Gregg Talley, CEO of Talley Management Group, explains how events can help build a better world for everyone.

Joe Rivers, director of experiences and partnerships for Czarnowski Collective, advocates taking risks to create impactful experiences.

Explore how Visit Phoenix leverages meetings and events as powerful engines for economic growth and community engagement, redefining the impact of destination marketing beyond the confines of tourism.

Rob Adams, the CEO and owner of Bishop-McCann, shares his career journey and reveals profound insights from the simple yet profound mission of creating joy to the innovative approaches adapting to generational shifts in the workforce.

In this episode of the Skift Meetings Podcast, Gianna Gaudini offers a glimpse into the methodologies that have kept her at the top of the game — from cultivating calm in the center of chaos to speaking C-suite lingo that gets the green light on ambitious projects.

Kinsey Fabrizio is leading CES into the future as the Consumer Technology Association’s new president

Unlike many who found the events industry by happenstance, Nicola Kastner, founder of The Event Strategist, deliberately chose to enter this field, guided by a passion for creating events with clear business objectives.

Thomas Reiser, the executive director of the International Society on Thrombosis and Hemostasis, shares insights on the interplay of global influence, the evolution of membership, and the reshaping of industry standards.

Monique Ruff-Bell is chief program and strategy officer at TED Conferences. She listens to thousands of TED Talks each year as part of her role. What would the title of the talk she would give? "How to Smile Through the Pain."

Michelle Allgauer deeply values personal and professional relationships. As an event leader, she is doubling down on the irreplaceable value of face-to-face interactions and looking to leverage the power of AI to enhance operational efficiency.

Andre Cholewinski of the American Physical Society champions supporting local causes over boycotting destinations. His forward-thinking approach to responsible event planning fosters positive change without sacrificing community engagement.

Martha Donato has seen the events industry evolve the past three decades. Here are some of her lessons learned.

Sissi Lygnou, CEO of AFEA, illuminates the intricacies and challenges of the PCO industry, highlighting the need for innovation, recognition, and education.

Time's Chief Events Officer Dan Macsai reveals the blueprint for skyrocketing event revenue and the transformative power of marrying editorial content with dynamic event production.

Uncover the top trends shaping the meetings industry in 2024, from the enduring impact of remote work to the evolving role of AI, and the crucial balance between luxury and sustainability.

Dive into the AI-powered future of events with Matthias Sondermann, senior director of events at SAP, and learn from his journey leading SAP's strategic event experiences.

Pioneering thought leader Joe Pine explores the transformative power of business events, delving into the evolution of the experience economy and its profound impact on event design.

Alex Reynolds, the co-founder and CEO of Vendelux, is using data-driven technology to improve the way companies approach event marketing and making connections.

According to John Hense, the CEO of Nth Degree and Fern Expo, if you peel back the curtains of all successful meetings and events, you'll find one key ingredient: grit.

Colja Dams, CEO of VOK DAMS, discusses the transformative intersection of technological innovation, sustainability, and the enduring magic of live events.

Amanda Armstrong, Encore's senior vice president of communications and industry relations, offers an insightful glimpse into the fusion of technology and human connection that she believes will define the future of events.

Explore the ins and outs of legal counsel at one of the largest event planning companies in the world.

Eventgroove CEO Lance Trebesch believes in building great client relations through clear and fair pricing. He sees future events as sustainable, tech-augmented gatherings.

RIMS CEO Gary LaBranche discusses risk and risk management around the context of the fatal shooting that occurred nearby during the 2023 RISKWORLD Conference.

The evolving role of destination organizations involves advocating for the business events industry and clearly communicating the value that they provide.