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Tired of events that all feel the same? Meeting planners can use their creativity to turn ordinary events into something unforgettable—and it all starts with bold ideas! Creativity expert Kyle Scheele, known as "the patron saint of crazy ideas," says event planners are the hidden creative minds who constantly reinvent experiences. Kyle is an author and leadership expert known for his unusual projects—like hosting the world’s first fake marathon and a Viking funeral for regrets. His work proves that creativity in event planning means: • Using bold ideas to attract new audiences and keep regular attendees coming back • Taking inspiration and blending ideas from unexpected places to improve every guest’s experience • Removing obstacles and adding fun, surprise, and simplicity to each stage of an event • Understanding that great events come from creative choices—not just big budgets Event planners may not always be seen as "creative," but they must constantly innovate. Whether borrowing ideas from a small gathering or a Taylor Swift concert, planners can mix and adapt concepts to create memorable experiences without needing huge budgets. 🎤 Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VO31sM2b-Uo&list=PLXTlGHk63lLhUq_lEU1bnM3LbQgMfwD-u ✨ Hire creativity keynote speaker Kyle Scheele for your next event: https://thekeynotecurators.com/speaker/book-keynote-speaker-kyle-scheele/ 📅 Let's create together! Choose your time: https://calendly.com/thekeynotecurators/60-minute-meeting-the-keynote-curators 📫 Drop a note here: info@thekeynotecurators.com 00:00 The Power of Bold Ideas in Events 00:29 Event Planners: The Unsung Creatives 01:06 Balancing Core Audience & Expansion 01:40 Borrowing Ideas from Diverse Experiences 03:07 Crafting Engaging Audience Experiences 04:21 Unconventional Creativity & Simplicity 07:55 Infusing Continuous Delight #creativity #eventplanning #innovation #leadership #inspirational #motivational #professionaldevelopment #communication #entrepreneur #personaldevelopment "Event planners are a perfect example of creativity [...] constantly reinventing what an event feels like. How do we retain core audiences while expanding to the next generation? That’s a creative act." — Kyle Scheele "Creativity isn’t about hiring jugglers—it’s solving friction points. Infuse surprise and delight into every step, not just tacking entertainment at the end." — Kyle Scheele "Great events aren’t defined by budgets. Sometimes simplicity and attention to detail create more joy than a quarter-million-dollar celebrity speaker." — Kyle Scheele --- Bringing people together to exchange ideas and hear from thought leaders who educate and inspire is what you do best. Curating the world's most impactful speakers for events is where we shine. For two decades, The Keynote Curators has worked with event and conference planners to guarantee they hit a home run when it comes to the main stage. As your trusted partner, we listen carefully to event objectives and go to work quickly, accessing the industry's largest network of speakers so that you have the most compelling speakers to choose from. We provide insight, offer advice throughout the decision-making process, and take care of every detail once the right speaker is selected, ensuring your event is unique, memorable, and goes off without a hitch. Find out for yourself why planners choose The Keynote Curators to deliver results and make planning a breeze. Contact our office today. VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://thekeynotecurators.com/ CONNECT WITH US: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2883493/ Our breadth of expertise expands into and beyond the following sectors and topics: SAMPLING of SECTORS SERVED: Finance, Healthcare, Technology, Education, Energy, Agriculture, Business, Manufacturing, Human Resources, and more. TOPIC SAMPLING: Disruption, Innovation, Social Media, Artificial Intelligence, Change Management, Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, Overcoming Obstacles, Economic Forecasts, Future Trends, Inspiration/Motivations, Customer Experience, Mindfulness, Women in Business, International Affairs, ESG, Corporate Culture, Peak Performance, Empowerment, Environmental Policy, Social Justice and many more.
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How Creativity Fuels Memorable Event Experiences

Seth Dechtman - Keynote Speaker Expert March 19, 2025 7:00 pm

Are you ready to use empathy and build real connections with your event audience? Studies show that speaking from a place of compassion can boost audience engagement by over 40%. When you care about people, they stick around longer and resonate with your message! Keynote speaker Jill Schlesinger, a trusted financial analyst at CBS News and host of the “Jill on Money” podcast, believes empathy is the key to clear communication. She makes hard money topics easy to understand and builds trust by really listening to her audience. Her approach helps people navigate their own financial journeys by: • Using empathetic communication to build trust 🤝 • Listening carefully to others and responding sincerely 🌟 • Turning complicated ideas into simple, relatable insights ☺️ • Encouraging honest conversations that resonate with people both in their professional and personal lives 💫 By understanding her audience deeply, she turns tough financial topics into stories that are easy to follow and remember. Stay tuned for the full interview so you can learn more about her insights! 🎧 Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqXA09TWCaM&list=PLXTlGHk63lLhUq_lEU1bnM3LbQgMfwD-u 💵 Partner with empathy and audience expert Jill Schlesinger for transformative insights: https://thekeynotecurators.com/speaker/jill-schlesinger/ 🗓️ Let’s connect! Schedule a meeting: https://calendly.com/thekeynotecurators/60-minute-meeting-the-keynote-curators ✉️ Contact: info@thekeynotecurators.com 00:00 Connection Over Ego: Empathy in Action 00:38 Enhancing Communication: Connecting with the End User 01:01 The Doctor Analogy: A Clinical Approach to Engagement 02:28 Embracing Humanity & Authenticity in Media 03:25 Ensuring Guest Connection & Audience Dynamics 04:09 Anecdote: Aerospace Engineers & Breaking Stereotypes 05:07 Revealing Authentic Identity & Audience Perception #empathy #audience #communication #business #leadership #inspiration #professionaldevelopment #diversity #worldaffairs #media "Locking in on one listener’s question makes me better at my CBS job—it forces me to communicate in ways people actually absorb." — Jill Schlesinger "I told aerospace engineers about my nephew’s death in Iraq. Silence followed. Why? Because I shattered their assumptions about ‘Upper West Side lesbian Jew Jill.’" — Jill Schlesinger "Good speakers connect in ways that surprise audiences. Bad ones? They’re like doctors who flaunt IQ but lack empathy." — Jill Schlesinger --- Bringing people together to exchange ideas and hear from thought leaders who educate and inspire is what you do best. Curating the world's most impactful speakers for events is where we shine. For two decades, The Keynote Curators has worked with event and conference planners to guarantee they hit a home run when it comes to the main stage. As your trusted partner, we listen carefully to event objectives and go to work quickly, accessing the industry's largest network of speakers so that you have the most compelling speakers to choose from. We provide insight, offer advice throughout the decision-making process, and take care of every detail once the right speaker is selected, ensuring your event is unique, memorable, and goes off without a hitch. Find out for yourself why planners choose The Keynote Curators to deliver results and make planning a breeze. Contact our office today. VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://thekeynotecurators.com/ CONNECT WITH US: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2883493/ Our breadth of expertise expands into and beyond the following sectors and topics: SAMPLING of SECTORS SERVED: Finance, Healthcare, Technology, Education, Energy, Agriculture, Business, Manufacturing, Human Resources, and more. TOPIC SAMPLING: Disruption, Innovation, Social Media, Artificial Intelligence, Change Management, Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, Overcoming Obstacles, Economic Forecasts, Future Trends, Inspiration/Motivations, Customer Experience, Mindfulness, Women in Business, International Affairs, ESG, Corporate Culture, Peak Performance, Empowerment, Environmental Policy, Social Justice and many more.
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Empathy In Action: Why People Respond When You Care About Them

