Best Eventprofs Podcasts (2024)

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239: Embrace Your Heart: Eliz Greene Says Small Changes Make a Big Difference 58:39

3d ago58:39

58:39

By Tracy Stuckrath

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Event Planners, Give Yourself Permission to Do Something Different 5:26

8d ago5:26

5:26

This episode invites you to do something different in your life, especially if you can sense an imbalance happening that is affecting you. Event planners have no problem understanding burnout and its implications, however, many times when it comes down to making the decisions that are needed to make necessary changes we doubt ourselves. Doing somet…

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Event Planner Burnout Is Not Inevitable 12:43

10d ago12:43

12:43

Burnout is not inevitable? However, many event industry professionals think that it is. With so much pressure in the industry, combined with unreasonable expectations, lack of boundaries, and high volumes, burnout is a very common result. Burnout shouldn't be inevitable in the industry, because it is preventable. If burnout is preventable, then fin…

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238: Explore the Promising Growth Opportunities in the Non-Alcoholic Bev Market 54:32

11d ago54:32

54:32

By Tracy Stuckrath

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5 Reasons Why Getting Your CMP Is Important to Your Career 8:17

11d ago8:17

8:17

If you're an event professional that's looking to level up your career, then getting your Certified Meeting Professional Designation, may be the boost that you need. In this episode, Naomi shares 5 reasons why getting your CMP is important to your career. If you're struggling with deciding what your next step should be in your career, then the reas…

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Evolving Landscapes: A Shift in Virtual and Hybrid Events 51:33

18d ago51:33

51:33

In this episode of the Event Tech Podcast, hosts Will Curran and Brandt Krueger embark on an insightful journey through the evolving landscape of virtual and hybrid events. They delve into the shifts in event technology trends post-pandemic, the nuances of audience engagement, and the future potential of virtual and hybrid event formats. The conver…

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237: Compelling Reasons to Serve Elevated Non Alcoholic Drinks at Your Events 53:27

18d ago53:27

53:27

🥂 Attention hashtag#MeetingProfs, hashtag#Caterers, and hashtag#FoodService Experts: Let's Elevate Your Events with Non-Alcoholic Drinks! 🍹 I'm thrilled to invite you to the next episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE! to learn how to elevate your events with non-alcoholic beverages. 🎙️ Join me for a compelling conversation with Cate Faulkner …

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236: Go Green — Join the Veganuary Movement & Embrace Plant-Based Eating 52:12

26d ago52:12

52:12

In this episode of Eating at a Meeting we explore the world of plant-based cuisine with the remarkable Char Nolan, a fervent advocate and chef renowned for her delicious and healthful plant-based creations. Char's rich background, including a degree in public health from Temple University and certifications in plant-based nutrition, has fueled her …

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Why Word-of-Mouth Marketing Is Still Crucial + How to Employ It with Ashley Stanford 36:52

1M ago36:52

36:52

In this episode, we delve into the dynamic world of event marketing strategies with the accomplished Ashley Stanford, a seasoned Digital Marketing Consultant and Freelancing Expert. With over 15 years of expertise in the digital marketing realm, Ashley brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insights that are sure to resonate with professionals …

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How to Be an Effective Advocate for the Meeting & Event Industry 19:22

1M ago19:22

19:22

This episode will showcase how to be an effective advocate in the event industry. Advocacy in the meeting and event planning industry plays a very important role, one that everyone can actively participate in. Showing public support for your industry to family, friends, and your community can garner support in times when the industry needs it most.…

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Tech and Tragedy- Navigating Production Safety 30:19

1M ago30:19

30:19

In this episode of the Event Tech Podcast, hosts Will Curran and Brandt Krueger engage in a candid discussion about the importance of safety in event production, spurred by the tragic incident of a CEO's death at a company event. They dive into the specifics of event rigging, the necessity of professional and experienced staffing, and share persona…

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235: Prepare Your Palates for the Future: 2024 F&B Trends 54:06

1M ago54:06

54:06

Tracy gathered a culinary dream team – Amber Kispert, Senior Content Producer from Catersource, Christopher Sanchez, Managing Partner of LUX Catering & Events, and Jennifer Bargisen, Senior Vice President – Culinary for Sodexo Live!. Together, we're unleashing the must-know food and beverage trends for 2024 that every hashtag#EventProf and hashtag#…

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Takeaways from CMP Advance 2024 20:58

1M ago20:58

20:58

In this episode, let's dive into the highlights from CMP Advance 2024, the go-to conference for Certified Meeting Professionals (CMPs). Conference Rundown: CMP Advance, hosted by the Event Industry Council in Toronto, offers a packed agenda spanning two to three days, tailored to align with CMP domains. It's a prime opportunity for CMPs to level up…

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Take the Stress Out of Your Goal Setting 19:16

