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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...

This Week on the Convene Podcast: The Power of Art in Events, Meeting Boycotts and Industry Division, and Leading Under Pressure with Deborah Caldwell

Here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast this week. Article [SPECIAL]: Art for Events’ Sake Being intentional about integrating art into the design of a program gives the participant experience an added dimension. Written and read by Michelle Russell, on her last day...

What’s Next for Our Industry in Washington? A Conversation with ECA’s Tommy Goodwin

By Mary Tucker | Senior Communications and Content Manager | IAEE The Fourth of July may mark the end of fireworks season for most Americans, but the political sparks are just getting started for the exhibitions and events industry. As the United States celebrates its...

Inside a Revamped Poster-Session System

A lot of research was shared at an anesthesiologists’ conference. Technology helped ensure it reached the people it needed to. Last year’s conference of the Annual Society of Anesthesiology was a big one: more than 12,000 attendees, with around 2,000 poster...

Rethinking Revenue in the Experience Economy

Editorial Note: Originally published in the February 2026 issue of Trade Show Executive magazine. Our industry has reached a critical inflection point. The traditional playbook for trade show engagement is not only aging out; it’s misaligned with how today’s attendees...

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Think Bold and Meet Bolder in Dallas

Think Bold and Meet Bolder in Dallas

The Hilton Anatole stands tall in Dallas’s glittering nighttime skyline, just one of the city’s grand—and newly restored—hotel offerings. Dallas isn’t just growing, it’s soaring with a globally recognized culinary scene, vibrant Arts District, and thriving nightlife....

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People on the Move

People on the Move

Brandt Krueger EventMobi has appointed Brandt Krueger as director of industry relations and partnerships. In this newly created role, he will shape EventMobi’s industry content strategy, build and deepen partnerships with meetings and events stakeholders, and help...

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