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What Leaders Need to Make the Most of AI

by Aidan | Jan 16, 2026 | Uncategorized

Associations succeed when their staffs feel well-trained around generative AI. That starts with leaders getting comfortable with it themselves. Survey after survey has made clear that organizations, including associations, are increasingly comfortable with AI. Less...

This Week on the Convene Podcast: Sustainability at CL26 and Key Insights from the 2025 Meetings Market Survey

by Aidan | Jan 16, 2026 | Uncategorized

Here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast this week. Convene Article: How Convening Leaders 2026 Is Embracing Sustainability Thanks to a combination of careful planning and strategic partnerships, PCMA’s annual meeting keeps raising its own standards for event...

Would You Rather Games Questions for Corporate Events & Conferences

by Aidan | Jan 15, 2026 | Uncategorized

Would You Rather Games Questions for Corporate Events & Conferences The Complete Engagement Guide Powered by Eventdex Corporate events and conferences have changed dramatically in recent years. Attendees today expect more than keynote speeches and panel...

Bob Priest-Heck’s Journey from Innovator to Industry Icon

by Aidan | Jan 15, 2026 | Uncategorized

The IAEE Lifetime Achievement Award is a special honor reserved for members whose decades of service have changed the direction of exhibitions and events through a significant impact on how our industry operates. This prestigious award is not presented annually, nor...

Industry Spotlight: Marriot Bonvoy Events

by Aidan | Jan 14, 2026 | Uncategorized

Learn more about Marriott Bonvoy Events Marriott Bonvoy Events About Marriott International offers the industry’s most powerful and diverse portfolio, featuring more than 30 leading brands and nearly 9,700 properties across 143 countries and territories. This global...

It’s a Wrap!

by Aidan | Jan 14, 2026 | Uncategorized

Here’s a look at what the Convene team saw, heard, and overheard this week in Philly. We’ve also included contributions from Convening Leaders participants who posted about the event on social media. What was your favorite part of CL26? Don’t forget to fill out our...