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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...
Gather in Paradise at This St. Pete Beach Resort

Gather in Paradise at This St. Pete Beach Resort

Sirata Beach Resort in St. Pete Beach has a prime location on what Tripadvisor named the best beach in the U.S., along with two pools and two beachside restaurants. Situated on the No. 1 beach in the U.S. according to Tripadvisor, Sirata Beach Resort transports groups...

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CEMA Study Tour: Oktane25

CEMA Study Tour: Oktane25 Hosted by Katie Batten, Director of Strategic Event Marketing and Customer Portfolio at Okta, this panel-style recap takes you inside the conversations from the Oktane Study Tour. Hear directly from tour participants as they reflect on how...

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