EM Performance IQ – 4/15/2026
04.15.26 Checklist Building a Better Measurement Practice: The ROI-driven RFP It’s the little acronym with the big impact on your events. We’re talking about RFPs—the requests for proposals that set the stage for event success… Read more EMMC x EM Guest Column: Four Tips to Get the Right Event Data from Your Suppliers Our quarterly column...
As Mergers and Acquisitions Soar, Agencies Point to a ‘Fragmented’ Market
Mergers and acquisitions are cropping up at an unprecedented rate as the demand for live events, global reach and expanded capabilities surges; AI looms; and private equity firms tighten their grip on the thriving business of events. And all of this wheeling and dealing is altering the industry paradigm. Read on for a look at...
Experiential Marketing Trend of the Week: Charm Bars
At a time when many consumers are suffering from digital fatigue and seeking more meaningful interactions, brands are leveraging tactile, personalized experiences that send attendees home with a physical keepsake that extends the life of the event. We’re talking about charm bars, intimate touchpoints where participants can slow down, get hands-on and customize something they’ll...
How Superhuman Used SXSW as Launchpad for its Rebrand and AI Ethos
Three days of panels, performances, comedy sketches—and an interactive journey through the evolution of communication When Grammarly merged three AI-forward productivity platforms and rebranded as Superhuman just before the holidays, the timing wasn’t quite right for a large-scale debut. But by the time March and SXSW 2026 rolled around, the company saw a clear opening...