Best Shanondoah Nicholson Podcasts (2024)

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Community Building in Events

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It's easy to feel the buzz of community on-site but how do you ensure that people are making meaningful connections? You have to be purposeful and intentional about how people are connecting and how they can stay connected after your event. In this week's episode, I'm chatting with Kabrina Ashley about all things community, including how to make it…

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31. Organized Chaos with Sarah Reuter 36:10

15d ago36:10

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We know how stressful event planning can be. And if we're ignoring rest and restoration, our bodies will force it upon us. That's why it's so important to find the ways that work for you to cope with stress and anxiety that events can bring. This week, I'm chatting with Sarah Reuter, an events professional who helps planners calm the chaos after th…

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30. AI for Event Planners 45:50

1M ago45:50

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AI is more than a buzzword, it is changing the way we work with technology. And there is so much opportunity for events, it can be hard to know where to begin. In this episode, I'm chatting with AI and events expert, Anca P. Trifan from Tree-Fan events. We chat about where to get started, where AI can help, and how to use it effectively within it's…

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29. Improving Your Stage Presence Through Improv and Theatre Skills 26:17

1M ago26:17

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I grew up as a drama kid (shocking, I know....) and there are skills I learned growing up that I still refer to this day when prepping presentations and getting on stage. If you don't have that background, it can seem really overwhelming. In this week's episode, I'm chatting with Alexis Orchard of Orchard presents about how learning improv skills c…

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28. Using Photo Activations to Increase Your Event's Impact 32:21

2M ago32:21

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It's so important for corporate planners to show value of their events, long after tear down. In this week's episode, I'm chatting with Randy Long of The Pix Squad on how to use photography to engage attendees after the event and turn them into your marketing squad. About Randy Long The Pix Squad About the Host Follow Shanondoah on LinkedIn Follow …

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27. 5 Tips to Crush Your Next Networking Event 8:06

3M ago8:06

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Networking events can feel overwhelming but they can also be a great way to meet like-minded people who can help you grow your business or find your next opportunity. In this week's episode, I'm sharing 5 tips to crush your next networking event, as I get ready for 3 of them this week! Support the show Sign up for ⁠⁠Learning to Love LinkedIn⁠⁠ with…

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26. Breaking Free for the Career You Want with Shannon Talbot 29:16

5M ago29:16

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In this episode, I chat with Shannon Talbot, the author of Breaking Free. A former corporate executive-turned-keynote-speaker-and-author, Shannon helps readers realize their true potential and live their desired life across all aspects. We chat about how you can stop holding yourself back and have the events career you really want. About Shannon Ta…

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25. Taking Care of Yourself as an Event Planner 33:17

5M ago33:17

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This week I'm chatting with Naomi Tucker of Planners on Purpose about taking care of yourself as an events professional, before, during, and after an event. We all know we have stressful jobs, what can we do to make sure we're looking after ourselves as well as setting our teams up for success. About Naomi Tucker Planners on Purpose Podcast Planner…

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24. Learning to Love LinkedIn with Shaun Bernstein 33:40

5M ago33:40

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LinkedIn is a powerful tool, for both in-house planners and business owners. On today's episode, I'm chatting with Shaun Bernstein about using LinkedIn authentically to build your personal brand to help you get a new job, new clients, and extend your network. Sign up for Learning to Love LinkedIn with 10% off. About Shaun Bernstein Shaun Bernstein …

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23. The 3 Cs of 2024 9:55

6M ago9:55

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Welcome back to season four! I know we're all surprised that it's 2024 already - but I think we're all ready to take on this year. When I reflected on what I was most excited about for this upcoming year in the events industry, I found the 3 Cs - creativity, commitment, and community. In this solo episode, I chat about how creativity, commitment, a…

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Unveiling Secrets of Event Production and In-House AV. 1:40:58

8M ago1:40:58

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In this enlightening episode, we pull back the curtain on the intricate world of event production and in-house audiovisual (AV) services. Our expert guests delve into the lesser-known aspects that make or break an event’s success. From the importance of pre-event planning to the technicalities of sound and lighting, listeners will gain a comprehens…

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22. Implementing Trends in 2024 and Beyond 40:25

8M ago40:25

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Staying on top of trends can be so difficult. How do you ensure that you're on trend while staying true to your event and attendees? In this episode, I'm chatting with Annie and Marissa of 15|40 Productions, two women who have worked on some of the trendiest events and activations of the year (um, Barbie, hello!). They share their insights in makin…

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21. Improving Your Social Media Strategy 32:15

8M ago32:15

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Social media can feel overwhelming. It can be hard to keep up with the changing platforms, appeasing the algorithms and creating content. On this week’s episode, I’m chatting with Tom McMahon of MCM. He shares his best practices for executing an effective social media strategy as it relates to your events. Learn more about Tom McMahon: Tom has work…

