Make event networking actually work.

Wing People designs human-led connections for B2B events, sponsors, and attendees so the right conversations happen without awkward small talk.

Businesses that Gained Valuable Connections Because of Tjena

Trusted by global event teams and brands

What’s a Wing Person and why do events need one?

Events bring the right people into the same room, but connection is usually left to chance. Wing People exist to close that gap by designing and facilitating intentional, human connection, right when it matters.

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Skip the awkwardness

Wing People remove the social friction that makes events uncomfortable by facilitating warm introductions and helping conversations start naturally, without forcing anyone to perform.

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Meet the right people

We replace random networking with intentional introductions, connecting attendees, teams, and sponsors based on relevance, goals, and real opportunity.

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Build real relationships

Because meaningful relationships don’t start with pitches or badge scans. They start with the right conversation, at the right moment, with the right people.

Say Goodbye to
Awkward Hellos.

Walking into a room full of strangers, starting conversations, and making the right connections can be overwhelming.
That’s where Wing People come in.

How Wing people work

We embed real humans in the room to make meaningful connections happen. Our Wing People spark conversations, introduce the right people, and make sure everyone—from sponsors to attendees—gets real value, not just small talk.

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Align on goals

We align on goals, context, and who matters most. Whether you’re an organiser, sponsor, or attending team, we get clear on what success looks like and where connection will have the most impact.

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Facilitate connection on site

We join the event in real time to spark conversations, make warm introductions, and help the right people connect at the right moment.

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Turn conversations into momentum

Networking isn’t about collecting business cards—it’s about creating meaningful, strategic connections that actually last. With Wing People present, conversations turn into real momentum and meaningful next steps.

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How Wing People help

Whether you’re designing an event or showing up to make it count, Wing People help turn networking into meaningful connection with real outcomes.

For event organisers

Design for real connection without redesigning your entire event.

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Increase meaningful engagement without adding complexity to your production.
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Take ownership of connection outcomes, not just attendance.
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Create an event experience people actually remember and talk about.

For sponsors & partners

Replace cold pitching with warm, relevant conversations.

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Have more, higher-quality conversations that actually go somewhere.
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Leave with clear context and warmer follow-ups after the event.
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Show tangible value from sponsorship beyond visibility and impressions.

For attending teams

Know who to talk to, why it matters, and what to do next.

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Make the most of events with or without a booth.
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Spend time in the right conversations instead of guessing.
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Leave with clarity, confidence, and real momentum.

A Wing Person has your back, just like Maverick had Goose..We work inside events to make connection feel natural, not forced, supporting real conversations and warm introductions that actually go somewhere. From sparking meaningful dialogue to connecting the right people, partners, and talent, Wing People turn networking into something human, intentional, and effective. This isn’t just networking. It’s Human Connection as a Service.

Shaena Harrison
Founder & Professional Wing Woman

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A real life Winged Person

Meet The Wing People

Wing People are experienced connectors, facilitators, and community builders who work inside events to support meaningful connection at scale. Each Wing Person is trained to read the room, understand context quickly, and help the right conversations happen in real time—so organisers, sponsors, and teams all get more value from the event.

Shaena Harrison

Shaena, the OG Wing Person behind Wing People, blends warmth, creativity, and boldness to transform networking through events and coaching.

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Orlaith Brogan

Orlaith brings intuition, clarity, and calm to every conversation, helping people and teams grow through genuine connection and confident communication that lasts long after the event.

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Stephanie Darvill

Steph brings energy, warmth, and expertise to help you make lasting connections with authenticity and empathy, ensuring relationships that go beyond the event.

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Amalia Berglöf

Amalia is a community builder and connector with a passion for tech, diversity, and impact—bringing people together.

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Frances Vieras Blanc

Frances is a powerhouse creative director and immersive strategist—your Wing Person. Founder of Eat the Cake Studio, WXO Global Experience Council member, and co-creator of Les Journées de l’Immersif.

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Antonella Stromberg

Antonella brings global marketing and project management expertise, fostering authentic, lasting connections with warmth and professionalism as a Wing Person.

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Joseph M Smith

Joseph M. Smith is a tech professional, podcast host, and event MC dedicated to connecting people to opportunities, fostering collaboration, and empowering others to thrive in the tech industry.

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Siham Alroosan

Siham connects people and ideas to spark innovation, combining empathy, curiosity, and expertise in retail, healthcare, and partnerships.

