How the CEM Journey Shaped My Career and Community

by | Jun 9, 2025 | Uncategorized

By Necoya L. Tyson, CCEP, CEM-AP, CGMP  | Founder & CEO | Lightsey Event Solutions When I reflect on the journey that led me to where I am today in the exhibitions and events industry, one defining moment stands out: receiving the IAEE Bob Dallmeyer Education Fund...
Discover Meetings in Virginia Beach

Discover Meetings in Virginia Beach

by | Jun 9, 2025 | Uncategorized

From innovative facilities to a vibrant, coastal setting, Virginia Beach is an ideal destination for memorable meetings. Where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Chesapeake Bay is the vibrant, coastal city of Virginia Beach, an ideal setting for memorable meetings of all...
Mary Thao | PCMA Member Spotlight

Mary Thao | PCMA Member Spotlight

by | Jun 9, 2025 | Uncategorized

Get to know PCMA Member Mary Thao, Director of Meetings & Events, ACA International What initially led you to becoming involved with PCMA? I know that the best in the industry are members of professional associations. I had heard outstanding feedback about PCMA’s...
What Successful Change Management Looks Like

What Successful Change Management Looks Like

by | Jun 6, 2025 | Uncategorized

A survey of employees finds that most are disappointed in how leaders communicate around change. A solution: Assume a negative balance of trust, and work to improve it. Change is good, we like to say. But employees may have a few thoughts about that.  A recent survey...
People on the Move

People on the Move

by | Jun 4, 2025 | Uncategorized

Recent announcements about career changes include: Carissa Koral, Connor Foster, Joel Sallee, Ragan Savage Louisville Tourism has announced the following promotions and new hires: Carissa Koral has been promoted to Director of Northeast Sales. Since joining Louisville...