Today's #EventIcons guests recently launched a conference in 90 days, growing their attendance from 0 to 5,000 people. That event was a fantastic PLX conference focused on partner marketing. 

Partner marketing is a strategic relationship between two entities that aim to accomplish common goals, like increasing event attendance, building brand awareness, or marketing your products. And while you may be familiar with influencer marketing in B2C, a popular approach to partner marketing, partner marketing in B2B spaces is also growing in popularity.

In this #EventIcons episode, Will brings together three people who played critical roles in the PLX conference: Nicole, Jared, and Isaac. Keep reading to learn more about the partner-led event, how they emphasized co-creation in their content and more iconic insights.

The pandemic put a strain on everyone in the events industry, and it’s pushed some of our longest-serving professionals into other careers or even retirement, leaving a vacuum for other professionals to fill. It’s this need for experienced and knowledgeable event professionals, along with the revitalization of events, that led today’s guest, Bradley Cocks, to transition from doing to educating. 

Bradley is an experienced event professional with an impressive 20 years of history in the industry. He’s also founded and sold his own events agency and has launched a successful online Masterclass specifically for event professionals. In this #EventIcons episode, Will has many questions for Bradley. Tune in to hear what skills Bradly thinks event professionals need for the future, what prompted his transition from events to event education, and more.  

The #EventIcons podcast is back with a very special guest: Hubilo's CEO Vaibhav Jain. Hubilo is the leading global virtual and hybrid event technology company. Under Vaibhav's leadership, Hubilo has raised over 150 million in less than a year from leading hedge fund and venture capital firms globally. And it still continues to grow exponentially internationally. 

Vaibhav's vision is to create a solution that works for every possible industry where content and community come together beyond the business world. He and Karmen will talk about how Hubilo got started, what challenges they faced along the way, and what are the dos and don'ts of the events industry, as learned in 2021. Let's jump right in.

We’re about to get down to the nitty and gritty of behavioral science in event design! This topic will probably send every event professional into overdrive. At the end of the day, events are all about people. Events are about changing behaviors. And behavioral science teaches us about people, what they want, want excites them, and why. As such, knowing these things can be a true game-changer when it comes to event design.

And to help us dive deep into behavioral science in event design, today we welcome Nick Borelli. Nick is the founder of Borelli Strategies, and he dedicates his life and career to improving the experiences of event attendees. Through consulting and guidance, he gives event profs all the tools to elevate their professional undertakings.

• Top Event Tech Trends in 2019 – #EventIcons Episode 143
• Predictably Irrational, Revised and Expanded Edition: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions
• Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth, and Happiness
• Naked Statistics: Stripping the Dread from the Data
• Thinking, Fast and Slow

So, it’s no secret that everybody loves gifts, right? They’re a fantastic way to send a message to someone, whether it’s a special occasion or not. However, when we start to talk about gifts in the context of business, things get a little more complex. Curious to find out how you can turn your clients into your own personal sales force to drive exponential growth? Take a seat and press play. 

• Never Lose A Customer Again by Joey Coleman
• Give And Take by Adam Grant
• Seth Godin’s Blog
• Our Favorite Gifts for Event Professionals

This week’s #EventIcons continues on the topic of event design. Last Wednesday we dove into design thinking and its impact on events. And to take it a step further, today we’re introducing the #EventCanvas methodology! Now, as everyone knows, designing an event is stressful. Not only is it stressful, but it’s also unbelievably time-consuming. This is exactly the part where having processes in place can make a world of a difference! However, putting the machine to work can be hard if you have no idea where to start…

• Event Design Handbook – Systematically design innovative events using the #EventCanvas
• Event Canvas Download
• CIRKUSTÄLT Children’s tent
• Event Design Handbook: Systematically Design Innovative Events using the #EventCanvas

On today’s #EventIcons, we’re taking a closer look at how to plan an event without visiting the venue using AR and VR in events. During a very recent episode of the Event Tech Podcast, Will Curran and Brandt Krueger already tackled a similar topic. However, it’s never quite enough! When considering all the unbelievable potential of AR and VR in events, endless (Endless? Get it?) possibilities for discussion are out there. And this week, we’ll jump on the topic of venues, and what AR and VR can mean in this context.

The advancements we’re witnessing in technology are staggering. And while the event industry might be a little slow in adopting some trends, attention should be paid to how our lives as event planners can change. One of the amazing possibilities of AR and VR is paying virtual visits to potential venues while simulating experiences. The concept alone is mesmerizing, and the number of resources that can be saved is more than appealing.

• Slack
• Trello
• How to Use AR and VR at Events
• The All-Inclusive Guide to Virtual Reality at Events

This week’s episode of #EventIcons will tackle the amazing world of design thinking for events. Your favorite podcast will have a few episodes dedicated to design, and how it impacts the world of events coming up. As such, today we’re talking all about design thinking, and how this solution-based approach can be an asset for event planners. When it comes to planning, the eyes should always be on the prize – and in this case, the prize is your attendee experience.