Seth Dechtman - Keynote Speaker Expert March 18, 2025 7:00 pm

Are you having trouble connecting with your loved ones—coworkers, relatives, or even your kids? We all have a lens through which we see the world—our own experiences, our age, and our perspective of how the world works. Sometimes, this makes us miss the bigger picture and the chance to really understand someone else's life and what they’re going through. Former NFL player Merril Hoge learned a key lesson when he became a parent: he was seeing his children through his own experiences rather than theirs. Merril Hoge—a former NFL running back, long-time ESPN analyst, and motivational speaker—has overcome challenges like cancer and excelled in sports and business. His "Find a Way" philosophy has transformed his approach to parenting, leadership, and coaching. He realized that judging others by his own life experience wasn’t fair. Instead, he learned to see people based on what they’ve experienced. This simple change helped him build better relationships, become a stronger leader, and succeed in business. But what happens when we apply that same lens to parenting, coaching, or leadership? What if there was a way to step into someone else’s shoes, see through their eyes, and lead with patience and perspective? That’s exactly what Merril Hoge discovered, too: when communicating with someone, take a step back and see the world through their perspective. If a five-year-old is acting out, don’t respond as a 50-year-old—see it through the eyes of a five-year-old. If every leader, parent, and mentor adopted this approach, our relationships would be stronger and our guidance more effective. This isn’t only about parenting—it applies to business, sports, and mentorship alike. With this mindset, we can create a bridge for true growth and understanding by meeting people where they are. 🎤 Full interview link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yT-YUNOOSsA&list=PLXTlGHk63lLhUq_lEU1bnM3LbQgMfwD-u 🏈 Hire parenting & leadership keynote speaker Merril Hoge for your next event: https://thekeynotecurators.com/speaker/book-merril-hoge/ 🗓️ Let’s connect! Schedule a meeting with me: https://calendly.com/thekeynotecurators/60-minute-meeting-the-keynote-curators ✉️ Contact me today: info@thekeynotecurators.com 00:00 Parenting Tool to Leadership Strategy 00:52 Patience & Perspective in Coaching/Business 01:35 Building Bridges Through Communication 03:17 Real-World Application: Audience Engagement 04:35 Merril’s Speaking Journey & Client Impact #Parenting #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #Motivation #Mindset #BusinessSuccess #MerrilHoge "I judge my kids in the yardsticks of their years and not mine [...] It gives me patience and perspective." — Merril Hoge "Communication is about a bridge [...] I learned more by listening than I learned by talking." — Merril Hoge "I created a bridge with my kids [...] it just helped things so much." — Merril Hoge --- Bringing people together to exchange ideas and hear from thought leaders who educate and inspire is what you do best. Curating the world's most impactful speakers for events is where we shine. For two decades, The Keynote Curators has worked with event and conference planners to guarantee they hit a home run when it comes to the main stage. As your trusted partner, we listen carefully to event objectives and go to work quickly, accessing the industry's largest network of speakers so that you have the most compelling speakers to choose from. We provide insight, offer advice throughout the decision-making process, and take care of every detail once the right speaker is selected, ensuring your event is unique, memorable, and goes off without a hitch. Find out for yourself why planners choose The Keynote Curators to deliver results and make planning a breeze. Contact our office today. VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://thekeynotecurators.com/ CONNECT WITH US: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2883493/ Our breadth of expertise expands into and beyond the following sectors and topics: SAMPLING of SECTORS SERVED: Finance, Healthcare, Technology, Education, Energy, Agriculture, Business, Manufacturing, Human Resources, and more. TOPIC SAMPLING: Disruption, Innovation, Social Media, Artificial Intelligence, Change Management, Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, Overcoming Obstacles, Economic Forecasts, Future Trends, Inspiration/Motivations, Customer Experience, Mindfulness, Women in Business, International Affairs, ESG, Corporate Culture, Peak Performance, Empowerment, Environmental Policy, Social Justice and many more.
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The Parenting Lesson that Will Teach You to Become a Better Leader

