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Report: Travel Pros Hopeful in the Face of Disruption
The Global Business Travel Association’s latest survey signals concern about U.S. efforts to require more information from international travelers. Business travel professionals are “cautiously optimistic” entering 2026, according to a new survey. The Global Business...
Katie Croy
PCMA’s 20 in Their Twenties program honors exceptional young leaders in the business events industry. Class of 2026 member Katie Croy, manager of exhibit & sponsorship sales at RE+ Events, is learning to harness the power of “yes, and…” thinking. Subscribe to...
These Tactics are Driving Success for Independent Shows
Recent Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR) data reveals that independent business events are moving in a positive direction, but success isn’t guaranteed. CEIR’s recently released Performance Benchmark Playbook for Independent B2B Exhibitions reports that...
The Right Fit Is in Your Future
Omaha’s Convention Center expansion to open in fall 2027. Omaha is growing rapidly, and so is its desire to be a tourism destination. Omaha is positioning itself as a more attractive spot for large conventions and events. This ambitious effort gained momentum after...
How to Inspire a Sense of Purpose
Associations have mission statements, but that doesn’t mean everyone’s motivated. Reminders of the organization’s human impact for help. It can be easy for an association leader to figure they don’t need to think too hard about their organization’s purpose....
Unpacking a Year of Events Industry Research
Getting attendees to return to your events requires an understanding of their core objectives according to Freeman’s Ken Holsinger. At the end of last year, Freeman published its End-of-Year Recap to provide highlights of the event company’s research conducted over...
