Even one hour of intentional conversation can reshape how
people experience an entire event.

From how Spark can help planners uncover registration patterns and drive earlier action, to Jahkini Bisselink’s insights on cultural intelligence, generational connection, and trust — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.

From how Convening Leaders 2026 is raising the bar on sustainable event design to what this year’s Meetings Market Survey reveals about AI, DEI, costs, and shifting industry expectations — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.

We’re thrilled to welcome you to Philadelphia, the place where PCMA got its start 70 years ago, and kick off three days of learning from and connecting with the brightest minds in the events business. Convene checked in with Convening Leaders first-timers to see what they’re most excited about this year.

From Devon Montgomery Pasha’s vision for immersive online engagement at Convening Leaders 2026, to new research on planner stress and a look back at four decades of Convene — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.

From AI and sponsorship reinvention to values-based design and measuring joy, the topics covered in Season 9 of the Convene Podcast help define the future shape of business events.

Exhibitors are looking for different ways to show up at your event — and to make a bigger statement without a bigger booth. Here’s how to rethink your exhibitor offerings.

From how new convention center designs are blending local and group needs, to a preview of Convening Leaders 2026’s main stage lineup — including Zanny Minton Beddoes, Adam Grant, Trevor Noah, and Tabitha Brown — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.

The former PCMA Chair of the Board will retire from her position as the Vancouver Convention Centre’s vice president, sales and marketing, in April.

New research shows how Americans’ enthusiasm for AI-enabled tools has shifted to concern about misuse by bad actors and the potential to spread misinformation.

In our recent Meetings Market Survey, Convene asked planners: Are you more worried or more excited about the future? We then put the question to a group of global event professionals. Here’s what they all said.

From smart strategies for managing expenses, to why joy belongs among your KPIs according to Tahira Endean, and how sustainability and innovation can drive meaningful change — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.