Make Milestone Moments Matter

Make Milestone Moments Matter

‘One lesson from NATO’s 75th Anniversary Summit is that milestones should be designed as experiences, not simply announced as themes.’ Photo courtesy NATO. In honor of America’s semiquincentennial (say that three times fast!) next month, I’ve been thinking about how...
Effortless by Design: The Power of Hosting in Boise

Effortless by Design: The Power of Hosting in Boise

Boise blends outdoor beauty with easy access, offering planners a destination where meetings and nature come together seamlessly. In Boise, meetings feel easy by design. From the moment attendees land at Boise Airport — located just seven minutes from downtown — they...
Events in 2036: Three Futures Already Taking Shape

Events in 2036: Three Futures Already Taking Shape

Biomanufactured booths that can be quickly customized and then recycled are likely to be big in the future. As Convene looks back on the past 40 years, we thought it might be fun to peek ahead to the next 10. What might we be reflecting on at the 50th anniversary?...
People on the Move

People on the Move

Rachael RiggsRachael Riggs has joined Visit Seattle as vice president of meetings and conventions, managing the DMO’s sales and services departments and collaborating with the Seattle Convention Center and downtown hotels on meetings and events business. She brings...