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Revenue Strategies That Deliver

by Aidan | Jul 17, 2026 | Uncategorized

Editorial Note: This blog is the fourth in a five-part series. Click on the links to catch up on previous installments of the series: Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3. Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition has earned its reputation as the ONE EPIC EVENT for...

This Week on the Convene Podcast: Creating Immersive Digital Experiences and Preparing for an AI-Driven Future with Shawn DuBravac

by Aidan | Jul 17, 2026 | Uncategorized

Here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast this week. Article: At the Heart of It How the European Society of Radiology used a combination of the latest technology tools to create an immersive digital experience for medical imaging professionals. Written and read by...

Designing for Everyone: A Blueprint for Inclusive Events

by Aidan | Jul 16, 2026 | Uncategorized

Small, intentional choices are what make an event feel welcoming to everyone—and those choices can vary widely depending on where you are in the world. Inclusive events have come a long way over the past decade. The introduction of the UN Sustainable Development...

My CEM is a Lifelong Compass

by Aidan | Jul 15, 2026 | Uncategorized

By Tom Cindric, CEM Emeritus | President, Exhibitions | Informa Connect Foodservice It is hard to believe that I first received my CEM at Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition in Nashville in 1998! Since then, my CEM designation has been an important part...

People on the Move

by Aidan | Jul 15, 2026 | Uncategorized

Chris SchimekThe Freeman Company has promoted Chris Schimek to President of Freeman Events & Exhibits, a newly created position. He most recently served as the CEO of Freeman Events & Exhibits, where he led teams that plan, produce, and execute live events....

Report: Events Pros Slower to Expand

by Aidan | Jul 14, 2026 | Uncategorized

As economic and geopolitical challenges persist, a new survey finds meetings leaders are looking for more value in current programs. According to a new survey, meetings and events leaders are restraining their ambitions in the face of political and economic headwinds,...