Recent research shows that experiencing awe and wonder can positively affect our mental and physical health, ultimately benefiting our personal and professional lives. With the right perspective, and a little bit of effort, we can teach ourselves to generate childlike wonder in all sorts of places.

ChatGPT isn’t the only AI tool that should be in your toolbox. Peep the thousands of other AI tools that have been released since the generative AI boom.

The work of events organizers is more important than ever, says innovation expert Shawn Kanungo, but he asks: Are you willing to disrupt yourself to stay competitive?

Learn how to improve the essential skill of active listening including reading body language, maintaining your attention, and controlling your emotional response to others.

Compare your independent meeting planner practices, pricing strategies, and earnings with those of your peers.

If small talk and striking up a convo with a stranger doesn’t come naturally, these techniques & strategies can help make initiating conversation and networking a little easier.

Adaptability is a part of the job! From snafus at celebrity birthday parties to a relay race with armadillos, event profs dished on the bizarre, funny, and weird client requests that would only happen in the world of events.

The latest cutting-edge trends in one place! Use the roadmap to refresh your business approach for 2024 – and beyond.

Looking to level up your expertise and qualifications in 2024? See this list of certifications that will help you rise in success in the event planning industry.

FOBO, the Fear of Becoming Obsolete, is surging. Twenty-two percent of U.S. workers now worry that new technology will render their roles obsolete. With the right mindset and skillset, you can build your personal brand as an AI trailblazer instead of a reluctant relic clinging to the past.

The ‘Big Bang Theory’ star and neuroscientist capped a week of education at Convening Leaders 2024 by exploring the connection between professional fulfillment and emotional well-being. Through this keynote, she aimed to help attendees explore new tactics to infuse wellness into their daily routines.

In the world of event planning where every detail matters, the unexpected is always lurking around the corner. Whether it’s a sudden change in weather, technical glitches, or vendor no-shows, emergencies are an inevitable part of the profession.

Time has announced the newly created role of chief events officer, in a move that’s emblematic of the media industry’s fervor towards events revenue heading into 2024.

Our friend and colleague, Amani Roberts, joins Courtney Stanley in an episode of her podcast, Dare to Interrupt, to share his journey of personal development and lessons he learned along the way.

The return of face-to-face meetings is good news, but it also brings bad news as event organizers are still dealing with pandemic-related challenges. We examine the ups and downs that come with event planning— both monetary and otherwise — in the 2023 Convene Salary Survey.

One of the world’s leading independent brand experience agencies announced its transition to an EOT (Employee-Owned Trust). This model creates a sense of ownership and responsibility within a company, aligning employee interests with the long-term interests of the business.

Learn how to embrace the psychology of love languages in the workplace to help improve your wellbeing!

Find all the latest information and resources for participants on the Net Zero Carbon Events Initiative.

2024 is right around the corner, and with it comes the chance for a better, bigger, more productive year than ever before. Check out these 8 habits to up your productivity next year.

A new report by Event with Intent calls for the business events industry to redefine ROI to respond to the changing needs of attendees and planners, and match event demands with outcomes. The report reflects insights from 300 delegates, event organizers, and agencies.