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Accessible Disruption - Strategy TableDavid Adler - Harnessing Serendipity - Collaboration ArtistsVisit our website for more links and information: www.strategytable.co David's Book: Harnessing Serendipity The Washington Dossier Video Project: YOUTUBEIn this episode of the "Accessible Disruption" podcast, hosts Tahira Endean and Anthony Vade sit down with David Adler, founder of BizBash, to discuss the evolving landscape of the event industry and the critical role of effective communication and creativity in navigating change. David shares his insights on how events have shifted from mere party planning to becoming powerful tools for transformative change within organizations and communities.The conversation delves into the...2025-05-0133 min
Accessible Disruption - Strategy TableDavid Allison – How Our Shared Values Shape Our Business Cultures.Visit Strategy Table at www.strategytable.coConnect with David: https://www.davidallisoninc.comhttps://valuegraphics.comIn this enlightening episode of the “Accessible Disruption” podcast, hosts Tahira Endean and Anthony Vade welcome David Allison, a renowned expert in understanding human values and the founder of Valuegraphics. The discussion centers around the fundamental role that values play in shaping individual behaviors and corporate cultures, particularly in the context of navigating change. David emphasizes that every person is a values-driven being, and by recognizing and aligning these values, organizations can create more meaningful and impac...2025-04-1726 min
Accessible Disruption - Strategy TableTracey Hirsch - Communicating for ChangeVisit us at www.strategytable.coConnect with Tracey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/traceyhirschIn this compelling episode of the "Accessible Disruption" podcast, hosts Tahira Endean and Ryan Hill welcome communication expert Tracey Hirsch, founder of Amplifying Effect. Together, they delve into the critical role of effective communication in driving organizational change. Tracey shares her extensive experience in internal communications, emphasizing that poor communication can lead to significant losses for companies, with a staggering $1.6 trillion lost annually in the U.S. alone due to miscommunication.The conversation highlights the discomfort many i...2025-04-1039 min
Accessible Disruption - Strategy TableWho is Anthony Vade - Strategy Table Founder StoryVisit us at www.strategytable.coIn this engaging episode of "Accessible Disruption," hosts Tahira Endean and Anthony Vade share a personal and insightful conversation about Anthony’s journey and how his background has shaped his comfort with change. The episode begins with a nostalgic tone, as Tahira and Anthony reminisce about their early experiences and the impact of their childhoods on their current outlooks.Anthony discusses his upbringing in South Australia, highlighting the influence of his immigrant father, who instilled in him a sense of resilience and curiosity. He reflects on the challenges of na...2025-04-0217 min
Accessible Disruption - Strategy TableWhat are PERSPECTIVES and how do humans use themVisit us at www.strategytable.coIn this insightful episode of "Accessible Disruption," hosts Anthony Vade, Tahira Endean, and Ryan Hill explore the concept of perspectives and their critical role in navigating change. The discussion opens with Tahira emphasizing the importance of seeking diverse viewpoints in a world of 8 billion people, advocating for collaboration and dialogue as essential tools for progress.The hosts delve into the intrinsic nature of perspectives, highlighting how individual experiences shape our interpretations of events. Ryan points out that understanding these varying perspectives is fundamental to effective change management, as it...2025-04-0133 min
Accessible Disruption - Strategy TableWho is Ryan Hill - Strategy Table Founder StoryVisit us at www.strategytable.coIn this episode of "Accessible Disruption," hosts Tahira Endean and Ryan Hill engage in an insightful conversation about personal experiences with change and adaptability. The episode begins with Ryan sharing how his upbringing in a military family shaped his resilience and adaptability. Having moved frequently during his childhood, he reflects on the importance of embracing risk and the unknown, drawing parallels between his early life experiences and his career in change leadership.Tahira and Ryan discuss their shared journey of pursuing a Master's in Creativity and Change Leadership, highlighting...2025-04-0112 min
Accessible Disruption - Strategy TableWhat is CHANGE and how do humans deal with itVisit us at www.strategytable.coIn this episode of "Accessible Disruption," hosts Anthony Vade, Tahira Endean, and Ryan Hill explore the multifaceted nature of change and how individuals and organizations navigate it. They kick off the discussion by reflecting on personal quotes about change, emphasizing its inevitability and the necessity of proactive engagement. The hosts delve into the emotional and psychological challenges associated with change, acknowledging that for many, it can be uncomfortable and daunting.Tahira highlights the importance of understanding that change offers opportunities for growth, while Ryan discusses the subjective experience of...2025-04-0122 min
