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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...

How Leaders Can Keep Anxiety at Bay

Stress is abundant in the C-suite, especially these days. A healthy response demands responses that are authentic, not make-work. The most challenging thing about leadership is that doing it poorly often looks the same as doing it well. Confidence can rally the...

How Toronto’s Creative Capital Sparks Deeper Connection at Meetings

In 2017, UNESCO named Toronto a Creative City of Media Arts (the first Canadian city to join the UNESCO Creative Cities Network) for its thriving film, music, and digital media industries. In Toronto, creativity isn’t stationary or limited to art hanging on gallery...

Sneak Peek: Marketing & Engagement at Expo! Expo! 2026

Ask any veteran in the exhibitions and events industry where they go to get sharper, and the answer is nearly universal: Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition. Expo! Expo! is the ONE EPIC EVENT where the entire business events industry compares notes at...

5 Reasons to Bring Your Event to Sioux Falls

From a walkable downtown to a stunning new district, South Dakota’s largest city offers more than most event organizers expect.  Sioux Falls is the kind of place you have to see to believe. Due to its geographic location, South Dakota often gets overlooked as an event...

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Survey: Trust in Nonprofits Remains Strong

Independent Sector’s report finds Americans prize nonprofits ahead of other institutions. A new survey finds that Americans’ trust in nonprofits remains high, suggesting they can play a meaningful leadership role around oft-divisive matters such as politics and new...

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The New Meeting VIP Experience

Upscale perks bring event revenue, but can alienate the rank and file. How some pros avoid breaking the bank while creating a sense of inclusion. A bespoke meeting experience? In this economy? That’s the key challenge for associations meetings leaders in a nutshell....

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