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INSIGHT LIVECameron Atlas: Get Clear, Go Bold, Be Relentless What does it look like to rebuild your life on purpose and then turn that courage into a roadmap for everyone else? In this episode, keynote speaker, musician, and mindset strategist Cameron Atlas shares the real stories behind The Edge of Possible from leaving the Australian Outback, to a defining tragedy that reshaped his mission, to the moment he sold everything he owned and stepped into the unknown. You will hear the simple framework that anchors his work, why “relentless recovery” matters as much as relentless ambition, and how he is blending music and AI to create next level audie...
2026-02-1640 min
INSIGHT LIVEMichele Gonzalez - 2026: Disruption and Development Change is here, and this episode doesn’t tiptoe around it. In 2026: Disruption and Development, we sit down with Michele Gonzalez, 2026 President of MPI Texas Hill Country, for a bold conversation about what meeting professionals need next. Michele shares how stepping into leadership during disruption shaped her vision, why real education and access matter more than ever, and how MPI can be a true home base for support, skills, and community. If you’ve been craving practical takeaways, honest perspective, and a clear look at what’s ahead, hit play.
2026-01-1934 min
INSIGHT LIVEJamie Kowalski: Legacy, Leadership, and the Heart of The RK GroupIf you’re curious how a legacy of human connection built a powerhouse in our industry, this episode delivers.This episode takes you inside The RK Group, a powerhouse in meeting and event services, and into the legacy that shaped its rise. Jamie Kowalski shares remarkable stories of Rosemary Kowalski and the way her commitment to people, intention and genuine connection became the engine behind the company’s success. Through Jamie’s lens, you see how human connection is not just a value, but a strategy that can move communities forward and elevate everything it touches. It is an...
2025-12-1541 min
INSIGHT LIVEMichael Dominguez: Time to Change the NarrativeIf you’re ready to hear what real progress sounds like, this episode is for you. Hear from the President & CEO of ALHI and one of our industry’s leading-edge thought leaders, Mr. Michael Dominguez. Michael brings forward-thinking clarity to where our industry is headed and what real progress looks like today in an ever-changing landscape. His perspective is sharp, refreshing, and shaped by years of guiding our industry through both calm and chaos. Get ready for a conversation that will stay with you long after the episode ends.
2025-11-1956 min
INSIGHT LIVEAngela Gargano: The Keynote that will LIGHT YOU UPDo not walk, run to your favorite podcast app and listen now! In this episode of INSIGHT LIVE, keynote speaker Angela Gargano shares her journey of finding strength in the toughest times and turning obstacles into opportunities. You’ll walk away feeling energized, empowered, and ready to tackle anything life throws your way. Planners, this is the kind of keynote energy your audience will thank you for.
2025-10-1439 min
INSIGHT LIVEYour Backstage Pass to TEC: Why You Can’t Afford to Miss ItStep behind the scenes with Cory Ferguson and Lauren MacQueen for your all-access look at the Texas Education Conference (TEC 2025). From game-changing sessions to powerful networking, TEC is where Texas meeting and event professionals level up.This episode gives you insider insight into what’s waiting for you—and why you don’t want to be the one hearing about it after it’s over.Tune in now, then grab your spot at TEC 2025 before it’s too late! Head to Texas Education Conference (TEC25) to register or grab a b
2025-09-0427 min
INSIGHT LIVESidney Stoper - Hospitality to Headset: The Role of the Executive ProducerIn this episode, Sidney gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it really means to be an Executive Producer for live events. From managing stress in high-stakes environments to calling flawless cues, Sidney shares the mindset, methods, and magic behind show-day success. You'll also learn how to tell when your event needs an Executive Producer, and what a difference the right one can make.Sidney Stoper is the Executive Producer at INSPIRE Solutions, where he’s spent more than 12 years bringing events to life with precision, creativity, and calm under pressure. Before joining INSPIRE, Sidney built a st...
