvement includes serving on PCMA Canada East Chapter’s Board of Directors as President-elect\, serving on the MMBC Board of Directors\, serving on the CSAE Trillium Council\, chairing the CSAE Pan-Canadian Awards program\, serving on the CanSPEP Partner Advisory Council and being an active member of MPI’s Toronto Chapter.  In 2015\, Krista was inducted into M&IT’s Hall of Fame as Industry Mentor. \nKathy Tavares\nSenior Sales Executive\nSheraton Centre Toronto Hotel \nKathy has worked in the hospitality and events industry for the last 20 years. This year was her 11th year anniversary with Marriott International which before was with Starwood Hotels & Resorts at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. Through these years her role required her to mainly work with large conferences primarily Canadian and US Associations Conferences. \nHer passion is working with events\, volunteering\, education and being a true partner to her clients. Currently volunteering as the Director of Education & Events for PCMA Canada East Chapter as well as serving on the board. She enjoys change while continues to work hard to stay on top of all new trends where she can better service both the employees at the hotel and her clients encouraging them to create new ideas in order to deliver more value to the event. \nAndrew Tyne\, CMP\nEvent Manager\nHalifax Convention Centre \nAndrew is an event professional\, musician and recovering AV nerd who loves to help people and organizations mindfully leverage technology and productivity innovations to work smarter and happier. Andrew works as an Event Manager at the Halifax Convention Centre and received his CMP designation in 2014. Andrew is also passionate about Emergency Management and volunteers with St John Ambulance and The Canadian Red Cross. \nChantal Montpetit\, CMP\, CMM\nDirector\nMeetings\, Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) \nChantal has been working for Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) for the last 16 months as their Meetings Director\, previously with the Canadian Construction Association for several years. She graduated with her diploma from the ITHQ Hotel Management School in Montreal and a certificate in industrial relations and over the years achieve her CMP and CMM.  She has lived and traveled in several parts of the country and held different positions in major hotel chains like Fairmont\, Starwood and privately owned hotels as well as serving as Director of Catering on Parliament Hill.  She has accumulated more than 25 years in the hospitality and meeting planning industries. Having planned events for small VIP groups to much larger conventions\, in the US\, Caribbean\, Mexico\, Panama as well as coast to coast in Canada\, Chantal brings many different experiences and a high level of expertise to the table.  Her last experience of their Hybrid conference with more than 8000 people connecting virtually from 61 country and 45 live attendees in Atlanta\, has thought her that nothing is impossible and we can all adapt to the new world we are in. \n 
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/pcma-ce-education-session-june-3-2021/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210607T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210707T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20210602T130922Z
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SUMMARY:Run/Walk Chapter Challenge Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Run/Walk Chapter Challenge Fundraiser \nBenefitting Industry Colleagues\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrate all that PCMA is doing for our communities with a friendly competition to see which Chapter can log the most miles in the Chapter Walk/Run Challenge\, June 7 through July 7. \n  \nProceeds will go to the PCMA Foundation’s Accelerating Reskilling initiative. Accelerating Reskilling is a fundraising campaign dedicated to investing in key skillset development areas for business event industry professionals and their business partners. The goal is to raise $250\,000 by the end of this year to support the immediate reskilling of 1\,000 business events professionals as our industry emerges towards recovery and beyond. \n  \nIf you do not want to run or walk\, you may also donate.  Let’s have fun and get moving! \n  \nThe chapter with the greatest participation will be awarded a special PCMA education program. \n  \nBE SURE TO SELECT THE PCMA CANADA EAST CHAPTER WHEN YOU REGISTER! \nMiles must be logged by July 9 \n  \nRegister Today \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSummer is a great time to make sure your contact information is current. Update your information at PCMA.org or reach out to membership@pcma.org. 
