CEMA Newsletter: March 2024

OPENING LETTER

Traci DePuy

Chief Marketing Officer, PCMA & CEMA 

 

As we step into the vibrant month of March, I am filled with an immense sense of gratitude and admiration for each and every one of you who contribute tirelessly to the success and vibrancy of our CEMA community. Your dedication, creativity, and unwavering commitment to excellence are truly commendable.

This month holds a special significance as we celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of our members but also to honor the invaluable contributions of women in shaping the landscape of our industry. March is Women’s History Month, a time to reflect on the incredible achievements, resilience, and leadership of women throughout history and in contemporary times. 

As we commemorate Women’s History Month, let us take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate the women in our community who inspire us with their brilliance, passion, and determination. Let us continue to support and uplift each other as we work towards a future where every voice is heard, and every achievement is celebrated. 

In the spirit of member appreciation, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your continued support, engagement, and dedication to our shared mission. Together, we have achieved remarkable milestones, and I have no doubt that with your continued enthusiasm and commitment, we will reach even greater heights in the days ahead. 

Thank you for being an integral part of our community, and please remember that your contributions are truly valued and appreciated. Here’s to our future as its filled with inspiration, celebration, and meaningful connections. 

ANNUAL MEMBER SURVEY 

Please let us know your feedback! The survey is now open and will close March 31st. Take 5 to 7 minutes to answer these questions and be entered for a drawing for a $100 gift card for Amazon.

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STUDY TOUR RECAP

CEMA hosted its first Study Tour of the 2024 season at Rainfocus Insight Amplify, offering a unique and engaging experience with insightful content from Rainfocus and technology industry executives. Special thanks to Rodney Hart of Rainfocus and Donna Rogers from Visit Salt Lake for their significant contributions to the event’s success. 

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MEMBERSHIP BONUS

Thanks to our incredible partner, Marriott, any event marketer who has already renewed or becomes a member for 2024 and registers for CEMA Summit by May 6th, will be eligible to upgrade to a Platinum status on Marriott Bonvoy for 90 days. Within those 90 days, if you stay at a Marriott for 15 paid nights, you will maintain your Platinum status for the year!

Make sure to join Marriott Bonvoy today so you can have your Bonvoy number ready for registration. Registration for CEMA Summit opens soon!

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EVENT NEWS WORTH READING

The Path to Executive: Grab the Stretch Assignment (and a Mentor)

MeetingsNet

From early in her career, Amy Walter, CMP, head of global event strategy & shared services at Atlassian, knew she wanted to influence strategy and creative aspects of events. Then she seized her opportunity. Read more»


Uncertainty to Strategy: Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Business Travel Risk

Business Travel News

In this opinion piece, the CEO of risk management firm Global Guardian outlines some key ways corporations can approach the current business travel risk landscape to ensure the safety of their employees, infrastructure, and assets, no matter where they are. Read more»


Experiential marketing 2024: Personalized, seamless, multi-sensory storytelling

Fast Company

Storytelling underpins the film industry, live entertainment, corporate events, brand activations, and the human experience. Read more»


Hotel executives say ‘junk fee’ rules should apply to all

Travel Weekly

Amid mounting U.S. legislative pressure on “junk fees,” hospitality industry leaders say they welcome regulation as long as it is evenly applied across the lodging sector as a whole. Read more»


Five Ways to Make Sure Extroverts Don’t Dominate Brainstorming Sessions — or Meetings  

Fast Company

Any leader overseeing a brainstorming session or meeting should consider these factors to ensure everyone’s ideas are heard. Read more»


Don’t Underestimate the Power of Small Breaks During a Busy Workday  

Harvard Business Review

Many people operate from the belief that there’s too much to do and they can’t afford to pause during their workday. But taking effective breaks is essential to preventing burnout. Read more»

UPCOMING EVENTS

Save the Date! CEMA Summit: August 4-6th Seattle, WA 

 

Registration will launch this month for the 35th annual CEMA Summit! For those event marketers, make sure to keep your options open for that weekend before as we may have a few surprises in store. You must be a member to attend so make sure to renew today!

CEMA Summit Call for Proposals Now Open! 

 

Check out this link to submit a session to speak at CEMA Summit. We can’t wait to see what topics are top of mind for you. The deadline is April 5, so don’t wait, submit today! 

CAREER CENTER

Check out our newly launched Career Center where you can explore open positions or post jobs. And as active CEMA members, use code CEMA24 for three complimentary postings that expires at the end of the year.  

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MEMBER APPRECIATION

Let’s Shower Our Amazing CEMA Members with Love! All through March, we’ll be shining a spotlight on some of the incredible members who make the CEMA community awesome. Keep your eyes peeled on LinkedIn as we feature their inspiring stories and brilliant insights. Recently we highlighted Heather Schneider!Â