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Industry Mourns Passing of ASAE CEO John Graham
John H. Graham IV, FASAE, CAE, ASAE’s longtime president and CEO, has passed away after a long battle with cancer. Susan Robertson, CAE, will continue to serve as interim president and CEO of ASAE.
What Meeting Trends We’ll Be Watching in 2020
The editors of Convene looked back over 2019, asking this question: What’s one meeting and event trend on my radar in 2020?
Boomerlennials: Prospective Attendees Who Are Aging Backwards
The boomerlennial micro-generation, according to Trend Hunter, is not acting any older. They are still working, exploring new ideas, and launching new businesses.
Puppies, Meditation, and No Political Arguments: Aruba’s ‘Election Disconnection’ Campaign
Already stressed out about casting a ballot in November? Aruba’s ‘Election Disconnection’ Campaign aims to offer U.S. voters a unique escape.
‘Cheers’ to First Woman-Focused Program at Craft Beverage Expo
Groundbreaking education at an event helped women in the craft beverage industry leverage their influence — and targeted one of their pain points.
Seven F&B Trends for 2020 and How Events Can Embrace Them
From plant-based meats to zero-proof beverages, Whole Foods’ experts predict the flavors, products, and culinary influences that might make their way to your event menu in the coming year.
Here’s How the Events Industry Could Slash Greenhouse Gases
Subbing in plant-based alternatives to meat and dairy, industry-wide, would have a dramatic impact, say the authors of a new report. So, what’s stopping us?
Summit of Minds: ‘Great People, Great Content, and the Great Outdoors’
Now in its sixth year, Summit of Minds draws 300 thought leaders across different disciplines to the French Alps to explore weighty issues of the day — and the surrounding awe-inspiring terrain.
How Events Help in the Fight Against Human Trafficking
Theresa Flores became a victim of sex trafficking after being raped and photographed by a high-school crush. She’ll share her story — and how the events industry can help combat human trafficking — at Convening Leaders 2020.
Convening Leaders’ Trending Now Studio to Spotlight ‘Forces of Change’
The PCMA Convening Leaders 2020 program will include a studio that’s tuned in to the latest topics and trends shaping the future of the events industry.
Industry Icon Patti Shock Passes Away
An educator, consultant, speaker, and author, Shock is credited with creating the first academic track for meetings, events, and trade shows at the college level and with being an early online learning adopter.
PCMA Convening Leaders and San Francisco — Where Innovation Meets
Long known for its innovative chops, the City by the Bay is home to ‘unicorn’ startups that are already changing the way the events industry does business.