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The Mike Wagner ShowDallas-based jazz musician/saxophonist Mike Morrison is my special guest with “Missed The Boat”!
Dallas-based jazz musician/baritone saxophonist Mike Morrison talks about his latest release “Missed The Boat” featuring the title track, “Impermanence”, “Ferguson’s Saga”, “Tacocat” and more! Mike began his career rooted in the jazz tradition holding a Bachelor’s/Masters in Music Performance emphasizing in Jazz Studies from UT-Arlington & served as a Graduate Teaching Asst. teaching jazz theory and combos, performed with Arturo Sandoval, Jon Faddis, Bob Mintzer, etc., and currently the adj. professor at UTA & TCU plus as a fixture in the DFW area music scene plus shares the stories behind the music! Check out the amazing Mike Morrison and his lat...2025-01-1924 min
The Mike Wagner ShowDallas-based jazz musician/saxophonist Mike Morrison is my special guest with “Missed The Boat”!
Dallas-based jazz musician/baritone saxophonist Mike Morrison talks about his latest release “Missed The Boat” featuring the title track, “Impermanence”, “Ferguson’s Saga”, “Tacocat” and more! Mike began his career rooted in the jazz tradition holding a Bachelor’s/Masters in Music Performance emphasizing in Jazz Studies from UT-Arlington & served as a Graduate Teaching Asst. teaching jazz theory and combos, performed with Arturo Sandoval, Jon Faddis, Bob Mintzer, etc., and currently the adj. professor at UTA & TCU plus as a fixture in the DFW area music scene plus shares the stories behind the music! Check out the amazing Mike Morrison and his lat...2025-01-1935 min
The Mike Wagner ShowDallas-based jazz musician/saxophonist Mike Morrison is my special guest with “Missed The Boat”!Dallas-based jazz musician/baritone saxophonist Mike Morrison talks about his latest release “Missed The Boat” featuring the title track, “Impermanence”, “Ferguson’s Saga”, “Tacocat” and more! Mike began his career rooted in the jazz tradition holding a Bachelor’s/Masters in Music Performance emphasizing in Jazz Studies from UT-Arlington & served as a Graduate Teaching Asst. teaching jazz theory and combos, performed with Arturo Sandoval, Jon Faddis, Bob Mintzer, etc., and currently the adj. professor at UTA & TCU plus as a fixture in the DFW area music scene plus shares the stories behind the music! Check out the amazing Mike Morrison and his latest relea...2025-01-1935 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastThe EXHIBITOR Now Podcast for May 3, 2024David DuBois, President and CEO of The EXHIBITOR Group and Publisher of EXHIBITOR Magazine sits in with Mike to discuss the latest on the news front discussing the latest arguments in DC for Facial Recognition used by TSA, Labor Department reports and the economy in general. David and Mike also chat with Amy Calvert, CEO of The Events Industry Council who shares their latest work for the industry.2024-05-0348 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastThe Association and Advocacy Focus Podcast for April 2024Tommy Goodwin from ECA and Mike Morrison catch up on all things from the Exhibitions and Conferences Alliance, advocacy points, and the upcoming Legislative Action Day in DC on May 30th. The Association Updates as well. The website mentioned during the show for Fraud reporting is REPORTFRAUD.ftc.gov2024-04-2539 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastThe EXHIBITOR Now Podcast for April 19, 2024Rich Gibbons from SpeakInc chats with Kim and Mike about his job of finding the right speaker for the right event. Kim and Mike also chat about AI and AR in today's world, NIKE'S CEO assessment against remote work and airline travel to set new records this summer.2024-04-1948 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastThe EXHIBITOR NOW Podcast for April 12, 2024Well Being Alert! This one is a great discussion with Erica Brunke as Kim and Mike talk to her about her "I Am Remarkable" program. See more on that here, https://www.rmrkblty.org/iamremarkableAlso, Kim and Mike talked about Shop Marketplace in Cincinnati this week, where Mike spent the entire week. Also developments with the Duke Energy Center news, discussions regarding booth traffic trends and challenges, Charles Pappas winning an award, and more. Mike's books discussed during the interview are here : https://tinyurl.com/nnhrucpmhttps://tinyurl.com/yyubppv7https://tinyurl.com/mwuanpka2024-04-1357 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastThe EXHIBITOR Now Podcast for April 5, 2024Kim and Mike chat with David Dubois and Monica Myhill from The EXHIBITOR Group and discuss their assessments of EXHIBITOR Live 2024 in Nashville as well as changes coming for 2024 and 2025's show in San Antonio. Kim and Mike also chat about air travel cost challenges, share results of a poll on the subject, trade show attendance upticks so far with 2024 shows and also the opening of the Exhibit Design Awards competition in its 38th year!2024-04-0541 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastThe EXHIBITOR Now Podcast for March 29, 2024Julie Lynch from LynchPin Experiential and Jill Leithner from Intel Corporation chats with Kim and Mike regarding trends for 2024. Kim and Mike talk about his trip to PA and what it was like four years ago to the day with the COVID shutdowns, National Women's month and the strides made in that area and also the tragedy in Baltimore and how it will affect supply chain moving forward.2024-03-2943 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastThe EXHIBITOR Now Podcast for March 22, 2024ESCA Executive Director Julie Kagy comes on the show with Mark Johnson (special guest host) and Mike Morrison to discuss the upcoming Summer Educational Conference registration opening this week, the new Industry Collective movement, and a very intense discussion about the recent developments in the area of DEI. Mark and Mike talk about the economy and its effects on the industry, AI usage in the day to day world for the industry as well as a look into second quarter for business.2024-03-2237 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastThe EXHIBITOR Now Podcast for March 15, 2024Kim and Mike sit down with Mark Gnatovic and Andrea Christopherson from SearchWide Global to answer all the great questions about recruiting, job search, and the current job market. Kim and Mike also spend time discussing the new Independent Contractor versus W2 employee rule, the new FTC rulings regarding business scam enforcement as well as a new trend of the removal of hanging signs from trade shows.2024-03-1535 min