Seth Dechtman - Keynote Speaker Expert March 17, 2025 7:00 pm

What makes a leader truly exceptional beyond completing daily tasks? In a world where results matter, Leadership keynote speaker Amy Eliza Wong reminds us that effective leadership is less about task completion and more about cultivating the inner qualities that shape our everyday interactions. Amy Eliza Wong is an award-winning executive communication coach and transformational change expert. She empowers professionals to lead their companies with inspiration by encouraging them to: • Cultivate inner awareness to enhance communication. 🗣️ • Invest in understanding the neuroscience behind trust and influence. 🧠 • Transform routine interactions into impactful leadership moments. 🤝 By enhancing self-awareness and communication, leaders transform routine exchanges into trust-building moments that drive exceptional performance. 🎥 Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56StY5Pp1UI&list=PLXTlGHk63lLhUq_lEU1bnM3LbQgMfwD-u 🌟 Hire leader keynote speaker Amy Eliza Wong for your next event: https://thekeynotecurators.com/speaker/book-amy-eliza-wong/ 🗓️ Let’s connect! Schedule a meeting: https://calendly.com/thekeynotecurators/60-minute-meeting-the-keynote-curators 📧 Reach out at: info@thekeynotecurators.com 00:00 Breaking the Mold of Traditional Leadership 00:36 From Transactional to Transformational 01:53 Transforming Interactions into Influence “Your ability to do is limited by the quality of your inner relationship.” – Amy Eliza Wong “Effective leadership begins with being exceptional in communication.” – Amy Eliza Wong “True leaders are those who inspire trust through self-awareness.” – Amy Eliza Wong #Leader #Leadership #TransformationalLeadership #Communication #SelfAwareness #ProfessionalDevelopment #EmployeeEngagement #Empowerment --- Bringing people together to exchange ideas and hear from thought leaders who educate and inspire is what you do best. Curating the world's most impactful speakers for events is where we shine. For two decades, The Keynote Curators has worked with event and conference planners to guarantee they hit a home run when it comes to the main stage. As your trusted partner, we listen carefully to event objectives and go to work quickly, accessing the industry's largest network of speakers so that you have the most compelling speakers to choose from. We provide insight, offer advice throughout the decision-making process, and take care of every detail once the right speaker is selected, ensuring your event is unique, memorable, and goes off without a hitch. Find out for yourself why planners choose The Keynote Curators to deliver results and make planning a breeze. Contact our office today. VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://thekeynotecurators.com/ CONNECT WITH US: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2883493/ Our breadth of expertise expands into and beyond the following sectors and topics: SAMPLING of SECTORS SERVED: Finance, Healthcare, Technology, Education, Energy, Agriculture, Business, Manufacturing, Human Resources, and more. TOPIC SAMPLING: Disruption, Innovation, Social Media, Artificial Intelligence, Change Management, Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, Overcoming Obstacles, Economic Forecasts, Future Trends, Inspiration/Motivations, Customer Experience, Mindfulness, Women in Business, International Affairs, ESG, Corporate Culture, Peak Performance, Empowerment, Environmental Policy, Social Justice and many more.
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Become a True Leader: Stop Just Doing, Start INSPIRING!

Seth Dechtman - Keynote Speaker Expert March 14, 2025 1:00 pm

AI is changing the event industry—but is it helping or making things harder for event planners? The goal of AI is not to replace people; those tools are designed to simplify work and boost creativity. For example: have you ever struggled with writing session descriptions, emails, or marketing copy? AI tools can help with that! Michelle Allgauer, Senior VP of Education & Engagement at the Financial Services Institute and Chair of MPI’s International Board, has been using AI in event planning. She explains in our conversation how it improves the industry while keeping events personal and unique. From automating tasks to coming up with ideas, AI is a game-changer that helps event professionals save time—if they use it the right way! 🎧 Full interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=coWU646dW7A&list=PLXTlGHk63lLjQL1h-JXgo9UOur5kF_wSx 📅 Let's arrange a meeting! Pick your time: https://calendly.com/thekeynotecurators/60-minute-meeting-the-keynote-curators 📬 Drop me an email: info@thekeynotecurators.com 00:00 AI in event planning: game-changer or challenge? 00:36 Michelle’s early AI adoption in events 01:35 AI tools event planners can use now 02:25 How AI is improving efficiency for event pros 03:07 The role of AI in creating attendee experiences 04:13 AI isn’t replacing event planners—here’s why #EventPlanning #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #EventManagement #MeetingPlanners "Embrace [AI] even if uncomfortable. [...] Learn how to ask the right prompts. [...] It’s a great resource to percolate ideas you hadn’t considered—then reframe them your way." — Michelle Allgauer "Think of AI as your assistant. Use it for emails, marketing copy, session descriptions—but you refine the output to match your event’s voice." — Michelle Allgauer "AI isn’t replacing jobs—it’s turbocharging creativity. Let it handle logistics so you focus on human connections and unique attendee experiences." — Seth Dechtman --- Bringing people together to exchange ideas and hear from thought leaders who educate and inspire is what you do best. Curating the world's most impactful speakers for events is where we shine. For two decades, The Keynote Curators has worked with event and conference planners to guarantee they hit a home run when it comes to the main stage. As your trusted partner, we listen carefully to event objectives and go to work quickly, accessing the industry's largest network of speakers so that you have the most compelling speakers to choose from. We provide insight, offer advice throughout the decision-making process, and take care of every detail once the right speaker is selected, ensuring your event is unique, memorable, and goes off without a hitch. Find out for yourself why planners choose The Keynote Curators to deliver results and make planning a breeze. Contact our office today. VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://thekeynotecurators.com/ CONNECT WITH US: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2883493/ Our breadth of expertise expands into and beyond the following sectors and topics: SAMPLING of SECTORS SERVED: Finance, Healthcare, Technology, Education, Energy, Agriculture, Business, Manufacturing, Human Resources, and more. TOPIC SAMPLING: Disruption, Innovation, Social Media, Artificial Intelligence, Change Management, Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, Overcoming Obstacles, Economic Forecasts, Future Trends, Inspiration/Motivations, Customer Experience, Mindfulness, Women in Business, International Affairs, ESG, Corporate Culture, Peak Performance, Empowerment, Environmental Policy, Social Justice and many more.
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How AI is Changing the Event Planning Industry

