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SUMMARY:[CANCELED] CAPS Toronto Annual Holiday Party!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season at the CAPS Toronto Holiday Party! Join us on Dec 15 at 7 PM for festive fun & good company!\n\n\nCAPS Toronto Annual Holiday Party 2025 \nMembers and Plus Ones Only \n🎄✨ Celebrate the Season with CAPS Toronto! ✨🎄 \nJoin us for the CAPS Toronto Annual Holiday Party — an evening of festive cheer\, good company\, and holiday magic! We’re gathering for a fun-filled night to kick off the season and celebrate the people that make CAPS Toronto so special. \nMonday\, December 15\, 2025\n7:00 PM ET \n🏠 Location:\nThe home of Randy Park\n* Address will be emailed to registrants the day of the event \nExpect a festive atmosphere complete with delicious food\, drinks\, music\, and plenty of holiday spirit. Whether you’re a long-time CAPS member or new to the community\, this is the perfect opportunity to connect\, unwind\, and make memories with old and new friends alike. \nWe’ll have a variety of seasonal treats\, cozy vibes\, and a few surprises along the way. Don’t forget to wear your most festive attire — from ugly sweaters to cocktail dresses\, all are welcome! \n  \nWhat’s Included:\n🥂 Welcome drinks & appetizers \n🍽️ Holiday-themed snacks & dinner \n🎶 Music & fun activities \nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/caps-toronto-annual-holiday-party/
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:CAPS Toronto Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday\, Nov. 10th for our Annual General Meeting (AGM) – followed by structured networking and information sharing! This is when we elect our 2026 CLT\, including our 2027 President. \nWe’ll be back at the Best Western Plus Toronto Airport\, 5825 Dixie Rd. Mississauga. \nAfter the AGM there will be a time to better acquaint yourself with other members of our Chapter! Through structured networking and information-sharing\, you’ll come away with new contacts\, new ideas\, and renewed energy. \nFood and Beverage will be provided!
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/caps-toronto-annual-general-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:Light Up Your Business Success with Adera Angelucci!
DESCRIPTION:Join CAPS Toronto and Adera Angelucci for this evening event where you’ll learn how to Light Up Your Business Success!\n\n\nLight Up Your Business Success\nStop Hiding Start Shining\n \nJoin Adera Angelucci — Visibility & Video Expert\, Bestselling Author\, and Award-Winning Speaker — for a transformative session designed to help speakers\, coaches\, trainers\, consultants\, influencers\, and facilitators overcome the fear of being visible and create authentic content that truly connects with their audience. \nBecause when you show up in a real way\, your business transforms. \nWhat You’ll Discover\nVoice & Story Identification \n\nUncover what makes your message unique and why your audience needs to hear it\nLearn how authentic storytelling drives trust\, connection\, and business growth\nBreak through mental blocks that keep you playing small in your marketing\n\nThe Fear-to-Fuel Framework \n\nTransform visibility fears into confidence and courage\nSimple tools to capture attention and spark engagement through video\nThe psychology behind real marketing that actually converts\n\nHands-On Content Creation \n\nRecord your own engaging Instagram reel during the session\nPractical video techniques you can implement immediately\nA take-home action plan to keep your content flowing\n\nInteractive Elements\n\nLive reel creation workshop with guided support\nPersonal story identification exercise\nConfidence-building activities for camera presence\n\nEvent Details\nLocation: Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport by IHG 970 Dixon Rd\, Rexdale\, ON M9W 5N4\, CanadaDate: October 6\, 2025Time: 6pm – 9pm EDT \nFood and Beverage Will Be Provided! \nImportant Note: Take the ticket obtained when parking into the meeting; this will be exchanged for a pre-paid voucher to use when exiting. \nSecure your spot today and discover how to transform your business through authentic self-expression!
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/light-up-your-business-success-with-adera-angelucci/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport by IHG\, 970 Dixon Road\, Toronto\, ON M9W 5N4\, Toronto\, M9W 5N4\, CA
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:Sales & Marketing for Speakers with Ed Robinson\, CSP!
