In an environment where member expectations evolve faster than organizational structures, effective association management depends on one thing above all else: the ability to listen, test, adapt, and lead with intention. That mindset was at the center of the Florida Society of Association Executives Foundation Think Tank: The Member Engagement Lab, facilitated by Amanda Kaiser and focused on Experimenting with Tomorrow’s Tactics.

For Celeste, event experience design begins with connection. Her favorite part of meeting planning is building relationships with members and creating spaces where people feel seen, welcomed, and valued.

IMEX Las Vegas 2025 brought together approximately 29,000 meeting professionals, suppliers, and exhibitors representing destinations, hotel brands, technology platforms, and essential service providers in support of conferences and professional development programs worldwide. This year, AMC Source Co-President Greg Brooks represented the organization during five days of education, networking, and industry collaboration. Throughout the event, Greg participated in more than 30

The AMC Source team recently had the opportunity to visit the soon-to-open Omni Fort Lauderdale, a stunning new property connected to the newly expanded Fort Lauderdale Convention Center.