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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...
Tabitha Brown on Why Authenticity Is Everything

Tabitha Brown on Why Authenticity Is Everything

Tabitha Brown is a New York Times bestselling author, has won multiple NAACP Image Awards, and received an honorary doctorate from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Renowned vegan chef and Emmy-winning TV host, actress, and entrepreneur Tabitha Brown will share...

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Meeting Planners Upbeat Entering 2026

Two new studies show that meeting professionals feel positive about the new year, but are keeping an eye on costs. Meeting professionals are entering the new year feeling optimistic, though concerned about rising costs and what formats will resonate with a wide range...

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Top 10 Best Event Survey Software for 2026

Top 10 Best Event Survey Software for 2026 Event survey software has become one of the most important tools in modern event planning, not because organizers love surveys, but because great events are built on honest feedback. These days, events are no longer judged...

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Get In On the IAEE Action in 2026

Ready to take your exhibitions and events career to new heights? IAEE has lined up an exceptional roster of professional development opportunities for 2026, and you don’t want to miss a single one! From intensive certification programs to cutting-edge industry forums,...

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Think ‘Presence’ vs. ‘Space’

Think ‘Presence’ vs. ‘Space’

With Freeman’s support, CES exhibitors built environments that allowed attendees to engage directly with products, content, and brand messaging. For decades, an exhibitor’s presence at a trade show was defined by a simple equation: To make more of an impact, have a...

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