• Mural – Design Thinking Online
• The Ten Faces Of Innovation
• Cibola Systems
• The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker
• OpenIDEO Challenges
• Design Thinking USA
• A Virtual Crash Course In Design Thinking
• AVIXA Three Day Courses

So, you’ve heard of a play within a play, but when was the last time you heard about a podcast within a podcast? Okay, perhaps the Shakespearean element doesn’t quite fit here. However, today’s episode of our podcast is, indeed, about podcasts. More specifically, podcasts and events.

It seems like every way you turn, someone has their own podcast going on. But there’s still quite a gap in the industry when it comes to bringing podcasts and events together. Why is this the case, considering there’s so much this form of content can give companies? 

• EP. 277: ALEX PLAXEN, THE YES MAN OF HITTING GOALS, THE WOW MAN OF SOCIAL MEDIA
• Zoom Handheld Recorder
• Shure SM7 Microphones
• Dropbox
• iIsotope RX7
• Hubspot & Gmail Integration
• Auphonic

A couple of weeks ago, #EventIcons was all about Meetings Mean Business, the coalition behind Global Meetings Industry Day. As one of the most important days of the year for the event business, GMID joins professionals from across six continents and over forty countries in events all over the world. In fact, the purpose of the Global Meetings Industry Day is for everyone involved to celebrate the tremendous worth and economic impact of the industry.

Ahead of this remarkable date, Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey sits down with two very special guests for this week’s #EventIcons. First, we welcome Tracey Smith, a longtime meeting planner who now leads the world’s largest association of senior-level meeting & event planners, SPIN. Joining them is Cathy Breden,  an executive VP and COO of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) In addition to this, she currently serves as the CEO for the Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR) whose primary purpose is to promote the growth, awareness, and value of exhibitions and other face-to-face marketing events by producing and delivering research-based knowledge tools.

Sit tight and get listening, as the three discuss Global Meetings Industry Day, its genesis, its future, its meaning, and how the event industry will change moving forward. What are the businesses’ biggest challenges from here on, and how can GMID help? Press play and find out!

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Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Tacey Smith of SPIN (@tracey_smith)
• Cathy Breden of IAEE (@cbreden)
• Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey of Pathable (@lindsaythecmp)

• Jeremy Gutsche
• Shelly Palmer
• The Wall Street Journal: The Daily Shot
• StoryBranding: Creating Stand-Out Brands Through the Power of Story 
• Bedtime Stories App
• Meetings Mean Business – GMID
• #GMID19
• #MeetingsMeanBusiness

What’s your take on Global Meetings Industry Day? Let us know in the comment section below!

Transparency in the event industry isn’t talked about nearly as much as it should. The issue of transparency is paramount in any business. How else are we expected to generate and cultivate meaningful relationships with clients and vendors alike? This is only possible once we build these relationships based on trust, honesty, and – you guess it – transparency. In a long-term perspective, transparency in the event industry ensures we thrive.

On today’s awesome episode of #EventIcons, we are joined by Event Tech Podcast and Endless Events’ Agent Provocateur and Event Tech Podcast co-host, Brandt Krueger. Together with Will Curran and Brandt, we welcome Jaclyn Bernstein, an acknowledged leader in NYC’s hospitality industry, sitting on the Board of NYC & Company / Convention and Visitors Bureau. Among many other honors, Jaclyn won the Spotlight ‘Event Planner of The Year’ and ‘Samaritan Service’ Awards.

The three discuss what transparency in the event industry means. Join Will, Brandt, and Jaclyn as they delve into the best means to reach this transparency, who is creating it, and who it should be directed towards.

Are you looking to create a more engaging event? Click here to download our free event planning checklist.

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Brandt Krueger of Endless Events (@BrandtKrueger)
• Jaclyn Bernstein of Empire Force Events (@JaclynBernstein)
• Will Curran of Endless Events (@ItsWillCurran)

• Sh*t Event Planners Say, #EventIcons

• CHULUX Coffee Maker Machine

• Bizbash

What do you think about the issue of transparency in the event industry? Let us know in the comment section below!

ommoditization in the event industry is real. Despite what we might think, it’s very real for creative industries. With the overall business paradigm changing, entire job positions being eradicated by advances in AI and automation, and the wave of commoditization ready to be ridden, what are the options for those working in the event planning industry?

Join us today for another amazing episode of #EventIcons, starring Kevin White. Kevin is a recurring guest, with decades of experience telling organizations’ stories through the design and production of live events. He provides an entrepreneurial approach to innovative systems and thinking, moving the needle with audiences on what they think, feel, know and do.

Kevin and Will walk us through the issue of commoditization in the event industry, how it all started, what are the consequences, and how professionals can adequately prepare themselves to tackle it.

Are you looking to create a more engaging event? Click here to download our free event planning checklist.

