People on the Move

People on the Move

Sally Cope Business Events Australia has named Sally Cope as its new executive general manager, industry & business events. She has a strong record in tourism and business events and will lead the organization’s international team in bringing business events to...
Make Every Moment Matter

Make Every Moment Matter

The learning sessions at exhibitions create data, insights and moments that can drive engagement long after the event has ended. Every conversation on the show floor, every question asked from the audience at a session and every presentation that earns a standing...
The One-Stop Source for Meetings in Macao

The One-Stop Source for Meetings in Macao

These days, as budgets get tighter and planners are expected to do more with less, the support of a destination partner is more essential than ever. That’s why the Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute of the Macao SAR (IPIM) has increased its support services...

AI Leadership, Without the Boos

Graduates’ skepticism about AI is rooted in legitimate workforce questions. Executives need to deliver clearer answers.  AI is a lot of things these days. One thing it isn’t is an applause line. In recent weeks, multiple graduation speakers have tubthumped on behalf...
Blake Waravdekar, DES

Blake Waravdekar, DES

PCMA’s 20 in Their Twenties program honors exceptional young leaders in the business events industry. Class of 2026 member Blake Waravdekar, DES, meeting coordinator at the Association of American Medical Colleges, learned early on in her career that even the most...