The EXHIBITOR Now Podcast***SPECIAL EDITION*** EXHIBITOR LIVE 2024 in NashvilleMike Morrison and Kim Gishler begin the new era for The Exhibitor Now Podcast from Nashville, TN at The Opryland Resort. Kim and Mike chat about the show floor, activities, and activations, the announcement that 2025 will be in San Antonio, and more about the future of the show. BeMatrix stops by and chats about their plans for their products and more.2024-03-0126 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastKim Gishler and The New EXHIBITOR Now Podcast, EXHIBITOR Live and MoreChief Content Strategist Kim Gishler joins Mark and Mike to discuss upcoming changes with EXHIBITOR Group, EXHIBITOR Live, EXHIBITOR Magazine, and EXHIBITOR Now. Mark and Mike also talk new Federal Trade Commission and Federal Labor Law changes and AT&T major outages occurring.2024-02-2347 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastEmily Olson on ISE Awards, EXHIBITORLive News and moreMark and Mike speak with EXHIBITOR Magazine Editor-In-Chief Emily Olson about the recent Barcelona-based ISE show and exhibit awards given there as well as updates for the upcoming EXHIBITOR Live Show Booth Awards and Best Of selections. Mark and Mike talk about Super Bowl impact, January Show records, and Tier 2 city show upticks in business.2024-02-1635 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastCharles Pappas from The EXHIBITOR Group on EXHIBITOR LiveMark and Mike take time to speak with Charles Pappas, Senior Writer for EXHIBITOR Magazine who gives us updates on the magazine, the upcoming EXHIBITOR Live event and more. Mark and Mike hit on Super Bowl weekend in Vegas, Freeman's latest on rigging rules and UFI's Global Barometer.2024-02-0940 min
Make It with Mike and KristenEpisode 99: Mike Morrison of Fire Valley Fire Has Been Marching to the Beat of His Own Drums for Over Twenty YearsMusic has been a part of Mike Morrison’s life since he was just a kid, influenced by the talents of his father. He has played with many bands, including Rock Ranger with the late Jay Smith and now with some of his closest friends in Fire Valley Fire. We talk about musical “feel,” how he doesn’t know the origin story of his band name (LOL) and the release of a brand-new album. Have a listen to this seasoned Cape Bretoners stories of family, fun and what’s so come!
Us on the web: www.mikeandkristen.ca
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The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastAnaheim Convention Center's Mindy Abel, EXHIBITOR Live Passes and more!Mike talks with Mindy Abel, Executive Director at The Anaheim Convention Center about their recent winning of the Overall Top Convention Center at One Million and Larger Square Feet with The EXHIBITOR Group as well as sustainability goals within their organization. Mark and Mike talk about how events in January have avoided major weather issues, Acquisition news, Freeman's latest report on event attendee considerations and sustainability attention rising in the hotel and event space world. Updates on EXHIBITOR Live as well2024-01-2651 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastNicola Kastner, The Event Strategist; EIC announced and Shows GaloreMike chats with The Event Strategist Nicola Kastner on the topic of Event Budgets' low levels in regards to negative consumer sentiment... Mark and Mike talk about the trade show schedules in January, The new EIC, Exhibitions Industry Collective and the ultra-rich say "Tax Us More!"2024-01-1944 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastECA Policy Agenda and moreMike speaks with Tommy Goodwin from ECA about the 2024 Policy Agenda and where the focus will be on Federal, State, and Local governments for industry issues. Mark and Mike speak on CES, CANVA, and the national debt topping $34 TRILLION!2024-01-0545 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastHappy New Year from The EXHIBITOR Now Podcast!Mark and Mike revisit 2023 highlights and the top five shows. They also talk about "revenge tourism" and the final issue of EXHIBITOR Magazine for 2023!2023-12-2928 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastMerry Christmas! Julie Kagy from ESCA and more!Mike chats with Julie from ESCA in a redo interview about what's happening with their organization in 2024 and beyond. Mark and Mike celebrate Christmas Exhibitor Group style and discuss subjects like "B"leisure and travel for 2024.2023-12-2242 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastEDPA's Hazel Hayes Winner Rob Cohen, Advocacy updates, and more!Mike chats with Ron on his big EDPA award at Access 2023, Mark and Mike talk advocacy updates, E3 is officially dead, new poll results, and EXHIBITORLIVE updates.2023-12-1544 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastSandra Braun 2023 EDPA Ambassador of the Year and more!Mike chats with Sandra as the winner of the Ambassador of the Year for EDPA, Mark and Mike catch up from a week of slight illness but still alive and kicking! RSNA wrap-up report and updates on EXHIBITORLIVE... a new fee for attending the show is an important change and more!2023-12-0837 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastThe Association Focus Podcast... EXTRA for 12.7.23Tommy and Mike talk the latest from advocacy on the hill and beyond, Pell Grant updates, Visas, and battles within Government.2023-12-0718 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastEDPA ACCESS 2023 Wrap Up, Julie Kagy from ESCA, and moreMark and Mike wrap up things from Florida from a record-breaking attendance event for EDPA ACCESS, Mike chats with Julie Kagy (despite background noise), and talks about the latest from RSNA and Yellow Trucking. 