Small & Boutique Meetings — Annapolis | Northstar Meetings Group

Cameron Atlas

Keynote Speaker and Host of The Edge of Possible Podcast

As a leading authority on adaptability and continuous improvement, Cameron has spent more than 15 years helping organizations, leaders, and teams unlock new levels of performance in the face of constant change. He hosts The Edge of Possible, which regularly ranks in the top 100 self-improvement podcasts on Apple, delivers immersive keynote experiences with live music on stage, and executes The Edge of Possible leadership program for organizations.

Cameron’s own journey embodies reinvention. He went from growing up on a farm in Outback Australia with 11 people in his graduating class, to embarking on a global adventure that led to becoming a National Geographic Explorer, delivering a TEDx talk in Rome, and hosting one of the fastest growing podcasts in the world. Off stage, Cameron is an avid pickleball athlete, dog dad to his Australian Shepherd Indy, and proudly known as Uncle Cam to six wonderful kids.

Jen Fry

Sports Geographer, Tech Founder, TEDx Speaker

Dr. Jen Fry is a conflict literacy expert, sports geographer, tech founder and sought-after speaker. She leads JenFryTalks, a conflict literacy firm that sits at the intersection of conflict and culture, turning clashes into a leadership advantage by building relationships of clarity, accountability and trust. She recently released her first book, "I Said NO: How to Have a Backbone and Boundaries Without Being a Jerk."

HOSTED BUYERS

ALL QUALIFIED BUYERS WILL BE FULLY HOSTED BY NORTHSTAR MEETINGS GROUP, INCLUDING AIRFARE ALLOWANCE, ACCOMMODATION, MEALS, AND PLANNED ACTIVITIES. QUESTIONS ABOUT HOSTED-BUYER EVENTS? CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Those who are selected to attend will participate in:

• Two productive days of pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings with suppliers ready to welcome your smaller event
• Insightful educational presentations from inspiring speakers
• Networking opportunities with other elite buyers and suppliers

To learn more why past buyers say Northstar events are the most productive, please contact Dana Kallman.

SUPPLIER INFO

Showcase your destination, CVB, DMC, hotel, resort, venue or related service or activity for successful small and boutique-sized meetings and incentive programs. Meet with elite planners and buyers who are currently sourcing suppliers for their upcoming small meetings (100 room nights on peak and below) this year and beyond.

Supplier registration includes 1:1 pre-scheduled appointments, all event networking activities and education.

Please contact your business development director or Shalise DeMott for pricing and sponsorship opportunities.

HOTEL

Historic Inns of Annapolis

Annapolis, Md.

Buyers

We will make your reservations for you.

Suppliers

You will receive information as the event approaches to book your accommodations.

AGENDA

Wednesday July 8
Thursday July 9
Friday July 10

Wednesday, July 8

2:00pm – 5:30pm

Registration

2:00pm – 5:30pm

Supplier tabletop set-up (Optional)

5:30pm – 6:00pm

Planners: Properties Tour

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Welcome Reception (red/white/blue attire)

Sponsored by Historic Inns of Annapolis

Thursday, July 9

7:00am – 7:30am

Yoga on the State House Lawn

7:30am – 8:45am

Breakfast Buffet

9:00am – 12:15pm

Appointments

10:30am – 10:45am

Break

12:15pm – 12:45pm

Change & Walk to Lunch

12:45pm – 2:30pm

Lunch & Educational Session: "The Edge of Possible: Unlocking Potential in a Rapidly Changing World"

Presented by Cameron Atlas
Sponsored by Meet In Maryland

More Detail

We are living through one of the most accelerated periods in history, driven by advances in AI, emerging technologies, and global shifts that are redefining how we live and work. In this landscape, success belongs to those who can adapt quickly, lead through uncertainty and turn disruption into opportunity.

In this experiential session, Cameron shares powerful stories, real-world examples and practical strategies to equip participants with what it really takes to embrace change as a constant, move beyond fear, and take bold, decisive steps into the unknown. Whether you are navigating transformation, launching a new initiative, or leading others through change, this session is designed for those ready to reinvent their thinking, challenge what’s possible, and shape what comes next.

As a result of this program, audience members will:

Identify and overcome the mental blocks that limit progress
Transform fear and uncertainty into motivation for growth
Develop strategies to take bold, decisive action in uncertain times
Embrace change and agility as drivers of momentum and innovation
Gain tools to lead with clarity and thrive in uncharted territory

2:30pm – 6:00pm

Departure for Activities

2:30 – 4:45pm

Great Frogs Winery

Bus departure from Rams Head

2:30 – 4:45pm

Paddle Boards & Kayaks

Sponsored by Capital SUP
Bus departure from Rams Head; bring towels & sunscreen

4:00 – 6:00pm

2 Hour Crew Match Schooner Sailing Race

Sponsored by Schooner Woodwind
Stroll to City Dock – see location on the app; bring sunscreen

4:00 – 6:00pm

Scenic Severn River Cruise

Sponsored by Watermark
Stroll to City Dock – see location on the app

5:45pm

Walk to Annapolis Waterfront Hotel

3-6 block walk for those not on a boat
Boats will disembark at the Waterfront hotel at 6pm

6:00pm – 8:30pm

Reception/Dinner (nautical attire)

Sponsored by Annapolis Waterfront Hotel

Friday, July 10

7:00am

Depart Hotels and Walk to The Graduate by Hilton

Bring your luggage to your hotel’s lobbies for transport to Governor Calvert House for storage until the end of the event today.

7:15am – 7:45am

Breakfast

Breakfast & AV Sponsored by The Graduate Hotel By Hilton

7:45am – 9:00am

Educational Session: "What You Said Isn’t Always What They Heard"

Presented by Jen Fry

More Detail

Most people think conflict is caused by disagreement. But in reality? It’s usually caused by unclear communication. Especially in high-stakes environments like meetings and hospitality, where timelines are tight, a missed detail, a vague request or a tone that didn’t land right can set off sparks. This session will take an unflinching look at how even ""good"" communicators accidentally trigger conflict through their habits, assumptions and shortcuts.

Participants will come away:

Understanding how small lapses in clarity lead to big misunderstandings
Knowing why passive communication fuels conflict more than direct disagreement
Carrying tools to prevent, not just respond to, tension in communication

9:00am – 9:15am

Walk from The Graduate to Governor Calvert House

9:30am – 12:00pm

Appointments

10:45am – 11:00am

Break

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Build Your Own (to-go) Lunch

1:00pm

Retrieve Your Luggage & Departure Transfers Begin to BWI Airport

Transfers sponsored by Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County

CONTACT

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR SALES REPRESENTATIVE OR:

Suppliers Contact

Shalise DeMott

Vice President, Sales

[email protected]

Buyers Contact

Dana Kallman

Director of Buyer Development

[email protected]

Event Logistics Contact

Angela Cox

Vice President, Events

[email protected]