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In the fast-paced world of business, corporate events stand out as pivotal moments that can shape a company’s future, foster invaluable networking opportunities, and bolster team morale. Whether it’s launching a groundbreaking product, celebrating annual achievements, or simply bringing teams closer together, the significance of these events cannot be overstated. However, the path to a successful corporate event is not without challenges, requiring planning, strategic budgeting, and an attention to detail.

We are reaching out to our community to invite passionate and knowledgeable individuals to join us as volunteer speakers. Based on the feedback we received from our recent event survey, we identified the top competencies within ATD’s three capability areas that our members are most interested in exploring: Impacting Organizational Capability: -Organization Development and Culture -Change Management Developing Professional Capability: -Instructional Design -Technology Application Building Personal Capability: -Collaboration and Leadership -Emotional Intelligence and Decision Making If you possess expertise in any of these areas and are enthusiastic about sharing your insights with our community, we invite you to submit your interest in becoming a speaker. To express your interest, please take a moment to complete the survey (link in comments). Your responses will help us better understand your areas of expertise and how they align with our event themes. Recognizing the importance of flexibility and inclusivity, learning events will be held virtually.  Networking events will continue to be held in person to provide an opportunity to connect, share insights, and build relationships in our community. We appreciate your commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering a culture of continuous learning within our community. Image Description: a woman holds a megaphone. The text reads, "Call for volunteer speakers!"

🌟 Reflecting on Ottawa Meet Week: Uniting as an Industry 🌟 As I sit down to recap my experience at the Ottawa Meet Week, I can't help but feel invigorated by the power of collaboration and unity within our industry. Over the past few days, I had the privilege of engaging with fellow sales managers, industry leaders, and visionaries from across the globe. The energy was palpable, the ideas were flowing, and the sense of camaraderie was truly inspiring. One of the key takeaways from this event is the undeniable importance of coming together as an industry. In a world where competition can often overshadow cooperation, events like Ottawa Meet Week serve as a powerful reminder of the strength we possess when we unite towards a common goal. Here are a few reasons why I believe coming together as an industry is crucial: Knowledge Sharing: Ottawa Meet Week provided a platform for professionals to share insights, experiences, and best practices. Whether it was discussing emerging trends, innovative strategies, or challenges we've faced, the exchange of knowledge was invaluable. By learning from each other, we can collectively elevate the standard of our industry and drive meaningful progress. Networking Opportunities: Networking is not just about exchanging business cards; it's about building genuine connections and fostering collaborations. During the event, I had the opportunity to meet individuals from diverse backgrounds and disciplines. These connections have the potential to lead to new partnerships, collaborations, and opportunities that can benefit all parties involved. Advocacy and Influence: When we come together as an industry, we amplify our collective voice and increase our influence. Whether it's advocating for policy changes, addressing industry challenges, or promoting ethical standards, our unified voice holds more weight than individual efforts. Ottawa Meet Week provided a platform to discuss pressing issues facing our industry and strategize on how we can drive positive change. Inspiration and Motivation: Being surrounded by like-minded professionals who are passionate about their work is incredibly motivating. Ottawa Meet Week was filled with inspiring keynote speeches, panel discussions, and workshops that left me feeling energized and reinvigorated. It's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day challenges of our roles, but events like this remind us of the bigger picture and the impact we can collectively make. Ottawa Meet Week reinforced the importance of coming together as an industry. By embracing collaboration, sharing knowledge, nurturing relationships, and amplifying our collective voice, we can drive innovation, foster growth, and create a brighter future for our industry as a whole. I'm grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of this event, and I look forward to continuing the conversation and collaboration in the days and months ahead. #OttawaMeetWeek #IndustryUnity #Collaboration #SalesManagement

Such a great night last night Black Country Chamber of Commerce met the team and insights to how they are doing fabulous work to help businesses. I can certainly say that the benefits as a member has made a difference to my practice ⭐️ #blackcountry #sme #accountants #accountant #bookkeeping #business #businessadvice

Great day of networking! VETS2INDUSTRY The insights shared at today's meeting were invaluable. It's inspiring to be surrounded by such knowledgeable professionals. Looking forward to applying these new perspectives to my work. #networking #professionaldevelopment #industryinsights