Accessible Disruption - Strategy TableWho is Tahira Endean - Strategy Table Founder StoryVisit us at www.strategytable.coIn this captivating episode of "Accessible Disruption," hosts Anthony Vade and Tahira Endean engage in a thought-provoking conversation about resilience, adaptation, and the journey of personal and professional growth. Tahira opens up about her unique upbringing in Haida Gwaii, where she learned the values of resourcefulness and resilience from a young age. With her parents' diverse backgrounds, she developed a deep empathy for others, shaping her approach to leadership and change management.As the discussion unfolds, Tahira shares her transition from a budding hairstylist to a leader in the...2025-04-0119 min
Accessible Disruption - Strategy TableWhat is Accessible DisruptionVisit us at www.strategytable.coIn the inaugural episode of "Accessible Disruption," hosts Anthony Vade, Ryan Hill, and Tahira Endean delve into the complexities of navigating change in today’s fast-paced world. They explore the notion that while change can be daunting, it also presents unique opportunities for growth and innovation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of perspective, collaboration, and dialogue in making disruption accessible for everyone.The hosts share personal anecdotes and insights from their experiences, highlighting how different environments and mindsets influence our ability to embrace change. They discuss the need for or...2025-04-0127 min
The Marketing Starter PodcastUsing Content and KPIs to Build a Human Program with Tahira EndeanHead of Program at IMEX, Tahira Endean, is the author of two books, Intentional Event Design: Our Professional Opportunity and Our KPI is Joy: How Live Events Catalyze Happiness, Productivity and Trust. She’s a self-described curious event designer and shares how we can leverage content and KPIs to build a more human marketing programGet Tahira's books on Amazon.Get Tim's book, The Marketing Starter on Amazon and connect with Tim at tnhines.com or on LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...2025-03-2543 min
Event Design Collective PODcastsTahira Endean #DESIGNtoCHANGE PODcast with Ruud Janssen reflecting on #IMEXAmerica Year +8Speaking with Certified Event Design Tahira Endean, Head of Programs at #IMEX (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tahira-endean-msc-citp-cmp-ced-918a868/ ) now + 8 years on from the first episode of the prequel to the #DESIGNtoCHANGE PODcast ( https://edco.global/edc-vodcast-tahira-endean-designing-bc-tech-summit/) she reflects with Ruud Janssen of the Event Design Collective on the progressions made and the changes that have occurred over time. About ecosystems, nature, human nature, safari and the wilderness beyond.2024-11-2633 min
Return on WellnessReturn On Wellness Episode 20 - Meet Carina BauerIn this episode of Return on Wellness, David T Stevens chats with Carina Bauer, CEO of the IMEX Group, as they explore how wellness is transforming the events industry. Recorded live from the Skift Global Forum, this candid conversation covers Carina's unique career journey, the wellness initiatives at IMEX, and how she manages fitness and leadership while running one of the largest trade shows in the world.
Carina also delves into the importance of resilience, the growing trend of sober events, and her own experience balancing fitness with a demanding career. Tune in to learn how the...2024-09-2352 min
EVENTalks by Meeting Professionals InternationalCrafting Learning Landscapes at MeetingsTahira Endean and Rachel Bandarenko in conversation about crafting optimal learning experiences at meetings and events, inclusive of the needs of the growing neurodiverse population.2024-07-2242 min
No More Bad EventsIMEX Wonder Walks and Tough Talks (ft. Tahira Endean | Head of Program | IMEX)Title:IMEX Wonder Walks and Tough Talks (ft. Tahira Endean | Head of Program | IMEX)Bio:Currently head of programming for IMEX, Tahira is an event designer and curator of education for the MICE industry. She is passionate about global travel, intentional event design, and the integration of technology into our lives and events to enhance the human experience. Deeply committed to the industry, Tahira has been recognized for a range of contributions, including 2022 Influencers with Northstar Meetings and many more.Opening Quote:"Intentional event design is all about being...2024-06-2635 min
Event Design Collective PODcastsTahira Endean + Eli Gorin #DESIGNtoCHANGE #IMEX24 with Ruud Janssen#DESIGNtoCHANGE - Live PODcast recording with special guests onsite at #IMEX24 - Live from IMEX Frankfurt - An open conversation with the creators of #EventCanvas and their new book DESIGN to Change, elevating your ability to look and act beyond the now. This onsite series features spontaneous conversations with #IMEX24 visitors, speakers, Event Design Enthusiasts and Certified Event Designers (CED'ers) as well as team members of the Event Design Collective with commentary by the authors Ruud Janssen and Roel Frissen. Curious questions to learn from real life current event design experiences to help Event Canvas practitioners elevate DESIGN conversations. Share...2024-05-1621 min
Return on WellnessEpisode 10 - IMEX America 2023 "The Hangover" with Tahira Endean, CITP, CMP, CEDSat down with the amazing Tahira Endean, CITP, CMP, CED the morning after #IMEX for a debrief. Excited to have had the opportunity to chat with her!
