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28 Jul 2025

A Note from our CEO about the Leadership Conference

A Note from our CEO about the Leadership Conference

Three weeks to the SISO Leadership Conference in Indy!

There's so much to share and discuss...

  1. Monday (arrival day for many) has three highlights.
  • Monuments tour (Indianapolis has more monuments than any city besides Washington, D.C.). While that might also make it a candidate for homeowners becoming their parents due to plaque readings, it also makes for an inspiring tour.
  • Pub Crawl. Enough said.
  • Informal dinner.

For the first two, please register with Anna (anna@siso.org) by Thursday this week to be included. This is a hard deadline, so please don't miss these opportunities.

For dinner, please contact me to ensure you are included. Vincent@siso.org

         2. Tuesday

  • Amber Cox (COO of Indiana Fever) being added to open the Women's Leadership Program was a fantastic addition. If you haven't already signed up to participate, now is the time.
  • I've previously extolled the virtues of Angela Scalpello and the excitement about her return to SISO and the Women's Leadership program. Take a look at the program; it's exciting. 
  • Joey Graziano's opening keynote will set the tone for our programming on Wednesday and Thursday.

        3. Wednesday's programming features actionable research findings from many of the industry's most highly regarded sources. I've had a preview or two, and your shows
        will be better from participating. Additionally, you'll hear about new and innovative approaches to revenue, attracting delegates, and leveraging AI across your business.

        4. Thursday's programming I'd be comfortable as a standalone one-day event. Why now is the time to launch and hearing some real-world perspectives from recent
        launches are just two of the can't-miss sessions. 

What I particularly like about the Leadership Conference is the ability to spend quality time in discussion with other attendees. Attendees from member companies are eligible for one complimentary registration, so take advantage of this offer. Nonmember companies are also welcome to find out what everyone else is talking about!.  Contact Anna anna@siso.org to attend. 

These will be three inspiring days in Indy. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out. 

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  • “Without a doubt the most valuable three days of the year for networking, learning, and meeting colleagues.”
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    Liz Irving, President, Clarion Events