AICE CONFERENCE
17 JULY 2025
NEW YORK
Convene 237 Park
Midtown East, New York

Welcome to American International Corporate Events (AICE) AWARDS & Conference: An Investment In You
This isn’t just another event; it’s a day of investment—in yourself, your team, and the future of our corporate event industry. No senior leader should come alone—bring your newest team member, make their day, and shape their perspective. It’s free to attend the event.
AICE is a deep dive into the empathy, creativity, and impact of events. You’ll walk, talk, learn, and experience why this industry is extraordinary. More than insights, we want you to leave with one promise—to invest in yourself, expand your network, and reclaim balance. Events may be in our blood, but taking time for yourself—at least twice a year—should be too.
AICE AWARDS & Conference will take place on 17 July 2025 in New York. Take a look at the programme below and register to join us.
TITLE | DATES & TIMES | SUMMARY | SPEAKERS | REGISTRATION |
AICE CONFERENCE OPENS![]() |
12.30 - 13.30 | The Gathering: Lunch, Coffee, Conversations & Connections The day begins—not just with coffee, but with possibilities. A space to pause, observe, and connect. No formalities, just meaningful introductions. Shared ambition, fresh perspectives, real conversations. |
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Welcome![]() |
13:30-13.35 | Welcome to AICE Conference 2025 |
ANITA HOWARD |
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Keynote Session 1![]() |
13:35-13.55 | Embracing Leadership at Any Level outcomes, building trust, and demonstrating accountability. By embracing leadership at every level, professionals can contribute to organisational success, promote innovation, and create a culture of empowerment—proving that leadership is about impact, not hierarchy. more... ...less |
MATT FRANKS DANA DIPERI MEGHAN RHOADES ASHLEY KEATING |
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Keynote![]() |
14.00-14.20 | Maritz |
TIM SIMPSON |
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Campfire Sessions![]() |
14.20-15.20 | SKILLS CAMPFIRES - FIRST SESSION followed by a 10-minute discussion where the remaining 8 participants share their experiences. When the bell rings, participants move to the next campfire session of their choice. Campfires what they are? Think Scouts, summer camp, or family holidays in a tent or caravan! A ‘Campfire’ session is an opportunity for a small group of people to gather around and hear a story or have a chat. They are informal in their setting and style, this allows the audience to relax and engage in the content. more... ...less |
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Campfire 1 – ESW![]() |
CURATED WITH PURPOSE: EXPERIENCES AS A BRAND MANAGER last. more... ...less |
TRECIA LORELLE |
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Campfire 2 – BLOOMBERG![]() |
Bloomberg |
JOHN TORRENCE |
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Campfire 3 – McDermott, Will & Emery ![]() |
ROI MEASUREMENT FOR BUSINESS SUCCESS attendance, engagement, revenue impact, and brand awareness. more... ...less |
GABRIELLA CYRANSKI MELISSA HAMMANS |
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Campfire 4 – CALLMINER![]() |
HOW TO BE THE ONSITE EVENT SUPERSTAR company. From internal enablement to budget management, food selections and content builds, and perfecting the overall attendee experience, this session will explore the steps to take to ensure your attendees leave your event with glowing reviews. You’ll walk away with actionable tips to lead with energy, connect with intention, and leave an impression that lasts long after the lights go down. Be the voice of your brand. Be the energy in the room. Be the superstar your event deserves. more... ...less |
ASHLEY KEATING MARIA LUPARDO |
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Campfire 5 – WM![]() |
KEEPING SCORE: MEASURING WHAT MATTERS IN EVENT SUSTAINABILITY Discover how WM tracks waste, carbon, and materials data to build actionable sustainability insights for major venues, events and leagues like MLB. We’ll explore tools and strategies that drive progress—and show how real stakeholder partnerships make sustainability wins both measurable and meaningful. |
NICOLE PAMANI |
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Campfire 6 – MEDIDATA SOLUTIONS![]() |
DATA DRIVEN EVENT PLANNING - HOW TO LEVERAGE DATA TO SHOWCASE THE VALUE OF YOUR EVENTS Events are more than moments—they’re strategic tools. Learn how to harness data to prove impact, align with business goals, and plan smarter. From onsite metrics to post-event storytelling, discover how creativity, customer experience, and data come together to showcase value and drive results. |
CARLY ANTLE NATALIE FULTON |
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Campfire 7![]() |
FROM LOCAL NONPROFIT WORK TO A GLOBAL SUSTAINABLE EVENTS MANAGER Explore the 13+ year journey of a previous AmeriCorps volunteer to now a Sustainable Events Manager as they discuss their path to integrating their passion with their strengths. Learn how authenticity and inclusivity are vital for future events, the significance of mentoring, and hear about innovative projects. |
TAMMY HSU MICHAEL O’BRIEN |
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Coffee Break![]() |
15:20-15:40 | Connections Over: Networking & Innovation Grab yourself a refreshment and take the opportunity to connect and network with each other. |
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Keynote Session 2![]() |
15.40-16:00 | Bridging the Generational Gap: Crafting Engaging Event Experiences for Multi-Generational Audiences David Saef, Chief Instigator at Freeman, these sessions will uncover strategies to attract and retain diverse audiences, ensuring your events remain relevant, inclusive, and future-ready. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your event experience with actionable takeaways for meaningful engagement. more... ...less |
DAVID SAEF |
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Campfire Sessions![]() |
16.00-17.00 | CAMPFIRES - SECOND SESSION Another round of campfire sessions. |
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Coffee Break![]() |
17.00-17.10 | Quick break and breathe |
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Sofa Session![]() |
17.10-18.00 | The Things I Wish I Knew Then Session Mistakes make us. But in a world of perfection-driven Gen Z professionals, the fear of failure is real. This closed-door, no-recording session is a raw, unfiltered conversation where industry leaders share the biggest, funniest, and most unexpected mistakes they’ve made in their careers—and how they survived (and thrived). |
RICHARD TOSCANO GWYNNE WARDROP JOSHUA SLUSARZ ANITA HOWARD |
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Closing Reflections![]() |
18:00-18:10 | As we wrap up, take a moment to pause before the awards begin. But if you’re up for something different, step into an experiment in interaction, connection, and clarity. |
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AICE AWARDS25![]() |
19:00-22:00 | Awards Ceremony & Networking a 20-minute awards ceremony, and a relaxed standing dessert. Simple, fun, and full of celebration! more... ...less |
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