Welcome to "Top Three Thursday!" In today's episode, we're thrilled to have David Stephens, the "wellness architect," as our guest. David has revolutionized wellness in the event industry by moving beyond just fitness and food. They’ve introduced crucial elements that have significantly boosted attendee satisfaction.

Join us as we explore David’s scientific, evidence-based approach to making meetings more effective, focussing on the top three ways to incorporate mental wellness. We’ll delve into the power of movement, the transformative impact of mindfulness, and the brain-boosting benefits of high-protein meals.

David shares actionable insights on how to enhance attendee experience and productivity, from mindful breakfast sessions to creating a circadian rhythm-friendly agenda. We’ll also hear about Chris Starkey's fitness routines and discuss the importance of educating event delegates for business growth.

Stay tuned as we uncover the business case for integrating wellness into events. All this and more on "Top Three Thursday!”

Key Takeaways:

03:44 Wellness enhances events, increases ROI, and energizes participants.

08:41 Olympian and wellness advocate finds corporate success.

10:07 High intensity workouts engage fight or flight.

13:56 Empower attendees with movement and breaks.

18:14 Mindfulness: Making meditation more accessible and beneficial.

21:49 Anecdotal evidence suggests protein-rich breakfast aids focus.

22:44 Diverse high-protein food options available now.

28:01 CrossFit athletes start podium line with Frazier.

30:46 Thank you, David, for wellness event promotion.