Best KiKi LItalien Podcasts (2024)

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Are You on the Bus? Association Trends with KiKi L'Italien and Michael Butera 41:11

7d ago41:11

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And now for something completely different... Association meetings thought-leader KiKi L'Italien, editor-in-chief of Association Chat and VP of marketing and community engagement at Big Red M, has put together what promises to be quite the party bus experience to shuttle ASAE Annual Meeting & Expo attendees from suburban D.C. to the convention in C…

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Associations Need Entrepreneurial Moves to Avoid the “Membership Cliff” 19:35

3h ago19:35

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In this special association podcast collaboration episode, Association Chat host KiKi L'Italien is joined by four other association consultants and podcasters to explore the growing importance of associations to consider roles like Chief Entrepreneur Officers, and how associations themselves can foster a more entrepreneurial mindset. We also touch …

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E13: Life's Greatest Distraction: Worrying About What Others Think 23:22

7h ago23:22

23:22

“This isn’t about ignoring what others think. It’s about understanding it and choosing how it impacts us,” declares Zovig Garboushian as she unpacks the fear of judgment and learns to embrace humility. This humility, she argues, is the key to overcoming the worry about others’ opinions and finding more freedom to be oneself. In this episode, Zovig …

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What’s New in Nashville! With Nashville CVB Chief Deana Ivey. 17:50

6h ago17:50

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A year after taking the reins of Nashville Convention &Visitors Corp (NCVC), 27-year NCVC vet Deana Ivey shares her in-depth Music City expertise and what’s new in the destination. With a new NFL stadium and dreams of hosting a Super Bowl, in addition to phenomenal hotel and event venue growth in the last few years, Music City is hotter than a plat…

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Financial Factors to Consider Before Quitting a Job to Side Hustle Full Time 17:01

11h ago17:01

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In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien is joined by Jennifer Lewi to discuss the key financial factors everyone should consider when planning to transition from their current job to making their side hustle their full-time occupation. Learn more about Association Chat's title sponsor, Big Red M: https://bigredm.com/ Watch this ful…

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E12: Leaving at Intermission & Other Good Things About Getting Older With Cheryl Sternberg 45:49

7d ago45:49

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Aging gracefully means knowing when to leave at intermission, embracing the freedom to live authentically, and finding joy in the unexpected benefits of getting older. In this episode, Zovig Garboushian invites her longtime friend and retired boomer Cheryl Sternberg to discuss the intricacies of aging across generational lines. They share their ric…

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Matrix Moves, Membership Magic, and Association Insights! 8:00

10d ago8:00

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In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien talks about member retention strategies and answers quirky questions from our community. Discover why consistent communication matters, how to make your events more inclusive, and what superpower KiKi would choose if she could. Spoiler: It involves instant ninja skills! Tune in for a mix of e…

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Fast Forward: What the Future of Event Accessibility Looks Like 36:53

10d ago36:53

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On this episode of Fast Forward, host Logan Pratt interviews Stephen Cutchins, one of the foremost experts on accessibility in the meetings and events industry on what the future of accessibility looks like in the industry and how planners can better incorporate accessibility in their events. Stephen Cutchins joined Cvent in 2022 as senior manager …

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Meetings Industry Vet Gary Hernbroth 'Twists the Familiar' in New Book 30:35

13d ago30:35

30:35

Meetings industry veteran Gary Hernbroth, chief motivating officer for Training for Winners and popular business events industry speaker, has co-authored Twist the Familiar, a book detailing the stories of high-achievers and how their journey can create authentic pathways to success. Meetings Today's Tyler Davidson engaged Hernbroth about his new b…

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New Member Onboarding and Dining with Anthony Bourdain 6:52

15d ago6:52

6:52

In this episode of the Association Chat Podcast, host KiKi L'Italien delves into innovative ways to onboard new members, sharing practical tips like personalized welcome packages, mentorship programs, and interactive webinars. KiKi answers a fun listener question. Tune in for actionable insights, engaging stories, and a touch of humor. Subscribe fo…