2023-12-0136 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastHappy Thanksgiving from The EXHIBITOR Now Podcast!TURKEY TALK is on top of the agenda and Mark and Mike also discuss current issues and prepare for EDPA Access and ESCA Winter Awards Ceremony! Travel breaks records, Luxury spending is down, and EV technology advancement sees a blow with Ford in Detroit. EXHIBITOR staff to report on Freeman's RSNA show, new rigging rules, and more!2023-11-2427 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastBrumark's James Zacharias, Government, EXHIBITORLIVE updates, and moreMike chats with James Z. about industry trends, insights from the supplier side, and 2024 forecasts. Mark and Mike update the Government shutdown aversion, IFES/ECA Partnership, and EDPA Engage details announced in conjunction with EXHIBITORLIVE. 2023-11-1727 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastIFES Partners With ECA, Shutdown Averted, and moreIFES Board Member Steve Riches from Laguna Displays talks with Tommy and Mike regarding the latest announcement of a Partnership between the two organizations. Tommy updates Mark and Mike on the latest from D.C., Advocacy VISA updates, and California electric forklift changes.2023-11-1637 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastEXHIBITOR's Emily Olson, EXHIBITORLIVE Updates, and moreMark and Mike chat with EXHIBITOR Editor Emily Olson about her role in the publication and the new content goals for the publication and online. Also, discussions regarding the awesome pre-registration numbers for EXHIBITORLIVE and exciting new activities coming in February's event. Finally, we have Vegas news updates and continue our discussion on AI.2023-11-1042 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastEEI Global's Kirk Brien, Labor Strike AffectsEEI Global COO Kirk Brien sits down to talk with Mike about the industry effects in 2023. Mark and Mike chat about The UFI Global Congress results, Julie Kagy taking the reins at ESCA, and how ongoing labor strikes affect the trade show, live event, and experiential marketing industries. 2023-11-0334 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastIMEX, Printing United, and Booth EtiquetteTOYFAIR heads BACK to New York (not New Orleans), Mark talks about IMEX 2023, Mike speaks on Printing United 2023, and Mark and Mike talk about acceptable behavior in trade shows and in life. With wrap-up interviews from The Randy 2023 and more!2023-10-2138 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastKai Hattendorf on The UFI Global Congress in Las VegasTommy Goodwin chats with Kai from UFI for the upcoming Global Congress event in Las Vegas, association news updated, and Mark and Mike talk current events around the industry.2023-10-1937 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastKai Hattendorf on The UFI Global Congress in Las VegasTommy Goodwin updates the listeners on advocacy and the happenings on the Hill.Mark and Mike chat about IMEX 23, CEIR's latest report and more. Association updates as well2023-10-1931 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastRich Johnson from The Randy Smith MemorialMark and Mike sit down with Rich Johnson from Nth Degree (and Co-Founder of The Randy Smith Memorial Golf Classic), and Exhibit City News' Don Svehla to chat about their years supporting the event. Mark and Mike chat about War, Vegas, and trying to achieve the optimal event strategy for the best ROI. 2023-10-1323 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastOn Location at the 29th Annual Randy Smith MemorialMark and Mike share their experience on-site in Stone Mountain, GA for the Randy Smith Memorial outing. Jim Wurm from EACA (and director for the event) stops by and shares the latest. 2023-10-0732 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastCathy Breden, New CEO/President for IAEE, Advocacy UpdatesTommy and Mike breakdown the shocking or not so shocking antics happening in DC with the Speaker of the House situation, government shutdown avoided for a moment and more, ECA updates included and then Mark sits down with Cathy Breden to converse about her dual roles with IAEE and CEIR. Should be an interesting 4th quarter for sure from an Advocacy standpoint. 2023-10-0547 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastDavid Dubois Interviews Cathy BredenTransition is the word of the day with David Dubois and Cathy Breden as they chat over the new IAEE world of leadership. Mark and Mike talk about what divides the world today and its effect on our industry, AI and its impact on the industry, and more! 2023-09-2935 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastEDPA's Dasher Lowe, Fed Shutdown ImmanentMike speaks with EDPA Executive Director Dasher Lowe regarding the upcoming EDPA Access event in Bonita Springs, FL at the end of November. Mark and Mike chat about DOL's proposal for raising overtime thresholds, the impending Fed Shutdown on Oct. 1st, and California's Travel Ban lifted for state-funded employees.2023-09-2234 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastHighway 85 Creative's Guy ZwickMike is on the road this week, roaming from Phoenix to San Diego and Tijuana, and talks