We have two new Membership committee members that we wanted to introduce you to. Please welcome Bel Hanson, CMP, DES, Senior Manager of Operations and Programs for International Society for Computational Biology (ISCB) and Heather Miller, National Sales Executive for Visit Lauderdale. Both Bel and Heather are members of the Heartland Chapter and long-term members
Thank you to our fellow Chapter members who responded to the survey Sandy recently sent. Here is some of the feedback received so far regarding food and beverage, hotel negotiations and hotel Covid-19 cleaning policies. If you haven’t yet completed the survey, please do so. How will food and beverage look at your next conference?
As this year unfolds and we then enter 2022, returning to in-person events will be both welcoming and perhaps even revelational. Rich Vallaster, CEM, DES of Personify A2Z Events shared his five lessons from his first in-person event in 16 in a recent PCMA forum post. He graciously is allowing us to share his forum
Today we spotlight Visit Wichita Kansas – one of the Heartland Chapter’s valued sponsors. What is recently new in Wichita, KS? Our Flexibility Promise offers no attrition, no food and beverage minimums and the ability to cancel penalty-free up to 21 days out. This offer is available for meeting planners who contract by September 30, 2021,
This week in our Focus On A Member Series, we hear from Taylor Abbate, CMP What was your favorite Netflix binge during 2020? New Girl! I have probably watched the whole series three times now, but it never gets old! Where is the first place you will travel when the pandemic is over? Literally anywhere
This week for our Focus On A Member series, we hear from Kristin Malek, PhD, CMP, CED, DES, CHE. What was your favorite Netflix binge during 2020? Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Where is the first place you will travel when the pandemic is over? Cape Cod to see my family! What is the best recipe you
This week for our Focus On A Member series, we hear from Melissa Whitaker CMP, DES Meetings Consultant What was your favorite Netflix binge during 2020? So many to choose from: Virgin River, The Queen’s Gambit, Sweet Magnolias, FireFly Lane. Personally, or professionally, were there any positive things that came out of the pandemic (i.e. more time
Today we spotlight Branson, Missouri – one of the Heartland Chapter’s valued sponsors. What is recently new in Branson? One thing you can count on in 2021 is Branson finding new ways to entertain you and your attendees including new thrilling attractions, live shows, world-class golf, and celebrity dining experiences. Aquarium at the Boardwalk-This aquarium
This week for our Focus On A Member series, we hear from Geralyn Krist, CMP, Global Account Executive, Conference Direct What was your favorite Netflix binge during 2020? Top of the list – Schitt’s Creek!! Where is the first place you will travel when the pandemic is over? Our family vacation to Fort Walton Beach
Seven Heartland Chapter members attended January’s PCMA Convening Leaders conference using their scholarships awarded to them by the Chapter. This week, we hear from Rhonda Chesney, consultant, and feature her key takeaways from her Convening Leaders (CL) experience. What is the best thing about attending Convening Leaders virtually this year? Rhonda: Gratitude to participate and
This week for our Focus On A Member series, we hear from Peggy Ford Senior Sales Executive at Marriott Marquis Chicago. What was your favorite Netflix binge during 2020? Like a lot of people…Schitt’s Creek Where is the first place you will travel when the pandemic is over? Hopefully attend my first parents weekend at
This week for our Focus On A Member Series, we hear from Meredith Carr, M. P. Collective, Inc. What was your favorite Netflix binge during 2020? Only one?! I think quarantine started with Tiger King, and then Peaky Blinders, and then all three seasons of Ozark. Where is the first place you will travel when
PCMA Heartland Chapter member, Kristin Malek, shares her key takeaways from a very successful hybrid event earlier this month: What was your event’s name and what date was it held? “Level Up Your Event Game” – April 1, 2021. This was a hybrid event for meeting professionals that was planned by the Advanced Event Operations
This week for our Focus On A Member series, we hear from Sarah Morrissey, Director of Meetings and Events, Distinctive Meetings Inc. What was your favorite Netflix binge during 2020? Ozark and Bridgerton…and Disney Plus…SO MUCH Disney with the kids. Personally, or professionally, were there any positive things that came out of the pandemic (i.e. more
Today we spotlight Visit Manhattan Kansas – one of the Heartland Chapter’s valued sponsors. What is recently new in Manhattan, KS? The Manhattan Conference Center was expanded in 2020 by more than 11,000 square feet. Also, the Courtyard by Marriott will be opening in July 2021, located in the heart of Aggieville, across from Kansas
