{"id":426,"date":"2026-09-20T11:42:27","date_gmt":"2026-09-20T09:42:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/?page_id=426"},"modified":"2026-10-22T14:44:25","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T12:44:25","slug":"conferences","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/nl\/conferences\/","title":{"rendered":"Conferences"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_e11ab399 height_large\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\" style=\"--additional-gap:1.5rem;\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h6>Conferences<\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h1>Elevate your conference<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>A well-thought-out conference is an experience that unfolds like a compelling story. As a conference moderator, event program consultant, and speaker coach, I help you shape that story. By curating presentations that seamlessly connect and conducting interviews that stick, I turn your next event into an engaging experience that delivers results.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image us_custom_97145cd4 has_aspect_ratio align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Loek-Daemen-moderator-1-1024x640.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Book Loek Daemen as your event moderator or conference chair\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Loek-Daemen-moderator-1-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Loek-Daemen-moderator-1-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Loek-Daemen-moderator-1-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Loek-Daemen-moderator-1.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_large\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_2dbf7b3f\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>I elevate your event as<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default equal_height\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-4 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-vwrapper valign_top us_custom_2a21bf79 align_none\" style=\"--vwrapper-gap:12px\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Conference chair &amp; event moderator<\/h4>\n<p>I guide your audience through a seamless journey with focus, energy, and infectious enthusiasm.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column with_collapsible_content\" data-content-height=\"0px\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Authentic, bespoke, and inspiring. With a smooth, open, and engaging stage presence, I make genuine contact with your audience from the moment I step up. As your event emcee and moderator, I tell stories that connect, moderate panel discussions with sharp, insightful questions and keep the event moving on schedule while maintaining focus on your organization\u2019s goals.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"toggle-links align_none\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"collapsible-content-more\">Meer weergeven<\/button><button type=\"button\" class=\"collapsible-content-less\">Minder weergeven<\/button><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-4 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-vwrapper valign_top us_custom_2a21bf79 align_none\" style=\"--vwrapper-gap:12px\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Event program consultant<\/h4>\n<p>I help design engaging programs focused on audience experience and high-impact content.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column with_collapsible_content\" data-content-height=\"0px\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>To improve the quality of your event, I approach your conference program from the perspective of your guests. I help you coordinate form and content to create a dynamic, engaging flow. This keeps attention high, and helps you get tangible results from your conference.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"toggle-links align_none\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"collapsible-content-more\">Meer weergeven<\/button><button type=\"button\" class=\"collapsible-content-less\">Minder weergeven<\/button><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-4 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-vwrapper valign_top us_custom_2a21bf79 align_none\" style=\"--vwrapper-gap:12px\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Expert speaker coaching<\/h4>\n<p>Increase the impact of your conference by training, guiding, and coaching your speakers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column with_collapsible_content\" data-content-height=\"0px\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>The quality of speakers and their presentations determines the impact your conference makes. I help speakers align their stories effectively and strengthen their presentations through individual coaching or training. I help them shine to ensure that every story at your event resonates.