The Premier
Event for
Entrepreneurs
to Grow & Scale
their business.
The Thing Orlando 2021
November 5-7 | Hyatt Place Orlando, FL
The Premier Event
for Creatives
to Bring their
ideas to life.
The Thing Orlando 2021
November 5-7 | Hyatt Place Orlando, FL
The Premier Event
for Leaders to scale
their influence and impact.
The Thing Orlando 2021
November 5-7 | Hyatt Place Orlando, FL
The Premier Event
for Marketers to
become more effective.
The Thing Orlando 2021
November 5-7 | Hyatt Place Orlando, FL
The Premier Event
for Makers to
increase their sales.
The Thing Orlando 2021
November 5-7 | Hyatt Place Orlando, FL
Everyone has some wish, some dream, some “thing,” that they are working to bring to life. This is the place.
It takes courage to pack your bags and take that first/next step toward it, even if it's just to say it out loud to someone else. The journey of the creative or entrepreneur or leader can be a lonely one, but it doesn't have to be.
Each session & every speaker has been chosen to help you do your Thing and teach you how to:
- Get clear on your MISSION and who you serve and how you serve them.
- Use Digital Platforms and Social Media to build community.
- Help you get your MINDSET in the right place to make what others find impossible, possible.
- Find the MONEY that you need to grow your business.
- Learn how to leverage the MEDIA to get and spread your Authority
- Use a content strategy to get your MESSAGING in place to scale your ideas.
- Discover the MARGIN you need to have the life you want!
- Get a MARKETING plan for your brand to accomplish the goals YOU have for YOUR business.
- Use Story to get attention through audio and video.
- Sustain MOMENTUM beyond just a weekend in Orlando.
- …and much much more. All in a room full of fellow “Thing’ers” and Speakers who are here for you on the journey to doing your THING!
Everyone has some wish, some dream, some “thing,” that they are working to bring to life. This is the place.
It takes courage to pack your bags and take that first/next step toward it, even if it's just to say it out loud to someone else. The journey of the creative or entrepreneur or leader can be a lonely one, but it doesn't have to be.
If You have More Ideas Than Results.
During Our Days Together We Are...
Define
Begin by identifying your thing in the Define phase. This will be the place where we ask “Why not” rather than question if it’s impossible. Every speaker will be inspiring, not just a cheerleader to get you excited, but a coach that will inspire you to take action.
Dream
Next, develop YOUR blueprint in the Dream phase. You will walk away with the tools to clarify your messaging, utilize social media for telling your brand’s story, sales and how to actually close the deal, collaboration to get even better ideas. Informed Dreams are really powerful.
Do
Every speaker will be sharing actionable tactics that not only are they actually practicing but ones that you can implement in the work you do. No “theories” here…Come to The Thing with just an idea and leave with results! Already "mid flight?" Discover how to go further faster.
Everyone Has a Thing. What Is Yours?
Everyone has some wish, some dream, some “thing,” that they are working to bring to life. This is the place.The Thing puts you in the room, sitting side-by-side with over twenty speakers and fellow attendees who are up to something.
Are you ready to dive into intimate interactions about the things that matters to you most? Whether it’s inspiration, support, strategy, or tactics, The Thing is all about making your thing become real.
Is The Thing Really for me?
Creatives & Makers
You are the kind of person that brings things to life. Whether it’s something you see, hear, smell, taste, or feel, you create for art, for function, for passion, for all of us.
Entrepreneurs & Leaders
You disrupt and do not accept the status quo. You make change in wants, desires, and behavior. You build and sell because you can’t imagine doing anything else.
Mavericks & Innovators
You fulfill on visions and dreams. You bring the out the best in others to build things, structures, and organizations that last. You live with one foot in the future.
The Thing Might Not Be for You
What do you mean? Why wouldn’t it be for me? Let’s be honest: Not everyone is ready to move on their dreams right now. Maybe you’re more comfortable just daydreaming about what might be, rather than take tangible action. Maybe you like the fantasy of it more than getting to work. If that’s the case, The Thing isn’t for you.
If you are The Thing, you’ve got to be ready to get to work and get out of your comfort zone. Are you?
The Thing 2021 Speakers
On the stage and in the room are not only fantastic communicators but practitioners of what they teach.
