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A big-name speaker might get people in the door, but is it the best move for your event? Our Fuse team digs into the real impact of celebrity keynotes based on fresh data from the Fuse Industry Survey. While 56% of planners see them as valuable, senior-level leaders are asking a different question: What’s the long-term value?

Explore the pros, the trade-offs, and how to decide if the spotlight is worth it. https://fuse-events.com/high-profile-keynote-speakers/?utm_source=jdc-facebook&utm_medium=organic-post&utm_campaign=high-profile-speakers

Last Call! Join TorchLight Hire tomorrow for the Unlock Your Next Move Webinar, where they will share valuable career change strategies.
Register at the link below for this complimentary webinar!
https://jdcevents.swoogo.com/unlockyournextmove?utm_source=jdc-facebook&utm_medium=organic-post&utm_campaign=career

⏰ Time is running out! The Future of Community in Events webinar is tomorrow, May 22. Jennifer D. Collins, CMP, CMP, President of JDC Events LLC, will share data and insights from the Fuse Industry Survey powered by Bear Analytics.

Secure your spot now and attend live or watch the recording after the session: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6417454165190/WN_JPrs-zTvTDW42iGqyPOu4g?fbclid=IwY2xjawKaxSFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFTSVJEYUtkZXJVSnZnRWdvAR47VA7pfMKkXv3_uv_UBpU3o6PWwZzzJ6jSY-Q4fEW2R4bT21qkE-uHhYcujw_aem_MUWXAjNtfl1TG6Nv9ekU6A #/registration

JDC Events President, Jennifer D. Collins, CMP, discussed the latest Fuse Industry Survey results powered by Bear Analytics with Associations Now highlighting how events professionals are looking beyond flashy keynotes to foster deeper engagement with attendees.

Read their conversation: https://associationsnow.com/2025/05/report-conference-attendees-seek-connection-not-flashy-keynotes/

Want to dive deeper into the data? Tune in to our webinar on May 22. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6417454165190/WN_JPrs-zTvTDW42iGqyPOu4

Report: Conference Attendees Seek Connection, Not Flashy Keynotes | Associations Now A recent report finds events professionals are looking beyond conference mainstays in favor of deeper engagement.

What does it really take to design events that connect and evolve into true communities? https://fuse-events.com/benefits-human-centered-design/?utm_source=jdc-facebook&utm_medium=organic-post&utm_campaign=leah-lewis

Our team at Fuse sat down with Leah Lewis, CMP, CEM, DES, Senior Director of Education & Events at the American Gear Manufacturers Association to get her take. With 40+ events a year under her belt, Leah shares strategies for scaling impact, designing for engagement, and keeping community at the core.

If you’re rethinking how your events drive long-term connection and value, this one’s for you.

Read the full interview: https://fuse-events.com/benefits-human-centered-design/?utm_source=jdc-facebook&utm_medium=organic-post&utm_campaign=leah-lewis

Don’t leave networking during your events to chance! https://fuse-events.com/networking-that-builds-community-at-events/?utm_source=jdc-facebook&utm_medium=organic-post

In the Fuse Industry Survey, event planners surveyed rank networking sessions above product demos, entertainment, and even inspirational talks when it comes to building real connections.

In our latest blog, JDC Events’ Kara Dao, CEM Fellow, DES shares a tactical, phase-by-phase blueprint to make networking meaningful, before, during, and after your event.

✨ Get the tips → https://fuse-events.com/networking-that-builds-community-at-events/?utm_source=jdc-facebook&utm_medium=organic-post

Event pros... join us for a live webinar unpacking brand-new data from the Fuse Industry Survey, revealing why community-building is the cornerstone of successful events in 2025.

👉 Sign up here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6417454165190/WN_JPrs-zTvTDW42iGqyPOu4g

Jennifer D. Collins, CMP, President of JDC Events, will reveal key findings from the Fuse Industry Survey powered by Bear Analytics, plus real-world tactics planners are using to build stronger, more connected event communities.

What you’ll learn:
• The #1 driver of successful event communities
• How mindset shapes strategy (and results!)
• Top content formats for engagement

We hope to see you there - May 22, 205 at 2pm.
👉 Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6417454165190/WN_JPrs-zTvTDW42iGqyPOu4g

Today, we’re shining a light on the heart of every unforgettable event: ✨meeting planners.

From securing the perfect venue to crafting seamless experiences and managing last-minute pivots with grace—planners are the behind-the-scenes heroes who turn vision into reality.

At JDC Events, we’ve seen firsthand the dedication, creativity, and sheer tenacity it takes to make it all happen. You’re not just managing logistics—you’re building community.

💙 To all the planners out there: thank you for being the force behind the moments that matter.

Know someone who deserves some love today? Tag your favorite event or meeting planner in the comments and help us celebrate them.

Engagement isn't optional, it's the #1 driver of event community.

We partnered with Fuse an on an industry survey and nearly 46% of planners surveyed ranked it as their top priority.

🌟Want to know what’s working (and what’s not)?

Download the key takeaways now: https://fuse-events.com/future-ready-events/?utm_source=jdc-facebook&utm_medium=organic-post

Creating event experiences that resonate starts with listening.

The team at American Society of Landscape Architects tapped into attendee feedback to guide their event resulting in deeper connections, stronger engagement, and a more strategic approach to programming and sponsorship.

See how they turned insights into action in our latest Fuse blog:
https://fuse-events.com/asla-attendee-feedback-high-impact-experiences/

Last week, the JDC Events team had the pleasure of attending ’s Inside Live event on Event Marketing with Social Media and, as expected, it was packed with insights!

We were especially inspired by ASAE’s deep dive into their full-scale social media transformation where they rethought their platforms, messaging, and content strategy. Their journey reinforced several best practices that we live by at JDC Events, and we’re excited to see them gaining traction across the industry.

💡 Consistency is everything.
Establishing a clear cadence and frequency gives you the data you need to measure what’s working, and what’s not.

💡 Always be testing.
Whether it’s message tone, platform choice, or content format, A/B testing helps you fine-tune your strategy and double down on what drives results.

💡 Design with intention.
Themes and pillars bring structure and meaning to your content. At JDC, we’ve seen thought leadership consistently resonate, and ASAE had the same experience.

💡 Put community first.
It’s why we launched Fuse. When your social strategy is built around your audience’s real needs and interests, they’ll keep coming back, and bring others with them.

We left the session energized, validated, and ready to keep pushing boundaries in social media for events.

A big thank you to the dynamic presenters: Susan Marchese Lewis, MS, CAE, VP of Marketing at ASAE The Center for Association Leadership and Ingrid Thorson, Executive MBA, Group Director & Strategist at .