Chris Cherian: Leading Engaging Virtual Events

by Jeff Bond

At the core of Jeff's work is helping servant leaders use their influence as a force for good. As the Co-Founder of Chat With Leaders Media and Executive Partner at People First Elevation Team, he empowers organizational leaders with media solutions that spark collaboration and shared purpose with their teams and customers.

Together with his team, Jeff delivers event production, podcast production, content creation, cross-cultural training, and strategic advisory solutions. They are committed to unlocking the power of inclusive storytelling, shared experiences, leadership development, and feedback integration to ensure their media solutions meet the needs of their clients' stakeholder groups.

Their core values—Partnership, Inclusion, and Empowerment—guide everything they do. By fostering strong partnerships, embracing diverse perspectives, and equipping leaders with the tools to succeed, they aim to transform the way people engage while getting meaningful work done.

Outside of work, Jeff cherishes time with his wife and three kiddos, balancing his roles as a husband and father with his professional life in Atlanta, GA. Connect with Jeff to explore how impactful media solutions can drive success and engagement.

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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