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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...

What ‘All the Feels’ Means for Meetings

As he spoke onstage at AOTA’s 2026 annual meeting, J.R. Martinez was surprised by Kim, who had been his occupational therapist. This past April, the opening keynote of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Annual Conference & Expo INSPIRE in...

Lights, Camera, Engagement: How Video is Transforming Events

By Mary Tucker | Senior Communications and Content Manager | IAEE If you’ve ever wondered whether your event content is working as hard as it could be, you’re not alone. Video has become one of the most powerful tools in the exhibition professional’s arsenal and not...

Five Major Industry Events Convening in Anaheim in the Next Five Years

The 100,000-square-foot Grand Plaza is the Anaheim Convention Center’s front porch, offering plenty of breezy, palm tree–studded outdoor space for al fresco events. Anaheim isn’t just accessible, it’s evolving. New meeting venues, refreshed experiences, and expanding...
Trends Report 2025: An Eye on AI and the Planet

Trends Report 2025: An Eye on AI and the Planet

Illustration by Julie Murphy Annual Events Industry Forecast Our usual approach to Convene‘s Annual Industry Forecast is to cast a wide net, gathering a variety of data related to the business events industry, including travel, lodging, technology, and the workplace....

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Ronnette Phillips | PCMA Member Spotlight

Ronnette Phillips | PCMA Member Spotlight

Get to know PCMA Member Ronnette Phillips, Director – Hilton Direct Hilton Worldwide Sales What initially led you to becoming involved with PCMA? When I began my career in hotel sales twenty years ago, I had the privilege of working with a diverse range of...

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News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas

News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas

Looking for ways to do your job better — or for the latest trends in the world of work? Here’s a roundup of career-related stories selected by the editors of Convene. Do You Really Need a Big Career Change? Much of the time, it’s something in their jobs or in...

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Medical Meetings and the Trump Administration

Medical Meetings and the Trump Administration

As President-elect Donald J. Trump prepares to take office, event organizers must consider the effects of his policies and appointments on the medical meetings industry. I’ve been getting many inquiries about the future of medical meetings under the new Trump...

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