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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 Ripple Effect of Recognition

Editorial Note: Originally published in the July 2026 issue of Trade Show Executive magazine. I’d like to begin by recognizing the TSE’s Fastest 50 Award winners featured in this issue – congratulations! For me, this highlights something very important about our...

This Week on the Convene Podcast: The Power of Art in Events, Meeting Boycotts and Industry Division, and Leading Under Pressure with Deborah Caldwell

Here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast this week. Article [SPECIAL]: Art for Events’ Sake Being intentional about integrating art into the design of a program gives the participant experience an added dimension. Written and read by Michelle Russell, on her last day...

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...
Make Milestone Moments Matter

Make Milestone Moments Matter

‘One lesson from NATO’s 75th Anniversary Summit is that milestones should be designed as experiences, not simply announced as themes.’ Photo courtesy NATO. In honor of America’s semiquincentennial (say that three times fast!) next month, I’ve been thinking about how...

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Effortless by Design: The Power of Hosting in Boise

Effortless by Design: The Power of Hosting in Boise

Boise blends outdoor beauty with easy access, offering planners a destination where meetings and nature come together seamlessly. In Boise, meetings feel easy by design. From the moment attendees land at Boise Airport — located just seven minutes from downtown — they...

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People on the Move

People on the Move

Rachael RiggsRachael Riggs has joined Visit Seattle as vice president of meetings and conventions, managing the DMO’s sales and services departments and collaborating with the Seattle Convention Center and downtown hotels on meetings and events business. She brings...

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