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Kevin White of XPL (@2XPL)
• Will Curran of Endless Events (@ItsWillCurran)

• Sh*t Event Planners Say – #EventIcons Episode 26
• The Biggest Takeaways from the Global Event Forum – #EventIcons Episode 154
• The Future of 5G at Events – Event Tech Podcast
• Win Without Pitching

What are your thoughts on the commoditization of the event industry? Let us know on the comments below!

Today is all about Meetings Mean Business. How do you prove the real worth of your multi-million industry to your local newspaper? How can you make a small community understand that your ventures in the event business aren’t a colossal waste of money, but rather a contribution to the economy? In today’s episode, we explore the campaign Events Mean Business and how professionals can work together to show the world – and every single stakeholder! – the full positive impact of the industry.

Meetings Mean Business unites over 60 professionals from across the business in the United States, with global partnerships that include Canada and, soon to be, India. The alliance seeks to engage with outside parties in an effort to bring the Event industry the recognition it truly deserves as a value creator.

Our very special guests today bring decades of experience and some incredible insights into the right path to recognition. Michael Owen is a true veteran of corporate entertainment and event management services. Michael is a frequent presenter at industry conferences and learning institutions, speaking on what’s now and what’s next in meetings and events. Heidi Welker joins us with over 35 years of experience in the meetings and events industry and an extensive background in operations, sales, business development, and industry partnerships. 

Both will guide us through the genesis of Meetings Mean Business in the United States and Canada and tap into the problematics and solutions of harnessing recognition for the industry.

Are you looking to create a more engaging event? Click here to download our free
! 

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Michael Owen of EventGenuity, LLC (@EventGenuity) 
• Heidi Welker of Freeman (@welker_heidi)
• Brandt Kruger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)
• Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey of Pathable (@lindsaythecmp)

• 2018 Global Economic Significance of Business Events
• Event Genuity
• Meetings Mean Business Canada
• Global Meetings Industry Day PCMA
• Global Meetings Industry Day (Meetings Mean Business) 
• Freeman

What’s your take on Meetings Mean Business and how they tackle the issue of recognition? Let us know below!

After a month-long break, the #EventIcons podcast is back in all its glory! This week's iconic guest is the knowledgeable Gianna Gaudini, an event marketing strategist who understands events inside and out. She worked as Marketing Events Lead at Google for nine years and Head of Events at AWS for nearly two years.

Even more importantly, she has founded her own company in 2018. Check out Gianna's website: she's established herself as an industry leader as well as an author and course creator. Since she's got such a wide range of knowledge, Karmen thought it would be a great idea to pick her brain about the best event planning tips for 2022.

Karmen and Gianna do not dwell on any one particular topic for too long. After all, Gianna knows a lot about data analytics, content delivery, community, leadership, and so much more. They go over the recent changes in the events industry, ROI metrics, diversity and inclusivity, sustainability, and her favorite resources for event planners. Tune in - you'll learn a lot!

Today we are diving into MPI’s World Education Congress. The World Education Congress (WEC) is a gathering where both MPI members and non-members alike come to gain education, network and more. The event has grown to about 2500 attendees and each year MPI is working to raise the bar. They strive to change the way we meet and it’s working!

In 2018 MPI’s World Education Congress had a complete overhaul. The World Education Congress went through the event design canvas process, where all stakeholders needs were considered and the event was completely redesigned to be in line with what their needs were. There was a lot of blood, sweat, and tears that went into the planning and redesigning and it really paid off. The hard work resulted in an even better World Education Congress. No detail was too small, MPI really kept in mind the needs and desires of attendees during overhauling the event. Changes were made to allow attendees more flexibility, open floor concept that allows attendees to choose and customize their experiences, keynotes were called Pep Rallies, and they even had welcoming airport lounges (yes, you read that right!). It’s safe to say the World Education Congress breaks the traditional conference mold and will push the rest of the industry forward.

Joining us today are the iconic Crystal Shipps MPI’s talented Program Manager, and Lori Pugh Marcum MPI’s Manager of Global Education & Event Production. This dynamic team will take you through the stories behind this change. Crystal and Lori will also talk about the changes they made, the feedback they received after making major changes, what they learned during the overhaul process, and well as what the future holds for MPI’s World of Education Congress 2019 in Toronto. Let’s jump in!

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! 

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Crystal Shipps of MPI (@MPI) 
• Lori Pugh Marcum of MPI (@Loripughjax)
• Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media (@APlaxen) 
• Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey of Nifty Method Marketing & Events (@lindsaythecmp)

• MPI
• Meetings Mean Business- Global Meetings Industry Day
• Live Mindful Lee
• World Education Congress 2019
• MPI Academy Webinars
• Event Design Collective

Did you attend MPI’s 2018 World Education Congress in Indiana? Comment below to let us know your favorite part!

