Practical AI for the Way Events Actually Get Planned
AI is changing how meeting planners work, from everyday tasks to more complex event workflows.
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Tim Altbaum, CMP, CMM
Tim Altbaum, CMP, CMM, is CEO and Co-Founder of Vario Productions. With nearly 30 years of experience in meetings and events, he is a frequent speaker on AI in the events industry and Past President of MPI Dallas/Fort Worth. Tim has presented at MPI World Education Congress and for SITE Global, helping event professionals understand how AI can support planning, communication, operations, and attendee engagement.
His practical approach focuses on real-world AI use cases, tools, and prompting techniques that planners can put to work right away.
Vario Productions is a full-service event production and technology company creating seamless, memorable event experiences nationwide.
