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Kimberly Hoffman
Members of PCMA’s 20 in Their Twenties class of 2020 already have proven to be leaders, putting their own mark on the business events industry. Kimberly Hoffman, CMP, DMCP, director of event services at Accent Indy, a DMC Network Company in Indianapolis, shares her thoughts about the industry.
DEI: Tips to Increase Participation in Post-Event Surveys
Post-event data not only helps us to improve our events each year, but also provides us with insight into our customers’ wants and needs. Download this content resource for tips on setting survey objectives, contructing questions and the ever-tricky incentive decision.
Airbnb Is Heading to Antarctica with Sabbatical Program
No one is renting out their home — the company is inviting volunteers to spend some time at the South Pole, as part of its Sabbatical program, aimed at travel to ‘do good.’ The initiative, however, has raised a few eyebrows.
What’s New in Travel, Food and Beverage
What food trends and stories should event planners have on their radar? Convene provides a weekly roundup of what’s making news in the F&B and business travel worlds.
Where to Stay in Salt Lake
From chic downtown digs to slope-side accommodations in the Wasatch Mountains, Salt Lake has a hotel to match every meeting style.
Gina Glantz and GenderAvenger Challenge the Manel
GenderAvenger co-founder and veteran political consultant Gina Glantz talks about how — and why — she’s fought to include women and other underrepresented voices at conferences and events, as PCMA continues its Ascent Luminaries video series, made possible by VisitDallas.
Explore the Arts in Milwaukee
Inspire attendees during an afternoon at some of Milwaukee’s top galleries and museums.
6 Japanese Cities to Consider for Your Next Event
With hubs for medicine, manufacturing, education and environmentalism, there’s a destination for every niche.
Are Manels Losing Ground?
Gina Glantz co-founded GenderAvenger five years ago to help ensure that women are equally represented as speakers at conferences. Lately, Glantz says, ‘something extraordinary’ has been happening.
‘Ugly’ Produce, Food Waste, and Events
A recent book in Spanish, Los tomates de verdad son feos (translation: Real Tomatoes Are Ugly), artfully illustrates the issue of food waste — some of which can be attributed to our obsession with ‘perfect’ produce. The author talks to Convene about cultural mores that might contribute to the problem in event settings.
Moving the Needle on Food Donations from Events
Yes, you can donate unused prepared leftovers from events with little liability risk, but it takes early planning, and working closely with partners.
News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas
We get it, you’re busy. So, the Convene editors have curated the latest tips and trends in the world of work for you. Take a look at what caught our eye this past week.