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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...
Think Like an Innovator

Think Like an Innovator

Small changes to how event planners execute on strategy can have a big impact on engagement. Some organizers and marketers are holding tight to what’s worked before — even as audiences, expectations, and metrics for success continue to change. Others (let’s call them...

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Inside a Gathering of Finance Officers

Inside a Gathering of Finance Officers

NAFOA 43rd Annual Conference Date: April 27-29, 2025 Location: New Orleans Marriott Illustration by Carmen Segovia More than 40 years ago, “Tribes lacked a forum to network, access timely information, or build relationships with capital providers,” said Native...

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