How to Make Networking Feel Less Intimidating

How to Make Networking Feel Less Intimidating

by | Sep 4, 2024 | Uncategorized

Experiential networking gives attendees an activity to focus on, thus easing the awkwardness of other types of networking events. Walking up to a stranger at a cocktail reception can be awkward — and, for some people, downright scary. Experiential networking takes the...
People on the Move

People on the Move

by | Sep 4, 2024 | Uncategorized

Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. Jeff Toscano Jeff Toscano has been named chief executive officer of Aspen Hospitality, effective Sept. 16. An experienced leader in the hospitality sector, Toscano has served in executive capacities at...
‘The Only Skill That Most of Us Need Is Curiosity’

‘The Only Skill That Most of Us Need Is Curiosity’

by | Sep 4, 2024 | Uncategorized

We gave AI tool Midjourney the following prompt — “event planner in conference center looks directly at camera” — and it gave us these four male images. A year ago, Convene tested the extent to which the generative AI image tool Midjourney can help business event...
Report: Association Leaders Open to Mergers

Report: Association Leaders Open to Mergers

by | Sep 3, 2024 | Uncategorized

A survey by Wipfli found that associations are optimistic financially but looking for strategic advantages via partnerships and tech investment. Association leaders are feeling optimistic about their finances and investing in technology, but also thinking about...
How to Keep Political Talk Civil

How to Keep Political Talk Civil

by | Aug 31, 2024 | Uncategorized

Your people are going to talk about hot-button topics, especially in a presidential election year. But the conversations don’t have to be contentious.  An old saw says that you should never talk about religion or politics in polite company. But when it comes to...