Meetings & Events Continue to Thrive

It’s gratifying to see meetings and events continue their full recovery. I just attended the Event Planner Expo in NYC, with big crowds and industry panels sharing optimistic outlooks. Promenade Speakers has enjoyed recent success with clients in cybersecurity, financial services back-office operations and insurance. This is a the LinkedIn version of our occasional e-newsletter.

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Event Trends and News from Our Network:

The number one problem with events? Engagement. As soon as you make your attendees feel they are in a class, you can expect the same engagement you saw at school. Try these formats from Julius Solaris instead: https://www.dhirubhai.net/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7103470505571037184?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

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The Trusted Advisor Series: The Art (& Value) of Framing an Issue https://www.dhirubhai.net/pulse/trusted-advisor-series-art-value-framing-issue-howard-givner?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android&utm_campaign=share_via

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Event planners, here's what to expect with The Sphere c/o TheFutureParty:

https://futureparty.com/las-vegas-sphere-4d-venue/

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Want to increase workplace positivity? Consider Sarita Maybin’s message, in this updated demo:? https://youtu.be/9HOTnmvE9xA?si=F6I87Lp9plTHRutw

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Standup comedians can improve business, mental health and meeting outcomes: https://www.meetingstoday.com/articles/144104/5-benefits-hiring-standup-comedian-your-meeting-or-event???

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For those who are new to CES or our tours, CES can be overwhelming.?The good news is that Ari Popper’s team can do all the heavy lifting for you:

1. Scan the (3,500+) exhibitors pre-show
2. Create a short list of those in your sweet spot
3. Walk the show early to create the ideal tour journey and to ensure that every stop is worthwhile
4. We guide the tour and facilitate provocative?discussions with your people and?exhibitors?to uncover insights and possibilities
5. After CES, you get access to a visual database of your curated exhibitors and a thought- provoking summary of potential implications

They always fill up fast in case you want to book a slot with them. The show is January 9-12, 2024.?Contact me for an introduction.

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Make sense of key business trends with Promenade’s newest Keynoters

We’re pleased to announced the following thought leaders have joined Promenade Speakers’ global talent network: Henna Pryor, Jacques Martiquet, Loycent Gordon, Monika Bielskyte, Diane Allen, Dr. Natalie Nixon and Elin Hauge. Enhance skills, deepen human connections and maximize event outcomes. Featuring expertise in AI & emerging technology, smart risk-taking, peak performance, digital trust and innovation. Available for keynotes, workshops, panels, facilitation and more:

https://promenadespeakers.com/recently-added-speakers/