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So excited to have as our featured guest at "Simply" Remarkable our multi-live streaming show this Friday, July 19 at 10 am (EST), the Global Award-winning Keynote Speaker, Chester Elton As we continue to celebrate Global Event and Meeting Planners Month, this will be a great conversation about the culture of event planning, the many event and meeting planners he has worked with, how the industry of speaking and event planning has changed today, and the trends of events in the future. We welcome all event and meeting planners to join us, and remember we have a weekly contest for you to enter to win our fabulous gift for you! It's Easy and Simple to enter: ⚡ Comment on this and any of our posts, and you will be entered ⚡ Share any of our posts and receive another entry ⚡ Join us on our Live show, Rebroadcast, or Podcast, and comment, and you will receive another entry for each one! ⚡ Share our Live show, Rebroadcast, or Podcast, and receive another entry for each one! Mark your calendar to join us at my profile 🌎Sue Falcone🌎 bring your questions and comments for Chester as we love to engage with our audiences! Have a Remarkable Week! #multilivestreamingshow #GlobalEventandMeetingPlanningMonth #AllIn #corporateculture #leadership #corporateeventplanners #corporatemeetingplanners #eventplanners #meetingplanners #talentmanagement #change #gratitude #celebrate #fun #resilience #RemarkableSpeakersBureau

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🚀 We’re Looking Forward to the TLC Mentorship Summit on June 11! 🚀 Join us for a unique and transformative experience at the Test & Learn Community Mentorship Summit, part of the ExElite Conference. 📅 Date: June 11 📍 Location: York Suite, Hilton Metropole Birmingham NEC 🕒 Time: 13:45 - 17:00 This groundbreaking event will see the future leaders of digital experimentation take the stage in a dynamic Speaker Competition. Selected practitioners will be guided by renowned speaker coach Michael Aagaard to refine their narratives and unleash their potential. The Challenge: Elevate Your Expertise Participants will showcase their skills in a 10-minute presentation, diving into captivating case studies on experimental designs, meta-analyses, findings, and innovative approaches. It’s about presenting and defending their choices, pushing the boundaries of knowledge and conviction. Mentorship at Its Core Our esteemed panel, including Els Aerts, Lukas Vermeer, Ruben de Boer, Kelly Wortham, and Abi Hough, will not just judge but nurture. They will engage with each presenter, offering constructive feedback and insights to help them grow in the ever-evolving landscape of digital experimentation. Grand Prize Glory One presenter will seize the Grand Prize: free mentorship with a panel expert of their choice, offering unparalleled professional development and guidance. All presenters will also enjoy a 30-minute virtual mentorship & coffee session with each panel expert, expanding their network within the Test & Learn Community. Bountiful Rewards Prizes include exclusive training with industry leaders like Ruben de Boer, conference passes to industry events, and more. It’s a celebration of learning, mentorship, and the limitless possibilities within the realm of experimentation. Don’t miss your chance to witness the future unfold at the TLC Mentorship Summit. Ignite your curiosity, fuel your passion, and join us on this extraordinary journey of knowledge, growth, and community. #TLCMentorshipSummit #ExElite24 #ExperimentationElite #CRO #DigitalMarketing #Innovation #Mentorship #Networking

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Our client the American Theatre Wing is the founder and co-presenter of the Tony Awards. The Wing also works year-round supporting creatives--and not just professionals. One of its signature programs is the Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative, which provides grants to under-resourced schools in the U.S. and individual scholarships for afterschool and summer training programs and students pursuing theatre in college. The Wing’s President and CEO Heather A. Hitchens told EdSource: "This is such a meaningful initiative for us at the Wing. From repairing an auditorium’s audio system so that productions can once again be amplified, to creating set-design apprenticeships between theatre companies and schools, the needs are specific and varied, and the results are real. Directly due to the programs of the Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative, more theatre and art is created by students who might not otherwise have this opportunity. Their education is being enhanced, as is the pipeline to careers in the theatre industry,” #theatre #artists #creative #entertainmentindustry #education #ceo #leadership #schools #broadway #production #culture #television #performance #broadcasting #communications #collegesanduniversities #strategiccommunications #equity

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Freeman put out a report that basically said meeting and events planners don’t care about sustainability or wellness. The next week a 12 page report from McKinsey and Company came out stating the market had hit a new market cap of 1.8 TRILLION A quote stood out. And here is why it matters:⁠ ⁠ 🏃‍♂️Holistic Health Integration: Wellness now includes physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, going beyond traditional fitness and nutrition.⁠ ⁠ 📈Corporate Wellness: Businesses integrate wellness into their core strategies, boosting productivity, morale, and reducing healthcare costs.⁠ ⁠ Stay tuned for part 2...

