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The Net Zero Conference Walks the Talk
Networking at the “Women in Net Zero Mixer.” Net Zero Conference photos courtesy Ling Luo. When Drew Shula, founder and CEO of the green building consultancy, the Verdical Group, convened the first version of the gathering that would become the Net Zero Conference 13...
CEM Spotlight on Thamer Aljofi, CEM
Thamer Aljofi, CEM is a Communications Manager and Project Lead with extensive experience in exhibitions, events management and strategic communications. Over the past years, he has successfully led high-profile local and international projects, delivering innovative...
What Leaders Need to Make the Most of AI
Associations succeed when their staffs feel well-trained around generative AI. That starts with leaders getting comfortable with it themselves. Survey after survey has made clear that organizations, including associations, are increasingly comfortable with AI. Less...
This Week on the Convene Podcast: Sustainability at CL26 and Key Insights from the 2025 Meetings Market Survey
Here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast this week. Convene Article: How Convening Leaders 2026 Is Embracing Sustainability Thanks to a combination of careful planning and strategic partnerships, PCMA’s annual meeting keeps raising its own standards for event...
Would You Rather Games Questions for Corporate Events & Conferences
Would You Rather Games Questions for Corporate Events & Conferences The Complete Engagement Guide Powered by Eventdex Corporate events and conferences have changed dramatically in recent years. Attendees today expect more than keynote speeches and panel...
Bob Priest-Heck’s Journey from Innovator to Industry Icon
The IAEE Lifetime Achievement Award is a special honor reserved for members whose decades of service have changed the direction of exhibitions and events through a significant impact on how our industry operates. This prestigious award is not presented annually, nor...
