The Power of the Reset Moment

The Power of the Reset Moment

By Penny Zenker, aka The Focusologist Celebrity wedding planner David Tutera famously said: “Live life with your eyes wide open so you can embrace unexpected moments because you never know when you will be inspired.” It’s those “unexpected moments” I want to talk...
People on the Move

People on the Move

Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. Jon Hixon Jon Hixon, CMP, CDME, has been named the new senior vice president of business strategy for Travel Portland. Hixon brings three decades of experience working in the travel industry to his new...
Looking Back on a Remarkable, 42-Year Career in Tourism

Looking Back on a Remarkable, 42-Year Career in Tourism

Kitty Ratcliffe accepts her Lifetime Achievement honor at PCMA’s Visionary Awards in 2022. Ratcliffe retired this year after 42 years in the tourism and events industry. (EPNAC photo) Kitty Ratcliffe started out working in retail but it wasn’t long before she found...
News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas

News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas

Looking for ways to do your job better — or for the latest trends in the world of work? Here’s a roundup of career-related stories selected by the editors of Convene. 5 Ways to Escape “Survival Mode” and Reduce Stress at Work Stress at work can push our nervous...
Trade Group Launches Medical Assistant Training Program

Trade Group Launches Medical Assistant Training Program

A leading urology group is facing a future workforce challenge. In the meantime, it’s making sure its current workforce is up to speed.  Various industries are facing pronounced workforce issues. At the same time, trade associations are facing increasing pressure to...