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We are biased against truly creative event design

Conferences that Work

Truly creative event design questions, for example, whether we need to have a keynote speaker , relegate significant participant discussions to breaks and socials, or supply entertainment during meals. Can we overcome bias against truly creative event design? We can do better than novelty at our meetings.

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Lessons for #eventprofs from an improv and mindfulness workshop — Part 1

Conferences that Work

In this two-part article I’ll share a little of my experience and takeaways, followed by their relevance to event design ( red ). Although most people think of improv as a form of entertainment, I am fascinated by my experiences of improv as a tool for better living. Face The Fear—Then Change Your Conference Design!

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Best in Show 2016

PCMA Convene

Nominated by Cori Dossett, CEM, CMP, Conferences Designed “I have worked with Brittany several times in the past year. Asim Thomas , Assistant General Manager, ARAMARK Sports and Entertainment, Washington, D.C. Joe Wolfe , Director of Operations, Epique Entertainment & Production, Scottsdale, Arizona.

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