Book Joshua L. Grimes, A Dynamic Speaker For Your Event
Expert legal insights, specially designed for your audience
Joshua Grimes is a nationally-recognized meetings & events industry lawyer who delivers engaging and informative presentations worldwide. He breaks down complex topics like contracts, risk management, force majeure, and the impact of new laws into actionable, practical insights. Participants gain knowledge they can put to use immediately.
Why Book Joshua Grimes?
Recognized Leader – Named a Meetings Trendsetter and Changemaker by top industry publications.
Industry Insider – Nearly 40 years of experience advising event pros, hotels, and associations.
Experienced Speaker – Featured at major conferences, webinars, and corporate training events worldwide.
Packed with Useful Insights – Breaks down complex legal topics into actionable takeaways.
Flexible Formats – Tailored to your audience’s needs, available for in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats.
Where You’ve Seen Him Speak
Josh has taken the stage at hundreds of events for leading organizations, including:
Meeting Professionals International (MPI)
Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA)
National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals
American Society of Association Executives (ASAE)
Meetings Today
Convention Sales Professionals International
Pharmaceutical Meeting Planners Forum
Canadian Society of Association Executives (CSAE)
…and many more!
Current Speaking Topics
Josh’s sessions are designed to give your team the knowledge (and confidence) to tackle real-world challenges. He covers a range of critical legal topics for meeting and event professionals.
Josh’s speaking topics include:
Leave Nothing on the Table: Must-Have Contract Clauses
Leveraging AI in Meetings & Events: Opportunities and Legal Pitfalls
Contracting For Meetings in a Challenging Business Climate
Just When I Thought I’d Seen It All: New Considerations in Contracting
Socially Committed & Legally Compliant Meetings: Aligning your DEI Strategy with the Law
Contract Negotiations: A “How To” Workshop
“We've had the pleasure of working with Josh as a speaker for our chapter numerous times, and he is always a favorite among our members.
His ability to provide concise, relevant updates on contracting policies is invaluable, especially in an ever-changing legal landscape. Josh's presentations are not only informative but tailored to both our planner and supplier members, ensuring that the content is applicable to all. He is always punctual, professional, and easy to collaborate with, and the positive feedback we receive from attendees is consistently outstanding. We will continue to bring Josh back in the future for his expertise and engaging presentations.”
Heather Kresge, Meetings Professionals International New Jersey Chapter
See Josh Grimes In Action
Disney Food Allergy Case: Legal Perspectives
Hosted by Eating at a Meeting
Contracting Food & Beverage in 2023
Hosted by Eating at a Meeting
Critical Contract Clauses
Hosted by Meetings Today
Hospitality Today Live with Josh Grimes, Attorney at Law
Canceling an Event: What You Legally Have to Do
Hosted by Endless Events
The New Legal Landscape for Event Contracts
Hosted by PCMA Event Leadership Institute
Legal Considerations on Virtual Events
Hosted by Team Happily
Lawyer Joshua Grimes on Crafting Event Force Majeure Clauses
Hosted by MPItv
Town Hall with Attorneys Josh Grimes and Jon Howe – Part 1
Hosted by MPI
Town Hall with Attorneys Josh Grimes and Jon Howe – Part 2
Hosted by MPI
Live Meetings Updates 2021 & Beyond: A Legal Discussion
Hosted by Meeting Sites Pro, Inc.
How to Navigate Today’s Legal Landscape for Meetings
Hosted by MPI Middle Pennsylvania Chapter
In-House Legal Training for Event Professionals
In addition to keynote presentations and conference sessions, Josh provides custom legal training for companies in the meetings and events industry. Virtual, in-person, and hybrid formats available.
Media & Press Inquiries
Josh Grimes frequently offers expert commentary for leading industry organizations on meetings, events, and hospitality-related legal issues. Contact us for availability.
Book Joshua Grimes for Your Next Event!
Availability is limited—contact us for dates and fees.