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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...

The Heartbeat of the Show Floor

Engagement is the heartbeat of every successful show floor, and today’s tools are redefining how organizers connect attendees and exhibitors. The IAEE Event Tech Demo Day on 19 May puts a spotlight on the technologies and tactics that transform booths and floor plans...

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...
Measuring Emotion

Measuring Emotion

This article and those listed below are part of Convene’s April 2025 issue. Find the turn-page versions of this and past issues at in our digital library. Illustrations by Ibrahim Rayintakath We like to think that we are rational beings, but in fact, the vast majority...

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Why Human Skills Matter More in the AI Era

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the professional landscape, the irrefutable truth that human skills are increasingly valuable is welcomed by most professionals. While AI excels at processing data and automating routine tasks, the uniquely human...

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People on the Move

People on the Move

Recent announcements about career changes include: Mara Craft Mara Craft has been promoted to General Manager of the Raleigh Convention Center and Red Hat Amphitheater. Craft has worked at the Raleigh Convention Center for 27 years, starting as an assistant to most...

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Marketing Events Through Geopolitical Uncertainty

Marketing Events Through Geopolitical Uncertainty

While uncertainty presents challenges, it also creates opportunities to reinforce events’ value. As you navigate global uncertainties, here are four approaches you can take to minimize risks and maximize potential opportunities. 1. Focus on High-Impact Audiences Not...

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