2025-08-1122 min
INSIGHT LIVECarol Lynn Huttel, CMP, CMM - CMP: Why it Matters More Than EverTune in as we talk with Carol Lynn Huttel, CMP, CMM about the CMP Certification, and why it matters now more than ever. Carol is a Managing Director with HelmsBriscoe and a champion of continuing education in the meetings industry. With decades of experience in hotel operations and sales—from Hilton to Omni—Carol has helped shape the professional journeys of countless event professionals. She holds multiple certifications, including the CMP, CMM, and HMCC, and in 2017, she founded The CMP Experience Boot Camps—a program designed to guide and inspire others on their path to certification. Carol is not...
2025-07-1426 min
INSIGHT LIVEAmy Harris, CMP - Austin Convention Center: Past, Present, and FutureWith over 12 years at the Austin Convention Center, Amy Harris is a leader in driving business growth, forging strategic partnerships, and maximizing revenue opportunities. As Director of Sales, she leads a high-performing team dedicated to attracting top-tier conventions, corporate events, and short-term business, ensuring the Austin Convention Center remains a premier destination for event planners nationwide.Before joining the convention center, Amy held leadership roles in luxury hotels and resorts, refining her expertise in high-end hospitality sales and customer experience. A proud graduate of The University of Texas at Austin, she is an active industry leader, serving...
2025-06-1244 min
INSIGHT LIVETim Hines - Disruption: Reimagining the FutureIn a powerful and entertaining crossover episode with The Marketing Starter Podcast, we welcome global keynote speaker and business coach Tim Hines to MPI Live. Tim is on a mission to help meetings professionals grow by becoming more collaborative, innovative, and influential. This special extended episode doesn’t just talk about the power of AI, Gen Z superpowers, and entrepreneurial thinking—it puts them into action.Tim has partnered with leading organizations like Accor, Air France, IMEX, Northstar Media, and even the CIA, helping them embrace change through an entrepreneurial mindset. He’s also served on the Commun...
2025-05-071h 19
INSIGHT LIVEDonna Harbers, CMP - Everyone Is a MentorJoin us as we talk with Donna Harbers, your 2025 MPI Texas Hill Country President. Donna is also Artist and Chief Joy Officer for JoyShine, the company she founded to help people embrace creativity to live happier, more confident lives. As the 2025 MPITHCC President, she is excited to work with an incredible board of directors and provide tools and information that empower planners and suppliers to work together more effectively.
2025-04-1516 min
INSIGHT LIVEAngele DuPassage, CMP - Taking the Leap: Turning Experience into EntrepreneurshipAfter almost 25 years in the hotel industry, Angele du Passage took a bold leap—leaving behind an established role in the corporate world to co-found Cypress Planning Group, a site selection, meeting and event management company with two trusted colleagues, Kathan Dearman and Ashley McCoy. Having worked together for over 15+ years on a hotel sales team, the trio leveraged their deep-rooted industry knowledge, contract negotiation expertise, and undeniable chemistry into a thriving business.Angele joins us to share the “why” behind their big move, the challenges, and triumphs of building a team from the ground up, and the in...
2025-03-1822 min
INSIGHT LIVEJames Brown - The Xchange Zone: Everyone is your CustomerJames is a speaker, emcee, voice-over talent, and presentation coach for youth and adults; I guess you could say he's a man who wears many hats (literally has more than 30 "B" caps!) James is known for his commanding voice and interactive approach. As former All-American track star and award-winning National Sales Executive, James' unique expertise as a leader and teammate (on the track and in corporate America) has paved the way for him to be an asset to various organizations by drawing on “championship principles” to succeed and stay connected in "THE XCHANGE ZONE!" He is inspiring, engaging, and provide...
2025-02-1820 min
INSIGHT LIVEResa Meagher - Staying Healthy in Busy TimesTune in as we talk with Resa Meagher, a Certified Integrative Health and Wellness Coach, Active MPI Leader, and an event production professional. Resa will share her expert tips and strategies for maintaining your health and well-being during even the busiest times, all while setting the stage to thrive in 2025! Whether you're looking to boost your energy or create sustainable habits, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you feel your best and tackle the year ahead with confidence.
2025-01-1419 min