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SUMMARY:Connecting Indigenous Cultures in the Event Industry
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enlightening discussion on fostering meaningful partnerships\, support\, and collaboration between the events industry and the indigenous tribes whose lands host our gatherings. This event will feature insights from tribal property sales directors\, local tribal members\, and experts in indigenous relations\, guiding us on how to respectfully honor the tribes that call our region home. Following the conversation\, engage in networking opportunities with local event professionals and delve into the driving forces behind the vibrant events industry in the Pacific Northwest. \nModerator:  \nBob Sulkosky \nBob Sulkosky grew up in Orting\, Washington and currently resides in the Bellingham area and is serving the Lummi Nation as Business Development Manager at Silver Reef Casin Resort.   He has been in the hospitality & tourism field his entire career.  By trade Bob is a certified pastry chef and has held positions as regional manager\, director of sales and marketing\, and general manager. He has had the opportunity to live and work across the US including Eastern Washington\, Oregon Coast\, Minnesota’s Iron Range\, and Fargo North Dakota. \n  \nPanelists: \nBeau Farris\, MBA  \nTulalip Resort – beau.farris@tulalipresort.com \nBeau is a Tulalip Tribal member and was born and raised on the Tulalip Reservation. He studied business management\, and economics and recently received his MBA from the University of Washington. Beau currently serves as a National Account Manager at Tulalip Resort Casino\, utilizing his role to honor traditions and practices of his tribe for meetings and events. \n  \ntel-em-ich-ten (Brandon Ray Morris) \ntelemichten (Brandon Morris) is from Lummi and serves as a Department Chair at Northwest Indian College for the Tribal Governance and Business Management department. He is also an Alumni of Northwest College\, earning his bachelor degree from Northwest Indian College in the Native Studies and Leadership program. His master’s degree is in Public Administration and from The Evergreen State College’s Tribal Governance cohort of 2018. Brandon serves in multitude of roles at NWIC\, he is co-lead and facilitator of the teaching and learning institute and contributes to the development of content with the committee to prepare all staff to work within tribal college context and learning environment. He is also the curriculum chair and supports the approval and feedback process for new programs\, courses\, and changes.
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/september-education/
LOCATION:Chuckanut Bay Distillery\, 1311 Cornwall Ave\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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SUMMARY:JULY SUMMER SOIREE - Muckleshoot Casino Resort
DESCRIPTION:**REGISTER BY 5pm on 7/24.  NO ONSITE REGISTRATION \n  \nJoin us on the rooftop at the Muckleshoot Casino Resort! \n  \nSmoke and Cedar\, Muckleshoot’s rooftop restaurant situated in the resort’s new tower\, overlooks the essence of the Pacific Northwest. Committed to delivering exceptional guest service\, exquisite beverages\, and a seasonal menu highlighting the finest offerings of the Pacific Northwest. \n  \nThursday\, July 25th \n2:00pm – 4:00pm \n*No need to depart early; join us for the after-party in the Sovereignty Suite. \n  \nMuckleshoot Casino Resort \n2402 Auburn Way S \nAuburn\, WA \n  \nExtra Bonus Available: \nExperience the full package and indulge in a spa treatment! \n  \nEnjoy spa treatments at a 15% discount on this date\, subject to availability\, contact Julie.Koske@Muckleshootcasino.com.
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/july-summer-soiree/
LOCATION:Muckleshoot Casino Resort\, 2402 Auburn Way S\, Auburn\, WA\, 98002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240627
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SUMMARY:PCMA edUcon 2024 Detroit
DESCRIPTION:Experience the future of event leadership at PCMA’s edUcon. Connect with industry peers\, gain insights from innovation trailblazers\, and explore new possibilities for the future of events. Witness live demonstrations of progressive learning formats\, and craft a modern event playbook filled with fresh concepts to elevate your career. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the dynamic landscape of the business events industry as we Transform Together.
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/pcma-educon-2024-detroit/
LOCATION:Huntington Place\, 1 Washington Blvd\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T133000
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SUMMARY:May Education Program- Energize your Event - Mastering Self Care
DESCRIPTION:Energize Your Event:  Mastering Self-Care for Mindful Meeting Pros \nEmbark on a transformative journey toward self-care mastery tailored specifically for mindful meeting professionals.  Join Nicole Mixdorf\, Chief Wholeness Officer of Balance by nature\, for an immersive session where she’ll unveil powerful strategies to seamlessly integrate self-care practices into your bustling life as an event planner or hospitality expert. \nEvents Industry Council CEU Credits Awarded pending approval. \n \n 
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/may-education-event/
LOCATION:AC Hotel Vancouver Washington\, 333 W. Columbia Way\, Vancouver\, WA\, 98660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240405
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SUMMARY:Strategies for Successful Teamwork - Northwest Event Show - April 3-4
DESCRIPTION:From Seattle to San Francisco\, Vancouver to Boise\, and beyond\, the Pacific Northwest boasts remarkable destinations\, venues\, and suppliers that captivate audiences from all corners. Attending the Northwest Event Show\, a top conference for event professionals\, allows you the opportunity to engage with industry frontrunners\, absorb fresh perspectives\, learn from esteemed speakers\, and immerse in unique experiences crafted to spark inspiration for your next face-to-face event. #NWES2024.
