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2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Jordana Kozyreff
Jordana Kozyreff, 33, is executive director of production for Shiraz Creative.
In the Age of Endless Content, People Choose Connection
A trailblazer in creating digital networks and new business models, Convening APAC 2026 keynote speaker Mark Adams talks to Convene about communities, networks, and who we are after AI.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Keri Richardson
Keri Richardson, 39, is co-founder and managing partner of CrowdAxis.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Annie Thompson
Annie Thompson, 39, is director of experiential marketing for Bumble Inc.
Top Trending Stories on BizBash: March 2026
Wondering what the rest of the industry is up to? Here, BizBash offers a peek over the fence at what other event profs have been reading this month.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Kali Heitholt
Kali Heitholt, 39, is group creative director for Jack Morton.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Kelly Hayes
Kelly Hayes, 34, is account manager for IDEKO.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Stephen Cashmere
Stephen Cashmere, 37, is director of production for Brave New Media LA.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Patty Lora
Patty Lora, 35, is the founder and CEO of CREW.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Alexander Lipin
Alexander Lipin, 37, is co-founder/director of operations and strategy for Hospitality & Culinary Collective.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Shari Lucas
Shari Lucas, 38, is national senior director, private events for Meow Wolf.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Nicole Stephens
Nicole Stephens, 37, is events and partnerships manager for The Weather Company.
A Gathering Powerhouse: Convene Hospitality Group
Discover how four leading organizations deliver exceptional human experiences.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Marina Middleton
Marina Middleton, 35, is the CEO of Create & Cultivate.
From MWC, CES and SXSW, Find Out How Brands Are Redefining Engagement in 2026
Sparks EVP Account Direction Lisa Lundeen explores emerging trends for brands to connect with attendees before, during, and after trade shows.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Alicia Patton
Alicia Patton, 38, is vice president, experiential account for 160over90.
Hilton Birmingham Metropole celebrates hospitality with heart as venue marks milestone year
Hilton Birmingham Metropole is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026 with a year-long programme of “50 Acts of Kindness”, bringing together staff, guests and the local community through a series of thoughtful gestures, wellbeing initiatives and fundraising activities. The landmark anniversary…
Women’s Leadership as a Competitive Advantage
IAEE Chairperson Brian Pagel pays homage to the extraordinary women whose leadership have impacted our industry in honor of Women's History Month. He also explores what it takes to build a competitive edge in today's exhibitions and events industry — and it has nothing to do with the latest tech…
The Eastside Rooms strengthens operations team with new appointment and internal promotions
The Eastside Rooms, a leading modern venue in the heart of Birmingham, has announced a series of appointments and promotions across its operations and conference teams, underlining its continued investment in people and service excellence. David Tonks joins the business as Operations Manager,…
Non-executive appointments signal ambitious growth plans for Scotland’s premier outdoor venue, Royal Highland Centre
Highland Centre Ltd. (HCL), which trades in Ingliston, Edinburgh, as The Royal Highland Centre, Scotland’s largest indoor and outdoor events venue, has appointed four non-executive directors, reinforcing its ambition to grow the centre’s offer and build on its reputation as one of Scotland’s most…