Chris Cherian: Leading Engaging Virtual Events

by Jeff Bond

I'm the Co-Founder of Chat With Leaders Media and People First Elevation Team, where my team and I help values-driven businesses create content that strengthens relationships, fuels engagement, and drives high-performing cultures. We partner with communications, marketing, and people teams to produce thought-leadership podcasts, executive messaging, and event content. My team and I also work with leaders to transform company meetings into culture-defining moments—ensuring they align teams, elevate key voices, and inspire action. As a board member of Conscious Capitalism Atlanta, I advocate for business as a force for good. Outside of work, I’m passionate about faith, family, and using influence to create lasting impact.

Chris Cherian the CEO of Gatherly, a spatial video chat platform designed to provide seamless virtual networking events. He is also a senior at The Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania studying Finance and Management. When he’s not working, he enjoys playing with his Goldendoodle, Gatsby, fishing, and rooting for the Atlanta Falcons (no matter the score!).

Chat Highlights

How virtual events are creating opportunities for leaders to engage and build community during the pandemic.
How can you ensure that everyone feels equally engaged and valued when you’re running an event comprising both in-person and virtual audiences?
What are the top (3-5) ways to ensure you’re going to be successful at creating this equal engagement and successful outcomes from your hybrid events?

Get In Touch

Connect with Chris on Linkedin
Email chris@gatherly.io
Check out their platform at Gatherly.io

Gatherly featured by Forbes: This Virtual Events Startup Is Tackling ‘Zoom Fatigue’ One Meeting At A Time

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