Artificial Intelligence in Action: Use Cases for Event Professionals

Areas of Interest: Technology Solutions
CMP-IS Domain A: Strategic Planning

Presented by: Nick Borelli, Director of Marketing, Zenus

In this session, you will learn how to leverage different AI tools to maximize your productivity and allow more time for creativity when planning your meetings and events. The presenter will dive into AI platforms commonly used by event professionals, and you’ll walk away with actionable items and tools to implement immediately.

Building Trust and Connection to Create Influence Monday to Monday®

Areas of Interest: Strategic Thinking & Impact; Professional Growth & Personal Development
CMP-IS Domain TE: Human Resources

Presented by: Stacey Hanke, Founder and CEO, Stacey Hanke Inc.

In our heavily distracted and dis-connected world, our ability to lead effectively, problem solve, and inspire connection is being tested every day. Communication is at the core of everything we do. This session will give you the tools to communicate in a memorable way to influence action Monday to Monday®. 

In this presentation, attendees will learn how connection and consistency are critical to communicating with influence and impact. Connection is about creating a meaningful experience for your listener to influence them to take action. Consistency creates a reliable personal brand, allowing your listeners to trust that you will show up for them the same way, Monday to Monday. Together, connection and consistency create authenticity which builds trust. 

Tracking Important Sustainability and DEI Initiatives

Areas of Interest: Strategic Thinking & Impact
CMP-IS Domain A: Strategic Strategic Planning

Presented by: Travis Pham, CMP, Global Business Director, 360 Destination Group and Edeline Larkins, CMM, Meeting & Event Planning Manager, Wells Fargo

Have you been asked to present metrics on your sustainability and DEI initiatives but are not sure where to start? Hear from the presenters on how they have successfully partnered together to track these imperative initiatives. You’ll walk away with a framework on how to get started on your dashboard journey.

FICP Chat LIVE! Preparing for the Unexpected: Lessons Learned on Crisis Navigation

Areas of Interest: Meeting Planning Trends & Solutions
CMP-IS Domain A: Strategic Planning

Facilitated by: Deborah Kane and Taylor Laws, CMP, DMCP, Regional Director of Sales, Destination South Meetings & Events

In this FICP Chat session, you will have the opportunity to engage with other meetings professionals and hospitality partners on how they navigated various crises. Discussion topics may include creating a crisis management plan, identifying your contingency plan, communicating through a crisis, and more! At the conclusion of this session, each group will report their top takeaways to share ideas to incorporate into your next event.

Playing To Our Strengths: Leverage Your Partners to Maximize Values

Areas of Interest: Meeting Planning Trends & Solutions
CMP-IS Domain G: Meeting or Event Design

Moderated by: Jessica King, CMP, Associate Director, Meetings and Events, First Command Financial Services
Panelists: Manuel F. Hernandez, Senior Sales Executive, JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort, Sarah McCabe, Director of Northeast Regional Sales, Visit Austin, Cara Pratt, CMP, DMCP, DES, Vice President of Business Development, CSI DMC

From venue selection and local expertise to vendor relationships and partnerships, CVBs, DMCs, and DMOs all play a different role in adding value to your events. In this session, you will determine why, how, and when to leverage each partner to bring your stakeholder’s vision come to life for your next event. Leave armed with new ideas to bolster your strategic partnerships, as they are key to your success.

Strengths Unveiled: Charting Your Career Path

Areas of Interest: Professional Growth & Personal Development
CMP-IS Domain E: Human Resources 

Presenter: Tracy Judge, MS, CMP, Founder & CEO, Soundings

Join us for an insightful session on career pathing, where we'll delve into the art of identifying your strengths and weaknesses to carve out a successful professional journey. Attendees for this session will receive a complimentary Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment to supplement your experience.

FICP Chat LIVE! Enhancing Your Events in a Meaningful Manner

Areas of Interest: Meeting Planning Trends & Solutions
CMP-IS Domain G: Meeting or Event Design 

Facilitated by: Christine Bermingham, CMP, Director, Member Engagement, Financial Services Institute and Diana Voto, Northeast National Sales, Disney Meetings & Events

From small value adds to a complete event redesign, everyone strives to find new and innovative ways to enrich their events. In this FICP Chat session, you will have the opportunity to engage with other meetings professionals and hospitality partners on unique ways to enhance your events. Discussion topics may include unique CSR activities, incorporating cultural elements, how to generate stakeholder buy-in, and more. At the conclusion of this session, each group will report their top takeaways to share ideas to incorporate into your next event.

Striking a Personal Balance: Striving for Greatness Without Sacrificing Collaboration or Self-Care

Areas of Interest: Professional Growth & Personal Development
CMP-IS Domain E: Human Resources

Presented by: Kelly Bishop, CMM, CMP, Certified Wellness Coach, Pick Positive LLC

From stacks of RFPs to traveling across the country for a site visit, our workload can feel more than ever. In this session, you’ll discover how practicing self-care can not only enhance your productivity but also promote overall well-being within the workplace.