In this episode of The Association Insights Podcast, we’re bringing you a special replay of one of our most engaging LinkedIn Live panels: The Future of Association Events. Originally hosted by OnWrd & UpWrd CEO Colleen Gallagher, this roundtable brings together an all-star lineup of association leaders, event strategists, and production experts to explore the biggest shifts shaping events in 2025 and beyond.

From immersive tech and content strategy to data-driven decision-making and reimagining hybrid, this candid conversation is packed with actionable ideas for making your next event smarter, more inclusive, and more impactful.

Panelists include:

• Lisa Astorga, CMP, DES, Director of Meetings, International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH)

• Sven Bossu, CEO, AIPC - The International Association of Convention Centres

• Phil Alongi, CEO, Alongi Media

• Kara Dickerson, Founder, Content with Impact, LLC

• Matt Weingarden, Executive Vice President, Communities & Journals, American Marketing Association

🎧 Listen in as these leaders share lessons learned, tech innovations, and what association pros must prioritize heading into 2025.

Key Highlights:

Return on Emotion (ROE) – Why personalization, emotion, and engagement matter just as much as ROI.

Hybrid Reimagined – How organizations are moving away from default hybrid and getting smarter about virtual engagement.

Data-Driven Strategy – The key to knowing what your audience really wants—and how to make content and community stick.

Innovative Event Tech – From AI-powered translations to podcast studios and immersive screen experiences, what’s working now.

Creative Revenue & Cost Savings – How partnerships, flexible venues, and sustainability strategies can drive impact without breaking the budget.

Lessons Learned – Favorite wins, big misses, and the future-forward thinking that today’s association planners can’t afford to ignore.

🎧 Tune in now for an energizing, future-focused conversation on what’s next for association events.

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