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/northwest-event-show-2/
LOCATION:Seattle Convention Center – Summit Building\, 900 Pine St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240229T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240229T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
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SUMMARY:February Education Workshop - AI Challenge-Prompt Engineering **NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION**
DESCRIPTION:**NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION** \nGo from AI curious to AI-enabled in this fun competition that shows how to get the most from generative AI. Your AI output is only as good as your input which means understanding the best way to write prompts will be a foundational skill for all event professionals soon (if it already isn’t). A short dive into prompt writing best practices will give way to a team-based exercise to redesign an event using PCMA’s Spark and ChatGPT. \n3 Strategic Takeaways \nWhat makes a prompt go from OK to Grade A\nHow to iterate using generative AI and design thinking\nExperience a collaborative AI experience to accomplish an event rebranding\nThis is a hands on experience workshop. Please note your personal laptop will be needed.\n**Separate registration is required to attend the AI 101 Breakfast/Program\, your registration to the workshop does not include the cost to attend the Breakfast/Program. \nMeeting Planner – $50\nMember Supplier – $75\nNon-Member Supplier – $100
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/february-education-add-on-ai-hands-on-workshop/
LOCATION:Space Needle Seattle\, 400 Broad Street\, Seattle\, WA\, 98109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240229T100000
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SUMMARY:February Education Program - AI 101 - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:What: AI 101: Everything you wanted to know about AI but were afraid to ask \nWhen: February 29\, 2023; 8:00am networking reception / 8:30am-10:00am program & demo \nSponsored by: The Space Needle\, PCMA Foundation & Stay Pineapple \nWhere: Space Needle \n10:30am – Noon – Post-Program Interactive Workshop\n*Details to come and registration is required \nArtificial intelligence. It’s not one more thing organizers have to learn\, it’s the help you desperately need to take things off your plate. This session will take you from being timid to empowered when using AI-driven tools. Learn how events can benefit from the assistance of “Generative AI” and “Discriminative Deep Learning tools.” You’ll understand terms like these and how they apply to experience design. This interactive session will be led by veteran event pro\, Nick Borelli of Zenus.AI\, who is also the facilitator of the Event Learning Institute’s “Enhancing Event with AI” Certification Course. \nParticipants will learn: \nA deeper understanding of how AI works and its benefits\nEthical considerations\, data privacy and adoption challenges\nUse-cases for pre-event strategy\, marketing and planning\nAI enhancements for attendee engagement\, DEI initiatives and data collection \n \nBio:\nZenus’s Director of Marketing\, Nick Borelli\, has spent over two decades at the intersection of marketing\, events and tech. He is also the instructor for the Event Leadership Institute’s Enhancing Events with AI Course.\n 
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/february-education-program-2/
LOCATION:Space Needle Seattle\, 400 Broad Street\, Seattle\, WA\, 98109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T180000
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SUMMARY:Chapter Reception - Convening Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Join the Pacific Northwest\, Northern California & Southwest & Pacific Chapters for Some Networking to Kick off Convening Leaders 2024 \n \nHosted by: Northern California\, Pacific Northwest\, and Southwest & Pacific Chapters. \nSponsored by: Seattle Southside and Northwest Event Show and SEAS
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/chapter-reception-convening-leaders/
LOCATION:Marriott Marquis San Diego
CATEGORIES:Featured,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Pacific%20Northwest%20Chapter":MAILTO:pacificnorthwest@pcma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240107T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20231110T165215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T165324Z
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SUMMARY:PCMA Convening Leaders 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us Jan. 7-10\, 2024\, when PCMA Convening Leaders brings its flagship education and networking event to San Diego\, California. \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://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/pcma-convening-leaders-2/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Education,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231109T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231109T190000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T204512Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Auction and Drag Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Agenda:\n5:00pm – Arrival & Registration\n5:30pm – Intro and First Rounds of Bingo/Wine Raffle\n6:00pm – Silent Auction Closure – Round 1 & Drag Performance\n6:30pm – 2nd Silent Auction Closure – Round 2 Bingo/Wine Raffle\n7:00pm – Finale – Drag Performance\, Wine Raffle\n7:30pm – Last call\n8:00pm – Conclude\n\nDress Code: \nNo particular dress code – but be bright and vibrant to fit in!\nWe will provide a coat check at check-in\n\nWhat is Included:\nOne Bingo Card & Two Drink Tickets are included with your registration\nWine Raffle Tickets are $10.00 Each\nAdditional Bingo Cards are $5.00 Each\nBeverages are available for purchase after drink tickets are spent\n\nWhat to Bring?:\nCredit cards can be presented at registration for your silent auction “bid number”\nAdditional bingo cards and wine raffles can be purchased via bid number/credit card\nIf you haven’t been before…bring additional $1.00 single dollar bills for Drag Performances and show the love!\n\nHow Does Bingo Work?:\nA card has “one” use.  Once a card is spent\, it cannot be used again\nThere are two expected rounds of Bingo\, you can play as many cards as you want per round.  