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How Knoxville Became a Model for Supporting Local Makers
As Etsy’s first official U.S. ‘Maker City,’ Knoxville, Tennessee, is growing the local economy through arts, crafts, and entrepreneurship.
Jenna Wiese
Jenna Wiese, National Account Director, Destination DC and a member of PCMA's 20 in Their Twenties Class of 2024, talks about the challenge of rising event costs and how if she had her way, she would instill a larger commitment to sustainability in the events industry.
Shamera Stewart
Shamera Stewart, MBA, CMP, DES, Senior Consultant, Events and Operations, at CarMax and a member of PCMA's 20 in Their Twenties Class of 2024, shares how she got into the events industry, the role of digital events have to play now, and what opportunities lie ahead for business events professionals.
Bringing AI to Life — as a Conference Presenter
An AI-powered robot named Ameca co-presented part of the Welcoming Session at the NAB (National Association of Broadcasters) 2024 in Las Vegas, where artificial intelligence in many forms was a hot topic.
News for Professionals: Career Advice and Ideas
How to handle a highly critical boss and other career-related advice in this week’s roundup of workplace news and trends curated by the editors of Convene.
Rachael Molyneux
Rachael Molyneux, a member of PCMA's 20 in Their Twenties Class of 2024 and International Conference Bidding Manager at Liverpool Convention Bureau, shares her thoughts about never feeling intimidated by not having all the answers, but instead embrace the opportunities to learn and grow.
People on the Move
Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where.
‘Just Be Curious’ Advises 36-Year Events Industry Veteran
As she retires from Smithbucklin, Carol McGury reflects on the highlights and challenges that have made her long career at the company and in volunteer leadership roles so fulfilling.
Visit Indy CEO Leonard Hoops on Achieving Work-Life Balance
Convene asked Visit Indy’s Leonard Hoops about whether he thought the post-pandemic emphasis on work-life balance would change the way the industry operates. Yes, Hoops said — and no.
Bringing the Maker Movement to Events
The founder and president of Make: Community reflects on why people become makers and the role the maker movement can play in events.
How an Innovative Partnership in Austin Sets Meeting Planners up for Success
When the Austin Convention Center closes for its redevelopment, the AT&T Hotel and Conference Center at UT Austin, is ready to step in and fill the venue void with multiple options for planners looking to bring their groups to the city.
Columbus Reimagined for Summer 2024 Events
Summer is a great season for meetings and events in Columbus, Ohio, where this year attendees can experience new dining spots, the return of the Scioto Mile Fountain, new pieces on the CBUS Soul Sculpture Trail, superb shopping, and much more.