President
IC - International Consultants
Stephanie Jayko is President of IC - International Consultants, an international association for independent event consultants and producers. Stephanie connects experienced professionals across regions and creates opportunities for members to share knowledge and refer work to one another.
Stephanie is also Founder of Knock Out Productions and KO Experiential Group. As an independent executive producer, she has delivered corporate live events of all sizes for global brands across a range of industries.
Stephanie has a background in theatrical production management from Ithaca College. She holds CSEP and CED certifications and is certified to teach international business etiquette. Her recognition includes the 2024 Smart Meetings Best of the Stage Smart Speaker Award and BizBash 40 Under 40.
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Build a supportive professional community that makes independent work more connected and sustainable. Stephanie shares practical insights from creating a business and peer network from the ground up. You’ll explore how to recognize professional isolation, find people who understand the realities of independent work and develop relationships that offer genuine support. Norbert joins the conversation to share an international perspective on building community across borders. Leave with realistic ways to strengthen your network and make connection part of your working life.
Learning outcomes:
Recognize early signs of professional isolation before they affect your well-being or business decisions
Identify practical ways to find and build a supportive peer community
Adopt two simple habits that strengthen connection throughout your independent career