Corporate Event News// A record number of business event professionals are now working full-time as freelancers, according to a recent study designed to highlight the motivations, demographics, and work values of independent workers in the events industry.  

Join us for a three-part Elevate Your Career virtual event series “Maximize Your Strengths for Professional Success” hosted by Soundings. Each one-hour event features a presentation on leveraging your strengths for desired personal and career growth, followed by dynamic peer-to-peer career conversations.

BizBash// Explore how these tech trailblazers are helping craft unforgettable experiences and revolutionizing the event industry with their innovative tools and technologies.

PCMA Convene // Soundings Chief of Staff, Nikki Gonzales, featured on the PCMA Convene podcast episode filmed at PCMA Convening Leaders 2024!

SMART MEETINGS // Soundings Chief Operating Officer, Kerry Lambert, awarded Industry Leader Award!

MEETINGS NET // If your business events team fills talent shortages and skill gaps with freelancers, or if you’re a freelancer yourself, weigh in on a new Temple University research study. Here’s how.

SMART MEETINGS // A Survey Exploring the Motivations and Values of Independent Planners Might Help Lean Planning Teams Elevate Events

SMART MEETINGS // Soundings Customer Success Manager, Jason Lum, awarded a 2023 Catalyst Award!

Fielddrive // CEO, Tracy Judge, joined Fielddrive on the ’15 minutes with…’ podcast to discuss the future of freelancing.

Business News Daily // With the new Department of Labor proposal on the horizon, understanding who is considered an independent contractor will help understand its potential impact.

SMART MEETINGS // Soundings Founder & CEO, Tracy Judge also shared her perspective on the future of workers classification and how it impacts independent contractors within our industry.

COURTNEY STANLEY // Soundings Customer Success Team awarded 2023 Women to Watch Awards!

CONVENTION SOUTH MAGAZINE // Soundings Founder & CEO, Tracy Judge, named one of Convention South’s 2023 Meeting Pros to Watch!

SMART MEETINGS // Soundings Founder & CEO, Tracy Judge, named one of Smart Meetings’ Catalyst Award Winners!

PCMA Convene // Soundings Founder & CEO, Tracy Judge, shares Soundings' genesis story, why it's time to think about talent differently, and how event professionals are benefitting from going freelance.

As the industry changes, event professionals must upskill and stay current on industry certifications. Learn how to stand out from the competition and remain relevant in the changing industry.

Through conversations with hundreds of organizations, Soundings has identified key corporate talent needs and how to solve them. Explore how to find the best event talent solutions in the current work landscape.

MPI // Soundings Founder & CEO, Tracy Judge, named one of MPI’s 50 Up and Comers to watch!

Talent in the event and hospitality industry must stay up to date on the latest certifications, technologies, and expertise–not only to stand out from the competition but also to help meet customers’ needs in the changing work landscape.

The new workforce has a focus on specialized skill sets, changing the working relationship between organizations and talent.