🎤 Current Sessions Will Presents

2024 Event Trends

Just like that, we blinked and it’s time to talk about the next year’s event trends. You might be asking yourself, what will be shaking up the industry this year?  How will the industry evolve? We have some predictions! This year we stepped it up and surveyed hundreds of #EventProfs to weigh in on the hottest trends for the year. We could list out hundreds of trends but at that point is it even a trend? We don’t think so. Instead, we’re bringing you a curated list of the top event trends for the year. Buckle up it’s going to be an exciting ride!

Will Curran of Bizzabo has been named one of the most influential people in the events industry by every major industry publication and in addition, has written the trends of the most popular events guide for the last 7 years. In addition to speaking, and publishing on event trends, tips, and tricks, Will actively produces events around the world every day for his award-winning, event company spread around the entire globe.

Learning Objectives:

• Think strategically when it comes to creating your events
• Walk away with trends to implement into your events right away
• Learn to think about how to apply existing trends in the world to events

How To Leverage Real-Time Data-Driven Insights for Unforgettable Event Experiences

Data is the largest trend of the year for events. Step into the future of events with Will Curran of Bizzabo as he unveils the potential of data captured through wearables. Learn how these insights can craft personalized and memorable event journeys for attendees, and increase attendee engagement at the same time.

Learning Objectives:

• Discover the power of data in enhancing attendee experiences.
• Understand how wearables facilitate real-time feedback and personalization.
• Dive into actionable strategies for leveraging data insights in event planning.

Gamification's Dirty Little Secrets: Why Your Event Games are Failing (and How to Fix Them)

Gamification has become a buzzword in events, but why do so many attempts to engage attendees fall flat? Join us for an honest, eye-opening session as we uncover the pitfalls of common gamification practices that, far from engaging attendees, often end up creating frustration or indifference. We’ll explore why traditional point systems, app-based gamification, and outdated tracking methods fail to deliver value, and we’ll reveal how leading-edge technology can transform your event from dull to dynamic. Discover how intuitive, purpose-driven interactions lead to authentic engagement and measurable ROI without compromising on attendee experience. If you’re ready to learn what’s wrong with most gamification—and how a smarter approach can change the game—this session is for you.

Warning: This isn’t your standard session on event gamification. Prepare to be challenged, surprised, and inspired.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize why traditional gamification fails to engage attendees.
• Discover how purpose-driven gamification boosts interaction and ROI.
• Learn to use advanced tech for seamless engagement and valuable data capture.

🕰️ Past Sessions Will Has Present

Building Communities That Foster Thriving, Year-Long Engagement

Engagement isn’t a means to an end at your event or experience, rather, it’s a year-round mission that’s key to retaining, growing, and strengthening your communities. But first, you must build these active and collaborative groups to foster communities that advance your engagement strategy. Learn how from events industry superstar, Will Curran, Head of Klik at Bizzabo.

Learning Objectives:

• Discover year-round engagement frameworks and strategies that involve your community long before and after a single event or experience.
• Understand the keys to fostering and strengthening communities that are thriving with brand loyalists.
• Develop strategies and outcomes that enable you to tie community outreach and engagement to event and bottom-line business goals.

Don't Get Replaced By A Robot - How To Use AI Tools To Work Smarter, Not Harder In Your Job

Are you ready to learn how to use AI tools to boost your productivity and creativity? Join us for a hands-on workshop where you will get to explore ChatGPT,  and many more! This workshop is led by Will Curran, a renowned speaker, and expert on the future of events. Will is the founder of Endless Events, the creator of the #EventProfs Community, host of several event industry podcasts and now Head of Klik at Bizzabo. He will share his tips and tricks on how to leverage AI tools for your success.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn about what tools are out there to make your job more efficient and productive
• See the tools in action and how they can be used every day in your work
• Find where to keep up with future tools as they start to develop