Diagonal\, Horizontal and Vertical Lines are a win\nCall numbers until the first two winners in each round.\n\nSilent Auction:\nThere are over 60+ amazing packages\n\n\n$500 to Rider Restaurant at Hotel Theodore\nDestinations Galore! Denver\, Scottsdale\, Palm Springs\, Louisville\, and more!\nOvernight stay at Caesars with a Las Vegas Production show and Observation Wheel tickets from the High Roller!\nOvernight Stay at Hyatt Orlando\nTwo! Amazing packages to LA w/ Universal Orlando Passes\nStaycation in Walla Walla\, Spokane\, or Seattle!\n\n\nParking: \nOn-site Valet Rates:\nLess Than Three (3) Hours: $30+ Tax\n3 Hours+: $55+ Tax\n\nNearest Self-Park:\nOlympic Garage Seattle:\n415 Seneca Street\, Seattle\nOne Hour: $10+\nTwo Hours: $13+\nThree Hours: $17+\n\nPublic Transit:\n5th and Seneca Bus Stop (line 257\, 311\, 510\, 545\, & 577) – Fairmont Olympic Hotel stop\n4th and University Bus Stop (577 and 578) – One block Southeast to Fairmont Olympic Hotel\n4th and Seneca Bus Stop (111\, 212\, 218\, 402 & 405) – One block Northeast to Fairmont Olympic Hotel\nUniversity Street Lightrail Stop – Two blocks East on University
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/annual-auction-and-drag-bingo/
LOCATION:Fairmont Olympic Hotel – Seattle\, 411 University St\, Seattle\, 98101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230928T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230928T173000
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SUMMARY:The Power of Inclusion  with Deanna Singh
DESCRIPTION:Join your community of event professionals as we highlight the power of inclusion while showcasing Bellingham and the blossoming events industry it fosters.Explore the power of inclusion! It acknowledges the virtues of issuing public statements\, modifying behavior\, and changing policies to achieve greater inclusivity\, but it pushes organizations to go further. Those who achieve the greatest success are those that go beyond creating inclusive declarations\, actions\, or environments to fundamentally change the way they make decisions.Explore how to modify organizational processes to encourage buy-in\, share authority\, and foster belonging in order to achieve the full benefits of inclusive workplace culture.Key Takeaways:• Define inclusion.• Examine how inclusivity benefits organization.• Explore strategies for creating a more inclusive culture.\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n3:00 pm – Registration Open/Networking\n3:30 pm – Presentation\n4:30 pm – Reception/Networking\n5:30 pm – Conclusion\n\nDeanna Singh\, Founder & CEO\, Uplifting Impact\nDeanna Singh wants to live in a world where marginalized communities have power. As an expert social entrepreneur\, she is obsessed with making the world a better place\, and she will build or break systems to create positive change. While tackling complex social challenges\, Deanna gives audiences the tools and courage to imagine\, activate\, and impact the world as agents of change. Deanna is described as a trailblazer and dynamic speaker who is at the forefront of social change. She is an award-winning author\, educator\, business leader\, podcaster\, and social justice champion! \nSingh earned her Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies from Fordham University\, a Juris Doctorate from Georgetown University\, and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin\, Madison. She has been recognized by the Milwaukee Business Journal as one of the community’s most influential 40 Under 40 Leaders\, the State of Wisconsin as a Women Who Inspires\, and by Forbes as an African American Woman Everyone Should Know. \nNeed a place to stay?\nStay the night at the charming Fairhaven Village Inn and take 20% off the room rate for Thursday\, September 28\, 2023\, for PCMA PNW attendees! Call to obtain the discount or book online here https://secure.webrez.com/hotel/383/?package_id=280834. Come explore Bellingham and Whatcom County!  \nFairhaven Village Inn\n1200 10th St | Bellingham\, WA 98225\n(360) 733-1311
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/the_power_of_inclusion/
LOCATION:Bellingham Cruise Terminal\, Dome Room\, 355 Harris Ave\, Bellingham\, 98225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Pacific%20Northwest%20Chapter":MAILTO:pacificnorthwest@pcma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230720T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230720T180000
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SUMMARY:Drinks on the Dock
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the latest cocktail\, mocktail\, and food trends happening this summer to use towards your next event. Listen to live music and enjoy the lake view at the Hyatt Regency on Lake Washington \nFee: $25\n \nLocation:\nHyatt Regency Lake Washington\n1053 Lake Washington Blvd N\, Renton\, WA 98056
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/drinks-on-the-dock/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency – Lake Washington\, 1053 Lake Washington Blvd N\, Renton\, WA\, 98056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230518T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230518T140000
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SUMMARY:Ten Steps to a Sustainable Event
DESCRIPTION:Having trouble getting started making your events more sustainable? Interested in making the largest impact on the event’s carbon footprint using the least amount of time\, energy\, and money? Want to peek behind the scenes of a sustainable venue? \nDiscover the answers to all your questions at this interactive session. We will demystify the process to a more sustainable event giving you ten proven steps and a framework for success. Then\, a guided back-of-the-house tour of the Oregon Convention Center will allow you to see these initiatives in practice. \nPresenters: \nNancy J. Zavada\, CMP Fellow\nFounder & President\, MeetGreen \nCarolyn Stein\nSustainability Consultant\, MeetGreen \nAgenda \n\n11:30 am – Registration Open/Networking\n12:00 pm – Lunch\n12:30 pm – Presentation\n2:00 pm – Conclusion\n\nOther Opportunities\n*Must indicate when registering if you are attending either opportunity. \n\n2:15 pm – 3:15 pm – Sustainability tour at Oregon Convention Center with the head of sustainability at the center.\n3:30 pm – 6:00 pm – Keep the networking going. Post-event reception hosted by a local hotel. Details are to be provided at a later date.\n\nWant someone else to do the driving?\nLet someone else do the driving while you have fun with others. A sprinter van will take you down and back to Portland. \nPick-up Location is still TBD\, but pick-up will be in the SeaTac/Southcenter area. Details will be provided at a later date. \nFirst come\, first served. $35.00 charge to ride the van. RSVP for the van when you register.
