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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
I can't believe that we are half way through 2011 and are about to meet for our third chapter program. It has made me very happy to see so many of our members engage in our chapter and step up to volunteer. In April, we had a great group gather for roundtable topics. There was a very positive energy about the room as attendees were able to participate in discussions about current industry issues. This format allowed us to uncover subjects that we might want to offer with more detail at Education Day. Plans are starting to fall into place for another great Education Day on Friday, September 16 at the Millennium Broadway. I am looking forward to our June Program where PCMA Best in Class Speaker, Sue Hershkowitz-Coore, CSP will share her thoughts on moving from success to significance. This is a topic I hope many of you find appealing. Her high-energy personality and engaging delivery is always thought provoking and inspiring. I hope to see many of you there! Thank you to all of our members who volunteer their time; and, for those of you who are looking to connect, please consider volunteering. Our chapter's success depends on our members getting involved and telling us what you want and need. It's not too late to sign up for a committee. We are constantly looking for input from our members regarding program ideas, and with Education Day on the horizon, we welcome input. Please send us any ideas you have on future program topics to new.york.area.chapter@pcma.org. Looking forward to seeing you on June 14th,
Amanda Ciarlone
President, NYPCMA
Director of National Accounts
Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau
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Dress For Success Drive Next Week  
On Tuesday, June 14th our chapter will host a suit drive to benefit Dress for Success, an international not-for-profit organization that promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Dress for Success has provided clothing, confidence and career boosts to more than 600,000 women since 1997. All donations are tax-deductible and can be dropped off at the PCMA event registration desk at the Doubletree Times Square 11a-1:30pm. We will be collecting nearly new women's professional clothing and accessories [includes applicable items such as suits, blouses, closed-toe shoes and attaché bags]. If your donations are appropriate to wear to work and you would be comfortable wearing your donated item to an interview, we'll take it! Monetary contributions are 100% tax deductible. Checks can be made payable to: Dress for Success Worldwide If you would like more information on Dress for Success, please visit www.dressforsuccess.org. If you have any questions, please email Michelle James, CMP at mjames@icsc.org. Thank you for your support! |
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THANKS TO OUR
APRIL ROUNDTABLES
EVENT SPONSOR
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Welcome to our new members who have joined NYPCMA in Jan-Apr 2011! They include planners, suppliers and students. Click here to see Who's Who
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NYPCMA offers opportunities for you to demonstrate your commitment to the professionalism and development of the meetings and hospitality industry, as well as access to a targeted audience, to showcase your products and/or services.
No sponsorship is considered too small and there are many ways to co-partner to make your contribution go even further.
Opportunities available for
September's Education Day
& October's NJ Program.For More Information Contact:
NYPCMA Sponsorship Director
Blanca Ferreris
Phone: 212-655-6058
Email: bferreris@rims.org |
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Member Spotlight  Matt Davis
Director of Sales
Associated Luxury Hotels International
By Leslie DiLeo, CMP
There are many good reasons to participate in industry events: connecting with a network of passionate, like-minded people; learning new skills and reaffirming one's talents; dancing like its 1979, or '89 or '99, depending on your career's length. And then, there's falling in love.
Read More ...
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PLATINUM SPONSOR
Visit Our Sponsor |
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April's Breakfast Roundtable Attendees Share Appetite for Knowledge
Our April 12th 'Bagels & Banter' roundtables program offered a smorgasbord of idea generating topics to choose from in four session twenty-five minute rotations ... and The New Yorker Hotel went beyond bagels providing substantive breakfast buffet selections including frittata, french toast and various morning accoutrements. Read More ...
 | | Roundtable Session Leaders (L-R): Elizabeth George, New Orleans CVB; Melissa Brod, Meridian Global Services; Jessica Levin, Seven Degrees Communications; Event Sponsor Cheryl Ollila, Detroit Metro CVB; Larry Amato Millennium Broadway Hotel & Lesley Kyle, Society of Plastics Engineers |
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What People Want ... 
Integrating Surveys In Your Event Management Strategy
Molly A. Martinez, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Ticket Summit As meeting planners, it's our job to stay in tune with what people want. Do folks prefer morning or afternoon sessions? Do most people prefer buffet set-up or a plated meal? What are the preferred dates for the following meeting? There is a wide range of valuable planning information that can be gathered through attendee survey data. However, it doesn't have to stop there! Read More ... |
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President's Volunteer of the Quarter
Amber Levy
Director
North and Southeast Region Hotel Sales
LA INC. - The Los Angeles Convention & Visitors Bureau
This quarter, I'd like to take the opportunity to recognize and applaud Amber Levy for the great job she does in her role as Director of Membership. There is a lot of hard work that goes into keeping our membership data up-to-date and Amber does a fantastic job leading the charge to maintain and grow our membership. This year, Amber has organized a great committee and raises her hand quite often when there are tasks that need to be completed. June is a big month for the membership committee because it's the time when most of our members are up for renewal, and Amber and her team spend a lot of time reaching out to remind them to renew. Thank you Amber for your commitment and dedication to our membership! |
Marketing & Communications Volunteer Opportunities
PUBLIC RELATIONS LIAISON
NYPCMA is looking for a volunteer to keep our events and activities in the news. This is ideal for anyone who is interested in public relations - preparing press releases and photos for release and building relationships with our news network.
 NEWSLETTER PRODUCTION EDITOR Enjoy graphic layout? ... the marketing and communications committee can use your help with the quarterly compilation of our chapter newsletter. Experience with Constant Contact email marketing platform a plus or, this is a great opportunity if you have a interest in learning.
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HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!!
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MISSION STATEMENT
PCMA New York Area Chapter's main purpose is to represent PCMA on a local level by offering quality educational seminars, along with the opportunity for members to contribute their time, knowledge, and experience through networking and committee involvement to further the professionalism of the meetings industry.
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NYPCMA Communications / Newsletter Committee
Director, Marketing/Communications: Lynne Nordone, CMP, LAN/events Production Editor: Position Open Copy Editors: Leslie DiLeo, CMP
Molly Martinez, Ph.D. Contributing Writers: Leslie DiLeo, CMP
Molly Martinez, Ph.D., Ticket Summit
Social Media Managers: Matt Davis, ALHI
Lesley Kyle, Society of Plastics Engineers
Public Relations Specialist: Position Open
JOIN OUR EDITORIAL TEAM ...
Contribute an article and earn CMP application and re-certification points.
Contact Lynne Nordone at nypcma.news@gmail.com. |
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