Best CSEP Podcasts (2024)

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268: What does it Take? A Deep Dive into Inclusive Food & Beverage Experiences 1:01:49

4h ago1:01:49

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At a PCMA EduCon in Detroit, I ran into my friend Zoe Moore, CEO and Strategic Disruptor at Grow with Zomo. When I saw her, she said, "We have lots to discuss." As a passionate advocate for EDI in hospitality, events, and tourism, Zoe brings a wealth of experience and a powerful voice to the table. However, she is learning that there is still much …

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B145: How to choose what’s right for you (guided visualization - ALL-STAR) 17:06

4h ago17:06

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: this will help you choose what’s right for you, if you’ve got a big decision to make this week. That will be our focus and intention for the entire month ahead… making good choices that enrich our lives and raise our vibration. So to kickoff the month, today is another guided visualization episode, which we…

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267: We Reconnect to Talk about Event F&B after PCMA EduCon 27:29

8h ago27:29

27:29

After months of not seeing each other, I'm excited to have had just spent four days together at PCMA EduCon and to now sit down with my good friend and former neighbor, Tess Vismale, to reconnect and talk about event food and beverage. Join the Eating at a Meeting Community Connect with Tracy at tracy@thrivemeetings.com…

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356: How to be cybersecurity smart to AI threats - with Richard Hollis 50:17

2d ago50:17

50:17

We’ve been talking a lot about AI (artificial intelligence) this season… And I feel now is an important time to talk about cybersecurity as it relates to AI. More specifically, do you know how hackers are using AI to infiltrate your business or compromise your private company, customer or employee data? It’s time to simplify it. My special guest to…

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355: How to leverage your network to drive career mobility - with Susan Collins 38:30

5h ago38:30

38:30

Real talk time: Is your career where you want it to be? When you think of your career mobility (as in how one role opens up other opportunities down the line), are you satisfied with where you are now and where you are headed? If things have veered off course, let’s talk about it! My special guest today is Susan Collins and she’s simplifying how to…

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266: From Parks to Plates: An Inside Look at Aramark Destinations’ Sustainable Dining Initiatives 48:10

11h ago48:10

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🎙️ I'm thrilled to sit down with Aric Ferrell, Vice President of Operations for Aramark's Destinations group. We'll discuss Aramark’s commitment to managing unique destinations — parks, day attractions, conference and convention centers — integrating safety, sustainability, and inclusivity into every food and beverage experience. Aric will share in…

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265: Beekeeping and Biodiversity: Chef William Pfeiffer’s Sustainable Vision at IBM 50:53

7h ago50:53

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This week on Eating at a Meeting LIVE, I’m excited to introduce you to Chef William Pfeiffer, whose pioneering culinary practices with Flik Hospitality at the IBM Learning Center in Armonk, NY, showcases a remarkable commitment to sustainability and hospitality. Chef Pfeiffer’s initiatives include a fascinating integration of beekeeping and a syner…

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354: How to uncover your #DigitalSwagger - with Tamika Brunetti 41:47

22d ago41:47

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Question: How important do you think it is to have a personal brand? As in, how you show up online, in person at work or at industry conferences… What do you want to be known for? In my opinion, it’s the secret to building and advancing your career, opening doors of opportunity, and getting one step closer to doing the work you actually love. My sp…

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264: The Critical Need for Clarity in Serving Gluten-Free Guests 1:02:11

19d ago1:02:11

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🎉🍽️ Join me LIVE on "Eating at a Meeting" as we wrap up Celiac Disease Awareness Month with a powerful episode titled "The Critical Need for Clarity in Feeding Guests with Celiac Disease." I’m thrilled to welcome Erica Dermer from Celiac and the Beast for this insightful discussion! 🎉🌾 👩‍🍳 Dive deep with Erica, a prominent voice in the gluten-free …

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263: A Visionary Approach to Food Allergy Advocacy: An Interview with Sung Poblete 50:15

16d ago50:15

50:15

For my final Eating at a Meeting LIVE episode during Food Allergy Awareness Week, I'm diving into the critical world of food allergies advocacy, research, and education with Sung Poblete, RN, PhD—CEO of FARE. 🍽️ 🚫 🎙️I am thrilled to sit down with Sung, a distinguished nurse, educator, and healthcare management visionary. Sung brings a wealth of kno…

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B144: Where will you be in a year from now? (guided visualization) 15:19

