The Keynote Curators Podcast

Want to stay ahead in the event industry? The good news is, 2025 brings game-changing trends that will elevate your conference experience. You’ve got to think beyond the standard keynote—attendees crave new experiences, and the events that integrate the trends we discuss in this podcast episode will be the ones that truly stand out. Listen to the episode and explore how you can leverage each one of these insights to create unforgettable experiences! 🚀 🤝 Visit our website today: thekeynotecurators.com 🗓️ Ready to innovate your event? Book a call: calendly.com/thekeynotecurators/60-minute-meeting-the-keynote-curators✉️ Let’s connect: info@thekeynotecurators.com #EventTrends #KeynoteSpeakers #EventProfs #2025 #EventPlanning #StayAhead #MeetingPlanners #EventPlanners

What if the disruption provoked by AI technologies wasn’t the end—but the beginning of your biggest opportunities?🎙️ This week on The Keynote Curators Podcast, we’re joined by Jonathan Brill, the world's leading transformation architect, according to Harvard Business Review. Jonathan is the author of Rogue Waves and a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies, helping them navigate disruption, harness innovation, and generate billions in growth. From AI and the metaverse to creating strategies for industry shifts, Jonathan shares how to future-proof your events, spark creativity, and turn chaos into opportunity. 🎧 If you’re an event professional looking to stay ahead of the curve—or simply curious about what the future holds—this episode is packed with insights you can’t afford to miss. Listen now! 🎤✨ Hire AI keynote speaker Jonathan Brill for your next event here📅 Let’s start something great! Schedule a time here📧 Email me for more details: info@thekeynotecurators.com #KeynoteSpeakers #Disruption #AISpeakers #BusinessFuturist #GrowthStrategy #EventProfs #Transformation

In today's podcast, we're chatting about how you can become a better leader with executive communication coach and award-winning author Amy Eliza Wong. Discover how to unlock your leadership potential with insights from her work such as: 🌱 The power of starting transformation at the "roots."🗣️ Crafting messages that resonate with any audience.🤝 Building trust quickly in high-pressure environments.💡 Using empathy to lead teams and connect with attendees. “If we want better communication, higher trust in the company, and teams to be cohesive and innovating more... It starts by adjusting our primary perceptual lens (the relationship we have with ourselves).” — Amy Eliza Wong 👉 Tune in to gain tools for meaningful mindset shifts and authentic connections that drive change from her experience working with companies like Salesforce and Berkshire Hathaway. Listen now and elevate your leadership journey today! 🎤✨ Hire growth and transformational leadership keynote speaker Amy Eliza Wong for your next event 📅 Let’s start something great! Schedule a time here 📧 Email me for more details: info@thekeynotecurators.com

Today we’re diving into the future of work, marketing, and event planning, exploring how AI can elevate every aspect of your events. ✨ 🚀 Forget the notion that AI is “pixie dust.” Keynote speaker Greg Verdino, a digital transformation expert with over 30 years of experience, explains how AI is a game-changer for those with the right skills and knowledge, giving you a competitive edge in the industry. 🎯 What you’ll discover in our conversation: • How to use AI for more engaging and seamless event planning. • Striking the perfect balance between automation and human touch. • Practical tips for embracing AI to advance your career. • How AI can help you make smarter, data-driven decisions. Top brands like Coca-Cola, IBM, and UPS have relied on Greg to help them innovate and thrive during times of exponential change. Now, as the founder of CognitivePath, he’s leading the charge in guiding companies through the AI revolution.🎧 Tune in now and take your events—and your career—to the next level. 💻 ⁠Hire digital expert keynote speaker Greg Verdino for your next event here⁠ 📅 Let’s start something great! Schedule a time here📧 Email me for details: info@thekeynotecurators.com #EventProfs #AI #DigitalTransformation #KeynoteSpeakers #FutureOfWork

Do you know what the secret to creativity is? Believe it or not, it's about embracing your constraints and freeing up your imagination! On this episode of The Keynote Curators Podcast, I sit down with keynote speaker Kyle Scheele, the “patron saint of crazy ideas,” to uncover the secrets to creating unforgettable events—and a more meaningful life. Kyle’s unique approach to kindness, innovation, and creativity is a game-changer (check out the story behind his Viking Funeral here). From smashing myths about creativity to finding inspiration in limitations, this episode is packed with actionable and rich insights that will help you: 💡 Transform bold ideas into memorable attendee experiences 🎇 Spark innovation by “thinking INSIDE the box” ✨ Turn constraints into catalysts that spark creativity 🎯 Become a leader who inspires people to think like innovators 🎧 Tune in to discover how Kyle’s manifesto for the beauty of crazy ideas can inspire YOU to rethink how you approach creativity, leadership, and kindness. 🤓 Hire creativity keynote speaker Kyle Scheele for your next event here✨ Want to brainstorm event ideas? Schedule a time here!📩 Contact us: info@thekeynotecurators.com #EventProfs #Creativity #InnovativeEvents #Kindness #KeynoteSpeakers #Innovation

In this podcast episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Emmy-nominated business analyst, award-winning radio host, financial guru, and business keynote speaker Jill Schlesinger. 🌟 Jill has enjoyed an incredible journey from an independent options trader to a trusted voice on CBS News and NPR. Along the way, she’s become an expert at breaking down complex financial topics into relatable, real-world strategies, such as: Key lessons for running events while keeping client relationships strong and finances on track Jill's take on what makes a successful moderated interview Insights from Jill’s latest book, The Great Money Reset, on adapting to economic challenges and making bold financial decisions How the events industry can champion diverse voices and foster more inclusive professional environments This is more than a conversation about numbers—it’s a deep dive into strategies for thriving, innovating, and standing out, whether you’re leading events, businesses, or teams. 🎧 Tune in now for Jill’s expert advice to challenge your thinking and spark new ideas! ​💫 Hire finance keynote speaker Jill Schlesinger for your next event here 📅 Want to discuss ideas? Let’s chat! Schedule a time today.📩 Email us: info@thekeynotecurators.com #EventPros #KeynoteSpeakers #FinancialInsights #LeadershipTips #DEI

