PCMA's 2025 Convening Leaders event took place January 12-15 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, where 3,800 meeting and event industry professionals gathered onsite for education and networking opportunities. The event garnered 4,500 attendees total (including online), marking a slight decrease from the program's record-setting 2024 event that had 4,200 in-person attendees and more than 5,000 total when factoring in online attendance.
Here are some of our favorite shots from the event, including a full video recap shot by our own Tyler Davidson that truly encapsulates what this year's Convening Leaders conference had to offer.
Highlights Video of PCMA Convening Leaders (Ft. Gwen Stefani)
A Welcoming Convening Leaders Drone Light Show

Live Music Performance at Convening Leaders Opening Session

Chinese Dragon Dancers on the Convening Leaders Main Stage

Liz Cheney "The Power of Principles" Main Stage Interview

Incoming PCMA Chair Neil Brownlee and VisitScotland Bagpiper

Impact of DEI Policy & Legislation on Travel Panel

Visit Fort Worth The District & Tech District Mechanical Bull Rider

Ice Sculpting at Convening Leaders Opening Reception

Mariachi Band Performs on Convening Leaders Mainstage