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/ten-steps-to-a-sustainable-event/
LOCATION:Oregon Convention Center\, 777 NE Martin Luther King\, Jr. Blvd\, Portland\, OR\, 97232
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Industry Calendar,Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Pacific%20Northwest%20Chapter":MAILTO:pacificnorthwest@pcma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230315T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230316T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
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SUMMARY:Northwest Event Show
DESCRIPTION:DESIGNED TO BRING THE WEST COAST EVENT INDUSTRY TOGETHER\nFrom Seattle to LA\, Portland to San Diego\, the West Coast has incredible destinations\, properties\, venues and industry suppliers that delight participants from around the globe.  Connect with industry peers and leaders\, get new ideas\, hear from expert speakers and take part in a unique set of experiences designed to ignite ideas for your return to face-to-face events. #NWES2023
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/northwest-event-show/
LOCATION:Seattle Convention Center – Summit Building\, 900 Pine St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230228T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230228T103000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20230119T210436Z
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SUMMARY:Done Deal: Event Contracting in a Post Pandemic World
DESCRIPTION:We are aware of concerns regarding winter weather that may impact travel to our event. As of now\, the event is still scheduled to begin at its regularly scheduled time. We are monitoring the situation closely and will keep attendees informed of any updates or changes to the schedule. The safety and well-being of our attendees is our top priority\, and we encourage everyone to use their best judgment and prioritize their personal safety when making travel decisions. If you have any questions or concerns\, please do not hesitate to contact us. Thank you for your understanding\, and we look forward to seeing you at the event. \nAgenda: \n7:30 AM – Registration opens\n8:00 – 8:45 AM – Breakfast\n9:00 – 10:30 AM – Program \nNo onsite registration will be allowed for this program. If you are interested in attending\, you can be added to the waitlist by emailing pacificnorthwest@pcma.org \nStruggling with how to approach event contracting in the new normal? You’re not alone. Hear from our panel of industry experts on what they’re doing to secure effective contracts for their events. We’ll be joined by venue representatives\, planners from the corporate and association world\, and a lawyer who will help dissect the legal side of post-pandemic contracts. Take home valuable expertise and use their tips and tricks to make your contracts rock solid in an ever-changing world. \nJoin us for breakfast\, share your ideas\, and network with your events industry peers at the stunning Seattle Space Needle. \nTickets:\nSupplier: $50\nPlanner: $30\nStudent/Board Member: $20
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/done-deal-event-contracting-in-a-post-pandemic-world/
LOCATION:Space Needle Seattle\, 400 Broad Street\, Seattle\, WA\, 98109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230108T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230108T180000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20221214T221119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T175513Z
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SUMMARY:Convening Leaders Chapter Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us along with PCMA Northern California Chapter and Southwest & Pacific Chapter in Columbus for our 2023 Chapter Reception \nYou must sign up by Jan 6th\, registration will not be available on-site \n \n  \n 
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/convening-leaders-chapter-reception/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Columbus
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230112
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220617T192301Z
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SUMMARY:2023 PCMA Convening Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Join us Jan. 8-11\, 2023\, when PCMA Convening Leaders brings its flagship education and networking event to Columbus\, Ohio — an innovation center that is consistently ranked as one of the United States’ top cities to visit. Experience Columbus will host PCMA’s education and networking event at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.  \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://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/2023-pcma-convening-leaders/
LOCATION:Greater Columbus Convention Center\, 400 N High Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221027T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221027T190000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20221004T165758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T170148Z
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SUMMARY:Fall (Fun)draiser - Silent Auction & Wine Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Hospitality Industry Professionals\, PCMA Members\, and Non-Members! \nJoin us for an evening of fundraising for the Pacific Northwest Chapter of PCMA. A fun-filled night of top golf\, ping pong\, delicious food & drinks\, and our famous silent auction and wine raffle! \nThis event helps raise funds for our PNW Chapter charitable efforts\, as well as our 2023 scholarships and education programs. \nClick here to register! \nAttendee Costs: \n\nMembers: $25\nNon-Member: $40\nBundle & Save: $150 for 5 Tickets\nWine Raffle Tickets: Sold on-site for $10 each\n\nRegistration gets you two drink tickets\, delicious food\, access to the silent auction\, access to the wine tree\, and endless opportunities for fun around Social Forum House.
