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“If events aren’t being taken seriously, it’s because we’re speaking the wrong language”

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The events industry has long argued for its place at the top table. It talks about impact, engagement and ROI. It points to packed rooms, standing ovations and post-event buzz as proof of success.

But according to DRPG founder and CEO Dale Parmenter, the problem isn’t visibility – it’s language.