Conference Development
I've developed conference formats that lasted from one to three days.
- In May 2023, my team and I at SCCF hosted the Startup Champions Network Summit in the Shenandoah Valley. The agenda was geared towards collaborative problem solving, building trust across differences and taking a deep dive into our regional ecosystem. Attendees went on bus and walking tours, explored their shared roots and finished the night out on the dancefloor. Read a recap here.
- When conceiving of RebelleCon in 2017, we focused on four content pillars. Day 1 revolved around inspiration and learning through keynotes, engaging panel discussions and hands-on talks. Day 2 offered participants several workshop tracks to explore the topics that most interested them in more detail.
Content Curation and Speaker Onboarding
I believe that ensuring that speakers understand what's expected and deliver tangible take-aways is key to an impactful speaking engagement.
I develop onboarding guides, templates and checklists for speakers and facilitators to prepare them for their time on stage.
I host speaker trainings, content development sessions and practice sessions to develop meaningful conversations on- and off-stage.
I pay attention to the little details that ensure hospitality and care: Conference materials that add value, nourishing the audience mentally and physically, and delightful facilitation techniques.
Event facilitation
Do you need a moderator or event facilitator?
I have hosted 50+ ecosystem work sessions, networking events, speed mentoring nights, Women's Day celebrations, and dozens of virtual and in-person panel discussions.
I take the stage monthly at CreativeMornings Shenandoah Valley and I host my own podcast show.
Not only do I LOVE to talk to people. I truly enjoy having meaningful conversations that bring people together and encourage them to take action.
Previous & Current Partners
What others say about me
I didn’t know what to expect from the Shenandoah Valley but after spending a few days there I am absolutely smitten with the area and really impressed with the connectedness and support in each of the ecosystems you showed us.
I believe this is my favorite SCN Summit that I’ve ever attended – excellent job!
Marco Johnson
Ecosystem Builder, 2022 SCN Summit host
My Startup Champions Network Summit experience was profound. As a newcomer to the scene professionally, I wanted to be bashful but was encouraged to sit around at the collective table and share and collaborate.
The tilt-shift that has me thinking deeply is how diversity exists in my rural community and acknowledgment might be necessary before amplification. I can't wait to attend the next one.
Brian McKee
Entrepreneur & Rural Ecosystem Builder