04 Mar Chris Clews Keynote Speaker at BEMA Convention 2025

Everything I Need to Know (for Life and Work), I Learned from ‘80s Pop Culture

Get ready for a dynamic, engaging, and insightful session that blends professional and personal growth with the nostalgia of ‘80s pop culture. Presented by Chris Clews—renowned speaker, author, and ‘80s pop culture expert—this session offers a fresh and entertaining perspective on valuable life and workplace lessons.

What Can ‘80s Pop Culture Teach Us?

Surprisingly, the iconic movies and cultural moments of the ‘80s provide meaningful insights into communication, career development, and personal legacy.

At BEMA Convention 2025, we’ll explore key lessons in:

• Effective communication
• Life and leadership
• The importance of leaving a lasting impact

Through beloved classics like The Princess Bride, The Breakfast Club, The Goonies, and more—including a nod to one legendary musician with a love for the color purple—you’ll gain practical takeaways while reliving some of the most memorable moments of the decade.

Interactive Fun & Prizes

Put your ‘80s knowledge to the test with our Mix Tape Quiz for a chance to win an exclusive prize! While it may not be the Def Leppard or Van Halen mirror you won at the carnival back in the day, we promise it’ll still be worth it.

As Jeff Spicoli from Fast Times at Ridgemont High would say, this session is going to be “awesome… totally awesome!”