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Trevor Noah Wants to Tell You a Story
Trevor Noah is working on education projects and creating future opportunities for young people in his native South Africa through his Trevor Noah Foundation. Comedian, podcaster, and author Trevor Noah will deliver Convening Leaders’ closing keynote, focusing on how...
Setting the Stage for Jahkini Bisselink
Jahkini Bisselink bridges generational gaps by converting Generation Z values into actionable strategies that help organizations prepare for and lead in the future. A former United Nations Youth Delegate, Amsterdam, Netherlands–based Jahkini Bisselink joined Whetson...
Why Orlando Is an Ever-Evolving Meeting Destination
When both phases of the OCCC expansion are complete, the North-South Building will offer 1.15 million square feet of exhibit space. Orlando has claimed the top spot on Cvent’s list of top meeting destinations 10 times, and it’s easy to understand why. The upcoming...
Why New Orleans Is Built to Host
With an unparalleled meetings infrastructure and a vibrant, multicultural identity rooted in centuries of tradition, New Orleans transforms meetings into immersive, memorable experiences. New Orleans is a destination where world-class infrastructure meets...
Meeting the Moment in Tampa Bay
The 2025 Association of Zoos & Aquariums Annual Conference in Tampa contributed to coastal restoration by helping remove CO₂ from the atmosphere. No matter the group size or purpose of an event, meetings have the potential to make a lasting impression on attendees...
Redefining the Meetings Experience in the Heart of Miami Beach
The forthcoming 800-room Grand Hyatt Miami Beach will include 52 luxury suites with views of Miami Beach and four floors of dedicated meeting and ballroom space. When Convening Leaders 2027 kicks off at the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC), the city’s landscape is...





