Whether you’re planning corporate conferences, brand activations, luxury weddings, or immersive pop-ups, there’s one event you can’t afford to miss in 2025:
The Event Planner Expo, happening this October in New York City.
More than just a trade show, this 3-day mega experience is where the top 1% of the event world gather to network, learn, and grow.
Not convinced yet? Let’s break down exactly why event professionals from across the country (and beyond) make this a non-negotiable on their calendars every year.
1. Daymond John Is Headlining
Yes, that Daymond John. The Shark Tank mogul, FUBU founder, and branding genius is bringing his strategic brilliance to the main stage. You’ll hear the lessons, insights, and behind-the-scenes mindset that built billion-dollar empires—and how you can apply them to your event business.
2. 25+ Game-Changing Speakers
The speaker lineup isn’t just good—it’s stacked. From celebrity planners to bestselling authors, agency founders to C-suite execs, this is your chance to hear from the real leaders shaping the future of events.
3. 3 Full Days of Education, Networking & Growth
This isn’t a one-day wonder. It’s a three-day masterclass in everything that moves our industry forward—from marketing and tech to client acquisition, creativity, and beyond.
4. New York City Energy
There’s something about NYC in the fall that makes everything feel bigger, bolder, and more alive. You’ll be inspired by the city just as much as by the content.
5. Exclusive VIP Education Passes
Want to go deeper? VIP passholders get exclusive access to high-impact workshops, curated networking, and private speaker sessions where real deals and breakthroughs happen.
6. Unparalleled Networking Opportunities
From coffee lines to cocktail mixers, every square foot of this event is packed with pros who could become your next collaborators, clients, or mentors.
7. Booth Space That Gets You Booked
Exhibiting? The floor is crawling with decision-makers looking for what you offer. One booth. One conversation. That’s all it takes to land your next big client.
8. See the Latest in Event Tech & Innovation
Get your hands on the latest platforms, tools, and trends in tech that are transforming events—AI-driven planning, hybrid integrations, digital swag stations, and more.
9. Learn How to Land Corporate Clients
Hear from people who’ve done it. Learn how to pitch, position, and deliver for six- and seven-figure clients in the corporate space.
10. Explore Immersive Installations
This isn’t just rows of vendor tables. Expect interactive experiences, brand showcases, and show-stopping moments that will inspire your own future events.
11. The Expo Floor Is a Goldmine
From décor to catering, lighting to production, the best of the best are showcasing their services. If you’re sourcing vendors or building new partnerships, this is your playground.
12. Master the Art of Sponsorship
Learn how to structure, sell, and activate high-value sponsorships that don’t just cover your event costs—they elevate your brand.
13. Rub Elbows with Big-Time Brands
CMOs, experiential managers, and agency buyers are attending to stay on the cutting edge—and they’re looking for planners and partners like you.
14. Watch Real-Time Deal-Making
This is where business gets done. You’ll witness—and maybe even participate in—collabs, contracts, and strategic partnerships forming in real time.
15. Position Yourself as a Thought Leader
Want to be seen as a go-to expert? Show up, show your face, and join the conversations that shape the future of our industry.
16. Refuel Your Creativity
If you’ve been feeling burned out or uninspired, The Event Planner Expo is a creativity supercharge. Expect fresh visuals, bold ideas, and aha moments around every corner.
17. Get the Real Story from the Pros
Speakers don’t sugarcoat here. You’ll hear about the challenges, the pivots, the messy behind-the-scenes moves—and how they led to massive growth.
18. Perfect Your Personal Brand
Learn how to position yourself or your business in a way that makes clients say “I need you planning my next event.”
19. Build Your Referral Network
You never know who’s going to send you your next dream client. A planner from Chicago. A producer from Miami. A creative director from LA. It starts here.
20. Discover What’s Working Right Now
The speakers and exhibitors are in the trenches just like you—and they’re bringing you what’s working in 2025, not recycled advice from five years ago.
21. Learn to Scale Without Losing Your Mind
Hear from founders who grew their event companies from solo hustle to multimillion-dollar firms—and how they built teams, systems, and sanity along the way.
22. Get Social Media Strategies That Actually Work
TikTok tips. Reels-ready content. Hashtag strategies. Learn how to grow an engaged audience that books you—and brags about you.
23. Hands-On Workshops and Panels
You’re not just sitting in chairs. Many sessions involve real interaction, hands-on learning, and direct feedback from speakers and peers.
24. Meet the Masters of Experience Design
You’ll hear from the creatives behind some of the world’s most immersive, jaw-dropping, emotionally moving events. Get their frameworks, tips, and design secrets.
25. Fuel Your Next Marketing Campaign
Bring your notebook: from CTA ideas to messaging angles, you’ll walk away with campaigns you can start using immediately.
26. Find Your Next Dream Client
Whether you’re a florist, AV genius, catering company, designer, or planning powerhouse—your ideal clients are walking the halls.
27. Learn How to Raise Your Rates
Tired of undercharging? This is where you learn how to price your worth and get clients who don’t flinch when they see the invoice.
28. Meet Your Business Mentors
Many of the speakers and VIPs have been exactly where you are—and they’re generous with advice, guidance, and introductions.
29. Access High-Level Corporate Event Intel
From internal conferences to B2B launches, learn what corporate decision-makers want and how to win their business for life.
30. Fuel Up on Bold, Breakthrough Mindset Shifts
Sometimes, one sentence changes everything. You’ll have dozens of those moments—where a speaker reframes your entire approach to success.
31. Celebrate Your Wins (and Plan Bigger Ones)
This isn’t just a learning event—it’s a celebration of how far you’ve come. You’ll leave with your eyes on the next win.
32. Come for the Expo. Stay for the After-Parties.
Let’s not pretend—networking doesn’t end when the booths close. The parties, happy hours, and late-night convos? That’s where real bonds are built.
33. Because This Is Where the Best in the Business Go
It’s not hype. It’s facts. If you want to be seen, heard, hired, inspired, and leveled up—you need to be where the best event pros gather.
You need to be at The Event Planner Expo 2025.
TL;DR: You’re One Decision Away From Your Best Year Yet
There’s a reason this event is the #1 conference and expo for event professionals across the U.S.
✔️ It’s where talent meets opportunity.
✔️ It’s where small businesses become big brands.
✔️ It’s where you finally stop spinning your wheels and start stepping into your next level.
Don’t wait. Don’t miss out. And whatever you do—don’t underestimate what can happen when you get in the right room.
🎟️ Secure Your Spot Now
- Buy your ticket – and grab a VIP Education Pass before they’re gone
- Reserve your exhibitor booth – meet high-intent buyers and decision-makers
- Bring your team – and leave with strategy, clarity, and booked business
📍The Event Planner Expo 2025
📅 This October | 🗽 New York City
🔥 You. Need. To. Be. Here.