This week for our Focus On A Member series, we hear from Vicki Baker, Senior Account Executive, US Account Sales, Marriott International What was your favorite Netflix binge during 2020? Queen’s Gambit. Where is the first place you will travel when the pandemic is over? To the Beach. What is the best recipe you
This week, we focus on Heartland Chapter member, Ashley Taber PCMA Heartland Chapter Administrator. What was your favorite Netflix binge during 2020? Schitt’s Creek for sure! Where is the first place you will travel when the pandemic is over? Hopefully a tropical destination cruise with the family! What is the best recipe you tried in
This week we focus on Heartland Chapter member, Cheri Jones, CMP Cheri Jones Meetings. What was your favorite Netflix binge during 2020? The Crown, Heartland. What is the best recipe you tried in 2020? Homemade Cinnamon Rolls, Grilled Artichokes, Zucchini Rollatini. Personally or professionally, were there any positive things that came out of
The Chapter awarded four members during the February 18 virtual Annual Installation and Awards Banquet. The event kicked off 2021 for the Chapter with the Induction of the Chapter’s Board Members and then, emceed by André Valk, presented these awards: Emerging Leader Award – Vicki Baker This award is for a member within our Chapter
This week, we focus on Heartland Chapter member, Caitlin Condie, Manager, Meetings and Expositions Kellen Company. What was your favorite Netflix binge during 2020? Oh gosh – I watched so much Netflix in 2020! I watched all 6 seasons of Schitts Creek at the beginning of the year (and then when season 6 aired)
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Today we spotlight Encore (formerly PSAV) – one of the Heartland Chapter’s valued sponsors. What is recently new at PSAV (Encore)? Our rebrand! After the initial announcement of our global brand change in 2020, in January we moved forward with our organization’s official name change to Encore. Please check out our new website
Seven Heartland Chapter members attended last month’s PCMA Convening Leaders conference using their scholarships awarded to them by the Chapter. This week, we hear from Liza M. Lampi and feature her key takeaways from her CL experience. Liza M. Lampi Digital Event Strategist Eventive Meetings What was the best thing about attending Convening Leaders
This week, we focus on Heartland Chapter member, Hayley Neverve, Regional Sales Manager, Caesars Entertainment Corporation What was your favorite Netflix binge during 2020? Oh man, so many! Schitt’s Creek, Bridegerton, Love Life, and Yellowstone which wasn’t Netflix but a MUST watch. Where is the first place you will travel when the pandemic
Check out these ideas/recommendations for a physical meeting/exhibit floor during these COVID-19 times and what may be needed in the foreseeable future post-pandemic. These ideas are from a 2020 NY IAEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers professional association) webinar. 1. Use wider aisles. Consider all 15-foot aisles. 2. Use one-way aisles. 3. Consider expanding
Seven Heartland Chapter members attended last month’s PCMA Convening Leaders conference using their scholarships awarded to them by the Chapter. This week, we hear from Rhonda Chesney, consultant, and feature her key takeaways from her Convening Leaders (CL) experience. What is the best thing about attending Convening Leaders virtually this year? Rhonda: Gratitude to
This week, we focus on Heartland Chapter member, Eric Jacobson, Vice President, Business Development at Ascend Media in the Kansas City metro. Did you create a new tradition for a holiday? Because I didn’t travel for Thanksgiving or Christmas last year, our family spread throughout the country connected via Zoom on both days.
Seven Heartland Chapter members attended last month’s PCMA Convening Leaders conference using their scholarships awarded to them by the Chapter. This week, we hear from Vicki Baker and feature her key takeaways from her Convening Leaders (CL) experience. Vicki Baker Senior Account Executive, US Account Sales Marriott International What was the best thing about
Seven Heartland Chapter members attended last month’s PCMA Convening Leaders conference, using their scholarships awarded to them by the Chapter. In this week’s newsletter, we feature Annie Tebow’s highlights and key takeaways from the conference. Annie Tebow, CMP, DES Senior Event Planner Meetings and Conventions American Academy of Family Physicians I’m so thankful for
Seven Heartland Chapter members attended last month’s PCMA Convening Leaders conference, using their scholarships awarded to them by the Chapter. This week, we hear from Steve Donlin, Regional Sales Director, Encore and highlight his key takeaways from his CL experience. Stay tuned for future issues of The Pulse to hear from the other scholarship winners.
