Career & Leadership

What will it take for you to create career that you want? Here are ways to develop leadership and cultivate other essential skills, plus hacks that can make a big impact on anyone's day-to-day work. And we look at ethics — how do your colleagues draw the line on everything from freebies to food waste?

Fueled by the Foundation: Boosting Business Events in Malaysia

Get to know one of the members of the 2018 Class of 20 in Their Twenties. She’s a rising star in the events industry who is developing relationships that will help build a sustainable business-events industry in her home country.

BY David McMillin July 27, 2018

Thank You Notes Are More Important for Business Relations Than You’d Expect

A brief thank-you note might not seem like a big deal, but according to Heather Murphy’s recent New York Times article — recipients appreciate notes more than most expect.

BY Casey Gale July 25, 2018

Fueled by the Foundation: The Next Event Technology Expert

Get to know one of the members of the 2018 Class of 20 in Their Twenties. She’s a rising star in the events industry who is aiming to stay ahead of the trends in technology and elevate event management in the academic arena.

BY David McMillin July 23, 2018

People on the Move

Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. PCMA People on the Move – July 24 2018

BY Casey Gale July 20, 2018

Is ‘The Urgency Effect’ Holding You Back?

You probably choose to complete small, urgent tasks over important but less urgent tasks. Here’s why.

BY Casey Gale July 20, 2018

People on the Move

Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. PCMA People on the Move – July 17 2018

BY Casey Gale July 16, 2018

Fueling the Foundation: A New Scholarship to Celebrate Deborah Sexton’s Impact

The Education Foundation is honoring former PCMA president and CEO Deborah Sexton’s 13 years of leadership with a new scholarship for one lucky business events professional and a reception in Chicago.

BY David McMillin July 16, 2018

Making Your Vacation Last

Time off is important — but how can you stay relaxed and productive once you get back to the office?

BY Barbara Palmer July 11, 2018

People on the Move

Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. PCMA People on the Move – July 10 2018

BY Casey Gale July 9, 2018

Women Do Ask For Raises

Contrary to conventional wisdom, women do ask for raises. They just don’t get them as often as men do, according to a recent study.

BY Barbara Palmer July 6, 2018

Fueling the Foundation: An Immersive Experience

Looking for an opportunity to get a tan, enjoy a margarita, and make a difference? Head over to the Capital Chapter’s Pool Party this Sunday.

BY David McMillin July 5, 2018

The Rise of the Chief Growth Officer

One of the biggest names in business events just added a chief growth officer to its leadership. Is it a sign of a bigger shift in marketing that will place more pressure on events to deliver results?

BY David McMillin July 2, 2018

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