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/run-walk-chapter-challenge-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20210526T125649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210609T130454Z
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SUMMARY:June Collective Connections
DESCRIPTION:COLLECTIVE CONNECTIONS – JUNE SESSION \nDate: June 17\, 2021 \nTime: 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST \nFee: Complimentary for all! \nPCMA Canada East is proud to present Collective Connections\, an exciting new opportunity for our chapter to connect with one another and network with a FUN SPIN! Using THE WHEEL of TOPICS\, we will randomly select the topic of discussion.  BUT\, we want to hear from YOU on topics you would like to discuss; from best practices for events to summer vacations plans. Register now and submit your desired topics below. \nRemember\, the more Collective Connections you attend\, the more chances of being entered to win a prize at the end of the year! \n#CollectiveConnections #PCMACE
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/june-collective-connections/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20210622T185212Z
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SUMMARY:July Collective Connections
DESCRIPTION:COLLECTIVE CONNECTIONS – JULY SESSION \nDate: July 21\, 2021 \nTime: 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST \nFee: Complimentary for all! \nPCMA Canada East is proud to present Collective Connections\, an exciting new opportunity for our chapter to connect with one another and network with a FUN SPIN! Using THE WHEEL of TOPICS\, we will randomly select the topic of discussion.  BUT\, we want to hear from YOU on topics you would like to discuss; from best practices for events to summer vacations plans. Register now and submit your desired topics below. \nRemember\, the more Collective Connections you attend\, the more chances of being entered to win a prize at the end of the year! \n#CollectiveConnections #PCMACE
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/july-collective-connections/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20210518T120936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210824T215010Z
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SUMMARY:Contracts and RFPs… they are a changin’...or are they?
DESCRIPTION:​PCMA Education Committee Presents: \nPCMACE Webinar:  Contracts and RFPs… they are a changin’…or are they? \nDate: September 09\, 2021 \nTime: 11:30AM – 1:00PM EST \nDescription:  \nAs we cautiously move back to events\, RFPs and CONTRACTS are still “hot topics” in our industry!  Have venues updated their contracts?  Are pre-COVID boilerplate templates still being used?  What clauses do planners need to know about now?  How do planners capture our technology and duty of care needs in RFPs?  Have the electronic RFP tools been updated?  We are all moving through this uncertain landscape together – and it helps when we can share and learn from each other. \nPCMA Canada East Chapter has organized a cross-section of industry experts to generate discussion around RFPs and CONTRACTS….what they have seen\, what has been working\, current challenges\, and what they believe will help us move forward better in the future. \nJoin the conversation….register today! \nPanel: \nModerator: \n\nHeather Reid\, ARCT MSc\, Founder & CEO\, Planner Protect Inc.\n\n \nHeather Reid is Founder and CEO of Planner Protect Inc.  With almost 30 years’ experience as an independent event planner\, Planner Protect Inc. helps event hosts and industry professionals negotiate thorough and balanced contracts.  Planners\, venue representatives and corporate events teams all recognize Heather as a trusted and knowledgeable expert in her field. \nHeather has received awards for her thought leadership and commitment to the industry including Connect Association’s 15 over 50 (2021)\, a Smart Women in Meetings award in the “Innovator” category (2017)\, and the Canadian Meetings & Events Expo (CMEE) Hall of Fame award – also in the “industry Innovator” category (2017). \nTo avoid “down-time” during the industry-wide pause caused by the COVID pandemic – Heather undertook two major projects.  First\, Heather collaborated with Heidi Wilker CMP Emeritus on a year-long\, national project (www.chroniclinglessonslearned.ca) documenting the experiences and insights of 38 Canadian event planners as they deconstructed or reconstructed their impacted events. \nAnd second\, Heather enrolled in a year-long\, accelerated Paralegal Studies course to enhance her legal knowledge in order to serve Planner Protect Inc.’s clients even better!  She plans to be licensed in February 2022. \nSpeakers: \n\nSusan Saganski\, Global Account Executive\, Marriott International\n\n \nAs Global Account Executive for Marriott International Susan is responsible for the Canadian Association Segment booking annual conferences\, workshops and board meetings across Canada.  