25d ago15:19

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Let’s do a guided visualization exercise together: here’s how to gain clarity on where you will be in a year from now. How to drop down into your deep Intuition, get clear on what you want, where you want to go, and what you want to experience all along the way. You have the power to gain clarity right here, right now in this moment and I’d like th…

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262: From Planning to Plate: Ensuring Allergy-Safe and Delicious Meals 43:50

12d ago43:50

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🎙️ This Food Allergy Awareness Week, I'm thrilled to feature Ben Parris, Executive Head Chef at De Vere Horsley Estate and a private chef for HNWI, on our next episode: "From Planning to Plate: Ensuring Allergy-Safe and Delicious Meals." 👨‍🍳 I met Ben at the IACC America's Knowledge Exchange last month. And, I want YOU to meet Ben, a seasoned food …

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261: Stay Protected: Legal Necessities for Allergy Safety in Food Service 49:50

1M ago49:50

49:50

🌸 As we address the crucial topic of food allergen safety, I am thrilled to welcome Ryan Gembala, an expert attorney specializing in the legal liabilities concerning food allergens in the hospitality and food service industry. 🛡️🔍 Ryan's vast experience in food safety law and his keen understanding of both proactive and reactive measures make him a…

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B143: How to declutter your workspace - #DoTheThing (ALL-STAR) 13:18

15d ago13:18

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Here’s how to declutter your workspace in just seven minutes… but I want to do this one in a slightly different way. Instead of talking about theory, I want to make this a working episode, meaning in the next seven minutes, you and I are going to declutter our offices together. By the end of this episode, you’ll have made progress on refreshing you…

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260: Clear Labels, Safer Sips: Advocating for Transparency in Alcohol 54:56

21d ago54:56

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In this episode, we also celebrated World Cocktail Day with a unique blend of advocacy, insight, and the fine art of mixology. I am thrilled to introduce our incredible trio of guests: Erin Malawer, Executive Director and Founder of Allergy Strong, Georgina Stewart from Nutrient Gap, and Ewan Phillips, Co-founder of And It Has. 🌿🍹 Erin, Georgina, a…

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259: Gluten-Free Living in Michigan: Local Insights from MI Gluten Free Gal 51:21

1M ago51:21

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🍽️ Back in May, as we honor Gluten-Free Awareness Month, I am thrilled to bring you this episode direct from Michigan! Join me for a heartfelt and informative conversation with Margaret Clegg, the inspiring founder of MI Gluten Free Gal, as we sit down in person to talk about all things gluten-free. Broadcasting directly from Margaret's home in Fli…

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B142: Top 5 AI tools to help you get a job (ALL-STAR) 17:20

22d ago17:20

17:20

Are you looking for a job right now? If so, there are some incredible AI tools that you can use to help you along your job search. We are pleased to feature this popular ALL-STAR episode once again! Let me tell you about the top 5 AI tools out there that will help you get a job. If you’ve been laid off recently or just looking to move into a differ…

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258: Improving Accessibility and Accommodation: A Critical Look at the Food Service Industry 1:03:25

1M ago1:03:25

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To kick off Food Allergy Awareness Month and Celiac Disease Awareness Month 2024, I had a captivating conversation with Amy Graves, a prominent advocate and expert in consumer food safety and inclusivity. Amy, founder of AMG Innovative Consultants and author of the upcoming book "The Hidden Consumer," shared her journey navigating life with severe …

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353: How to stand out as a top job applicant - with Kim Dymond 49:09

2M ago49:09

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Job seekers: do you know what it takes to stand out as a top job applicant in today’s incredibly competitive job market? Even simply getting a first interview seems like an incredible feat these days. What does it take to land your next dream role… or really, ANY role for that matter? My special guest today is talent acquisition leader Kim Dymond B…

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257: Transforming Event Dining: How Natirar Sets the Sustainability Standard 52:22

1M ago52:22

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I'm thrilled to invite you to join me for this week's episode where I chat with Melinda Hopkins, Farm and Production Manager at The Farm at Pendry Natirar Hotel and Ninety Acres Restaurant in Gladstone-Peapack, NJ. Her passion for cultivating the 12-acre all-natural sustainable farm featuring over 200 varieties of produce and humanely raised, pastu…

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256: Earth Day Insights: Lindsay Arell on Sustainability in Event Planning and Management 50:44

