Top Sessions to Attend at IMEX 2022

Top Sessions to Attend at IMEX 2022

IMEX America is one of the most highly anticipated events in the meeting and event planning industry. The conference offers attendees a chance to learn about the latest trends, gain expert advice, and see innovative technology in action. With so many great sessions to choose from, it can be difficult to decide which ones to attend. Here are top five IMEX sessions that are not to be missed:

#1: Ready, set, shift: What's a (tech) planner to do?

Planners around the globe have been on a merry-go-round of shifting events, adjusting sizes, deciding what is live or hybrid, and expanding audience reach with digital, often with shrinking resources. Hear from planners who are leading teams and working with suppliers as they use events strategically to meet business objectives.

When: 12:30pm - 1:15pm, Tuesday, October 11, 2022

Where: Hitsville Theater, Inspiration Hub, Booth F606

Speakers:

• Angie Smith, Atlassian (https://www.dhirubhai.net/in/angeldov/)
• Jeanne Robb, DocuSign (https://www.dhirubhai.net/in/jeannerobb/)
• Kurt Smith, ServiceNow (https://www.dhirubhai.net/in/kurtpsmith6582/)
• Nicola Kastner, The Event Strategist (https://www.dhirubhai.net/in/nicolakastner/)

#2: Events as interconnected platforms

Events 3.0 require the interconnection of cloud-based platforms. Enterprises and associations partnering with the best-of-service technology providers will build customized event systems based on their key performance indicators. For Events 3.0 integration in innovation.

When: 4:00pm - 4:45pm, Tuesday, October 11, 2022

Where: South Pacific B, North Convention Center

Speakers:

• Mary Ann Pierce, MAP Digital, Inc. (https://www.dhirubhai.net/in/mary-ann-pierce-nyc/)
• Tyler Davidson, Meetings Today (https://www.dhirubhai.net/in/tyler-davidson-128185/)

#3: Your boss is on camera - how to make them (and you!) look great

Months of planning have come down to this moment, and the world is watching. As your CEO takes the stage, you realize with horror that they’re wearing workout shorts and flip-flops! You’d never let that happen, and yet almost three years later we’re still seeing executives with bad audio and video.

When: 12:00pm - 12:30pm, Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Where: Hot Topics & Upskilling, Inspiration Hub, Booth F606

Speaker: Brandt Krueger, Event Technology Consulting (https://www.dhirubhai.net/in/brkrueger/)

#4: Web 3.0, NFTs and other digital dragons: Next steps for events

From the metaverse to social tokens and when to NFT or not, the many dimensions we can now host our events in and enhance our brands with have made the complexities infinitely more complex. Let’s demystify Web3 and its event mutations.

When: 3:00pm - 3:30pm, Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Where: Hitsville Theater, Inspiration Hub, Booth F606

Speakers:

• Julius Solaris, Boldpush (https://www.dhirubhai.net/in/juliussolaris/)
• Nick Borelli, Allseated (https://www.dhirubhai.net/in/nickborelli/)

#5: Get boardroom ready – how your event data can get you a seat at the table

Of everything on an event planner’s extensive to-do list, nailing event data is perhaps the least exciting or creatively interesting. And yet – getting under the bonnet of your event success and the value it brings to your business can help you take a leap in your personal and professional growth.

When: 12:30pm - 1:00pm, Thursday, October 13, 2022

Where: Hot Topics & Upskilling, Inspiration Hub, Booth F606

Speaker: Chloe Richardson, Explori (https://www.dhirubhai.net/in/chloelarichardson/)

Attendees can also choose from a variety of networking and social events, including the popular hosted buyer program, IMEX Nightcap, and the IMEX America Welcome Reception. With so much on offer, IMEX America is not to be missed.?

I hope to catch you at the booth or “upskilling” with me in a session!