Event Design Collective PODcasts

Meet 1 year later with Annette Gregg - CEO at SITE - Society for Incentive Travel Excellence, in conversation with Ruud Janssen on Design to Change. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annettegregg/ Recap Ruud and Annette discuss the recent incentive summit's impact, stressing collaboration between associations and destinations, fostering innovation, and learning from failures. They explore event evolution, customization, and plan a future design session, drawing inspiration from 1970s music. Next steps Annette focuses on implementing a culture of learning and innovation within SITE, aiming for relevant events. Ruud and Annette plan to meet in Frankfurt on May 14th and 15th to further discuss future events. Summary Incentive Summit Experience Ruud and Annette review a recent European summit's impact, emphasizing intentional learning and connection. They discuss the event's popularity and the role of destination teams. Collaboration and Failure Embrace They stress collaboration, authenticity, and embracing failure, citing successful events and plans for showcasing resilience in the Swiss Alps. Ruud hints at a surprise session and emphasizes learning from failure. Learning and Knowledge Sharing The importance of learning from past experiences, sharing knowledge, rapid prototyping, and creativity is highlighted, along with addressing liabilities and learning from other professions. Addressing Fear of Failure Annette and Ruud address the fear of failure internally, advocating for a safe experimentation environment and celebrating both successes and failures. Event Strategy and Evolution They discuss the industry's state, questioning event purpose, aligning senior teams, and SITE's 50th global conference strategy. Evolution of Events Annette emphasizes events' need to adapt and evolve, warning against complacency. They discuss events continually evolving to stay relevant. Edc Level 3 Program and Time Trends Ruud and Annette discuss the EDC level 3 program's balance between consistency and adaptation, considering current time trends. Customized Event Experiences They explore the future of event management, suggesting attendee agency and facilitator-driven, peer-to-peer learning approaches. Design Session Planning Plans for a large design session for a future conference and celebrating failures are discussed, with a focus on staying relevant for younger generations. Risk-Taking and Change Inspired by Bob Marley, they discuss risk-taking, fundamental changes, and the importance of adapting to stay relevant.

"How do you Design the End from the Beginning? " A year has passed since Key Kawamura ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/key-kawamura/ ) and Ruud Janssen spoke last in March 2023. Join this episode to hear more about what differentiates a PLACE from a SPACE and 2 concrete examples of how collaboration in the workplace is evolving and how new working methods are influenced by design. Key is the co-founder of Studio Banana, one of the pre-eminent Design Studios and shares his insights from recent project at the Insel Spital in Bern ( https://studiobanana.com/work/loops-installation/ ) , Switzerland and the 150 year old prolific watchmaker Audemars-Piguet's approach to collaboration and place making at their birthplace in the Vallée de Joux - Switzerland ( https://studiobanana.com/work/testing-ground-audemars-piguet-village/ ) . Recorded live in person over breakfast at the Event Design Collective home in Niederdorf, Switzerland with mid April snow fluries to top off this wonderful conversation. Learn more about the #DESIGNtoCHANGE book here: https://designtochange.online

Padraic Gilligan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/padraicgilligan/ ) in conversation with Ruud Janssen ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruudwjanssen/ ) #DESIGNtoCHANGE onsite at SITE Incentive Summit Europe in Andermatt Switzerland

Marc Matthews (https://www.linkedin.com/in/marchmatthews/) with Ruud Janssen #DESIGNtoCHANGE Onsite At SITE Incentive Summit Europe. The SITE Incentive Summit Europe recently wrapped up in Andermatt, Switzerland, where 60 professionals from the incentive travel industry came together to forge and strengthen cultural connections, while exploring innovative ideas for Alpine incentive events. Marking its fourth installment, the Summit has seen previous editions in locations such as Verbier and Geneva/Montreux in Switzerland, and Ljubljana/Bled in Slovenia. Championing a boutique approach and maintaining an intimate atmosphere, the Incentive Summit Europe prioritizes excellence and creativity in every aspect: from fostering meaningful relationships and educational opportunities, to deepening the understanding of the destinations and bringing fresh ideas to event planning and execution. The event was hosted at the exquisite Radisson Blu Hotel in Andermatt, which opened its doors in 2019. The three-day agenda was filled with vibrant networking events at the Chedi and Cotton Club, insightful plenary discussions about the future of incentive travel and the art of event design, alongside unique activities such as ice sculpting and llama trekking that took advantage of the breathtaking mountainous landscape. “Incentive Summit Europe is now an established fixture, along with Incentive Summit Americas, in SITE’s annual calendar of events. The ’boutique’ dimension of our Summit Series allows us to connect meaningfully with attendees and mediate quality learning and destination immersion experiences that highlight the unique role of incentive travel in bridging and building cultures. We’re extremely grateful to the Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau (SCIB) for their gracious partnership since the launch of Incentive Summit Europe in 2018.