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a speaker\, author\, expert\, or consultant who’s ready to attract more customers and more revenue\, mark your calendar now for a powerful NSA presentation you won’t want to miss. \nInternational speaker and recognized “Rainmaker” Ed Robinson will share his powerful\, proven “Make it Rain” formula with us. You’ll learn how to skillfully rethink and retool your marketing and sales efforts in ways that will help you reach and close more deals\, more often and with more profit. \nContent Focus: \n\nQualities of a Rainmaker\nRainmaking Formulas\nClient Development Process\nBuilding Rainmaker Confidence\nMarketing and Selling Strategies\n\nAdditional Takeaways: \n\nEstablish goals and action plans\nBusiness Models in the Speaking Industry\nDesign & discover your marketing mix for continuous business flow\nPractice selling processes for stronger relationships & increased closing percentages\nDevelop sound marketing strategies\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\n10 behaviors that separate high performing Speaking professionals from others\n5 things every speaker needs to do to maximize productivity\nRoadmap to achieving quarterly quotas\nModel for attaining repeatable success quarter after quarter and year after year\nDesign (or refine) your personal marketing plan\nOutlining specific goals and the actionable steps to achieve them\nMeasuring your business success and effectiveness\nUnderstanding the “Magic Marketing Mix” that drives attraction to your brand\nSteps for selling both simple and complex projects\nIncreasing your closing percentage\nClosing larger clients and winning major contracts\n\nAbout Ed Robsinson\, CSP: \nEd Robinson\, CSP\, has been a business growth advisor for more than 30 years. As a former CPA\, Ed has consulted\, coached and spoken to thousands of audiences and hundreds of businesses in more than 30 countries and multiple industries. Ed is currently on the National Board of Directors for the NSA and an active participant in his Houston Chapter. \nEd has helped facilitate the growth of many organizations in the areas of leadership and business development with focused projects to improve performance and productivity. Ed Robinson is a professed “recovering CPA” and CEO of Robinson Performance Group. The company provides business growth strategies and leadership skills to organizations worldwide\, “transforming professionals to Rainmakers.” \nEd shares practical strategies and techniques to enhance sales and revenue for professional service organizations
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/sales-marketing-for-speakers-with-ed-robinson-csp/
LOCATION:Best Western Plus Toronto Airport Hotel\, 5825 Dixie Road\, Mississauga\, ON L4W 4V7\, Mississauga\, L4W 4V7\, CA
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:CAPS Toronto Summer Social!
DESCRIPTION:Join CAPS Toronto Members\, Family and Friends for this Annual Summer Social!\n\n\nSaturday\, August 16\, 2025 at Knob Hill Park (Scarborough\, Ontario M1J 1B7 ) \nThere is free parking! \nThis is a family friendly event: spouse/partner and children are welcome! \nArrive after 1:00 – Park closes at 8:30 \nFood will be served at approximately 3:00pm EST \nCAPS Toronto will provide proteins of Beef Burgers; Veg Burgers; Hot Dogs; Buns; Condiments \nImportant – please bring: \n\nchairs and/or picnic blankets\nswim suits (optional)\n your own beverages. NOTE: official park policy is no alcohol\na dish to share: salad OR savory side OR dessert\n\n*RSVP on Eventbrite!!!
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/caps-toronto-summer-social/
LOCATION:Knob Hill Park\, 625 Brimley Road\, Toronto\, ON M1J 1B7\, Toronto\, M1J 1B7\, CA
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:Leverage AI to Grow Your Business with Peri Shawn
DESCRIPTION:Level up your biz with AI—boost marketing\, sales & IP without losing the human touch. No tech skills needed!\n\n\nHave you been leveraging AI to transform your business\, grow your revenues and expand your impact\, without removing the human touch from your relationships or your work? \nIf you saw Peri’s presentation at the CAPS 2024 Convention in Costa Rica\, you’ll find this session will help you take your AI journey to the next level. And if you missed Peri’s presentation\, you’ll get a brief overview of the salient points. \nJoin Peri on explore what you can do with AI. Come ready to share what you are currently doing\, and you’ll discover how to take it to the next level. \nYou’ll discover: \n\nHelpful AI tools to improve your marketing\, increase your close ratio and assist in your presentations\nNew AI facts to make you the life of your next dinner party\nHow to expand your AI mindset to empower you and grow your speaking business\nHow to take your intellectual property to the next level with AI\n\nIf you are a non-techie\, no worries\, Peri is too – so\, anything she’s done\, you can too. And if you are a techie\, you’ll find Peri’s simple approach to AI easy to execute. \nEverything You Need to Know: \n\nHappening June 9th\, 2025 from 6pm – 9pm\n@ Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Services ( 700 Gordon St.\, Whitby (Oshawa) L1N 0H5 )\nCoffee\, Tea and Finger Food will be provided
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/leverage-ai-to-grow-your-business-with-peri-shawn/
LOCATION:Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences\, 700 Gordon Street\, Whitby\, ON L1N 0H7\, Whitby\, L1N 0H7\, CA
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:It Starts with Strategy presented by Rob Rudy!
