The chapter kicked off the year with a virtual cocktail reception to celebrate the beginning of PCMA Convening Leaders 2021. Each board member brought their favorite cocktail recipe to the event to share with the group. There was everything from an Old Fashioned, to an Espresso Martini, and the event was wrapped up with our
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by: Marci Glavin As a third party meeting planner, I usually work with procurement and contracting. By the time menus are being selected, I am on to the next venue search so although I KNOW how to do that stuff, I don’t often have the chance to get into the details. Earlier this summer, my
The PCMA Chesapeake Chapter is joining PCMA Chapters across the world this summer to celebrate all that PCMA is doing for our communities; from fostering engagement with members, to promoting collaboration across chapters, to generating fun competition/rivalry, and to supporting our industry friends who were impacted by the pandemic. The cost is just $15 to
In preparation for PCMA Chesapeake’s Virtual Cocktail Reception to Kick Off Convening Leaders 2021, here are the suggested supplies to craft drinks along with us! Marci’s Old Fashioned: Bourbon (Maker’s Mark Preferred) An Orange Maraschino Cherries Bitters Club Soda Dave’s Baltimore Mule: Sagamore Spirit Rye Whiskey Ginger Beer Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice Lime &
The following changes are being proposed to our chapter’s bylaws. Please review as these will be presented for a vote of the membership at our chapter’s annual meeting being held on Tuesday, November 17, 2020. What changes are being proposed? Allow President-Elect to serve in a Director position. President-Elect is a position with few official
Your PCMA Chesapeake Chapter Nominating Committee met in September, and the committee recommends the following slate of candidates for leadership positions on the 2021 PCMA Chesapeake Chapter Board of Directors. OFFICERS (one year term): PRESIDENT: Marci Glavin, CMP, Helms Briscoe PRESIDENT-ELECT: MaryRose Puglisi, Stentorian Technologies IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT: Danielle Jones-Ellington, Holiday Inn Baltimore-Inner Harbor SECRETARY / TREASURER:
We thank those that attended our What’s The Problem with my RFP? event at Live! Casino Hotel yesterday evening.
PCMA Chesapeake will be conducting a What’s The Problem with my RFP Program on Thursday, March 12 at Live! Casino and Hotel – Maryland. We hope you can join us for what should be an interesting topic. We need you help to tailor the program to your needs. Click HERE to submit your questions and forms
The Lighthouses of the Chesapeake Bay are towers of light showing the way and providing valuable assistance to the sea travelers along our coastal waters. The lighthouse has become a symbol for endurance, dependability and guidance. The Chesapeake Chapter’s Lighthouse Award recognizes one member each year who, through his or her volunteerism, has demonstrated their
Your PCMA Chesapeake Chapter Nominating Committee met in early September, and the committee recommends the following slate of candidates for leadership positions on the 2020 PCMA Chesapeake Chapter Board of Directors. OFFICERS (one year term): PRESIDENT: Danielle Jones-Ellington, Holiday Inn Baltimore-Inner Harbor PRESIDENT-ELECT: Marci Glavin, CMP, Helms Briscoe IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT: K.C. Hopson, MS, CMP, EventRebels
Volunteerism is the key component to the continued success of the Chesapeake Chapter and PCMA. The Nominating Committee is now accepting nominations and applications for officers and directors for the Chesapeake Chapter for 2020. Consider the benefits of becoming a chapter leader: Personal and professional growth Networking Earn points to qualify for the CMP exam, or
The Chesapeake Chapter relies on the energy and enthusiasm of volunteers who are committed to working for the advancement of our Chapter and our industry. At this time, the Chesapeake Chapter is seeking applications for the 2020 Chapter Administrator. Applications are due August 30, 2019. A list of guidelines, duties and compensation is included in
The Lighthouses of the Chesapeake Bay are towers of light showing the way and providing valuable assistance to the sea travelers along our coastal waters. The lighthouse has become a symbol for endurance, dependability and guidance. The Chesapeake Chapter’s Lighthouse Award recognizes one member each year who, through his or her volunteerism, has demonstrated their
Your PCMA Chesapeake Chapter Nominating Committee met in September, and the committee recommends the following slate of candidates for leadership positions on the 2019 PCMA Chesapeake Chapter Board of Directors. OFFICERS (one year term): PRESIDENT: K.C. Hopson, MS, CMP, EventRebels PRESIDENT-ELECT: Danielle Jones-Ellington, Red Lion Hotels IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT: Patty Amos, CMP, Vicki Johnson & Associates SECRETARY: MaryRose Puglisi,
The Chesapeake Chapter relies on the energy and enthusiasm of volunteers who are committed to working for the advancement of our Chapter and our industry. At this time, the Chesapeake Chapter is seeking applications for the 2019 Chapter Administrator. Applications are due September 14, 2018. A list of guidelines, duties and compensation is included in
Volunteerism is the key component to the continued success of the Chesapeake Chapter and PCMA. The Nominating Committee is now accepting nominations and applications for officers and directors for the Chesapeake Chapter for 2019. Consider the benefits of becoming a chapter leader: Personal and professional growth Networking Earn points to qualify for the CMP exam, or
The Hotel Monaco Baltimore was the site of our Holiday Mixer on December 13th. Click HERE for more pictures of the event.