Karen Anderson
Craig Fraser
Katrina Stone
Mike Kim
Paul Klein
Roberto Candelaria
Rachel Miller
Josh Pies
Benj Heard
Steve Anderson
Johnathan Lee Iverson
Aurora Gregory
Chuck Balsamo
Rob Lott
Surprise Guest
Angel Tuccy
Warren Carlyle
JJ Barrows
Jeff Barnes
Jeff Goins
Terry Weaver
C. McNair Wilson
Leslie Weaver
Leigh Holt
Damon Oates
Mike Brennan
Justin Schenck
Andy Storch
Liz Wilcox
The Thing Orlando 2021 Schedule
VVIP Thing Starts Nov 2 | The VIP Thing Starts Nov 4 | The Main Thing Starts Nov 5
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VVIP DAY
3rd Nov
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VVIP – Session One |
10:00am - 12:30pm
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VVIP DAY
3rd Nov
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VVIP – Lunch (Included in VVIP Registration) |
12:30pm - 1:30pm
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VVIP DAY
3rd Nov
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VVIP – Session Two |
1:30pm - 3:30pm
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VVIP DAY
3rd Nov
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VVIP – Session Three |
4:00pm - 6:00pm
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VIP DAY
4th Nov
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VIP – Meet at Walt Disney World Theme Park |
8:00am - 9:00am
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VIP DAY
4th Nov
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VIP – VIP Tour with a Disney Imagineer |
9:00am - 9:00pm
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“I was nervous about spending the dollars to attend The Thing but I decided to say yes to investing in me. From one conversation with a speaker following their talk at the event I went home and made 40k! Obviously this event is on my must-attend list every year now!”
Liz Wilcox, Marketing Professional
Now Is The Time to Secure Your Spot.
Dream, plan and above all else, do your Thing. The world needs you, fully expressed and bringing your special gifts to to the world. Join the creators and makers, the leaders and entrepreneurs who are traveling the same path with you. Together, we'll go far.
THE MAIN THING
- Welcome Resource Pack
- Welcome Dinner Friday Night
- Lunch on Saturday & Sunday
- Starbucks Coffee & Tea Breaks
- Guaranteed Seating to All Sessions
- 10 Sessions that will Inspire you to action, Connect you to community, & Equip with the tools to scale.
- Guaranteed Seating to All Sessions
- 3 Incredible Days working ON your business
- Access to Exclusive Discounted Disney World Tickets
THE VIP THING
- Includes everything in "The Main Thing” plus
- A Bonus Day Behind the Magic
- Private tour of Walt Disney World with an Imagineer on Thursday
- Bonus VIP ONLY Workshop
- VIP Dinner on Saturday Night with Some of Our Speakers
- Reserved VIP Seating for Main Sessions
- Signed books from several of the speakers
- Limited Number of Attendees
THE VVIP THING
- Everything in "the VIP THING" plus
- Whiteboard Session Working On Your Ideas, Products, and Brands with Disney Imagineer & Brand Strategist
- Dinner 11/2 at a Disney Springs Restaurant
- Day 2 at Luxury Vacation Home 11/3
- Lunch with your fellow VVIP's
- Lunch at Dinner at Our Luxury Vacation Home
- A Bonus Day and half that will shape the future of of your business
- Extremely Limited Number of Attendees
Ok, This seems cool but, the VVI...WHAT???
THE MAIN THING
At its core, The Main Thing (11/5-7) is three days packed with premier speakers who will infuse you with inspiration, strategy, and tactics. You’ll get to meet them and your fellow attendees at a welcome reception and enjoy complimentary lunches (Sat & Sun) and Starbucks coffee and snacks throughout the conference. For a little added oomph, you can schedule coaching appointments with our speakers. Not that you even need an appointment because The Thing is Green Room free, our speakers are in the room with you not hiding backstage!
THE VIP THING
The day before the main event is The VIP Thing (11/4), a very special day at a Walt Disney Theme Park with a Disney Imagineer as our own private tour guide. Experience the magic of the Happiest Place on Earth with those who helped make it and learn how creating Disney magic can impact your thing. The morning of the first day of The Main Thing, you’ll get a special bonus session, as well as the opportunity to connect with many of our speakers and guests at a private dinner for VIPs on Saturday evening.
THE VVIP THING
Already have a good idea of your thing and want to light a fire under it? Or maybe you’re not even sure where to start. Join The VVIP Thing (11/3) a couple of days before the main event and spend it in a luxury vacation home with a small handful of like-minded people to dig into your ideas, projects, and brands. We’ll take you through the same process that Disney Imagineering does. How do we know? The intensive whiteboard session will be led by a Disney Imagineer. You’ll also enjoy a private lunch, as well as a special dinner and evening of fun and relaxation in Disney Springs on 11/2. PLUS you get another day and half of bonus content included with The VIP Thing.
it's time to take action for your thing
Meet Your Host: TERRY WEAVER
What We've Heard About The Thing
Our Host Hotel & Venue
Hyatt Place – Lake Buena Vista Resort, just minutes from Walt Disney World® Resort and five minutes from Disney Springs®. Onsite enjoy thoughtfully sourced, regionally inspired food, premium alcoholic beverages and specialty coffee drinks. Located within steps of world-class shopping, wonderful dining and fun entertainment. Explore our Orlando theme parks and Orlando Daytona Beach packages for a fun vacation.All our spacious rooms feature our plush Hyatt Grand Bed™ and state-of-the-art media and work centers. Sit back and relax as you watch your favorite show on our 42” TV or snuggle up in our Cozy Corner with sofa-sleeper. Suites start at just $109 a night.
Hyatt Place Orlando
8688 Palm Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32836 T: (407) 778-5500
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