Executive Overview
Julius Solaris is the founder of Boldpush, a leading management consultancy specifically serving the event industry. Recognized as the most influential individual in the event industry for the last decade, Solaris combines deep domain expertise with extensive entrepreneurial and consulting experience. His role as a trusted advisor to high-profile clients—including Fortune 500 companies, event industry CEOs, and leading tech platforms such as IMEX, Swapcard, Hopin, Bizzabo, SAS, InEvent, and Eventsair—positions him as a key decision-maker and opinion leader within the global events and meetings ecosystem.
Current Role & Boldpush
Founder & Principal Consultant, Boldpush
- Function: Strategic advisory and management consultancy for event professionals, enterprise clients, and industry CEOs.
- Service Focus: Consulting, insights, trend analysis, group executive coaching, and exclusive industry events.
- Content Platform: Publisher of the industry’s fastest-growing newsletter, delivering reports and actionable insights. Achieved rapid market adoption, with _9,000 subscribers in its first year_ and notable engagement among senior event professionals.
- Industry Influence: In 2023, Solaris’ written content was read by 7-8 million LinkedIn users, leading to his recognition as a _Top Voice_ on LinkedIn.
- Global Reach: Delivers keynote presentations internationally, having spoken in 15 countries to audiences exceeding 250,000 event professionals.
Reputation & Recognition
- Named "Most Influential Individual in the Event Industry" for over ten years by multiple trade media.
- Designated as a 2023 Trend Setter by Meetings Today magazine.
- Conducted some of the industry’s most cited research, with over _300,000 professionals downloading his reports and analyses_.
- Consults directly with globally recognized brands and industry disruptors, offering thought leadership on event technology, marketing, and human-AI interaction.
Entrepreneurial Track Record
EventMB & Showthemes
- EventMB (Event Manager Blog): Founded in 2007 in Italy as a professional blog, Solaris scaled it to a leading media platform for the events sector with _50,000+ newsletter subscribers_ and _300,000 monthly website visitors_. Sold the business to Skift (2019), where he maintained an editorial leadership role post-acquisition.
- The Skift acquisition followed two previous failed deals, reflecting persistence and negotiation acumen.
- EventMB's content positioned the brand for record success during the virtual shift of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Showthemes: Launched as a WordPress-based solution for event websites and sold in 2017 for a six-figure sum to Imagely. This exit contributed to Solaris’ financial independence and entrepreneurial reputation in the sector.
Thought Leadership & Industry Impact
- Recognized for groundbreaking research on event marketing trends, event technology, and the intersection of AI and events.
- Example sessions include “Planning Events with AI” at the 2024 Event Management Summit.
- Publishes extensively through multiple platforms, including his Boldpush Insights newsletter and cross-platform social media presence, e.g., _30,000+ Instagram subscribers_ and active thought sharing on LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and YouTube.
- Continually cited in top event industry and business publications; his insights influence the strategic direction of event marketing and technology adoption.
Professional Background & Education
- Academic Credentials:
- MBA in Marketing, University of Technology Sydney
- BA in Communication and Media, European School of Economics / Nottingham Trent University
- Additional study at Di Cagno Abbrescia (Italy)
- Geographical Experience: Professional and entrepreneurial experience across Southern Europe (Italy), the United Kingdom (London), and the United States (Las Vegas).
- EB1 visa recipient (“extraordinary ability”), underpinning his international stature within the event space.
Notable Achievements
- Led two successful business exits (Showthemes and EventMB).
- Built and monetized large digital communities through content and thought leadership.
- Directly supported strategic pivots for industry players during periods of massive change, such as the rise of virtual events amid the pandemic.
- Recognized as a Top Voice on LinkedIn, indicating trusted influence among business professionals and event leaders.
Professional Interests
- Strategic consulting on event technology adoption, event marketing, and digital transformation
- Research and analysis on the use of AI in events and new industry paradigms
- Community and ecosystem building through content, networking, and education for event professionals
- Supporting industry advancement through coaching, keynote speaking, and insights publication
Contact Channels
- Official Website: [https://juliussolaris.com/](https://juliussolaris.com/)
- Boldpush: [https://boldpush.com/](https://boldpush.com/)
- Newsletter: [insights.boldpush.com](https://insights.boldpush.com/)
- Social Media: Active presence on X (Twitter) and Instagram ([@tojulius](https://www.instagram.com/tojulius/?hl=en))
Julius Solaris consistently leverages his proven experience, sector authority, and entrepreneurial acumen to guide leading organizations and professionals navigating disruption and opportunity within the global event industry. His unique blend of consulting rigor, influential content creation, and direct experience with digital business models positions him as a key contact for organizations seeking industry insights or strategic partnership opportunities.
