February CIO Hour
How Agentic AI Can Impact Your Event Success
AI isn’t coming—it’s already here, and it’s changing the game for events and associations 🚀
If you’ve been wondering whether AI is all hype or actually delivering results, this session will give you the real story. Join Chris, Joe, and James as they share what’s actually working in the field right now, from targeting prospect lists with smart data enrichment to building AI-powered personas that actually drive results.
This isn’t theory—it’s practical insights from the trenches, with actual implementations, and honest talk about what works (and what doesn’t). You’ll see how agentic systems are automating complex workflows, get a first look at new capabilities, and leave with actionable ideas you can use right away.
Whether you’re dealing with shrinking budgets, trying to integrate new tools, or just trying to keep up with the pace of change, this session will help you cut through the noise and move forward with confidence.
What You’ll Learn:
- How agentic services differ from other forms of AI
- How to leverage AI for cleaner data to improve marketing outcomes and control costs
- Hear insights from a leading trade group on their use of AI
- Get a sneak peak at what the future may hold with upcoming event tech
EXTRA 30
Due to the popularity of this topic, we’re adding an EXTRA 30 minutes with the panelists from 3:00 to 3:30. This is your opportunity to ask questions and share ideas on the AMS Selection process with the other participants and panelists.
The CIO Hour is NOT just for CIO’s! The CIO Hour is a monthly webinar designed specifically for non-tech association staff to boost their IT-IQ.
How to Submit Questions
- Register for the program and submit your question/s in the registration form.
- Think of additional questions after you register? No problem. Just email additional questions to theciohour@501works.com during the month to have new questions added to the next month’s 501 CIO Hour.
- Ask questions during the program via the chat function.
The CIO Hour will be recorded each month in case you miss it. However, we hope you attend and engage with the industry experts and other participants regularly so you continue to boost your IT-IQ.
Speakers
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Chris Bonifati CEMDirector of Marketing Operations & Analytics, APPA/Global Pet ExpoChris Bonifati, CEM, boasts an extensive career within the Pet Industry, notably serving as a key Trade Show organizer for APPA/Global Pet Expo. Renowned for his adeptness in data-driven decision-making, Chris leverages his skills to craft compelling narratives that resonate with his audience, ensuring optimal experiences at events.
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James MarquisCIO, 501WorksJames is a seasoned senior executive with more than 20 years of experience working with associations and non-profits of all sizes. James possesses excellent communications skills allowing him to function as a trainer, technology evangelist and to bridge the divide which frequently exists between functional business units and information technology specialists. Coupled with his ability to deep-dive into technology, these key skills allow James to operate across department lines and organizational levels to better integrate technology with the strategic and tactical needs of an organization
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Joe ColangeloCEO and Co-Founder of Bear AnalyticsCo-Founder and CEO of Bear Analytics, a data analytics firm focused on delivering solutions to event professionals that help them derive more insights from the data they’re collecting.
Formerly the principle strategist behind the strategic development of BIO’s One-on-One Partnering System, a web-based, SaaS platform, focused on providing biotech and pharma companies an efficient system for engaging in face-to-face interactions at an international portfolio of events.
