http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog The latest news from cmi Speakers en admin@cmispeakers.com Copyright 2012 2012-02-21T18:14:35+00:00 http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/influencer-of-the-week-jeremy-lin/ http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/influencer-of-the-week-jeremy-lin/#When:18:14:35Z Connie Dieken is a regular contributor for the Huffington Post. Her Influencer for this week is phenom rookie basketball guard - Jeremy Lin. Jeremy Lin has faced Kobe Bryant and won. Jeremy Lin has faced the jaded New York crowd and has become their unadulterated hero. He is leading a sub-par basketball team- the New York Knicks  - to heights that the critics never thought they could achieve this year.  But Lin is not just breaking records on the court, this young athlete is creating records all around the world.  In her recent article, Connie Dieken discusses how Jeremy Lin was able to become an Influencer, and she provides tips for any of us who want to achieve our "big break." To read further>> Event Planning/Marketing, News and Updates, The Heart of the Matter, 2012-02-21T18:14:35+00:00 http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/mobile-payments-are-already-mainstream/ http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/mobile-payments-are-already-mainstream/#When:18:23:45Z Brett King outlines the mobile payments that are currently available for use and what the future holds. "There are those that will tell you it will be many years before mobile payments is mainstream. You’ll hear figures like 2014, 2016 or even later bandied around as to when mobile payments will hit mass adoption. However, I believe the primary measure to focus on when looking at these sorts of predictions is first and foremost exhibited customer behavior – the predilection to a shift in the way they pay, bank, purchase or shop. If you look at consumer behavior, the story is very simple. The great mass is not only ready for mobile payments, they are racing towards it as fast as they can whenever the opportunity presents itself."   - Brett King     In his current blog Brett focuses on successful mobile payments that are currently used today:  Pay Pal  Starbucks Square As well, King let's us know how credit card companies are employing the same philosophy of mobile transactions,  Read further on how payment behaviour has shifted.  Keynote Speakers, Brett King, News and Updates, 2012-02-20T18:23:45+00:00 http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/customer-experience-the-only-business-value-that-matters/ http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/customer-experience-the-only-business-value-that-matters/#When:20:06:09Z Lior Arussy gets them talking and tweeting at the SAP Workshop. Recently Lior Arussy spoke at the SAP Customer Experience Workshop and engaged the participants to truly look at the value of the Customer Experience.  As Greg Chace describes in his article,  Lior encourages companies  to look past reporting targets, but to deliver the ultimate customer experince.   Something that the client will remember - to create a good memory that will exceed your customer expectations. These customers will retain the good memory and will be loyal to you.   Read More>> Keynote Speakers, Lior Arussy, Event Planning/Marketing, News and Updates, 2012-02-14T20:06:09+00:00 http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/great-speakers-for-2012-tim-sanders/ http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/great-speakers-for-2012-tim-sanders/#When:17:35:09Z Successful Meetings reveal their list for the top twelve speakers for 2012. Late last year Successful Meetings unvieled their top speaker list for 2012.  With no surprise to us here at cmi, Tim Sanders was selected as a must have for events in 2012.  To read further on Tim and the full 2012 list  click here...  Keynote Speakers, Tim Sanders, Event Planning/Marketing, News and Updates, 2012-02-13T17:35:09+00:00 http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/10-year-anniversary-love-is-the-killer-app/ http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/10-year-anniversary-love-is-the-killer-app/#When:22:53:57Z It's heart month – this is the month we’re supposed to be a little sweeter to the people we love. But should that cross-over into the business world? It's heart month – this is the month we’re supposed to be a little sweeter to the people we love. But should that cross-over into the business world? I think so and so does my dear friend, Tim Sanders. He says it absolutely should and for him it does. He has lived ‘the Lovecat way’ for all of his business life. We’ve been working together for almost 5 years and he has always shared his knowledge, his network and shown compassion to me and my staff...Brittany and Shannyn are the kisser's in this photo. February 14, 2012 marks the 10th anniversary of Tim’s exceptional bestselling book, Love is the Killer App. If you’ve not read it, you should – click here to pick up your copy. To learn more about the Lovecat way, watch the video below from the book launch – his message is as relevant as it was 10 years ago – I believe it is a timeless message. Happy Valentine’s Day to all of you from the team at cmi who does ‘business with heart.’      Karen Harris, cmi President   The Heart of the Matter, 2012-02-07T22:53:57+00:00 http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/beyond-the-branch-new-distribution-mechanisms/ http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/beyond-the-branch-new-distribution-mechanisms/#When:14:00:08Z The world is changing and the banking world must keep up with it. In his latest article, Brett King predicts how the future of banking will start to shape itself.  He discusses that existing online payment services along with social media, and mobile digital technology -  are already re-shaping the banking consumers patterns. To find out what the outcome of the banks will be click here>> Keynote Speakers, Brett King, Event Planning/Marketing, News and Updates, 2012-02-02T14:00:08+00:00 http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/emerging-markets-where-will-your-future-growth-come-from/ http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/emerging-markets-where-will-your-future-growth-come-from/#When:17:00:40Z Filmed from downtown Istanbul, this latest video of Mike Walsh's addresses the new emerging markets. Move over BRIC nations there are some new kids in town that are going through global economic transformation.  Watch below to view Mike's discussion on the new emerging markets and why major organizations should be excited.         Image: ddpavumba / FreeDigitalPhotos.net Keynote Speakers, Mike Walsh, Event Planning/Marketing, News and Updates, 2012-02-01T17:00:40+00:00 http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/mark-thompson-on-broadway/ http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/mark-thompson-on-broadway/#When:14:00:03Z Mark Thompson goes from the boardroom to Broadway. Produced by Alicia Keys, a new production called “Stick Fly” is taking Broadway by storm to sold-out audiences. Check out ABC's interview with Alicia here. And guess who’s backed the production…yes cmi’s very own Mark Thompson! Mark knows how to help innovative companies grow faster. He's a founding board member and investor in Apple Computer's most popular app company for the hit TV show GLEE. Using similar technology expertise, last week Mark became a partner in developing the world's first Broadway 4D theatre concept. It will be 3D video, along with wind, scent and moisture to create a live experience. Due to open in 2013, the new theater will feature 26 “Best of Broadway Hits” with Hugh Jackman, Madonna, Andrew Lloyd Webber and other iconic entertainers.  Keynote Speakers, Mark Thompson, News and Updates, The Heart of the Matter, 2012-01-25T14:00:03+00:00 http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/what-will-you/ http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/what-will-you/#When:18:19:05Z IMEX recently released its predictions of the future trends in the meetings industry for 2012. IMEX America,  has unveiled their forecast of the meeting trends of 2012. Get ready folks, we will be seeing a continuing rise in social media, with LinkedIn leading the way. Organizations demanding more "bang for their buck", with a focus on education. Green is on the rise, with major players leading the way. There is a lot to be excited for in 2012.. Continue reading here>>                *Photo courtesy of jscreationzs* Event Planning/Marketing, News and Updates, 2012-01-24T18:19:05+00:00 http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/its-an-olympic-year/ http://www.cmispeakers.com/index.php/blog/post/its-an-olympic-year/#When:18:32:21Z When your customers are looking for an Olympic speaker…give them someone who is also a business speaker. Cary Mullen, 2-time Olympian and World Cup Champion who still holds the World Downhill Skiing Record is the CEO of VivoResorts.  He’s in the trenches, managing his contractors, leading his sales team and helping his customers. Check out his resort development company that is thriving through these tough economic times…more>> Keynote Speakers, Cary Mullen, Event Planning/Marketing, News and Updates, 2012-01-23T18:32:21+00:00