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Unpacking a Year of Events Industry Research
Ken Holsinger, senior vice president of industry research and insights at Freeman, on what stood out to him in the Freeman End-of-Year Recap — and what’s next.
This Week on the Convene Podcast: A Biennial Gathering with Deep Impact and Building Sustainable Success with Erin Stafford
From how a national leadership conference amplifies the influence of Black Greek‑letter organizations to Erin Stafford’s insights on avoiding burnout and achieving sustainable success — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.
More Than Hacking It
A speedy win at the Convening Leaders 2026 Spark Hackathon was the result of years of combined experience and experimentation among three strangers.
Makenzie Brown
Makenzie Brown, international association sales manager at the Scottish Event Campus, was floored by the sheer size of the events industry.
This Week on the Convene Podcast: Making Subvention Programs More Effective and Leading Through Disruption with Jay Kiew
From new research on why today’s subvention models fall short to Jay Kiew’s insights on building change‑fluent, resilient teams — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.
Filling a Hospitality Talent Gap While Giving Back: New Initiative Uplifts a Community
For more than 25 years, a Philadelphia food bank has provided low-income residents a pathway to employment in food service. A new partnership with the Philadelphia CVB and Michelin seeks to elevate and expand career opportunities for those students while filling a need in the local hospitality sector.
Our New Duty of Relevance
Even one hour of intentional conversation can reshape how people experience an entire event.
Why the Most Online Generation Still Shows Up for Events — And How to Design for Them
Recent research conducted by MCI Canada reveals why Gen Z values in-person events — and what they seek from them.
What’s Next for Ben Goedegebuure?
Ben Goedegebuure, a 2020 PCMA Lifetime Achievement Honoree, Business Events Strategist, is starting ‘a new chapter.’
Rilee Bradshaw, CEM
Rilee Bradshaw, CEM, client relationship manager at Freeman, leans into collaboration, transparency, and proactive planning.
Small Changes Led to Big Results at This Medical Meeting
The tweaks made at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery’s Annual Meeting and Expo offer a valuable reminder for all event professionals: Transformation doesn’t need to happen overnight — taking even small steps represents progress.
How 3 Different Meetings Outmaneuvered Shifting Political Winds
Budget cuts, visa headaches, and a six-week government shutdown in the U.S. proved to be no match for STEM and government meeting planners and one innovative educator who understands the value of conferences.