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20. The Future of Experience Creators with Luke Whalin 27:43

9M ago27:43

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The future of events is in the experience, and the why behind it. In this week's episode, Luke Whalin from HopSkip and I discuss the future of events as meaningful experiences that drives the goals of an organization. Luke Whalin is a Co-Founder of HopSkip, a hotel sourcing platform for event creators, along with his brother Sean, and is based in P…

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19. Harnessing Emotions for Your Events 39:03

10M ago39:03

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Live events have the power to motivate, inspire and persuade. The way planners use music, decor, video, content, lighting (and more) can impact your attendees and help you reach your event goals. This week, my guest is Thomas Serrano, the President of Exclamation Group, a luxury boutique agency comprised of designers, makers, and doers who are pass…

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18. The #EventProfs Community 32:49

1y ago32:49

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I’ve often said events are a team sport. No one can manage and execute an event entirely alone and that’s why community is so important. As event planners, we rely on our community for insight, conversation and to bounce ideas around. That’s why Will Curran created the #EventProfs Community. He saw an opportunity to create a robust online community…

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17. Using a Travel and Events Agency to Support Your Events with Lauren Smith 43:25

1y ago43:25

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Event planning is all about working together as a team. This episode, I’m chatting with Lauren Smith from Modern Collective, a travel and event planning agency. We talk about how an agency can help support your events, why it’s important to find the right vendors, and why the customer might not always be right…. About Lauren Smith Meet Lauren Smith…

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16. Building an Events Career with Sara Gorlick 39:34

1+ y ago39:34

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So many people “fall into event planning”. Many people don’t realize there’s a career path in event planning outside wedding planning. That’s where Sara Gorlick’s new book Lucky Boxcutter comes in. In her book, she shares her experiences getting started in the industry and guides readers through building a career in events. In this episode, we chat…

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15. Finding the Right Vendor Partners with Evan Babins 35:05

1+ y ago35:05

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Event planning is a team sport, so it's so important to have the right people and partners on your team. Evan Babins is back and we're talking about vendor management in 2023 (and beyond!). Tune in to learn how to find the right vendors for your programs to ensure your attendees have a great experience on-site. Evan Babins is a trendsetting event p…

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14. Using Video to Improve Your Event Experience 29:08

1+ y ago29:08

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Video is more than having a moment. TikTok has captured the attention of millions, Instagram is favouring reels, so it's a no-brainer to incorporate video into your programs but it can feel overwhelming. That’s why I’m excited for this week’s episode. This week, I’m chatting with Michael Hoffman from Gather Voices. We chat about how to enhance your…

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13. Mental Health in the Events Industry 34:10

1+ y ago34:10

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We all know event planning can be stressful and in our busiest seasons, sometimes it feels like we can’t stop for a breath. But that is why our mental health is so important. In order to do our best work, we have to be sure we are taking care of ourselves. This week’s episode, I’m chatting with Anika Ved, a freelance events consultant and mental he…

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12. Virtual and Hybrid Events in 2023 and Beyond 33:53

1+ y ago33:53

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It’s been nearly three years since the events industry got flipped on its head and had to move virtual, what seemed like overnight. We’ve come a long way from makeshift set ups and two-dimensional virtual events. Although we are excited to be back in-person, virtual and hybrid still serve a purpose in the events landscape. This week, I’m chatting w…

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11. The Events Industry in 2023 9:31

1+ y ago9:31

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We made it, event profs! 2022 was a whirlwind. After a challenging 2 years, we started to see hope in our industry. Although, not without its challenges, many of us were busier than we have ever been. In this week’s solo episode, I’m talking about what I think is coming next for our industry including how health and safety will continue to be a fac…

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Using Events in B2B Marketing with Shanondoah Nicholson 50:28

2y ago50:28

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In this episode, I am sitting down with Shanondoah Nicholson, event professional & podcaster, to chat about Using Events in B2B Marketing. Shanondoah shares tips on how to plan successful corporate meetings and conferences. She has been working in B2B marketing for over 10 years, planning small and large scale events to help drive business goals. S…

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Are we “back to normal”? Current challenges in meetings and events with Joan Eisenstodt 1:25:02

2y ago1:25:02

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Joan and Magdalena sit down in this episode and talk about if we really want to “go back to normal” in events and meetings industry. What if the break during pandemic is giving the industry chance to actually not “go back to normal” now? How about learning and education in events industry, especially CMP certification? Joan and Magdalena have a ver…

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Virtual Event Strategies with Mike Alton 1:07:53

2y ago1:07:53

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Mike is a virtual event strategist, an award-winning blogger, speaker, and author at The Social Media Hat, and Head of Strategic Partnerships at Agorapulse where he strengthens relationships with social media educators, influencers and partner brands. He is the producer and host of The Virtual Event Strategist Podcast helping brands make their firs…

