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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 Support Your Overstressed People

How to Support Your Overstressed People

With burnout increasing, association leaders need to do more to support staff and members. Step one: Think beyond “wellness.” Burnout is back. According to a new report from the workforce research firm Gallagher [PDF], two-thirds of employers are concerned about...

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CEM Spotlight on Samer Munshi, CEM

Samer Munshi, CEM currently serves as Director of Business and Events Development for the Saudi Conventions and Exhibitions General Authority (SCEGA). Over the past 15+ years, he has been trusted to lead the planning, execution and development of some of Saudi...

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CEMA Connects: Master the Repeatable Events Formula

CEMA Connects: Master the Repeatable Events Formula Now on demand! Learn how Camille Arnold, Director of Experiential Marketing at Splash scaled the company’s portfolio and discover the strategies behind creating impactful experiences—whether you’re connecting with...

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People on the Move

People on the Move

Russell Kice The Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau has welcomed Russell Kice as its new director of convention center sales. He is part of a team dedicated to a collaborative initiative that streamlines sales operations to deliver a more client-focused...

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