PCMA Convene Podcast

PCMA Convene Magazine
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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.

  1. Series: The Hidden Stress Crisis in Events — What Angelika Bazarnik’s Research Reveals

    8h ago

    Series: The Hidden Stress Crisis in Events — What Angelika Bazarnik’s Research Reveals

    This season has been kindly sponsored by Destination Madison. Go to VisitMadison.com/pcma to learn more. In the Season 11 finale, seasoned expert Angelika Bazarnik unpacks why wellness for event professionals is more than yoga breaks and spa days. Angelika reveals what she learned after reviewing 3,000+ articles, why academic research on planner stress has nearly vanished, and the early patterns emerging from her ongoing qualitative study. From stress cycles to broken processes and new tools that actually reduce friction, this episode closes the season with insights every planner needs. Links: ·       Participate in Angelika’s research “Exploring Stress in Event Management: A Mixed Methods Study of Professional Experiences and Mitigation Strategies.” - https://www.banquetconsulting.com/phd-research-sign-up ·       EVENT-IT is a collection of digital tools to simplify event planning and execution:  https://www.eventtoolkit.app/   Follow Convene: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pcmaconvene/  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@pcmaconvene  Medium: https://medium.com/@convenemagazine  X: https://x.com/pcmaconvene   Contact Information: For any questions, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org. Sponsorships and Partnerships: Reach 36,000 qualified meeting organizers with Convene, the multi-award-winning magazine for the business events industry. Contact our sales team: https://www.pcma.org/advertise-sponsorship/ Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

    40 min
  2. Article: The Benefits of ‘Cognitive Estrangement’ in Meeting Design

    1d ago

    Article: The Benefits of ‘Cognitive Estrangement’ in Meeting Design

    A global creative leader at IDEO walked event organizers through three mindsets that innovation and design-thinking experts use to create extraordinary experiences. Written and read by Michelle Russell, editor in chief of Convene. Read the Article:  The Benefits of ‘Cognitive Estrangement’ in Meeting Design: https://www.pcma.org/benefits-cognitive-estrangement/ Follow Convene: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pcmaconvene/  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@pcmaconvene  Medium: https://medium.com/@convenemagazine  X: https://x.com/pcmaconvene   Subscribe to our newsletters: pcma.org/subscribe-to-pcma-emails  Contact Information: For anything podcast-related, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org. Sponsorships and Partnerships: Reach 36,000+ qualified meeting organizers with Convene, the multi-award-winning magazine for the business events industry. Contact our sales team: https://www.pcma.org/advertise-sponsorship/ Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

    11 min
  3. Interview: Breaking the Invisible Prison: How Event Leaders Can Make Better Decisions Under Pressure with Rashmi Airan

    6d ago

    Interview: Breaking the Invisible Prison: How Event Leaders Can Make Better Decisions Under Pressure with Rashmi Airan

    In this Interview, Business Events Summit keynote speaker, author, and leadership expert Rashmi Airan unpacks the concept of the “invisible prison” and the four forces that quietly shape—and sometimes sabotage—our decision-making. Drawing from her deeply personal story and years of research, Rashmi introduces practical frameworks like the Clarity Loop and the RISE framework to help event professionals pause, lead with integrity, and make choices they can stand behind. This conversation is a must-listen for leaders navigating uncertainty, managing teams under pressure, and striving to build cultures rooted in trust, courage, and accountability.  Links: Rashmi Airan’s All Rise Book: https://rashmiairan.com/book/From Prison to Purpose: https://www.pcma.org/from-prison-to-purpose/Rise Through It: https://rashmiairan.com/speaking/rise-through-itRise to Clarity: https://rashmiairan.com/speaking/rise-to-clarityRegister for Business Events Summit: https://businesseventssummit.org/Follow Convene: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pcmaconvene/  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@pcmaconvene  Medium: https://medium.com/@convenemagazine  X: https://x.com/pcmaconvene   Contact Information: For any questions, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org. Sponsorships and Partnerships: Reach 36,000 qualified meeting organizers with Convene, the multi-award-winning magazine for the business events industry. Contact our sales team: https://www.pcma.org/advertise-sponsorship/ Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

    36 min
  4. Series: Burnout Isn’t About Doing Too Much—It’s About Doing What Doesn’t Matter, with Laura Gassner Otting

    Jun 18

    Series: Burnout Isn’t About Doing Too Much—It’s About Doing What Doesn’t Matter, with Laura Gassner Otting

    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—burn out even when they’re successful, capable, and deeply committed to their work. Drawing on research from thousands of professionals worldwide, Laura explains why burnout is more often rooted in misalignment than workload, and how a lack of control, influence, and clarity can quietly drain even the most passionate individuals and teams. Links: ·       Venn Diagram Profit - Impact - Freedom: https://www.pcma.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Venn-LGO.pdf ·       Get your copy of Limitless — named by Robin Roberts as one of Good Morning America's favorite books of the year. ·       Take the Four Question Quiz to figure out which of the four C's of consonance is missing from your life. ·       The Limitless Assessment will provide strategic recommendations about what to do next to find your consonance. Follow Convene: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pcmaconvene/  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@pcmaconvene  Medium: https://medium.com/@convenemagazine  X: https://x.com/pcmaconvene   Contact Information: For any questions, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org. Sponsorships and Partnerships: Reach 36,000 qualified meeting organizers with Convene, the multi-award-winning magazine for the business events industry. Contact our sales team: https://www.pcma.org/advertise-sponsorship/ Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