DESCRIPTION:It Starts with Strategy is a high-energy\, interactive workshop designed for entrepreneurs who speak\, train\, consult\, or coach!\n\n\nIt Starts with Strategy: \n“In a world of constant change\, strategy isn’t about standing still—it’s about knowing where to move next.” \nIt Starts with Strategy is a high-energy\, interactive (and yes\, fun) workshop designed for entrepreneurs who speak\, train\, consult\, or coach as part of how they deliver value. This isn’t about stagecraft—it’s about building a business that’s focused\, intentional\, and built to last. \nThrough practical tools\, real-time reflection\, and story-driven insights\, you’ll get clear on where to focus\, what sets you apart\, and how to align your work with the impact you’re here to make. You’ll leave with sharper positioning\, renewed momentum\, and a workbook full of actionable tools to take your next strategic steps—right away. \nBecause speaking is a business. \n\n\n\nRob Rudy – Built\, Led\, Scaled—Now Helping You Do the Same. \nFor over 30 years\, Rob Rudy has helped businesses grow\, adapt\, and lead through change. He’s served as COO and President in different industries—textiles\, lighting\, and medical devices—always focused on building strong teams\, finding clarity in complexity\, and helping organizations move forward. \nHe’s worked with businesses at all stages—some scaling fast\, others regrouping—and has led global teams through everything from supply chain challenges to leadership transitions. These days\, Rob works as a speaker\, advisor\, and fractional exec\, helping leaders think more clearly and lead with intention. \nHe serves as President of the Quebec chapter of CAPS and was named TEC Canada’s “Impact Speaker of the Year.” But more than anything\, Rob’s known for keeping things practical\, grounded\, and focused on what helps people grow. \nBased in Montreal with his wife Kathy\, he enjoys travel\, cooking\, and cheering on their two daughters—one in psychology\, the other bridging accounting and law.His go-to mindset?“Be proactive with what you can control\, and highly adaptive to what you can’t.”
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/it-starts-with-strategy-presented-by-rob-rudy/
LOCATION:Oakville Conference & Banquet Centre\, 2515 Wyecroft Road\, Oakville\, ON L6L 6P8\, Oakville\, L6L 6P8\, CA
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:Unlock the Future with Azadeh Yaraghi!
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the Future: 25 Branding & Marketing Trends for an\nExtraordinary 2025 with Azadeh Yaraghi!\n\n\nUnlock the Future: 25 Branding & Marketing Trends for an Extraordinary 2025 \nWhat new strategies are you excited to implement in 2025? Many speakers may get stuck spinning their wheels\, doing the same old year after year. As experts in our field\, we are thirsty for cutting-edge ideas so we can stand out and attract better and bigger opportunities. \nIn this thought-provoking and dynamic session\, you will discover how to accelerate your speaking business by learning from those who are rocking it on the world stage. You will get the opportunity to uncover 25 branding and marketing trends and tips from some of the best in the industry. \nGain insights into innovative techniques and actionable strategies that can transform your approach and boost your success. If you’re ready to discover new\, fun\, and proven methods to propel your speaking business forward in 2025 and beyond\, this session is for you! \nAudience takeaways: \n– Learn from the best of the best: Hot tips from 25 Global Speaking Fellows\, Hall of Fames\, and Certified Speaking Professionals \n– Explore innovative strategies to reach broader audiences\, attract more bookings\, and command higher speaking fees \n– Amplify your reach and create unforgettable audience experiences \n– Discover how to open doors to new markets\, increase your visibility\, and position yourself as a sought-after thought leader \n– Enhance your professional reputation by re-igniting your personal brand \n\n\n\nBio: \nAzadeh is an insightful brand strategist\, marketing expert\, thought-provoking speaker\, #1 bestselling author\, and founder of Gogo Telugo Creatives. With 15+ years of international experience\, she has built successful brands and earned several marketing awards along the way. \nAzadeh is passionate about supporting purpose-driven clients who want to grow their business and ultimately leave behind a positive and lasting legacy. She works with entrepreneurs and organizations who want to get to the heart of their brand so they can attract their ideal clients\, build trust\, and accelerate growth. \nShe is the past President of CAPS (BC Chapter)\, a proud mentor at Futurpreneur\, and Advisory Board Member for the Healthy Heroes Foundation. In her free time\, she enjoys flamenco and salsa dancing\, and taking long walks along the seawall with her loving husband and puppy in spectacular Vancouver.