It was full house at our Town Hall & Awards on November 16 at the Pier V Hotel. Click HERE for more pictures of the event!
Your PCMA Chesapeake Chapter Nominating Committee met in September, and the committee recommends the following slate of candidates for leadership positions on the 2018 PCMA Chesapeake Chapter Board of Directors. OFFICERS (one year term): PRESIDENT: Patty Amos, CMP, TESSCO Technologies PRESIDENT-ELECT: K.C. Hopson, MS, CMP, EventRebels IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT: Krystine St.Michael Bussiere, CMP, Connecticut Convention
The Lighthouses of the Chesapeake Bay are towers of light showing the way and providing valuable assistance to the sea travelers along our coastal waters. The lighthouse has become a symbol for endurance, dependability and guidance. The Chesapeake Chapter’s Lighthouse Award recognizes one member each year who, through his or her volunteerism, has demonstrated their
Heavy rains before the first pitch didn’t keep 50+ PCMA Chesapeake Chapter members and friends away from our Night at the Ballpark on Monday, August 21 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. We were camped out in the Left Field Club All-You-Can-Eat section and had a great view of the game. Even better, the Orioles
Many thanks to our volunteers that came out on July 13 to support Moveable Feast, a Baltimore non-profit that provides nutritious foods and other services in order to preserve quality of life for people with HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening conditions. As a result of our volunteers’ efforts, our chapter prepared 234 delivery packages that will make
Name: Brian Chung Job Title: Senior National Sales Manager Organization: Visit Baltimore Hometown: West Chester, Ohio (north of Cincinnati) Education: Bachelor of Education – Tourism Administration Years you’ve been a member of PCMA: On and off for about 5 years How did you start your career in the industry? I studied tourism in college but I
The Chesapeake Chapter relies on the energy and enthusiasm of volunteers who are committed to working for the advancement of our Chapter and our industry. At this time, the Chesapeake Chapter is seeking applications for the 2018 Chapter Administrator. Applications are due September 15, 2017. A list of guidelines, duties and compensation is included in
Volunteerism is the key component to the continued success of the Chesapeake Chapter and PCMA. The Nominating Committee is now accepting nominations and applications for officers and directors for the Chesapeake Chapter for 2018. Consider the benefits of becoming a chapter leader: Personal and professional growth Networking Earn points to qualify for the CMP exam, or
Are you taking the CMP Exam in November? The PCMA Chesapeake Chapter is forming a study group for anyone accepted to sit for the November 2017 CMP Exam. Led by Marci Glavin, CMP, the study group will meet weekly in Baltimore. The location and night will depend on the schedules of the participants but we will
Name: Mary McCaskey – Mitchell Job Title: Corporate and Association Sales Manager Organization: The Delta by Marriott – Hunt Valley Hometown: Kalamazoo, Michigan Education: Baker College Years you’ve been a member of PCMA: Joined 2017 How did you start your career in the industry? I grew up the daughter of a Chef and always had
In early March of this year Event Designers Andrew Zill and Petra Compel presented their “What’s Hot, What’s Not” predictions for 2017 to the PCMA Chesapeake Chapter and the Baltimore Chapter of NACE. The event was kindly hosted by the Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Baltimore. The venue perfectly complimented the main presentation with a delicious