ELX Annual Congress 2024 - Event Agenda

Lace-up and discover Las Vegas in a sustainable and healthy fashion with Go! Running Tours. Join our morning running or brisk walking tour starting directly from the Aria Resort & Casino entrance on Thursday, June 11th at 6.00am. Feel Las Vegas waking up in a healthy fashion 5k running tour or 3k brisk walking tour, all the while your guides will share historical and cultural insights of the city.

Tour Details: 

• Date: July 11th. 
• Time: from 6:00 am to 7:00 am. 
• Starting Point: ARIA Sky Suites Lobby 
• Distance: 5km running tour and 3km brisk walking tour.

Struggling to get your ideas off the ground or navigate change within your organization? This interactive panel discussion is for you! Hear real-world stories from successful changemakers within the community, as they share their experiences creating new events, transforming work processes, and even restructuring their teams.

Our host will moderate the discussion, guiding panelists to reveal their secrets for influencing change, securing buy-in, and navigating the challenges that come with it. Walk away with actionable insights and inspiration to make your own positive impact!

This session delves into the exciting ways AI can revolutionize your organization, from boosting productivity to enhancing event experiences, while also considering the legal implications.

• Productivity Powerhouse: We'll kick things off with an interactive format focusing on productivity. Share your challenges and explore how AI can streamline tasks, automate processes, and free up your time for strategic thinking. We'll even throw in some real-world examples to spark your imagination!
• AI at Events: Dive into the future of events! Discover how AI can personalize experiences for attendees, optimize event logistics, and even analyze data to deliver better results.
• Legal Landscape: Wrapping it up, we'll shift gears to consider the legal implications of AI implementation. Get insights on potential challenges and best practices for responsible and ethical use of this powerful technology.

Ever wonder how other organizations structure their teams and processes? This session is your chance to peek behind the curtain!

Inspired by TED Talks, we've assembled four dynamic member speaker ready to share their organization's secrets to success. Each will take the stage for a concise, 10-minute presentation, delving into the nitty-gritty of their organizational design.

Topics will cover: Reporting lines, departmental interactions, workstream design, outsourcing approaches, global/regional/local complexities, hybrid models and more

Ready to witness a fiery battle of wits – and wings? Join us for this electrifying session where four brave participants face a double dose of heat: progressively hotter wings and provocative industry questions! 

Here's the recipe for this sizzling showdown:

Winging It: As the heat rises, so will the questions! Participants will grapple with thought-provoking industry topics, like:

• Sustainability Smackdown: Grade your organization on sustainability efforts – and be prepared to back up your answer!
• Insourcing Inferno: To outsource or insource registration – that is the question! Face the flames while defending your position.
• Incentive Investment: Are incentive trips worth the sizzle? Burn or bon appétit? You decide!
• Budget Bonfire: If you need to cut 15% from your budget, where do the cuts begin? Survive the heat while revealing your strategy.
• Travel Trivia: Pick your favorite airlines and hotels – and be prepared to defend your choices under pressure!
• Virtual vs. IRL: Should we still be holding virtual events? Prepare for a fiery debate!

Progressive Pepper Punishment: With each question, participants will be served a hotter wing sauce – turning up the heat with each answer!

Dive into the heart of collaboration and innovation with "Partner Perspectives: Live & Unscripted." This session brings our valued partners to the forefront, sharing their unique insights and strategies in an engaging, conversational format.