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Why Re-Thinking Event Design Matters More Than Ever

Posted October 9, 2025

After two decades in the event world, we’ve seen the same truth play out time and again: even the most inspiring meetings, conferences, and retreats can fade fast unless there’s a clear strategy that connects…

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How to Maximize Event ROI: The Key Questions to Ask Before Booking a Keynote Speaker

Posted August 30, 2025

Event ROI Starts Here: The One Question Every Event Planner Should Ask Before Booking a Speaker Whether you’re planning a national conference, a regional employee event, or a high-impact leadership summit, you’re probably juggling a…

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The Future of Events: Redesigning Engagement for Modern Audiences

Posted June 9, 2025

There’s a quiet revolution happening in the events industry—and it’s one we can’t ignore. What is the future of events? As I speak with clients, watch audiences engage, and reflect on the changes we’ve seen…

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8 AI Keynote & Workshop Speakers who will get you caught up!

Posted May 11, 2025

Let’s reframe the conversation: AI is for leaders, doers, and changemakers — like you. It’s about building confidence, not just competence — and making sure no one gets left behind in the shift that’s already…

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Adapting to Gen Z and Millennial
Event Attendees

Posted April 7, 2025

As Gen Z and younger Millennials become a growing presence at conferences and events, their preferences are reshaping the way we plan and deliver meaningful experiences. These audiences value interactivity over passivity, authenticity over polish,…

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Event Attendees

How to Maximize your RSP (Return on Speakers)

Posted March 14, 2025

If you are working on your 25/2026 budgets and thinking ahead to the strategic meetings and conferences that are on the planning table, you are likely thinking about all the ways you can stretch your meeting dollar. We see clients working hard to negotiate the best contracts with hotels, reviewing F&B budgets, scrutinizing AV orders (this category has skyrocketed since Covid), but not necessarily taking a look at speaker opportunities and how to maximize your RSP (Return on Speakers). This is an area that deserves some exploration!

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The Best Meeting Room Layouts for Maximum Impact

Posted February 7, 2025

We've spent a lot of time in conference rooms, and one of the most important things I’ve learned is that the layout of your meeting room can greatly affect the outcome. It is absolutely essential to keep in this mind when planning your next event. 

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Jet Lag or Jackpot: Navigating Speaker Travel Within Your Budget

Posted October 11, 2024

Traveling as a speaker can be both exciting and exhausting. Between dealing with jet lag and staying within your budget, it can feel like hitting the jackpot when everything falls into place. But we’re here…

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Crucial Conversations: The Speaker Pre-Event Call

Posted October 11, 2024

Your speaker is booked, confirmed, and your event date is fast approaching! Now is the perfect time to schedule the crucial speaker pre-event call with your management team. This call is essential to ensure that…

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Guest Speaker Gifts – What’s the Best way to Thank your Keynote?

Posted January 10, 2025

“What sort of gift can we give our speaker?” It’s a question we hear a lot. Here’s the truth: when you’re working with a paid professional speaker, guest speaker gifts aren’t necessary. In fact, sometimes…

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Event Networking for ALL–Including Introverts!

Posted December 12, 2024

Let me dust off my event soapbox for a moment because I need to talk about something that hits close to home–networking for introverts. Picture this: three days (and nights!) of being “on” at a…

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Centre Stage: Featured Speaker Natalie Doyle Oldfield

Posted November 3, 2024

Welcome to Centre Stage! LimeLight’s  interview series, where we connect you with our roster of thought leaders who are reshaping industries, inspiring change, and driving success across various fields. This month we feature speaker, Natalie…

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