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/unlock-the-future-with-azadeh-yaraghi/
LOCATION:Best Western Plus Toronto Airport Hotel\, 5825 Dixie Road\, Mississauga\, ON L4W 4V7\, Mississauga\, L4W 4V7\, CA
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Workshop: The Deep Dive!
DESCRIPTION:The Deep Dive: Turning the Hottest Marketing Trends into Business Wins!\n\n\nSeperate Registration Required from Evening Event! \nThe Deep Dive: Turning the Hottest Marketing Trends into Business Wins \nKnowing about trends is one thing – making them work for your business is another. This interactive workshop takes a practical approach\, breaking down the top 3-5 most impactful branding and marketing trends and showing you exactly how to implement them. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies to implement immediately\, ensuring your brand remains relevant\, magnetic\, and profitable. Get ready for less theory\, more action!
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/afternoon-workshop-the-deep-dive/
LOCATION:Best Western Plus Toronto Airport Hotel\, 5825 Dixie Road\, Mississauga\, ON L4W 4V7\, Mississauga\, L4W 4V7\, CA
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:CAPS National President\, Mark Black CSP visits CAPS Toronto
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Update: \nDespite all best efforts to be with us live and in person\, tonight’s speaker\, CAPS National President Mark Black\, will be joining us via a big projector screen in the same room as previously advertised. \nAlthough he will miss being in the room physically. Mark looks forward to seeing you tonight at the Best Western Plus Airport Hotel on Dixie Rd. \nRemember\, doors open at 6 pm! \nJoin CAPS Toronto for an evening with CAPS National President\, Mark Black\, CSP in the Sunset Hall of the Best Western Plus Toronto Airport Hotel \n* Beverages and finger food will be served\n* Free parking is available\n* The hotel has an on-site restaurant\n* The hotel has a free airport shuttle. \nWearing green is encouraged! \nCreating Your Own Signature Event \nAre you ready to elevate your brand and increase your perceived value in the marketplace? Looking for a way to genuinely sell your services while delivering real value to your prospects? \nHost Your Own Event \nIn 2017\, Mark set a goal: to create an event in his hometown that would bring top-quality training and speakers to the Maritimes. The added bonus? He’d have one day on the calendar each year where he could generate substantial revenue without leaving home. This idea led to the creation of Level Up\, a one-day personal development conference. Nine editions later\, the conference has grown into a reliable revenue stream and a powerful platform for promoting coaching services. \nThis presentation will show you how simple it can be to launch your own event. Discover how to minimize risk and upfront costs while maximizing revenue. You’ll also learn to leverage a signature event to build your brand as a recognized expert and speaker. \nTakeaways: \nCreating an event theme and ROI that is compelling \nHow to put butts in seats \nHow to secure speakers and sponsors for your event \n3 Mistakes to avoid \nLIMITED TIME OFFER \nBook before March 7th! \nA special rate of $115 ($137.75 with taxes) is available for those wanting to stay at the hotel after the meeting. Use the following link to book your stay:\nhttps://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.66037.html?groupId=P48KF8L2 \n\n\n\n\n\nBIOGRAPHY \nMark Black the only man in history to have run a marathon with someone else’s heart and lungs. A resilience expert\, speaker\, coach\, and author\, Mark helps people “Break Through” their limitations and transform adversity into their competitive advantage. \nBorn with a life-threatening heart defect\, Mark survived two dangerous open-heart surgeries before the age of one. He battled his condition and its limitations until 2002 when he was fortunate to receive a heart and double-lung transplant. Three years later\, he ran his first full marathon. Then he did it\, three more times. He is also won more than a dozen medals including multiple golds\, at the Canadian Transplant Games. \nMark is a Certified Speaking Professional. He has inspired more than 200\,000 people in more than 600 presentations and has worked with global brands including Exxon Mobil and Mercedes Benz\, as well as many national and regional associations. \nOutside his professional life\, Mark volunteers on the executive of two non-profit boards and is the founder of the New Brunswick chapter of the Canadian Transplant Association – an organization raising awareness about the importance of organ and tissue donation. Mark lives in Moncton\, New Brunswick\, Canada with his wife Marise and their three children; Emma\, Matteo\, and Caleb.
