This year, the PACA 2012 International Conference is moving to Chicago, one of the country’s most popular convention locations. Home to more that 400 corporate headquarters, Chicago is a where the nation comes to do business.
Our event will be held at the chic Chicago Marriott Downtown, where you’ll encounter the epitome of luxury and convenience. Located on Michigan Avenue, this renowned Windy City landmark is walking distance to the city’s main attractions.
The big draws, of course, are Wrigley Field (home to the Chicago Cubs) and the United Center (Chicago Bulls); Lincoln Park Zoo, a surprisingly free animal attraction; and Navy Pier, a carnival-like outdoor entertainment experience (think Ferris Wheel, carousel, and funhouse).
Chicago’s walkable downtown is packed with distinctive neighborhoods featuring delectable restaurants, expressive art galleries, and trendy boutique shopping perfect for a quick break or unwinding after a productive day at the Conference.
Nearby O’Hare International Airport, a major airline hub and the second busiest airport in the world, ensures ease of access for business travelers coming from anywhere in the world.
This year’s program will help you streamline your business. New vendors and PACA Corporate Sponsors will have opportunities to show off their latest technical solutions for stock archives big and small. Our informative sessions will include publisher and buyer panels; covering ways to make our work together easier and more efficient. Gadgets, software, workflows, networking… and much, much more.
By popular request, our Opening Reception on Friday night, October 19th, will be our biggest yet. Open the Conference weekend networking with old friends, new acquaintances, and future partners!
Mark your calendars for October 19-21, 2012, because you won’t want to miss our 17th Annual International Conference.
Registration will open in June, so check back for updated information about the Conference program and marketing hub.
Until then, check out these videos from last year's conference featuring Cathy Ryan from the New York Times Magaine, Rob Henson PACA President, and others.
Welcoming address by PACA Presdent Rob Henson 
Keynote Presentation: "Photography in the New York Times Magazine" by Director of Photography Kathy Ryan 
"Understanding the Changing Media Landscape" by Tom Kennedy 
"Time to Replace your Gut Instincts with Real Numbers and Logical Analysis" with moderator Lee Torrens 
Legal Session by Sandra Aistars, Executive Director
of the Copyright Alliance 
"Fraud Management Strategies and Unauthorized Use Mitigation" by James Pierson 
Motion Panel: "Clients Using Motion" moderated by Jessica Berman-Bogdan, Global ImageWorks 
Panel Discussion: "ROI and Social Media" moderated by Lee Torrens 
Panel Discussion: "Ingestion 2.0" moderated by Lee Torrens |