Concluding our two-part series with Cvent’s Kelli Kopec and Maritz’ Steve O’Malley, this conversation explores event industry expectations and trends for 2026.

Event professionals from two of the biggest names in the industry—Cvent’s Kelli Kopec and Maritz’ Steve O’Malley—reflect on the year that was. 

Simone Miller and Avis Petrie on creating a convention and cultural experience they’d want to attend. This conversation with the amateur, Gen Z event planners behind DashCon 2 is a testament to the interest and skill of the youngest generation ...

Caitlin Gaborow and Emily Dietrich discuss the challenges facing next-gen eventpros and what the industry must do to attract and keep new talent.

Rachel Andrews and Michael Farrell share what they’re seeing in event design as well as the factors driving those trends.