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 o...

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,...

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-...

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 in...

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, a...

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 st...

🎙️ 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 unf...

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 Commi...

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 ⁠ inspirationa...

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...

Ready to strike the right chord with your audience? Music is the fastest, most powerful (and legal!) tool to inspire collaboration, bonding, and engagement at your event. 🎶 🎧 Tune into the latest podcast to hear how SongDivision transforms events with music, creating unforgettable moments and fostering deep connections. Their innovative , interactive keynotes break the mold, building teams and d...

Imagine organizing an event where every attendee feels like they’re part of something larger than themselves—where innovation and creativity combine to create a truly unforgettable experience . What steps do you need to take to make magic happen? 🔮🪄 On this episode of our podcast, we're excited to have Courtney Mesmer , VP of Events at WorldatWork , to talk more about this. As a recognized indus...

✨💫 How are you showing up in the world? Are you presenting yourself with confidence or are you hindering your potential by hiding who you truly are? 🎧 In this episode of  The Keynote Curators Podcast , we sit down with Michelle Anne Johnson —executive coach, speaker, and consultant extraordinaire—to explore how our insecurities, limiting beliefs, and self-doubts inevitably show up, no matter ho...

"I had to lose my freedom to gain complete freedom." – Rashmi Airan 💫 We’re thrilled to bring you a powerful conversation on personal growth with keynote speaker and consultant  ⁠ Rashmi Airan ⁠ , who shares her incredible journey from top lawyer to federal prison, and how she rose up to turn her darkest moments into a story of transformation, integrity, and resilience. Rashmi emphasize...

Whether romance is involved or not, relationships are at the core of everything we do—at home, at work, and even with ourselves . 💘 Hear from relationship expert Dr. John Gray , renowned author of  Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus and Beyond Mars and Venus , as he dives into the scientific evidence behind the polarity between the sexes, rooted in the hormones we're born with. 🧬 🎧 In...

🏈🎙️As the 2024 NFL season kicks off today, tune into ⁠ The Keynote Curators Podcast ⁠ featuring Denver Broncos legend ⁠ Karl Mecklenburg ⁠ . Whether you're a die-hard football fan or an event professional aiming for peak performance, this episode is a must-listen. Karl shares his journey from an NFL linebacker to a motivational speaker, offering powerful insights on leadership, overcoming obs...

What leadership secrets allow performers to stay focused and to the highest of their abilities while motivating the people around them? In our latest episode of The Keynote Curators Podcast , we sit down with the unstoppable Emma Doyle , aka Coach EM, who shares her journey from a high-performance tennis coach to a powerhouse corporate coach. ​👉 Discover how Emma's champion mindset, energy co...

🎧🎙️Just dropped! In this podcast episode, I chat with Michelle Allgauer , Senior Vice President of Education & Engagement at the Financial Services Institute (FSI) and Chair of the International Board of Directors for Meeting Professionals International (MPI) . 🌟 With over 30 years in association management, Michelle shares invaluable insights for event professionals looking to elevate their...

​❗Get comfortable being uncomfortable! Humans have evolved over millions of years, but our inner brains have remained surprisingly static —while external stimuli have shifted from threats like lions to fears like presentations, we still react with primal feelings of fight or flight. 💫 🎤 Improv is the best tool for directing the part of your brain that controls fight-or-flight responses. It allo...

"Fighting is all about impact... but I would much rather have an impact on this world and people's lives than on one opponent." 🥊 From champion wrestler and MMA fighter to dedicated humanitarian, Justin Wren 's journey is nothing short of transformative. After overcoming personal battles, Justin found meaning through a radical decision to live with the Mbuti Pygmy people in the...

🤩✨ Exciting news! Our latest podcast episode features the extraordinary Shane Feldman , a visionary leader celebrated by the White House, the Canadian Prime Minister, and the UN. Shane's groundbreaking 'Leadership Passport' framework has transformed companies like Disney and Google. He's also the driving force behind COUNT ME IN, the world's largest millennial-led movement, m...

"I trust you." We've all heard this affirmation before. It's like being handed a compass and told to find our way in the dark. This blind trust can often leave us figuring things out or making important decisions on our own, without direction or a clear path to follow. 🤝 🎖️✨ Prepare for an empowering episode as we welcome nationally recognized keynote speaker Jason Harris to ou...

🌟 Excited to share our conversation with David Meerman Scott , a globally renowned strategist, entrepreneur, and author of 12 influential books, including the groundbreaking The New Rules of Marketing & PR . His book Fanocracy , co-authored with his daughter Reiko, delves into how businesses can cultivate a passionate following by embracing the power of social media and fandom. 💭 David's...

In this episode, Alison Levine , a seasoned extreme adventurer and acclaimed leadership speaker, delves into the themes of willpower, fear, resilience, personal growth, parenting, and mental health. 💫 🙋‍♀️ Drawing from her pioneering role leading the first American Women's Everest Expedition, she captivates listeners with compelling stories and invaluable advice. Alison explores how her rema...

🏅 Decorated Fighter Pilot and Hall of Fame Speaker Waldo Waldman shares a powerful insight: "It's not what keeps us up at night that's as important as what gets us out of bed." Today, we chat about authenticity, purpose, and leading with passion. 🎙️ Join us as we explore the pillars of trust, relationships, leadership, resilience, the pursuit of happiness, and the importance of...