Скачать или смотреть EPNow 2026 - The Power of the Ask: How One Bold Question Can Change Everything

How many opportunities are missed simply because we never ask?

In this talk, Starr Stephenson, Senior Marketing Manager at Deltek, shares a powerful reminder that growth in events—and in your career—often starts with one simple question.

Through a story that began with a booth stool and led to a $10,000 brand partnership, Starr demonstrates how curiosity, courage, and reframing a request can unlock unexpected opportunities.

In this session you’ll learn:

✔ Why event professionals often pre-reject opportunities before asking
✔ How small asks can build confidence and momentum over time
✔ Why framing the “why” behind your ask increases the likelihood of a yes
✔ How to treat “no” as data instead of failure
✔ Practical examples of bold asks in sponsorships, negotiations, and career growth

This session is a reminder that boldness doesn’t always mean being loud—sometimes it’s simply having the courage to ask the question.