PS: She even shared her leg press amount...2023-10-3159 min
Events: demystified Podcast131: IMEX America: The First-Timers Guide to IMEX (Interviews with top #eventprofs)New to IMEX? Seasoned veteran? This episode's got something for everyone. Your host, Anca Platon Trifan, sits down with the best and brightest of the industry to spill the tea on IMEX '23.
🎤 Guest List:
Julius Solaris
Tahira Endean
Miguel Neves
Courtney Stanley
David T Stevens
Sepideh Eivazi
Leanne Calderwood
Lisa Mendenhall Johnson
Martin Smith aka DJ Graffiti
They're all here to share their best tips, strategies, and the one item they wouldn’t dare leave home without.
Highlights:
IMEX Newbies, this is your roadmap to success!
Exclusive interviews spilling all the trade show tea!
Push-up competition? Oh, we went...2023-10-271h 20
Event Design Collective PODcastsTahira Endean ONstage #DESIGNtoCHANGE with Ruud Janssen"Events are like Jello" according to Tahira Endean, CITP, CMP, CED (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tahira-endean-citp-cmp-ced-918a868/ ) Not only is she a longtime friend and prolific collaboration artist, author, mentor and teacher, she is also the Head of Programming at IMEX leading the Knowledge Team. In this episode of the #DESIGNtoCHANGE #PODcast she speaks with Ruud Janssen about recent evocative event experiences and peaks and troughs in experience design.
She shares her insights from het latest capstone project of her Masters in Creative Studies at Buffalo State University as well as the multiplicity of roles you hold as an...2023-05-1756 min
Event Design Collective PODcastsTahira Endean BACKstage #DESIGNtoCHANGE with Ruud Janssen"Events are like Jello" according to Tahira Endean, CITP, CMP, CED (www.linkedin.com/in/tahira-endean…cmp-ced-918a868/ ) Not only is she a longtime friend and prolific collaboration artist, author, mentor and teacher, she is also the Head of Programming at IMEX leading the Knowledge Team. In this episode of the #DESIGNtoCHANGE #PODcast she speaks with Ruud Janssen BACKstage about recent evocative event experiences and peaks and troughs in experience design.
She shares her insights from het latest capstone project of her Masters in Creative Studies at Buffalo State University as well as the multiplicity of roles you hold as an...2023-05-1718 min
GatherGeeks by BizBash: The Event Industry PodcastHow This 5-Day Gathering in Poland Tests the Boundaries of Live ExperiencesHost: David Adler Guests: Paul Bulencea, Claus Raasted, Tahira Endean In this episode of GatherGeeks, BizBash chairman and founder sits down with the founders of the College of Extraordinary Experiences, a five-day conference held inside a 13th-century Polish castle that uses an immersive education method to study experience design. We also hear from “graduates” of the conference—including IMEX's head of programming Tahira Endean—on the life-changing learning that impacts how they plan events and conduct their lives. Founders Paul Bulencea and Claus Raasted come from the world of LARP (live-action role playing)—could that be the ticket to enti...2023-02-1337 min
The Event HustlersEpisode 65: LIVE from techsytalk GLOBAL: What’s Your Intention? with Tahira Endean, IMEXThis is a recorded session from our techsytalk GLOBAL annual conference.
