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Bill Gates: Innovation is Key to Achieving Net Zero Emissions
During The Economist’s virtual Sustainability Week conference, the philanthropist and founder of Microsoft gives the world a “greater than 50 percent” probability of reaching net zero emissions, but with caveats.
Top Takeaways from the May-June Edition of Convene
The latest issue of Convene offers ideas and insights for meeting professionals. Here are some of the top takeaways.
What’s Often Missing From the Diversity and Inclusion Conversation
In a recent Quartz webinar, an inclusivity activist and technology evangelist for accessibility discussed how to make workplaces more inclusive for employees with disabilities.
Highlights of Day 3 Convening Leaders 2021
An eye-opening session about AI, inspiration from two Olympic medalists, and a call for diversity and inclusion were high spots on the final day of the Convening Leaders hybrid program.
What They’re Saying About Convening Leaders, Day 2
PCMA attendees dove right into Thursday’s sessions and networking activities, participating in chats, engaging with speakers during Q&A, taking part in conversation starters, posting on social media, and listening to great music — from inspiring performances to an upbeat playlist. Check out the buzz from Day 2.
What They’re Saying About Convening Leaders, Day 1
Whether in person or online, PCMA attendees are never a shy bunch. As CL launched, they were finding ways to connect — in session chats, dedicated Slack channels, and on social media. Here’s a look at some of the buzz during the first day.
Our Picks for the Business Event Trends of 2021
The editors of Convene looked back over 2020, asking this question: What’s one meeting and event trend on my radar in 2021?
Do You Want to Talk About Race With Eventprofs?
The Eventsprof Book Club is hosting a discussion with events entrepreneur and diversity expert Ashanti Bentil-Dhue.
3 Secrets of Resilient People
Three strategies that can help anyone through tough times, from a resilience researcher who put them to the test following an agonizing personal loss.
IMEX America 2020 Is Canceled
Citing ongoing corporate travel bans and continued global travel restrictions, IMEX Group has canceled the Las Vegas business events show scheduled for September.
VisitDallas Responds to Audit Concerns
A city audit of VisitDallas offers a reminder that the vital economic contribution that CVBs make needs to be consistently spelled out to local lawmakers and residents.
Business Events Industry Adds More Than $1 Trillion to Global Economy
Preliminary results of the first Global Economic Significance of Business Events study commissioned by the Events Industry Council demonstrates the industry’s impact.