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Updated Business Events Compass Reveals a Big Bounce
Hope for a better 2021 surged among business event planners and event participants in the latest installment of the Business Events Compass, although challenges remain.
An Easy Way to Remember the 5 Rules for Better Negotiations
Convening Leaders speaker and expert on collaborative business relationships Kate Vitasek offered a framework for event professionals to rethink their transactional approach to contracts.
How Leaders Can Find Their Next Business Model
Successful tech entrepreneur and Convening Leaders speaker Eric Holdener on who to listen to you when you’re looking for a breakthrough business idea.
PCMA Board of Directors Chair: ‘I Have Been Humbled’ in 2020
Stuart Ruff-Lyon, 2020 Chairman of the PCMA Board of Directors, looks back on a year of challenges both personal and professional, and the changes the pandemic has brought to the business events industry.
A Gray Area: Virtual Exhibits and Unrelated Business Income Tax (UBIT)
Two attorneys who represent associations suggest that when it comes to whether income received from virtual-only trade shows is subject to taxation, we’re in a gray area. And that may be preferable to the alternative — a clear ruling that is not favorable to nonprofits. Here’s what you need to know. (A PCMA White Paper)
Peter Hinssen Wants You to Embrace the ‘Never Normal’
2020 was all about adapting to “the new normal.” But Convening Leaders speaker Peter Hinssen said we need to anticipate the “never normal” — a reality where change is constantly triggered by “seismic shocks” like the COVID-19 pandemic.
Our Picks for the Business Event Trends of 2021
The editors of Convene looked back over 2020, asking this question: What’s one meeting and event trend on my radar in 2021?
Webinar: Meet Us In New Orleans
Join us for an eventful webinar that brings together the food, music and culture of New Orleans. During our time together we will have several conversations with hospitality leaders and discuss exciting new developments underway in the Crescent City.
Webinar: Convening Leaders 2021: What You Need to Know for a Successful Experience
Join us as we walk through the Convening Leaders 2021 event model and share with you how you can make the most of your experience. This overview will cover educational programming, networking opportunities and more. This is a must-attend session for those registered for Convening Leaders, but also offers great information for those making the decision to attend.
Webinar: Virtual & Hybrid Event Production: What You Need to Know to Be Successful in 2021
Join the experts from CadmiumCD, Projection, and Conference Managers for an in-depth discussion on how to plan your event production in 2021 and beyond. We’ll explore best practices, tips, and even a few case studies on how to prepare for successful virtual and hybrid events.
What Can We Expect for Meetings and Events Next Year?
According to a global survey of meeting professionals by American Express, small in-person events will return late in the year.
Webinar: A Whistle-Stop Tour of Ireland
Join us for a whistle-stop tour of the Emerald Isle, where Meet in Ireland will be bringing you a flavor of Ireland from the comfort of your own home. During the webinar you will learn why Ireland is the perfect destination to host an international conference, and you will also hear about one association’s journey and experience of hosting their conference in Ireland. You can also expect to be treated to plenty of fun entertainment that showcases traditional Irish music and dance at its best.