URL:https://www.canadianspeakers.org/event/caps-national-president-mark-black-csp-visits-caps-toronto/
LOCATION:Best Western Plus Toronto Airport Hotel\, 5825 Dixie Road\, Mississauga\, ON L4W 4V7\, Mississauga\, L4W 4V7\, CA
CATEGORIES:Toronto Chapter
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SUMMARY:A Virtual Event with John Chen\, CSP
DESCRIPTION:6 Ways for More Engaging Meetings AND How You Can Empower Your Next Meeting With No Additional Technology\n\n\n6 Ways for More Engaging Meetings\n\nDo you want to solve your biggest challenges in keeping your live events engaging? \nDo you want your live events to be the most memorable and effective? \nDo you want your attendees to say that your live event is the most engaging? \nIn the dynamic class “6 Ways for More Engaging Meetings\,” professional speaker and Certified Speaking Professional John Chen unveils the secrets to transforming mundane meetings into vibrant\, productive experiences. Drawing from his extensive expertise\, John shares practical strategies and innovative techniques that ensure every participant is actively involved and invested. From interactive tools to creative facilitation methods\, attendees will learn how to foster engagement\, enhance communication\, and drive results in any meeting setting. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or a budding professional\, this class offers invaluable insights to elevate your meetings and keep your audience captivated. \nLearn the secrets of these six proven methods from: \n· The #1 Amazon Hot New Release Author of John Wiley & Sons “Engaging Virtual Meetings” \n· The PCMA (Professional Convention Management Association) 2023 Digital Event Strategist of the Year \n· The President of the NSA (National Speakers Association) Northwest Chapter and a Certified Speaking Professional \nWhen you attend 6 Ways for More Engaging Meetings\, you will learn: \n• The 6-step ENGAGE method to solve your meeting challenges \n• Why the first 5 minutes of your meeting are the most important \n• How to design meetings to maximize engagement \n• How to improve knowledge retention \n• How to get attendees excited for your next meeting. \nJohn started meeting virtually 38 years ago and is a recognized thought leader on engaging virtual meetings. He is the John Wiley and Sons author of “Engaging Virtual Meetings” and “50 Digital Team Building Games”\, top selling business books. John’s clients learn from his over 38 years of virtual meeting experience. His work has earned him multiple awards. More than 400\,000 clients across the United States and in countries including Spain\, France and Taiwan have experienced breakthrough results. \nWhen you complete 6 Ways for More Engaging Meetings\, you’ll walk away with tangible tips to make your next meeting even more engaging. \nHere’s what others say: \n“I have more energy after virtually meeting you for 60 minutes than any other virtual meeting in my life!” -Donna Cunningham\, Cancer Research Nurse\, Seattle Genetics \n“This is great. Very\, very good ideas! Encouragement to have better team meetings with our teams!” -Mitch Simon\, CEO\, The Simon Alliance \n“Massive thanks. We’re going to be seeing a lot of this. It’s great to make new digital connections.“ -Sam McNeill\, General Manager\, Song Division \n“You got over 200 people around the world in every timezone engaged! That’s incredible for our first major conference that moved from face-to-face to virtual. THANK YOU!” -Charva Brown\, Fortune 100 Company \n \nEmpower Your Next Meeting With No Additional Technology\n \nIs engagement in your meetings still the #1 problem?\nDo you want to make your NEXT meeting better?\nDo you want to make it better with NO additional technology??\nThen you want to attend “More Amazing\, Uplifting Inclusion in Your Next Meeting”\, the fastest way to more inclusion. \nUsing techniques from the #1 Amazon Hot New Release\, Engaging Virtual Meetings\, John shows you the key secrets to having your attendees say\, “I have more energy (rather than less) after 60 minutes meeting with you!”