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/fall-fundraiser-silent-auction-wine-raffle/
LOCATION:Forum Social House\, 700 Bellevue Way NE STE 300\, Bellevue\, 98004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Pacific%20Northwest%20Chapter":MAILTO:pacificnorthwest@pcma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20220623T215436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T215436Z
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SUMMARY:New Member Orientation Q3
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.\n\n\n\nPresenter: Jacky Meracle CAE CMP\nDirector\, Chapter Engagement\nPCMA
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/new-member-orientation-q3/
LOCATION:WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220623T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220623T173000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20220509T190047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T172431Z
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SUMMARY:Diversity Equity and Inclusion: Create Meaningful Change For Your Events and Organization
DESCRIPTION:Do you want your company or venue to be more diverse\, equitable and inclusive\, but just aren’t sure where to start? Join The PCMA PNW Chapter and Diversity Center Seattle Founder Jean Iannelli Craciun to uncover the next step. Jean has decades of experience helping groups and individuals get to that next level in team building and group dynamics\, emotional intelligence\, social justice\, and community engagement. Don’t miss this LIVE opportunity to network\, learn\, and grow with your events industry peers and discover specific\, measurable ways to create positive change at your organization. See you there! \nCost to attend: $30 in-person or $15 if participating virtually.
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-create-meaningful-change-for-your-events-and-organization/
LOCATION:Hilton Bellevue\, 300 112th Ave SE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220609
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20220125T210603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T210603Z
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SUMMARY:PCMA EduCon
DESCRIPTION:PCMA EduCon 2022 will be hosted at the Hyatt Regency in New Orleans on June 5–8\, 2022\, and streaming LIVE from wherever you call home. \nComplete with top-notch programming\, non-stop entertainment\, and impeccable cuisine\, EduCon 2022 is this summer’s ultimate get-together for learning and fun. Connect with colleagues over beignets\, create new partnerships to propel your business\, and rejuvenate your senses when you embark on the 2022 EduCon experience.
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/pcma-educon/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency New Orleans\, 601 Loyola Ave\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220422T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220422T173000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20220407T183638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T043709Z
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SUMMARY:The Future of Sustainable Events
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day is almost here; local organizations are working together to preserve natural resources and advance important sustainability initiatives that seem to have been eclipsed by the pandemic the last two years. \nJoin the PNW Chapter of PCMA for a LIVE Earth Day Sustainability Panel moderated by Tracy Thornton\, CMP\, Director of Sales and Marketing\, Meydenbauer Center. \nFeaturing: \n\nRai Convery\, Event Experience Manager\, Fern Expo\,\nJessica Brown\, LG\, PMP\, Senior Environmental Management Specialist\, Port of Seattle\,\nKalena Wold\, Director\, Events Marketing\, SAP Concur.\n\nThis LIVE program will kick off with a fun seed planting\, cover the topics of sustainability goal setting\, trends\, solutions\, and helpful takeaways you can put into action at your venue or organization right away\, and end with Happy Hour featuring drinks and hoer d’oeuvres. \nWe are so thankful for all the beauty we have here in the verdant Pacific Northwest and can’t wait to see you for this one-of-a-kind opportunity to reconnect and learn about sustainability together. We’ll see you there!
