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The New KPI For Your Events
Oct 15, 2025
Would You Get on a Plane for That?
Itâs a simple question that changes everything about how we design events.
In a world overflowing with sessions, slides, and schedules, what truly moves people isnât information, itâs emotion.
When experiences are built around connection, energy, and emotion (not just content), people feel the difference. They remember the moments their eyes lit up not the bullet points on the slides.
Thatâs why the new KPI for events isnât attendance or applause.
Itâs ELU: Eyes Lighting Up.
Because what attendees remember most is how you made them feel.
đ Watch the LinkedIn episode here to discover why ELU is reshaping the future of event design and how small shifts in energy can create big, lasting impact.
Why Your Agenda Is Draining Your Attendees (& How To Fix It)
Oct 09, 2025
You packed the agenda. You booked the speakers. You added morning yoga.
But by 2PM... your attendees are checked out.
Phones come out. Eyes glaze over. The buzz in the room disappears.
And that keynote you spent weeks planning? Barely lands.
This isnât a motivation problem. Itâs a biology problem.
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The Mistake Most Organizers Make
Most event planners believe the biggest challenge is time:
âWe just donât have time for wellness.â
But hereâs what Iâve seen after 20 years in the wellness world:
Time isnât the issue. Itâs how the day is designed.
Too often, wellness is an afterthoughtâsomething squeezed in at the end, or slapped on as a token yoga session in the morning. Meanwhile, attendees sit for 6+ hours, barely moving.
Thatâs not wellness. Thatâs a slow burn into disengagement.
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Whatâs Actually Going On Behind the Scenes
The real issue? Weâre designing events for how things have always been done.
Even though the research is clear:
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The brain can only focus f...
Why Your Conference Needs Wellness Breaks to Succeed
Oct 02, 2025
Planning a corporate event or retreat on Maui? Here's what most planners miss.
Maui is one of the top destinations for conferences and corporate retreats and for good reason. With its stunning natural beauty and laid-back atmosphere, it promises inspiration, connection, and a break from the grind.
But here's the problem:
Too many Maui events are packed to the brim with back-to-back content and zero time for participants to recharge.
If you're organizing a conference, team retreat, or leadership summit in Hawaii, there's one key factor that could make or break your event's impact: wellness breaks.
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The Assumption:
"We don't have time for wellness."
Most event planners mean well. They squeeze every moment with content, thinking that's what brings value.
But here's what actually happens:
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Attendees get tired.
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Focus drops.
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Phones come out.
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People check out mentally (and sometimes physically).
Even the most inspiring speaker can't compete with a tired bra...
Why Your Conference Investment Is Disappearing By Lunchtime
Oct 01, 2025
 Can you name three specific takeaways from the last conference you attended?
Not just "it was great" or "the speaker was inspiring." Actual frameworks. Action items. Concepts you're still using.
Struggling?
You're not alone. And it's not your fault. Curious? Check out this recent LinkedIn live I did about it!
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The $70,000 Problem No One's Talking About
Here's the uncomfortable truth: within one hour of hearing new information, your attendees forget 50% of it. By tomorrow, 70% is gone.
If you invested $100K in speakers and content, and attendees only retain 30%, you've effectively wasted $70K.
That's not a content problem. It's a brain biology problem.
And it's happening at every single conferenceâincluding yours.
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The Post-Lunch Content Graveyard
There's a time slot no speaker wants: 1:30pm, right after lunch.
This is when your most expensive content goes to die. It's often when sponsors get their speaking slots. And it's exactly when your attendees' brains are at the...
Whatâs Next For Wellness At Events: Predictions For The Months Ahead
Sep 25, 2025
Top 2025 Trends For Energizing Attendees and Elevating Experiences in Maui and Beyond
Planning a corporate event, conference, or retreat in Hawaii? Whether you're hosting in Maui, OÊ»ahu, or any other island, one thing is clear: event wellness is no longer a luxury itâs a must-have.
In fact, according to a 2025 industry report from Caeser's Entertainment, events that integrate wellness see:
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â Up to 25% higher attendee satisfaction
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â NPS scores 15â20 points higher than traditional formatsÂč
As a Conference & Event Wellness Expert based in Maui, Iâve supported events across the Hawaiian islands and Iâve seen firsthand how intentional wellness experiences turn good events into unforgettable ones.
So whatâs next for corporate wellness in Hawaii?
Here are the trends Iâm watching and how you can use them to energize your attendees, reduce burnout, and create impact that lasts long after the lei comes off.
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Why Wellness Matters More Than Ever at Hawaii Events
Hosting yo...
What If 3 Minutes Could Fix Your Conference Energy Crash?
