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Maximizing Minority-Owned Brands
A new training and mentorship program in the F&B sector of consumer packed goods is helping entrepreneurs of color gain access to — and find success at — industry trade shows.
C’mon Get Scrappy: Adopting a ‘Good Enough’ Approach to Tackling Problems
The most valuable lessons about problem-solving come from small companies and nonprofits, a new book about workarounds claims.
How Event Destinations Are Facing the Crime Challenge
With meeting professionals making safety and security a top priority for their events, destinations are finding innovative solutions to augment public safety programs.
How Columbus is Committing to DEI
Columbus has emerged as a leader in DEI thanks to the city’s thoughtful, community-oriented initiatives.
Unique Spaces To Take Your Las Vegas Event to the Next Level
Home to more than 14 million square feet of meeting space, Las Vegas has plenty of options for planners looking to really make an impact. This is a city where innovation and imagination come to play; where big ideas are not only shared but also brought to life.
New spaces, new opportunities. Meet in Arizona.
Out with the old, in with the Grand Canyon State. Arizona’s abundant sunshine is surpassed only by its vast, wide-open spaces—making it an ever-changing wonderland for gatherings. Elevate your next meeting by adding these new and/or newly upgraded destinations to your itinerary.
Meeting Planner FAQ About No Portland Sales Tax
Portland, Oregon, is known for many things, including its beer, its coffee, and its eclectic arts and culture scene. But besides being full of interesting things for attendees to enjoy, there’s one aspect of the city that should put it at the top of any planners list: No sales tax
News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas
Looking for ways to do your job better — or for the latest trends in the world of work? Here’s a roundup of career-related stories selected by the editors of Convene.
Tomell Harbison
Tomell Harbison, meeting and event coordinator at Talley Management Group and a member of PCMA’s 20 in Their Twenties class of 2023, shares what aspect of his job inspires him.
People on the Move
Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where.
Life Sciences Meetings Thrive in Philadelphia
Philadelphia knows something about meetings. The city hosted one of the most important meetings in American history in 1774, which led to the historic signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Discover a World of Experiences in Miami
As a gateway to Latin America, Miami pulses with international appeal—providing meeting attendees with authentic, diverse experiences they’ll find nowhere else. In the heart of the action is the reimagined Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC).