Determine event theme and mission statement.  Work with colleagues to determine the theme of the event and

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The Cerbelli Team has traveled the world with celebrity chocolatier and chef Paul Joachim,

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Caesars Entertainment’s National Meetings and Events team released a guide to incorporate wellness in event programming that is an expansion of

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Building digital and hybrid events while staying one step ahead of

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As a keynote speaker, over the past 20 years I’ve had the distinct pleasure of presenting at, serving as master of ceremonies for, and moderating