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David Henderson

David brings energy, insight, and a passion for connecting the right people, creating meaningful relationships that drive lasting success.

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Paula Gould

Paula Gould is a problem-solver and connector with expertise in Marketing, PR, GTM, and Biz Dev across multiple industries

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Ash Phillips

Ash is a connector and mentor, empowering entrepreneurs through global platforms and helping build businesses worth over €100m.

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Mateo Bornico

Mateo is a communications consultant, podcast host, and cultural connector who helps teams build trust, foster belonging, and lead with empathy across cultures, industries, and conversations that matter.

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Jonas Almeling

Jonas is a strategic leader with decades of experience, passionate about connecting people, fostering growth, and driving innovation.

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Karin Pointner

Karin is warm, authentic, and infectiously enthusiastic, radiating a rare kind of magnetic energy that brings people together. She connects ideas and individuals to spark meaningful change through collaboration and creative momentum.

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Andreas Fredriksson

Andreas is a professional Wing Person, ex-consultant turned coach, blending Internal Family Systems, somatic tools, and presence work to guide leaders toward honest communication, clarity, and actionable next steps.

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Aleksandra M Killy

Aleksandra, culturally fluent storyteller and community builder, blends literature roots, food-tech founder grit, and luxury brand strategy to spark connections across tech, art, wellness, investor circles—always radiating vibrant empathetic sparkle.

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Julia Strauss Zimbardi

Julia is a natural connector, leading with empathy and joy. She brings deep expertise in immersive arts, themed entertainment, and storytelling—making magic happen from 3D design to real-world impact.

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Siona Schneider

Siona blends operational brilliance with cinnamon-spiced charm—calm in chaos, sharp on details, and always human. From booths to guest lists, she leads with humour, heart, and high-flying event savvy.

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Jon Thor Sigurleifsson

Have you met Jon? He’s the sales-ops whisperer and connection strategist who turns tech jargon into real talk—and strangers into clients.

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Stephanie Garey

Steph combines her love for good people, curious conversations and taking action to create impactful experiences for professionals looking to change the world for the better.

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Lindsey Lerner

Lindsey Lerner is your go-to wing person, helping generalists turn diverse skills into purposeful careers with creativity and strategy.

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David Knutsson

David Knutsson empowers teams with resilience and communication skills, inspiring sustainable growth through global events and collaboration.

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Tammy Lynn Gilmore

Tammy Lynn Gilmore is a global community builder, event producer, and music enthusiast, specialising in impactful events and meaningful connections.

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Shené Abdul

Shené, a creative Wing Person, fosters safe, authentic spaces for connection, mentoring founders, and guiding teams toward sustainable growth.

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Margaux Miller

Margaux Miller, a TEDx speaker and global community builder, helps foster authentic connections and empower meaningful relationships worldwide.

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Stephanie Tess Manrique

Stephanie is your Wing Person for executive communication—Speaking Coach, Communication Specialist, and Personal Development Mentor. With 15+ years in global entertainment and tech, she empowers authentic, captivating presence.

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Tony Friede

Tony Friede is an innovation-driven leader specializing in digital transformation, AI solutions, and mentoring disruptive startups globally.

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Roland Williams

Roland is a seasoned intrapreneur who naturally fosters connections that open new paths to market expansion and influence.

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Prisca C

Connector, problem-solver, and natural leader who loves bringing people together.

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Gabriela Ramírez Rey

Curious connector and storyteller with a passion for learning and making an impact.

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Regina Summer

Regina drives sustainable growth by fostering innovative partnerships across business, academia, and government, leveraging expertise in strategy and collaboration.

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Cornelia Noren

Cornelia leverages 20 years’ experience in B2B sales, excelling in international markets, relationship building, and delivering impactful results.

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Thomas Kriese

Thomas is a global strategist with 30+ years of experience designing communities and ecosystems that turn social capital into impact, growth, and meaningful connection.

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Viveca Karima Viso

Viveca fuses sharp strategy with deep heart—elevating people, breaking barriers, and building businesses that truly matter.

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Future Wing Person

Do you naturally connect people and spark meaningful conversations? Are you the one ensuring no one feels left out? Tjena is looking for Professional Wing People—could this be you?