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/the-future-of-sustainable-events/
LOCATION:Cedarbrook Lodge\, 18525 36th Ave S\, Seatte\, 98118\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="PCMA%20Pacific%20Northwest%20Chapter":MAILTO:pacificnorthwest@pcma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220210T180000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20210904T155036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T175924Z
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SUMMARY:RAFFLE & RE-ENGAGE
DESCRIPTION:The 4 Es of Engagement:\nHow to Create Content that Moves Your Audience to Action\nWhether you’re reaching a medical\, corporate or trade show audience\, smart content marketing can build the credibility of your brand while gaining the loyalty of your audience. In an ever more saturated media landscape\, your content needs to break through the noise and provide real value to your audience in order to tie back to your business goals. In this session\, digital marketing expert Zontee Hou shares case studies that demonstrate the four types of content that engage your audience\, and she shows how to translate that engagement into business results. Learn key takeaways that will allow you to start planning and deploying more effective content marketing today. \nLearner Outcomes:  \n\nDevelop a framework for brainstorming engaging\, effective content\nDescribe how to tie content to your business goals and calls-to-action\nDiscuss how to develop persuasive content that works for channels from social media to experiential events\n\nAgenda: \n2:00pm Registration \n2:30pm – 3:30pm – Education with Zontee (4 Es of Egnagement) \n4:00pm – 5:00pm – Raffle\, Trivia\, Raffle again between Rounds \n5:00pm – 6:00pm – Wine Tree and Social Hour \n6:00PM – Conclude \nRegistration Fees:\nIn-Person:  $20.00 \nVirtual:  $15.00 \n***Proof of Vaccine or Negative Covid Test within 72 Hours will be required for this event.  Please make sure to bring one or the other to show at Registration.
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/raffle-reengage/
LOCATION:Seattle Airport Marriott\, 3201 South 176th Street\, Seattle\, WA\, 98188\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220113
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20211017T185248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211017T185339Z
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SUMMARY:PCMA Convening Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Join us Jan. 9-12\, 2022\, when PCMA Convening Leaders brings its flagship education and networking event to Las Vegas. Caesars Entertainment Corp. will host the multi-day event at CAESARS FORUM\, a 550\,000-square foot conference center opening in 2022 in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip.  \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.  \n 
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/pcma-convening-leaders/
LOCATION:Caesars Forum\, 3911 Koval Ln\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20211017T184559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211017T184559Z
UID:3430-1639656000-1639659600@pacificnorthwest.pcma.org
SUMMARY:New Member Orientation
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 veteran members of our 17 North American Regional Chapters. New and prospective members will: \n1. Hear an overview of benefits from PCMA HQ\n2. Receive membership testimonials from veteran PCMA members\n3. Participate in breakouts to learn how to best utilize their membership \nCan’t make it this time? A PCMA New Member Orientation is held each Quarter!
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/new-member-orientation/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211014T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211014T133000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20210926T163609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T023626Z
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SUMMARY:Capital Chapter/PNW Chapter Joint Event
DESCRIPTION:Q4 SPARK: HORIZONS\n\n\n\nQ4 Spark: Horizons: Workplace Innovation in Ever Changing Waters \nA Hybrid Event\nOctober 14\, 2021 | 9:30am – 3:00pm Pacific \nVirtual Platform: Performedia \nJoin the PCMA Capital Chapter on October 14th. Where people work and how well they work (remotely or together) is just the tip of the iceberg as we navigate the yet-uncharted waters. How would you prefer to be sailing into 2022? Let’s start the new journey across the waters by fostering an innovative workplace. When leadership cultivates the intelligence\, skills\, and passion of everyone in the organization – everybody creates\, everybody is connected\, and everybody contributes. Our Q4 Spark will highlight three paths of innovation in the workplace for the hospitality industry in a ever-changing environment: \n\nRefocus on employee engagement and culture – As the COVID vaccine takes hold\, and workplaces ramp back up\, employers will need to reconnect with employees to gauge the level of engagement.\nHeightened diversity and inclusion focus – Now is the time to improve multicultural competence\, evaluate and expand training\, include millennials in the discussions\, and rethink the interview process.\nThe gig economy will continue to grow – The gig economy can translate into cost savings for employee benefits\, office space\, and overhead\, while bringing skills and competency to the organization.