    30 min
  5. Article: How the Spokane Convention Center Turned a Reception Into a Site Inspection

    Jun 17

    Article: How the Spokane Convention Center Turned a Reception Into a Site Inspection

    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. Written and read by Kate Mulcrone, digital managing editor of Convene. Read the Article:  How the Spokane Convention Center Turned a Reception Into a Site Inspection:  https://www.pcma.org/progressive-reception-spokane-convention-center/ Follow Convene: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pcmaconvene/  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@pcmaconvene  Medium: https://medium.com/@convenemagazine  X: https://x.com/pcmaconvene   Subscribe to our newsletters: pcma.org/subscribe-to-pcma-emails  Contact Information: For anything podcast-related, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org. Sponsorships and Partnerships: Reach 36,000+ qualified meeting organizers with Convene, the multi-award-winning magazine for the business events industry. Contact our sales team: https://www.pcma.org/advertise-sponsorship/ Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

    9 min
  6. Talk: How Art Transforms Events: Designing Meaningful, Human-Centered Meeting Experiences

    Jun 12

    Talk: How Art Transforms Events: Designing Meaningful, Human-Centered Meeting Experiences

    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, the conversation spans educator conferences embracing STEAM learning, immersive art exhibits at major associations, music and storytelling as tools for connection, and interactive workshops that unlock innovation and empathy.    Links: ·       June Issue: https://www.convene-digital.org/convene/library/item/june_2026/4346343/  ·       A Connection-Building Exercise That Draws Out Event Participants - https://www.pcma.org/how-to-create-connections-at-events/ ·       At the Heart of It - https://www.pcma.org/ecr-25-planet-radiology/ ·       Preserving Their Stories - https://www.pcma.org/preserving-their-stories/    Get News Junkie: https://www.pcma.org/campaign/news-junkie/   Meet the Convene Editors: https://www.pcma.org/contact/ ·      Michelle Russell, Editor in Chief ·      Barbara Palmer, Deputy Editor ·      Jennifer N. Dienst, Senior Editor ·      Kate Mulcrone, Managing Digital Editor ·      Magdalina Atanassova, Digital Media Editor   Follow Convene: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pcmaconvene/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@pcmaconvene Medium: https://medium.com/@convenemagazine X: https://x.com/pcmaconvene   Contact Information: For any questions, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org. Sponsorships and Partnerships: Reach 36,000 qualified meeting organizers with Convene, the multi-award-winning magazine for the business events industry. Contact our sales team: https://www.pcma.org/advertise-sponsorship/ Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

    24 min
  7. Series: The Missing Piece in Event Design: Somatics & Nervous‑System Wellness with Kelly‑Jean Moore

    Jun 11

    Series: The Missing Piece in Event Design: Somatics & Nervous‑System Wellness with Kelly‑Jean Moore

    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 experience through simple, nervous‑system‑focused wellness integrations—no gimmicks required. Learn how micro‑practices woven into programming can reset stress, improve learning, and make conferences more human. Links: ·       Sarayana Movement & Rolfing: https://kellyjeanmoore.com/   Follow Convene: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pcmaconvene/  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@pcmaconvene  Medium: https://medium.com/@convenemagazine  X: https://x.com/pcmaconvene   Contact Information: For any questions, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org. Sponsorships and Partnerships: Reach 36,000 qualified meeting organizers with Convene, the multi-award-winning magazine for the business events industry. Contact our sales team: https://www.pcma.org/advertise-sponsorship/ Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

    53 min
  8. Article: How One Medical Meeting Weaves Social Impact Into the Program

    Jun 10

    Article: How One Medical Meeting Weaves Social Impact Into the Program

    The American Thoracic Society’s mission to promote public respiratory health goes hand in hand with community service initiatives at its annual international conference. Written and read by Michelle Russell, editor in chief of Convene. Read the Article:  How One Medical Meeting Weaves Social Impact Into the Program: https://www.pcma.org/medical-meeting-weaves-social-impact-into-program/  Follow Convene: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pcmaconvene/  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@pcmaconvene  Medium: https://medium.com/@convenemagazine  X: https://x.com/pcmaconvene   Subscribe to our newsletters: pcma.org/subscribe-to-pcma-emails  Contact Information: For anything podcast-related, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org. Sponsorships and Partnerships: Reach 36,000+ qualified meeting organizers with Convene, the multi-award-winning magazine for the business events industry. Contact our sales team: https://www.pcma.org/advertise-sponsorship/ Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

    9 min
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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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  • Creator
    PCMA Convene Magazine
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    358
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2015
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    PCMA Convene Podcast