Can Leaders Fake Empathy?

Yes, one expert says. Indeed, it might be an essential C-suite skill. Just be sincere about why you’re doing it.  It’s practically gospel now that, counter to the attitude of the go-go 80s, an effective leader is one who demonstrates empathy. There are good reasons...

Big Ideas for Better Events

Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition draws together the people, ideas and energy that define what’s possible in business events. For exhibition organizers, it’s a place to join forward-thinking peers eager to absorb strategies that move the needle and...
Artful Experiences

Artful Experiences

This article and those listed below are part of Convene’s June 2026 issue. Find the turn-page versions of this and past issues in our digital library. Illustrations by Ellyx Martinez The core purpose of art and creative expression is to give birth to new thoughts and...