DAREN MARTIN
Culture Architect | Growth Strategist | Change Leader
www.darenmartin.com

With a PhD in Psychology and experience founding several companies of his own, Daren Martin’s mission is to positively impact business with truths that empower progress.  Martin’s thousands of hours spent interacting with corporate leaders gives him an understanding of the challenges and opportunities leading to a successful bottom line. Facilitating growth by helping CEOs build innovation and efficiency while mastering change, his services have been sought after by such industry icons as Adobe, Lockheed Martin, Southwest Airlines and a host of organizations around the world.

Session Information:
REINVENTING CONNECTING: WHAT HAS CHANGED AND WHY IT MATTERS!
Sunday, January 23 | 10:00am–11:00am

MIDORI CONNOLLY
CEO
Pulse Staging & Events 
www.pulsestaging.com

Midori Connolly is CEO and Chief AVGirl at Pulse Staging and Events best known for producing the industry's first set of guidelines for sustainable Audiovisual Staging. An industry expert on the topic of green AV for live events, Midori’s numerous credentials include Platinum Speaker for MPI and Director on the Green Meetings Industry Council international Board of Directors. Garnering clients such as PCMA and BMW, Midori is devoted to making AV technology more human, approachable, and sustainable.

Session Information:
TOP TEN EVENT TECHNOLOGIES (AND HOW TO ACTUALLY USE THEM)
Sunday, January 23 | 11:15am–12:15pm

MARK LEY
Partner
ThinkCore Media
www.thinkcoremedia.com

Mark Ley is the Managing Director of ThinkCore Media, an innovative Digital Marketing Company that helps business owners create and engage communities of fans for increased revenue. He has designed successful programs for clients that range from luxury hotels to members of the music management industry. Ley’s approach focuses on the “How To” information that will help you implement strategies that have a direct and highly profitable impact on your business. 

Session Information:
SOCIAL MEDIA: USING CONTENT MARKETING TO GROW YOUR EVENT EXPOSURE
Sunday, January 23 | 1:15pm–2:15pm

JOE TERZI
President & CEO
San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau
www.sdcvb.org

Beginning in 1972 with the ITT Sheraton Corporation and continuing through to his retirement as senior vice president for Starwood Hotels & Resorts in 2009, Joe Terzi has helped set the standard for excellence and leadership in hotel management. His numerous accolades include twice managing Sheraton’s Hotel of the Year as well as induction into the ITT Ring of Quality—ITT Corporation’s highest honor for exceptional business performance. Currently president and CEO of the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau, Terzi continues to be a guiding force in the hospitality industry.

Session Information:
INDUSTRY KEYNOTE
Sunday, January 23 | 6:30pm–7:00pm  

SIMON T. BAILEY
Simon T. Bailey Companies
www.simontbailey.com

An insightful speaker, writer, and personal growth “dream weaver,” Simon T. Bailey inspires individuals to transform their lives from the inside out. Recently named Speaker of the Year by Meeting Professionals International and hired by global Fortune 500 companies, Simon has been educating corporate executives for years on how to effectively manage staff, encourage growth, and clear obstacles to brilliance. Author of  several best-selling books, Simon also founded The Brilliance Institute, Inc., a consulting firm dedicated to building the world’s most valuable resource - the potential of people.

Session Information:
MOTIVATIONAL KEYNOTE
Monday, January 24 | 8:00am–9:00am