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ALL education sessions at this year's conference are approved by The Events Industry Council to count toward your CMP certification. Keep your professional status up-to-date while enjoying and learning from this incredible lineup of speakers.

Pop Culture's Influence on the Industry

Kate Patay  (Vice President of Engagement, Terramar, A DMC Network Company)

Miro Diamanté, DMCP  (Director, Event Services, Accent Indy, a DMC Network Company)

Location: Floridian B

Date: Tuesday, February 25

Time: 8:30 am - 9:30 am

Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass

Track: Bridge (All pass holders)

Vault Recording: TBD

Get ready to dive into the world where pop culture meets the meetings and events industry! Join industry thought leaders Miro Diamante and Kate Patay as they reveal the secrets behind leveraging pop culture to skyrocket your sales, marketing, and design game. Discover how these trendsetters harness the power of cultural moments to captivate teams, sell visions, and build lasting client relationships.
In this session, you’ll learn how to infuse pop culture into your strategy, win over clients, and forge connections that don’t just meet expectations—they shatter them. Join us, stay ahead of the curve, and most importantly, stay FABULOUS!