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Trade Show Talk PodcastThe Great Opportunity of Trade Shows with Tahira EndeanThere are some people in the events industry who personify the creativity, class, and kindness we should all aspire to, and our guest on this episode is one of those people. Throughout her career Tahira Endean has been on a path of both learning and educating. In her latest venture she has joined the education team at IMEX Group as Head of Programme. Everything in the meetings and events industry provides different opportunities for growth of knowledge, relationships, and revenue. Trade shows are one of those great opportunities and Tahira talks through all of the...2022-09-2235 min
Events: demystified Podcast88: The fundamentals of Producing Epic Event Experiences ft Tahira Endean (IMEX)My next special featured guest on the Events: demystified Podcast part of the 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝟓: 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 is an #eventprofs I've been following for a while because she's THAT rad, Tahira Endean, CITP,CMP,DES,CED - head of Programme IMEX and author of the Intentional Event Design, Our Professional Opportunity (2017), a textbook for anyone 8in the events industry, passionate about planning and producing events designed well.
Tune into this episode scheduled to be released Friday, Sept 9th, and gather some knowledge from an event industry veteran, someone so committed to the industry that she's been recognized globally for a wide range of contributions, including a
-> SmartMeetings Women in Meetings Visionary (2021),
-> MeetingsToday Top 20 Trendsetter (2018), a
-> Meeting...2022-09-0951 min
Meetings Today PodcastIMEX America Preview: Tahira Endean on an Educational Program ReformattingIMEX America has always had a robust educational program, but is now embarking on a three-year strategy to consolidate and redesign the offering.
Helping shepherd the process is Tahira Endean, an industry veteran and former head of events for SITE who was recently hired as IMEX Group's Head of Programme. Carrying the theme "Pathways to Clarity," IMEX America will kick off October 10 in Las Vegas with its Smart Monday educational day.
Learn more about the new educational strategy as well as what else new to expect during IMEX America 2022, the 11th edition of the show...2022-08-1626 minMeetings Today PodcastIMEX America Preview: Tahira Endean on an Educational Program ReformattingIMEX America has always had a robust educational program, but is now embarking on a three-year strategy to consolidate and redesign the offering.
Helping shepherd the process is Tahira Endean, an industry veteran and former head of events for SITE who was recently hired as IMEX Group's Head of Programme. Carrying the theme "Pathways to Clarity," IMEX America will kick off October 10 in Las Vegas with its Smart Monday educational day.
Learn more about the new educational strategy as well as what else new to expect during IMEX America 2022, the 11th edition of the show...2022-08-1626 min
Events HeistEvents Heist #15 - Tahira Endean & Jenn GlynnEvents Heist episode 15 featuring: 🌟 Tahira Endean, Head of Events, Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) 🌟 Jenn Glynn, Managing Partner, Meeting Encore #EventsHeist#EventProfs#Events#EventsIndustry#EventsManagement2021-08-1820 min
Skift Meetings PodcastIntentional event design in practice with Tahira EndeanTahira Endean, CITP, CMP, DES, CED, Head of Events at the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) is a passionate event designer and is the author of the 2017 book "Intentional Event Design, Our Professional Opportunity".In this episode EventMB's editor-in-chief, Miguel Neves, and deputy editor, Dylan Monorchio, talk with Tahira about taking on impossible-looking challenges (aka wrestling alligators), scary life changes that inspire others, joining the dark side (event tech), writing and producing hybrid events (way before the pandemic), designing a 15-hour marathon virtual event SITE NITE allnite, the future of incentive travel and how not to...2021-05-271h 12
The Playbook – Everyday skills for every professionalMastering hidden skillsClick here and get a FREE infographic of the show"Connection" and "Engagement." They're two skills that drive so much of our success as professionals...and yet, we rarely talk about them.Join Jenn Glynn and Jason Thomson as they welcome Tahira Endean and Martin Perelmuter for their personal Playbooks on how to do more with Connection and Engagement.Segment 1 – The ChallengeWhat are hidden skills and why are they so important?Segment 2 – The Interview, Tahira EndeanThe events Hall of Fame and auth...2021-04-2245 min
Association Chat PodcastHybrid Events in 2021 – What Works. What Doesn't. (with Tahira Endean)Join me for this talk with Tahira Endean, head of events for the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE), about what we've learned about virtual and hybrid events this past year. This year, SITE just held their HYBRID meeting with around 1,200 signed up for the hybrid edition, and delegates joining from 53 global nations. There were smaller, in-person gatherings taking place simultaneously in Chicago and Dallas with public health protocols in place and I have just the person here to talk with us about how all of that went down...Tahira! Tahira is a serial event...2021-02-1059 min
Destination Marketing PodcastIncentive Travel Opportunities for Destinations in 2020In this special episode of The Destination Marketing Podcast, Adam is a guest on SITE's Armchair Conversations Webinar. Hosted by Tahira Endean, head of events at SITE, this episode follows their discussion about Adam's background in advertising, his book "Touchpoints", as well as some of his insights on the travel industry as a whole. Listen to learn more about incentive travel programs, and how destinations can use them to their advantage.