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E11: Letting Go of Control through Psychedelics & Plant Medicine, with My Husband Stephen Bourne 55:12

22d ago55:12

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Unveiling the intricate synergy between psychedelics, plant medicine, and their profound impact on relationships, today's discussion offers enlightening insights into the transformative journeys of self-discovery and connection. In this episode, Zovig Garboushian joins her husband, Stephen Bourne, to share their personal experiences with these powe…

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Hybrid Meetings, Karaoke, and Road Trippin' to Cleveland 11:45

1M ago11:45

11:45

In this special episode, KiKi L'Italien answers a question about strategies for boosting member engagement in hybrid events. Then, we switch gears as KiKi shares her go-to karaoke song and reminisces about unforgettable karaoke nights in Charleston. Plus, get the scoop on the exciting Association Chat Road Trip to ASAE Annual in Cleveland, complete…

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E10: Why Tools, Tips & Tricks Don't Cure Self-Doubt 26:41

2M ago26:41

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“A tool, while useful, cannot cure self-doubt,” says Zovig Garboushian, but it can guide our evolution. In this episode, Zovig challenges the allure of quick-fix solutions to complex behavioral issues in executive coaching. She discusses how frequent requests for tools to manage procrastination or public speaking anxiety often reveal deeper issues …

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Price is Right –– Helping Associations Find Financial Resilience 58:35

2M ago58:35

58:35

Associations need to focus on financial resilience, innovative pricing strategies, and value proposition in order to thrive in a changing landscape and ensure their existence. 00:00 📚 Associations need financial resilience and pricing aligned with value to thrive, as traditional revenue sources have shifted and competition comes from partners, not …

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All That Fast-Growing Greater Ontario, California Can Offer Your Next Meeting 10:51

2M ago10:51

10:51

In this episode of the Meetings Today Podcast, Senior Content Director Danielle LeBreck speaks with Arlette Garibay, director of sales for Greater Ontario, California (GOCAL) about the destination's rapidly growing amenities for meetings and events. Sponsored by Greater Ontario, California (GOCAL)By Meetings Today

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E9: DJ Meets Corporate Leadership With Emily Griffin 34:23

2M ago34:23

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“Being an artist absolutely is what keeps me, ‘me’ in the corporate ecosystem,” says DJ and Director of Programs for Microsoft’s Global Experiences, Emily Griffin. In this episode, Emily discusses how she balances her roles in tech and music while maintaining her authenticity. At Microsoft, Emily shapes the organizational culture to boost employee …

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Fast Forward: How Planners Can Use Technology to Improve Event Marketing 32:49

2M ago32:49

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On this episode of Fast Forward, host Logan Pratt interviews Dahlia El Gazzar, one of the leading voices in event and marketing technology to find out how planners can and should be utilizing new technologies to better market their events.By Meetings Today

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Live from Louisville: MPI Academy's Jessie States on Efforts in Education 20:09

2M ago20:09

20:09

As MPI's 2024 World Education Congress continues in Louisville, Kentucky, Meetings Today's Taylor Smith sat down with Jessie States, vice president of MPI Academy, to discuss all things education, from planning sessions for this year's conference to what's on the horizon for MPI Academy. Curious about what your skill set should include in the futur…

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Live From Louisville: A Conversation With MPI President & CEO Paul Van Deventer at WEC 23:25

2M ago23:25

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This year's MPI World Education Congress (WEC) is taking place May 20-22 in Louisville, Kentucky. On day two of the event, Meetings Today's Taylor Smith sat down with MPI President and CEO Paul Van Deventer to talk WEC numbers, industry trends, the rise of AI and what's next for MPI.By Meetings Today

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The Z: Navigating the World of Networking With Mandi Graziano 33:47

2M ago33:47

33:47

In this Meetings Today Podcast for Taylor Smith's "The Z: Planning for the Industry's Next Generation," Smith chats with Mandi Graziano, vice president of global accounts for HPN Global, about the importance of networking in the meetings and events industry, the reality of how awkward it can be and ideas for how to make networking feel more natural…

