News & Trends

What’s happening — or coming up next — in the meetings and events world and beyond.

‘Talent is Everywhere’ and Other Lessons in Leading DMOs During a Pandemic

Tammy Blount-Canavan reflects on what she’s learned in her role as a leadership consultant for DMOs during the pandemic, as she prepares to step into the top job at Visit Seattle.

BY Barbara Palmer April 19, 2022

Women Leading the Way at Convention Centers: Kathleen Warden

Climate change is the top challenge facing convention centers, says Kathleen Warden, director of conference sales at the Scottish Event Campus in Glasgow, Scotland.

BY Jennifer Dienst April 14, 2022

PCMA EduCon Speaker Andrew Davis on Innovating for the Future of Events

At PCMA EduCon 2022, marketing expert Andrew Davis will share his theory on why you need a box to think outside the box.

BY Jennifer N. Dienst April 13, 2022

Monterey Convention Center Ready for its Close-up

Monterey Convention Center’s immersive studio with a wrap-around video wall delivers facility’s customers with a solution for hybrid and virtual meetings.

BY Barbara Palmer April 11, 2022

The Future of Mask Mandates at Meetings

Mask mandates have been lifted in most parts of the United States, but the potential for another COVID-19 surge lingers. Should associations with in-person meetings this spring and summer maintain the mask mandates they previously had in place? Event organizers in the PCMA Catalyst community discussed the topic.

BY Convene Editors April 8, 2022

A Look at the New North Javits Center Expansion

The new Javits Center building embraces its West Side location, with floor-to-ceiling views of the Hudson River, and a slew of new sustainability initiatives.

BY Michelle Russell April 8, 2022

Nice to Meet You, I’m … How to Remember Names

As in-person events return, former U.S. Memory Champ Chester Santos shares science-backed tips for putting names to faces.

BY Barbara Palmer April 7, 2022

Outside the Echo Chamber

For insights on how stakeholders want to participate in future events, we’re seeking out unusual sources.

BY Michelle Russell April 6, 2022

The Curb-Cut Effect and Accessibility at Events

Providing services to make events inclusive and accessible yields benefits for all participants.

BY Barbara Palmer April 6, 2022

10 Timely Insights for Producing an Event in 2022

What to keep in mind — and what to ignore — as you plan your in-person events this year.

BY Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes April 6, 2022

Extending the Reach of Live Events

Business events professionals must remain vigilant about how we bring value to our audiences, in whatever channel they need.

BY Sherrif Karamat April 6, 2022

Women Leading the Way at Convention Centers: Ellen Schwartz

More diverse leadership is coming to facility management in the near future, says Ellen Schwartz, general manager at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

BY Jennifer Dienst April 5, 2022

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