Mover and shaker Daniel Stones
Meet Colorado’s most influential people

When thinking about who has had a significant impact on Colorado’s meetings and events industry, several influential figures come to mind. At Colorado Meetings & Events, we spoke with the presidents and chairs of four major associations whose commitments are focused on advancing the industry and engaging with the many people involved.Daniel Stones|| Photo: All Digital Photo and VideoDaniel Stones, CMP, DES, senior director of industry relations at Cogent Global Solutions in Denver and president of the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Professional Meeting Management Association (RMPCMA), affectionately refers to Colorado’s unique professional community as the “Colorado Meeting Planner Mafia." "Colorado may not be the largest group of planners and vendors in the country, but we are a very tight-knit and strong community. We are very supportive of each other and really enjoy being together," he said.Joining this tight-knit network is as simple as picking up the phone or sending an email. Before long, you’ll be one of the movers…

The 16th Dalian International Maritime Expo 2024 will kick off on October 30! Booth reservation and ticket registration! The most influential maritime event in Northeast China
The 16th Dalian International Maritime Expo 2024 will kick off on October 30! Booth reservation and ticket registration! The most influential maritime event in Northeast China

The 16th China Dalian International Maritime Exhibition will be held at Dalian World Expo Plaza from October 30 to November 1, 2024. After more than 30 years of development, the China Dalian International Maritime Exhibition has become a highly influential international maritime exhibition in Northeast Asia, serving as a bridge and link for the international maritime community to build all-round and multi-level exchanges and cooperation. This exhibition will continue to focus on the goal of creating a "weather vane" for the technological development trend of the international maritime industry, expand the theme and content of the exhibition, continuously improve the level of professional exhibitions, take the Dalian maritime exhibition to a new height, and consolidate and strengthen it as an international maritime event. With its influence and brand power, it continues to build the best way to grasp the latest products, technologies and concepts of the global shipbuilding industry, and an ideal platform for industry professionals to communicate face-to-face and…

What are the most influential certification programs?
What are the most influential certification programs?

CHICAGO — For event professionals who want to advance their careers, there are many courses and certifications available. Many organizations in the trade show industry—including PCMA, the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE), the Event Industry Council (EIC), and Meeting Professionals International (MPI)—have ways to help you advance your skills and bolster your resume. “If you’re going into this industry, you really want to determine, ‘What are you passionate about?’” said Junior Tavua, PCMA’s chief business officer. “The next thing you want to consider is where you fall short in terms of skills.” PCMA offers webinars, courses, and certifications across a range of topics, with a combination of live and on-demand options. Tavua shared that PCMA’s “Enhancing Events with AI” and “Event Accessibility Strategist” certificate courses are currently popular, and recommends “Event and Conference Management Fundamentals” to new professionals. Additionally, he said PCMA’s Digital Event Strategist certification is in demand. Tavua is committed to ensuring that any certification or…

Hong Kong International Eyewear Show 2024 will be held from 6th to 8th November, with booth plan and booth quotation! Asia's most influential eyewear show
Hong Kong International Eyewear Show 2024 will be held from 6th to 8th November, with booth plan and booth quotation! Asia’s most influential eyewear show

Hong Kong International Optical Show 2024 will be held from 6th to 8th November, with booth map and booth quotation! Asia's most influential optical exhibitionExhibition duration: November 6-8, 2024Exhibition Address: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition CentreStand Reservation: Online Stand Reservation and Stand QuoteThe Hong Kong Optical Fair is one of the most influential optical fairs in Asia. Organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, it is one of the leading platforms for optical products exchange in Asia. The rapid development of the exhibition reflects the prosperity of the global optical industry. A gathering of cutting-edge craftsmanship, innovation and avant-garde creativity. The Hong Kong Optical Fair will target the best suppliers from around the world, establish partners and expand business networks!The exhibition includes several regional pavilions, including mainland China, Taiwan, Italy, Japan, South Korea, etc., as well as special pavilions for the "Visual Gallery" and the China Association of Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers. The exhibition also has several themed exhibition…