Sep 21, 2025
How Micro-Movement Breaks Boost Focus, Engagement, and Well-Being at Events and Work
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Why Coffee Isnât the Fix
After 20 years in wellness, Iâve learned something most event planners and team leaders donât hear enough:
â You donât always need more coffee.
đ§ Your body often just needs a reset.
At conferences, retreats, and high-performance meetings, Iâve seen the same pattern over and over again. Energy drops. Eyes glaze over. Attendees start checking their phones or leaving the room. Not because the content is boring but because humans werenât designed to sit and absorb information all day.
This is why I created the Power Pause Method:Â a science-backed, body-friendly reset you can do in under 3 minutes, without a yoga mat, outfit change, or awkward ice-breakers.
Whether youâre planning an event or powering through a long workday, hereâs why the Power Pause works and how you can start using it right now.
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The Hidden Problem At Conferences And Events
When intentional movem...
The 3 Minute Fix For The After Lunch Slump
Sep 17, 2025
Conference & Event Wellness Tips for Planners and Meeting Designers
TL;DR
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Afternoon fatigue, often called the after-lunch slump or postprandial somnolence can drain energy from even the best-planned event.
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A 3-minute guided movement and breathing break re-energizes attendees, improves information retention, and protects event ROI.
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Event planners can easily integrate these micro-breaks into agendas without cutting speaker time.
- Watch this week's episode of the Movement, Mind, & Meaning podcast that goes deep into this here
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What Is the After-Lunch Slump?
Event professionals know the pattern: the clock strikes two, and attention dips.
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Post-meal blood-flow shift: more blood goes to the digestive system, less to the brain.
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Carbohydrate spike and crash: high-carb lunches lead to a rapid rise and fall of blood sugar.
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Natural circadian dip: most humans experience a low-alertness phase about 6â8 hours after waking.
This âfood coma,â technically ...
The Biggest Event Wellness Myths (& What's Actually True)
Sep 12, 2025
If you're planning a corporate event, retreat, or conference and think wellness is a ânice-to-haveâ... this oneâs for you.
As a conference wellness expert Iâve worked with lots of event planners, DMCs, and corporate teams to create energized, focused, and truly unforgettable event experiences.
And in that time, Iâve noticed a pattern some big myths about wellness at events that just wonât die.
Whether youâre organizing a high-level leadership summit or a multi-day conference on Maui, these outdated beliefs might be quietly sabotaging your attendeesâ experience.
Letâs set the record straight and help you build better, more human-centered events that leave people feeling energized, not drained.
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Myth #1: Wellness is optional, not essential
Why this is misleading:
Sitting for hours triggers stress in the body and brain. Circulation slows, posture collapses, and energy plummets, all of which impacts attention and focus.
Weâre asking people to absorb information, engage, and conne...
Happiness Isn't Random, It's A Daily Practice
Sep 10, 2025
Happiness Isnât Random, Itâs a Daily Practice: Why Movement, Mind, and Meaning Matter
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Happiness isnât luck. Itâs a practice built through daily habits.
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The 3 essential ingredients are Movement, Mind, and Meaning.
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Small, consistent shifts create energy, focus, and fulfillment in everyday life.
- Watch this week's episode of the Movement, Mind, and Meaning podcast that goes deep into this here
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What does it mean that happiness is a daily practice?
Happiness is not something that just âhappens.â
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Itâs shaped by the choices you make daily.
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Your body, thoughts, and sense of purpose play equal roles.
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Practicing happiness means aligning small habits with what fuels joy and presence.
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Why is movement essential for happiness?
Movement is the foundation of vitality.
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Movement is medicine: boosts energy, mood, and brain function.
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Posture is presence: the way you sit or stand changes confidence and focus.
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Small shifts, big impa...
The Future Of Event Design Is Human 1st
Sep 03, 2025
If youâve ever tried to hold a roomâs attention after lunch on Day 2 of a corporate event or conference, you know the struggle is real.
People are slumped in their chairs. Theyâre scrolling their phones. Youâre watching their energy drain⊠even during your best sessions.
This isnât an engagement issue. Itâs a wellness design issue.
And itâs time we talk about the shift thatâs redefining how we structure our events.
Wellness isnât a bonus anymore. Itâs the backbone of great event engagement.
Weâre finally moving away from checking the wellness box with one morning yoga class or a smoothie station.
Now, leading event organizers are asking:
How do we keep our attendees energized, focused, and mentally present all day long?
The answer lies in science-backed, human-centered strategies that support people as whole humans â not just passive listeners.
And yes, the key is movement.
The Science Behind Movement At Events:
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Sitting decreases oxygen intake and circulation, sen
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