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E8: My Work With Psychedelics and Plant Medicine 36:45

2M ago36:45

36:45

There is a place for psychedelics in the pursuit of personal growth according to Zovig Garboushian. In this episode, Zovig shares her experiences with MDMA, LSD, and psilocybin, showing how these tools have profoundly shaped her understanding and acceptance of herself. Emphasizing that her insights are drawn from personal use rather than profession…

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Zoe Moore on Why DEI Is Under Fire in the Meetings Industry and Beyond 38:55

2M ago38:55

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Zoe Moore, proprietor of Zoe Moore Consultancy, is one of the leading consultants and proponents of DEI, or diversity equity and inclusion, in the meetings and events industry. Having co-chaired MPI's Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Advisory Committee and more recently leading Event Leadership Institute’s Event DEI Strategist certification cou…

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Technology Sector Expansion Means Big Business for Phoenix Meetings and Conventions 13:40

3M ago13:40

13:40

In this episode of the Meetings Today Podcast, Lorne Edwards, chief sales officer for Visit Phoenix, checks in with Danielle LeBreck about the rapid growth in Phoenix, especially in the technology sector. Learn how this expansion brings big potential for meetings and conventions. *Sponsored by Visit Phoenix…

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E7: The Many Faces of Confidence with Startup Founder Danielle Letayf 30:39

3M ago30:39

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“Are we born with it? Do we develop it? Is it a choice? Is it the result?” Zovig Garboushian ponders the essence of confidence. “And I say, yes, it's all of those things. And by the way, it looks different on everyone,” she asserts. In this episode, Zovig sits down with Danielle Letayf, CEO and founder of Badassery, to explore the multifaceted natu…

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Fast Forward Episode #2 - Event Tech ft. Will Curran 51:18

3M ago51:18

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In this episode of Fast Forward, host Logan Pratt sits down with event technology expert and founder of Endless Events, Will Curran, to find out more about the future of event technology. Curran and Pratt discuss everything from AI to AR and Curran's newest project, leading Bizzabo's wearable event technology brand, Klik.…

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Avoidance Aftermath – Uncovering the Hidden Costs of Inaction 45:18

3M ago45:18

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Avoidance and inaction in the workplace and in personal relationships can have significant negative consequences, and it is important to address and overcome these patterns in order to foster growth and psychological safety. 00:00 🔍 Avoidance and inaction have hidden costs, leading to negative assumptions, personalization, and a negative impact on …

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E6: You Are Not a Fake - A R.E.A.L. Way to Debunk the Imposter 22:20

3M ago22:20

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“I don't believe in impostor syndrome,” says Zovig Garboushian, as she challenges the terminology itself and explores the unsettling experience faced by many achievers and leaders. Zovig discusses how environments filled with comparisons and the constant need to prove one's worth can amplify feelings of imposter syndrome. She touches upon the added…

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Massive Maritz Study: Late Registrations = Extra Revenue 15:56

3M ago15:56

15:56

Late meeting and event registration keeping you up at night with heartburn and night sweats? Don't fret, planner! The later the registration the more ancillary spend an attendee drops at an event. Maritz has released a groundbreaking Registration Insights Report that collected data over three years from 360,000 registrations at 30 tradeshows. Emily…

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E5: Shift Happens: Unexpected Career Moves with KiKi L'Italien 46:19

4M ago46:19

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Feeling stuck in your career path or contemplating a significant change? Zovig Garboushian explores this question with her former colleague, KiKi L'Italien, the VP of Marketing for Big Red M and Editor-in-Chief of Association Chat. KiKi shares insights into her pivotal shift from a decade-long career as a solopreneur to embracing a role within a la…

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Your Secret Leadership Superpower | Zovig Garboushian 36:20

4M ago36:20

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Think the secret to skyrocketing your leadership and team performance is all about working harder or networking more? Think again. In this episode of Association Chat, KiKi L'Italien teams up with executive coach Zovig Garboushian to dive deep into why the most successful leaders might just be the ones who know themselves best. Why It’s Time to Loo…

