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How to Score Those Sweet Paid Speaking Gigs Like a Boss

Are you tired of talking to your cat about your passion for public speaking? Do you dream of standing in front of a crowd, captivating them with your words, and getting paid big bucks for it? Well, my friend, you're in luck. In this article, I'm going to show you how...

What’s Next for Our Industry in Washington? A Conversation with ECA’s Tommy Goodwin

By Mary Tucker | Senior Communications and Content Manager | IAEE The Fourth of July may mark the end of fireworks season for most Americans, but the political sparks are just getting started for the exhibitions and events industry. As the United States celebrates its...

Inside a Revamped Poster-Session System

A lot of research was shared at an anesthesiologists’ conference. Technology helped ensure it reached the people it needed to. Last year’s conference of the Annual Society of Anesthesiology was a big one: more than 12,000 attendees, with around 2,000 poster...

Jon Watson | PCMA Member Spotlight

Get to know PCMA Member Jon Watson, Sr. National Sales Manager, Visit Detroit. What initially led you to becoming involved with PCMA? PCMA has long been a cornerstone of the business events industry. I was first introduced to the organization while attending Capital...

CEM Spotlight on Barrt Killengrey, CEM

Barrt Killengrey, CEM currently serves as Event Director for Informa. As a dedicated business-to-business (B2B) professional with 25+ years of experience in various event project management initiatives, he is versatile, flexible and adaptable with a consultative...

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How to Achieve an Aligned Board

How to Achieve an Aligned Board

Size and term limits matter, but two experts suggest that good governance involves paying attention to power imbalances.  Why do association boards struggle? There are a lot of culprits people point to: the board’s too large, or too small. Or it term-limits great...

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A City on the Rise

A City on the Rise

Kansas City embraces the spotlight as a top-tier venue for meetings and events.   Maybe it’s because the Kansas City Chiefs have won the Super Bowl three times this decade and their star tight end is engaged to the world’s biggest pop star. Or maybe it’s because...

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Autumn on the Lake: Meetings with a Seasonal Glow

Autumn on the Lake: Meetings with a Seasonal Glow

Fall on Chicago’s North Shore brings brilliant foliage, lakefront views, and the perfect backdrop for unforgettable meetings. Chicago’s North Shore shines brightest in the fall. With Lake Michigan as a backdrop and the Chicago Botanic Garden awash in October foliage,...

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