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A Positive Perspective in Challenging Times
Featured Speakers
Jesse Lipscombe:
Standing up to racism
As the co-founder of the #makeitawkward campaign, Jesse uses the virtual setting to make a difference, fighting back against systemic racism, sexism, intolerance and hate. He uses his experiences from life and interactive tools to help companies make a change.
Dr. Jody Carrington:
(Re)Connection
With a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, Jody has worked with major institutions and runs a thriving clinical practice. To her audiences, she brings a depth of experience and insight that is unmatched in the industry.
Jesse Thistle:
Rising “From the Ashes”
National Bestselling author, Jesse, shares his deeply personal life story in this much-praised keynote speech based on the bestseller, From the Ashes. A Canadian icon, Jesse has shed light on addiction, homelessness and what it means to be an Indigenous Advocate.
Arlene Dickinson:
Insights from a Dragon
Arlene is one of the most successful businesswomen in Canada and a star of CBC’s Dragon’s Den. She will appear live from her studio for your next virtual conference, meeting or webinar, to bring her experienced insights on leadership, entrepreneurship and marketing to your audience.
Kaleb Dahlgren:
Resilience personified
Kaleb’s inspirational and motivational story comes through powerfully in a virtual setting. Between his Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis at a young age to the Humboldt Broncos bus crash, Kaleb keeps moving forward. With deep perseverance, he returned to the ice. Audiences will walk away with insights on how to be resilient in light of uncertainty and unforeseen circumstances.
Jeremie Saunders:
A Positive Perspective
From his home studio in Halifax, NS, Jeremie uses the latest technologies to captivate audiences with his infectious optimism and the will to always be positive even in the face of a serious illness. He is the co-host of Sickboy Podcast where he pushes people to see disease and illness- differently.
Ben Nemtin:
Make the impossible, possible
What if you could make the impossible, possible? Ben Nemtin is a New York Times bestselling author, and co-star of the MTV show, The Buried Life. His story has energized millions to believe in the impossible. Ben has helped several people shift their perspectives on endless possibilities and stay positive to navigate stressful times through virtual formats.
Takara Small:
Inspiring the next generation of tech
A longtime advocate for technology, Takara founded and oversees VentureKids Canada, an award-winning nonprofit that provides free coding classes and startup workshops to youth living in low-income or underserved communities.
Best virtual formats
Webinars.
Format best suited for participation of a wider audience. Typically the focus is on the presenter and less on the audience. Interactive pieces include chat, polls, etc.
Meetings.
Best suited for smaller groups, the presenter can see everyone else’s in the meeting and allows for a much more intimate feel.
Moderated conversations.
Having a moderator makes all the difference with the moderator interviewing the guest speaker along with involving the audience in various formats like, In Conversation With, Ask Me Anything, one-on-one chat, etc.
Social media.
Social media sites like Instagram Live or YouTube can be used to post and do livestreams, leveraging these social networks can help spread the message far and wide. Better for public-facing events.
Customized format.
Your online event could include a combination of two or more of these formats. Allow us to help you with the planning and execution of a perfect online event so you don’t have to worry about anything.
Why choose Virtual Speakers?
Digital first content
Unparalleled service
Award winning talent
How to make your virtual event stand out?
Creating a virtual event that is remarkable and memorable is important. It’s a new way of thinking, but applying design thinking, similar to how you approach creating fantastic physical experiences, is key.
The goal of creating remarkable moments during conferences is often to:
Keep people engaged
Create shareable moments
Create joy among attendees
Facilitate opportunities to network and connect
Leave your audience wanting more!
Giveaways.
Keep your audience engaged in the content of the meeting by offering a prize or giveaway. Sure, you won’t be tossing free shirts their way, but you can send a snazzy e-gift their way!
Celebrities and Special Guests.
The costs of having a celebrity or special guest join your virtual event are much lower than a traditional celebrity appearance. Take advantage of the savings and wow your audience with a presentation, conversation or Q&A with famed personalities.
Branding
While there is a temptation to worry less about the event’s brand and simply get it done, consider taking the brand even more seriously. Design assets that pop, be thoughtful about your event title and theme that can make it unforgettable for attendees and potential attendees.
Facilitated Networking
Many online event platforms have built-in networking and direct attendee messaging tools, so be sure to facilitate those interactions. Make time and space for networking in your agenda, promote the function to attendees and offer conversation starters.
Social Engagement
Just because your whole event is online doesn’t mean there shouldn’t be experiences, moments and opportunities for attendees to share on their social channels. Think about the “Instagrammable” moments you can create in your virtual environment or the social campaigns that can accompany your event.