#80. What Makes or Breaks an Association Conference with Andrew Klein
Description
What do gala dinner punch-ups, blackout moments on Hamilton Island, and dangerous ideas have in common? They’re all part of the wild and wonderful world of association conferences. And nobody tells those stories better than Andrew Klein.
In this episode of the Association Hub Podcast, Olena sits down with one of Australia’s most seasoned professional speakers and MCs. With over 30 years behind the mic and hundreds of association conferences under his belt, Andrew shares what works, what doesn’t, what makes a conference truly unforgettable, and how to turn even the driest content into something genuinely engaging (yes, even those “genius-but-dull” academics).
You’ll learn:
- Hilarious real-life event disasters, and how to survive them
- The must-have traits of great conference speakers
- Smart ways to spend your event budget for maximum impact
- Why less content and more connection is the future of successful events
- The magic of risk-taking, authenticity, and ditching the PowerPoint overload.
This episode is a must-listen for event planners, association leaders, and anyone who’s ever sat through a painfully long panel discussion. Trust us, you’ll walk away with ideas, laughs, and maybe a newfound respect for your MC.
🎧 Press play, hit follow, and don’t forget to share this one with your events team. They’ll thank you later!
🔗 And if you’re on the hunt for a top-notch MC, you can find Andrew at andrewklein.com.au.
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