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What are the characteristics of a Breakout Session?
An effective way to add focus and value to a conference, and to re-energize attendees, is through the use of breakout sessions. Similar to a workshop in the nature of its size and interactivity, a breakout session stems from the larger, general-themed conference and features speakers who possess a specific expertise or skill set. It is this smaller, more intimate setting that attendees find valuable, as they can more easily ask questions and engage in discussion with both the speaker and fellow participants.
At APB, our breakout session speakers understand the fine balance of providing information and encouraging participation. They offer their knowledge, yet gauge the interest and involvement of the attendees to guide the direction of the session. Such a personalized experience puts attendees at the forefront of your event. They become the focus and can learn from each other under the guidance of a top motivational, inspirational, or business speaker.
Featured Speakers: Breakout Sessions
APB’s breakout speakers specialize in creating interactive and engaging events. APB’s Top Breakout Speakers include Dr. Alvin Poussaint, a Harvard psychiatrist, media expert, and bestselling author; Robert Kuttner, a leading economic journalist, author and political theorist; Kay Koplovitz, a cable television pioneer and executive; and Anastasia Goodstein, a youth social media and marketing guru. The small size of a Breakout session allows speakers to involve the audience by asking them to participate in the discussion, rather than just observe the lecture.
Breakout Sessions: Children / Family / Education
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Alvin Poussaint
Psychiatrist / Media Consultant / AuthorA veteran of the Civil Rights Movement, Dr. Poussaint is a Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School who is renowned as an expert and educated crusader for the African American family within our multicultural society. He has worked closely with Bill Cosby, serving as an advisor on The Cosby Show, and has partnered with him to co-author a rallying cry to the diversity community, Come On, People! On the Path from Victims to Victors.
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Kay Koplovitz
Founder, USA Networks / Author / EntrepreneurKoplovitz is the founder of USA Networks and the first woman network president in television history. A pioneer in cable television networks and new media ventures, she is a visionary woman who led the emergence of cable television from the backcountry of America to challenge the mighty broadcast networks for coveted audiences. She continues to be a visionary in raising venture capital for women entrepreneurs and in launching new programming companies that challenge the frontiers of the digital age.
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Robert Kuttner
Political Economist / Award-Winning Columnist / AuthorRobert Kuttner is a leading political economist, speaker and author who seeks to broaden the public debate on how to achieve a prosperous and fair economy.
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Anastasia Goodstein
Award-Winning Blogger / Tween Marketing ExpertAnastasia Goodstein is an award-winning blogger and often-quoted expert on American tweens, teens and early twenty-somethings. She has worked in media for the past 15+ years, having helped launch youth oriented web and television properties for brands like Oxygen, AOL and Current TV, and is currently Director of Digital Programs for the Inspire USA Foundation.
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