The Power of the Perfect Conference Closing

The Power of the Perfect Conference Closing

Julia Gräßer guides Convening EMEA 2023 participants in a meditation during the events’ closing session in Copenhagen, Denmark. Read about the thoughts behind the unusual close in “Beginning and Ending an Event With Authenticity.” Dominic Thurbon, a Sydney,...
Rethinking Award Presentations

Rethinking Award Presentations

Award presentations during general sessions compete with the primary attraction or speakers. During a recent client roundtable, we had a lively discussion around the challenges of changing up the way awards are presented during general sessions at events. While all...
Indy Airport Spotlights Diverse Artists With Disabilities

Indy Airport Spotlights Diverse Artists With Disabilities

A ceremony this Spring at the Indianapolis International Airport kicked off the second annual exhibit at the airport of art works by diverse artists and creatives with disabilities in Indiana. The exhibit, done through a partnership with the Indiana Association of...
How Trade Associations Stay Optimistic

How Trade Associations Stay Optimistic

Despite plenty of uncertainty, a new survey says trade-group execs remain positive, thanks to efforts to move beyond advocacy. These might be complicated times domestically and globally, but trade associations feel like they’re well-equipped to handle them. The 2024...
Yolanda Simmons Battle | PCMA Member Spotlight

Yolanda Simmons Battle | PCMA Member Spotlight

Discussing mental health with PCMA Member Yolanda Simmons Battle, Associate Director, Meetings and Events, American Psychological Association Can you share a little about why you think prioritizing mental health is important in the business events industry? Having...