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Food and beverage talks with Tracy Stuckrath 46:12

2y ago46:12

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Tracy is a certified event planner with food allergies and she is passionate in helping you not offend or kill people with the food you serve. Her motto for meetings and conferences is: Every Guest Matters. Every Meal Matters. Don't forget to hit subscribe — because missing our podcast is like forgetting to unmute yourself in a Zoom call.. and you …

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The Psychology Behind Event Planning with Victoria Matey 52:28

2y ago52:28

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Have you thought about the psychology behind event planning? In this week's episode, we have a conversation with Victoria Matey, a consultant specializing in using different facets of Psychology in event planning. Victoria strives to raise awareness, among the advanced community, of the importance of understanding human behavior and the human mind.…

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10. Volunteering in the Events Industry 26:02

2y ago26:02

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Volunteering in the events industry is a great way to build your profile as an events professional. It also allows you to network with other committed industry professionals and try out new skills. This week, I chat with Élodie Lortal of the National Arts Centre about her experience volunteering with Meeting Planners International and how it helped…

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Community Program and Events Manager at Microsoft shares DEI best practices and why the best events always should solve a problem 47:56

2y ago47:56

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Shy Averett is Community Relations Organizer & Certified Corporate and Social Event Planner with over 15 years in the industry. Her career with Microsoft started over 9 years ago, where she leads DEI initiatives in event planning. Shy’s LinkedIn profile Don't forget to hit subscribe — because missing our podcast is like forgetting to unmute yoursel…

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09. Leveraging Your Vendor Network to Design Great Events 36:56

2y ago36:56

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Events help our attendees build meaningful relationships to meet their goals, but how do planners and vendors use relationships to create great events? In this episode, I chat with Evan Babins, an experienced events professional who is passionate about developing a strong network of vendors. We chat about the benefits of using your venue’s preferre…

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08. The Future of Hybrid Events 39:56

2y ago39:56

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The Future of Hybrid Events The events industry has undergone a transformation over the last two years. During this time, we’ve seen more and more organizations attempt to turn their once in-person-only events into virtual or hybrid experiences. Will Curran of Endless Events has experience executing meaningful virtual, hybrid, and in-person events …

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07. Why Mentorship is So Important in Event Planning 33:00

2y ago33:00

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Mentorship can be transformational in your career, but sometimes there are misconceptions about what mentorship is and isn’t. Also, it can be hard to know if you need a mentor, or if you’re ready to take on a mentee. In this episode, I chat with experienced event planner and Fast Forward 15 mentor, Kelly Frew. We discuss common myths about mentorsh…

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06. Using Advocacy Events to Promote Your Organization's Goals 36:06

2+ y ago36:06

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If you’re a mission-driven organization, events can be a great way to spread your message and get people on-board. That’s what Julie and Jacob of Julie & Co. help their clients do in Ottawa. Many causes and organizations need political support. It can be difficult to make a meaningful connection with those in office, that’s where lobbying events ca…

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05. Working with Catering Partners to Enhance Event Experience 29:57

2+ y ago29:57

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A great event experience is usually linked to the food, and a catering partner can help you elevate your event to the next level. In this episode, I chat with Jonathan Preskow, founder of JP Fine Foods about how the right caterer can work with you to create an unforgettable experience.In this episode, we discuss: How to use the seasonality of food …

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04. Working with Speaker Bureaus for Better Events 35:09

2+ y ago35:09

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Finding the right speaker for your event can be a challenge. You need to make sure they’re engaging and entertaining but also that they align with the purpose of your event. Using a speaker bureau is a great way to source event speakers that will ensure event success.In this episode, we discuss: The 3 Es of speaking How a speaker bureau can help, e…

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03. Employee Engagement Through Meaningful Events 32:36

2+ y ago32:36

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The internet is talking about “The Great Resignation”? Companies are trying to figure out how to attract new employees and retain great talent. Join me as I chat with Cat McGuire of WholeHearted about employee engagement with heart. In this episode, we discuss: How to engage remote employees How to ensure your event has a real social impact Budget …

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02. Intentional Event Design with Malak Sidky 33:45

2+ y ago33:45

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Digital and hybrid events are here to stay, so how do we engage our attendees, regardless of where they are? Join me as I chat with Malak Sidky, founder and president of Health Care Event Planning. We chat about ways to include attendees that may not be on-site. We also discuss how an event purpose can help shape your contracts going forward, makin…

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01. It’s Easy Being Green with Romina Kwong of Eco-Friendly Events 31:52

2+ y ago31:52

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Sustainability is no longer just a buzzword, it is a critical aspect of events. But, it can be overwhelming knowing where to start. This week’s guest is Romina Kwong, a sustainability consultant, environmental expert, and is the owner of Eco-Friendly Events. She helps event planners craft sustainable events without breaking the bank, all while ensu…