For the second time ever, the International Live Event Association (ILEA) held the Global Events Forum in August 2018 in Denver, Colorado. The forum brought together 30 of the brightest and biggest influencers in the events industry to delve deep into issues, challenges, and opportunities facing the event industry today. The influencers who were a mixture of partners, producers and planners took a hard look at issues such as commodity pricing, education within the industry, data security and much more.

Joining us today are our iconic guests Kevin White of XPL, Keri Miller of e=mc² events, Sara Grauf of Giants Enterprises, and Christian Seidenstuecker of JOKE Event AG. They will be discussing their findings from the Global Events Forum and even give you a sneak peek at the topics we might see at the 2019 Global Events Forum. Listen below to hear what these brilliant minds have to say about the opportunities, as well as challenges facing our industry and their unique perspectives on the Global Events Forum!

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Kevin White of  XPL (@2XPL)
• Keri Miller of e=mc² events (@K2milz)
• Sara Grauf Giants Enterprise (@CalSara21)
• Christian Seidenstuecker JOKE Event AG (@CSeidenstuecker)
• Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey of Nifty Method Marketing & Events (@lindsaythecmp)
• Will Curran of Endless Events (@ItsWillCurran)
• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)

• International Live Events Association (ILEA) 
• Global Event Forum
• Global Event Forum Report
• Events Improving Local Economies – #EventIcons Episode 19
• Live From ILEA Live – #EventIcons 126
• Experience Industry Management Cal Poly
• Is Your Event Vulnerable To Cyber Attacks – Free Webinar
• WIRED Magazine
• Fast Company
• Inc.
• WESTJET Magazine
• IDEO
• Everything You Need to Know About C2 Montreal – #EventIcons 139
• Google Alerts
• #EventIcons Facebook Group

Today we are joined with a dynamic duo Samantha Vogel and Judy Payne of GameStop. Together their event department raises millions of dollars in sponsorships and create an event that crosses generational boundaries, uses creative ideas to engage their audience, all while meeting stakeholder objectives.

For those not familiar, GameStop is a worldwide retailer and the largest selling retailer in the video game industry. They also own ThinkGeek. On top of these impressive facts, they hold an annual trade show and conference with approximately 5000 store owners, 100-200 international partners, 150 different vendor companies and 2000 vendor staff. There are over a quarter million square feet of exhibit space, yes, you read that right. If that wasn’t impressive enough, occasionally they open the tradeshow portion of the conference up to the public which adds roughly an additional 5000 attendees.

In this episode, our iconic guests Samantha Vogel and Judy Payne will answer your burning questions about this truly inspiring event. They will discuss a wide variety of topics including the best out of the box ideas for their events in the past, how they work with their sponsors as partners, ways GameStop creates unique immersive experiences and so much more. This is a truly inspiring episode you do not want to miss.

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Judy Payne of GameStop (@JudyRAnderson)
• Samantha Vogel of GameStop (@GameStop) 
• Will Curran of Endless Events (@ItsWillCurran)

• Smart Meetings

• How Funko Became The #1 Collectible In The World – #EventIcons Episode 30

• Connect Marketplace

• PCMA

• Event Manager Blog

• Adobe Photoshop

• Adobe Illustrator

What are ways you ensure your sponsors are treated like partners? Comment below and let us know.

One 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 how it can enhance your event and improve your attendee’s experiences. If you want your information and sessions to stick you need to watch this episode!

You’re watching this recording of our event industry podcast episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons.

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• Avinash Chandarana of MCI Group (@avo_globalnomad)
• Dru Cutler of Drury Design Group (@drucutler) 
• Tahira Endean of Intentional Event Design ( @TahiraCreates)

• DUARTE
• What is Microlearning
• Kolb’s Learning Cycle

What are your favorite tips and tricks for creating and designing for learning and performance? Comment below and let us know.

Women are everywhere in the event industry, crossing all sectors of the industry and from entry-level positions to the most senior roles.  It’s clear women are making an impact and have made great strides. But women still face unique challenges at every level, there are still many glass ceilings to shatter.

Joining us today are three incredible women in the industry Kiki Fox the co-founder of the Association for Women in Events,  motivational speaker and social impact champion, Courtney Stanley, and Sarah Soliman of Soliman Productions. They are smart, strong, powerful women and paving the way for others. This episode is a must watch for men and women. If we want to make big changes and see women move up into more powerful roles it takes a village.

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our event industry podcast episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you!

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• Kiki Fox @janssk
• Courtney Stanley @LadyPhenomena
• Sarah Soliman @SarahMSoliman
• Alex Plaxen @aplaxen
• Brandt Krueger @BrandtKrueger

• Elevate! Powered by AWE
• The BABB Life
• Shine App
• The Daily Skimm
• #MeToo Movement and it’s Impact on Events – #EventIcons Episode 120
• Association for Women in Events 
• Purl Pixar SparkShorts

What have you seen change for women in the industry, do you think women have made much progress? Still a lot of glass ceilings to shatter? Comment below and let us know.