Seth Dechtman - Keynote Speaker Expert March 12, 2025 7:00 pm

Imagine improvisers as the first conversational designers—melding human tone with cutting-edge AI. Intrigued? Improv performance keynote speaker group Freestyte+ explains that while artificial intelligence is revolutionizing efficiency, it still lacks the human touch—especially prosody. freestyle+ demonstrates that improvisers, as first-generation conversational designers, harness tone, rhythm, and spontaneous connection to create an unmatched creative synergy. Their ability to sync beats and generate oxytocin through live play is something AI is only beginning to mimic. Meet freestyle+, a Tony Award-winning Broadway group led by Anthony Veneziale and Vivek Venugopal. They mix hip-hop, improv, music, and vocal stylings to energize employee engagement, boost creativity, and transform corporate culture. Whether you're looking to enhance teamwork or spark creative leadership, freestyle+ brings a high-energy performance that truly inspires. • Leverage AI to handle routine tasks, freeing you to focus on creative improvisation. 🤖 • Embrace the art of prosody—using tone and rhythm to create authentic connections. 🎶 • Sync with others through live beats, triggering oxytocin and building trust. 🔗 🎥 Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KU7TxeHdoXw&list=PLXTlGHk63lLhUq_lEU1bnM3LbQgMfwD-u 🚀 Hire keynote speaker improv group freestyle+ for your next event: https://thekeynotecurators.com/speaker/freestyle-love-supreme/ 🗓️ Let’s connect! Schedule a meeting: https://calendly.com/thekeynotecurators/60-minute-meeting-the-keynote-curators 📨 Contact me at: info@thekeynotecurators.com 00:00 AI & Freestyle Plus: Unlocking Dormant Creativity 00:33 Conversational Design & the Role of Prosody 02:36 The Beat: Foundation of Freestyle & Syncopation 04:18 Freestyling with Random Words 05:58 The Role of Oxytocin in Human Connection #artificialintelligence #improv #creativity #humanconnection #innovation #futureofwork #techtrends #performanceart #digitaltransformation #leadership “Improvisers are the first generation of conversational designers.” – Anthony Veneziale “Prosody is the ability to convey tone—something AI is still learning.” – Anthony Veneziale “Our ability to syncopate through beats creates a network of trust and connection.” – Vivek Venugopal YouTube Thumbnail Phrase "AI Meets Improv: Unleash Creativity!" YouTube Tags (approx. 500 characters) artificial intelligence, AI, improv, conversational design, prosody, freestyle+, creativity, human connection, innovation, performance art, high-energy, Broadway, entertainment, live theater, dynamic communication, group dynamics, team building, digital transformation, event trends, inspirational, motivational, leadership, futurist, tech innovation, creative collaboration, intelligent automation, innovation strategies, tech trends --- Bringing people together to exchange ideas and hear from thought leaders who educate and inspire is what you do best. Curating the world's most impactful speakers for events is where we shine. For two decades, The Keynote Curators has worked with event and conference planners to guarantee they hit a home run when it comes to the main stage. As your trusted partner, we listen carefully to event objectives and go to work quickly, accessing the industry's largest network of speakers so that you have the most compelling speakers to choose from. We provide insight, offer advice throughout the decision-making process, and take care of every detail once the right speaker is selected, ensuring your event is unique, memorable, and goes off without a hitch. Find out for yourself why planners choose The Keynote Curators to deliver results and make planning a breeze. Contact our office today. VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://thekeynotecurators.com/ CONNECT WITH US: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2883493/ Our breadth of expertise expands into and beyond the following sectors and topics: SAMPLING of SECTORS SERVED: Finance, Healthcare, Technology, Education, Energy, Agriculture, Business, Manufacturing, Human Resources, and more. TOPIC SAMPLING: Disruption, Innovation, Social Media, Artificial Intelligence, Change Management, Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, Overcoming Obstacles, Economic Forecasts, Future Trends, Inspiration/Motivations, Customer Experience, Mindfulness, Women in Business, International Affairs, ESG, Corporate Culture, Peak Performance, Empowerment, Environmental Policy, Social Justice and many more.
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Forget AI Taking Over—Human Creativity Is Still King!