She also works with a number of association management companies that manage several aspects of association management including conferences/events. \nWith over 34 years of hospitality experience\, Susan has spent 31 of those years working in sales first with Delta Hotels and now with Marriott since its acquisition in 2015. Susan’s strength lies in her passion for the association market and the relationships she has built with the Canadian Association Segment. \nShe is a member of CSAE\, PCMA and AMCI and has been involved throughout the years on a number of different working  committees either in a position of being the chair or a committee member. \n\nElizabeth Raoult\, Meeting Encore\n\n \nElizabeth joined the Meeting Encore team in early 2012 with more than 15 years of experience and relationships in the meetings industry.  She has worked in convention hotels\, boutique hotels & resorts and has experience with groups ranging from 10-1000 people.  Her background includes 10 years with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and sales positions with Wyndham International\, the Preferred Hotel Group and JPdL Destination Management. \nElizabeth holds a BA Honours in Foreign Languages from Queen’s University and while working\, completed a Graduate Diploma in Hospitality Management & Marketing from McGill University. \nThrough hard work\, perseverance and true professionalism\, her goal has always been to anticipate her clients’ needs and exceed their expectations.  She has been an active member of PCMA for many years and more recently the Membership and Strategic Partnership Committees for the Canada-East Chapter. \n\nKate Kelly\, CMP\, CMM\, DES\, Principal\, ConventionALL Management Inc.\n\n \nKate is the sole Principal of ConventionALL Management Inc. Kate is a professional\, dedicated\, outgoing and determined individual who has managed associations\, conferences\, sponsorship and tradeshow sales for 20+ years. Kate holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree from The University of Lethbridge. Kate is an active member of Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and previously held the position of President of the Calgary Chapter\, is a member the Canadian Society of Association Executives (CSAE) and is the current President of CanSPEP\, the Canadian Society of Professional Event Planners. She was honoured with a planner profile in ConnectWest\, a Western Canadian MPI Magazine and is also the recipient of the 2006-2007 MPI Rising Star Award\, the 2009 Planner of the Year Award\, 2010 Chinook Arch Award and the 2014 Westwind Mentorship Award. Kate has also been interviewed and quoted in magazines such as Business in Calgary and Alberta Venture on her expertise in meetings\, and tradeshows. She was  also nominated for a 2015 RBC Women  Entrepreneur Award. \n\nLynn Chiasson\, Quebec City Convention Centre\n\n \nLynn considers herself to be a pure advocate for Québec City. With 30 plus years in the tourism industry\, including 23 years at the Québec City Convention Centre where it’s mission is promoting Québec City as an international class meeting destination\, her passion is still very strong and contagious as some may say. Authenticity and honesty are her key ingredients to successful connections and supporting clients. Contracts for her are a “conversation” and finding the goal where all parties are confident is the reward. Awarded the Inspirational Supplier of the year in 2020\, Lynn strives in finding the perfect fit for clients and the Québec City partners for safe and memorable events. \nSponsored By: \n \n​ \n​ \n​
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/pcmace-education-session/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210824T215655Z
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SUMMARY:September Collective Connections
DESCRIPTION:COLLECTIVE CONNECTIONS – SEPTEMBER SESSION \nDate: September 16\, 2021 \nTime: 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST \nFee: Complimentary for all! \nPCMA Canada East is proud to present Collective Connections\, an exciting new opportunity for our chapter to connect with one another and network with a FUN SPIN! Using THE WHEEL of TOPICS\, we will randomly select the topic of discussion.  BUT\, we want to hear from YOU on topics you would like to discuss; from best practices for events to summer vacations plans. Register now and submit your desired topics below. \nRemember\, the more Collective Connections you attend\, the more chances of being entered to win a prize at the end of the year! \n#CollectiveConnections #PCMACE
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/september-collective-connections/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20210910T002254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210910T002254Z
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SUMMARY:New Membership Orientation – 3rd Quarter 2021
DESCRIPTION: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 to take full advantage of all we offer! \nThis will be an interactive session led by the membership chairs of our 17 North American Regional Chapters. New and prospective members will hear an overview of benefits\, hear testimonials for their peers\, and participate in breakouts for how to best utilize their membership.