Are 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 the status of event sponsorship. He will answer questions about what sponsors truly need, mistakes planners make in proposals, inbound sponsorship and so much more. Always useful, always interesting, this is a don’t miss episode!

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our event industry podcast episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you!

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• Peter Poehle of SponsorMyEvent (@peterpoehle)
• Tahira Endean of Intentional Event Design (@TahiraCreates) 

• SponsorMyEvent 
• Understanding Conference Sponsorship 
• State of Event Sponsorship in 2018 – #EventIcons Episode 97
• C2 Montreal 

What are your favorite event sponsorship experiences you have seen at events? Comment below and let us know.

On this episode of #EventIcons we are live from GO WEST! GO WEST is the largest gathering of event professionals in Western Canada. The event focuses on education, innovation, and networking. Getting everyone connected and building relationships is one of the events main goals.

Today our iconic guests; Dustin Westling of OneWest Event Design, Brent Taylor of Timewise Event Management Inc., and Arlene Schilke of Timewise Event Management Inc. are joining us to talk all about the 2019 GO WEST. They will cover why they started the event, how they get attendees engaged in their experience hall, the amazing food served and best moments from the event. If you have ever been curious about GO WEST this is a great show to watch! Lets jump in below!

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our event industry podcast episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons.

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• Dustin Westling of OneWest Event Design (@DustinWestling)
• Brent Taylor of Timewise Event Management Inc. (@brentjtaylor)
• Arlene Schilke of Timewise Event Management Inc. (@arleneschilke)
• Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media (@APlaxen)

• Go West 2019 – An annual event that focuses on education, innovation and networking.
• Go West 2019 Twitter – Experience the largest gathering in Western Canada For #EventProfs by #EventProfs
• Instagram acoount for Go West 2019 – Largest Gathering Event Profs in Western Showcasing Event Trends, Design, Marketing, Technology,Experiential Meet-ups
• Timewise Event Management Inc. – The proud producer of GO WEST Canada.
• TSI’s Bandwidth Calculator – Plan your event bandwidth
• White Paper: Negotiating the Internet Landscape at Hotels and Convention Centers – If you plan to order Internet or telecommunications services for your event, it is critical to understand the underlying business model in play.
• White Paper: How to Discuss Your Event’s WiFi Needs – The white paper touches on the steps to assess your event’s WiFi appetite, the details of picking appropriate bandwidth, questions to ask to ensure proper event WiFi coverage and capacity, and what goes in to high-quality network support.
• Consumer Rights & FCC Protections – rade Show Internet (TSI) encourages all consumers to understand their rights with respect to Internet “exclusivity” rules. We have assembled the relevant information below to help you take advantage of the Federal protections created to preserve your wireless freedom.
• The Experiential Hall Floor Plan 
• The Main Stage Floor Plan

What are your favorite tips and tricks for creating an engaging event? Comment below and let us know.

We have come to a time and place where event Wi-Fi is expected. Unfortunately, it’s not always delivered as you expected maybe the quality is terrible or the price is through the roof, none of these are surprises you want to run into your event. But how do you avoid these issues? How can you ensure you are getting great Wi-Fi for your event? Today we are getting down into the nerdy details of just how you can make sure your event Wi-Fi doesn’t suck.

Today on #EventIcons our host Will Curran and iconic guests Matt King of Glisser Ltd., and Ian Framson of Trade Show Internet are going to answer all your burning questions and share their best tips on how to make sure you have the best Wi-Fi possible at your next event. They know planning your event wi-fi can seem daunting and stressful. They will answer questions regarding speeds, signal strengths, contract negotiations, and so much more. This is a can’t miss episode!

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our event industry podcast episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you!

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• Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)
• Ian Framson of Trade Show Internet (@TSInternet)
• Matthew King of Glisser Ltd. (@Glisser)

• Audience & Student Engagement Blog – Glisser – Glisser’s audience engagement and event analytics blog.
• Learn About How to Improve Wi-Fi at Your Next Event! – Endless, Glisser, and Trade Show Internet – the industry leaders in event success – have teamed up to bring you a complete webinar on how to improve your event Wi-Fi.
• Is Your Event Vulnerable to Cyber Attacks?: The Good, the Bad, and the Really, Really Scary – Online event security is often overlooked but an extremely important part of planning an event. There is so much information and data held on event websites and registration platforms such as credit cards, flight info, home addresses and more, it is a jackpot of information for hackers. As an event planner, it is your job to make sure your attendee’s valuable information is safely secured.
• How to Save on Hotel WIFI – After this episode, you will be well on your way to breaking through the costs and saving money on your hotel event WIFI! Watch below.
• Event Wifi Bandwidth Calculator– Plan your event bandwidth
• White Paper: Negotiating the Internet Landscape at Hotels and Convention Centers – If you plan to order Internet or telecommunications services for your event, it is critical to understand the underlying business model in play.
• White Paper: How to Discuss Your Event’s WiFi Needs – The white paper touches on the steps to assess your event’s WiFi appetite, the details of picking appropriate bandwidth, questions to ask to ensure proper event WiFi coverage and capacity, and what goes in to high-quality network support.
• Consumer Rights & FCC Protections – rade Show Internet (TSI) encourages all consumers to understand their rights with respect to Internet “exclusivity” rules. We have assembled the relevant information below to help you take advantage of the Federal protections created to preserve your wireless freedom.