Seth Dechtman - Keynote Speaker Expert March 11, 2025 7:00 pm

Feeling weighed down by stress at work? Imagine being in a company where humor and laughter are not only acceptable, but encouraged—a workplace culture that helps people connect, spark creativity, and work together to achieve their goals. Keynote speaker Greg Schwem @gregschwem shows that humor isn’t just fun outside of work—it’s a smart business tool. Known as “the king of corporate comedy” and a celebrated motivational corporate comedian, Greg brings his clean, customized comedy style to boost mood, improve communication, and make meetings more engaging. Here’s why this is a smart business strategy: • Humor makes you feel good and helps you talk more easily. 🎭 • Funny moments break down barriers and build team spirit. 😄 • Laughter lifts moods and helps people connect with each other. 💫 • An experienced comedian tailors their content to match your company’s values and support your message. 🎤 In corporate settings—especially after long periods of remote work—bringing humor back into face-to-face meetings can reenergize teams and create stronger business relationships, fostering teams that can feel more energized and connected with each other. 🎧 Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vl9Qi0R94wI&list=PLXTlGHk63lLhUq_lEU1bnM3LbQgMfwD-u 😁Hire humor, business keynote speaker Greg Schwem for your next event: https://thekeynotecurators.com/speaker/book-greg-schwem/ 🗓️ Let’s connect! Schedule a meeting: https://calendly.com/thekeynotecurators/60-minute-meeting-the-keynote-curators ✉️ Contact: info@thekeynotecurators.com 00:00 The Power of Humor in Business 00:30 Humor Breeds Communication & Connection 00:47 Enhancing In-Person Meetings with Laughter #humor #business #corporateculture #eventplanning #leadership #inspiration #motivation "Humor isn’t just endorphins—it’s the glue that rebuilds face-to-face communication after COVID rewired how we meet." — Greg Schwem "Five years post-pandemic, some companies are still planning their first in-person conference. Humor isn’t frivolous—it’s the tool to reset morale." — Greg Schwem "CEOs want employees in a ‘good mood’ at conferences. Laughter isn’t a bonus—it’s the baseline for collaboration." — Greg Schwem --- Bringing people together to exchange ideas and hear from thought leaders who educate and inspire is what you do best. Curating the world's most impactful speakers for events is where we shine. For two decades, The Keynote Curators has worked with event and conference planners to guarantee they hit a home run when it comes to the main stage. As your trusted partner, we listen carefully to event objectives and go to work quickly, accessing the industry's largest network of speakers so that you have the most compelling speakers to choose from. We provide insight, offer advice throughout the decision-making process, and take care of every detail once the right speaker is selected, ensuring your event is unique, memorable, and goes off without a hitch. Find out for yourself why planners choose The Keynote Curators to deliver results and make planning a breeze. Contact our office today. VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://thekeynotecurators.com/ CONNECT WITH US: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2883493/ Our breadth of expertise expands into and beyond the following sectors and topics: SAMPLING of SECTORS SERVED: Finance, Healthcare, Technology, Education, Energy, Agriculture, Business, Manufacturing, Human Resources, and more. TOPIC SAMPLING: Disruption, Innovation, Social Media, Artificial Intelligence, Change Management, Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, Overcoming Obstacles, Economic Forecasts, Future Trends, Inspiration/Motivations, Customer Experience, Mindfulness, Women in Business, International Affairs, ESG, Corporate Culture, Peak Performance, Empowerment, Environmental Policy, Social Justice and many more.
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How to Use Humor and Laughter as Business Strategies

