Articles tagged “PCMA”

Diversity and Inclusion

Top Tips on Creating Accessible Event Environments

ADA compliance is just the beginning. Attention to detail is crucial for creating a comfortable event environment for wheelchair users.

Angela Tupper | 1 year ago

Technology

Event Tech Embraces Next Level of AI

As generative AI continues to evolve, event technology companies compete in a race to deliver the most powerful yet easy-to-use solutions.

Miguel Neves | 2 years ago

Technology

The Ethics of Facial Analysis for Events

The rise of AI-powered facial analysis at live events has made some uneasy. Is there a reason to be concerned?

Dylan Monorchio | 2 years ago

Event Design

Comfortable Footwear Seduces Planners

Gathering meeting professionals for a reception after a long day at a conference is okay, but what if an activation was added where they take home something they will enjoy for years to come?

Andrea Doyle | 2 years ago

Event Design

Are Your Business Meetings Truly Accessible?

Accessibility is a buzzword in the business events industry but is there a true effort to ensure all attendees, including people with disabilities, can participate?

Andrea Doyle | 2 years ago

Destinations

PCMA Convening Leaders Takes Over Columbus, Ohio

Over 3,300 meeting professionals descended upon Columbus, Ohio, this week for PCMA Convening Leaders injecting about $6 million into the economy. The pressure was on as these planners could bring hundreds of millions of dollars in future meetings business to the city.

Andrea Doyle | 2 years ago

Event Management

PCMA Convening Leaders Exemplifies the Importance of Having a Contingency Plan

Booking a big-name speaker for your event attracts attendees. But if that speaker has to cancel, it's crucial to have a contingency plan in place. PCMA Convening Leaders led by example.

Andrea Doyle | 2 years ago

Industry News

Events Industry Looks to the Future During PCMA Convening Leaders

Chris Nassetta, CEO of Hilton Hotels, a featured speaker during PCMA Convening Leaders, predicts the business events industry will exceed the high water mark of 2019 this year.

Andrea Doyle | 2 years ago

Industry News

PCMA Announces a Slew of Acquisitions to Mixed Reaction

As the industry continues to feel the effects of the Covid pandemic, several associations that could benefit from deeper pockets have been acquired by PCMA.

Andrea Doyle | 2 years ago

People

Top 2 CEMA Executives Resign

Kimberley Gishler, executive director, and Olga Rosenbrook, director of programming and member services of the Corporate Event Marketing Association (CEMA) — an organization that PCMA acquired in December 2020 — have resigned.

Andrea Doyle | 2 years ago