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Earning My CEM Certification Transformed My U.S. Events Career
By Victoria Plotnikova, CEM, CTSM | Account Executive | Expo Convention Contractors, Inc. Earning my CEM certification has been one of the most enriching experiences of my professional journey. Coming from a background rooted in the European and Russian events...
How Leaders Can Spark Innovation
New ideas don’t spring from top leadership alone. They don’t even have to be new. If you have a leadership role in any association, you’ve likely been charged to innovate. A little less clear, probably, is what innovate actually means. Part of the confusion, I...
10 Reasons to Meet in Chicago
Plan to hold your next meeting or event in Chicago and discover the unique experiences and amenities your attendees won’t find anywhere else. Here are just a few of the reasons why Chicago should be your next meeting destination. And don’t just take it from us – hear...
Surprise the Crowd: The Late-Summer Meeting Destination They’ll Talk About All Year
Cleveland’s Huntington Convention Center and connected 600-room Hilton Cleveland Downtown, with Key Tower and the brand-new Sherwin Williams building in the background. September in Cleveland, Ohio feels like the best of two seasons—summer’s warmth lingers, but the...
Greensboro has Everything You Need for Your Next Meeting
From productive days to vibrant nights, your attendees will be glad they met in Greensboro. Planning your next meeting or event? Greensboro is where productivity meets excitement. As North Carolina’s third-largest city, Greensboro is easily accessible by interstate,...
Host your meeting in Cambridge, Where the Unexpected is Always Invited
A scenic view of Cambridge, Massachusetts. Looking for a memorable East Coast destination for your next meeting or event? In Cambridge, Massachusetts, you’ll be surrounded by history as well as by cutting-edge technology—all in a vibrant, diverse city. Here’s some of...




