Evolution of Business Events with Janet Dell, Freeman

In this episode of the HRchat podcast, we consider culture, innovation, insight,
and business transformation in the context of event production and inspiring
leaders. 

President and COO of Freeman, a global and award-winning leader in executive
events production. 

Janet is no stranger to unifying teams while bringing together some of the most
creative live events across the country for clients that include Dell, MTV, and
Forbes. Her company has produced some of the biggest events around to elevate
brand presence and to inspire consumers to act.

When the pandemic hit, Freeman took its company down to the studs and on a dime,
transitioned completely to digital, and implemented a 5-year plan in just 5
months. Freeman rounded out last year producing over 800 events and activating
116,000 exhibits.

Under its leadership team, Freeman recently ranked #4 in the Forbes Best
Employers for Women in the U.S. 

Questions For Janet Include: 

* Your company has produced some of the best-known events around to lift brand
presence and to inspire attendees to act. Talk about some of the work done at
Freeman pre-pandemic
* What did the pandemic do to in-person events and what was your experience
back in early 2020? 
* How did Freeman bounce back? 
* Why is data key to transformational leadership?
* Can you talk to me about internal employee engagement scores and why you
believe they matter?
* Changing the Way Business is Done – Why do you suggest a new operating model
can help many organizations in a post-pandemic world?

About Freeman

Freeman is the global leader in events. Whether virtual, in-person, or hybrid,
Janet and her team are on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a
data-driven approach and the world's largest network of experts, Freeman's
insights are shaping exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to
action. Their integrated full-service solutions leverage a 100-year legacy in
event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.

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