When did you become involved in the PCMA Heartland Chapter and what made you want to join? I became involved with the PCMA Heartland Chapter about 17 years ago. I was new to the industry and saw it as an opportunity to learn from others. What are you looking forward to in 2021 as the
Today we spotlight Little Rock AR- one of the Heartland Chapter’s valued sponsors. What is recently new in Little Rock? In 2020, Little Rock embraced the outdoors with the opening of a new mountain biking trail at nearby Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Work has also continued on the reimagined Arkansas Arts Center and it’s currently
Congratulations to our Chapter member, Taylor Abbate, CMP, who recently was named and awarded one of PCMA’s 20 in Their Twenties’ Class of 2021. In PCMA’s announcement, it said the 2021 class represents 20 of the brightest and most talented global professionals from the next generation of business events leaders. “Each of these emerging leaders
HEARTLAND CHAPTER of the PROFESSIONAL CONVENTION MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION BYLAWS (Revised October 22, 2020) ARTICLE I NAME The name of this organization is the Heartland Chapter of the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) and will be referred to as the “Chapter” in these Bylaws. ARTICLE II OBJECTIVES Section 1. The principal purpose of this Chapter shall
Today we spotlight Louisville Tourism: one of the Heartland Chapter’s valued sponsors. What is recently new in Louisville? “We are excited about the following new attractions and venues that have recently opened,” shares David Kinney, Director of Midwest Sales: Louisville City FC Stadium (Lynn Family Stadium) A new 10,000-seat soccer stadium, home to
Impressively, our Heartland Chapter has 13 members who have belonged to the Chapter 20 or more years. Their contributions to our Chapter have been, and continue to be, invaluable. We benefit from their shared wisdom, experience and advice. In today’s edition of The Pulse, we feature one of our 20-plus-years members, Kitty Ratcliffe. Read on
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Today we spotlight Cox Business Convention Center, Tulsa OK: one of the Heartland Chapter’s valued sponsors. Cox Business Convention Center (CBCC) offers over 275,000 square-foot of event space in downtown Tulsa, OK. Voted Best Event Venue in Tulsa* and a top 20 convention center in North America,** CBCC opened in 1964 and has modernized and
Tips For Effectively Using Zoom Thank you to Heartland Chapter member, Kristin Malek, for hosting a variety of recent webinars on how to use Zoom effectively. Kristin is an Event Management Extension Specialist and Assistant Professor at the University of Nebraska Lincoln; Lincoln. She is a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) and a Digital Event
Impressively, our Heartland Chapter has 13 members who have belonged to the Chapter 20 or more years. Their contributions to our Chapter have been, and continue to be, invaluable. We benefit from their shared wisdom, experience and advice. In today’s edition of The Pulse, we feature one of our 20-plus-years members, Cassi Connors. Read on to
Impressively, our Heartland Chapter has 13 members who have belonged to the Chapter 20 or more years. Their contributions to our Chapter have been, and continue to be, invaluable. We benefit from their shared wisdom, experience and advice. In today’s edition of The Pulse, we feature one of our 20-plus-years members, Dale Shuter. Read on
Impressively, our Heartland Chapter has 13 members who have belonged to the Chapter 20 or more years. Their contributions to our Chapter have been, and continue to be, invaluable. We benefit from their shared wisdom, experience, and advice. In today’s edition of The Pulse, we feature one of our 20-plus-years members: Kate Turner. Read on
Impressively, our Heartland Chapter has 13 members who have belonged to the Chapter 20 or more years. Their contributions to our Chapter have been, and continue to be, invaluable. We benefit from their shared wisdom, experience and advice. In today’s edition of The Pulse, we feature one of our 20-plus-years members, David Peckinpaugh. Read on
Dr. Kristin Malek has over ten years in event management experience to include third-party, corporate, hotels, food service, and retail. She had the honor of being named a Hilton Merit Scholar and MGM Resorts International Scholar and went on to receive her Master’s Degree in International Hospitality and Tourism Management from the University of South
Belinda Waldo Director of Sales, Midwest Region ALHI (Associated Luxury Hotels International) Impressively, our Heartland Chapter has 13 members who have belonged to the Chapter 20 or more years. Their contributions to our Chapter have been, and continue to be, invaluable. We benefit from their shared wisdom, experience and advice. In today’s edition of
Impressively, our Heartland Chapter has 13 members who have belonged to the Chapter 20 or more years. Their contributions to our Chapter have been, and continue to be, invaluable. We benefit from their shared wisdom, experience, and advice. In today’s edition of The Pulse, we feature one of our 20-plus-years members: Tanya Lowery Read on to
Impressively, our Heartland Chapter has 13 members who have belonged to the Chapter 20 or more years. Their contributions to our Chapter have been, and continue to be, invaluable. We benefit from their shared wisdom, experience, and advice. In today’s edition of The Pulse, we feature one of our 20-plus-years members: Missy Johnson Read on
The following tips are from an article by Stacey Colino’s June 11, 2020 article on the AARP website.Colino states that “thanks to stay-at-home orders and office closures, people may be having new aches and pains because they’re less active than usual, they have a different work setup at home or they’re doing more cleaning and
I’ve been the Director of Meetings at the American Association of Orthodontists for about 18 months. And, somewhere around the middle of 2019, I learned that my department’s budget for continuing education had been drastically cut from what had been spent in year’s past. Immediately it registered that this cut meant some of us would
Register here for our upcoming webinar, June 25th 11:00 am- 12:00 pm CDT as we hear from our speakers Keli O’Neill and Kathy Nelson about an Inside Look at KC Chiefs Super Bowl Parade! A webinar link will be emailed out after registration. Meet The Speakers: Keli O’Neill Wenzel: CEO and President of O’Neill Events