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Fast Forward Episode #1 - Hybrid Meetings ft. Bill Reed 43:23

4M ago43:23

43:23

In the first ever episode of the Fast Forward podcast, host Logan Pratt sits down with hybrid meetings expert Bill Reed, who shares why meeting planners should still consider planning a hybrid event, and discusses the benefit of incorporating hybrid elements to events even four years after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.…

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E3: How to Let Go of Perfectionism 26:46

4M ago26:46

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Perfectionism holds us back. While this may sound like stating the obvious, it's actually much more complex. Zovig Garboushian explores this complexity in this episode of “When Does It Get Good?” by delving into the nuanced differences between striving for excellence and falling into the trap of perfectionism—a path marked by external pressures, fe…

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E1: My Take on Self-Awareness And Why It's Critical For a Good Life 26:20

4M ago26:20

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“Self-awareness is not just the idea that you've gone to therapy or you've listened to some feedback or you've taken a personality assessment or two” says Zovig Garboushian as she unpacks the first episode of "When Does It Get Good?," Zovig delves into the essence of self-awareness. She says self-awareness is not just about recognizing your traits …

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E4: How to Stop People Pleasing 31:50

4M ago31:50

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"People-pleasing is a killer of our physical, emotional, financial, mental, and spiritual energy, and it's a total time suck," declares host Zovig Gaboushian as she delves into the detrimental impact of prioritizing others over oneself. Exploring the underlying causes of people-pleasing, from past traumas to an ingrained need for validation and fea…

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E2: 6 Coaching Principles to Help You Feel Personal Freedom 33:11

4M ago33:11

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"Let go or be dragged." This is one of the favorite quotes of host Zovig Garboushian that aligns perfectly with one of her executive coaching principles. In this episode of "When Does It Get Good," Zovig shares the transformative power of embracing six core principles in both coaching and personal life: Take it or leave it. You are always at choice…

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A Hot Take on Trust – Do They Trust Your Association? 31:25

5M ago31:25

31:25

In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italie explores the complex world of trust within associations with "A Hot Take on Trust – Do They Trust Your Association?" Discover why trust goes beyond a binary existence and how associations can actively cultivate it among members, leadership, and broader communities. From the importance of consi…

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Can AI Help Make Higher Education More Equitable? 58:04

5M ago58:04

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AI and Equitable Education...we hear alot about the harm that generative AI can cause on campuses, but can it also heal and improve equitability for higher ed? Join host KiKi L'Italien for this episode featuring insights from Charles Ansell of Complete College America, Michael Baston from Cuyahoga Community College, and Audrey Ellis, the visionary …

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ASAE Launches Association Governance Institute – What is it? What happens next? 48:00

5M ago48:00

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ASAE Launches Association Governance Institute – what is it and what happens next? "Charting New Horizons in Association Leadership: Paul Pomerantz Talks AGI Launch" Tune into Association Chat with host KiKi L'Italien as we welcome Paul Pomerantz, the force behind the new Association Governance Institute (AGI). In this episode, we uncover the essen…

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When Does It Get Good? - Trailer 2:39

5M ago2:39

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When Does It Get Good? is for the overachievers, perfectionists, leaders, and consummate doers who give everything to everything. From the outside, it looks like you have it all but you secretly feel like something’s still missing. In this twice-monthly show, we’ll dive into why it still feels this way and how you can create the joy, success, and p…

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The AI Evolution in Associations with BettyBot AI’s Pioneers 50:25

5M ago50:25

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Join host KiKi L'Italien on Association Chat as she looks into the transformative impact of AI on associations with guests, BettyBot.AI thought leaders: Rob Barnes, Thomas Altman, and Dray McFarlane! Discover how associations are revolutionizing education and engagement through technology – and how BettyBot's leaders are helping them to do it! High…

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Meet This Association's New AI Staff! 54:04