with Highway 85 Creative's owner Guy Zwick about the creative journey so far. Mark and Mike observe 9/11 and talk about its lasting impact on the trade show and events world 22 years later. They also discuss the latest on MGM's cyberattack and Elon Musk's new Boring Project in Las Vegas (that's anything but dull).2023-09-1543 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastCharles Pappas of EXHIBITOR MagazineMark speaks with Charles Pappas, Senior writer with EXHIBITOR Magazine, about his experiences with the publication for over 21 years. Mark and Mike discuss COVID updates, economic views, and a recent poll from Mike about feelings for the remainder of 2023 for the industry.2023-09-0835 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastDavid DuBois and Kim Gishler from EXHIBITOR GroupMark and Mike chat about freelancers, retiring veterans of the industry, Hurricane Idalia, and more from EXHIBITOR Group. Later, Mark has an introductory discussion with David and Kim, welcoming them to EXHIBITOR and discussing early strategies for 2023-24.2023-09-0129 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastEagle Management's David HollowayThis week, Mike chats with David Holloway from Eagle Management regarding their view from a labor perspective for 2023-2024, Mark and Mike chat about a social media post about EXHIBITORLIVE, feedback for Nashville, CEIR Predict, and the COVID uptick. 2023-08-2530 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastKevin McLaughlin on the latest Carpenter's Union newsMark and Tommy catch up on the latest advocacy work on the Hill, Mike chat's with Kevin McLaughlin on Union updates and the associations give their latest news and updates!2023-08-2429 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastJason Weddle from Hamilton and MoreJason Weddle from Hamilton chats with Mike at The Chicago Randy about the companies' past and present from their perspective, Mark and Mike talk about the Maui Wildfires, Advocacy updates and Star celebrating 30 years this week and more!2023-08-1923 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastFreeman's Martin Moggre' on Sparks and MoreMark speaks with Freeman's Chief Client Officer Martin Moggre' regarding the acquisition of Sparks to the Freeman brand, Mark and Mike chat about EAC fees with response from GES on the matter, travel cost increases and welcoming Kim Gishler to Exhibitor Group. 2023-08-1129 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastThe Association Focus Podcast Episode 3Mike, Mark and Tommy talk about the latest on Advocacy while Congress is out of session, SISO's Vinnie Polito talks with Mike about the association's latest news and more on their upcoming Summer Conference in Salt Lake City, the associations report on what they are up to and more!2023-08-1045 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastThe 20th Anniversary of The Chicago Randy!Mike attended the Chicago Randy earlier this week and spoke with Nancy Virene and Jackie Hake who are "The Boss Ladies" for the event, breaking down all the activities that happened... also news about travel, Freeman and Sparks joining forces and Yellow closing its doors. The EXHIBITOR Group announces their new Chief Content Officer on Monday and Here is the new link to listen to The Association Focus Podcasts from The EXHIBITOR Group... https://www.exhibitoronline.com/focus2023-08-0427 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastExcessive EAC Charges Explained!EACA's Jim Wurm comes on the show and talks with Mike about General Contractors charging excessive fees for an exhibitor who uses an outside EAC to work on a display/booth and the ramifications of these actions. Mark and Mike talk about other topics in the industry as July comes to a close! 2023-07-2836 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastThe Association Focus Podcast Episode 2Brad Mayne joins Mike on discussing the IAVM activities and their upcoming Venue Connect event in Pittsburgh. Tommy and Mike catch up on all things advocacy for listeners in the industry.2023-07-2749 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastNth Degree/Fern CEO John Hense... Why Join Forces?Mark Johnson and John Hense discuss the recent joint initiative between Nth Degree and Fern. Later, Mark and Mike talk about the possible work stoppage at Yellow Transportation, UFI Global Barometer, and the latest California 1099 rulings.2023-07-2134 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastTrade Shows Are Changing!Mark Johnson and Mike Morrison meet up to talk about David Dubois becoming the President and CEO of Exhibitor Group. Then, we look at the data from the latest ExhibitorInsight webinar that explained how the industry is changing – and expectations are not the same! Later, Mike interviewed three first-time attendees at the ESCA Summer Educational Conference.2023-07-1438 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastWelcome To The Association Focus PodcastTommy Goodwin from ECA, Mark Johnson from The Exhibitor Group and Mike Morrison from WS Display present a new Bi-Weekly Podcast to focus on Advocacy in the Trade Show, Live Event and Experiential Marketing industries in today's world. Also, we focus on the industry associations and their latest news and information for industry listeners! 