"In incentive travel, we are creating an opportunity for them to have one of the major pillar experiences of their lives. The responsibility that comes along with...2020-11-1756 min
Great EventsIncentive Experience Events: Present & FutureWith our current environment, several companies are taking preventative measures to limit exposure to employees, so what is the future of incentive meetings? Tahira Endean, Head of Events at SITE Global, talks to us about the state of incentive experiences for top performers. Hear her unique perspective on how companies can still keep incentive events alive during these times and how we can continue to provide that red carpet experience people have come to expect. Listen in to hear how companies can think about rewarding those people who are working hard in dangerous situations and some creative ideas to give...2020-07-2235 minAssociation Chat PodcastCan You Become a Collaborator with Your Competitor?In a Forbes article titled, "Why Collaborating With Your Competition Can Be A Great Idea," the author shared research indicating that "coopetition" could be a financial win for the organizations that opt to go that direction. Becoming a collaborator with your competitor can be a challenge, but it might be the best thing you do. For this episode of the Chat, I talk with Tahira Endean and Mahoganey Jones about the ways competitors can work together and why we should all consider it.2020-06-2458 min
Inside Events by SwapcardIntentional Event Design with Tahira Endean of SITE Global & Matthew Donegan-Ryan of SwapcardWe were blessed to have one of the industry’s TOP thought leaders in experience design with us today!In this episode, we discuss “intentional event design” with our guest, Tahira, and what goes into designing a transformative experience. We talk about an article Tahira wrote for MPI about the distribution challenges we have with food and our events and we question how the industry can help achieve zero hunger. We also discuss the state of event technology and innovation./// Guest BIOS Tahira Endean CMP, DES, CEDWriter, speaker, connector, collabora...2020-03-1641 min
Making a MarketerSeason Two Reunion Show, Part 2 - Season 3 Kick-OffWe're stoked to share the second part of our Season 3 kick-off reunion show(s)! With each season we learn, and we're thrilled with the amazing guests who join us on the podcast! Episode 38 continues to remind us why Season 2 was epic... with a visit from NINE more of our guests (that's a total of 18 over two shows if you're keeping score at home).
Check out another speed-round of catching up with our guests, and learning more from them. From thoughts about influencer marketing, to looking at marketing in a different way, we cover a lot.
...2019-09-0358 minMaking a MarketerTransformative Events - Marketing is Your PartnerIn episode 30 we dive into... how do you make sure your event marketing spend produces real results? Creating an experience takes more than blinky lights. Your attendees need to feel something and achieve their goals (or your goals) for the event. We define experiential events and explore topics such as mindfulness, engaging all five senses, empathy for attendees, and making sponsorships more valuable to the sponsors and participants.
There are lots of ways to transform your events, and we explore them all on this show. Our guests are talented event designers and we’re excited to share th...2019-03-2152 min
#EventIconsLearning and Performance Design: It’s Part of the Experience – Episode 152One of the main reasons people attendee events is for education and development. However, 80% of what is learned at events is forgotten in 48 hours. It is crucial to make sure you implementing learning and performance design for your event. Designing meaningful educational settings and formats can truly set your organization apart, improve retention and application of knowledge attendees learn and ultimately deliver on personal and professional needs of participant and organization.