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"toggle-links align_none\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"collapsible-content-more\">Meer weergeven<\/button><button type=\"button\" class=\"collapsible-content-less\">Minder weergeven<\/button><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_large\"><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:var(--color-content-bg-alt)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_2dbf7b3f\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>About my work<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-content-carousel items_3\" id=\"us_content_carousel_d038\"><style>@media (max-width:600px){#us_content_carousel_d038 .owl-carousel{--items-gap:16px!important}}<\/style><div class=\"owl-carousel valign_stretch dotstyle_circle navstyle_circle arrows-ver-pos_bottom_outside arrows-hor-pos_center arrows-disabled_hide owl-responsive-2000 with_arrows\" role=\"group\" aria-label=\"Carousel\" style=\"--transition-duration:350ms;--items-gap:32px;--arrows-size:1.1rem;--arrows-gap:96px;\" data-us-json=\"{&quot;aria_labels&quot;:{&quot;prev&quot;:&quot;Previous&quot;,&quot;next&quot;:&quot;Volgende&quot;,&quot;slide&quot;:&quot;item&quot;,&quot;slide_x_of_y&quot;:&quot;%1$s van %2$s&quot;,&quot;play&quot;:&quot;Afspelen&quot;,&quot;pause&quot;:&quot;Pauzeren&quot;},&quot;autoplayContinual&quot;:false,&quot;autoplayContinualCss&quot;:false,&quot;autoplayHoverPause&quot;:false,&quot;autoplayTimeout&quot;:3000,&quot;autoWidth&quot;:false,&quot;smartSpeed&quot;:350,&quot;margin&quot;:32,&quot;mouseDrag&quot;:true,&quot;rtl&quot;:false,&quot;slideBy&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;touchDrag&quot;:true,&quot;slideTransition&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;responsive&quot;:{&quot;0&quot;:{&quot;autoHeight&quot;:false,&quot;autoplay&quot;:false,&quot;autoplayContinualCss&quot;:false,&quot;autoWidth&quot;:false,&quot;center&quot;:false,&quot;dots&quot;:true,&quot;items&quot;:1,&quot;loop&quot;:false,&quot;margin&quot;:16,&quot;nav&quot;:true,&quot;stagePadding&quot;:0,&quot;slideBy&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;touchDrag&quot;:true,&quot;mouseDrag&quot;:true},&quot;601&quot;:{&quot;autoHeight&quot;:false,&quot;autoplay&quot;:false,&quot;autoplayContinualCss&quot;:false,&quot;autoWidth&quot;:false,&quot;center&quot;:false,&quot;dots&quot;:true,&quot;items&quot;:2,&quot;loop&quot;:false,&quot;margin&quot;:32,&quot;nav&quot;:true,&quot;stagePadding&quot;:0,&quot;slideBy&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;touchDrag&quot;:true,&quot;mouseDrag&quot;:true},&quot;1025&quot;:{&quot;autoHeight&quot;:false,&quot;autoplay&quot;:false,&quot;autoplayContinualCss&quot;:false,&quot;autoWidth&quot;:false,&quot;center&quot;:false,&quot;dots&quot;:false,&quot;items&quot;:3,&quot;loop&quot;:false,&quot;nav&quot;:true,&quot;stagePadding&quot;:0}}}\"><div class=\"w-video us_custom_a48c9e25 align_none has_border_radius has_iframe\"><div class=\"w-video-h\"><iframe title=\"Youtube video player\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/HFN6cWlSFgQ?autoplay=0&controls=1&origin=https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/nl&loop=0&mute=0\" allowfullscreen=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-video us_custom_a48c9e25 align_none has_border_radius has_iframe\"><div class=\"w-video-h\"><iframe title=\"Youtube video player\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/4AxeQq-1CmI?autoplay=0&controls=1&origin=https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/nl&loop=0&mute=0\" allowfullscreen=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-video us_custom_a48c9e25 align_none has_border_radius has_iframe\"><div class=\"w-video-h\"><iframe title=\"Youtube video player\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/qgdcUluYY5w?autoplay=0&controls=1&origin=https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/nl&loop=0&mute=0\" allowfullscreen=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_large\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\" style=\"--additional-gap:1.5rem;\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>How I work<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_2dbf7b3f\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Every conference has its own story to tell. That story has a purpose, a goal, a takeaway for your audience. What do you want your guests to experience? What new ideas do you want to share? What impact do you want your event to make on your industry? That is our starting point. As a moderator, program adviser and speaker coach I help you to set specific, attainable goals for your event and help build the stories, program and presentations to achieve them. You lead, I guide. I put your event on a pedestal.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image us_custom_97145cd4 has_aspect_ratio align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/How-I-work-Loek-Daemen-1600-x-1000-1024x640.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"The perfect presentation follows 3 rules\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/How-I-work-Loek-Daemen-1600-x-1000-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/How-I-work-Loek-Daemen-1600-x-1000-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/How-I-work-Loek-Daemen-1600-x-1000-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/How-I-work-Loek-Daemen-1600-x-1000.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_large color_alternate\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\" style=\"--additional-gap:1.5rem;\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Ready to grow? Let\u2019s connect!<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>You are unique. So is the challenge facing you, your organization, or your conference. A standard, one-size-fits-all public speaking course rarely works. The best results come from personal approach and a clear focus on your goals. I would love to hear more about what you\u2019re looking for and explore how I can help. So, let\u2019s connect!