The most magical time of year has come to an end… SKO season. At these amazing events, I made memories that would have lasted a lifetime – had I skipped the afterparties. Here’s what I remember:
I forgot to pack underwear for CES in Vegas because I told my wife I didn’t need help packing because I’m "a big boy." As such I performed at The Sphere in front of 14,000 people totally commando. Still killlled it.
Shocker: I heard the word “AI” about 8,000 times. There were AI lawnmowers dancing atop grass together like synchronized swimmers (a necessary utility). There was a robot you could hit on and get rejected by. And there was a shockingly large booth dedicated to a sperm microscope.
The future is clearly bright.
I also interviewed US Women’s soccer legend Abby Wambach. We connected through our very similar sports accolades: both amazing beer pong players. Afterwards, Abby held my 10-month-old baby, who immediately started crying. (He was starstruck.)
I got to see old friends and colleagues, and also got to meet so many of you who I’d only known online before. All of you were sweet. A few of you were sober.
I collaborated with Lenovo and their delightful people. I hosted my undefeated gameshow Corporate Jeopardy for the incredible people of Qualtrics. (They were amazing even if their skills at Jeopardy weren’t.) Bonus shoutout to Qualtrics for running to get me a shot of whiskey riiiight before I went onstage.
I ran it back for a second year in a row and emcee’d Certinia’s electrifying RKO. I was blown away by how positive of a culture they created. Somehow their org had 42 children last year. Was that because of my performance last year? Probably.
I stuck to my diet, except when I didn’t. I didn’t party too hard, except when I did. And I enjoyed Las Vegas and San Diego more than I have in a long time.
Thank you all, and I can’t wait to make career-limiting decisions with you again next conference season.