A First-Time Attendee’s Perspective on WEC Jessica MacMillan At the beginning of June, I had the opportunity to attend MPI’s World Education Congress (WEC) for the first time. As a young professional in the meetings and events industry, the experience
Planning a meeting for an association comes with its own list of challenges. Knowing what to expect is just as important as being prepared for what you may not be able to anticipate. Each hurdle becomes a lesson learned and
At Raybourn Group International (RGI), we believe that even small associations can achieve big results with the right strategy. A perfect example is the National Council of Acoustical Consultants (NCAC), a focused group of just 135 member companies that consistently
Why one of the smallest details at a conference carries some of the biggest stakes. At most conferences, the first thing an attendee receives is a name badge. It takes about three seconds to glance at it – enough time
One of the most powerful ways an association can deliver long-term value is by preparing the next generation of leaders. For the International Order of the Golden Rule (OGR), this commitment has evolved into a comprehensive, multi-layered strategy designed not
With over two years of experience in the event industry, I have experienced event seasons that have caused significant stress. Throughout my time as a student studying Event Management, and as a young professional working in various settings, I have
While it’s truly up to each individual to make connections and work networking in a way that serves them, there are also things associations can do to encourage this connection-based approach. On a recent episode of the Association Strong! Podcast,
The success of a conference often comes down to one thing: flawless logistics. You can have an inspiring theme, top-tier speakers, and cutting-edge content, but if registration lines are long, signage is confusing, or sessions run off schedule, attendees will
As a whole, associations are anticipating robust growth in 2026, driven by digital transformation, AI adoption, and increased demand for personalized member experiences. An association’s ability to prioritize strategic relationship-building as a key component of this growth will be more crucial than ever. In
A First-Time Attendee’s Perspective on WEC Jessica MacMillan At the beginning of June, I had the opportunity to attend MPI’s
Planning a meeting for an association comes with its own list of challenges. Knowing what to expect is just as
At Raybourn Group International (RGI), we believe that even small associations can achieve big results with the right strategy. A
Why one of the smallest details at a conference carries some of the biggest stakes. At most conferences, the first
One of the most powerful ways an association can deliver long-term value is by preparing the next generation of leaders.
With over two years of experience in the event industry, I have experienced event seasons that have caused significant stress.
While it’s truly up to each individual to make connections and work networking in a way that serves them, there
The success of a conference often comes down to one thing: flawless logistics. You can have an inspiring theme, top-tier
As a whole, associations are anticipating robust growth in 2026, driven by digital transformation, AI adoption, and increased demand for personalized