6M ago54:04

54:04

An association introduces its new AI "staff" – and the robot overlords are friendly (for now)... Welcome to this episode of the Association Chat Podcast, full of the delights and dorkiness that any well-intentioned association podcast talking about technology these days can hardly avoid. For this episode, we talk with Liz Peuster, CAE, Director Of …

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Black Meeting Profs CEO Jason Dunn on the State of DEIAB in the Meetings Industry 19:32

6M ago19:32

19:32

Jason Dunn, CEO of the National Coalition of Black MeetingProfessionals (NCBMP), has been a leader in hospitality and DMO diversity andinclusion efforts for decades, from his time at Visit Cincy—where he rose to bethe DMO's first Black vice president after initially participating in a travelboycott of the destination—to lead NCBMP in November 2022.…

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New ESPA President Dominique Bonds Shares Her Vision 19:29

6M ago19:29

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Dominique Bonds, director of engagement for the Pennsylvania Convention Center, shares her vision as new president of Event Service Professionals Association, including DEIAB, generational shifts in the world of event service profs, sustainability and the evolution of the role of being the No. 1 on-the-ground point of contact for meeting and event …

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Higher Logic's Homecoming: Charting a Future with the Dream Team 59:52

6M ago59:52

59:52

Join Association Chat for a discussion with Higher Logic's visionary leaders in our latest episode of Association Chat. We sit down with Rob Wenger, Co-Founder and CEO, alongside returning giants Mark Lowry and Conor Sibley, now serving as Chief Revenue Officer and Chief Technology Officer, respectively. This episode, "Higher Logic's Homecoming: Ch…

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Corporate Comedian Greg Schwem Talks the Serious Business of Laughter 23:00

6M ago23:00

23:00

When most people think of standup comedy, they typically think of crude Netflix specials or dank nightclubs with comedians swearing like sailors. But when Greg Schwem takes the stage, you can hear the audience laughing about topics such as sales meetings, corporate websites or business advertising campaigns.…

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Reigning PCMA Pickleball Champ/Visit Indy Chief Leonard Hoops Shares What’s New in Indianapolis 18:12

6M ago18:12

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Visit Indy’s president and CEO made his debut as the new Chair of PCMA’s 2024 Board of Directors and Trustees known by vanquishing the association’s president and CEO, Sherrif Karamat, on the pickleball court at Convening Leaders (CL). Thus sanctified, Hoops later sat down with Meetings Today’s Tyler Davidson to discuss the record-setting attendanc…

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Association Podcasters Battle Royale 1:01:23

6M ago1:01:23

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Get ready for the most epic, laugh-out-loud episode yet – "Association Podcasters Battle Royale"! This was a full-on adventure where the best of the best association podcasters clash in a hilariously unpredictable showdown. Featuring Dave Will, the strategic genius from "Association Strong!" podcast; Ben Muscolino, the tech sorcerer of "The Associa…

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Can AI's Invisible Hand Shape Relationship Ties? A Chat with Jeff Wickert 56:12

6M ago56:12

56:12

In this episode, we'll talk with Jeff Wickert, the CEO/Chief Vision Officer of Quoala – he brings with him insights on enhancing dialogue and understanding in the digital age. We'll explore how an innovative approach to listening, understanding, and responding is creating a ripple effect in the realms of organizational leadership and community enga…

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The Z: Gen Z Expert Luke Goetting on Fostering Collaborative and Productive Environments for Incoming Professionals 40:08

6M ago40:08

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In this Meetings Today Podcast for Taylor Smith's "The Z: Planning for the Industry's Next Generation," Smith sits down with Luke Goetting, an award-winning communications expert, founder of Puffingston Presentations and a Gen Z speaker who specializes in crafting engaging, interactive experiences for audiences around the world. As a Millennial com…

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Association Podcasters Mayhem! It's all Dave's fault... 52:02

7M ago52:02

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Which of these association podcasters should be banned forever? Wait! Don't answer that until you watch this fun episode that we will all surely regret recording later! This discussion features Dave Will, strategic mastermind from Association Strong! podcast; Ben Muscolino, the tech wizard of The Association Podcast; Joanna Pineda, the community ch…

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