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/new-membership-orientation-3rd-quarter-2021/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20210630T184213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T161419Z
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SUMMARY:Worried? Stressed? Reframe\, Revise\, and Revamp Rigid Responses to Refresh your Viewpoint
DESCRIPTION:​PCMA Education Committee Presents: \nPCMACE Webinar:  Worried? Stressed? Reframe\, Revise\, and Revamp Rigid Responses to Refresh your Viewpoint \nDate: October 14\, 2021 \nTime:  \nPartner Lounges: 11:30AM – 12:00PM EST \nMain Session: 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST \nDescription:  \nAre you feeling overwhelmed due to the ongoing pandemic? Do you often feel “on edge” throughout the day? Do you have trouble “stopping” negative thoughts within this context? If you answered Yes! to any/all question(s)\, you should attend this interactive session focused on your emotional wellbeing. This session aims to assist you in creating personal calmness during the continued COVID-19 pandemic. You will learn how to identify and become attuned to your emotions. You will develop skills to address your stress and worries using a variety of strategies. To conclude\, you will have an opportunity to create personal affirmations to develop a growth mindset. \n\n\n\nAt the end of this session\, you will be able to:\n\n\n1.     Identify and acknowledge your feelings and emotions\n\n\n2.     Incorporate strategies to address increased anxiety during a stressful time\n\n\n3.     Move towards acceptance of the unknown by fostering a perspective of adaptability with the use of affirmations\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Rosina Mete\, MSc\, PhD\, RP \n \nRosina Mete\, MSc\, RP\, PhD is a Registered Psychotherapist who works for Interprofessional Care Team providing psychotherapy and counselling to address barriers to mental health services in the Niagara Region. Rosina is a skilled clinician with experience in community health\, hospital\, and university settings. She presently volunteers as an International Research Fellow with Young Minds Malaysia\, a non-profit organization promoting mental health awareness and education among Malaysian youth. Additionally\, Rosina obtained her PhD in Leadership and Policy from Niagara University in 2018. Her dissertation examined the impact of social support on psychological wellbeing among a chronically ill population (COPD). She continues to remain active in research regarding education\, mental health strategies\, and technology in mental health. \nSponsored By: \n  ​ \n​ \n​Platform Sponsored By:
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/pcmace-education-session-2/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211021
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
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SUMMARY:Canadian Meetings + Events Expo
DESCRIPTION:Register today for the Canadian Meetings + Events Expo taking place October 19 and 20\, 2021 from 10:00AM – 5:00PM EST each day at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. \nMake sure to come visit us at booth 1331! \nCheck out PCMA Canada East’s Session at the CMEE on October 19th at 2:00PM EST. \n\nStatus Quo Bias – Why you resist change\, why this will hurt you and how to prevent it from happening in a Post Pandemic World\n\n\nResisting change is a natural reaction. It is easy to stick to the status quo and stay in your comfort zone\, but in a post pandemic world it will only hurt you. This session will help you question why you resist change so that you can start taking steps forward towards acceptance. Learn how to not only accept change but use it to fuel your success. \nLearner Outcomes:\n• Examine the real reason behind why you resist change\n• Recognize how your resistance to change will only hinder your performance\, not help it\n• Learn the tools and techniques to turn resistance into acceptance\n• Create a personal change roadmap \n\n\nKaren Calder\n\n\n\nFounder and CEO\, Karen Calder Coaching & Consulting\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKaren Calder is the Founder and CEO of Karen Calder Coaching & Consulting\, a company centered on change and how our mind shapes the path to success. She has helped organizations transform their cultures\, implement talent solutions and develop high performing leaders and teams. Her experience spans from nationally-recognized to globally successful brandslike Walmart\, Home Depot and FirstService Residential to name a few. Burnout and a career setback\, propelled Karen to delve into the power of mindset and habits that support or limit our success. Her mission today is to help organizations\, teams and individuals understand that authentic and sustainable change is possible by systematically breaking through the mental blocks that hold us back from realizing our full potential. \nKaren holds a Master’s in Workplace Leadership and Change from the University of Calgary and over 30 years of experience as an executive in the corporate world before moving full time into a high-performance mindset coach\, consultant and facilitator. \nSpeaker sponsored by:
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/canadian-meetings-events-expo/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20210908T170425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211018T162556Z
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SUMMARY:November Education Session