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>E-mail me at <a style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"mailto:connect@loekdaemen.com\"><strong>connect@loekdaemen.com<\/strong><\/a> and tell me a little about your upcoming event, presentation, or team goals.<\/p>\n<p>Follow me on my socials for new presentation tips, tricks and insights!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-socials us_custom_8776e93d color_link shape_rounded style_outlined hover_fade\" style=\"--gap:8px;\"><div class=\"w-socials-list\"><div class=\"w-socials-item linkedin\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/pitch-perfect-presentation-training\/\" class=\"w-socials-item-link\" aria-label=\"LinkedIn\"><span class=\"w-socials-item-link-hover\"><\/span><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i><\/a><div class=\"w-socials-item-popup\"><span>LinkedIn<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-socials-item youtube\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC_b-Fgroairn9OiBb6B9iZw\" class=\"w-socials-item-link\" aria-label=\"YouTube\"><span class=\"w-socials-item-link-hover\"><\/span><i class=\"fab fa-youtube\"><\/i><\/a><div class=\"w-socials-item-popup\"><span>YouTube<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-socials-item instagram\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/loekdaemenpresenting\/\" class=\"w-socials-item-link\" aria-label=\"Instagram\"><span class=\"w-socials-item-link-hover\"><\/span><i class=\"fab fa-instagram\"><\/i><\/a><div class=\"w-socials-item-popup\"><span>Instagram<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-vwrapper valign_top us_custom_237129e0 card-beige has_text_color align_none\" style=\"--vwrapper-gap:24px\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Request a call back<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Fill out the form below, and I will personally reach out to you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><form class=\"w-form  us-field-style_1 layout_ver show_message_after_sending for_cform us_form_1 validate_by_recaptcha\" action=\"https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/nl\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/426\" method=\"post\" style=\"--fields-gap:24px\" data-trp-original-action=\"https:\/\/loekdaemen.com\/nl\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/426\"><div class=\"w-form-h\"><div class=\"w-form-row for_text has_label required\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"w-form-row-label\">\r\n\t\t\t<span>Name *<\/span>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"w-form-row-field\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<input aria-label=\"Name\" type=\"text\" name=\"us_form_1_text_1\" value placeholder data-required=\"true\" aria-required=\"true\"\/>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"w-form-row-state\">Dit is een verplicht veld<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"w-form-row for_text has_label required\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"w-form-row-label\">\r\n\t\t\t<span>Phone number *<\/span>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"w-form-row-field\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<input aria-label=\"Phone number\" inputmode=\"tel\" type=\"text\" name=\"us_form_1_text_2\" value placeholder data-required=\"true\" aria-required=\"true\"\/>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"w-form-row-state\">Dit is een verplicht veld<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"action\" value=\"us_ajax_cform\" \/>\r\n<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"post_id\" value=\"545\" \/>\r\n<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"form_index\" value=\"1\" \/>\r\n<div class=\"w-form-row for_submit align_none\"><button class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1\" type=\"submit\" aria-label=\"Request call back\"><span class=\"g-preloader type_1\"><\/span><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Request call back<\/span><\/button><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-form-message\"><\/div><div class=\"w-form-json hidden\" data-us-json='{&quot;ajaxurl&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/loekdaemen.com\\\/wp-admin\\\/admin-ajax.php&quot;,&quot;messages&quot;:{&quot;err_empty&quot;:&quot;Dit is een verplicht veld&quot;,&quot;err_size&quot;:&quot;Bestandsgrootte mag niet groter zijn dan %s MB&quot;,&quot;err_extension&quot;:&quot;Bestandstype %s is niet toegestaan&quot;,&quot;err_recaptcha_keys&quot;:&quot;reCAPTCHA-sleutels zijn onjuist&quot;},&quot;recaptcha_site_key&quot;:&quot;6Lf9IHErAAAAAG-SRpUWL9JO-q158ePTli1hXqO3&quot;,&quot;recaptcha_api_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.google.com\\\/recaptcha\\\/api.js?render=6Lf9IHErAAAAAG-SRpUWL9JO-q158ePTli1hXqO3&quot;}'><\/div><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"trp-form-language\" value=\"nl\"\/><\/form><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Conferences Elevate your conference A well-thought-out conference is an experience that unfolds like a compelling story. As a conference moderator, event program consultant, and speaker coach, I help you shape that story. 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