Ruud Janssen (Switzerland)
Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Event Design Collective GmBH
Ruud Janssen, CMM, DES, CED, is a Switzerland-based innovator specialising in event design to drive meaningful change for NGOs, membership organisations, and corporations. As a trusted trainer and advisor, he has collaborated with esteemed clients, including the International Olympic Committee, United Nations, Google, Bayer, Wikimedia Foundation, and the Internet Society. Co-creator of the #EventCanvas and co-founder of the Event Design Collective, Ruud integrates functional, social, and technological advancements to transform business and event models.
Fluent in English, Dutch, French, and German, Ruud is a sought-after global speaker and author on Event ROI, Virtual and Hybrid Events, and Event Innovation. A former MPI International Board Director and certified MPI Global Trainer, he brings a deep understanding of the complexities of designing impactful events for diverse industries worldwide.
11.30 AM | Plenary
DAY 2 (Friday) 28th February
Why Events Fail - Designing for Impact
Plenary Session VI (60 minutes) : Examine the critical factors that differentiate successful events from failures. The emphasis is on how meticulous planning is essential for event organisers, yet true transformation and success come from innovative event design. The session explores strategies to bridge the gap between planning and transformation, ensuring that events not only meet but exceed expectations through creative and purposeful design concepts.