Industry News
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.
Effortless by Design: The Power of Hosting in Boise
In Boise, meetings feel easy by design. From the moment attendees land at Boise Airport — located just seven minutes from downtown — they feel relaxed, with none of the friction that often comes with events in larger metropolitan markets.
Events in 2036: Three Futures Already Taking Shape
Scenarios like these will be here faster than we think.
People on the Move
Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where.
A River Runs Through It
For centuries a gathering place for the native peoples of the Inland Northwest, Spokane has come into its own as a destination for business events today while not losing sight of its origins. Earlier this year, Convene got a behind-the-scenes look at how the city brought its past and present…
Why Miami Is the Season’s Hottest Choice for Summer Meetings
Summer meetings shine brighter in Greater Miami, where coastal energy meets one of the most sophisticated meetings infrastructures in the United States.
Anna Schelling
Anna Schelling, manager, events at GCB German Convention Bureau e.V., thinks that success in events means not waiting for trends but creating spaces where change becomes reality.
Preserving Their Stories
More than 700 professionals who work in African American museums and cultural institutions gathered in Charleston last summer for a vibrant exchange of ideas and knowledge.
At the Heart of It
How the European Society of Radiology used a combination of the latest technology tools to create an immersive digital experience for medical imaging professionals.
‘Every Action Matters’
A conference for social impact leaders takes a model approach to its own social impact projects in host destinations.
Summer Starts Strong: Why June Meetings Shine in Cleveland
June is when Cleveland, Ohio hits its stride. The lakefront comes alive, downtown patios fill with energy, and the city’s walkable core creates an inviting backdrop for meetings and events looking to capture the momentum of early summer.
No Meetings Destination Shines like St. Pete-Clearwater
Want to plan a meeting that will feel as much like a getaway for your attendees as it does an inspiring business destination? Discover St. Pete-Clearwater.
Meet in Columbus, an Accessible Destination with Big City Energy
Looking for the vibrant cultural scene and expansive facilities of a major city destination, while still putting accessibility, walkability, and convenience first? Your attendees will thank you for choosing Columbus.
Former Salesforce CBO Ebony Beckwith on How to Earn Influence and Build Credibility
The CEMA Summit 2026 keynote speaker offers a preview of what she will share with the audience of corporate event marketers when she takes the stage in Toronto in August, including why the qualities that make for successful events are the ones you need to rise as a leader at your company.
What You May Be Getting Wrong About Event Cancellation Insurance
Here’s what you need to know about event cancellation insurance, from post-COVID changes to a rise in specific risks that threaten your event’s financial viability.
This Week on the Convene Podcast: Reducing Event Food Waste and Why Climate Action Is Quietly Accelerating
From practical strategies for cutting food waste at events to insights from Tanya Popeau on the rise of the “anti‑anti sustainability movement” — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.
What ‘All the Feels’ Means for Meetings
The recent opening keynote of the American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference & Expo was a master class in how to make an authentic emotional connection with the audience — and came as a complete surprise to the speaker.
Five Major Industry Events Convening in Anaheim in the Next Five Years
The meetings will bring more than 20,000 planners, decision-makers, and industry leaders to the city.
People on the Move
Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where.
Ashlen Rosenbaum
Ashlen Rosenbaum, content & program coordinator for the Pediatric Academic Societies Meeting, prioritizes working closely with students and early career peers in her community, creating hands-on volunteer roles and meaningful networking spaces for the next generation of events-industry talent.
Built for Big Moments: How Detroit Scales With You
Looking to plan a seamless meeting at scale? Take a look at Detroit. The city offers a unique combination of hardworking hustle and nearly unmatched event flexibility.