Seth Dechtman - Keynote Speaker Expert March 10, 2025 1:07 pm

Tired of conferences that feel disorganized, and all over the place? That's where customer experience skills come in. Imagine getting off the bus to an event and feeling right at home, with every detail—from check-in to your hotel room—perfectly planned and taken care of for you. Customer service keynote speaker Dennis Snow shares that good event design is more than just handling logistics. It’s about creating a smooth, seamless experience from start to finish. Every small detail counts—from arranging buses and making custom name tags to having a friendly check-in desk and welcoming hotel rooms. It’s all about focusing on the small actions that make a big impact, with all these details working together to make the event memorable. Dennis is a top expert and former leader at the Walt Disney Institute. With many years of experience, he now consults and speaks around the world, helping organizations to create amazing events by: • Deciding how you want each guest to feel every step of the way—like welcome, excited, or trusting. 🍀 • Planning every action, from a smiling bus driver to a warm greeting at check-in, to create those feelings for the attendees. 🎟️ • Making sure all parts of the event, from audiovisual to hotel details, work together perfectly into one cohesive experience. 🏆 • Turning event planning into a smooth journey that wows your guests and makes them remember it forever. 🏅 The real magic is in planning an event so that every guest feels everything is perfectly in place, creating a smooth, connected experience. Ready to take your events to the next level? Now it’s your time—start planning every touchpoint at your events so your guests feel truly valued! 📺 Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g09WV73f6MM&list=PLXTlGHk63lLhUq_lEU1bnM3LbQgMfwD-u 🎯 Hire customer experience, events keynote speaker Dennis Snow for your next event: https://thekeynotecurators.com/speaker/dennis-snow/ 📆 Excited to chat? Set up your meeting: https://calendly.com/thekeynotecurators/60-minute-meeting-the-keynote-curators 📬 Get in touch: info@thekeynotecurators.com 00:00 Customer Experience: The Big Picture 00:34 Touchpoints: Shaping Participant Emotions 00:59 Seamless Service: A Unified Experience 02:38 Consulting for Delight & Precision 03:29 Swift Resolution: Minimizing Disruptions #customerexperience #events #leadership #innovation #business #professionaldevelopment "What do we want the participant to feel at each of these touchpoints? [...] Drill it down to the behaviors [...] so the customer feels welcome, assured, and valued." — Dennis Snow "Great meetings feel seamless—like one idea we’re creating. Disconnects happen when it’s a patchwork of entities with no unified vision." — Dennis Snow "Handle disruptions invisibly. Quick, precise fixes keep the show moving. Attendees shouldn’t feel the chaos behind the curtain." — Seth Dechtman --- Bringing people together to exchange ideas and hear from thought leaders who educate and inspire is what you do best. Curating the world's most impactful speakers for events is where we shine. For two decades, The Keynote Curators has worked with event and conference planners to guarantee they hit a home run when it comes to the main stage. As your trusted partner, we listen carefully to event objectives and go to work quickly, accessing the industry's largest network of speakers so that you have the most compelling speakers to choose from. We provide insight, offer advice throughout the decision-making process, and take care of every detail once the right speaker is selected, ensuring your event is unique, memorable, and goes off without a hitch. Find out for yourself why planners choose The Keynote Curators to deliver results and make planning a breeze. Contact our office today. VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://thekeynotecurators.com/ CONNECT WITH US: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2883493/ Our breadth of expertise expands into and beyond the following sectors and topics: SAMPLING of SECTORS SERVED: Finance, Healthcare, Technology, Education, Energy, Agriculture, Business, Manufacturing, Human Resources, and more. TOPIC SAMPLING: Disruption, Innovation, Social Media, Artificial Intelligence, Change Management, Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, Overcoming Obstacles, Economic Forecasts, Future Trends, Inspiration/Motivations, Customer Experience, Mindfulness, Women in Business, International Affairs, ESG, Corporate Culture, Peak Performance, Empowerment, Environmental Policy, Social Justice and many more.
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Why Is Customer Experience a Crucial Skill for Event Planners?