1M ago19:16

19:16

Goal setting can be stressful. This episode aims to take the stress out of the goal setting that you have to make. As we move into the second quarter of the year, it's important that we look at how we develop our goals without causing ourselves much stress, here are some tips that are mentioned in the episode: Set your goals and direction Get movin…

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234: Sweet Cause, Sweeter Treats: Les Dames NC Holiday Cookie Sale Special 29:34

1M ago29:34

29:34

Indulge your ears and sweet tooth in this extra-special episode of "Eating at a Meeting" with your host Tracy Stuckrath! 🍪✨ I sit down with two incredible guests, Chef Sera Cuni of Feed-Well Fridges and Chef Kristin McCarthy of Les Dames d'Escoffier - North Carolina Chapter (Did I mention I'm a Dame too?). Get ready for a heartwarming conversation …

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EP113: "From Start-Up to Scale-Up: The Founder's Journey with Amy Baker, CEO & Co-Founder, The PIE" #eventprofs 33:02

1M ago33:02

33:02

My guest for this episode is Amy Baker CEO and Co-founder of The PIE, a media, recruitment and events business created to inform, inspire and connect a global community of leaders in international education, edtech and global language learning. The PIE’s flagship news website reached one million users in 2023 and Amy is a regular commentator and ho…

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233: Boost Attendee Satisfaction with Vegan and Non-Alcoholic Menu Upgrades 22:51

2M ago22:51

22:51

This episode of Eating at a Meeting was recorded at the beginning of 2024 to celebrate of Dry January and Veganuary and share they are important dietary trends to understand and embrace for the month and throughout the year. I discuss the significance of offering nonalcoholic beverages and vegan and plant-based options at events and meetings and sh…

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How Event Leaders Can Model Work-Life Balance for Their Teams 21:07

2M ago21:07

21:07

As event leaders, we know how to balance our lives perhaps a bit better than that of our teams, but do we model work-life balance? Do we share how we are managing our lives so that those who are coming up behind us have an idea of how to move forward in a high-pressured environment like the event industry? This episode is going to provide some area…

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The Future of Hybrid... Trade Shows? 52:39

2M ago52:39

52:39

This episode of the Event Tech Podcast features an insightful discussion on the integration of technology in trade shows, particularly focusing on the role of e-commerce in enhancing trade show experiences. The guests, Vinit Patil, CEO and Co-Founder of Ribbon, a hybrid trade show platform, and Jesse James, the co-founder of ShoppeObject and VP of …

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232: Ensuring Privacy: What You to Know About Health Data Privacy Laws & Events 53:14

2M ago53:14

53:14

In this episode of Eating at a Meeting, I’m sitting down with Martiz’s Jill Blood, VP, Deputy General Counsel, and Privacy Officer. We'll be delving into the game-changing My Health My Data Act recently enacted in Washington State and its impact on the meetings industry. Jill says that attendee information such as food allergies and ADA requirement…

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Communicating to Lead with Kele Belton 53:19

2M ago53:19

53:19

Kele Belton joins as a guest on this episode of the podcast to talk about how we can communicate to lead. She also provides some great insight for women in leadership. About Kele Belton Kele Belton is a Leadership and Communication expert and the founder of The Tailored Approach. She is a former corporate trainer and coach, where she collaborated w…

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The Neuroscience of Kindness with Janet Sperstad - Part 2 21:25

2M ago21:25

21:25

In this episode, I explore the neuroscience of kindness with special guest, Janet Sperstad, CMP-Fellow and Faculty Emeritus for Madison College. Janet Sperstad’s professional history reflects her lifelong vocation: driving excellence in meeting and event management execution and education. She has dedicated her career to defining the competencies a…

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The Neuroscience of Stress and Resilience with Janet Sperstad - Part 1 34:15

2M ago34:15

34:15

In this episode, I explore the neuroscience of stress and resilience with special guest, Janet Sperstad, CMP-Fellow and Faculty Emeritus for Madison College. Janet Sperstad’s professional history reflects her lifelong vocation: driving excellence in meeting and event management execution and education. She has dedicated her career to defining the c…

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231: Unlocking Success: A Look Back on Lessons Learned at PCMA Canada East CIC 43:09

2M ago43:09

43:09

In this episode, Tracy sits down with the PCMA Canada East Chapter Canadian Innovation Conference organizers, Natalie Marino, CMP, DES, Heather Reid, and Erica Orecchio, DES, to discuss how they managed the dietary needs of more than 250 attendees at the conference. They talk about the challenges of accommodating dietary restrictions and the import…

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EP112: Exclusive! “Trixie LohMirmand, 18 years at the helm of the Dubai World Trade Centre!"#eventprofs 46:07

