Design networking with intention rather than leaving it to chance. Explore low-pressure, inclusive approaches grounded in the science of human connection and discover how existing event touchpoints can spark meaningful interactions.

Learning outcomes:

Understand the conditions that enable meaningful human connection

Shift from managing networking to designing connection experiences

Identify opportunities to build connection into event touchpoints

This session is approved for the following certifications.

* ICCA Skills Domain CICS/CICE: 0.5

* CMP/CEU Approved: Event Design, 0.50 credits

Explore new research into what motivates different generations and how those insights apply to incentive travel. Join an interactive conversation with the researchers behind the data and gain practical ideas for designing rewards that resonate with today's audiences.

Learning outcomes:

Understand key findings from the SITE/Maritz motivation study

Identify generational trends influencing incentive travel and rewards

Interpret research findings and apply them to future programs

This session is approved for the following certifications.

* ICCA Skills Domain CICS/CICE: 0.75

* CMP/CEU Approved: Talent Management, 0.75 credits

Design networking with intention rather than leaving it to chance. Explore low-pressure, inclusive approaches grounded in the science of human connection and discover how existing event touchpoints can spark meaningful interactions.

Learning outcomes:

Understand the conditions that enable meaningful human connection

Shift from managing networking to designing connection experiences

Identify opportunities to build connection into event touchpoints

* CMP/CEU Approved: Event Design, 0.5 credits

Meeting professionals are under constant pressure to do more with less, stretch budgets, prove value and deliver experiences attendees won't forget. Yet new industry research reveals a disconnect: while nearly half of planners say attendee-to-attendee connection is the most important driver of event success, very few intentionally design for it. At the same time, most events still rely on only basic personalization, leaving opportunities to create deeper engagement untapped.

Join a panel discussion for a behind-the-scenes look at the most effective strategies incorporating personalization and connection that delivered greater value while keeping the budget in mind.

Learning outcomes:

Turn attendee research into design decisions that improve engagement

Maximize production and destination investments by designing spaces and experiences for multiple purposes

Partner with suppliers earlier to uncover ideas that increase attendee value and event ROI

This session is approved for the following certifications.

* ICCA Skills Domain CICS/CICE: 0.5

* CSEP Approved

Explore new research into what motivates different generations and how those insights apply to incentive travel. Join an interactive conversation with the researchers behind the data and gain practical ideas for designing rewards that resonate with today's audiences.

Learning outcomes:

Understand key findings from the SITE/Maritz motivation study

Identify generational trends influencing incentive travel and rewards

Interpret research findings and apply them to future programs

* CMP/CEU Approved: Event Design, 0.75 credits