PCMA Greater Midwest Chapter

WOW what an amazing event for the GMC chapter! Thank you Courtney Stanley for your keynote that got us being vulnerable and connecting with each other. And what a VIP experience of touring the Obama Presidential Center after hours. Thank you to all of the committee volunteers and sponsors that made this event possible. This was truly one for the books!

Destination Toronto Visit Denver, The Convention & Visitors Bureau Louisville Tourism

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow (September 15) for the SOLD-OUT 2026 C.A.R.E. Education Event at the Obama Presidential Center!

🗓 September 15, 2026
🕐 3:00-7:30pm
📍 Obama Presidential Center
🎟️ Your registration doesn’t just get you a seat at the table – attend the 3:30-5:15pm session and you’ve secured a ticket to explore the Obama Presidential Center Museum from 5:00-7:00pm

The best leaders don’t wear armor.

They build trust.

On 9/15, we’ll gather at the Obama Presidential Center for an inspiring afternoon with Courtney Stanley, where we’ll explore how authenticity, empathy, and vulnerability create stronger teams—and stronger organizations.
If you’re looking to become a more intentional leader, communicator, or teammate, this session is for you.

🎤 Leading Without Armor

🗓 September 15, 2026
🕐 Program 3:30-5:30pm / Reception 5:30-7:30pm
📍 Obama Presidential Center
🎟️ Reminder: Attend the 3:30-5:30pm session to secure your ticket, then explore the Obama Presidential Center Museum from 5:30-7:30pm – exclusively for attendees.
✅ Receive CEU credits (strategic planning) for attending the education session

Title sponsor: Destination Toronto
Education sponsor: Visit Denver, The Convention & Visitors Bureau
Presidential Experience Sponsor: Louisville Tourism

We hope you’ll join us!

🗓 September 15, 2026
🕐 3:00-7:30pm
📍 Obama Presidential Center
🎟️ By attending the 3:30-5:15pm session you’ve secured a ticket to explore the Obama Presidential Center Museum from 5:00-7:00pm.
👉 Register today at the link in our bio!

The next opportunity for connection is coming up next month at the CARE Education Event!

🗓 September 15, 2026
🕐 Program 3:30-5:30pm / Reception 5:30-7:30pm
📍 Obama Presidential Center
🎟️ By attending the 3:30-5:30pm session you’ve secured a ticket to explore the Obama Presidential Center Museum from 5:30-7:30pm.
👉Register today at the link in our bio!

What if the strongest leaders aren’t the ones with all the answers.....but the ones willing to show up authentically?

Join us this September as award-winning speaker Courtney Stanley shares how vulnerability, empathy, and genuine human connection can transform workplace culture.

✨ Leading Without Armor: Creating Culture Through Authenticity, Vulnerability, and Empathy

Whether you lead a team, volunteer, or simply want to become a better communicator, you’ll leave with practical tools you can use immediately.

🗓 September 15, 2026
🕐 3:00-7:30pm
📍 Obama Presidential Center

🎟️ Don’t miss this opportunity! Attend the 3:30-5:15pm education session and your museum ticket is secured – enjoy exclusive access to the Obama Presidential Center Museum from 5:00-7:00pm

Thank you to our title sponsor Destination Toronto and our Education sponsor Visit Denver, The Convention & Visitors Bureau!

Registration is open and space is limited!

CultureMatters LeadWithEmpathy

It all comes together here — and this time, it’s hands-on.

We’re closing out our 2026 series with Industry Impact & Moving Forward, an application-based session with interactive breakout groups focused on the events industry. Led by Beth Surmont, FASAE, CMP, Fellow, CAE, Head of Strategy & Design, 360 Live Media.

📅 Wednesday, August 5 | 12:00–2:00 PM CDT
🎓 Earn 1 CEU credit hour ([category TBD])
🏟️ Free for Greater Midwest Chapter PCMA members
🤝 Sponsored by Cadmium

Register now at the 🔗 in our bio!