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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...

People on the Move

Laura PurdyLaura Purdy, general manager of Toronto’s Exhibition Place, has announced that she will retire at the end of May. She began her career in marketing and communications within the commercial real estate sector before joining SMG (now Legends Global). After a...

Non-Dues Revenue: Your Association’s Key to Sustainability

As dues income fails to keep pace with rising costs, organizations can diversify their revenue streams—or risk long-term viability. Today, many associations are faced with a fundamental question that will impact not just how they operate in the future but, more...

Sadie Noland

PCMA’s 20 in Their Twenties program honors exceptional young leaders in the business events industry. Class of 2026 member Sadie Noland, marketing & sales specialist at the Pediatric Academic Societies Meeting, sees strategic adoption of AI as helpful to enhance...

How to Lead Through Turbulence

Clear communication is more important than ever now—even if what you’re saying is you’re not sure what’s next. 2025 has been a year of uncertainty and disruption for associations, as they’ve watched their members and industries get pushed and pulled by the political...

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The Ethics Behind Innovation

Editorial Note: Originally published in the October 2025 issue of Trade Show Executive magazine. Throughout the year, I’ve discussed the indelible impact that technology is making on our trade shows along with the doors it’s opening for our industry. The lightning...

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People on the Move

People on the Move

Heather G. EubankThe Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa in Bonita Springs, Florida has appointed Heather G. Eubank as its new director of events. She brings 35 years of hospitality experience to the role, including nearly three decades with Hyatt Hotels in...

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