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Curated headlines from the trade show and exhibition industry's top publications, associations, and expert blogs. Stay current with exhibitor announcements, show openings, industry trends, and market news from across the events world. Whether you follow technology, healthcare, food, or manufacturing events, our news feed surfaces the stories that matter to trade show professionals, exhibitors, and event marketers.
Christine A. Cleaver | PCMA Member Spotlight
Get to know PCMA Member Christine A. Cleaver, Assistant Professor of Event Management, NYU School of Professional Studies, Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality.
New EIC Study Measures the Global Economic Significance of Business Events
Research from the Events Industry Council outlines the scale of the trillion-dollar global events industry in 2025, with an eye on its future impact.
Here’s Why New Opportunities to Plan and Host Financial Services Events Are Growing Fast
There isn't just one financial services market anymore. A new PCMA report maps the sector's key trends and fastest-growing niches — and the opportunities they create for destinations and event organizers.
Outdoor Recreation Professionals Find Inspiration in Duluth
Restoration of lands and waters and access to the outdoors were through lines in the 2026 National Outdoor Recreation Conference’s educational program.
For Meetings and In-Between, There’s No Place like St. Pete-Clearwater
With world-class business infrastructure and premium amenities, it's easy for planners to choose St. Pete-Clearwater for meetings.
Be One of the First to Meet at Miami Beach Convention Center’s Headquarter Hotel
The Grand Hyatt Miami Beach Hotel, a new 800-room meetings hotel, is set to open late next year. Learn about incentives available for the first groups to book events at the property.
This Week on the Convene Podcast: The Art of Connection and Leading With Presence with Jesse Israel
From how Adam Rosendahl’s interactive art workshops spark creativity and human connection, to Jesse Israel’s insights on presence, resilience, and intentional leadership — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.
Spark Webinar: Build Budgets that Work
Designed for business event strategists and planners, this Spark Series webinar focuses on using Spark to build stronger event budgets.
Detroit Connected for Success: Why Ease of Access Drives Better Meetings
In Detroit, ease of access and expansive infrastructure offer a strategic advantage that helps meetings drive stronger attendance, smoother logistics, and better overall experiences for planners and attendees alike.
This Week on the Convene Podcast: Social Impact in Action and the Business Case for Friendship with Shasta Nelson
From how one conference embeds social impact into its host destinations, to Shasta Nelson’s insights on why friendship, trust, and belonging are valuable outcomes of business events — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.
People on the Move
Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where.
Greater Fort Lauderdale: The Connected Convention City
As organizations prepare for a busy fall season, efficiency matters. In Greater Fort Lauderdale, connectivity isn't just convenient — it's a competitive advantage that helps meetings run smoother from arrival to departure.
Close the Summer Strong: Cleveland’s August Edge for Meetings
As summer winds down and organizations begin refocusing for the final stretch of the year, Cleveland, Ohio offers meeting planners the ideal setting to bring teams together with purpose, energy, and impact.
Webinar: The Pulse of Global Events – Healthcare & Life Sciences 2026
Discover how market forces, regional dynamics, and shifting audience expectations are reshaping the way we design, deliver, and measure healthcare events.
This Week on the Convene Podcast: Creating Immersive Digital Experiences and Preparing for an AI-Driven Future with Shawn DuBravac
From how the European Society of Radiology used technology to create an engaging digital experience for medical imaging professionals, to Shawn DuBravac’s insights on adaptability, AI, and thriving amid uncertainty — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.
People on the Move
Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where.
This Week on the Convene Podcast: Preserving African American History and Creating Events That Drive Business Outcomes with Sarah Reed
From a gathering of professionals dedicated to preserving African American history and culture, to Sarah Reed’s insights on transforming events into strategic business tools that build trust, retention, and measurable impact — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.
People on the Move
Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where.
Why Denver Shines Brighter as a Summer Meetings Destination
Denver's walkable downtown puts attendees right in the heart of the action, with more than 50 hotels and nearly 13,000 rooms within easy reach of the convention center.
This Week on the Convene Podcast: The Power of Art in Events, Meeting Boycotts and Industry Division, and Leading Under Pressure with Deborah Caldwell
From the value of intentionally integrating art into event design, to the debate surrounding the International Congress of Mathematicians, to Deborah Caldwell’s lessons on navigating risk, complexity, and uncertainty — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.