THE EVENT PLANNER EXPO 2024 AGENDA

The Event Planner Expo 2024 is being held on October 15-17, 2024 in New York City.

Enjoy  3 FULL DAYS of networking and forming strategic partnerships.

Register or Reserve your booth today!

Look Forward to Seeing You at The Event Planner Expo 2024!
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DAY 1 - Tuesday, October 15th

EVENT: Opening Party

Step into the brilliant atmosphere at Lavan 641 and prepare for high-energy networking and fun! We’re kicking off The Expo in style! This is your opportunity to connect with top event professionals, colleagues, and Fortune 500 companies.

WHERE: Lavan Midtown, Midtown 641 W 42nd St.
WHEN: Tuesday, October 15th, 6:00pm - 9:oopm
DETAILS: Complimentary Cocktails & Gourmet Appetizers Desserts & Live Entertainment

DAY 2 - Wednesday, October 16th

EVENT: Educational Speaker Series

Learn strategies from Celebrity Keynote Speakers that will increase your business. Top business, marketing, and sales experts and panelists take the stage to share insights and business-boosting advice you won’t hear anywhere else!

WHERE: 92NY, 1395 Lexington Ave.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 16th, 9am - 6pm
DETAILS: Panel Discussions and Keynote Speakers

Panel Discussions

Marketing Panel: Innovative Marketing Tactics to Supercharge Your Brand

  • Sabrina Shore: Founder (Influence Digital Solutions)
  • Nic Faitos: Senior Partner (Starbright Floral Design)
  • Yvonne Mcnair: Chief Experience Officer (Captivate Productions)
  • John Williams: President (American Guest)
  • Valerie Smaldone: Co-Founder, Executive Producer (Just Do GOOD Entertainment)

Strategic Partnerships: Mastering Strategic Partnerships: Building a Future of Collaboration

  • Gary Pagano: Former VP of Events and Brand Experience – (Paramount)
  • Cheryl Gentry: Founder & CEO (Glow Global Events)
  • Kelle Coleman: Head of Marketing & Growth (Verb)
  • Josh Nachman: Executive Vice President (Zagwear)
  • Duncan Abdelnour: Founder (CrowdSync & CrowdPass)

Innovate, Engage, Inspire: The New Age of Corporate Events

  • Brandon Havrilla: CEO (Redmax Events)
  • Rachel Serton: Group Director, Marketing (GroupM)
  • Leah Lehman: Head of Partnerships & Events (Athletech News)
  • Bianca Francois: Vice President, Events Management (JP Morgan)
  • Jared Siegel: Founder (Good Sense & Company)

Sales: Master Sales Tactics to Skyrocket Your Revenue Growth

  • Josh Dlabal: Director of Sales (Hard Rock Hotel New York)
  • Stella Rankin: Founder (Narrata)
  • Patti Golden: Director of Sales (Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Events)
  • Marc Jason: New Business Development & Founder (Total Entertainment)

Next-Level Events: The Key to Elevating Experiences

  • Brett Galley: CEO + Director of Special Events (Hollywood Pop)
  • Hank Stampfl: CEO and Founder (Revel Rouge)
  • Amy Shey Jacobs: Founder & Creative Director (Chandelier Events)
  • Julie Lamb: Founder (NFT VIP)
  • Geo Casas: Owner/ Event Designer & Producer (Geo Events Design Agency)

Keynote Speakers

  • Tim Grover – #1 Peak Performance Coach & Best Selling Author
  • David Stark – Founder & Chief Creative Office
  • Sharon Gai – Keynote Speaker & Author, Culture Fluid LLC

DAY 3 - Thursday, October 17th

EVENT: Exhibitor Floor

Explore the trade show floor with the best venues & services.  This is where you’ll discover new ideas.  Form strategic relationships, and generate leads for your business! Arm your business with all the connections you need to wow your clients!

WHERE: Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th St.
WHEN: Thursday, October 17th, 2pm - 8pm
DETAILS: 150 Booths, Fireside Chats & VIP Hospitality Lounge

EVENT: NEBULA After Party

 

Join the excitement and close out the expo at NEBULA, where the high-energy networking and celebrating continues. And get ready – Celebrity Guest performance you won’t want to miss!

WHERE: NEBULA, 135 West 41 St.
WHEN: Thursday, October 17th, 8:30pm - 11:30pm
DETAILS: Complimentary Cocktails, Appetizers, Desserts, Live Entertainment & DJ

Note: Please see your Ticket Type for Event Access