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Productivity Unraveled with Mary Kelly, PhD 58:18

2+ y ago58:18

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A high-energy keynote speaker, Mary is focused on using research, laughter, and experience to show professionals how to excel. Mary’s relatable, no-nonsense approach inspires audiences to embrace their roles, surpass their goals, and plan for the future. Mary Kelly is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and spent over 20 years on active d…

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Global picture of meetings with Deputy Editor of EventMB by Skift, Dylan Monorchio 1:05:37

3y ago1:05:37

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Dylan Monorchio is the Deputy Editor for Skift's events brand, EventMB.com. Beginning his writing career in an event tech firm, he now guides the production of EventMB's content. Dylan enjoys exploring the industry's nooks and crannies in pieces ranging from tech reviews and trend reports to market and business ethics analyses. Dylan splits his tim…

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Swapcard's CEO - Ex-lawyer - now entrepreneur and tech enthusiast! 1:03:41

3y ago1:03:41

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Ex-lawyer who turned entrepreneur and tech enthusiast! He is one of the founders and CEO of one of the fastest growing companies these days - Swapcard. I enjoyed sitting down with Baptiste Boulard while he told his story - how did he start in the business, original premise of Swapcard and what truly constitutes entrepreneurial life. Enjoy! Baptiste…

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What's Next.. with Julius Solaris, Swapcard 52:30

3+ y ago52:30

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Julius is a serial entrepreneur in event and meetings industry. He has been named one of the most influential individuals in the meetings industry by many magazines and media for the past 10 years. He is the author of over 10 books on event technology and innovation. Julius has conducted some of the most groundbreaking research for the event indust…

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Money Talk with Liz King Caruso - CEO of techsytalk 49:13

3+ y ago49:13

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Liz King Caruso is an Event Strategist, Consultant and Speaker. As CEO of Liz King Events and techsytalk, she has helped countless thought leaders grow their audience and sell their products through in-person, virtual & hybrid events. Liz is a big-picture person - passionate about tying events into an overall sales and marketing strategy and being …

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Courage and creativity for job seekers with Trevor Houston - how to stand out from the crowd? 53:14

3+ y ago53:14

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What an amazing energy Trevor has! His LinkedIn profile says - "You know how 𝑱𝑶𝑩 𝑺𝑬𝑬𝑲𝑬𝑹𝑺 struggle to 𝑮𝑬𝑻 𝑵𝑶𝑻𝑰𝑪𝑬𝑫 & end up getting lost in all the noise, a.k.a. “𝑩𝑳𝑨𝑪𝑲 𝑯𝑶𝑳𝑬” applicant tracking systems or 𝑨𝑻𝑺...⁉️ And... the 𝑬𝑿𝑻𝑹𝑨 𝑯𝑶𝑶𝑷𝑺 employers put in place, create a domino effect on a person’s emotional, spiritual, mental & financial situation.. T…

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A year later - Update from Michael Dominguez, CEO of ALHI 58:08

3+ y ago58:08

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This has been a great conversation with Michael Dominguez. I am truly humbled by him agreeing to be on the episode and share his current take on what is happening in the industry. We chatted about where are we as industry, based on statistics; forecasting in the times of global pandemic and other useful tips from industry expert. Michael's LinkedIn…

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Sponsorship and ROI - chat with Samantha Vogel, CMP of GameStop 49:35

3+ y ago49:35

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Samantha is a strategic and creative thinker with a background in creating and curating experiential events and sponsorships. Her specialties include: strategic event management, experiential design & production, sponsorship acquisition & retention, sponsorship activation, trade-show Management, VIP relationship management, contract negotiation, so…

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Digital event engagement strategies and festivalization based on GameStop annual conference with Judy Payne, CMP. 52:35

3+ y ago52:35

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Judy is Certified Meeting Professional with more than ten years experience in all aspects of convention, meeting, and event management including: strategic meeting management, team management/staffing, content development, sponsorships, design, marketing and innovation. Lead events ranging from 10 – 10,000 corporate and consumer attendees with over…

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David Tutera and how to elevate event and meeting professionals! 44:06

3+ y ago44:06

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Leading Wedding & Entertaining Expert, David Tutera is hailed as an artistic visionary whose ability, uniquely creative talents and outstanding reputation have made him a tremendous success in the lifestyle arena. Tutera has created a name for himself by taking his passion for designing spectacular events and transforming it into a lifestyle. He co…

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The event is your house guest.. mind shift for successful digital event design with Miguel Neves, CMP, DES 40:53

3+ y ago40:53

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Miguel is passionate about helping event professionals working online and offline to develop digital communication and content strategies. He is no stranger to the world of business events and he speaks, consults, and trains on topics around communication, content and event technology. Since 2005 Miguel has held multiple industry roles, starting in…

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