Why the Marcus Evans Summit was one of the best events I have ever attended

“We have established a partnership with a provider we encountered at the Summit and anticipate an annual expenditure of approximately USD 200,000 on their services. The Summit provided an excellent opportunity to explore various vendors and their offerings,” said Michele Granitz, Head of Benefits, National Life Group, a speaker and delegate at the Marcus Evans Employee Benefits & Compensation Summit.

What new possibilities and business opportunities has the Summit brought your way?

Attending my first Marcus Evans Summit introduced me to structured one-on-one meetings, which I found highly effective. Contrary to my initial concerns, I discovered a significant number of vendors aligned with our interests, surpassing my expectations.

Are you working with any of those service providers?

We have initiated collaboration with one service provider offering a benefit we aimed to implement promptly for our employees, with an anticipated annual expenditure of approximately USD 200,000. Additionally, there are five other potential vendors we may engage with in the future.

Had you heard of that service provider prior to the event?

Yes, we were aware of the company but had not engaged with them previously. While considering another provider offering a similar service, our encounter at the Summit prompted us to reassess. The discussions led us to believe that their offering could provide a superior experience for our employees, thanks to insights gained at the Summit.

Had they approached you before?

Any prior outreach attempts from them would likely have been overlooked, as we prioritize face-to-face interactions over email or phone communications. Meeting them at the Summit was instrumental, as we typically rely on brokers for information due to the volume of vendor inquiries we receive.

How was the Summit different from other events?

The Summit’s structured approach to one-on-one meetings was particularly valuable. It allowed me to delve deeply into vendor offerings, a stark contrast to events where time constraints often limit meaningful engagement. The focused 30-minute sessions at the Marcus Evans Summit were revelatory and among the most productive I’ve experienced. Additionally, the quality of speakers and presentations, coupled with the professional treatment I received as a speaker by Marcus Evans staff, underscored their exceptional event management capabilities.

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