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A Season of Surprises: Why Winter Meetings Shine in South Bend Mishawaka
The vibrant, rapidly growing South Bend and Mishawaka make for a meeting planner’s ideal destination, at any time of year. Winter in South Bend Mishawaka brings a special kind of magic—and savvy planners are taking note. From sparkling riverfront views to intimate...
Plan, Gather, and Launch: OKC’s 2026 Kickoff Meetings at Parkside
Downtown Oklahoma City, anchored by the convention center and adjacent Scissortail Park, is a connected, walkable, energizing place to meet. Step confidently into 2026 in Oklahoma City—where meetings aren’t just easy to plan; they’re energizing to attend. In the heart...
Meet at Marina Bay Sands, a Destination Shaping the Future of Business Events
The future looks bright at Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands, a MICE events leader. Marina Bay Sands Singapore is a venue that’s innovating as fast as you are. Beyond versatile facilities and luxurious accommodations, Marina Bay Sands maintains its position as Asia’s...
Why Jargon Is a Leadership Problem
Corporate buzzwords can be more than just annoyances. They can misalign groups and frustrate your best strategic intentions. Culture eats strategy for breakfast, the line goes. I’ll take it a step further: The language we use eats culture first. We’re familiar with...
Reinvention Underway: Cleveland’s Holiday Glow and 2026 Meeting Buzz
A winter wonderland of lights shines bright in Cleveland’s Public Square. As December’s lights twinkle across Public Square and Lake Erie’s shoreline, Cleveland, Ohio’s glow is more than holiday décor—it’s a sign of transformation. With more than $230 million in...
Planners Share Their Recent Challenges and Rewards
Convene‘s 32nd Annual Meetings Market Survey explored the state of the industry by surveying event professionals around the world about what’s working, what’s not, and how they are meeting uncertainty with agility and flexibility. Here are some additional responses...




