Rocky Mountain

On behalf of the Chapter, we want to welcome you to our new web site! Our members are some of the most involved in the industry, and thanks to our dedicated volunteers, we offer 'simply the best' cutting-edge programs, community service projects, professional recognition, and many other opportunities for our members.

Number of Members: 300

Geographic Territories: Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, New Mexico

Mission Statement:
The mission of the Rocky Mountain Chapter of PCMA is to deliver breakthrough education and promote the value of professional convention management.

A Letter from the President:

Dear RMPCMA members,

Are you getting the ROI (Return On Investment) from your RMPCMA membership that you want and deserve?

In finance, ROI is the amount of profit from an investment made. In the world of associations, ROI is the return we receive from the investment made for membership in a professional or trade association. This year, I challenge you to consider a different definition of ROI: instead of Return On Investment, think Return On Involvement.

Getting involved with others in your industry helps build relationships. That's why you'll see a great return when you truly engage in RMPCMA. Relationships build business opportunities.

Consider Scott Collinsworth, Director of Sales with Image Audiovisual and the RMPCMA 2010 President-Elect. He joined RMPCMA five years ago and since then has been an active volunteer. His colleagues view him as an industry leader, and as such he has been able to realize new business opportunities...this year alone Scott secured a new meeting worth $65,000 as a direct result of a relationship he developed because of RMPCMA.

Consider Carol Cudworth, Meeting Manager with Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration, Inc. She joined RMPCMA ten years ago, but just recently became a volunteer on the Sponsorships Committee. Her commitment to volunteer has provided her with a forum to network with other planners and share best practices, while at the same time allowing her to take a breather from her everyday responsibilities and enjoy the company of her local community of colleagues.

Scott's Return On Involvement has led to greater business success. Carol's Return on Involvement has enhanced her business relationships. What could your Return on Involvement be?

In the year ahead, I encourage you to maximize your PCMA membership. We have planned many opportunities for you to get involved with your chapter - read about them below. Best wishes for a happy, healthy and prosperous 2010.

The Programs Committee is working hard to provide you, our members, with the highest quality education. The April 8 program will be held at the Doubletree Denver and the topic will be about The Six Keys to Perform at Your Productive Best. Our speaker will be arming you with proven methods to reach your and your team's maximum potential to achieve breakthrough results.

Our Community Services Committee will continue their important work serving meals for families at the Ronald McDonald House as well as participating in a new project at RAFT, the Resource Area For Teachers, which will involve sorting unused, donated materials which teachers can purchase at incredibly low prices. The dates of these programs are May 12 and October 5 and if you are interested in helping, please let Michael Clare-Tedford, the Community Services Director, know.

Finally, we still have plenty of availability for four-somes for the PCMA/MPI joint Golf Tournament being held on June 8 at the Inverness. Please contact David Rayment, our Director of Special Projects, if you have any questions about this fun annual event.

Aida Campbell, CMP, Strategic Account Manager, Experient

RMPCMA 2010 President

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