About us
Being a Member
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What does it mean to
be a member?
Becoming an official member means you get access to all our events, socials, and site tours. You are also granted the resources and opportunities that come with our affiliations:
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International Association of Exhibitions and Events - IAEE
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Hospitality Association - HA
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Professional Convention Management Association - PCMA
PCMA
The Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) is a premier global organization for business events professionals, shaping the future of meetings, conventions, and experiential design. As a member of the Greater Midwest Chapter, you also receive access to the full benefits of PCMA’s international network.
IAEE
The International Association of Exhibitions and Events is the
leading trade association for the global exhibitions and events industry. Since 1928, they’ve been the force connecting communities, commerce, and cutting-edge ideas—creating the meaningful moments where buyers and sellers don’t just meet, they thrive.
Mission Statement
MSU Meeting and Events Club (MEC) is Michigan State University’s student chapter of Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA).
We are focused on providing students with an opportunity to contribute to and foster understanding of the meeting and events industry. As a club within the Hospitality Association, we are committed to involvement of philanthropic, fundraising, and educational events within our community and the meeting and events field.
As we work alongside business professionals, are actively involved in the community, participate in various opportunities including site visits, and travel to PCMA’s national conference, it is our goal to become leaders in our industry and build fellowship along the way!