Marije Breuker with Ruud Janssen #DESIGNtoCHANGE Onsite At SITE Incentive Summit Europe Andermatt. The SITE Incentive Summit Europe recently wrapped up in Andermatt, Switzerland, where 60 professionals from the incentive travel industry came together to forge and strengthen cultural connections, while exploring innovative ideas for Alpine incentive events. Marking its fourth installment, the Summit has seen previous editions in locations such as Verbier and Geneva/Montreux in Switzerland, and Ljubljana/Bled in Slovenia. Championing a boutique approach and maintaining an intimate atmosphere, the Incentive Summit Europe prioritizes excellence and creativity in every aspect: from fostering meaningful relationships and educational opportunities, to deepening the understanding of the destinations and bringing fresh ideas to event planning and execution. The event was hosted at the exquisite Radisson Blu Hotel in Andermatt, which opened its doors in 2019. The three-day agenda was filled with vibrant networking events at the Chedi and Cotton Club, insightful plenary discussions about the future of incentive travel and the art of event design, alongside unique activities such as ice sculpting and llama trekking that took advantage of the breathtaking mountainous landscape. “Incentive Summit Europe is now an established fixture, along with Incentive Summit Americas, in SITE’s annual calendar of events. The ’boutique’ dimension of our Summit Series allows us to connect meaningfully with attendees and mediate quality learning and destination immersion experiences that highlight the unique role of incentive travel in bridging and building cultures. We’re extremely grateful to the Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau (SCIB) for their gracious partnership since the launch of Incentive Summit Europe in 2018.

Kathryn Frankson - Global Director of Marketing - Money20/20 speaks with Ruud Janssen on this Year +1 episode of the #DESIGNtoCHANGE PODcast. www.linkedin.com/in/kathrynfrankson/ Kathryn leads marketing for Money 20/20, the global fintech event leader. With events trading in Europe (Amsterdam), USA (Las Vegas), a brand new show in Asia (Bangkok) and (live NOW) and 365 content, Money20/20 is the ecosystem for the global fintech community and the place fintech's love to do business. After 48 straight quarters selling exhibition space, custom event sponsorships and custom event design, Kathryn made the move to marketing focusing on demand gen, event and digital marketing efforts. With global scale and startup hustle, Kathryn is passionate about creating the next generation of leaders, advocating for diversity and inclusion within the event industry as an advisor to the Change the Stage initiative and consults on both event tech and marketing strategy spurring growth for brands. Kathryn is a servant leader and lifelong learner with a focus on combining best practices from sales and marketing to drive world-class event marketing and brand strategy. In this episode she has a conversation with Ruud Janssen.

Join IMEX CEO Carina Bauer and Ruud Janssen for a candid conversation three weeks after the conclusion of #IMEX America in Las Vegas, held from 16-19 October 2023. Carina reflects on the three most significant differences between the show in 2022 and the most recent one in 2023, the biggest of all time with 15.000 participants at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. As an event owner, she is a #DESIGNtoCHANGE changemaker who brings together the whole Events Industry and shares her insights and learnings from this edition. If you are interested in learning more about Carina Bauer, you can check out previous episodes with her on this podcast or connect with her on Linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carina-bauer17/ . To learn more about IMEX America you can visit https://imexamerica.com or the IMEX Group https://www.imexexhibitions.com/ To discover the insights from the #DESIGNtoCHANGE book visit https://designtochange.online

Live from buzzing and immersive IMEX 2023 in Las Vegas, USA, Ruud Janssen hosts a series of on-site podcasts with inspiring guests. IMEX America is the largest trade show in the US for the global meetings, events, and incentive travel industry. In this episode, we have
 Dale Hudson, now at IMEX Group but soon starting her own company named Enhance Events --> https://www.linkedin.com/in/dale-hudson-ced-sepc-19b2b45/

Live from buzzing and immersive IMEX 2023 in Las Vegas, USA, Ruud Janssen hosts a series of on-site podcasts with inspiring guests. IMEX America is the largest trade show in the US for the global meetings, events, and incentive travel industry. In this episode, we have
 Christoph Tessmar, Director at Barcelona Convention Bureau --> https://www.linkedin.com/in/christoph-tessmar/

Live from buzzing and immersive IMEX 2023 in Las Vegas, USA, Ruud Janssen hosts a series of on-site podcasts with inspiring guests. IMEX America is the largest trade show in the US for the global meetings, events, and incentive travel industry. In this episode, we have Camilla Hodge, Asst Professor Experience Design and Management Marriott School of Business BYU --> https://www.linkedin.com/in/camillajhodge