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SISO Leadership Conference 2024

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Navigating the Next 12-18 Months: How Macro Trends Will Shape the Immediate Future of Your Event

Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Room 113ABC - PCC

Join Ken Holsinger and Kimberly Hardcastle as they explore the powerful influence of macro trends on the events industry. Covering everything from evolving societal norms and consumer behaviors to the shifting economic landscape to political uncertainty, this session will provide valuable insights into how trends will impact attendee expectations, engagement strategies, exhibitor dynamics and more. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies to adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing event landscape and keep your event relevant in the short- and long-term.

Speakers
Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes, President and Chief Marketing Strategist - mdg
Ken Holsinger, SVP— Strategy - Freeman

Testimonials

  • “Without a doubt the most valuable three days of the year for networking, learning, and meeting colleagues.”
    Tony Calanca, Executive Vice President, UBM
  • “Two of the best acquisitions Access Intelligence had executed came directly from contacts and discussions held at the SISO CEO Summit. Beyond that important networking for transactions, I learn best practices from the best in the industry. The ROI for membership is immeasurable.”
    Don Pazour, CEO, Access Intelligence
  • “The impact of SISO is so much bigger than its size. It feels more like a global council of important tribes than a traditional trade association.”
    David Adler, CEO & Founder, Bizbash Media
  • “Our industry thrives on the personal relationships that face-to-face builds, and the CEO Summit is the ultimate place to build YOUR network!”
    Tom Mitchell, President, Messe Dusseldorf North America
  • “As busy, independent, for-profit organizer, SISO keeps our company connected to all the key players working in this industry and allows great relationships and ongoing learning of best practices from the best in the business. All invaluable assets to help move our business forward."
    Howard Hauben, CEO, H2 Events
  • “The SISO membership represents the entire for-profit tradeshow community and the annual SISO conferences are must-attend events for their educational and networking value.”
    Joel A. Davis, Founder & CEO, JD Events
  • “SISO connects strategic minds through invaluable networking opportunities and face-to-face executive conferences focused on excellence and inspiration.”
    Dana Teague, Vice President, Informa Global Exhibitions
  • “Participating in SISO puts you on the leading edge of the events world.”
    Charles McCurdy, CEO, Informa Global Exhibitions

 

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