\n\nRegistration Fees:\nVirtual PNW Member:  $20.00 \nVirtual PNW non-member:  $35.00 \nTentative Agenda \n9:30 AM            Registration Opens \n9:45–10:30 AM   Capital Connections\nThis is not just another cheesy networking reception. Okay\, maybe it’s a little cheesy. We are partnering with The Boards for our first ever Capital Connections opening networking event at Spark on October 14. We are kicking off our last Spark event of the year with a curated forum for everyone to get to know each other better\, learn about important updates from the chapter\, and more. Our in-person audience at The Garden in Alexandria\, Virginia will get to personally experience a delicious assortment of personal gourmet charcuterie and the virtual audience on the Performedia platform will join in for tips and tutorials on building your perfect board at home from Travis Peterson\, President and Co-Founder of The Boards himself. Come prepared to learn\, exchange ideas\, and have some fun! \n10:30–11:30 AM     Opening Keynote: Candid Conversation: New Leadership – New Direction\nWe will have a candid and fun question guided conversation with our guest\, Michelle Mason. We will also solicit audience participation with questions and polling tools. As the conversation flows\, so will the questions. Our conversation will be around: \n– The importance of DEI as it relates to innovation and creativity.\n– Innovative practices she used in previous position.\n– Innovative practices she plans to use in her current position to improve employee engagement and shift the workplace culture to be one that can be successful in the new work environment. \n11:30-11:45 AM     Networking Break \n11:45–12:30 PM     Workplace Innovation Panel: Fostering an Inclusive Company Culture\nAs event planners and marketers we have a social responsibility to make sure that the experiences and content we curate foster inclusivity and reflect the diverse backgrounds\, areas of interest\, and lived experiences of our consumers. To do this\, we must first make sure that we are arming our teams with the insights\, tools\, and support needed to feel empowered to do so. Join us as we share our story on how we leverage our company culture and business practices to #MakeItMeanMore for employees and clients. \nSpeakers:\nNoelle Alexandra: Director\, Employee Experience\, RedPeg Marketing\nTaren Tennessee : Director\, Venues and Sponsorship\, RedPeg Marketing \n12:30–12:45 PM    Networking Break \n12:45–1:30 PM     Innovation Case Studies\nTo get ahead\, every organization needs to find a unique angle to keep up with outside change. Innovation is never easy – and if you want to make a major leap forward\, you need to understand that it’s a messy\, unpredictable\, serendipitous process. Successful innovation is about learning from your mistakes\, persisting when the going gets tough\, rethinking your tactics in the face of disruption. It can even involve luck. To inspire you to think differently about innovation\, we bring you three innovation case studies: examples of teams that have done things their own way. \nRegistration closes October 12th at 5pm! \nThis session is eligible for 4.5 CE credits
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/capital-chapter-pnw-chapter-joint-event/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210921T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20210904T154730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210904T154730Z
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SUMMARY:Student Insight Series
DESCRIPTION:You never know when a casual coffee chat could change the course of your career. Networking is one of the best ways to find a new job\, but it’s also an effective and exciting way to keep expanding your connections\, even when you’re not job hunting. \nPlease join us on Tuesday\, September 21\, at 4pm PST\, for Sippin with Students\, hosted by Southwest & Pacific Chapter of PCMA. Register now to gain tips and valuable advice in an informal setting from a group of successful event professionals while collaborating with other PCMA student members. \nDate: Tuesday\, September 21\, 2021\nTime: 4pm – 5:30pm PST\nWho: Students\nWhat: Sippin’ with Students\nWhere: Zoom Meetings (Call-in details will be provided to you upon registration)\nCost: Complimentary \nQuestions? Please contact Adrien Aloi\, Board Member\, adrien.aloi@gmail.com \nMeet Our Panelists\n \n  \nLisa Lewis\nLisa has over 28 years of experience in the luxury hotel market including on-property and in global sales. She is involved with Sunbelt MPI and AZSAE as well as a Board Member for the PCMA Southwest Pacific Chapter. She was awarded top Global Sales Manager by Global Cynergies and various awards at ALHI. \n  \n \n  \nTodd Hester\nTodd Hester\, Regional Vice President of Venues for Encore\, has been in the live events / hospitality industry for 24 years and brings a diverse background through working closely with multiple market segments\, hotel chains and ownership groups from the Rockies to the Hawaiian Islands. He has held roles in his organization from Technician to Venue Director to Divisional Leadership. In his current role\, he supports Encore’s venue operations in Los Angeles and Hawaii. \n  \n \n  \nCasey Shields\nCasey Shields has been a professional in the Meetings and Events industry for over 20 years. Beginning her career at The Venetian Hotel Resort & Casino\, Casey transitioned to a medium-sized General Contractor before spending ten years with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. She now leads the group sales efforts for Las Vegas’s newest attraction Meow Wolf. Casey sits on the board for PCMA Southwest & Pacific Chapter as well as the Las Vegas Hospitality Association.
