News & Trends
Working Remotely? Try ‘Bursty’ Communication.
As companies wrestle with how to keep remote workers engaged, two business school faculty members say they have one solution: ‘bursty’ communication.
Countdown to Convening Leaders 2020
We’ll continue to push boundaries — and extend our reach — in San Francisco. I invite you to join us on our journey.
How the World’s Best Restaurant Completed its Renovation
As an episode in the “7 Days Out” Netflix documentary series showed, sometimes the most complicated projects rely on a simple tool for success.
Dealing with Weaponization of Travel Concerns
Issues on planners’ minds are sparking discussion on the PCMA Catalyst forum. Here’s some recent advice on what to do when legislation in a destination makes headlines and causes a backlash.
Walk Score Tracks Top 10 Most Walkable U.S. Cities
Getting out and exploring event destinations on foot not only appeals to attendees, it cuts down on shuttle costs for event planners. Walk Score tracks the top 10 most walkable U.S. cities — and some may take you by surprise.
Not Your Average Survey: The UN Wants to Hear from Meetings Industry
Meeting professionals are invited to help the United Nations understand how to better include the industry in achieving its global sustainability goals.
How the World Congress of the World Federation of the Deaf Fosters Inclusivity for Its Attendees
The WFD Congress is organized by one of the oldest international organizations for people with disabilities, so making it inclusive and accessible to all attendees is a priority. At this year’s event, organizers ensured that the venue was physically accessible, and gave significant considerations to language access.
Roy Evans, a True Leader, Visionary in the Events Industry
The business events industry lost a giant with the passing in July of former PCMA President and CEO Roy B. Evans, Jr., CAE, who built PCMA into the global leader in the business events industry it is today.
Discover Puerto Rico Doubles Down on Positive Messages
Discover Puerto Rico reinforces that it remains open for business after governor’s resignation, and underscores the importance of tourism and business travel to its economic recovery following Hurricane Maria.
2 Remedies for Flight Connection Anxiety
Travelers might have an easier time making flight connections — or being compensated when they don’t — thanks to United Airlines’ expanded ConnectionSaver tool and, separately, a ruling by the European Court of Justice.
PCMA, Events Industry Mourn Passing of Terence Donnelly
The Experient VP volunteered much of his time to industry associations and initiatives, and was loved and respected by his colleagues.
Kirsten Olean Named Director of Meetings for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
The secretary-treasurer on the PCMA Board of Directors will assume her new role in mid-August after five years at the American Society for Microbiology.