TheCR Connect - The Community Roundtable

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AGENDA*

In 2016 we explored the theme "Community Takes Center Stage" through sessions, group discussions, and hands-on training programs. In 2017 we took that idea further with "Telling Your Community Story" - as the spotlight shines brighter on community programs, we explored how to build your community narrative, prove your community's ROI, and sell your community success to stakeholders. In 2018 we tackled the idea that Community Accelerates Organizational Transformation.

The theme for Connect 2019 is "Community Leaders Ascend."

Our 2019 State of Community Management research found that community leaders are often still isolated from business decision-making and those involved in business operations often don’t understand communities. As communities become more integrated and influential this disconnect is creating ever greater risk. Communities are impacting organizations in a wide range of ways but they are not institutionalized, leaving them vulnerable to small changes in leadership. We will focus on ways for community leaders to create a greater impact in their programs and organizations as a whole.

View the full agenda with sessions titles and speakers here.

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PARTICIPANTS

We encourage active community practitioners at every level of the organization to participate in TheCR Connect. A limited number of passes are available, as we strive for an intimate group of engaged peers.

Last year, participants represented a wide variety of community roles and titles, including:

Director of Digital Communications
Community Manager
Business Program Manager
Corporate Operations Manager
Director of Human Resources
Communications Coordinator
Community Strategist
Global Communications Manager
Sr Director, Connected Customer Experience
Strategist, Online Collaboration
Enterprise Community Manager
Social Media Consultant
Manager, Community Development
Director of Knowledge Management
Digital Community Manager
Sr. Learning Strategist
Global Head of Community and Social Media
Customer Engagement Associate

Director, Online Communities
Program Manager Global Support - Community
Senior Manager, Community Operations
Strategic Advisor, Community Engagement
Sr. Manager, Learning Experience & Delivery
VP, Talent & Learning
Head of Communities and Engagement
Sr. Director of Member Engagement
VP Industry Marketing
Community Engagement Manager
Advisor, Community Engagement
Director- Community and Content Integration
Technical Support Knowledge Analyst
Community Moderator
Director of Community
Intranet Manager
Collaboration Programs Manager

In 2019, global community leaders from these organizations participated in TheCR Connect:

Connect 2019 FAQ

When is Connect this year?

TheCR Connect will take place on September 24-25 in Boston, MA. There is an optional pre-conference Community Solutions Showcase on Monday, September 23rd that is included in your event pass price.

What does my event pass include?

Your Connect pass includes the full two-day Connect workshop experience, and our new pre-conference Solutions Showcase. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks (and unlimited coffee!) are provided all three days.

Your pass also includes parties on Monday and Tuesday nights.

I work for non-profit, is there a special rate?

Yes! Qualified participants can save an extra $100 off the current price. Email us to learn more.

Is Connect at an accessible location?

Yes! The Revere Hotel is ADA-compliant and has a dedicated hospitality team. If you have accessibility questions or requests please let us know.

Where is Connect this year?

TheCR Connect will take place at the Revere Hotel in downtown Boston, MA.

What if I just want to go to the Solutions Showcase?

You can! Solutions Showcase passes are available here.

How can I be a speaker at Connect?

The majority of our speakers are taken from our member attendees.

If you are currently a member you'll be asked to indicate your interest when you register. If you aren't a member you can join TheCR Network here.

How can I pitch Connect as a great investment to my stakeholders?

Download our Connect 2019 Justification letter and share all the powerful reasons Connect is a great investment for any online community professional.