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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...

The New Rules for Board Chairs

Many associations track the assets they look for in a volunteer leader. But the most valuable skills today are harder to quantify. What are the qualifications for a great board chair? Over the years, I’ve talked with plenty of associations that have developed matrices...

Leading vs. Reacting: Where Do You Fit?

The exhibitions and events industry isn’t slowing down, and neither should you. Industry professionals at a recent IAEE Women’s Insights Hour explored nine major trends reshaping our industry, with the conversation centering around valuable knowledge that benefits...

This Week on the Convene Podcast: Growing Hospitality Talent, Nudging Greener Menus, and Advancing Climate Action

Here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast this week. Article: Filling a Hospitality Talent Gap While Giving Back: New Initiative Uplifts a Community For more than 25 years, a Philadelphia food bank has provided low-income residents a pathway to employment in food...
Giulia Ferrero

Giulia Ferrero

PCMA’s 20 in Their Twenties program honors exceptional young leaders in the business events industry. Class of 2026 member Giulia Ferrero, director of event marketing at Swapcard, has come to understand how events shape industries by creating environments where...

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Report: Associations Need to Prove Their Relevance

Association Laboratory’s survey suggests that employers are tightening their belts and looking beyond associations for training and support. A new survey has found that associations are under increased pressure to demonstrate their value. The Looking Forward Impact...

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Your Content Using AI

Your Content Using AI

Generative AI models have changed the way event marketers approach content strategy. When it comes to marketing your conference to prospective attendees, it’s about focusing less on the call to action and more on demonstrating how the event will address their specific...

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Plan a One-of-a-Kind Meeting in Puerto Rico

Plan a One-of-a-Kind Meeting in Puerto Rico

Break beyond traditional meeting spaces and gather in venues filled with natural light, ocean views, and tropical energy. In Puerto Rico, world-class facilities meet vibrant culture and unforgettable experiences that leave attendees inspired and ready to return. If...

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