2023-07-1344 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastLaura Palker, Possible UPS Strike, and Hottest Day on EarthAs we continue to speak about the ESCA Summer Educational Conference, Mark interviews Laura Palker from the Exhibitions and Events Workforce Development Federation about her program and helping the industry. Later, Mark and Mike chat about a potential UPS Strike and how it may affect the industry, the hottest day recorded on earth this week, and more! 2023-07-0731 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastFern & Nth Degree Merger, IAEE's David Dubois, and ESCA Summer ConferenceBreaking news just before show time: Fern and Nth Degree have announced the merging of the companies. Mark and Mike speak with IAEE's Executive Director David Dubois at the ESCA Summer Educational Conference, discussions about the content of the conference, and more.2023-06-3028 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastEDPA So Cal Chapter, IPME, Carpet on Show Floor and More!Mike chats with IPME's Bill Hinchliff and Craig Rapoza from their Container World in Compton, CA after participating in the EDPA Southern California Chapter Fund Raiser for the EDPA Foundation in Huntington Beach. Then, Mark and Mike talk about the upcoming ESCA SEC Conference, Carpet on the Show Floor (or the absence thereof) at San Diego's Comic Con, Live Event Ticket Junk Fees, and more.2023-06-2328 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastKaren Totaro from Huntington Place, RIP Dalton Jenkins, and New Industry StudyMike speaks with Huntington Place General Manager Karen Totaro on the organization's new communication strategies with Union Labor at the Convention Center, The Exhibitor Group works in conjunction with Explori and The Exhibitor Advocate on a newly released study for Exhibit Marketers for industry information needed for decision making, the podcast learned that Industry Veteran Dalton Jenkins passed away in Mexico this week at the age of 65, and Mark and Mike get ready for ESCA's Summer Educational Conference in Florida.2023-06-1635 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastHillary Martin CTSM, EXHIBITORLIVE Dates, and Association UpdatesMark and Mike chat with Hillary for our last CTSM interview from EXHIBITORLIVE 2023, 2024 dates are set for Nashville, and Mark and Mike chat about upcoming industry-related news and events.2023-06-1028 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastCTSM Corbin Butcher, Legislative Action Day Wrap Up, New Association Show!ECA's Tommy Goodwin and Mike wrap up a long hot humid day in DC for Legislative Action Day. CTSM member Corbin Butcher chats with Mark and Mike at EXHIBITORLIVE about the program and its effect all the way over in Czechoslovakia! Mark, Tommy, and Mike wrap up with what's next – including a new forthcoming biweekly podcast that will center on Advocacy and Associations in the Trade Show and Live Event industries.2023-06-0231 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastLegislative Action Day, Gwen Hill CTSM and New President Search for Exhibitor Group!Mark and Mike open the show with a great discussion with Tommy Goodwin from The Exhibitions and Conferences Alliance regarding Legislative Action Day in DC next week. Then Mike chats with Exhibit Force's Gwen Hill about CTSM certification, and Mark makes the announcement regarding a search for a new President for The Exhibitor Group. 2023-05-2637 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastAnnette McClure CTSM, ESCA's Julie Kagy, Legislative Action Day and More!Mark speaks with Annette McClure about the CTSM program during EXHIBITORLIVE... Mike talks with Julie Kagy from ESCA about the upcoming Summer Educational Conference and activities in San Destin Florida in late June, Mark and Mike chat about the many upcoming industry activities and more! 2023-05-1936 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastJessica Sibila, Betsy Earle from EXHIBITORLIVE 2023Mike speaks with Jessica Sibila from The Exhibitor Advocate on their organization's work and also Mike chats with Betsy Earle from Event Driven Solutions, Diamond Level CTSM on today's industry status. Continuing series from EXHIBITORLIVE 2023 from Louisville. 2023-05-1234 min
The EXHIBITOR Now PodcastHappy Cinco de Mayo from CTSM and EXHIBITORLIVE 2023!A continuation of discussions from EXHIBITORLIVE 2023 in Louisville as Mike speaks with CTSM Diamond Diane Benson and Mark chats with Claire Conway to gain their perspectives on the program, and the week's activities. 2023-05-0530 minThe EXHIBITOR Now Podcast"And They're Off!" EXHIBITORLIVE 2023 From The Show Floor!Mark Johnson and Mike Morrison broadcast from the elite Container Studio from IPME and Mark starts out with a discussion with CTSM Diamond Glenda Brungardt, Show wraps up with a recap and discussion with Bill Hinchliff from IPME and next year's talk for NASHVILLE, TN! (That's not official, but pretty DARN close, for my fellow southerners!)2023-04-2829 minThe EXHIBITOR Now PodcastMental Resilience for EXHIBITORLIVE!Mark speaks with Andy Core, a popular presenter at previous EXHIBITORLIVE on the subject of mental resilience. Mark and Mike talk about the upcoming show, upcoming dates for events in June, and more! See you in Louisville! 2023-04-2037 minThe EXHIBITOR Now PodcastMETAVERSE...Icing on the cake?Corbin Ball, Presenter at EXHIBITORLIVE 2023 on the subject for the Metaverse in the Live Event spectrum speaks with Mark this week, while Mark and Mike dive into trade show calendars, E3's cancellation and updates for EXHIBITORLIVE where the podcast is happening on the show floor! 2023-04-1431 minThe EXHIBITOR Now PodcastDan Raynak, ExhibitorLive Discussion, CEIR and SpammersMark Johnson speaks with Exhibitor Group President Dan Raynak, elaborating on the upcoming experiential aspects for Louisville's event that is just a few weeks away, Mark and Mike chat about the CEIR 4th Quarter Index, The latest webinar for Exhibitor Live and SPAMMERS! Watch out for them as they are in full force! 