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How to Make a Listening Tour Work
Hearing out member and staff concerns is valuable, especially for new leaders. But you need an action plan too. “I’m just here to listen.” Those can be the most important five words a leader can say when they enter a new role—or safest and most passive. No question,...
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...
This Week on the Convene Podcast: Creative Connection, Sustainable Kitchens, and Climate Action in Events
Here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast this week. Convene Article: An Artist in Residence Inspired Deeper Connections at This Association’s Annual Meeting How a First Nations artist’s live carving sparked a four-day-long conversation at an International Academy of...
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....
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...
Your Voice Matters in Shaping the Industry’s Future
By Mary Tucker | Senior Communications and Content Manager | IAEE A new year brings fresh opportunities to shape policy outcomes. What happens in the White House and on Capitol Hill in 2026 will have a far-reaching impact throughout the business and professional...
