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ConferenceDirect / LeanneCalderwood.com
Leanne Calderwood, CMP is a LinkedIn and personal branding trainer, speaker and content creator based in Kelowna, BC. With over 20 years’ experience in the meetings and events industry as a site selection professional, Leanne supports professionals in building stronger online brands that attract visibility and opportunity—without relying on traditional sales tactics.
Leanne delivers training programs focused on LinkedIn strategy, personal branding and B2B communications, including the use of AI tools such as ChatGPT for content development. Leanne was inducted into the Canadian Meetings + Events Expo Hall of Fame in 2023 as an Industry Mentor and is a regular contributor to publications, podcasts and conference education programs across North America.
Outside work, Leanne enjoys life in the Okanagan with her husband, two sons and her dog, Farls Barkley. She is a self-professed tea enthusiast and a passionate advocate for introverted professionals navigating loud industries.
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If you want to start your industry thought leadership, refine your personal brand, or level up your LinkedIn presence without feeling overwhelmed, Leanne will help you pinpoint where your profile is holding you back and what small changes can create immediate visibility, credibility and connection. Whether you're stuck on your headline, unsure what to post, or curious how AI tools like ChatGPT can support your thought leadership and content creation, this is your fast-track to a stronger online presence.
Book your time with Leanne here.
Learning outcomes:
Identify one high-impact improvement for your LinkedIn profile
Clarify your thought leadership style
Whiteboard your unique message and amplify your brand

If you want to start your industry thought leadership, refine your personal brand, or level up your LinkedIn presence without feeling overwhelmed, Leanne will help you pinpoint where your profile is holding you back and what small changes can create immediate visibility, credibility and connection. Whether you're stuck on your headline, unsure what to post, or curious how AI tools like ChatGPT can support your thought leadership and content creation, this is your fast-track to a stronger online presence.
Book your time with Leanne here: https://link.feacreate.com/widget/bookings/imex2025
Learning outcomes:
Identify one high-impact improvement for your LinkedIn profile
Clarify your thought leadership style, to help move your message in an aligned direction
Whiteboard your unique message, and amplify your brand
This session is approved for the following certifications.
* ICCA Skills Domain CICS/CICE: Module 3: Destination Promotion, 1.50 credits