Event Technology

When it’s imperative that you keep your attendees connected, here’s what you need to know about Wi-Fi, video feeds, simulcasts, apps, social media, and more. We look at what works and what doesn't, and talk to meeting professionals about their favorites.

How Do You View AI: As a Threat, Tool, or Teammate?

Organizational psychologist David Burkus thinks your answer to that question will spell the difference between whether your team succeeds or not. He’ll explain why and how in his Main Stage keynote at CEMA Summit, July 27-29, in Austin.

BY Jennifer N. Dienst July 11, 2025

What Planners Need to Know About Using AI in the Hiring Process

Both employers and job candidates are using AI resources to streamline the hiring process — but sometimes this can backfire.

BY Kate Mulcrone June 11, 2025

A Legal Expert Offers Advice on Navigating AI’s Ethical Risks

Jill Blood, who helps lead the legal team at Maritz, on balancing the risks and the rewards of using AI in business event operations and data analysis.

BY Barbara Palmer May 19, 2025

Making Gen AI Your ‘Thought Partner for Innovation’

AI is reshaping business models, customer engagement, and value creation, but what lies ahead? AI expert Ayesha Khanna, Ph.D., explores the rise of AI agents, ambient intelligence, and the ethical responsibility that comes with innovation with Convene — and what it means for business leaders, including event professionals.

BY Magdalina Atanassova April 4, 2025

Mastering the Three Steps to AI Implementation

AI expert Ayesha Khanna, Ph.D., shares the three foundational steps every organization must take to successfully adopt AI — from structuring your data and aligning teams to ensuring ethical governance. Here’s how to turn AI into a strategic advantage, not just a tech upgrade.

BY Magdalina Atanassova April 4, 2025

5 Ways to Emotionally Engage Attendees

To create bigger ROE (Return on Emotion), ‘think positive but impactful.’

BY Jennifer N. Dienst April 1, 2025

Sustainability Solutions Startups for the Win

At the SXSW Pitch Competition this month, three startups devoting time and energy to sustainability solutions were named winners, with another earning special attention. Plus, we spotlight a Travel + Leisure Global Visionary Awardee whose eco-friendly initiative for hotels makes it easy for guests to give back to the local community.

BY Michelle Russell March 20, 2025

AI Pulse Check: How Event Planners Are Using Gen AI

A look at how events industry professionals are using AI, what worries them, and why they should look beyond productivity.

BY Barbara Palmer March 18, 2025

How to Diversify Your Social Media Strategy for Events

One minute, TikTok is banned; the next, it’s back. Then Meta decides to ditch professional fact-checking. Threads’ popularity skyrockets, then struggles to keep users engaged. Here are tips for navigating the shifting social-media landscape.

BY Sara Fellows and Keith Campbell February 24, 2025

Expert Tips for Better Virtual Communication

Organizational behavior expert Andrew Brodsky on why it’s worth your time to think more deliberately about how you use technology to communicate.

BY Barbara Palmer February 19, 2025

Inside Spark’s AI Innovation Challenge: Spark ‘Kind of Just Jumps in With You’

How Spark helped the winning team knock out a long list of event planning tasks while racing the clock.

BY Barbara Palmer February 4, 2025

Scott Galloway Tees Up His Predictions for 2025

The NYU Stern marketing professor kicked off CL25 on the Main Stage last night with his pick of stocks, tech, media platforms, and more to keep an eye on this year.

BY Jennifer N. Dienst January 13, 2025

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