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How the Events Industry Is Tackling Food Waste

Preventable food waste and high food costs are a combination that no budget-challenged event professional wants on their plate. But research demonstrates that when planners and venues work together, the result can be a win-win-win: less food waste, improved efficiency, and better bottom lines all around.

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Utah, we are coming for you! One Day, Two Events!

May 11, 2026 Asher Adams Hotel

Two experiences, one powerful program. RMPCMA returns to Salt Lake City for the first time in years with an inside look at the city’s future—then shifts locations for a hosted happy hour designed for connection and conversation.

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Salt Lake City Happy Hour

May 11, 2026

Join us later in the day for a relaxed happy hour in Salt Lake City. An opportunity to connect and continue the conversation! Details coming soon.

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PCMA Next Gen Webinar Think Tank: Where the Industry is Falling Short

May 14, 2026 Microsoft Teams Virtual Event

Calling out to our PCMA Next Gen Community! (Those 32 years of age or younger in the industry.)
Join a private virtual think tank session with our PCMA SWP Next Gen peers to get honest about life in the events industry, swap career strategies, and build relationships with peers. Walk away with connections, clarity and a community that will grow with you! This is our inaugural webinar hosted by the PCMA Southwest & Pacific Next Gen Committee and we are starting by listening and gathering feedback from this community to better understand the challenges, build conversations, and create momentum. As a value add of your membership, this is a complimentary webinar. Join us May 14th at 10:30am PST, but first, you must request an invite to get the webinar invite.


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