DESCRIPTION:PCMA Education Committee Presents: \nPCMACE Webinar:  Let’s Talk Pandemic Compliance \nDate: November 04\, 2021 \nTime: \nImpact Partner Lounge and Networking Lounge: 11:30AM – 12:00PM EST \nMain Session: 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST \nFee: Members: Complimentary | Non-Members: $25.00+ HST \nDescription: \nWith mandatory vaccines now being part of our language\, how are you REIMAGINING your events? What protocols do you think are still necessary? Are you unsure how to proceed? This session will provide you with key considerations to assist you cultivate a safe environment for your attendees and staff.  Let’s talk about the NEW guest experience! \n\nDestination Selection\nVenue Best Practices\nCreating a Duty of Care\nDeveloping Protocols and a Code of Conduct\nScreening and Mandatory Vaccines\nCommunication Strategies\n\nSpeaker: Mary Jo Sterns\, Pandemic Compliance Advisor for Events\, hospitality.ca \n \nA self-described Event Nerd\, Mary Jo is committed to hospitality and creating outstanding guest experiences. A seasoned industry professional\, Mary Jo brings a robust collection of experience. She has worked across all sectors of the industry – events\, meetings\, incentive travel\, hotels\, destination management and education.  Mary Jo’s mission is to support event management and hospitality professionals via collaboration and education.  For the past year\, Mary Jo’s focus has been about everything “Pandemic Compliance” and how this will affect our events moving forward. Mary Jo works with various clients\, venues and colleagues\, sharing her knowledge and creating safe and exceptional guest experiences. \nPlatform Partner:
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/save-the-date-november-education-session/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211123T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211123T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20210713T141133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T181202Z
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SUMMARY:PCMA CE Hybrid AGM & Awards
DESCRIPTION:Register today for the PCMA Canada East Hybrid AGM & Awards! \nJoin us virtually or in-person in Toronto or Ottawa! (Locations: Toronto – MTCC/Intercontinental Toronto Centre and Ottawa – Westin Ottawa). The AGM and Awards Ceremony are both hybrid and complimentary to attend. \nHybrid Annual General Meeting – 4:00PM – 4:30PM\nHybrid Networking Break – 4:30PM – 5:00PM\nHybrid Awards Ceremony – 5:00PM – 6:15PM\nIn-Person Dinner – 6:30PM – 8:30PM
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/pcma-ce-agm-awards/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211216T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211216T173000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20211029T183056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211124T131749Z
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SUMMARY:PCMA Canada East Holiday Event
DESCRIPTION:PCMA Education Committee Presents: \nPCMACE Webinar: Holiday Jingle & Virtual Mingle \nDate: December 16\, 2021 \nTime: 4:00PM – 5:30PM EST \nDetails: ​​​​​​​ This year\, think festive cocktails meets your favourite all time holiday music\, with a sprinkle of nostalgic bingo\, and you get our 2nd edition of #PCMACE Holiday Jingle and Virtual Mingle. Join us on December 16th at 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm as we kick off this holiday season with cocktails and musical bingo. What’s musical bingo\, you ask? Let’s just say if your grandmother’s traditional bingo had a baby with a DJ\, Musical Bingo would be their child. No numbers over here!! We are calling out ALL the holiday classics with their iconic music videos to really set the tone for our celebration. In addition\, every attendee will be emailed a recipe card to create their own cocktail at home.  If you are feeling extra festive\, show us your best dance moves to be featured on screen for a chance to win a spirit award. Let’s see those Ugly Christmas Sweaters and PJs. Did we mention fury friends are welcome\, too!? \nCome holly\, come jolly but most of all come thirsty. We look forward to seeing you on December 16th! \nPCMA Canada East Community Service Initiative: \nThe Community Service & Sustainability Committee are asking members and non-members if they would like to make a donation when registering for this event. \nYour donation can go a long way. On an average\, every dollar donated is worth up to $5 of food delivered. All donations will be distributed to Local Food Banks of your region. \nTogether we can make a difference! \nPlease note\, we will not be issuing donation receipts. \nThank you to our partners: \n\n \n\n\n \n\nThank you to our platform provider:
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/pcma-canada-east-holiday-event/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220113
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20211018T163713Z
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SUMMARY:PCMA Convening Leaders
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE to visit the PCMA Convening Leaders event website and REGISTER NOW! \nJoin 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.  \nDiscover why thousands of business events professionals and community leaders from around the world come to Convening Leaders every year to explore\, through leading-edge education\, research\, and networking\, how business events generate economic and social legacies for businesses and communities. 
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/pcma-convening-leaders/
LOCATION:Caesars Forum\, 3911 Koval Ln\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T131500
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20220105T210150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T021615Z