2023-04-0848 minThe EXHIBITOR Now PodcastJim Gilmore, Advocacy Updates, EXHIBITORLIVE and moreMark speaks with Jim Gilmore, presenter at EXHIBITORLIVE 2023, Mark and Mike update the latest from ECA on Kentucky and California laws concerning live events and more! 2023-04-0239 minThe EXHIBITOR Now PodcastKiss, Bow or Shake Hands, International TrendsMark speaks with Michael McMahon from Hill and Partners on his first experience at Euroshop who was also a judge for the Booth Design Awards. Mark also speaks with Terri Morrison who is the author of the publication Kiss, Bow and Shake Hands... exploring the cultures and how they identify in best business practices. Terri will be a presenter at EXHIBITORLive. Mark and Mike wrap up with a salute to St Patrick Day and focus on EXHIBITORLive 2023 in Louisville, KY.2023-03-1738 minThe EXHIBITOR Now PodcastEuroshop/EXHIBITORLIVE 2023 SpotlightIPME's Bill Hinchliff speaks with Mark and Mike in the IFES Village at Euroshop 2023...Deckle and Moneypenny's Steve Deckle also took time out at Euroshop to speak about EXHIBITORLIVE and the activities coming in late April and then Mark and Mike sum up Euroshop's top five takeaways. 2023-03-1042 minThe EXHIBITOR Now PodcastLive From Euroshop 2023!Mark Johnson and Mike Morrison speak with Exploring Inc's Dave Walens, Scan Displays Justin Hawes and Booth Educator and International Industry Expert Han Leenhouts during their initial phase of Euroshop 2023 in Dusseldorf Germany. Great discussion of the Expo and Event World so far in 2023! 2023-03-0246 minThe EXHIBITOR Now PodcastEuroshop Preshow - Travis Stanton on Design CompetitionMark and Mike talk Euroshop 2023 and Exhibitor Magazine's Editor in Chief Travis Stanton talks about the Design Competition for Euroshop ... a lot of changes in this years' version to take note of. Things to carry to Germany and know before you go! 2023-02-2235 minThe EXHIBITOR Now PodcastEvents After the CORONA COASTER!Mike has a talk with Dahlia El Gazzar from the Dahlia Plus Agency of Boston about how events are changing coming out of the pandemic. Mark and Mike recap the Super Bowl, activations and events in general and more! 2023-02-1734 minThe EXHIBITOR Now PodcastThe Recovery of the RecoveryIn the continuing series of interviews from IAEE's Expo Expo, Mike speaks with IAEE's Nicole Bowman about the Recovery we are in with Trade Shows and Live Events. Mark and Mike highlight the topics from the interview, Euroshop coming up, and more!2023-02-1035 minThe EXHIBITOR Now PodcastWhy Louisville?Doug Bennett, Executive Vice President at Louisville Tourism speaks with Mike Morrison at IAEE Expo Expo to highlight all the positive aspects of having an event, trade show or conference in the largest city in Kentucky. Mark and Mike chat about their experiences in Louisville and their takes on the city that will host EXHIBITORLive 2023 – which is in just a couple of months!2023-02-0329 minThe EXHIBITOR Now PodcastTrends for 2023!UFI's Kai Hattendorf drops in to talk with Mark and Mike about the top five trends for 2023 in Trade Shows and Live Events! Mark and Mike also shed light on other aspects on the industries for the immediate future.2023-01-2732 minThe EXHIBITOR Now PodcastThe Good, the Bad and the UglyMike chats with Tommy Goodwin from Exhibition Conferences Alliance about 2023 challenges on the Hill in DC as well as Legislative Action Day June 1, 2023. Mark is back in Vegas for World of Concrete, Shot and Fancy Foods and the duo talks about the Good, Bad and Ugly in the Trade Show and Live Event World for 2023 so far!2023-01-2035 minThe EXHIBITOR Now PodcastWelcome to the EXHIBITORNow Podcast!Welcome to our inaugural show! Mark Johnson has been a roving reporter on the road and tells us about CES, HCEA and more! A discussion with the Pennsylvania Convention Center and IATSE over their new Safety and Hospitality initiative and Mark and Mike talk about entering 2023 in a bullish manner and swinging for the fences! 2023-01-1341 min
I Quit! - The PodcastS3 E3: Inside The First Day of A Brand New CompanySay hello to Adam Rozenhart and Tyler Butler's new company: Adverb Communications. https://www.adverbcomms.com/https://twitter.com/adverbcomms You can follow their fantastic twitter feeds:https://twitter.com/tylerjackbutlerhttps://twitter.com/bingofuel Check me out too:Mike Morrisonhttps://twitter.com/mikesbloggity
2021-12-0827 min
I Quit! - The PodcastS3 E1: From Your Name In Lights to Something Even More Exciting Thanks so much to Samira Khan for joining us. Here's where you can find her: https://twitter.com/snackmira http://linkedin.com/in/samiramkhanhttps://www.instagram.com/snackmira/ To learn more about Mike or chat with him:https://twitter.com/mikesbloggity http://linkedin.com/in/michaellindseymorrisonhttps://www.instagram.com/mikesbloggitywww.bloggity.caHave a guest idea or want to sponsor? Send Mike a note: mike@bloggity.ca
2021-11-1025 min
I Quit! - The PodcastTrailer: Season 3 ARRIVES Next Week!New to our podcast? Check out the past two seasons. Who is Mike? Well Mike Morrison is host, writer, speaker, podcaster and community builder. He runs events for digital marketers all across Canada and during the pandemic, he created SocialAtHome, which is a virtual conference series that's so far been attended by more than 2,000 folks!You can follow him on Instagram:https://twitter.com/mikesbloggityAnd Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikesbloggity Comments or questions? Wanna help Mike pay for this podcast? Send him a note: mike@bl...2021-11-0501 min
Everything Hertz87: Improving the scientific poster (with Mike Morrison)We chat with Mike Morrison, a former User Experience (UX) designer who quit his tech career to research how we can bring UX design principles to science. We discuss Mike's recently introduced 'better poster' format and why scientists should think carefully about UX.
Here's what we cover:
What’s the story behind the “better poster?”
The Better Poster video
The Better Poster template
The importance of minimising cognitive load
Science isn’t badly designed, it’s not even designed at all
What is good User Experience (UX)?
