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A strong pipeline can be just as dangerous as a weak one.

It’s something Steve Parks, CEO of Convivio, is seeing play out in real time.

“Agencies are finally seeing momentum – but they’re in headless chicken mode. Years of crisis have left them without the structure to handle demand, so founders are scrambling instead of leading,” says Steve.

Instead of enjoying the rewards of growth, many leaders are stuck firefighting – they’re being pulled into the weeds and unable to step back. This can leave them feeling overwhelmed with no time to think, no space to lead and no clear structure for growth.

In this session Steve will explore how to structure your agency for stability, take advantage of global trends, and stop running your business in panic mode. A must-attend for any founder who wants to finish 2025 strong.

You’ll learn:

• Why many agencies are stuck in “headless chicken mode”. Steve will explain why years of reactive working has left agencies unprepared for growth – and why chaos often increases just as things start to go well.
• What market turbulence means for European agencies. From US instability to shifting talent dynamics, Steve will share what he’s seeing and how those changes could create new opportunities for your business.
• What it looks like to step back and lead more strategically.
• What it means to build a business that doesn’t rely solely on you.
• How to use this point in the year to reset and refocus. September is a natural turning point – this session will help you take stock and decide where to focus your energy next.

“It’s about building a business that stands on its own – rather than relying purely on the founder,” says Steve.

If you’re feeling scattered, overly involved in every step, or simply want to scale with intention – this session is for you.