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SUMMARY:Case Study on Hybrid Events - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:PCMA Education Committee Presents: \nPCMACE Webinar:  Case Study on Hybrid Events – Part 2 – What have we learned from recent experiences …What to expect for 2022…. \nDate: February 24\, 2022 \nTime: 12:00PM – 1:15PM EST \nDescription:  \nLast year we held a session about creating successful hybrid events.  In November\, our team planned a multi-city hybrid event for our Awards and AGM.  To discuss this experience and more hybrid events as case studies\, we have assembled a panel of experienced hybrid event technicians consisting of production and planning experts.  This group of experts will discuss what they learned from these recent experiences and will be led through a series of questions to provide you with knowledge and valuable insight as you plan your own hybrid events. \nJoin the conversation….register today! \nPanel: \nModerator: \n\nNatalie Marino\, CMP\, DES\, Show Director – EnsembleIQ\n\n \nNatalie has been in the events industry for nearly 20 years and has seen things from both the venue and planner perspectives. She began in hospitality\, working for various hotel and convention centre properties in Ontario before shifting to the Canadian association world\, where she planned everything from webinars to Board meetings to national conferences over the past decade. \nShe has earned her Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) and Digital Events Strategist (DES) designations and is an avid volunteer with the PCMA Canada East chapter. In November\, Natalie was presented with the Inspirational Planner of the Year award for 2021.  Natalie lives in rural Niagara\, Ontario with her husband\, 2 dogs and a geriatric cat. In her free time\, Natalie is an avid crafter and DIY-er with a penchant for home renovations. \nSpeakers: \n\nHeather Reid\, DES\, Principal Planner – Innovative Conferences & Communications\n\n \nHeather Reid ARCT MSc DES\, the Principal Planner & Owner of Innovative Conferences & Communications\, has been engaged in the meetings industry since 1994.  Beginning in the industry through her work with a national association\, to founding her own independent full service event management company in 2000\, Heather has focused her work in the not-for-profit and association sectors.  She is also the Founder & CEO of Planner Protect Inc – a boutique consulting agency in the meetings and events industry.  Heather is an active member of CanSPEP\, PCMA\, MPI and CSAE and is currently President Elect for the PCMA Canada East Chapter.  She is humbled to have received national recognition for her thought leadership and innovation in the industry\, including being named to the Canadian Meetings & Events Expo Hall of Fame in 2017\, awarded a Smart Woman In Meetings award in the Innovator Category in 2017\, and most recently honoured with the Canadian Society of Professional Event Planners’ Heidi Wilker Award of Excellence in Mentorship in 2021.  Even with almost 30 years of experience\, it is Heather’s desire to continue to grow in this exciting and ever-changing industry\, as she is constantly challenged to learn and is inspired by those around her. \n\nChuck Corrigan\, Senior Director of Production\, Central Canada – Encore Canada\n\n \nWith nearly 20 years of industry experience\, Chuck is skilled at working with clients from concept to close. Whether he is providing on-site technical direction\, product evaluation\, or national training and mentorship\, clients are assured they are always receiving top-notch service. Creating memorable experiences is his area of expertise\, and he uses the collaborative resources of the Encore enterprise to ensure an unforgettable client experience. \nHis areas of expertise are crew and project management\, and he leads with a “get it done” attitude. Working closely with his Encore team\, Chuck stops challenges before they become obstacles\, ensuring a smooth-running event. Chuck continually updates his event staging and technology skills\, making him an industry leader. He has provided his expertise on events like the International AIDS Conference\, the Summit of the Americas\, the Commonwealth Summit and of course PCMA Canada East’s Canadian Innovation Conference every year since its inception. \n\nElizabeth (Liz) Buttigieg\, Event & Association Manager\, Absolute Conferences & Events Inc.\n\n \nLiz is a client-focused and passionate Events Manager who brings her dedication and attention to detail to each event. With experience in the not-for-profit organization world and Association Management\, Liz has developed a sound understanding of strategic thinking by focusing on the member/client experience. Liz’s administrative management\, combined with her passion\, great attitude\, focus and performance makes her an invaluable asset to the Absolute Team. \n\nMark Cooney\, National Client Solutions Director – Encore Canada\n\n \nWith an extensive career in production management and venue AV across Canada and the US\, Mark Cooney has brought his expertise to the team of Encore Canada team since 2010.  Mark’s thorough knowledge of the industry propels him to go above and beyond with every client with whom he works\, striving to always create successful\, experiential events. Mark’s ability to lead and support teams have made him a go-to for collaboration across the Encore enterprise. With a passion for perfection and the knowledge to deliver\, his goal is to raise the bar for clients year after year. \nMark has worked events of all sizes over his career\, including large productions such as the International Indian Film Academy Awards\, 2015 Pan American Games and the 2019- 2022 Little Native Hockey League (LNHL) Tournament opening ceremonies. He is a member of the Industry Advisory Council for the Special Events Diploma Program at George Brown College’s School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. Mark also serves as an active member on Encore Canada’s Diversity\, Equity and Inclusivity (DE&I) Committee. \n 
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/save-the-date-2/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T100357
CREATED:20220105T210629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220201T024104Z
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SUMMARY:March Collective Connections
DESCRIPTION:COLLECTIVE CONNECTIONS – MARCH SESSION \nDate: March 10\, 2022 \nTime: 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST \nFee: Complimentary for all! \nPCMA Canada East is proud to present Collective Connections\, an exciting new opportunity for our chapter to connect with one another and network with a FUN SPIN! Using THE WHEEL of TOPICS\, we will randomly select the topic of discussion. \n#CollectiveConnections #PCMACE
URL:https://canadaeast.pcma.org/event/collective-connections/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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