What are your favorite tips and tricks for creating the best event Wi-Fi? Comment below and let us know.

January is national human trafficking awareness and prevention month. Sex trafficking is an issue that feels almost impossible to solve but if everyone took steps to recognize the signs and help we could make an impact. The International labor organization estimates that over 40 million people are living in trafficking worldwide, 1 out of 4 being children. This isn’t an issue in a far away country either, human trafficking has been reported in all 50 states. Everyone should be aware of human trafficking signs.

Today we will talk about how the Events and Meeting industry can take steps to slow human trafficking down. It’s a difficult and multi-sector issue and we are all responsible for helping prevent and catch it.

Joining us today is the iconic Michelle Guelbart, Director of Private Sector Engagement at ECPAT-USA. ECPAT-USA is a policy advocacy organization that works to end the sex trafficking of children. They are part of a larger international network with offices in 94 countries. She will teach us about human trafficking signs to look for and recognize potential trafficking situations, and why it’s important meeting and event planners take action and so much more. This is an episode you truly must watch.

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! And now for the main topic in the episode below, how meeting planners and hotels can stop human trafficking by looking for human trafficking signs and so much more.

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• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)
• Michelle Guelbart of ECPAT-USA (@michelleguelb)

• ECPAT-USA
• International Labour Organization
• American Airlines 
• Airline Ticket Agent Saves 2 Teens from Suspected Trafficking Plot
• The Tourism Child-Protection Code of Conduct
• Training for Meeting and Events Professionals on Trafficking
• Love 146

Today 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.

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our event industry podcast episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! And now for the main topic in the episode below, #EventIcons 2019 Sneak Peak!

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• Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)
• Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media (@APlaxen)
• Tahira Endean of BCIC (@TahiraCreates)

• VR At Events- Everything You Need to Know – #EventIcons Episode 105 – 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 discuss all of this and more in this episode.
• House of VR – Offers a state-of-the-art Virtual Reality lounge and event space.
• Digital Innovation At Events – #EventIcons Episode 106 – In this episode of #EventIcons we are joined by the iconic Charles Truong of PixMob/klik and Victor Bohnert of Innovatis Group to discuss digital innovations in events and how to use technology to enhance engagement.
• Klik – Plan for the unplannable with the world’s most collaborative events platform.
• Why Networking is Dead & Braindates are The Future – #EventIcons Episode 138 – In this episode we discuss what braindates are, how they work, how to set them up and so much more! You do not want to miss this episode! Let’s jump in.
• How to Improve Audience Engagement At Event – #EventIcons Episode 110 – Our episode touch on tools that can help you create an atmosphere that encourages audience engagement and create value at your event! You do not want to miss this!
• E-Gaming Events Revolution – #EventIcons Episode 113 – 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!
• Everything You Need to Know About C2 Montreal – #EventIcons Episode 139 – In this episode of #EventIcons the iconic Julia Cyboran of C2 Montréal joins us to teach us more about the magic and engineering that makes C2 Montréal event truly spectacular.
• C2 Montréal – The annual international business conference that helps established and aspiring leaders unlock their creativity in order to better face disruption and change.
• C2 Montreal – Not Your Average Conference – C2 is all about setting the stage for creativity and involvement; to talk to others and explore new things that you can take back and implement in your business.
• The me you want to be: Roger’s Rules for a Bigger, Better, More Powerful YOU by Roger Haskett – In this inspiring, transformational and truly heartwarming book, celebrated keynote speaker, entrepreneur, actor, teacher, director, and writer Roger Haskett helps you discover incredible new ways to create internal power and become the me you want to be.
• Engagement Unlimited – Creates positive transformational change through active engagement at meetings and events.
• Creating a Epic Team Building Event – #EventIcons Episode 98 – In this #EventIcons episode, we have two ICONIC guests, Sydney Wolf & Roger Haskett are discussing their best tips for creating team building events.
• It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work by Jason Fried – It isn’t a book telling you what to do. It’s a book showing you what they’ve done—and how any manager or executive no matter the industry or size of the company, can do it too.
• Frankly Speaking…: Insider Advice (Most) Meeting Planners Won’t Share with Speakers by Shawna Suckow, Bonni Scepkowski, Maralynn Adams & Tracey Smith – Within the pages of this book, you’ll find the combined wisdom of over 600 years (more or less) of meeting planning expertise, all aimed at helping you book more business as a speaker.
• Leadership and Self-Deception: Getting Out of the Box by The Arbinger Institute – Improve their lives and workplaces—areas such as team building, conflict resolution, and personal growth and development, to name a few.

