We work hard to create events where people feel welcome, connected and engaged. But are we also creating enough opportunities to challenge their thinking? With so much toxic disagreement in public debate, it’s tempting to avoid friction altogether. Yet some of the most valuable conversations happen when people encounter ideas they don’t agree with. The trick is making it safe to disagree, not necessary to agree. In my latest article, Dare to Disagree, I share five practical ways to design...

Are there some hard "no's" to AI in events? June 2026 Rosie's occasional updates on how to transform great events into tangible outcomes. In today's update: The hard "no's" for AI in events Beyond reward: the value that incentive events are leaving behind The hard "no's" for AI in events I participated in a webinar for facilitators on AI use and predictions. Most of it was unsurprising - AI is great for research, prompting additional ideas for inspiring dicussion, and collecting and...

You're busy ticking off the to-do list before the Christmas break. Time is running out to schedule that planning session for your 2027 strategy. It looks like that will have to wait until everyone's back from leave. But don’t worry! There’s still something you can do to get a jump on a successful 2027. Ask yourself these three questions, jot down your answers, and revisit them for inspiration when you start your planning. Reflect on Your Progress How much of your activity achieved progress...