The 2024 version of EXHIBITORLIVE, which took place in February, is in the books. If you joined us in Nashville, I hope that you had productive, educational, engaging, and fun experiences. I also hope that you're planning to join us for EXHIBITORLIVE in San Antonio in 2025. Mark the dates in your calendar - March 16-19 - because we're confident this event will continue to grow both qualitatively and quantitatively. We appreciate your suggestions and are committed to listening and responding to all of them as we continue to enhance our offerings and provide excellent educational, networking, and commerce opportunities.

All of us in this industry work so hard to provide engaging, creative, and outstanding experiences. We are all charged to do it on a daily basis. And as we move through our days of both logistical and operational planning, let's remember to take a step back and show appreciation for the dedication of our colleagues. We will always find greater success - for both our clients and for the organizations we work for - if we keep this important suggestion top of mind.

Always take the time to discuss and develop a thought leadership plan that is informed, trusted, inspirational, innovative, and resourceful. This will help differentiate you and your company, which will lead to more successful outcomes. Have you developed written plans regarding the impacts of AI technologies? Do you have strategies relative to your DEI programs? How about continued focus on workforce development? These are just a few topics to consider as you continue to move your way through a successful year.

Please continue to have a wonderful 2024 and always remember that your Exhibitor Group colleagues are here to assist you and support you on your journey. My email address is: ddubois@exhibitorgroup.com. I look forward to being of service to you and a source of support, and I hope to see you soon at one of our industry's outstanding exhibitions or business events. E