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🎙️🎙️🎙️New Episode Alert 🎙️🎙️🎙️ Going live in ~30 mins, a great listen on your way to #ETL I got the opportunity to sit down with Janice Cardinale VEMM founder of Event Minds Matter on the latest episode of Return on Wellness! What did we discuss? I'm glad you asked; With a rich background in the events industry, including a significant tenure at The Idea Hunter, Janice has been a vocal advocate for mental health and wellness within the professional sphere. The episode delves into her personal journey with depression, the catalyst for her advocacy, and the critical role of mental health awareness in the events industry, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting off with the state of Mental Health in the Events Industry: We highlight the importance of discussing and addressing mental health within the events industry. Janice's personal experience with depression and her observation of the industry's struggles during the COVID-19 pandemic underscore the need for a culture that supports mental wellness. Next we speak about Building Supportive Communities: Janice discusses the foundation of Event Minds Matter as a response to the industry's silence on mental health issues. The initiative aims to create a community that promotes open discussions about emotional health and well-being, providing a platform for education, resources, and advocacy for mental fitness within the industry. Lastly, we speak about the Need for Change and Education: A significant focus is placed on the necessity of shifting industry norms towards better mental health support. Janice dives into how incorporating mental health education and practices into the fabric of corporate culture can help address the core issues. In this episode we advocate for training in psychological safety, empathy, and emotional intelligence as essential steps toward creating a healthier, more supportive industry environment. Hope you enjoy! #eventprofs #podcast

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Are you a CALIFORNIA VOTER? Governor Newsom has proposed a 58% cut to arts program funding in the 24-25 May revise of California budget. While Newsom shared that “core services are protected,” his proposal includes decimating 100% of the funding for implementing SB 1116, the Performing Arts Equitable Payroll Fund ($12.5 million) and 38% ($10 million) of the state arts agency or California Arts Council’s $26 million in grants to arts nonprofits. California’s artists, tradition bearers, cultural organizations and creative businesses have long carried the weight of the state’s preeminence as a cultural producer and creative economy on their shoulders alone, without adequate sustained public investment. Access to arts, culture and creative expression is a core service that delivers a multitude of public impacts. These opportunities weave the social fabric of our communities, empower individuals, engage youth, vivify places, bond groups, bridge differences and transform lives, building community health while driving over 8% of the state’s economy, supporting 847,688 jobs and generating 7.3% of state tax revenue. @CAArtsAdvocates with coalition partners @ActorsEquity and @TheatreproducersofSoCal will work alongside creative industry leaders and statewide advocates to urge the Governor and Legislature to recognize the drastic nature of these cuts and the destabilizing threats they pose to the livelihoods of the creative workforce and to the promise of core California values. TAKE ACTION TODAY! Read the full press release: https://lnkd.in/eWTj6kjR PLEASE send a Letter to your California Reps: https://lnkd.in/esS8BJvD Please and Thank You! #ArtsWorkIsRealWork #CAisCreative #InvestCAArts #fundCAArts #CreativeEconomy #CAC #OpposeArtsCuts

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In my career, I've witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of integrating influencers into promo parties and events, especially within real estate, tech, and hospitality sectors. These events go beyond mere gatherings; they are potent tools for amplifying brand visibility and forging meaningful community connections. Strategic Media Capture: Capturing diverse, high-quality media during these events is crucial. It's not just about snapping photos—it's about storytelling through dynamic videos and engaging interviews that narrate your brand's influence and reach. This rich content serves as a robust tool for both immediate and long-term marketing campaigns, offering authentic insights and vibrant displays of your brand's impact. Real Estate and Hospitality Benefits: In real estate, influencer events can vividly showcase the potential and vibrancy of properties, directly appealing to potential tenants and investors. They illustrate not just the space but the potential life and activity it can foster, thereby accelerating investment and tenant interest. In hospitality, such events highlight a venue's capability and versatility, attracting future bookings and establishing the venue as an ideal location for high-profile events. Tech Industry Application: For the tech sector, these gatherings are invaluable for making technology accessible and relatable. Demonstrating tech products in action, in relatable settings, bridges the gap between innovation and consumer understanding, making tech solutions more approachable and appealing. From personal experience with building OTM Media & Events the integration of strategic event planning with comprehensive media production significantly enhances each interaction, turning every event moment into a growth opportunity for your brand. Influencer-driven promo parties are not just events; they are pivotal marketing platforms that drive visibility, engage communities, and build lasting relationships that propel business growth.

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I send a TON of emails to the #B2B world. Most of the time? Crickets. 🦗 It's part of the gig. But there are two responses that make my day: 1. "Yes, I'd love to speak at #B2BOnline!" (Obviously my fav 🏆) 2. Those absolutely killer out-of-office replies 🎉 Forget "I'll respond when I return." Give me: • "Gone fishin' for new ideas (and actual fish)" • "On a quest to find my lost productivity. Back next week!" • "In Scotland, searching for the Loch Ness Monster." ( I just got this today, Bravo to that executive) B2B fam: Do you have creative OOO messages? I'm trying to brainstorm my next OOO. Also; if you want to speak at a B2B Online event, def connect and reach out to me or Randi Greenberg. It's one of her favorite things too! We got some exciting events coming up the back half of this year and in 2025 with our three events in the States.

