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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...

A Top CEO’s Playbook for Association Leaders

Associations aren’t Apple. But Tim Cook’s tenure has a few lessons for what leadership of any sort looks like. There isn’t much that associations have in common with Apple. Associations generally aren’t typically in the business of manufacturing, don’t have to appeal...

What Geopolitical Disruption Means for Associations

In this episode of Associations NOW Presents, guest host Gary LaBranche, FASAE, CAE, AAiP, CEO of the Risk and Insurance Management Society, is joined by Francisco Gómez, Founder and CEO of Factum Global, and Pietro Macchiarella, MBA, CAE, Senior Director of Data and...

This Week on the Convene Podcast: Setting the Stage for Difficult Conversations and Navigating a More Complex Global Meetings Landscape

Here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast this week. Article: Setting the Stage for Difficult Conversations at Events Sometimes, difficult discourse isn’t about sharing conflicting perspectives but addressing serious issues your group shares in common. An Opening...
People on the Move

People on the Move

Laura Soto Visit Cincy recently hired Laura Soto as its new senior sales manager. She will lead the organization’s presence in Chicago and grow national account business for the region. Soto most recently worked with large groups and citywide conventions for the...

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Top 10 Best Event Registration Software for 2026 

Top 10 Best Event Registration Software for 2026  The role of event registration software has changed dramatically over the past few years. What used to be a simple sign-up tool has now become a core part of how attendees experience an event, long before they walk...

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Equip Your Exhibitors

Equip Your Exhibitors

With audiences questioning influencers and AI-created content, live events now stand out as opportunities to learn and connect. One of the most valuable things event organizers can do for their exhibiting customers is to share insights that will help their investment...

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