The Blueprint 2.0: From Conversation to Collective Action

At CSE Live 2025, the event industry came together for an honest conversation that resonated deeply. Planners, suppliers, and producers openly addressed the issues we all face but rarely discuss publicly: inconsistent pricing, shrinking budgets, unpaid creative work, toxic client expectations, a lack of professional standards, and the urgent need for fair business practices across the board.

That landmark session, called “The Blueprint: Setting the Rules of Engagement,” sparked something bigger: a shared recognition that if we want a stronger, more respected, and sustainable industry, it’s up to us to build it.

Now, one year later, The Blueprint 2.0 takes the next step. This focused working group session moves beyond talk and into tangible solutions. We’ll reflect on what’s been achieved since last year, including the projects launched, the conversations that have endured, and the small wins that signal real change. Then, we’ll dive into how we sustain that momentum, address systemic challenges, redefine value, and shape a more unified, future-ready industry.

This isn’t a sprint; it’s the long game, retraining how we work, collaborate, educate, and lead. Expect a marathon of ideas, real debate, and practical frameworks to carry forward. Whether you’re a corporate planner, supplier, entrepreneur, or educator, this is your chance to help define what comes next for yourself, your peers, and the generations that follow.

The conversation started last year. The movement starts now.