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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...
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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Work/Life Balance for Better Health

Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition 2024 takes a deep dive into the inner workings of exhibitions and events with six unique learning tracks from thought leaders such as Holly Morphew, AFC®, Financial Coach, Author and Speaker with Financial Impact. She...

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People on the Move

People on the Move

Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. Liz Irving Clarion Events North America has promoted Liz Irving to the role of CEO. As the current president of the organization, Irving has played a pivotal role in positioning the business for success by...

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