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The Conference Collective Podcast Series 4

Welcome to the ‘The Conference Collective’ Podcast, celebrating the best in innovation and leadership from those who are creating a positive change in the business events industry. A podcast brought to you by the Professional Conference Organisers Association Inc. and hosted by Libbie Ray from Connected Event Group. This podcast provides listeners with behind the scenes access to some of the key innovators in our industry as they share their honest and raw insights. It highlights how collaboration, innovation and resilience are at the core of the events industry and the reasons we have managed to survive through the most challenging time our industry has faced. Get ready to learn more about the brave new world of the business events industry.

This season of ‘The Conference Collective’ Podcast was primarily recorded live at the PCOA24 conference, in Connected Event Group’s portable recording studio. We will be back recording new episodes at PCOA25, so please reach out to The PCOA if you are interested in starring as a guest for next season!

Episode 1

AI, Improv, and the Future of Event Technology with Adam Spencer

Adam Spencer explores the exciting role AI will play in the future of events, from overcoming language barriers to personalising marketing efforts. He discusses how improvisation skills, along with preparation and AI collaboration, can make a world of difference for MCs and event professionals. Adam also looks at how AI is reshaping industries, including health and sustainability, and how event professionals can prepare for the tech-driven future.

About Adam Spencer:

For the last 12 months, Adam has taught literally thousands of people what Chat GPT is and how this tech revolution may change everything. He has hosted award-winning breakfast radio shows in Australia’s toughest markets and live current affairs TV. He has won improvised theatre competitions and once interviewed John Travolta in front of 75,000 people. Whether it’s a technically demanding event with dozens of moving parts, or flying by the seat of your pants, Adam PRIDES himself on THE high level of energy, engagement and entertainment that he provides whenever on stage, set or screen.

Adam’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-spencer-b3aa163/
Website: https://www.adamspencer.com.au/
AI information pack: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/v4l3a9

Connected Event Group

Thank you to our webinar and podcast partner for 2024 – Connected Event Group