How long have you been involved with the ___________? (Fill in the name of the organization hosting the event.)
How did you end up getting involved in the ____________? (Fill in the name of the organization hosting the event.)
How long have you worked in the _________ industry? (Fill in the name of your industry.)
How did you get your start in the __________ industry? (Fill in the name of your industry.)
What do you enjoy most about your work?
How do you see the __________ industry changing over the next few years? (Fill in the name of your industry.)
How do you think the __________ industry has changed over the last 5 years? (You can ask this if someone has been in the industry for a while, and if you are new to the industry.)
What advice would you have for someone new to the industry? (If you are not in the industry yet, you can also ask what advice the person would have for someone looking to get into the industry.)