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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...

Let’s Talk About Chatbots

Exhibition and event organizers are far too familiar with the pre-event deluge of repetitive questions from attendees and exhibitors that can overwhelm their team. One association discovered a solution that reduced its staff’s workload by 80% while simultaneously...

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People on the Move

People on the Move

Dan Hayes The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority has appointed Dan Hayes as its new chief operating officer. Hayes will lead operations, expansion, and renovation initiatives at the convention center as he oversees the organization’s broader operational...

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Tom Ruzsa | PCMA Member Spotlight

Tom Ruzsa | PCMA Member Spotlight

Get to know PCMA Member Tom Ruzsa, Director of Meeting Sales and Sports, Meet Minneapolis What initially led you to becoming involved with PCMA? I joined PCMA to increase my networking presence in the Chicagoland area. How has your career developed as a result of...

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