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BDI — Celebrating 25 Years

About BDI

An Award-Winning ABM Event Marketing Agency

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How BDI Evolved

BDI began by producing content and networking events in New York City, then expanded into full conference production focused on the intersection of business and technology. That experience became the foundation for a more focused model: account-based roadshows designed around a client’s target accounts, thought leadership, markets, and business goals.

Meet the team
  1. 2001

    BDI Begins in New York City

    Early programs combined content and networking events for professional communities across New York City.

  2. 2000s

    Conference Production Expands

    For roughly a decade BDI focused on the intersection of technology and business, producing one of the first-ever conferences on social media’s impact on business, with speakers including Reid Hoffman, founder of LinkedIn.

  3. 2014

    The Account-Based Model Takes Shape

    BDI reinvented itself as an account-based event marketing agency, producing client acquisition roadshows for B2B companies — what we call Accelerate Events.

  4. 2020–22

    The Model Adapts and Returns

    The pandemic affected the whole events industry. BDI survived with only a few months’ break, relaunching in August 2022 as a boutique agency for a select group of technology clients.

  5. Today

    A Focused Executive Experience Partner

    BDI produces roadshows for clients including Adobe, HPE, Equinix, NVIDIA, Digital Realty and AMD, known for high-quality attendees, speakers, content and venues.

Meet the Team Behind the Room

BDI’s team combines community development, client success, technology, creative production, and venue coordination.

Linda Cruz, BDI team member

Linda Cruz

Senior Community Success Representative

Elizabeth Etzler, BDI team member

Elizabeth Etzler

Client Success Manager

Rachel Etzler, BDI team member

Rachel Etzler

Manager of Client & Community Success

Robyn Etzler, BDI team member

Robyn Etzler

Co-Founder

Steve Etzler, BDI team member

Steve Etzler

Founder & CEO

Matthew Jacobs, BDI team member

Matthew Jacobs

Senior Creative Technologist

Morgan Sharkey, BDI team member

Morgan Sharkey

Community & Audience Data Manager

Emi Veliz, BDI team member

Emi Veliz

Client Success

Terrance Watkins, BDI team member

Terrance Watkins

Technology Manager

Julia Weber, BDI team member

Julia Weber

Venue Coordinator

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Frequently asked questions

What Attendees Ask Before an Event

These are the questions attendees most often ask before joining a BDI executive lunch or dinner.

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Are BDI events open to everyone?

BDI events are invitation-only and intentionally limited in size. You may submit an RSVP through the individual event page, and the team will review availability and audience fit.

Where are events hosted?

In-person programs are typically held in private rooms at carefully selected restaurants or hospitality venues. The individual event page contains the confirmed location details.

When should I arrive?

Arrival times vary by program. The event page and confirmation messages provide the schedule, and arriving 10–15 minutes early is generally helpful.

Will the event be recorded?

Some programs include photography or recording. Any event-specific consent requirements are communicated before or during the program.

Are alternate dates available?

Some programs are offered on multiple dates. Include your preference in your RSVP or contact message and we will let you know what is available.

Are dietary options available?

Vegetarian and other dietary accommodations can usually be arranged. Note your requirements in your RSVP or contact message.