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Charting a Path Through Pressing Event Trends at Convening Leaders 2025

We're counting down to an educational odyssey that'll have your career soaring past the stars. In our fast-paced, ever-changing business events industry, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. Our carefully curated sessions will equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the future of events successfully.

Amal Clooney

Amal Clooney

Amal Clooney is a barrister who specializes in international law​ and human rights. She represents clients before international​ courts, including the International Criminal Court, the International​ Court of Justice and the European Court of Human Rights.​ Alongside court work, she provides advice to governments and​ individuals on legal issues in her areas of expertise.

Brené Brown

Brené Brown

Dr. Brené Brown is a research professor at the University of Houston, where she holds the Huffington Foundation Endowed Chair at the Graduate College of Social Work.

Scott Galloway

Go Beyond Your Orbit with Scott Galloway at Convening Leaders 2025​

PCMA and CEMA President and CEO, Sherrif Karamat, CAE, made a thrilling announcement today: Scott Galloway—acclaimed professor, author, and entrepreneur—will deliver a keynote at Convening Leaders 2025 (CL25). Galloway will take the stage to share his bold predictions for the forces and trends shaping the 2025 business landscape.

Scott Galloway

Scott Galloway

Scott Galloway is Professor of Marketing at NYU’s Stern School of Business and a serial entrepreneur.

Liz Cheney and Kishore Mahbubani

Convening Leaders 2025 Welcomes Empowering and Transformative Keynote Speakers​

The countdown to Convening Leaders 2025 (CL25) has begun, and we’re thrilled to announce two keynote speakers who embody the spirit of our theme, “Go Beyond Your Orbit.” This year’s gathering in Houston, Texas, from January 12-15, 2025, promises to be an extraordinary experience of exploration, engagement, and evolution. Our mainstage will feature Liz Cheney, former United States Congresswoman, and Kishore Mahbubani, former president of the United Nations Security Council, each bringing powerful insights that will challenge us to think beyond the ordinary and inspire transformative action within the business events community.​

Liz Cheney

Liz Cheney

Former U.S. Representative (2017–2023)​

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How to Submit a Proposal for PCMA’s Convening Leaders 2025!

Are you a subject matter expert, industry thought leader, or innovative educator with a passion for shaping the future of business events? Then this is your moment to step into the spotlight! PCMA, the go-to organization for business event professionals, is on the lookout for brilliant minds like yours to present at Convening Leaders 2025.