Ready & Resilient: Thriving in a World of Disruption

Nolan Nichols

When uncertainty is on the horizon, it’s easy to brace for impact. But what if we could see uncertainty as a chance to strengthen our resilience and thrive rather than merely survive? This session explores practical ways to build daily rhythms that help us face stress head-on and consistently bring the best version of ourselves to work and life.

Key Takeaways

• Uncover proven tools and perspectives that sustain long-term motivation.
• Discover the power of slowing down to truly speed up.
• Learn perspective-shifting techniques to enhance resilience.
• Unlock strategies to build stronger connections inside and outside of work.

Pressure to Presence: The Event Pro’s Guide to Influence and Impact

Dr. Jess Garza

Tight timelines, demanding clients, and flawless execution—the event world is full of pressure. This hands-on session blends the science of persuasion with emotional intelligence so you can shift from reactive to intentional, turn chaos into calm, and lead events with confidence and impact.

Key Takeaways

• Use persuasion principles to boost engagement and shape attendee decisions.
• Turn pressure into presence with practical emotional-intelligence strategies.
• Master the soft skills that drive hard results—from client dynamics to team influence.

What’s Up With Wellness? Trends, Truths & What Planners Need to Know

David T Stevens

Wellness is no longer a “nice-to-have”—it’s reshaping everything from F&B to venue selection. This research-informed session separates fact from fad, spotlighting the modalities that matter and where planners should focus their time and budget moving forward.

Learner Outcomes

• Explore wellness offerings that impact attendee behavior and program design.
• Distinguish evidence-based strategies from popular but ineffective trends.
• Gain actionable ideas to integrate wellness while supporting attendee and organizational goals.