Talk [REPLAY]: Impact of Convention Centers: How Modern Design, Community Impact, and Sustainability Are Transforming Communities

PCMA Convene Podcast · Aug 7, 2026 · 19m · transcript

In this Talk Replay episode, the Editorial team discussed the evolving role of convention centers, from their economic impact on cities to their innovative designs fostering community connections.

Links:

· Why Are Cities Still Spending Big on Convention Centers?

· Convene Talk ep 50

· Trends Report 2025: Help — and Bleisure Time — Wanted

· Trends Report 2025: Meeting and Event ‘Destination Dupes’

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· Michelle Russell, Editor in Chief

· Barbara Palmer, Deputy Editor

· Jennifer N…