Participants take a physical stand on an issue in ‘Creative Tensions.’ People don’t leave the world at the door when they come to an event,” Alex Gallafent reminded the audience at the beginning of his PCMA Convening Leaders session, “More Than One Way to Think,” in...

Here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast this week. Article: Setting the Tone for Civility A code of conduct for events should go beyond preventing harassment and set the standard for treating fellow participants with respect. Written and read by Michelle Russell,...

Drummers kept the beat as the Spokane Tribe of Indians dancers performed. The AMC Institute (AMCI) Annual Meeting is a small event — between 200-300 participants — but it can pack a big punch. That’s because AMCI is a nonprofit organization that supports, promotes,...

Navigating shifts in the business world and larger society is nothing new to the National Black MBA Association. The crowds have been noticeably thinner than usual at some major conferences held in the past few months,” a December 2025 Nature article noted. Those...

In partnership with Freeman, eXp completely reimagined their Expo Hall to be more central to the attendee journey. The Business Event Strategist of the Year category at the Visionary Awards recognizes professionals who lead business events with clear strategic intent,...