Spark Excellence Program

The AI Revolution
in Business Events

We've reached a tipping point where simply knowing about AI tools isn't enough — it's time to implement them effectively. Spark Excellence provides comprehensive training tailored for corporate and association event teams.

14,000+
Global Users
3.5×
Higher ROI
3
Training Streams

Trusted by event professionals at

SIEMENS Honeywell RSNA Gevme PCMA

State of AI in Business Events 2025

91% of organizations report engagement with AI initiatives — yet an "hourglass effect" is creating a widening capability gap between leaders and laggards.

Leaders (15%)

Advanced AI implementation with 3.5× higher ROI on investments. These organizations are already pulling ahead of the competition.

Middle Majority (65%)

Mixed adoption with limited strategic integration. Most organizations sit here — aware of AI but not yet extracting its full value.

Laggards (20%)

Minimal AI adoption, facing growing competitive vulnerability. Without intervention, this gap will only widen.

Why Invest in AI Training Now?

Bridge the Capability Gap

Act now to avoid falling behind as the industry polarizes. The window to move from laggard to leader is narrowing every quarter.

Shift from Efficiency to Value Creation

Create new revenue streams and enhance attendee experiences. Move beyond cost savings into truly differentiated event value.

Overcome Implementation Barriers

Address data security (59%), technical expertise (48%), and integration (35%). Our program is designed to clear these roadblocks.

Capitalize on Opportunities

Deliver personalized experiences and predict event success. AI-enabled event pros achieve consistently better outcomes.

ROI for Your Organization

Spark Excellence delivers measurable business results — not just training hours.

30%
Time Savings
Reduction in planning and execution time
20%
Cost Reduction
Decrease in overall event costs
25%
Satisfaction Boost
Increase in attendee satisfaction scores
15%
Revenue Growth
Increase in sponsorship and event revenue

Three Comprehensive Training Streams

Choose individual streams or combine all three to position your organization at the forefront of the business events AI revolution. All streams available virtually or in-person with flexible delivery options.

1
Foundation

AI Audit & Strategy

Comprehensive assessment of your current AI capabilities and workflows, with a tailored integration plan for your event operations. Transform your approach from reactive to predictive.

  • Complete functionality audit
  • Customized adoption strategy
  • Tailored AI integration plan
From $5,000 USD
Duration: Over 2 weeks  ·  Virtual or In-person
3
Advanced

Customized Team Training

In-depth, role-specific training with hands-on exercises using your actual work scenarios. The most comprehensive transformation for your entire organization.

  • Personalized workflow integration
  • Real-world application practice
  • Best practices implementation
From $7,500 USD
Duration: 1 full day  ·  Virtual or In-person

*Pricing excludes travel expenses. Custom packages available for organizations combining multiple streams.

Built for the Events Industry

Spark is the only AI tool created specifically for business event professionals — a collaboration between PCMA and Gevme with 14,000+ users across 20 countries.

Specialized for Events

AI platform designed specifically for the business event industry with 14,000+ global users and deep domain expertise.

Tailored Approach

Customized strategies and training programs designed for each organization's unique needs, team size, and maturity level.

Expert-Led

Hands-on, practical training delivered by industry specialists who live and breathe event management AI every day.

Flexible Options

Virtual or in-person delivery with additional certification opportunities. Schedule around your team's calendar.

The Only AI Tool Built for Events

Developed by Event Professionals

The only AI tool created specifically for the business event industry. A collaboration between PCMA and Gevme to help professionals stay ahead with a personal AI assistant.

Human & AI Collaboration

"AI will not replace your job, but somebody using AI will replace you." Get mundane tasks done fast. Create space to think, be creative, and deliver exceptional events.

Content Repurposing

Turn a single event into multiple content assets. Maintain a consistent online presence with diverse content formats — all created in a fraction of the time.

Create Your Custom Program

Don't let your team fall behind in the AI revolution. Contact us to build a custom Spark Excellence program for your organization.

Chantal Sturk-Nadeau

Vice President, Spark, Destinaitor & PCMA Insights

csturk-nadeau@pcma.org

How It Works

1

Contact Us

Schedule your program

2

Customize

Select your streams

3

Train

Expert-led sessions

4

Transform

Become an AI leader

"AI will not replace your job, but somebody using AI will replace you."

— The message driving Spark Excellence