Join the Event Professionals Network!

The Event Professionals Network (EPN) is a worldwide network of event professionals dedicated to sharing insights, supporting each other, and collaborating to create exceptional events.

The Event Professionals Network (EPN) is a free community built for event and marketing pros to connect, collaborate, and grow together.

Founded in 2020 by Lisa Gregory, CEO of Gregory Event Services, EPN has expanded into a thriving Slack community with over 1,000 members worldwide.

This no-sales zone is a place to exchange insights, solve challenges, and sharpen your skills alongside a supportive network. Led by Lisa, the Gregory Event Services team, and dedicated members, EPN offers monthly meetups, expert tips, and open discussions on everything from trade shows to trending event strategies.

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EPN’s 2027 Signature Events

Two distinct virtual events. More ways to grow.

Join the Event Professionals Network for the Leadership Summit on January 28 and the Annual Conference on February 18.

Whether you’re leading teams and shaping strategy or building skills and turning ideas into action, there’s an experience designed for where you are – and where you’re going.

Choose the event that aligns with your goals, or attend both for the complete EPN experience.

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Come Say Hi In Person!

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Meet Your Event Community - In Person!

Take the conversations beyond Slack! EPN’s in-person meetups bring event professionals and field marketers together to build connections, exchange ideas, and catch up with people who understand the work you do. Space is limited, and RSVP is required..

Coming Up Next:

📍 Salt Lake City, UT | November 8th

📍San Francisco, CA | November 10th

📍Las Vegas, NV | December 2nd

RSVP For Your City!

November Meet Up:

Annual Planning Without the Panic

How Event Pros Are Building Smarter Plans For 2027

Date: Thursday, November 5th

Time: 10 - 10:45 AM PT / 1 - 1:45 PM ET (45 mins)

Location: Virtual (Zoom link provided)

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EPN AI Toolkit Series

Free Guides & Toolkits for Event Professionals

Explore a growing library of practical resources for event professionals — leadership insights from peer-led conversations, plus step-by-step AI workflows you can put to work today. Built by event professionals, for event professionals.

New guides are added regularly, so there's always something fresh to learn from and apply to your next event.

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CFP Now Open

EPN is powered by practitioners.

The Call for Speakers is officially open, and we’re looking for event leaders ready to share real-world insights – the wins, the lessons, the frameworks, and the strategies that are working now.

If you’re actively navigating modern event complexity and have perspective that could elevate fellow professionals, we invite you to step forward.

Apply to Be a Speaker

EPNow 2026 On-Demand

The conversations don’t end when the event does.

EPNow 2026 sessions are now available on-demand, featuring industry leaders sharing practical insights, strategic frameworks, and lessons learned from the front lines of events.

Watch the sessions you missed or revisit the ideas that sparked new thinking.

Watch On-Demand

Event Professionals Network (EPN) Benefits

Community Support and Resources

Join a free, supportive network of event professionals who share resources, offer advice, and collaborate to tackle challenges and succeed together.
Industry Specific Education and Professional Development

Access to tailored education and skill-building opportunities designed to keep you at the forefront of event trends and career growth.
Networking and Events for Event Professionals

Participate in engaging events and meetups that connect you with peers, spark new ideas, and create lasting professional relationships.