Active involvement in the meetings and events industry, from joining local chapters of associations to attending industry-wide conferences, helped me cure my loneliness with connection.

When we consider the values, challenges and choices of Gen Z, it becomes clear how we can use competitive socializing as a tool to create environments inclusive of the next generation.

Three top trends Gen Z is setting in 2025 and how resident Meetings Today Gen Z expert Taylor Smith imagines they’ll translate into the meetings and events industry.

More than 80% of Gen Zers have never worked in an office environment before. How can meetings professionals make it easier for tomorrow’s talent to be successful in the workplace? 

Transitional stories add so much value by way of mentoring tomorrow’s talent through vulnerability and sharing the hard truths of navigating life and your career, giving young professionals a hopeful glimpse into our futures.

Christy Renee Stehle knows about the power of magnetic presence and how to create long-term professional relationships. Here’s an overview of what I’ve learned from her about how to make yourself unforgettable.

If it weren’t for my meetings industry mentors, you wouldn’t be reading this column today.

Make networking feel more natural by taking into consideration these tips and tricks from Mandi Graziano, vice president of global accounts for HPN Global, the next time you’re in a new group of people.