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SUMMARY:Global Meetings Industry Day - Meet Safe
DESCRIPTION:New Road. New Journey. New Opportunity. #meetsafe\nThursday\, April 7\, 3:00 – 6:00 pm (Registration is now closed)\nThe GMID education event will take place at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in the Atrium Ballroom on April 7th from 3:00pm-5:00pm followed by a networking reception. \nAgenda \n2:30 Registration Opens\n3:00 Welcome | Marcus Eng\n3:20 Looking Towards the Next Generation of Advocates |  Dr. Erinn Tucker-Oluwole\, Ethan Davis\n3:40 How and Why to Advocate | Robin Troutman\n3:50 Break\n4:05 The Future of the Meetings and Events Industry | Desiree Knight\, Michael Massari\, Martha Sheridan\n4:45 Closing Remarks\n5:00 Networking Reception \n\nRegistration Options\n \nThe education session on Thursday\, April 7 will be offered both virtually and in-person. When registering\, please select Virtual or In-Person prior to selecting your membership category. \n\nCOVID-19 Guidelines\nThe safety and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority for the Capital Chapter.  We will be implementing the following guidelines: \n\nProof of full vaccination will be required and verified prior to entrance. There will be no exceptions to this policy. Unfortunately\, with the current transmission rates we will not be offering in-person access with proof of negative COVID-19 test results for non-vaccinated people.  We do invite and encourage anyone to join us via the virtual platform and receive the full content of the event.\nAttendees are strongly encouraged to wear masks while not actively eating or drinking.\nProtect yourself by frequent hand washing and minimizing face touching.\nDo NOT attend if feeling ill or if you have had recent COVID-19 exposure.\n\n\nAll Access Passholders: This event is included in your pass. Please contact capital@pcma.org if you have not received your discount code. \nCE Credit: PCMA CC has been approved by the Events Industry Council (EIC) as a Preferred Provider of the below-listed continuing education courses\, which qualify for CMP continuing education credit. Determination of continuing education credit eligibility or Preferred Provider status does not imply EIC’s endorsement or assessment of education quality. This event qualifies for 1.5 CE credits. \n\nThank you to our Partners\nVenue Sponsor\n\nPresenting Partner\n\nAudio Visual Sponsor\n \nPhotography Sponsor\n\nSignage Sponsor\n\nPromotional Video Sponsor
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/gmid-2022/
LOCATION:Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center\, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
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SUMMARY:Global Meetings Industry Day - Meetings Matter
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the the 2023 Global Meetings Industry Day Event!\nTogether\, we continue to pave the way for a brighter future. Join leaders in the meetings industry to discuss solutions to the current issues we are all facing.\n.\nLet’s tell our story to elected leaders and the media that meetings\, events and business travel is essential to our country.\n.\nNetwork with your colleagues! #GMID2023 #MeetingsMatter\n.\nAgenda: \n3:00 pm – 4:00 pm — Welcome & 1st Panel\n.\nState of the Industry From All Sides \nJoin us for an open conversation about the state of the meeting industry. Transform challenges and move to thrive! Hear top leaders of the industry discuss the challenges event professionals will face in the next few years.\n.\n.\nMary Kreins\, CASE\nPresident\nPCMA Capital Chapter\n.\n.\n.\nPhil Rappoport\nPresident\nMPI Potomac Chapter\n.\n.\n.\nHunter Clemens\, CAE\, CMP\nChairman\nAssociation of Meeting Professionals (AMPs)\n\n. \n\n\n..\nClaudia Maurer\, CEM\nChair\, IAEE DC Chapter\n.\n.\n.\n.\nModerator – Robin Troutman\n.\n.\n.\n. \n\n4:00 pm – 4:15 pm — Break\n.\n4:15 pm – 5:15 pm — Chapter Updates & 2nd Panel\n.\nThe Voices of Our Industry\nOur voices matter\, together we can promote the value of face-to-face meetings and events that positively impact local\, national and global economies. Our panelists will discuss how we can actively engage policymakers\, business professionals\, educators and young professionals to raise the overall awareness of the meetings and events industry through a single\, powerful voice.\n.\n.\nTommy Goodwin\nVice President\, Government Affairs\nExhibitions & Conferences Alliance\n.\n.\n.\nEric Johnston III\nDirector – Federal Government Affairs\nMarriott\n.\n.\n.\nNicole Porter\nVice President\, Political Affairs – PAC and Grassroots\nUS Travel Association\n.\n.\n\n.\nModerator – Sandy Yi-Davis\nFounder & Head of Event Design\nStrategic Meeting International\n.\n.\n5:15 pm – 5:30 pm — Wrap up & Closing\n.\n5:30 pm – 7:00 pm — Networking Reception\n\n\nMartha’s Table was selected as the PCMA Capital Chapter Charity of the Year. Every week 5\,000 families turn to Martha’s Table for healthy food – more than double the number of visitors from before the pandemic.\n​​​​​\nPlease bring trail mix\, goldfish\, and granola bars to ALL of our Capital Chapter events. Your healthy snack donations will help the 200+ neighbors experiencing hunger who rely on Martha’s Table for their meals. If you’re unable to attend\, please consider a cash donation! \n\nAll Access Passholders: This event is included in your pass. Please contact capital@pcma.org if you have not received your discount code. \nCE Credit: PCMA CC has been approved by the Events Industry Council (EIC) as a Preferred Provider of the below-listed continuing education courses\, which qualify for CMP continuing education credit. Determination of continuing education credit eligibility or Preferred Provider status does not imply EIC’s endorsement or assessment of education quality. This event qualifies for 2.0 CE credits. \n\n\n\nGMID Presenting Partner\n\n\n\nVenue Sponsor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAudio/Visual Sponsor\n\nRegistration Desk Sponsor\n\nAnnual Partners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n.