What are your favorite tips and tricks for using event furniture to engage? Comment below and let us know.

It’s been nearly two years since event planners first witnessed mass event cancelations and scrambled to plan virtual events. Since then, we have seen the landscape of the events industry change dramatically. But just as we thought that we were getting through the worst of the pandemic-related uncertainty, the Omicron variant came and took over the world.

Event planners essentially have three options: to cancel, to postpone, or to pivot. But how to choose? Since strategizing Omicron is one of event planners’ top concerns right now, we’ve decided to dive into proactive event strategies to best handle the current situation. We’ve brought on an expert on all things event strategy: Keaton Watson, the Principal Relationship Architect at Endless Events!

Keaton is going on his ninth year in the events industry. He’s worked in hotels in Dallas, Cleveland, Florida, and joined the Endless Events team a year ago. He firmly believes that event technology should be at the core of any event strategy in this day and age. Make sure to tune in to find out how to strategize in times of uncertainty and how implementing event platforms can make last-minute pivots a bit easier to navigate.

Today 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.

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! And now for the main topic in the episode below, Favorite Tools Of The Year!

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• Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)
• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)
• Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media (@APlaxen)
• Tahira Endean of BCIC (@TahiraCreates)

• VR At Events- Everything You Need to Know – #EventIcons Episode 105 – 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 discuss all of this and more in this episode.
• House of VR – Offers a state-of-the-art Virtual Reality lounge and event space.
• Digital Innovation At Events – #EventIcons Episode 106 – In this episode of #EventIcons we are joined by the iconic Charles Truong of PixMob/klik and Victor Bohnert of Innovatis Group to discuss digital innovations in events and how to use technology to enhance engagement.
• Klik – Plan for the unplannable with the world’s most collaborative events platform.
• Why Networking is Dead & Braindates are The Future – #EventIcons Episode 138 – In this episode we discuss what braindates are, how they work, how to set them up and so much more! You do not want to miss this episode! Let’s jump in.
• How to Improve Audience Engagement At Event – #EventIcons Episode 110 – Our episode touch on tools that can help you create an atmosphere that encourages audience engagement and create value at your event! You do not want to miss this!
• E-Gaming Events Revolution – #EventIcons Episode 113 – 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!
• Everything You Need to Know About C2 Montreal – #EventIcons Episode 139 – In this episode of #EventIcons the iconic Julia Cyboran of C2 Montréal joins us to teach us more about the magic and engineering that makes C2 Montréal event truly spectacular.
• C2 Montréal – The annual international business conference that helps established and aspiring leaders unlock their creativity in order to better face disruption and change.
• C2 Montreal – Not Your Average Conference – C2 is all about setting the stage for creativity and involvement; to talk to others and explore new things that you can take back and implement in your business.
• The me you want to be: Roger’s Rules for a Bigger, Better, More Powerful YOU by Roger Haskett – In this inspiring, transformational and truly heartwarming book, celebrated keynote speaker, entrepreneur, actor, teacher, director, and writer Roger Haskett helps you discover incredible new ways to create internal power and become the me you want to be.
• Engagement Unlimited – Creates positive transformational change through active engagement at meetings and events.
• Creating a Epic Team Building Event – #EventIcons Episode 98 – In this #EventIcons episode, we have two ICONIC guests, Sydney Wolf & Roger Haskett are discussing their best tips for creating team building events.
• It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work by Jason Fried – It isn’t a book telling you what to do. It’s a book showing you what they’ve done—and how any manager or executive no matter the industry or size of the company, can do it too.
• Frankly Speaking…: Insider Advice (Most) Meeting Planners Won’t Share with Speakers by Shawna Suckow, Bonni Scepkowski, Maralynn Adams & Tracey Smith – Within the pages of this book, you’ll find the combined wisdom of over 600 years (more or less) of meeting planning expertise, all aimed at helping you book more business as a speaker.
• Leadership and Self-Deception: Getting Out of the Box by The Arbinger Institute – Improve their lives and workplaces—areas such as team building, conflict resolution, and personal growth and development, to name a few.

What are your favorite tips and tricks for using event furniture to engage? Comment below and let us know.

As 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 to adapt, and their willingness to share their knowledge on what is next will make this a must-watch episode as you plan your 2019 events. We will cover everything from this years pantones and how you can use them in your next events, how they get inspiration and come up with trend predictions, and ways to use technology to enhance event design trends and so much more! 

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! And now for the main topic in the episode below, 2019 Event Design Trends!

