Welcome Thriver!
We’re so happy you’re here.

Enjoy resources and events curated
exclusively for our members:

Articles and Resources

Webinar Library

Event Calendar

Preferred Partner Program

Soundings Thrive Benefits

Update Profile

FAQs

If you are a member of a customer group, community, or learning group, you can view you can access your groups below.

Customer Groups & Communities

The Latest Info.

Stay up to date on the latest industry news.

Stay Informed
Event Professionals ‘Are in the Business of Soul’
Event Professionals ‘Are in the Business of Soul’
What Is Active Listening?
What Is Active Listening?
2024 Independent Planner Pricing Survey
2024 Independent Planner Pricing Survey
Use the 'FORD' Method to Master Small Talk
Use the 'FORD' Method to Master Small Talk
Only in Events: Event Profs Share the Most Peculiar Client Requests They’ve Ever Received
Only in Events: Event Profs Share the Most Peculiar Client Requests They’ve Ever Received
Skift Meetings Megatrends 2024
Skift Meetings Megatrends 2024
23 Best Event Planning Certifications
23 Best Event Planning Certifications
Do You Suffer From FOBO? Here’s How To Handle It
Do You Suffer From FOBO? Here’s How To Handle It
Mayim Bialik Shines a Light on Mental Health
Mayim Bialik Shines a Light on Mental Health
Event Planning Disaster Recovery: Navigating the Storm
Event Planning Disaster Recovery: Navigating the Storm
Time Appoints its First Chief Events Officer as Publishers Double Down on Events in 2024
Time Appoints its First Chief Events Officer as Publishers Double Down on Events in 2024
Surrendering Control, Trusting Yourself and Taking a Leap of Faith
Surrendering Control, Trusting Yourself and Taking a Leap of Faith
Salary Survey 2023: Highs and Lows for Event Pros
Salary Survey 2023: Highs and Lows for Event Pros
Global Brand Experience Agency, 2LK, Transitions to Employee Ownership
Global Brand Experience Agency, 2LK, Transitions to Employee Ownership
Do You Have a Work ‘Love Language’? And Can Embracing it Increase Your Job Satisfaction?
Do You Have a Work ‘Love Language’? And Can Embracing it Increase Your Job Satisfaction?
Resources | Net Zero Carbon Events
Resources | Net Zero Carbon Events
Most Productive Habits to Pick up in 2024
Most Productive Habits to Pick up in 2024
Events Industry Needs to Redefine ROI, Says Report
Events Industry Needs to Redefine ROI, Says Report
Marriott Launches Neurodiversity Initiatives and Neu Project Partnership
Marriott Launches Neurodiversity Initiatives and Neu Project Partnership
What Event Professionals Like Most - and Least - About Their Jobs
What Event Professionals Like Most - and Least - About Their Jobs
Janet Dell Makes History as Freeman's First Female CEO
Janet Dell Makes History as Freeman's First Female CEO
November Freelance Insights 
November Freelance Insights 
4 Reasons to Practice Gratitude in You Career
4 Reasons to Practice Gratitude in You Career
Meetings Industry Forecast 2024
Meetings Industry Forecast 2024
What Makes Event Freelancers Tick?
What Makes Event Freelancers Tick?
Harness Your Network to Unlock Innovation
Harness Your Network to Unlock Innovation
We Need to Redefine Creativity. Here’s a Less Intimidating Roadmap to Find Your Own at Work and in Life
We Need to Redefine Creativity. Here’s a Less Intimidating Roadmap to Find Your Own at Work and in Life
A Guide to Leadership and Careers in Events
A Guide to Leadership and Careers in Events
Imposter Syndrome: It’s Not You, It’s the System
Imposter Syndrome: It’s Not You, It’s the System
The Z: Industry Organizations and Associations Offering Student Memberships
The Z: Industry Organizations and Associations Offering Student Memberships