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Embracing diversity in teams leads to greater creativity--it's something we've seen many times at cityHUNT. Check out this fascinating article by Terra Marquette discussing the benefits of building teams with diverse personalities. According to research at Rice University, teams that mix different emotional responses ("affective diversity") produce more innovative outcomes. By including team membesr with both positive and negative affects, managers can create an environment that sparks creative ideas and where these ideas are evaluated thoughtfully. For more insights into how affective diversity can enhance your team's creativity, read the full article here! #TeamDiversity #Creativity #Innovation #Teamwork  https://lnkd.in/eYvypNmk #teambuilding #culture #EQ

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Join Zack Kass Kass and me as we delve into the evolving role of AI, and how it can become a collaborative partner to give us back the time to do what we truly love. 🚀🤖 💡 Unlock the full potential of AI as a creative ally – listen to our full conversation: https://lnkd.in/eCV6wE4v Zack Kass Ike Singh Kehal Chris Barton #technology #AI #techtrends #events #keynotespeaker

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🎵 Music and AI: Finding the Right Balance in a Changing Industry 🎵 Music has always been a cornerstone in my life (hence my habits like my my monthly mixtape series: https://lnkd.in/eD7VeEQm ). It serves as a unique form of expression that unites people world wide and someone manages to touch the deepest parts of our souls. As AI continues to rise, I see its potential to empower creators with superpowers. AI can analyze enormous datasets and reveal insights that we humans might miss. Imagine an AI discovering that a specific hi-hat drum riff within the first 15 seconds of a song boosts play counts by analyzing millions of tracks and their chart performance. That’s the kind of magic AI can offer. Yet, ethical considerations remain paramount. We must ensure AI respects artists' rights, but we can also appreciate the creative spirit of AI parody music accounts remixing songs in various styles or creating unusual mashups. They remind us that creativity and technology can coexist harmoniously when used responsibly. As the industry evolves, let's champion AI that enhances rather than replaces human artistry. Together, we can find a way to let technology empower creativity while preserving the heart and soul of music. 🎤✨ P.S. How do you see the future of AI in the music industry? Comment below (and share your favorite AI fails and parody AI songs)!

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Calling All Female Executives Are you ready to take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level? Join us for our highly acclaimed 8-week intensive series designed exclusively for dynamic women leaders like you. Our intensive series is tailored to entrepreneurs who crave a collaborative space to exchange experiences, share stories, and dive deep into best practices and strategies for propelling their businesses forward. Each week, immerse yourself in a meeting of the minds as we explore the keys to maintaining an upward trajectory in your professional endeavors. What can you expect from this transformative experience? ✨ Insightful Exchanges: Connect with fellow female executives who understand the challenges and triumphs of the entrepreneurial journey. Share your experiences, gain fresh perspectives, and forge invaluable connections. ✨ Stories of Triumph and Tribulation: Hear firsthand from those who have navigated the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. Learn from their successes and setbacks as they offer candid insights into their professional climbs. ✨ Best Practices and Strategies: Dive into proven strategies and best practices for sustaining momentum and driving growth in your business. Discover innovative approaches to staying motivated, keeping pace with industry shifts, and fostering a resilient mindset. ✨ The Power of Community: Experience the transformative power of having a supportive community by your side. Cultivate relationships with like-minded women who inspire, challenge, and uplift you on your entrepreneurial journey. Don't miss out on this unparalleled opportunity to elevate your business and yourself. Join us for eight weeks of inspiration, empowerment, and actionable insights that will propel you toward success. Spots are limited, so reserve your seat today and embark on this journey of growth and discovery with us. Together, let's redefine what it means to thrive as female executives in the business world. Ready to rise? Let's soar together! First session begins Thursday, September 5th

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A six-hour filming day can mean: — 2 fund-a-need impact videos — 16 client testimonials for video sponsorship emails — 7 Evergreen client story Reels That’s 25 unique stories from 6 individuals who have generously shared their hearts and life experiences on breaking the cycle of poverty in the heart of Orange County. How’d we leverage six hours and six unique testimonies? By asking these three simple questions. 1. What were the challenges that you faced before connecting with [insert name] program?  2. Can you share your personal story on how [insert name of nonprofit] has impacted your life? 3. How has your life changed since receiving support from [insert name of Cause]? Bonus follow-up: are there any other stories you’d like to share? Leveraging video for emails and texts is simple and inexpensive— might as well be free. Why am I bringing this up now? Because most sponsorship emails are still focused on the gala — like the party — itself. Many teams are still sending a gala graphic, which only means something to the team. As a result, the opportunity to deliver stories of resilience and transformation before, during, and after guests, donors, and sponsors enter the room is 100% missed. The truth is the stories themselves are the invitation. When you see stories as a way to invite your audience into your fundraising event and, by extension, your mission, you invite more individuals to witness true transformation, you allow your audience to see your mission in action. I can’t wait to see how far these stories go. #impactvideo #storytelling #fundaisinggala #marketing #eventplanner

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Making connections is the number one priority of attendees at events. As #eventprofs #meetingplanners #tradeshoworganizers we absolutely must deliver those community building components in our events. When you attend the Fuse Intensive (September 18, Washington DC) you receive a blueprint on HOW to deliver community building and help make those valuable connections. https://lnkd.in/e7f6XiH5

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