On this episode, our iconic guests Avinash Chandarana of MCI Group, and Dru Cutler of Drury Design Group are here to discuss learning and performance design and...2019-02-261h 01#EventIconsThe Power of Sponsorships in 2019 – Episode 150Are you thinking beyond the surface of event sponsorship? Sure almost every event requires sponsorship but long gone are the days that it is enough to just plaster up a few banners from your sponsors and call it good. Now more than ever before event sponsors need to enhance your event and your attendee’s experience, and planners need to be able to highlight the benefits that your event can bring to potential event sponsors. You should have a mutually beneficial partnership with your sponsors.
In this episode, Peter Poehle returns to offer his annual update on th...2019-02-121h 01
#EventIcons#EventIcons 2019 Sneak Peek – Episode 146Today we are giving you an exclusive sneak peek into our 2019 #EventIcons show line up. We are stepping up the game for event industry podcasts. From tips on how to grow your business, to event safety and technology there will be something for everyone! We even are filling you in on some of our mega guests who will be joining us! Don’t miss this preview! What do you want to see from #EventIcons in 2019? Leave us a comment below and let us know.
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Below, in...2019-01-2938 min#EventIconsFavorite Tools Of The Year – Episode 145Today we are reflecting on 2018 and discussing our hosts favorite tools for event profs from the past year.
In this episode of #EventIcons our hosts Will Curran, Brandt Krueger, Tahira Endean, and Alex Plaxen will share all about their favorite tools for event profs. Our hosts will fill you in on their favorite episodes of the year, books, podcasts, apps, tech gadgets and so much more! If you are looking for new inspiration and tools this episode is for you.
We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest!
Below, in our...2019-01-081h 04#EventIcons2019 Event Design Trends – Episode 144As event profs it’s critical we stay on top of trends. From design and pop culture to global trends we are expected to know them all. These trends influence the events industry. Our clients expect us to stay current with trends and know how to implement them at their events when it comes to event design trends and so much more.
In todays episode we will be discussing all about event design trends. Joining us today are the #EventIcons, David Merrell of AOO Events and Susie Perelman of Mosaic. Their keen understanding of how rapidly events need...2019-01-021h 04Association Chat PodcastRapid Prototyping and Event DesignSometimes I do interviews that don’t have a live audience and I try to figure out when and where to add them to what I’m already doing with the Association Chat podcast. When I had a chance to catch up with my good friend, event designer Tahira Endean, it was as she was wrapping up a world tour of experiences, including attending The College of Extraordinary Experiences in Poland. We talked about all kinds of things, but the theme of our conversation, the through line, was designing experience. Here is a little...2018-12-3003 min#EventIcons3 Years of #EventIcons – Episode 142Three years ago Will Curran wanted to find a way to stand out in a crowded space, doing what he loves best – talking to people. Just as important to Will was thinking about how to develop and deliver meaningful content for event professionals, by event professionals in an engaging format. While #EventIcons has been through iterations of delivery, the premise, the core that we can and should learn from each other has remained!
In this episode of #EventIcons we are celebrating 3 years of the show! Our hosts Will Curran, Brandt Krueger, Tahira Endean and Alex Plaxen are joi...2018-12-181h 06
The Event ShowThe Event Show Episode 16 with Tahira EndeanTahira Endean is a name that pops up a lot on the Event world. Author, blogger, and Event Producer Based in North America her work and book around ‘Intentional Event Design’ sparked our attention as it connects with what we’ve been going on about recently, that all events should influence us. By that we mean effect people in some way, what we think and do. Tahira gives us some great examples of this mindset in play, and specific questions you can ask of yourself and your team to create transformative events. How to innovate and productively apply your creativity. To creat...2018-12-0940 min#EventIconsOur Favorite Events From 2018 – Episode 137This is one of our favorite episodes of the year! If you follow #EventIcons you know our hosts travel the world and see so many epic events. Today our hosts are sharing their favorite events from 2018 with us. They will discuss what makes a great event, and highlights from the many events they attended this year. We will also cover what events are on their bucket lists for 2019. Watch below to get the scoop!
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Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider...2018-11-131h 08#EventIconsPCMA: The Largest Network for Meeting Planners – Episode 134PCMA truly cares about the personal success of all their members and their organizations. They are committed to making their members they best they can be. They have been around for decades and are constantly pushing the events industry forward.