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/student-insight-series/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210909T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210909T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20210813T022049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T034104Z
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SUMMARY:Creating an Inclusive Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first hybrid program on September 9th to learn how to make your events more inclusive as we resume in-person events\, while also continuing with the virtual and hybrid landscape.  We will cover the topics to help you determine which accommodations that your attendees may need\, no matter how they attend\, and steps you can take to make your event more inclusive for everyone.  Avery Berschauer and Andrea Lambrecht\, CMP will present based on their life experiences living with disabilities and share insights to apply inclusivity into your event. \n\n\nTakeaways: \n\n\n\nWhy holding an inclusive event is important\nUnderstand what types of disabilities and accommodations are possible or necessary\nInclusive presentation tips and things to consider with in-person vs. virtual.\nLearn how to develop pre/during event/post-event surveys to understand your attendee’s needs and the accommodations necessary.\nLearn to create a planner pre-event checklist to implement more inclusive  accommodations for your events\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 9th\nMeydenbauer Center\n\n11100 NE 6th St\, Bellevue\, WA 98004 \n\n8:30am – Reg/Networking/Breakfast\n9:00am – Breakfast/Program\n10:30am – Program Ends\n\n\n\nAvery Berschauer is a Seattle-based diversity\, equity\, inclusion\, and accessibility consultant. She pulls from formal education and lived experience to help businesses and organizations create cultures that foster belonging and celebrate everyone’s differences\n\nAs a child\, Avery was diagnosed with a retinal disease that worsens over time. Determined to help others avoid the barriers and adversity she has faced\, Avery founded A•B Inclusion. She also shares her experience living with a visual impairment on her podcast Basically Blind.\n\nAvery is a proud alumna of Washington State University where she earned a B.A. in communications and a B.S. in psychology. She also has a certificate in diversity and inclusion for Cornell University.  Avery is also a training manager for the Junior League of Seattle.\n\n\nCompany: https://abinclusion.com/\nPodcast: https://basicallyblind.buzzsprout.com/\nEmail: avery@abinclusion.com\n\nAndrea Lambrecht\, CMP has executed events for the last 12 years from the supplier side of the business\, working in large hotels\, convention centers\, and small boutique venues.  Andrea currently works as the Director of Group Services at Staypineapple Hospitality and has also recently started her own wedding and event consultancy – To Be Frank Consultants.\n\nAndrea was blessed with great taste in music\, best heard on full blast!  Due to this experience\, Andrea has had hearing loss in both of her ears since as early as she can remember and navigates the world today through lip-reading.  It wasn’t until the pandemic hid everyone’s beautiful smile that she learned her adaptations were no longer sufficient and now acts as an advocate for applying inclusive measures to events and meetings.\n\nAndrea is also a proud alumna of Washington State University where she earned a B.A. in Hospitality and Business Management. She also earned her CMP in 2015 to expand her expertise in executing events from the planner’s perspective.\nalambrecht@staypineapple.com\nwww.staypineapple.com\nwww.tobefrankconsultants.com\nhello@tobefrankconsultant.com\nInstagram @tobefrankconsultants\n\nThank you to our Sponsors:\n\n 
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/september-education-program/
LOCATION:Meydenbauer Center\, 11100 NE 6th Street\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Education,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210630T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T121402
CREATED:20210522T020634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210605T031313Z
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SUMMARY:Drag Queen Trivia presented by PCMA PNW and Visit Seattle
DESCRIPTION:Drag Queen Trivia \nWhat’s saucy\, cheap\, and liked by everyone? Well\, Vel Veeta of course! \nOriginally from the bustling\, sophisticated metropolis of Reno NV\, Vel moved to the Pacific Northwest in 2019 in search of opportunities\, a change in scenery\, and humidity (hello to no more lotion!) Since relocating\, Vel has fallen in love with the local drag scene and performed throughout the region in Seattle\, Tacoma\, Bellingham\, and Oak Harbor. Despite her jet setter lifestyle\, Vel’s favorite venue is her living room\, filming content for digital drag shows (thanks COVID!) \nVel is a nutritious mix of glam\, camp\, heart\, and stupidity. Now\, Vel’s style is a very eclectic mix. Imagine you have a cauldron. You throw in equal parts Thierry Mugler\, Good Will\, and Bob Mackie. Add a shot of tequila and a hit of poppers and BOOM- there you go! Vel likes cracking jokes but doesn’t think she will ever do stand up comedy (it requires too much leg strength). When it comes to dancing? Watch out. When Vel sees a dancefloor\, her signature “coordinated flailing” move is sure to come out. And let’s just say it’s a show stopper (mostly because security has to stop the show to remove her from the dance floor.) \nOutside of drag\, Vel’s hobbies include interior design\, growing plants\, hiking and watching really trashy reality TV shows. \nVel is so excited to be your host for this year’s Day of Diversity Drag Queen Trivia! Feel free to follow her on social media (Instagram: @vel_veeta) She is always open for booking opportunities! No seriously\, please book her. COVID has been pretty difficult for drag entertainers. \nRemember to take your Lactaid! \nPRESENTED BY:  
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/day-of-diversitys-drag-queen-trivia/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Featured,Industry Calendar,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210708
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SUMMARY:PCMA Chapter's Run/Walk Challenge
DESCRIPTION:All PCMA Chapters are coming together for the month leading up to PCMA EduCon to celebrate all that PCMA is doing for our communities; to foster engagement with members\, to promote collaboration across chapters\, to generate fun competition/rivalry\, and to support our industry friends who were impacted by the pandemic. \nAll proceeds from this run will go to the PCMA Foundation to support our many industry friends who were hard hit by COVID-19. If you do not want to run or walk\, you can also donate to this great cause. \nAnyone can participate! If someone belongs to more than one chapter\, they must select one chapter to participate with. There is no limit to how many participants each chapter can have. However\, each participant must run/walk at least 5 miles in order for those miles to be counted towards the chapter’s total. \nClick on the link below to join our PNW PCMA Running group! The password to join is Northwest4!. \nThe chapter with the greatest participation will be awarded a special PCMA education program. \nLet’s have fun and get moving! Contact chapters@pcma.org or your local chapter with any questions.
URL:https://pacificnorthwest.pcma.org/event/pcma-chapters-run-walk-challenge/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Chapters
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