"With over 35 years of experience in events and two decades in event technology, I have a range of presentations on event tech to share. I tailor my delivery to the audience, presenting insights in an engaging, humorous, and easily digestible manner."

Some favorite speaking topics:

Optimizing Delegate Check-In and Tracking

Efficient delegate check-in isn’t just about fast printers—it’s about streamlining every step to reduce wait times and enhance the attendee experience.

Key Takeaways:

• The right questions to ask your supplier

• Hacks to improve delegate flow

• Best practices for registration area layout

• Common pitfalls in managing onsite staff

Monetizing Onsite Event Tech

Maximizing ROI is crucial for event organizers. This session explores how to optimize event tech for revenue generation.

Key Takeaways:

• Creating compelling sponsor packages

• Leveraging data for stakeholders

• Using personalized advertising for profitability

• Maximizing your event tech stack

Sustainable Badge Printing

Sustainability is a top priority for event planners. Learn how event tech can help reduce your carbon footprint.

Key Takeaways:

• Questions to ask your supplier

• Eco-friendly materials and logistics

• The cost of sustainability and ROI

Onsite Delegate Tracking: Choosing the Best for Your ROI

With numerous tracking solutions available, understanding their benefits and limitations is crucial for making the right choice.

Key Takeaways:

• Overview of NFC, BLE, RFID, facial recognition, WiFi tracking

• Aligning technology with event objectives

• Data reliability and accuracy

Facial Analytics vs. Facial Recognition

These two technologies serve different purposes. Learn their impact on your event tech strategy and how to navigate privacy concerns.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding the key differences

• Anonymized vs. identified data

• GDPR and legal considerations

• How to gain buy-in from stakeholders

Case Study: Facial Recognition for 40K Delegates

A deep dive into the IBC 2022 Amsterdam event, where facial recognition was used for badging 40,000 attendees across five entrances.

Key Takeaways:

• Overcoming technical challenges

• Driving audience engagement and opt-ins

• Managing delegate flow efficiently

• Insights from live and post-event data

Case Study: Cross-Technology Tracking for Better Data

No single tracking solution is perfect. Combining technologies can improve data accuracy and enhance event insights.

Key Takeaways:

• Defining your tracking objectives

• Integrating multiple technologies

• Selecting the best tracking solutions

• Measuring ROI effectively

From Startup to Acquisition: Lessons Learned

Building and selling an event tech company is a challenging journey. Danny shares hard-earned lessons from his nine-year entrepreneurial experience.

Key Takeaways:

• Validating and scoping your idea

• Developing a Minimum Viable Product (MVP)

• Gaining traction and scaling

• Managing failure and resilience

• Navigating the acquisition process

• Planning the next chapter