Featured Soundings Articles

Articles
Global Events Industry – Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Global Events Industry – Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Freelancers: Protect Yourself by Understanding Worker Classification 
Freelancers: Protect Yourself by Understanding Worker Classification 
5 benefits of focusing on soft skills in your organization 
5 benefits of focusing on soft skills in your organization 
Tips for filing taxes as an independent contractor or employee 
Tips for filing taxes as an independent contractor or employee 
How to make your passion(s) your career 
How to make your passion(s) your career 
2022 Article Roundup
2022 Article Roundup
Event professionals are community builders
Event professionals are community builders
The future is physical and digital
The future is physical and digital
There is a global shortage of talent
There is a global shortage of talent
Partnerships are critical for growth
Partnerships are critical for growth
DEI & Sustainability Go Hand in Hand
DEI & Sustainability Go Hand in Hand
Mental Health Resources for Event Professionals
Mental Health Resources for Event Professionals
Why the Event Industry Must Prioritize Gen Z Recruitment
Why the Event Industry Must Prioritize Gen Z Recruitment
The State of Talent Report
The State of Talent Report
The Best Event Industry Certifications for Event Professionals
The Best Event Industry Certifications for Event Professionals
5 Ways for Talent to Specialize their Expertise
5 Ways for Talent to Specialize their Expertise
Labor Shortages Add to Challenges During Comeback - Corporate Event News
Labor Shortages Add to Challenges During Comeback - Corporate Event News
Common Freelancer Mistakes, and How to Avoid Them
Common Freelancer Mistakes, and How to Avoid Them
Live Meetings Are Back! Surprising Things to Consider When Hosting a Conference
Live Meetings Are Back! Surprising Things to Consider When Hosting a Conference
Conference Planning & COVID Compliance 101
Conference Planning & COVID Compliance 101
Thinking About Becoming A Freelancer?  
Thinking About Becoming A Freelancer?  
BYOB : How to Build Your Own Benefits Package
BYOB : How to Build Your Own Benefits Package
On the Road to Recovery: Hargrove, Event Strategy Network & Soundings and VEI - Exhibit City News
On the Road to Recovery: Hargrove, Event Strategy Network & Soundings and VEI - Exhibit City News
Soundings Thrive Platform Playground™ Mock Event: Symphony by Event Cadence
Soundings Thrive Platform Playground™ Mock Event: Symphony by Event Cadence
Virtual Events Institute Teams Up with Soundings and Informa to Prepare Event Professionals for a Digital Future - Corporate Event News
Virtual Events Institute Teams Up with Soundings and Informa to Prepare Event Professionals for a Digital Future - Corporate Event News
Hybrid Events Are Here: How 4 Traditional Job Roles Have Evolved
Hybrid Events Are Here: How 4 Traditional Job Roles Have Evolved
Our Best Career Advice of 2020 - Smart Meetings Magazine
Our Best Career Advice of 2020 - Smart Meetings Magazine
How to Pull Off a Winning Virtual Studio Presentation - Corporate Event News
How to Pull Off a Winning Virtual Studio Presentation - Corporate Event News
Top 5 Talent Tips for Virtual and Hybrid Events - Smart Meetings Magazine
Top 5 Talent Tips for Virtual and Hybrid Events - Smart Meetings Magazine
Looking Forward in the Wake of COVID-19: The Meeting Professional November 2020
Looking Forward in the Wake of COVID-19: The Meeting Professional November 2020

Featured Partner

Expand your service offerings with AmTrav Gather as a Group Air Solution, and earn referral commissions!

Learn more about our preferred partnership exclusive to Soundings Thrive members here.

 

Next Thrive Event.

Upcoming Events
MPI WEC 2024
May 20
MPI WEC 2024

The Soundings team will be attending MPI WEC 2024!

Global DMC Partners Connection 2024
Jun 6
Global DMC Partners Connection 2024

Soundings will be at Global DMC Partners Connection 2024!

Cvent Connect 2024
Jun 10
Cvent Connect 2024

Soundings will be at Cvent Connect 2024!

June New Member Orientation
Jun 13
June New Member Orientation

Join the Soundings Connect team to learn more about Soundings Thrive and have a casual conversation about the future of freelancing. Come with your cocktail or mocktail of choice and any questions you may have!

PCMA EduCon 2024
Jun 23
PCMA EduCon 2024

Soundings will be at PCMA EduCon 2024!

Smart Women Summit & Awards Gala 2024
Aug 16
Smart Women Summit & Awards Gala 2024

Soundings will be at the 2024 Smart Women Summit & Awards Gala!

IMEX America 2024
Oct 8
IMEX America 2024

Soundings will be attending IMEX America 2024!

 

Networking and Education Events

Register for upcoming virtual series and socials exclusive to Soundings Thrive members.

 

Virtual Event Library

Re-watch and enjoy recordings of past virtual events.

 

Follow us on social!

What an honor! Soundings Founder & CEO, Tracy Judge, MS, CMP, has been nominated as one of @eventex.co Top 100 Most Influential People in the Event Industry. We are proud to be nominated alongside incredible professionals, including many Soundi
Congratulations to Soundings Chief of Staff @serenikkity for being recognized as one of @pcmahq’s “20 in their Twenties”!! “My ultimate career goal is to create a clear pathway for new talent to find their place within the b
Workplaces that respect + elevate all types of talent >>> #soundings #diversity #dei #agile #meetingsandevents
Gen Z recruitment is a priority 💯 See our tips on how to recruit the up-and-coming workforce at the link in bio. #soundings #eventindustry
Cognitive diversity in the workplace stimulates innovation and drives potential. We have the diversified talent you need to 🚀 #soundings
If you’re looking for a way to elevate your business…🤝🏼💯💪🏽 #freelance #freelancetalent #recruitment #soundings #talentsearch #eventindustry
Like it or not, the talent game has changed. It's time to start thinking about talent differently. #soundings #talent #recruitment #staffing #eventindustry #gigeconomy #agile
If you’re finding it difficult to keep up with current talent trends, you’re not alone. There’s a LOT to know 🌪 so we made a State of Talent Report to fill you in 👇🏽 View the full report @ the link in our bio. #soundings #freel
No sector is immune to the growing gig economy culture. The world has changed ➡ how we do business must change with it. #soundings #futureofwork #gigeconomy #freelancetalent #freelance #recruitment #workculture
If saving time & money is your thing – hire freelancers 💯 #soundings #business #innovation #remoteworkforce #freelance #talentsolutions #talent #hirefreelance #staffing