Seth Dechtman - Keynote Speaker Expert March 7, 2025 2:00 pm

Having trouble understanding unstable markets? Even when the economy is unpredictable, chances are that we do better with our money when we learn to change our strategies. Are you ready for a financial reset to reshape your future? To walk us through it, I’ve spoken with keynote speaker Jill Schlesinger CFP®, the Emmy and Gracie Award-winning business analyst for CBS News and host of the “Jill on Money” podcast @jillonmoney . In her book, The Great Money Reset, she explains how financial changes led her to switch strategies with her podcast a couple of years ago. This switch helped her share quick, useful tips like: • Seeing changes in the economy as chances to improve your plans 📅 • Changing your money strategies fast to match new market conditions 📈 • Following simple rules to make smart decisions ✨ • Turning uncertainty into strength by taking action 🚀 Her bold move improved her show and helped her listeners make better financial choices during tough times. These insights can definitely help you get your economic affairs in order right away! 🎥 Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqXA09TWCaM&list=PLXTlGHk63lLhUq_lEU1bnM3LbQgMfwD-u 🤝 Partner with money and economic keynote speaker Jill Schlesinger for transformative insights: https://thekeynotecurators.com/speaker/jill-schlesinger/ 🗓️ Let’s connect! Schedule a meeting: https://calendly.com/thekeynotecurators/60-minute-meeting-the-keynote-curators ✉️ Contact: info@thekeynotecurators.com 00:00 The Great Money Reset & Navigating Uncertainty 00:50 Impact of COVID: Sponsorship Loss & Change 01:12 Pivoting to a Daily Crisis Podcast 02:46 Connecting with Real Stories & Audience Engagement 04:13 Mentorship & Guiding Financial Decisions 05:07 Overcoming Money Shame & Embracing Vulnerability 06:46 Personal Insights & Empathetic Money Conversations #money #economic #finance #business #leadership #inspiration #motivation #professionaldevelopment #worldaffairs "People wanted permission to do something different with their lives during COVID—we gave them guardrails to make considered decisions without blowing up their finances." — Jill Schlesinger "Shifting from high-profile interviews to real people’s stories quintupled our audience. Authenticity beats polish in times of crisis." — Jill Schlesinger "Money isn’t just numbers—it’s shame, fear, and hope. My role? The nonjudgmental ‘cool aunt’ helping people move forward." — Jill Schlesinger --- Bringing people together to exchange ideas and hear from thought leaders who educate and inspire is what you do best. Curating the world's most impactful speakers for events is where we shine. For two decades, The Keynote Curators has worked with event and conference planners to guarantee they hit a home run when it comes to the main stage. As your trusted partner, we listen carefully to event objectives and go to work quickly, accessing the industry's largest network of speakers so that you have the most compelling speakers to choose from. We provide insight, offer advice throughout the decision-making process, and take care of every detail once the right speaker is selected, ensuring your event is unique, memorable, and goes off without a hitch. Find out for yourself why planners choose The Keynote Curators to deliver results and make planning a breeze. Contact our office today. VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://thekeynotecurators.com/ CONNECT WITH US: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2883493/ Our breadth of expertise expands into and beyond the following sectors and topics: SAMPLING of SECTORS SERVED: Finance, Healthcare, Technology, Education, Energy, Agriculture, Business, Manufacturing, Human Resources, and more. TOPIC SAMPLING: Disruption, Innovation, Social Media, Artificial Intelligence, Change Management, Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, Overcoming Obstacles, Economic Forecasts, Future Trends, Inspiration/Motivations, Customer Experience, Mindfulness, Women in Business, International Affairs, ESG, Corporate Culture, Peak Performance, Empowerment, Environmental Policy, Social Justice and many more.
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