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Real words from the wonderful people we’ve worked with:

"The Connection Corner added real value to TechBBQ. It became a natural place for meaningful conversations to start, and you could see people being more intentional about who they were meeting and why. Wing People facilitated connection in a way that felt organic, inclusive, and genuinely enhanced the overall event experience."

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Roxy Dat
Event Organiser of TechBBQ

"Having a Wing Person at IMEX completely changed how I moved through the event. Instead of feeling pulled in different directions, I had clarity and intention in every conversation. The connections felt natural, relevant, and genuinely energising. It wasn’t about meeting more people, it was about meeting the right ones and being fully present for those moments."

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Frances Vieras Blanc
Founder of Eat The Cake attending IMEX

"Slush can be overwhelming, and it’s easy to leave feeling like you missed important opportunities. With a Wing Person, I stayed focused on the conversations that actually mattered. I met the right people and came away with real momentum. It turned the event from chaotic into genuinely valuable."

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Henrik Djurstål
Founder of Vorker attending Slush

“We don’t attend events with a booth without Wing People anymore. They completely change the quality of conversations we have on the floor. Instead of chasing attention, we’re having relevant, human conversations that actually lead somewhere. It’s one of the few things that consistently makes events worth the investment for us.”

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Mark Rickmeier
CEO of TXI, attending multiple events with a booth

Client’s happy voices

I love my clients and I love when my clients get true value from the human connections and experiences we create together.

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“By working with Shaena I have elevated my own pitching skills and confidence in networking and increased our leads generation substantially.”

Shaena is an invaluable part of the evolution of Ventla. She has not only supported our team with connections and communications coaching and support but she has been crucial for me as the CEO. By working with Shaena I have elevated my own pitching skills and confidence in networking and increased our leads generation substantially. Shaena is also an amazing sounding board for testing ideas, always giving her honest feedback, and adding potential angles and ideas for success.

Ann-Sofie ”Annsi” Krol
CEO at Ventla
Karim Parto
Founder of Jaapi portrait

“Shaena's services are an invaluable asset to any professional looking to expand their network efficiently and effectively.”

Shaena has been able to give warm introductions to people and companies that would otherwise be impossible for us to approach. Everything is done so naturally since Shaena never forces a match and always has your ICP in mind. Shaena has become our most valuable acquisition channel; we only hope she finds a way to clone herself.

Karim Parto
Founder of Jaapi
Simone French
Digital Workplace Transformation at Devoteam / Google Partner
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"Shaena's remarkable knack for crafting connections turned my aspirations into realities, seamlessly aligning me with an ideal position through her insightful networking."

Simone French

Digital Workplace Transformation at Devoteam / Google Partner
Kaveri Sinhji
Head of DEI at Telia Company portrait

“Mastering the art of connection, Shaena stands out in the realm of networking. With a unique touch”

Shaena intuitively forges transformative links, turning unexpected moments into profound connections. Beyond a mere networker, she's an artisan of professional paths, elevating relationships beyond introductions. Her impact is vast.

Kaveri Sinhji
Head of DEI at Telia Company
Benjamin Kesler
Founder at Local Glimpse portrait

“Thanks to Shaena, I was able to develop authentic relationships and even genuine friendships”

One of the things I love about working with Shaena is her keen sense of business connections. When she introduces you to someone, you know it will provide real value. Thanks to her work, I had the opportunity to speak with leaders from companies such as Klarna, Oriflame, and Microsoft. Her approach is always intelligent and relevant. If you’re looking to accelerate your growth through genuine new contacts, she’s the person to turn to. Thanks to Shaena, I was able to develop authentic relationships and even genuine friendships, which played a part in my successful integration into Sweden’s business world.

Benjamin Kesler
Founder at Local Glimpse
Steve Usher
Co Founder at Wonder portrait

"Shaena has an innate ability to connect clients to the right person, at the right time and for the right reason, helping them achieve their networking and business goals.”

Shaena was instrumental in my journey; she introduced me to Shani, who became not just a contact but my invaluable business partner.

Steve Usher
Co Founder at Wonder

Ready to say goodbye to awkward networking?

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We increase sponsor & partner ROI

Sponsors invest in events to gain visibility and leads—Wing People make sure they get them.

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Drive high-value traffic to sponsor booths and activations.
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Naturally integrate sponsor messaging into networking conversations.
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Ensure sponsored sessions have engaged, relevant audiences.