Want me to speak at your event, podcast or webinar?
I have been in the event industry since 2007 and produced thousands of events, and I speak about what actually happened in them. Sessions run 30 to 60 minutes, in person or remote, and I will shape one to your audience rather than reading a deck at them.
1 Why book me
Technology and trends
I am an expert on technology, trends and best practices, and I keep up with them because I use them.
Thought leadership
I am a thought leader and influencer in the event and marketing industry.
Reach beyond the room
I reach 29,339+ followers on LinkedIn, so a session with me tends to travel beyond the room it was delivered in.
Adapts to any audience
I am a dynamic presenter who adapts to any audience and any format, in person or remote.
I stay afterwards
I like the people who show up, and I stay to talk to them.
Memorable, not just informative
I keep it entertaining, which is what makes a session memorable after the room clears.
Not a speaking slot?
If you want a paid consultation or are hiring for a role rather than a date, those have their own pages.
2 Sessions I present
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!
I have been named one of the most influential people in the events industry by every major industry publication, and I have written the trends section of the most popular events guide for the last seven years. Alongside speaking and publishing on event trends, tips and tricks, I produce events around the world.
- 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
Discover how cutting-edge AI tools can revolutionize your event planning and marketing workflows, enabling you to reclaim over 20 hours each week. Join me as I share practical insights and real-world applications of AI in streamlining tasks and boosting productivity.
With a track record of orchestrating events for global giants like Amazon, Google, Anheuser-Busch, Warner Brothers, Louis Vuitton, and Uber, I bring the practical side of this to the table. A dynamic approach and a deep understanding of AI’s role in event management make this session a must-attend for professionals eager to stay ahead in the industry.
- Pinpoint the most labor-intensive aspects of event management and marketing that can be optimized using AI solutions.
- Gain hands-on knowledge of specific AI tools and techniques to automate tasks such as content creation, attendee engagement, and data analysis.
- Learn strategies to integrate AI seamlessly into your workflows, resulting in significant time savings and improved efficiency.
Data is the largest trend of the year for events. Step into the future of events as I unveil 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
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.
- 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.
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! I will share my tips and tricks on how to leverage AI tools for your success.
- 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
3 Biography
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Will Curran is a technologist and operator who has spent his career making complicated technology feel plain. He currently leads go-to-market in the United States for Voxo, a conversational AI platform for events. Before that he ran growth and strategy for Klik Experiential, Bizzabo's wearable event technology. He is the founder of Endless Events, the creative force behind the #EventProfs Community, and the host of industry-renowned podcasts: #EventIcons, Event Brew, and Event Tech Podcast. Celebrated as one of the most influential figures in the meetings and events sector, Will's accolades include recognition as one of the 40 under 40 event industry leaders and 35 entrepreneurs under 35.
Will's journey into the world of events began in high school, where he produced in-person, virtual, and hybrid events. He founded Endless Events at 17 and spent sixteen years building it into a technology-first event management company before hiring his replacement as CEO in January 2023. Along the way he has collaborated with industry titans like Amazon, Google, Anheuser-Busch, Warner Brothers, Louis Vuitton, and Uber. With a rich blend of experience spanning event management, business development, and cutting-edge technology, Will is the go-to expert for elevating events and the businesses behind them.
Will Curran leads go-to-market in the US for Voxo, a conversational AI platform for events. He founded Endless Events at 17 and spent sixteen years building it before stepping down as CEO, ran growth for Bizzabo's Klik wearable technology, created the #EventProfs Community, and hosts #EventIcons, Event Brew, and Event Tech Podcast. He has been named one of the 40 under 40 event industry leaders and 35 entrepreneurs under 35.