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- Industry insight. Contact centers evolve with AI and omnichannel communication to enhance customer experience.
- Networking value. Conferences offer opportunities to learn from peers, discover new tools and network with industry leaders.
- Strategic advantage. Attending events equips professionals with insights to innovate and improve their contact center operations.
As we navigate the dynamic landscape of customer engagement, the role of contact centers continues to evolve at a breakneck pace. Gone are the days when these centers were seen as just cost centers that focused on handling complaints and questions. Today, they stand at the forefront of customer experience, wielding the power of advanced technologies like AI, data analytics and omnichannel communication to deliver personalized, seamless service.
Contact Center Evolution: Must-Attend Industry Conferences
Keeping up with the latest trends, technologies and best practices is crucial for professionals committed to driving excellence in customer experience. Contact center events and conferences offer an invaluable opportunity to stay abreast of all the current trends and best practices. These gatherings are not just about networking; they're about immersion in the future of customer interactions. From tech showcases to deep-dive sessions led by industry professionals, these events can be catalysts for innovation and growth.
For busy customer experience professionals looking to stay ahead of the curve, dedicating time to attend these conferences can be a game-changer. They provide a platform to learn from the successes (and challenges) of their peers, discover new tools, gain strategic insights that can be applied in their contact center and, of course, network with industry peers. In a world where the customer's voice has never been louder, these events can arm you with the knowledge to not just listen, but to take action effectively.
Learning Opportunities
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23
AI: The Essential Vitamin for a Healthy CX
Join us as we unravel the mysteries of AI adoption and discover the key to unlocking a thriving CX ecosystem.
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Apr
23
Navigating Market Dynamics: Leveraging Reputation to Propel Business Growth
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Apr
24
The State of Outsourcing: At the Crossroads of AI, Quality, and Cost Savings
Learn how companies can maximize the results from their outsourcing investments.
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Apr
30
Supercharge Contact Center Efficiency with Generative AI
Learn practical strategies to reduce post-call documentation time by over 8 minutes.
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Contact Center Events for the Rest of 2024
Here are some events contact center leaders should have on their radars for the rest of the year:
Customer Contact East
- Date: April 7-10
- Location: Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
- An interactive discussion that is incredibly open and honest. Real world examples and insights from speakers on the leading edge of customer service and customer experience innovation. Creative networking that is not only fun, but actually fosters real connections. A high-level group of participants invested in the program that show up with willingness to share and support.
- https://www.customercontactmindxchange.com/east/
Call & Contact Center Expo USA
- Date: April 24-25
- Location: Las Vegas Convention Center
- This event is positioned as a pivotal event for enhancing customer engagement. It promises to bring together over 100 speakers, 3,000 attendees and 200 suppliers, aiming to showcase the forefront of call center and business interaction innovations, including AI platforms, cloud structures and real-time analysis. This expo is tailored for those looking to elevate their customer engagement strategies and explore the latest technological advancements in the field.
- https://www.callandcontactcenterexpo.us/
Customer Contact Week Las Vegas
- Date: June 3-6
- Location: Las Vegas
- This event is heralded as the world's largest customer contact event, promising an assembly of over 5,000 attendees, 250 speakers and 165 sessions. The conference aims to provide real strategies and results, showcasing the latest in technology, services and best practices in the customer contact sector. With a focus on actionable insights, the event offers a platform for networking, learning and discovering innovative solutions to enhance customer contact initiatives.
- https://www.customercontactweek.com/
CX Summit North America
- Date: June 17-20
- Location: Nashville, Tennessee
- The CX Summit North America 2024, hosted by Forrester in Nashville, is set to explore the integration of human insights and AI in customer experiences. Themed around creating boundless experiences, the event aims to equip CX, digital and marketing leaders with strategies for enhancing customer loyalty and business impact through advanced customer insights and digital transformation.
- https://www.forrester.com/event/cx-north-america/
NICE Interactions
- Date: June 10-12
- Location: Las Vegas
- Interactions 2024, hosted by NICE, is slated to be a defining event for the future of customer experience (CX), taking place at the new Fontainebleau Hotel in Las Vegas. The conference will span three days and is poised to offer an enriching agenda packed with expert analysis, innovative insights and best practices in world-class CX innovation. Attendees can expect educational sessions, networking opportunities with industry leaders and the latest advancements in technologies like generative AI and cloud solutions.
- https://www.nice.com/websites/interactions/
CONTACT.IO
- Date: August 28-30
- Location: Denver
- Contact.io is a premier event for marketers, call center executives, entrepreneurs and technology leaders across various sectors such as telephony, financial services and healthcare. The conference is designed to facilitate growth by harnessing the power of phone-based marketing and contact strategies, offering attendees insights into the latest tools, technologies and strategies in the industry. With over 700 participants, it provides a valuable platform for networking, learning from experts and exploring innovative solutions to enhance business through calls, texts and messaging.
- https://contact.io/
ICMI Contact Center Expo & Conference
- Date: October 21-24
- Location: Orlando, Florida
- This event is an industry-leading event designed for professionals aiming to enhance the customer experience through innovative technologies and services. The expo promises an engaging mix of interactive sessions, practical insights and networking opportunities, catering to the evolving needs of contact center professionals. Attendees can expect to gain valuable knowledge on the latest industry topics and trends, ensuring they are well-equipped to drive their contact center initiatives forward.
- https://www.icmi.com/contact-center-expo-conference
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Time to Network and Grow at Contact Center Events
The importance of staying updated through contact center events is paramount. These conferences not only offer a glimpse into the future of customer service but also provide practical insights and networking opportunities that are crucial for professional growth and innovation to enhance both your business’s contact center and your own career goals.
