EM Performance IQ – 6/17/2026
06.17.26 Metric Deep-Dive Five Ways to Elevate the Way You Measure Engagement at Events According to the 2026 EventTrack, on-site engagement is the second most important metric for event marketers. We asked practitioners to weigh in on how they're quantifying it… Read more Reporting & Analysis Expert Insights on How to Fortify Your Event Performance Recap...
Experiential Marketing Trend of the Week: ASMR Activations
Whether emotional, physical, or a combination of the two, event marketers are in the business of making people feel. So it was only a matter of time before the industry transformed ASMR from a YouTube phenomenon into a real-life engagement tactic. And as consumers increasingly seek more visceral experiences, that tingling sensation is helping to...
Cannes Lions 2026 Preview: Salons, Submarines, Supper Clubs and More
Cannes Lions 2026 will descend on the Palais des Festivals this month, drawing brand marketers, agency leaders and experience architects from across the globe. Amid the recognition hardware being doled out and cmo-level content, we’re keeping track of how the experiential offerings are evolving this year. Check out our preview of a few of the...
Complex Messaging, Outstanding Designs: Our Top 10 Exhibits at ASCO 2026
The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 2026 Annual Meeting brought together more than 40,000 professionals at McCormick Place in Chicago May 29 through June 2 to explore the latest advances in cancer research, clinical practice, and innovation. Exhibiting at a medical congress comes with a unique rulebook. Commercial and medical affairs functions must remain...