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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...
People on the Move

People on the Move

Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. Cathy Petersen and Ron Eifert Destination Dayton has appointed Cathy Petersen as executive vice president. She brings extensive experience in strategic communications and public relations to her new role,...

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Top 10 Best Mobile Event Apps For 2025

Top 10 Best Mobile Event Apps For 2025

Top 10 Best Mobile Event Apps For 2025 In 2025, the event landscape is set to undergo a remarkable transformation, driven by technological advancements and changing attendee expectations. According to research by Persuasion Nation, over 63% of event professionals...

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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. Thinking Should Be a Priority, Not a Day-Off Activity Real change happens through focused attention...

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4 Ways to Make the Workplace More Equitable

4 Ways to Make the Workplace More Equitable

DEI efforts have experienced pushback recently, with funding and support for diversity, equity, and inclusion declining in the U.S. McKinsey & Company’s annual “Women in the Workplace” report painted a fragile picture of women’s progress in corporate America,...

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A Slam-Dunk for Accessibility

A Slam-Dunk for Accessibility

When Richmond, Virginia, hosted the 2024 Wheelchair Basketball National Tournament in April, Richmond Region Tourism teamed up with local organizations with expertise in disability etiquette to make sure the athletes had an inclusive and welcoming experience...

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