In this episode of No More Bad Events, Scott Bloom chats with Anne Bonney, Keynote Speaker and Event Emcee , about embracing change within organizations, particularly at events and meetings. Anne shares insights about why change is often resisted and how event planners can overcome inertia and risk aversion. They discuss strategies for introducing new elements at events, the importance of emotional intelligence, creativity through discomfort, and the evolving role of emcees and keynote speakers.The episode also touches on personal stories, memorable event moments, the value of interactivity and audience engagement, the psychological resistance to change at events, strategies for implementing gradual change at meetings, and the risks of not updating or modernizing events.Bottom line? Embracing incremental change in events—supported by empathetic communication and creative involvement keeps gatherings relevant, engaging, and competitive in an evolving world. The willingness to dance in the discomfort zone which is the opposite of getting out of the zone is the pathway to growth, freshness, and lasting impact.