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SUMMARY:Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) 2025
DESCRIPTION:Adapt\, Innovate\, Lead: Shaping the Future of the Global Meeting Industry\nIn an era defined by rapid technological advancements\, shifting societal expectations\, and unprecedented global challenges\, the meeting industry stands at a pivotal crossroads. This session\, “Adapt\, Innovate\, Lead: Trends Shaping the Global Meeting Industry\,” invites industry professionals\, leaders\, and innovators to explore the transformative trends shaping the future of meetings and events worldwide. \nJoin us for an insightful and interactive session where we will delve into the key forces driving change in the industry. We will discuss how emerging technologies such as virtual reality\, artificial intelligence\, and hybrid meeting platforms are redefining participant engagement and creating immersive experiences. Discover strategies for adapting to the evolving preferences of a more diverse and inclusive global audience while maintaining the delicate balance between in-person and virtual gatherings. \nMoreover\, we will explore innovative leadership practices that empower meeting planners and supplies to confidently navigate this dynamic landscape. Interactive discussion panels will offer insights into leadership skills essential for fostering resilience\, adaptability\, and strategic decision-making in today’s complex and interconnected world. \nWhether you are a seasoned professional or new to the field\, this session will equip you with valuable knowledge and practical tools to not only adapt to current trends but to also channel innovation and lead with vision. Engage with peers\, share experiences\, and strategize on harnessing these trends to propel your events and meetings to the forefront of the industry. \nDon’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of the conversation that is shaping the future of how we meet and connect globally. Join us to adapt\, innovate\, and lead with confidence and purpose in the ever-evolving meeting industry. \n  \nDate: \nApril 3\, 2025 \nLocation: \nRonald Reagan Building – Pavilion \n1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC 20004 \n  \nAgenda:\n \n3pm – Registration Opens \n3:30pm – Program Starts \n5:30pm – Networking Reception \n  \nStoryteller/Emcee: Naomi Clare Crellin\, Founder & CEO\, Storycraft Lab  \nFireside Chat Speakers:  \nTopic 1 – Adapt: Joel E. Roberson\, Partner\, Holland & Knight  \nTopic 2 – Innovate: Carter Dunham\, Vice President\, Sales\, Production Resource Group   \nTopic 3 – Lead: Nathaniel Holic\, Membership Manager\, Association for Fundraising Professionals  \n  \nNaomi Clare Crellin\, Founder & CEO\, Storycraft Lab (Storyteller/Emcee)\nNaomi Clare Crellin is the founder of Storycraft Lab and a recognized leader in audience engagement\, event personalization and experience design. She teaches Engagement Strategy at NYU and has led innovative exhibit and experience design projects for global brands and organizations such as Google\, Deloitte\, Marriott International and NASA.   \nCreator of the design thinking tools the Experience Profiles (TM) and the Wheel of Belonging\, Naomi is passionate about leveraging behavioral insights to create experiences that foster belonging and meaningful connection. She is author of the recently published Belonging Playbook\, created in partnership with Google’s Experience Institute\, and Marriott International’s Designing for Engagement Toolkit.  \n  \nJoel E. Roberson\, Partner\, Holland & Knight  (Topic 1 – Adapt) \nMr. Roberson advises high-tech clients on emerging public policy and regulatory issues\, including self-driving cars\, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)\, cybersecurity\, privacy and data breach response. Mr. Roberson has extensive experience working with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to develop policy to support the integration of autonomous vehicles\, drones and advanced air mobility. He is well-versed in preparing clients to testify before Congress\, including congressional investigations into data breaches. Before joining Holland & Knight\, Mr. Roberson served as a law clerk for the House Judiciary Committee where he prepared members of Congress to debate the first reauthorization of the Patriot Act.  \n Additionally\, Mr. Roberson advises healthcare and nutrition clients on public policy and regulatory issues\, including the regulation of food\, pharmaceuticals\, over-the-counter (OTC) drugs and medical gases. He has assisted clients to enact legislation reforming the way the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves and regulates OTC drug products. Mr. Roberson regularly advises clients on food safety\, including implementation of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and the Farm Bill. Mr. Roberson has drafted healthcare legislation\, provisions of major FDA reform bills and amendments to pending legislation that have been enacted into law. He also helps clients prepare public comments to federal agencies and establish internal regulatory compliance programs.  \n Prior to entering private practice\, Mr. Roberson worked within the elected leadership offices of the U.S. House of Representatives for former Congressman J.C. Watts (R-Okla.) and former Congresswoman Deborah Pryce (R-Ohio). In this role with Congress\, he prepared major legislation for floor debate\, including development of debate strategy\, creation of key messages and distribution of floor briefings for members of Congress and congressional staff. In the immediate wake of Hurricane Katrina\, Mr. Roberson led three groups of volunteer law students to both Mississippi and Louisiana to provide volunteer legal services. The students worked on various legal issues including home owner’s insurance\, foreclosure\, succession\, criminal\, immigration and administrative law issues as well as providing basic services to those in need.  \nCarter Dunham\, Vice President\, Sales\, Production Resource Group (Topic 2 – Innovate) \nCarter Dunham’s favorite part about the event experience is creating a journey for each event attendee.  When it comes to events no matter the type or size of the event there is an emotional connection from the moment the wheels lift off\, to the moment they touch back down. “When thinking about events\, it’s critical to not only think about the pieces that make it work\, but also the emotion connected with those pieces and how it lends itself to the event experience.”  \nCarter Dunham is the Vice President\, Sales & Business Development for Association & Exhibits at Production Resource Group (PRG).  His work focuses on helping clients on event strategy and implementation of technology at their events.  Carter is passionate about technology and the role it can provide in working toward more sustainable and accessible events.  He is currently serving on the Rocky Mountain Chapter PCMA Board as the Community Service Chair.  \nCarter holds a bachelor’s degree in theater arts and has spent time working in many sectors of the industry including music\, live performance\, corporate and association events.  Carter is also a proud parent and currently serving as a youth coach for AYL football and assistant scoutmaster with Scouting BSA.  \nNathaniel Holic\, Membership Manager\, Association for Fundraising Professionals (Topic 3 – Lead) \nNathaniel is the Membership Manager at the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP)\, where he focuses on enhancing member engagement\, retention\, and growth through personalized experiences and data-driven strategies. Previously\, he served as Manager of Meetings & Registration at BOMA International\, overseeing event logistics\, member services\, and sponsorship management.  \n Nathaniel has been recognized as a PCMA “20 in Their 20s” honoree and is actively involved in PCMA Capital Chapter\, co-leading the Next Gen Task Force to increase membership engagement for professionals under 30.  \n A graduate of the University of Mary Washington\, Nathaniel holds a B.S. in Marketing with a minor in Physics. His ability to blend technical proficiency with relationship-building skills allows him to deliver impactful experiences for members\, sponsors\, and attendees alike.  \n50/50 Raffle for Future Business Leaders of America:\nThe PCMA Capital Chapter Community Services Committee will be hosting a 50/50 raffle to support the D.C. Chapter – Future Business Leaders of America! Half of the funds raised will go to the raffle winner\, and half of the proceeds will go towards sponsoring a student to attend FBLA’s national competition. \nPlease note that this is a CASH ONLY raffle\, so please be sure to plan accordingly if you’d like to participate. Tickets will be available for purchase at the Community Services/DEI Committee table (look out for ticket sellers wearing yellow aprons). \nTicket pricing: 2 tickets for $5\,  5 tickets for $10\, and 12 tickets for $20 \nThe drawing will take place during evening remarks\, and you must be present to win. \nInterested in donating funds directly to the cause? Donate here! \nWant to learn and/or help more? Contact Bianca DeStout\, Community Services Committee Member and DEI Committee Chair\, at bdestout@visitcincy.com. \n  \nBecome a sponsor for this event now! \nClick here or email pcma.capital.sponsorship@gmail.com for more information. \nThank you to our event sponsors!\nPlatinum Level Partner\n \n  \n  \n  \nAV Partner\n\n  \n  \n  \nEvent Partner\n \n  \n  \nRegistration Partner\n\n  \n  \nReception Partner\n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://capital.pcma.org/event/2025-gmid/
LOCATION:Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center\, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
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