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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...

Registration Lags as Math Scholars Look to Boycott Major US-Based Congress

At the time of writing, 2,403 mathematicians from 76 countries had signed a petition to move ICM 2026 out of the United States. In the wake of World War I, relations between mathematicians who had been on opposite sides of the conflict were shaky at best. After the...

A Cure for Cross-Functional Chaos

Having different departments work together can get messy. The fix requires a leader’s attention to the disconnects. Organizations are asked to do a lot of cross-functional work, and for good reason. At associations, the meetings department inevitably touches on what...

This Week on the Convene Podcast: Grounds for Gathering and Cutting Event Food Waste

Here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast this week. Article: Grounds for Gathering This association for groundskeepers makes it a practice to co-locate their annual event with a trade show, doubling the educational and networking opportunities for attendees. Written...

From Burnout to Bliss: Reclaim Your Well-Being

In our fast-paced world, the line between dedication and depletion often blurs. A recent IAEE Women’s Insights Hour featured guest speaker Natasha “Coach Coco” Benitez, who shared her personal journey through burnout. Here, she offers valuable lessons for those...

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How Leaders Can Break Down Silos

How Leaders Can Break Down Silos

Misaligned departments create conflict and stifle innovation. The CEO plays a unique role in getting teams back into alignment. As I write this, I’m working on a research project with an association that’s reached an inflection point. New technologies have presented...

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Lakshmee Lachhman-Persad | PCMA Member Spotlight

Lakshmee Lachhman-Persad | PCMA Member Spotlight

Get to know PCMA Member Lakshmee Lachhman-Persad, President & CEO, Accessible Travel NYC What initially led you to becoming involved with PCMA? I was first invited by long-standing member Stacey Courtney, Assistant Director of Convention and Events at Modern...

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