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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...

Five Tools for Difficult Conversations

Dr. Poornima Luthra is the author of Can I Say That? and The Art of Active Allyship. The world we live in today, characterized by complexity, uncertainty, and change, is also one where rising polarization has made it “really difficult to have conversations at work, at...

What Makes Orlando a Meetings Destination That Keeps Winning

A rendering of the Orange County Convention Center’s Grand Concourse Expansion at the North-South Building. For 11 years and counting, Orlando has been named the No. 1 meetings destination in the U.S. by Cvent — and 2026 makes the case for why. A $560-million...

Negotiation 101 for New Managers

By Mary Tucker | Senior Communications and Content Manager | IAEE Stepping into your first management role in exhibitions and events is exciting but it can involve a steep learning curve, especially when it comes to negotiation. Being the person responsible for...

Cheers to Our Journey

Editorial Note: Originally published in the December 2024 issue of Trade Show Executive magazine. As my term as IAEE Chairperson draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the remarkable evolution our industry has experienced throughout 2024. This year has been...

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10 Best Cvent Alternatives and Competitors in 2025

10 Best Cvent Alternatives and Competitors in 2025

10 Best Cvent Alternatives and Competitors in 2025 Searching for the best Cvent alternatives and competitors that are more user-friendly and cost-effective for your next conference or trade show? We get it!  Planning an event in this highly tech-driven world goes far...

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People on the Move

People on the Move

Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. Gianluca Scavo Gianluca Scavo, CEO of AIM Group International, has been elected president of the Assolombarda Tourism Group for the 2024–2028 term, his second consecutive term. The association represents a...

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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. The Crucial Role Emotions Play in Productivity Productivity has never been just about time...

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A Last Look at Leadership in 2024

A Last Look at Leadership in 2024

AI commanded lots of attention this year, but it wasn’t the only challenge association leaders faced. The end of the year is time for mixed emotions. There’s the lift that comes from having made it through another year. But along with hope is a feeling of trepidation...

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