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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...

Make Your Booth Unforgettable

By Mary Tucker | Senior Communications and Content Manager | IAEE On a crowded trade show floor, a great booth isn’t enough. Exhibitors need to give attendees a reason to stop, engage and remember them long after the show ends. The right activation turns a passing...

New PCMA Insights Report Explores Opportunities for Information and Communications Technology Events

PCMA Insights has released “PCMA Information and Communications Technology 2026 Sector Report: The Pulse of Global Events,” the third of four market-sector reports to be published this year in collaboration with MCI and sponsored by Visit Anaheim. The new report...

World-Class Venues, Breathtaking Natural Beauty: Have You Met Spokane?

With stunning views near and far, Spokane’s convention center district is nestled in the heart of downtown and features the 100-acre Riverfront Park. A historic Northwest city. Captivating views in every direction. Downtime activities, dining, and nightlife that will...
Artful Experiences

Artful Experiences

This article and those listed below are part of Convene’s June 2026 issue. Find the turn-page versions of this and past issues in our digital library. Illustrations by Ellyx Martinez The core purpose of art and creative expression is to give birth to new thoughts and...

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Deborah Ross | PCMA Member Spotlight

Deborah Ross | PCMA Member Spotlight

Get to know PCMA Member Deborah Ross, Chief Executive Officer, National Commission on Correctional Health Care What initially led you to becoming involved with PCMA? I became involved with because of my passion for education, leadership, and creating meaningful...

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How We Process Art

How We Process Art

Illustration by Adam Rosendahl When we engage with art, the same parts of our brain light up as when we use social skills, researchers have found by analyzing thousands of brain images. “Art recruits the same brain networks as complex social behavior,” wrote the...

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