2M ago46:07

46:07

For almost 2 decades, Trixie LohMirmand has been at the helm of the UAEs leading event venue, the Dubai World Trade Centre.For the latest episode of The Dan Assor Show I had the privilege to discuss a range of topics with Trixie, with highlights including; Trixie's experience arriving in 2005 as a young female leader in Dubai and her personal journ…

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How to Reduce Attendee Stress at Your Event 14:41

2M ago14:41

14:41

When you can reduce attendee stress at an event, you can decrease the stress you have too. If an attendee feels comfortable, taken care of, and relaxed, they can be at their best for learning and are happier, which in turn means you can feel a little bit more at ease as you are planning. This episode covers 6 different areas to reduce attendee stre…

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Elevate Your Well-Being Inside the Banish Burnout Challenge 9:18

2M ago9:18

9:18

This is an invitation to attend the Banish Burnout Challenge. This challenge will be held at the end of the month and it will focus on tips and tools for you to prevent burnout. Burnout is costly. Costing over 190 billion in healthcare costs, with the event profession is one of the top industries that suffer from burnout. Paying attention to preven…

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230: Unveiling Insights from FICP Annual Conference with Chef Mikey Termini 46:59

2M ago46:59

46:59

I've been at the Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals (FICP) Annual Conference at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort the last three days with some amazing food and beverage experiences. For today's Eating at a Meeting Podcast episode, I've grabbed Executive Sous Chef Mikey Termini from the kitchen to walk through what it takes to f…

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For the Love of Events! 15:26

2M ago15:26

15:26

If you are in the event profession, there are aspects of your job that you love. This episode is all about what we love about doing the great work that we do in planning events. Our work touches more than just the attendees of a meeting. Our impacts of what we do touch companies and the experiences that we plan for them can change the world. Listen…

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229: Savoring Savings: How to Navigate Rising Event F&B costs 50:43

2M ago50:43

50:43

By Tracy Stuckrath

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The Hidden Cost of Burnout in the Event Industry 20:03

2M ago20:03

20:03

There is a hidden cost of burnout that affects the events industry. With over 76% of American workers experiencing burnout, it isn't surprising that this is an area where organizations now need to take the helm. Helping to decrease the effects of burnout in the event industry starts first with organizations implementing a burnout strategy. This str…

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5 Signs Your Job is Toxic and It’s Time to Move On 17:01

3M ago17:01

17:01

Many of us don't realize that we are in toxic jobs until it is too late. So this episode will provide you with 5 signs that you should be aware of to check and see if you are in a toxic job that may be headed downhill fast. This episode comes with the understanding that we are in the event industry, an industry that has an immense amount of pressur…

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EP111: "Exclusive! Mike Seaman, CEO Raccoon Media Group, on M&A strategy and the recent acquisition of Abilities Expo USA!" #eventprofs 19:02

3M ago19:02

19:02

Raccoon Media Group (Raccoon) is set to double its portfolio in the first year since it was acquired by Cuil Bay Capital (CBC) with the acquisition of Abilities Expo in the USA. This announcement brings Raccoon’s UK and US show portfolio to 17 events with more launches and acquisitions to be announced later in the year. In this exclusive interview …

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The Black Experience: A Different Burnout Battle 14:01

3M ago14:01

14:01

There is a segment of burnout that isn't typically discussed. It has to do with how diversity impacts the burnout experience, and in this episode, we dig deeper into the black experience with burnout. Black people have a different experience than many others when it comes to burnout. Much of the reason why they experience more burdensome impacts of…

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Catering a Culture That Cares with Bill Hansen 34:04

3M ago34:04

34:04

In this episode, Bill Hansen, an industry celebrity and veteran joins us to share his knowledge on building a caring culture, one that is built on and for its people. Over the last four decades, Bill Hansen has hosted four U.S. presidents, championship Super Bowl teams, and countless celebrities and athletes. He has catered events for everyone from…

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228: F&B Menus as National Diabetes Awareness Kicks Off 13:04

3M ago13:04

13:04

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. As I review and plan menus for my clients. I'm so frustrated by the unhealthy options available to choose from. Connect with Tracy: facebook.com/groups/EatingataMeeting thrivemeetings.comBy Tracy Stuckrath

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How to Talk to Event Leadership About Burnout 17:22

3M ago17:22

17:22

As we are planning events, we can experience overwhelm and burnout from all different directions. Many times, we triage this ourselves, but when the going gets tough it can be helpful to take our situations to an event leader to get feedback and perhaps collaborate on the best way forward in our work. So how do you talk to your event leaders about …

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Cultivating Healthy Relationships With Your Clients 14:33

3M ago14:33

14:33

Client relationships are very important to businesses Yet, what happens when those relationships struggle? How can you maintain a healthy client relationship, one that thrives, not just survives? Our clients have a stake in the success of the work that we do for them. It's understandable that they oversee, critique, and even hover over the process,…

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