Communications and announcements directly from the Convergence Events Board of Directors to the CONvergence membership.
COVID-19 CONvergence Update
Greetings CONvergence Members: We know that COVID-19 is foremost in the news and in a lot of people’s minds right now; Much like you, we are deeply concerned about the impact to the health and well being of our membership … Continue reading →
Statement of Principles and Direction
Dear CONvergence Members, For the past 20 years, CONvergence has grown and built upon the core principles it started on, expanding as new people and new fandoms have emerged, striving to always be relevant and in line with the future … Continue reading →
Public Announcement of Future Convention Dates
The Convergence Events, Inc. Board of Directors knows that our community is dedicated to our event and that as a volunteer organization everyone’s time is valuable. It takes a lot to organize and plan for CONvergence not only as a … Continue reading →
What’s New and What’s Not at CONvergence 2018
Dear CONvergence Members, This year has been filled with many challenges, changes, and updates. We know you’re wondering what exactly is going to be different this year, and what will be “the same as it ever was.” So here it … Continue reading →
Invited Participants Selling at CONvergence 2018
Dear CONvergence Members: Tuesday a communication was sent to several Invited Participants informing them of our rule that restricted them from selling merchandise during the convention. It was brought to the Board’s attention that this communication suggested that hotel policy … Continue reading →
CONvergence 2018 Party Room Restrictions From the DoubleTree by Hilton
The CONvergence Board of Directors has been meeting with the management of the DoubleTree and with our respective legal teams to resolve concerns brought forward by the hotel concerning the way CONvergence handles fan-run party rooms. These concerns include the … Continue reading →
CONvergence 2019 Will Be At the Hyatt Regency in Downtown Minneapolis
Greetings members of CONvergence, We are excited to share with you that CONvergence 2019 will be held July 4-7, 2019 at the Hyatt Regency hotel in downtown Minneapolis. Although CONvergence has been at the same venue for almost twenty years, … Continue reading →
CONvergence 2018 Timing Update—Let’s Get This Party Started!
Dear CONvergence Members, We know that many of you have questions and we wanted to provide you with an update. In time, we will provide you with a full disclosure of all pertinent information. However, due to the nature of … Continue reading →
CONvergence 2018 Timing Update—Please Bear With Us
Dear CONvergence Members, We wanted to make you aware of some ongoing negotiations regarding this year’s convention. Over the past year, the Board has been in conversation with the DoubleTree Hotel regarding the arrangements and logistics for CONvergence 2018. The … Continue reading →