Dinners are the new trade show for companies wanting to promote through events - but still, most are missing the mark. ‘Hosting a dinner’ doesn't mean the pitch-to-a-prospect over a fancy steak type of deal. Dinners that matter mean intentional, curated, well-thought-out, table conversation events that truly move the dial. And yes, we would consider ourselves experts - we’ve organized over 150 dinners in our time as an events agency.
In just a short time, HumanX has made great strides as the AI conference to attend—take it from us, as we recently had the pleasure of attending their event in San Francisco to witness firsthand the energy, education, and excitement onsite.
We sat down with Shauna Kiely, Head of Content - EMEA at HumanX, about the launch of their first-ever HumanX expansion into Europe, what to expect, and what makes a stellar speaking submission.
HumanX brought together thousands of executives, founders, investors, and technologists all trying to figure out the same question: where does AI go from here—and who's steering it? Over the course of the event, that question played out across keynotes, panels, interactive sessions, and “water cooler” conversations that we walked away from with a new perspective.
For us, being on the ground wasn't just about presence. It was about paying attention. Let’s dive in!
With AI-generated content flooding feeds, audiences have developed stronger filters for authenticity. Founders who speak from lived experience signal credibility in a way brand copy simply can’t. Emotional storytelling also drives memory, engagement, and audience connection — making it one of the most effective tools for cutting through crowded ecosystems. This post recaps why founder-led storytelling is working and how it performs best.
From founders and powerhouse CEOs, to government and industry practitioners, eMerge Americas houses bold ideas across tech, business, and culture.
We sat down with Maria Dominguez, Strategic Advisor of Programming & Content at eMerge Americas, to discuss industry trends to expect across the agenda, what it takes to speak on stage, and exciting updates to anticipate at their 2026 event.
Meaningful representation on stage is essential to advancing the industry. Event organizers have increasingly prioritized creating intentional pathways for Black founders and thought leaders to contribute at the highest levels.
In this credTen edition, we feature the events delivering on that commitment—those building stages where Black innovators can share expertise, influence key conversations, and help define the future of technology.
