From human connection to strategic influence. The EVA Alliance perspective
Leadership and culture

From human connection to strategic influence. The EVA Alliance perspective

Corporate
Brand storytelling
Thursday, May 21, 2026
11:05 AM - 11:50 AM | Europe/Berlin

Education session

Hall 9 | Evolve Theatre, Inspiration Hub, Stand 9003
English
About

Explore how to position events as drivers of strategic value rather than executional outputs. In a world where digital noise grows and volatility increases, live events remain one of the few places where brands meet stakeholders face‑to‑face. Yet in many organizations, event leadership is still viewed as operational instead of strategic.

Join the EVA Alliance to examine how senior event leaders can shift from delivering experiences to shaping influence within their organizations. If events are critical moments for stakeholder connection, event leaders must be equally critical voices in strategic decision‑making.

Learning outcomes:

Build trust in events aligned with brand strategy

Earn opportunities to influence strategic decisions

Prove the power of events to meet business objectives

This session is approved for the following certifications.

* ICCA Skills Domain CICS/CICE: 0.75

* CMP/CEU Approved: Domain J: Marketing and Communication, 0.75 credits

* CSEP Approved

Speakers

Geeske Doeve

Head of Events & Experiences, Global MarketsTCS

Jennifer Papenfess

OwnerJust Planning

Moderators

Angeles Moreno

General ManagerJack Morton Worldwide