I’m on my way to the #GallupatWork Summit. It’s an annual opportunity to connect with colleagues who also work with #CliftonStrengths and to learn about the impactful research and consulting the #Gallup organization does around the world. It’s also a great opportunity for me to connect with colleagues. Working virtually, as many of us do, this is a rare chance to meet people “in 3D” that we usually only see on zoom. Joining local, national, and international associations is a strong strategy to grow your career opportunities and learn about what others in your industry are doing. Most career fields have them. As a career coach, I’ve seen incredible things happen for people through these kinds of organizations so it’s a strategy I suggest to many people who want to grow professionally. (Do a web search for “association” or “conference” or “summit” plus your career field and you might be amazed what’s out there!) In fact, it was attending this conference in 2018 that first inspired me to start my business when I was still full time in higher education because it was the first time I saw what else was possible. How are you connecting with your colleagues through national and international associations? Will I see you in Omaha this week? https://lnkd.in/gJTebKQ9

“YOUR NETWORK IS YOUR NET WORTH.” – PORTER GALE Yesterday I had the pleasure to be invited by Emi Muminovic & Julia Freytag as a speaker for some of our "Accelerators" (our Top Talents SIXT) and we talked about Visibility & Networking. I prepared Tips and had examples with me: * Prepare Your Elevator Pitch * Be Authentic * Use Online Platforms * Attend Events and Conferences * Follow Up * Offer Value *Join Professional Organizations * Develop Soft Skills * Be Patient and Persistent * Leverage Your Existing Network * Personalize Your Approach --> "Setting clear Goals" we discussed Marius Schöll and agreed that also Networking without a clear goal is super valuable. As you are also part of my networking. I want to start sharing more about my business and private life again. #talents #visibility #sharingiscaring #lovemyjob #peopleandculture

MI𝗖E. Conferences. Its main objective is to share knowledge and promote innovation in a given industry. To achieve this, various activities can be organized, among them: 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹𝘀: to address relevant topics and provide valuable information to participants. Interactive discussions, Q&A, and opportunities for audience participation. 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. with hands-on workshops given by leading professionals in specific areas of interest. They can cover a variety of topics, from market trends to practical skills related to the business sector. 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Invite motivational speakers and thought leaders to deliver presentations that stimulate creativity, innovation and leadership among attendees. These presentations can focus on personal and professional development, teamwork and overcoming challenges. 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: themed lunches, round tables, networking events and team building activities. These activities foster collaboration, the exchange of ideas and the establishment of business contacts. 𝗘𝘅𝗵𝗶𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝘀: where participants can showcase products and services, network with potential customers and learn about the latest innovations in the industry. These events provide an invaluable platform for business promotion and collaboration opportunities. 𝘗𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘥, 𝘈𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘙𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘥 🇬🇧 🇮🇪 🇺🇸 🇫🇷 🇲🇨 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 www.brook.green Instagram: @brook.green.dmc . by ATS Group . #ATSGroup #BrookGreen #dmc #touroperator #tourism #destinationManagement #MeetingsAndEvents #MICEIndustry #IncentiveTravel #ConferenceLife #EventProfs #BusinessEvents #CorporateTravel #MeetingsIndustry #EventPlanning #MICEWorld #EventTech #MeetingsAreGreat #ConferencePlanner #MICECommunity #IncentiveTrip #EventManagement #EventMarketing #ConferencesAndMeetings #MICETravel #BusinessTravel

Working with the next generation of creative, innovative, and enthusiastic professionals is so important to us. Whether it's in our home state, coast to coast or all around the globe - we automatically align with individuals who share our values. It doesn't matter what language(s) someone speaks or where they are from, innovation and great ideas are infectious and our paths always cross whether intentionally or by happenstance. Our collective enthusiasm speaks for itself; it's a language in and of itself. #eventprofessionals #eventmarketing #meetingsandevents #elevateyourbrand #letsdosomethingawesometogether

Team Building Tip: Consider having employees attend industry conferences. They can be a great opportunity for learning, connection, and networking! Follow us for more tips and visit https://lnkd.in/ecqjMbQ! #strategicmanagementlogistics #sml #virtualassistance #supportservices #virtualassistant #businesstip #teambuilding