Today on our iconic panel we are joined by Sherrif Karamat of PCMA and Claire Smith of Vancouver Convention Centre. They will be taking us through an extremely thought provoking epsiode! Not only will we learn more about PCMA, but we will learn about the industry as a whole and how it connects to other global issues. Our...2018-10-231h 04#EventIconsEverything You Need to Know About Event Furniture – Episode 133Event furniture design is often an overlooked part of events. Sometimes to cut corners we go with what is cheapest or what’s available at the venue. This is a mistake! Have you ever sat in those locking chairs all day at a convention tightly packed like a sardine? Don’t do this to your guests you can do so much better! With the help of CORT furniture, we are talking all about how furniture and design can really help you achieve your event goals and so much more!
Joining us today on our iconic panel are Kels...2018-10-161h 00#EventIconsBuild an Internal Event Team – Episode 129It’s no question that everyone wants to build internal event team that’s amazing. However, actually going about creating the team can sometimes feel like a mystery. We are here to help you learn all about how to build an internal event team that is engaged and ready to execute events at the highest level.
On this episode of #EventIcons, Sej Pandya of Event Marketing Consultant, will be discussing how to build a great internal events team. We will talk about ways to connect your team whether you have weeks or a few hours to do so...2018-09-1859 min#EventIconsEverything You Need To Know About CEMA – Episode 117Cema (Corporate Event Marketer Association) is a booming community. With 800 members and growing, CEMA needs to be on your radar. CEMA focuses on relationships and conversations first. This is what allows the organization to continue to thrive and set themselves apart from other associations. If you are looking for an extremely valuable association to become a member of this could be for you!
In this weeks episode of #EventIcons our guests Kimberley Gishler of CEMA (Corporate Event Marketing Association), and Tom Spano of OpenX will be giving you the inside scoop on CEMA. They will talk about how...2018-06-1947 min#EventIconsAlternative Event Venues – Think Outside The Ballroom – Episode 115Alternative Event Venues are a huge and growing trend this year. In fact, we listed it as one of our emerging event trends for 2018. Attendees and planners alike are growing tired of the standard meeting spaces and ballrooms. As an industry, we are pushing the boundaries and definition of where events can be held. But how do you find these alternative event venues? What do you have to keep in mind when planning at an alternative venue? Are there really major differences from planning an event at a standard ballroom?
In this episode of #EventIcons our iconic gue...2018-06-0559 min#EventIconsE-Gaming Events Revolution – Episode 113There are a lot of questions surrounding e-gaming events. Is it an event trend? What is e-gaming? How does it tie into events? Is there a difference between e-gaming and video games? E-gaming events are an emerging segment of events that you are going to want to know about, and you are in the right place to learn!
In this episode of #EventIcons our guests Kim Meltzer of KidKesty Productions, Inc, Donny Neufuss of PRG, and Joe English of Event Futurist weigh in on e-gaming events. They will explain exactly what e-gaming is. How planning an e-gaming even...2018-05-221h 02#EventIconsSXSW – Everything You Need To Know – Episode 108SXSW is one of the most iconic events around. It’s a celebration of creativity and provides a platform for creatives to achieve their goals. The iconic event is so successful because there are a boatload of experiences that create lasting memories for attendees, such as HBO’s Westworld experiential event.
Today the iconic Hugh Forrest of SXSW joins us to discuss everything an event planner would want to know about the event. We will discuss how the South by Southwest Interactive Festival turned into the event it is today. How they work with sponsors and brand activ...2018-04-171h 01#EventIconsHow To Create Family-Friendly Events – Episode 107Family-friendly events can be a challenge for event planners. Often times planning events with kids feels out of our realm or at least out of our comfort zone. Family-friendly events are unknown territory that sometimes we just don’t know how to navigate. That changes today! In today’s episode, we will teach you all about how to create family-friendly events!
Today our iconic guests Chad Collins of Open World Inc., and Shelley Matheny of KidsAlong Events are here to teach you how to create family-friendly events. They will discuss how to integrate children into events. Talk about...2018-04-101h 03#EventIconsVR At Events- Everything You Need to Know – Episode 105VR at events is a hot industry trend right now. The goal of virtual reality at events is total immersion. You want your attendees to feel like they are in a completely different world. But you also want to make sure your event still involves a human experience, so how do you marry the two? How do you use VR as a group experience and not have it be isolating? What are the challenges of virtual reality at events in the events industry? We will discuss all of this and more in today’s episode.
