PCMA EduCon 2021 will focus on YOU.
YOUR health. YOUR mind. YOUR relationships.
(Developing schedule below)
All times are in Mountain Standard Time (MST).
| Wednesday, July 7, 2021 | ||
| 9:00am – 4:00pm | Board of Directors/Board of Trustees Meetings | |
| 3:00 – 4:00pm | Conversation Starters/Meet Ups/Networking | |
| 4:30 – 5:45pm | Main Stage | |
| 6:30 – 8:30pm | Welcome Reception* | |
| Thursday, July 8, 2021 | ||
| 7:00 – 8:00am | Get Fit with the Foundation - 5K Fun Run | |
| 9:00 – 10:30am | Main Stage | |
| 10:30 – 11:00am | Refreshment Break | |
| 11:00am – 12:15pm | Concurrent Sessions | |
| 12:30 – 1:30pm | Networking Lunch | |
| 1:45 – 3:15pm | Refreshment Break | |
| 3:30 – 5:00pm | Meet-Ups, Next Up, Conversation Starters | |
| 3:30 – 5:00pm | CSR Project* | |
| 6:30 – 8:30pm | Networking Reception** | |
| 8:30 – 11:30pm | Give Back Bash | |
| Friday, July 9, 2021 | ||
| 7:00 – 8:00am | Get Fit with the Foundation - Namaste with PCMA | |
| 9:00 – 10:15am | Concurrent Sessions | |
| 10:15 - 10:45 am | Refreshment Break | |
| 10:45 – 12:00pm | Main Stage | |
*On property at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort
**Downtown Phoenix
Details to come.
OUR STUDIOS
Event Strategy & Design: A powerful event creates lasting learning experiences. Find out how to incorporate trends, apply new research and data, manage finances and encourage brand loyalty.
Future of Work: In our industry, the only constant is change. Explore technology, adaptability, conflict resolution, using “soft skills” for advancement, and combating imposter syndrome.
Technology & Innovation: How can we turn the “WOW” into “NOW” for our audiences? Learn about 5G adoption, the impact of AI on events and making yourself heard in a hyperconnected world.
Trending Now: Be ahead of the curve as you discover fresh and inspiring event insights. Topics will include sustainability, social good and recovering from crisis situations.
NEW FOR 2020: ACTION WORKSHOP
INSTANT ROI: Complete your learning day with PCMA’s afternoon ACTION workshops. Selected speakers will return to lead small groups in applying new knowledge to your real-life challenges. Collaborate with colleagues and experts and go home to your organization with a solution to put into action!
INNOVATE + ELEVATE HUB
Home of the Accelerate Stage
THINK FAST: Positive energy abounds in the Innovate + Elevate Hub, where immersive, interactive learning will help you confront modern challenges and prepare for what lies ahead. Industry experts and visionaries will take the Accelerate Stage to present fast-paced, thought-provoking content that will inspire you to action.
OUTDOOR EDUCATION
THE F-STAGE: Every successful person has failures along the way. On the F-Stage, contestants bring their toughest tales into a boxing ring to duke it out for the Best Failure title. Laugh, cringe and bond as you hear from PCMA leaders and industry peers about mistakes they’ve made and what they learned from them.
LIFESTYLE SESSIONS
MORE THAN MEDITATION: Participants will go beyond gimmicks and fads to learn how Lifestyle resources can create maximum engagement, enduring knowledge retention and meaningful takeaways for event attendees.