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PCMA Convene Podcast

PCMA Convene Magazine
Artificial Intelligence
Sustainability
Event Planning
PCMA
Philadelphia, United States
Food Waste
Convene 4 Climate
Data Security
Philadelphia
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
AI In Business Events
Immigration Policy
Hospitality Industry
Convene
Oakland Museum Of California
Dignity Index
Member Engagement
Swag
Intersectionality
Geopolitics

Since 1986, Convene has been delivering award-winning content that helps event professionals plan and execute innovative and successful events. Join the Convene editors as we dive into the latest topics of interest to — and some flying under the radar of — the business events community.

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This season has been kindly sponsored by Destination Madison. Go to VisitMadison.com/pcma to learn more.

In this Season 11 episode, we sit down with Laura Gassner Otting to unpack why high-achieving professionals—especially event and meeting leaders... more

A progressive opening reception gave a group of association management industry professionals the chance to mix with local artists — and to see the ins and outs of a convention center in a far more engaging way than a formal facility tour.

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In this episode of Convene Talk, the Editorial team dives into the powerful intersection of art and events, exploring how creativity can transform meetings from transactional gatherings into deeply human experiences. Drawing from the June cover story... more

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This season has been kindly sponsored by Destination Madison. Go to VisitMadison.com/pcma to learn more.

In this Season 11 episode, long‑time yoga and somatic practitioner Kelly‑Jean Moore explores how event planners can transform attendee experienc... more

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Dave Lutz
Columnist contributor to Convene
Convene
Episode: Talk: Surprise, Humor, and Humanity: How Great Keynotes Become Unforgettable
Álvaro Meléndez
Colombian creative strategist, marketer, storyteller, and co-founder and CEO of Krant
Krant
Episode: Interview: AI Isn’t the Point: Designing Human Connection in Business Events with Álvaro Meléndez
Yush Sztalkoper
Creator of the Human Capacity Design framework; former senior events professional
UBS, JP Morgan, Gartner (background)
Episode: Series: Return on Regulation: Designing Event Conditions That Protect Human Capacity with Yush Sztalkoper
Elaine Richardson
Elaine Richardson, CAE, CMP, NBMBAA's Vice President, Conferences and Events
National Black MBA Association
Episode: Article: Minority Conferences Face Lower Attendance
José Luis Piñeiro
Cultural strategist, philosopher, design executive officer at HD Human Design Doing
HD Human Design Doing
Episode: Interview: Brands as Belief Systems with José Luis Piñeiro: How Events Become Rituals That Shape Culture
David T. Stevens
20-year veteran event planner and wellness-focused design advocate
Co-founder, iMix Wellness (implied)
Episode: Series: Wellness Is a Performance Strategy: Designing Events Around Human Energy with David T. Stevens
Natalie Nixon
Creativity strategist, president of Figure 8 Thinking
Figure 8 Thinking
Episode: Article: More Time for Being Human
Tanya Popeau
PCMA's head of sustainability
PCMA
Episode: Talk: The Anti‑Anti Sustainability Movement: Why Climate Action in Events Is Quietly Accelerating
Jen Deeds
Author of the cover story, Convene
Convene/PCMA
Episode: Talk: How Events Can Cut Food Waste: Measuring, Communication, and Smarter F&B Planning

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Maggie
Host of Convene Podcast with a consistent presence across episodes, often guiding discussions with a pragmatic, industry-focused lens.
Magdalina
Host of Convene Podcast with contributions to discussions, sometimes co-hosting with Maggie; features topics around event design and industry insights.

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Convene Series: Rethinking Sponsorships and Exhibitions with Sean Soth and Dan Cole: Building ROI, Trust, and Value in 2026
Q: How should event professionals think about ROI and value when designing sponsorship packages?
ROI hinges on understanding exceptional value and price, forming partnerships around the attendee journey, and arming sponsors with data-driven narratives that connect sponsor objectives to exhibitors' and attendees' needs, rather than relying solely on on-site branding.
Convene Series: Rethinking Sponsorships and Exhibitions with Sean Soth and Dan Cole: Building ROI, Trust, and Value in 2026
Q: Between you two, how have sponsorship and exhibition models changed as we head into 2026?
The speakers describe a move from pay-to-play to bespoke, experiential, data-driven sponsorships that embed sponsor activations into the program and rely on clear ROI and audience alignment, with a stronger emphasis on collaboration and longer planning horizons.
Convene Series: Rethinking Event F&B: Waste, Allergens, and Real ROI With Tracy Stuckrath
Q: What quick actions can planners take to reduce F&B costs without sacrificing attendee experience?
Engage with chefs early, tighten portions, remove non-essential items (like desserts if not needed), and insist on accurate counts, labeling, and addendums in contracts to lock in pricing and expectations.
Convene Series: Rethinking Event F&B: Waste, Allergens, and Real ROI With Tracy Stuckrath
Q: What is the real financial impact of inclusive menus and what hidden costs do planners miss when they don't accommodate dietary needs?
Inclusive menus reduce waste and improve participation; not planning for dietary needs leads to over-ordering, dish waste, and potential penalties or higher costs from last-minute accommodations, which ultimately undermine ROI.
Convene Interview [CL26 SPECIAL] How to Lead Through Disruption: Jay Kiew on Change Fluency and Resilient Teams
Q: What role does AI play in maintaining connection and care during disruptive times?
AI can automate routine reminders and personalized touches, but it should supplement genuine actions; the most impactful moments come from real, timely gestures and human empathy.

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What is PCMA Convene Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on the business events ecosystem, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, wellness, design, and the human experience of live events. Episodes frequently explore how to reduce waste, design for attention and capacity, and balance efficiency with meaningful, relationship-driven experiences. Guests come from sustainability, hospitality, marketing, and higher-education design, often discussing practical frameworks, ROI, and ethical considerations in live events. The tone tends toward pragmatic, forward-looking strategies for event professionals, with an ongoing thread about making events more human, inclusive, and environmentally responsible. A standout throughline is the visibility of practical tactics—zero-waste menus, cap... more

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