Best Practices for Inclusive Events

Best Practices for Inclusive Events

The ADA (Americans With Disabilities Act) “covers only about 60 percent of accessibility barriers, and the enforcement of the ADA is spotty,” says accessible events expert John Sage. During his 20s, John Sage, who uses a wheelchair, spent a lot of time traveling in...
Associations Face a ‘Pivotal Moment’

Associations Face a ‘Pivotal Moment’

Nonprofits play a vital role in the U.S. economy, with 501 (c)(3) organizations alone accounting for 12.8 million jobs. Associations support 1 million jobs. When Convene spoke with Tommy Goodwin, vice president of Exhibitions & Conferences Alliances (ECA), before...
Why Talent Development Matters Now

Why Talent Development Matters Now

A new study shows that organizations are falling short in supporting future leaders. Talent development isn’t a nice-to-have; it’s a strategic investment in the future.  Where will the next bright minds in your organization come from? Or to put it a better way—you...