John Chen

CEO & The Big Kid of Geoteaming, Digital Team Building and Gamification Expert, Author of 50 Digital Team Building Games (Wiley), MPI, EO, FUN!

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Leah's pre-conference LinkedIn strategy: comment blitz! Drive engagement and surprise attendance. Ever tried this? Click https://t.co/uyTMsgT39k to register

#LinkedInTips #Networking

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Need fresh fundraising ideas? Think beyond the bake sale! Golf tournaments and pickleball matches can bring in major donations. #Fundraising #EventIdeas

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Public speaking has a 'risk factor moment'—when the audience sees your vulnerability and starts rooting for you. Embrace the potential for error; that's where connection begins. #PublicSpeaking #CommunicationSkills

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Teamwork Through Pandemic: How We Overcame Business Challenges

The Engaging Retreat, Learn the BEST in how to ENGAGE at in-person, hybrid and virtual meetings, 10/20/26-10/22/26
Click https://t.co/Prq9szr4uf to register

#engagingretreat #johnchen #virtualmeeting #zoom

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Theoretical knowledge vs. embodied experience. It's not enough to know—you have to *be* seen, *be* present, and truly *experience* the concepts to understand them. #EmbodiedLearning #Experiential

[John Chen @bigkid]

If your meeting only works for a few people…

It’s time to redesign it.

I’ll be sharing how at MPI’s World Education Congress.

Join us June 2–4 👇
https://t.co/MtjUZfI0Tn

#mpiwec #thoughtleadership #eventindustry #meetingprofessionals #facilitation #engagingvirtualmeetings

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Instead of asking: “Any thoughts?”
Ask:
👉 “If you had to choose, which would you go with?”
Decisions create stronger engagement than opinions.

#engagingvirtualmeetings #johnchen #virtualmeeting #zoom #zoommeeting #virtualevent #workfromhome #virtualevents #virtualconference

[John Chen @bigkid]

When you design for belonging, people show up differently.

More open. More engaged. More connected.

Let’s talk about how at MPI WEC.

Join us June 2–4 👇
https://t.co/MtjUZfI0Tn

#mpiwec #thoughtleadership #eventindustry #meetingprofessionals #facilitation

[John Chen @bigkid]

Wine tasting made easy! Learn to appreciate basic flavors and pair lighter wines perfectly with appetizers and salads. Elevate your dining experience! #WineTasting #WinePairing

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What if the future isn’t choosing between tech or in-person—but learning how to thrive in both at the same time? 🎧 Click https://t.co/03hGyDnza2 to subscribe to the Engaging Virtual Meetings Podcast, new episodes every Wednesday!

#engagingvirtualmeetingspodcast #johnchen

[John Chen @bigkid]

Great facilitation isn’t about control.

It’s about creating space for contribution.

I’ll be sharing how at MPI WEC.

Join us June 2–4 👇
https://t.co/MtjUZfI0Tn

#mpiwec #thoughtleadership #eventindustry #meetingprofessionals #facilitation #engagingvirtualmeetings #johnchen

[John Chen @bigkid]

Boring Safety Meeting: Pen Trick to ESCAPE!

The Engaging Retreat, Learn the BEST in how to ENGAGE at in-person, hybrid and virtual meetings, 10/20/26-10/22/26
Click https://t.co/Prq9szr4uf to register

#engagingretreat #johnchen #virtualmeeting #zoom #zoommeeting

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The future of meetings is participatory.

Not passive.

Let’s build that future together at MPI WEC.

Join us June 2–4 👇
https://t.co/MtjUZfI0Tn

#mpiwec #thoughtleadership #eventindustry #meetingprofessionals #facilitation #engagingvirtualmeetings #johnchen

[John Chen @bigkid]

Lindy MacLaine created a space where ideas landed, conversations sparked, and the audience stayed fully engaged.

The Engaging Retreat, Learn the BEST in how to ENGAGE at in-person, hybrid and virtual meetings, 10/20/26-10/22/26
Click https://t.co/Prq9szr4uf to register

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Speakers, unlock LinkedIn! Use it for communication, education, and even booking gigs. Decode the algorithm and watch your reach explode. #LinkedInTips #Speaking

[John Chen @bigkid]

Not everyone raises their hand.

That doesn’t mean they don’t have something to say.

Let’s design meetings that bring those voices forward.

Join us June 2–4 👇
https://t.co/MtjUZfI0Tn

#mpiwec #thoughtleadership #eventindustry #meetingprofessionals #facilitation

[John Chen @bigkid]

Join us at the AANHPI Summit 2026 as inspiring changemakers come together for a powerful day of connection, culture, and community.

📍 Seattle Public Library + Zoom
🎟 FREE Registration
📅 May 27

Register here: https://t.co/bgHJZbNMzl

#aanhpi #aanhpisummit

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Alex's PowerPoint Karaoke: The Ultimate Number 9 Reveal!

The Engaging Retreat, Learn the BEST in how to ENGAGE at in-person, hybrid and virtual meetings, 10/20/26-10/22/26
Click https://t.co/Prq9szr4uf to register

#engagingretreat #johnchen #virtualmeeting #zoom #zoommeeting

[John Chen @bigkid]

Designing for different personalities changes everything.

From who speaks… to what gets created.

I’ll be sharing how at MPI WEC.

Join us June 2–4 👇
https://t.co/MtjUZfI0Tn

#mpiwec #thoughtleadership #eventindustry #meetingprofessionals #facilitation #johnchen

[John Chen @bigkid]

Fundraising presentations often fail because they're boring. The key? Storytelling and interactive elements. Make it emotional, show real value, and watch the engagement soar. #Fundraising #Storytelling