The most important feature of SciHub
Version 2 of the ‘better poste...2019-07-0151 min
I Quit! - The PodcastEP 13: How to quit a city and find a new one - Jim Button - I Quit hosted by Mike MorrisonLearn more at: www.iquitpodcast.ca
2019-01-0827 min
I Quit - The PodcastEP 13: How to quit a city and find a new one - Jim Button - I Quit hosted by Mike MorrisonJim Button is known as the quintessential Calgarian, but like so many, he's not from here. To start his career in Calgary, he had to quit his career in Toronto. But does where you live define you professionally? How do you quit a city and how do you decide where to re-start?
This is episode 13 of the first season of the podcast "I Quit!", hosted by Mike Morrison.
The path of being an entrepreneur is a winding road with many highs and lows. But for many, that journey often starts by saying two magical words: “I Quit!”.
During the first seas...2019-01-0827 minI Quit - The PodcastEP 12: From the toolbox to centre stage - Reuben Bullock - I Quit hosted by Mike MorrisonWhen you’re thinking of becoming self-employed, usually the biggest concern is how to make money, and when it comes to being a full time musician, making money is often just a pipe-dream. But musician Reuben Bullock risked his career as a carpenter to make music, and if the screaming fans from coast to coast to coast, is any indication, it’s already paying off.
This is episode 12 of the first season of the podcast "I Quit!", hosted by Mike Morrison.
The path of being an entrepreneur is a winding road with many highs and lows. But for many, that jour...2018-10-2523 min
I Quit! - The PodcastEP 12: From the toolbox to centre stage - Reuben Bullock - I Quit hosted by Mike MorrisonWhen you’re thinking of becoming self-employed, usually the biggest concern is how to make money, and when it comes to being a full time musician, making money is often just a pipe-dream. But musician Reuben Bullock risked his career as a carpenter to make music, and if the screaming fans from coast to coast to coast, is any indication, it’s already paying off.
This is episode 12 of the first season of the podcast "I Quit!", hosted by Mike Morrison.
The path of being an entrepreneur is a winding road with many highs and lows. But for many, that jour...2018-10-2523 minI Quit - The PodcastEP 11: Engineering a new career as a filmmaker - Gillian McKercher - I Quit hosted by Mike MorrisonHere in Alberta, getting an engineer degree is like owning a pair of cowboy boots, it’s something you just do. But what if you have a different calling, can you take what you learned in school for one thing, and apply it to something completely different: like becoming a film-maker? That’s the story of Gillian McKercher, who was an engineer working in downtown Calgary, who is now about to have her first feature film premiere at the Calgary International Film Festival!
* This episode is sponsored by The Calgary International Film Festival, taking place here in Calgary from September 19th t...2018-09-2121 min
I Quit! - The PodcastEP 11: Engineering a new career as a filmmaker - Gillian McKercher - I Quit hosted by Mike MorrisonHere in Alberta, getting an engineer degree is like owning a pair of cowboy boots, it’s something you just do. But what if you have a different calling, can you take what you learned in school for one thing, and apply it to something completely different: like becoming a film-maker? That’s the story of Gillian McKercher, who was an engineer working in downtown Calgary, who is now about to have her first feature film premiere at the Calgary International Film Festival!
* This episode is sponsored by The Calgary International Film Festival, taking place here in Calgary from September 19th t...2018-09-2121 minI Quit - The PodcastEP 10: Quitting Before Your Mental Health Quits You - Dario Verrelli- I Quit hosted by Mike MorrisonBefore you quit your job to become your own boss, know this: It can really take a toll on your health. As entrepreneurs, we’re told to hustle 27/4 and always be selling, but our bodies have a way of telling us when it’s time to slow down, whether we think we should or not. Today’s episode features Dario Joseph Verrelli, who is the founder of the digital marketing agency, Octopus & Son Social Media Inc. and the co-founder of Work Nicer Coworking, but despite his success and professional growth, he recently chose to quit and work on himself.
This is epi...2018-09-1215 min
I Quit! - The PodcastEP 10: Quitting Before Your Mental Health Quits You - Dario Verrelli- I Quit hosted by Mike MorrisonBefore you quit your job to become your own boss, know this: It can really take a toll on your health. As entrepreneurs, we’re told to hustle 27/4 and always be selling, but our bodies have a way of telling us when it’s time to slow down, whether we think we should or not. Today’s episode features Dario Joseph Verrelli, who is the founder of the digital marketing agency, Octopus & Son Social Media Inc. and the co-founder of Work Nicer Coworking, but despite his success and professional growth, he recently chose to quit and work on himself.
This is epi...2018-09-1215 minI Quit - The PodcastEP 09: Giving it all up so you can have it all - Rhonda Law - I Quit Podcast hosted by Mike MorrisonI honestly feel like I started this podcast because I wanted to tell stories like our next one. Rhonda Law owns a company called Bark, which sells a line of dog treats and accessories. She didn’t go to school for it, quite the opposite actually. But over the past couple of years, she made big, bold decisions that led her on a career that she never saw coming. Today, we talk to Rhonda about how she quit her job and sold her house all so she could become her own top dog.
This is episode 9 of the first season of...2018-08-0223 min
I Quit! - The PodcastEP 09: Giving it all up so you can have it all - Rhonda Law - I Quit Podcast hosted by Mike MorrisonI honestly feel like I started this podcast because I wanted to tell stories like our next one. Rhonda Law owns a company called Bark, which sells a line of dog treats and accessories. She didn’t go to school for it, quite the opposite actually. But over the past couple of years, she made big, bold decisions that led her on a career that she never saw coming. Today, we talk to Rhonda about how she quit her job and sold her house all so she could become her own top dog.
