I've had the immense pleasure of knowing and learning from Deedre Daniel while always having fun since 2014! From the very first ASAE session that I attended on how to make my Linked In profile stand out in the crowd, her blend of sheer professionalism with a knack for comedy became evident. By the way - The LinkedIn session was a top-rated session for ASAE that year (not very easy to achieve!) Deedreās ability to teach invaluable lessons to help you thrive in your own profession through lighthearted, comedy-forward sessions is a testament to her versatility and passion. After the LinkedIn session in 2014, if I saw that Deedre was a presenter or speaker at an ASAE session, I was sure to attend it! For the next 4-5 years, Deedre led an ASAE Industry Partner Alliance Panel called āSelling to Associationsā and continued to present literally āthe most interestingā sessions at the conferences I attended a session called āHow to be the Most Interesting Person at the Cocktail Partyā or āChange Happensā. Imagine my excitement when I learned in 2019 that Deedre had founded āThe Interesting Conversations Companyā and invented a card game called āThe Very Interesting Gameā. I ran right out and bought it on Amazon and hosted a game night with my personal friends! When 2020 shut everyone down and my company had a traditional holiday party that we simply had to cancel and we were heartbroken about not being able to get together, I began searching (as many of us did) for ways to connect at the end of that devastating year. It did not take me long to decide how we would virtually celebrate, when I realized that Deedre had adapted her card game to a virtual platform. Deedre personalized the entire game to our individual company and team members. That year, Deedre's uniquely curated online game show brought our team joy and added charm to our virtual Christmas gathering and was simply a breath of fresh air during such trying times. Most recently, a standout memory has to be the Non-Dues A Palooza event. The way Deedre personalized and branded card questions for each of the 20 sponsors showcased not just her dedication, but her personal touch that she infuses in all her projects. It might be easy for someone who doesnāt know Deedre to see her as a fresh face in this realm, but I've seen her evolution firsthand. She's been mastering her craft for over a decade, offering an array of experiences all unified by her commitment to fun, engagement, and genuine connection. If you haven't had the chance to experience Deedre's work, let me assure you, it's a delightful journey you won't...
Ā Ā Ā Read moreDeedre Daniel and The Interesting Conversation Company is a revelation! Her extraordinary suite of solution possibilities delivers structured fun and high impact. Any organization seeking to amp up engagement and light competition while injecting compelling interaction and laughter into their program ought to meet Deedre. She is a genius at delivering high-value and customized experiences for both sponsors and attendees.
Deedre understands people, groups, and events. She has a masterful sense of both the corporate and association mindsets. I have participated in her Very Interesting Game several times and have worked with her as she developed and delivered multi-faceted programs for clientsā virtual events. I am blown away by her talent at customizing and delivering anything from keynotes to structured happy hour progressive competitions. Attendees (game participants as well as the audience) are drawn in and everyone has a great time!
Deedre adeptly integrates value to ensure that an organization monetizes its program. Sponsorsā branding and subject matter are woven into the visuals and the game questions too. She is as organized as any great meeting planner, handles all related deliverables, and is a wiz at the technical elements ā such as pre-recordings, livestreams, chat, and engineering the use of the platform. She brings it all together seamlessly. When itās āshowtimeā Deedre is a delightfully smooth, charming, and provocative host who ensures a memorable experience for all!
Patrick Wilson President, The Profitable...
Ā Ā Ā Read moreāConfidence builderā is the phrase that comes to mind when I think about Deedre Daniel. Approaching new people and new situations in an energetic manner during trying times might sound impossible, but Deedre does it with humor and panache. I had the pleasure of attending one of Deedreās webinars on being interesting and memorable for a leadership program I'm in, during which she proffered timely tools for channeling your best self with others. I was amazed not only by Deedreās ability to use verbal inspiration to advise each webinar participant, but also by her ability to exemplify the big picture of professional life enthusiastically. I left the session with her with a better sense of what others experience when they communicate with me, as well as which listening skills to cultivate next. Above all, I was impressed with Deedreās ability to convey her intended message AND accommodate incoming questions on the fly despite technical difficulties. And, of course, her incredible comedy! Deedre would be a true asset for any role that requires sharing a point of view with open honesty, finding creative solutions with participant buy-in, and/or advising the next generation of leaders....
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