1M ago50:44

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Hey y'all! On Earth Day — April 22 — I recorded a special episode of Eating at a Meeting to dive deep into an issue that affects all of us in the event planning industry: the pervasive challenge of single-use plastics. Together, we'll explore transformative strategies to reduce their impact and make our events more sustainable. I’m thrilled to intr…

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255: Two Chefs Dish on Event Food & Beverage Trends: Personalization and Sustainability 1:03:14

1M ago1:03:14

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This episode was recorded as an educational session at IACC's 2024 Americas Knowledge Exchange. I was joined by Patrick Berwald, Senior VP of Food and Beverage for Pyramid Global Hospitality, and Felix Maietta, Corporate Executive Chef with Nestle Professional. 🌍🍴 With a combined passion for innovation, sustainability, and personalized dining exper…

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352: How to stop procrastinating + get it done - with Sam Bennett 45:55

1M ago45:55

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Question: Ever find that when you’ve got a big, looming deadline, you’re doing everything else BUT the thing that’s due? “Oh, look at those dishes over there! Man, I should clean out this junk drawer. Hmm, wonder what’s happening over on Instagram?” Sound familiar? My special guest today is Sam Bennett and she’s simplifying how to stop procrastinat…

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254: Brewing a Better World: Sustainability Insights from EcoFriendlyBeer.com 1:00:59

1M ago1:00:59

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🌿 In this episode of Eating at a Meeting, I'm thrilled to introduce you to Rob Vandenabeele, founder of ecofriendlybeer.com. 🍻✨ Rob brings a wealth of knowledge from his deep dive into the craft beer scene, and with his impressive background in sustainability from Harvard Extension School, he's a crusader for a greener brewing industry. Together, w…

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253: Eating Green, Meeting Greener: How F&B Drove Sustainability at IMEX Frankfurt 58:53

2M ago58:53

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By Tracy Stuckrath

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B141: How to be more patient (guided visualization) 14:53

2M ago14:53

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Let’s do a guided visualization exercise together: here’s how to be more patient. Oh man, I think this one is more for myself than anyone else! When you want something, like yesterday, it’s incredibly hard to wait, hold things loosely, and be open to any outcome that may materialize. They say “patience is a virtue,” yet I think of it more like a mu…

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252: Uncover the Rich Traditions of Jewish Cuisine w/ Culinarian Susan Barocas 53:33

2M ago53:33

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In the next episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE, I’m thrilled to host Susan Barocas, a chef, writer, and co-founder of Savor Experience, to share her insights on the depth and diversity of Jewish cuisine. With Passover approaching, Susan will lead us on a journey through the intricate flavors, rituals, and stories that have shaped this rich…

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251: Sustainable Cruises: Tackling Food Waste with IoT and AI Innovations 45:19

2M ago45:19

45:19

🌱🚢✨ Join me this week's episode on Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE as talk with Robert E Buchanan Jr, founder and CEO of ADHERE GEAR Technology Corporation . As we celebrate Food Waste Prevention Week, I'm thrilled to share a story where innovation meets sustainability on the high seas. Imagine cruise ships not merely as vessels of leisure but as …

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351: How to have a thriving, meaningful career - with Dr. Susan Hanold 39:24

2M ago39:24

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What does it take to have a thriving, meaningful career? For some, even asking the question seems so far out of reach and bubbles up a bit of Negative Nancy thinking, like, “Who am I to ask this? Oh, I’m too old… too young… too busy to stop and even consider that there might be a better way to work.” All of which is rubbish, you know that right? Yo…

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250: Cinthia Pedroza Unplated: A Conversation on Food, Leadership, and Legacy 49:10

2M ago49:10

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🌸 As Women's History Month comes to an end, I want to introduce you to Cinthia Pedroza, Executive Director of Food and Beverage at Resorts World Las Vegas. 🍴✨ With a vibrant career spanning over 25 years, from the prestigious halls of Four Seasons to the dynamic streets of Las Vegas, Cinthia has not only mastered the art of gastronomy, but has also…

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249: Celebrating 4 Years of Eating at a Meeting 27:26

2M ago27:26

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Join me, Tracy Stuckrath, as I celebrate 4 amazing years of the Eating at a Meeting podcast journey! 🎉✨ From starting the Eating at a Meeting Facebook group at the onset of the COVID pandemic and doing weekly Facebook lives to the evolution of this podcast, it's been an incredible ride. In this episode, I reflect on the impetus that kickstarted it …

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