This is episode 9 of the first season of...2018-08-0223 minI Quit - The PodcastEP 08: Getting in bed with a new career path - Mike Gettis - I Quit Podcast hosted by Mike MorrisonMike Gettis is the Founder and CEO of Endy and actually, he and I have a lot in common. First we both have an awesome first name. And second, we’ve both ended up in careers that didn’t exist back when we were supposed to be deciding what we wanted to do when we grew up. Taking on a new career in a new industry, Mike had to quit the well-worn career path he was on to sell beds that come in boxes.
Just a quick note about this episode, it was actually recorded during the middle of my digi...2018-07-2016 min
I Quit! - The PodcastEP 08: Getting in bed with a new career path - Mike Gettis - I Quit Podcast hosted by Mike MorrisonMike Gettis is the Founder and CEO of Endy and actually, he and I have a lot in common. First we both have an awesome first name. And second, we’ve both ended up in careers that didn’t exist back when we were supposed to be deciding what we wanted to do when we grew up. Taking on a new career in a new industry, Mike had to quit the well-worn career path he was on to sell beds that come in boxes.Just a quick note about this episode, it was actually recorded during the midd...2018-07-2016 min
I Quit! - The PodcastEP 07: Quitting school is right sometimes - Derek MacDonald - I Quit Podcast hosted by Mike MorrisonGrowing up, we were taught that if you wanted to succeed in life, you basically have to go to school until you had more degrees than toes. But as many have learned, going to school doesn’t always work out, but does the stigma of quitting school make carving your own career even harder? Derek MacDonald is the President of Boom Goes The Drum, a leading event management company. He actually quit school, and a lot of other things before he landed he exactly where he was supposed to.
This is episode 7 of the first season of the podcast "I Qu...2018-07-0617 min
I Quit! - The PodcastEP 06: How to quit when you're the boss - Graham Sherman - I Quit Podcast hosted by Mike MorrisonThe day you quit your job is without a doubt one of the most stressful days you'll professionally ever go through. You have no idea how your boss with react, will they be supportive? Furious? But what happens when you quit your own job? Graham Sherman was employed at Tool Shed Brewery...until he recently quit. But Graham already knew how the boss was going to react, because, as luck would have it, he's the co-owner of the brewery.
This is episode 6 of the first season of the podcast "I Quit!", hosted by Mike Morrison.
The path of being an...2018-06-2623 min
I Quit! - The PodcastEP 05: The morning after – Paula Worthington - I Quit Podcast hosted by Mike MorrisonWhat happens immediately after you quit?
So far on this podcast, we've met entrepreneurs who've been navigating the world of self-employment for some time, but what are the first hours, days and weeks like? I thought it'd be good to talk to someone who just quit, like a few weeks ago. Paula Worthington is one of Canada's newest entrepreneurs and today she'll share with us what it's been like so far.
This is episode 5 of the first season of the podcast "I Quit!", hosted by Mike Morrison.
The path of being an entrepreneur is a winding road with many highs...2018-04-2612 min
I Quit! - The PodcastEP 04: Two birds, one stone – Lourdes Juan - I Quit Podcast hosted by Mike MorrisonLourdes Juan is an Urban Planner and Calgary based entrepreneur. She shares her time as the Director of Hive Developments, Soma Hammam and Spa, and doing community work with non-profits she founded, the Leftovers Foundation and Moonlight Market Foundation. To get there, she had to quit not one job, but two.
This is episode 4 of the first season of the podcast "I Quit!", hosted by Mike Morrison.
The path of being an entrepreneur is a winding road with many highs and lows. But for many, that journey often starts by saying two magical words: “I Quit!”.
During the first season of I...2018-04-1912 min
I Quit! - The PodcastEP 03: Enough is enough - Roger Kingkade - I Quit Podcast hosted by Mike MorrisonIf you’ve ever lived in Western Canada, you’ve likely heard Roger Kingkade’s voice. The popular radio host has been working in the industry for years. So when Roger lost his last job, an all too frequent occurrence in radio, Kingkade quit his career and started down a whole new path: app development.
This is episode 3 of the first season of the podcast "I Quit!", hosted by Mike Morrison.
The path of being an entrepreneur is a winding road with many highs and lows. But for many, that journey often starts by saying two magical words: “I Quit!”.
During the...2018-04-1213 min
I Quit! - The PodcastEP 02: Anything you can do, I can do better - Sarah Ward - I Quit Podcast hosted by Mike MorrisonSarah Ward is an award-winning interior designer who learned her craft from some of the best in the industry. So what happened when she decided that she could go it alone?
This is episode 2 of the first season of the podcast "I Quit!", hosted by Mike Morrison.
The path of being an entrepreneur is a winding road with many highs and lows. But for many, that journey often starts by saying two magical words: “I Quit!”.
During the first season of I Quit! you’ll hear stories incredible entrepreneurs who quit their jobs and never looked back.
Learn more at: http...2018-03-2913 min
I Quit! - The PodcastEP 01: Fake it until you make it - Neil Zeller - I Quit Podcast hosted by Mike MorrisonFollow Neil on Twitter:And Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/neil_zee/?hl=en Learn more at: http://www.iquitpodcast.ca
2018-03-2923 min