🎙️ We’ve hit 100 podcast episodes! In this special episode, we’re reflecting on an incredible journey with some of the most inspiring keynote speakers and event industry experts. To celebrate, I’m sharing five big lessons I’ve learned that every event professional needs to hear. Hint: It’s about listening between the lines, thinking beyond the keynote, and transforming your events from good to unforgettable 🔥 From a simple idea to grow our business, The Keynote Curators Podcast has evolved into a hub for discovering inspiring keynote speakers and the impactful lessons they share. It’s become a go-to platform for #EventProfs seeking fresh perspectives on creating unforgettable experiences and invaluable insights on how to grow both personally and professionally. Each episode uncovers secrets from industry experts and keynote speakers who’ve mastered the art of audience engagement. If you’re ready to up your event game, hit play now. A heartfelt thank you to our loyal listeners who have been with us throughout this journey, and a warm welcome to those just tuning in. Here’s to the next 100 episodes—let’s keep curating powerful keynote messages together! 🎙️🙌 🎧 #Podcast #EventPros #Podcasting #KeynoteSpeakers #EventPlanning #Leadership

From AI transforming industries to navigating economic shifts, futurist keynote speaker Andrew Busch simplifies the complex and offers actionable strategies to help you future-proof your career or business. 📈 In this podcast episode, we chat with economic futurist and financial keynote speaker Andrew Busch, the former Chief Market Intelligence Officer at the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Andrew has briefed the White House and the Federal Reserve on market trends and is now sharing his expertise with you. 🎙️ Whether you’re an event professional or a business leader, this conversation is packed with trend insights you don’t want to miss. Tune in to learn how to thrive amidst disruption and gain a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving landscape. ✨ Hire futurist and financial keynote speaker Andrew Busch for your next event 📅 Want to learn more about Andrew's fees and availability? Let's chat! Book a time here 📩 Email me: info@thekeynotecurators.com #MarketTrends #FutureOfBusiness #AI #EventProfs #KeynoteSpeakers

Ever wondered what it takes to overcome life's toughest challenges and come out stronger, more purpose-driven, and ready to inspire others? Today on ⁠The Keynote Curators Podcast⁠, we're bringing you a truly exceptional guest—our first ⁠NFL player⁠ who quotes Aristotle and Walter Payton and masterfully ties it all together. ⁠Merril Hoge⁠, former NFL player, ESPN analyst, and ⁠inspirational keynote speaker⁠, is redefining ⁠resilience⁠, purpose, and ⁠leadership⁠. From a career-ending injury to conquering cancer, Merril's journey is a profound testament to perseverance, faith, and self-belief. His philosophy, ⁠"Find a Way"⁠, shows us how to tackle life's challenges and reinvent ourselves in meaningful ways. 🏈 Listen to this episode for insights on: ✨ Learn the importance of building a "team" in life and business: Discover how to surround yourself with a support network that fosters growth and resilience. ✨ Discover how to stay motivated during tough times: Merril shares strategies for ⁠maintaining motivation⁠ when faced with setbacks. ✨ Embrace a growth mindset to find a new purpose: Learn how adopting a ⁠growth mindset⁠ can help you redefine purpose and resilience. Whether you're in ⁠events⁠ or simply seeking inspiration, this episode is packed with life-changing takeaways. 🎧 ​🏈 ⁠Hire keynote speaker Merril Hoge for your next event here.⁠ 📅 Want to explore how Merril can inspire your audience to stay motivated during challenging times? Let's chat! 📩 Email me: ⁠info@thekeynotecurators.com⁠ #Purpose #Resilience #KeynoteSpeaker #InspirationalSpeaker #EventProfs

What three words do you want your customers to use when describing your ⁠customer experience⁠? 💫 Join my conversation with ⁠Dennis Snow⁠, former Disney Institute leader, business consultant, and ⁠leadership⁠ keynote speaker, as he reveals secrets to unforgettable experiences for your customers! With 20+ years at Walt Disney World, he's helped giants like Coca-Cola and ExxonMobil transform ⁠customer service⁠. Tune in for powerful insights on creating ⁠brand⁠ advocates and ⁠employee engagement⁠. 🎙In this episode, you'll learn: ⁠Key lessons⁠ Dennis Snow learned while working on the front lines at Disney 🏰 How to create lifelong ⁠brand advocates⁠ in today's fast-paced social media world 🌐 Insights on building "walk-through-fire" ⁠loyalty⁠ among your employees 🔥 Powerful strategies for ⁠wowing⁠ your customers every time 🚀 If you're an event professional seeking a ⁠keynote speaker⁠ who truly understands the importance of ⁠customer service⁠ and delivering world-class magical experiences that keep attendees returning, this podcast is a must-listen. 🎧 🎢 Hire leadership keynote speaker Dennis Snow for your next conference ⁠here⁠.📅 Schedule a call: ⁠https://calendly.com/thekeynotecurators/60-minute-meeting-the-keynote-curators⁠📧 Reach out to us: ⁠info@thekeynotecurators.com⁠ #CustomerExperience #KeynoteSpeaker #EventProfs #Leadership #CustomerService #EventPlanning #WorldClassService #WaltDisneyWorld