. When you attend\, you will learn: \n• How author Elizabeth Gilbert captivated 650 attendees where they felt like they were having a 1:1 conversation \n• The 8-step method for uplifting inclusion \n• How to use the 8-steps immediately \n• Walk away with at least one tangible idea you can use in your next meeting \nYour host is the author of the #1 Amazon Hot New Book Release\, Engaging Virtual Meetings. He’s been meeting virtually for over 36 years. He has produced over 4\,000 virtual meetings including an EIGHT language meeting and the only 100% LIVE virtual conference in the training industry. He’s the new content creator for OpenSesame’s training programs. Let’s WELCOME your host\, John Chen! \nWhen you complete “More Amazing\, Uplifting Inclusion in Your Next Meeting”\, you will see more engagement\, hear more attendees answer questions and hear positive feedback after your next meeting. \n\n\n\nAbout John Chen\, CSP \nJohn Chen CEO \nMale\, he/him \njohn@engagingvirtualmeetings.com \n \nMeet the author of Engaging Virtual Meetings – he’s been virtually meeting for over 38 years. He can juggle 24 screens of information at a time. He has planned the only 100% LIVE virtual conference in the training industry for 1\,200 people. He’s produced an eight-language virtual webinar. He is a recognized thought leader on engaging virtual meetings. He is the Wiley and Sons author of “Engaging Virtual Meetings” and “50 Digital Team Building Games”\, top selling business books. His work has earned him multiple awards and his more than 400\,000 clients across the United States and in countries including Spain\, France and Taiwan have experienced breakthrough results. When you meet him\, you will encounter a dynamic\, energetic and effective facilitator who makes friends with everyone. He will help you and your team become the top 1% at what you do. He’s the 28-year CEO of Engaging Virtual Meetings. Please meet John Chen. \n“Your virtual and hybrid meetings can be as good as\, or even better\, than face to face meetings” – John Chen \nAwards and Accolades \n2024 Certified Speaking Professional by the National Speakers Association \n2024 President NSA Northwest \n2023 PCMA Digital Event Strategist of the Year Finalist \n2023 NSA Northwest Member of the Year \n2021 Meeting Today Trendsetter \n2020 Published Wiley and Sons “Engaging Virtual Meetings” \n2020 Successfully pivoted a 200-person face to face conference to all virtual for a Fortune 100 company \n2020 Onarchipeligo and Northwest Asian Weekly deemed John Chen as the “Zoom Master” \n2019 NW Asian Weekly Entrepreneur of the Year \n2018 Saudi Arabian 5 Star Trainer \n2017 Northwest Meetings + Events “Take One for The Team” \n2016 6 th Annual China Adventure Learning Conference Keynoter \n2014 Meetings Today Trend Setter \n2014 Ted Yamamura Leadership Excellence Award \n2013 Meetings Professional International Corbin Ball Technology Award \n2012\, 2010 MPIWSC Supplier of the Year \n2012 Published Wiley and Sons “50 Digital Team Building Games” \n2010 Meetings Professional International Supplier of the Year \n2009 Meetings Professional International Tomorrow’s Leader \n2008 Training Magazine Top Young Trainer Award \n2008 #29 Fastest Growing Minority Owned Business \n2007 #13 Fastest Growing Minority Owned Business \n2006 #4 Fastest Growing Minority Owned Business \n2002 BBB Innovative Business Practices Award \nengagingvirtualmeetings.com (206) 856-8491 john@engagingvirtualmeetings.com \n2001 Winner of Puget Sound Business Journal’s “40 Under 40” program. \nTrainings and Certifications \n2020 Created the Engaging Virtual Meetings Certified Trainer \n2019 Effectiveness Institute Behavior Assessment Certification \n2019 Sententia Gamficiation Certification Level 1 \n2018-2008 Cascadia Educational Conference \n2015-2010 MPI World Educational Congress \n2010 Body Language Institute Certification \n2010 MPI Accredited Trainer TTT and 4MAT Delivery \n2008 EDI Leadership Navigation \n2007 The Tipping Point Network \n2006 Leadership Tomorrow \n2003 Denali Summit 20\,320 ft. \n2002 Extraordinary Leaders Seminar \n2002 Mt. Rainier Expedition Seminar \n2001 Center for Ethical Leadership Seminar \n2000-1998 Date With Destiny and Life Mastery Leadership \n2000 Mobile Team Challenge Experiential Training \n2000 Appreciative Inquiry \n1998 Leadership Academy \n1998 Karrass Negotiation \n1997-1996 Mastery University\, Anthony Robbins \n1996 Diversity Training \n1996 Visualizing Data\, Edward Tufte Seminar \n1995 Managing Microsoft People \nCountless Audio and Video programs on personal and business development.
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