Joining us today...2018-03-271h 04#EventIconsKeeping Event Housing Profitable – Episode 100With the shakeups in event housing recently you may be scrambling to figuring out how to keep event housing profitable. How do you incentivize attendees to stay in your hotel block? What can you do to foster community? Would you like to know how to leverage your locations and negotiate terms? You are in the right place.
In this episode of #EventIcons Jeff Duncan of Meetingmax Inc. and Nadine Spitteler of A111 Power of Conference Service join us to cover everything you need to know to keep your event housing profitable and a great experience for your a...2018-02-2059 min#EventIconsHealthy Tips For Event Profs - Episode 96Whether there is an event or not, event profs always face lack of sleep, long days and late nights of work! How can you stay healthy as an event prof when you feel like you are constantly running down the clock? It may seem daunting but we can teach you how! This week, we invite the ICONIC Kelly Treadway (EventCurious) and Tracy Stuckrath (Thrive! Meetings & Events) as our guest panelists to talk about healthy tips for event profs. They’ll be discussing this hot topic and answering all the questions that you have to help you on the road to a...2018-01-231h 01#EventIconsLooking Forward - 2018 Event Industry Trends- Episode 95Happy New Year!! This week we are celebrating the new year and looking forward to 2018 event industry trends. In this episode, our hosts – Brandt Krueger, Alex Plaxen, Tahira Endean & Audrey Gallien are here to talk about what is trending in the event industry in 2018. We bet you do not want to miss this episode!
Some topics they address in this episode include diversity, event safety, event apps, hybrid events and MUCH MORE! So, jump into the video below and watch and learn the 2018 event industry trends! PS have your seen our guide to 2018 Event Trends?
We w...2018-01-161h 00#EventIconsOur Favorite Event Prof Tools Of The Year - Episode 94This episode is the last episode of 2017!! In this week’s episode, we are celebrating the end of 2017 and sharing our favorite event prof tools of the year. In this episode, our hosts – Will Curran, Alex Plaxen, Tahira Endean & Audrey Gallien will be here to discuss about their personal favorite tools and resources from 2017! There are so many books, podcasts, tech, and blogs out there that you don’t want to miss. Tune in and we’ll give you full access of these resources.
We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest! Below, in our E...2018-01-101h 06#EventIconsTwo Year Anniversary of #EventIcons – Episode 912 years of #EventIcons!! Yes, in this week’s episode, we are celebrating the two year anniversary of #EventIcons and looking back some of our favorite event professionals best moments on the show! This is very exciting episode of #EventIcons. In this episode, our hosts – Will Curran, Brandt Krueger & Alex Plaxen will be appearing and recapping interviews, guess, episodes, and favorite moments from the past two years. They’ll also cover who they’d like to have on the show in 2018! We are so excited for you to join us for this episode! This show is for YOU – and we want to he...2017-12-1952 min#EventIconsHow To Build Your Personal Brand – Episode 89Do you want to build your personal brand but are unsure how to do it? This week, our special guests are going to tell you how to build your brand and make people remember you. They are here to answer all of your questions about this hot topic. We’re excited to get their insider information and to share it with all of you.
In this #EventIcons episode, we have Judi Holler (Holla! Productions LLC), Will Curran (Endless Events), Audrey Gallien (Catalyst Inc.) and Tahira Endean (BCIC) as our guest panelists. They will be sharing how to st...2017-12-051h 03#EventIconsWhat’s The ROI Of Events? – Episode 28This week we are focusing on the ROI of events: Aligning internal stakeholders to achieve organizational goals through events. We’ve put together an awesome panel of industry leaders! Our guests include Tahira Endean (Event Producer of #BCTECH Summit – 2016, MeetingsNet Changemaker, Top 30 CMP Influencer, Top Five Women in #EventTech), Claire Repass (Director of Events, Inspirato with American Express), and Eric Ly (Founder and CEO of Presdo, Co-founder and Founding CTO of LinkedIn). We’ll be tackling topics such as: How to Show Different Aspects of ROI, How Building Community and Networking Affects the ROI of Events, and our panelist’s Favori...2016-09-141h 04