One of the things I am most proud of about this platform is the community building aspect of it. So it is quite natural for me to deliver speakers who are also experts at building large and sustainable communities. With that said, I am thrilled to present these two uber-talented and respected community builders!

Laurie Kirby has spent the past four decades building vibrant communities around live music, film, sports, food and wine. She is most recently known for creating FestForums, one of the most popular B2B conferences focused on the festival industry. And that's the tip of the iceberg of her amazing career arc.

Michael Dorf also has spent the past four decades producing iconic live music experiences. From starting NYC's Knitting Factory to executive producing the NY Jazz Festival and countless other events, Michael is an expert at curating events and venues that have real staying power. Currently he is the founder and CEO of City Winery, a chain of live music venues that combines great food and wine with intimate concert experiences.

These two old friends are experts at creating memorable experiences that attract large and loyal followers. I promise you will leave this session smarter and more inspired than you arrived.

Thursday, June 15, 2023 at 2:00 pm ET/11:00 am PT.