Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

by | Jul 30, 2025 | Uncategorized

Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Planning an event involves an intricate mix of creativity, coordination, and control, but even seasoned professionals fall prey to common event planning mistakes. From underestimating budgets to poor communication...
Finding the Right Space at the Right Time

Finding the Right Space at the Right Time

by | Jul 29, 2025 | Uncategorized

The view from our new North American headquarters on the 71st floor of the Aon Tower in downtown Chicago. (Staff photo) PCMA’s North American office has a new address. In May, we moved just four blocks from our previous headquarters in Chicago, but it was — literally...
How Convention Organizers Are Facing Headwinds

How Convention Organizers Are Facing Headwinds

by | Jul 29, 2025 | Uncategorized

Hervé Sedky, president and CEO of Emerald, served as the moderator of ECEF’s “Headwinds” session. In Washington, D.C. on May 28, the ECEF audience — a record 270 executives — was asked to use their devices to type in a one-word prognosis for U.S. events in the next 18...
Franchise Group Completes Acquisition of Member Firm

Franchise Group Completes Acquisition of Member Firm

by | Jul 29, 2025 | Uncategorized

The move by the International Franchise Association gives it access to a wider membership—including all-important “mumbos.” Earlier this month the International Franchise Association completed an acquisition of one of its largest members and competitors, scaling up...

Event Tech Reality Check

by | Jul 28, 2025 | Uncategorized

Exhibitions and events continue to evolve at breakneck speed, driven by technological innovation and changing attendee expectations. Recent insights from show organizers reveal both the tremendous opportunities and persistent challenges facing industry professionals...