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Make Your 2026 Events "Stick" with Trust-Building Moments

  • 1.  Make Your 2026 Events "Stick" with Trust-Building Moments

    Posted 2 days ago
    Edited by Latoya Ebanks 2 days ago

    We're back with a new Tip of the Week, and this time we're focusing on how to make your 2026 events truly "stick" by pairing trust-building moments with smart, strategic use of technology. The smartest 2026 programs pair technology with human connection to create outcomes that last beyond the event. Start by designing for trust (clear wayfinding, authentic speakers, intentional networking), then layer in AI where it adds measurable lift-content recaps, session insights, and personalized follow-ups. When it's easy to engage and the value is obvious, your events earn attention and advocacy. 


    Try this next     

    • Map one attendee journey end-to-end and highlight any "friction" moments to remove this month. 
    • Add one trust signal to your next agenda (e.g., peer roundtables, transparent Q&A, or post-session office hours). 
    • Pilot a lightweight AI workflow for session summaries and post-event nurture to amplify impact without adding headcount. 


    Want to learn more and get inspired?     

    Register for our upcoming webinar on January 15th at 11:00 a.m. EST, "Make it Matter: The Must-Know Event Trends for 2026," where we'll unpack how trust becomes a brand differentiator, how AI delivers real lift across the lifecycle, and how storytelling turns attention into action.  


    |You will learn:     

    • How to design and host events that build trust and drive stronger outcomes.  
    • Tips to make technology intuitive for every generation-covering AV, live interaction tools, and frictionless digital experiences.  
    • Where AI adds measurable value (and the guardrails to keep it safe and useful).  
    • Ways to use storytelling and partner with venues/vendors to create memorable moments as engagement becomes a primary success metric. 



    Let's     get the conversation started! Questions for you:     

    • Are you already using AI or new tech in your planning?  
    • How are you building trust and emotional connection with your attendees?  
    • Share your thoughts, tips, and questions below-let's inspire each other to make 2026 our best year yet! 



    Are you looking for     additional     resources? Check out our learning centers for continued reading, best practices, and customer stories:     



    Ready to level up your 2026 plan?     Register for the webinar now



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    Latoya Ebanks
    Manager, Demand Generation
    Cvent, United Kingdom
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