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• David Merrell of AOO Events (@DavidMerrell)
• Susie Perelman of Mosaic, Inc. (@partymosaic)
• Tahira Endean of BCIC (@TahiraCreates)
• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)

• AOO Events – A multi-faceted creative company, specializing in event design and show production
• Mosaic, Inc. – One of the largest and most unique linen inventories anywhere
• Borelli Strategies – Improving live experiences for attendees by supporting and advancing event professionals globally.
• Social Tables – Plan for the unplannable with the world’s most collaborative events platform.
• ITN International – Optimizes events and delivers actionable data that leads to future improvement.
• Event Tech Tribe – A collaborative ensemble of event tech specialists working together to make events better.
• WWDC18 – Apple Worldwide Developers Conference.
• Sciensio – The Art and Science of AI Chat.
• Chatby Inc. – Create a public chat zone out of any location including, schools, student residences, parks, bars, airports or any other building where people tend to gather.
• Radario – Instant event analytics, powerful CRM and personalized email marketing seamlessly integrated with ticketing platforms.
• The Indoor Lab – Provide the most comprehensive end-to-end analytics for indoor event locations using their proprietary platform and hardware.
• Mention – Get live updates about your brand from the web and social media.
• Feedly – Organize, read and share what matters to you.
• VR At Events- Everything You Need to Know – #EventIcons Episode 105 – In this episode, the ICONIC Jonah Brotman of House of VR discussed the challenges VR brings to the event industry, differences between AR and VR, and so much more!
• Cyber Security For Events : The Good The Bad & The Really Ugly – #EventIcons Episode 131 – Cyber security for events should be at the top of every event planners mind. But often, it’s overlooked or misunderstood. As event profs we need to very aware of cyber security for events. Is your clients data safe? If you aren’t sure this episode is for you!
• E-Gaming Events Revolution – #EventIcons Episode 113 – Discussion on best business opportunities for e-gaming segment and the numbers and statistics every event planner needs to know about e-gaming events.

What are your favorite tips and tricks for using event furniture to engage? Comment below and let us know.

Today’s episodes is one of our favorites of the year. We are bringing together arguably the best minds in the #eventtech and social spaces to talk all about the top event tech trends in 2019. They will talk about what they have seen, where our industry is heading with tech and how we can continue to integrate more deeply and create better planner and participant experiences.

Our iconic panel Corbin Ball of Corbin Ball & Associates, James Spellos of Meeting U, and Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies are joining us and weighing in on the event tech trends. They will chat about everything from chatbots and AI, to facial recognition and cybersecurity. If you are ready to explode your mind with usable, useful ideas – this is the must-see episode!

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! And now for the main topic in the episode below, 2019 Event Tech Trends!

• Click here to watch the show live and get email notifications of new episodes.
• Subscribe via iTunes: Video & Audio or Audio Only
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• Corbin Ball of Corbin Ball & Associates (@corbinball)
• James Spellos of Meeting U (@jspellos)
• Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies (@NickBorelli)
• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)

• Corbin Ball & Associates – Meeting Technology Headquarters
• Meeting U – Help people become more productive and comfortable with technology
• Borelli Strategies – Improving live experiences for attendees by supporting and advancing event professionals globally.
• Social Tables – Plan for the unplannable with the world’s most collaborative events platform.
• ITN International – Optimizes events and delivers actionable data that leads to future improvement.
• Event Tech Tribe – A collaborative ensemble of event tech specialists working together to make events better.
• WWDC18 – Apple Worldwide Developers Conference.
• Sciensio – The Art and Science of AI Chat.
• Chatby Inc. – Create a public chat zone out of any location including, schools, student residences, parks, bars, airports or any other building where people tend to gather.
• Radario – Instant event analytics, powerful CRM and personalized email marketing seamlessly integrated with ticketing platforms.
• The Indoor Lab – Provide the most comprehensive end-to-end analytics for indoor event locations using their proprietary platform and hardware.
• Mention – Get live updates about your brand from the web and social media.
• Feedly – Organize, read and share what matters to you.
• VR At Events- Everything You Need to Know – #EventIcons Episode 105 – In this episode, the ICONIC Jonah Brotman of House of VR discussed the challenges VR brings to the event industry, differences between AR and VR, and so much more!
• Cyber Security For Events : The Good The Bad & The Really Ugly – #EventIcons Episode 131 – Cyber security for events should be at the top of every event planners mind. But often, it’s overlooked or misunderstood. As event profs we need to very aware of cyber security for events. Is your clients data safe? If you aren’t sure this episode is for you!
• E-Gaming Events Revolution – #EventIcons Episode 113 – Discussion on best business opportunities for e-gaming segment and the numbers and statistics every event planner needs to know about e-gaming events.

What are your favorite tips and tricks for using event furniture to engage? Comment below and let us know.

Three 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 joining us for a year round up. They will share their favorite episodes, what goes on behind the scenes, plus what you can look forward to in future episodes of #EventIcons and so much more!

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! And now for the main topic in the episode below, 3 Years of #EventIcons!

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• Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)
• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)
• Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media (@APlaxen)
• Tahira Endean of BCIC (@TahiraCreates)

• How To Increase Social Engagement At Events – #EventIcons Episode 41 – Alex Plaxen of LittleBird Told Media is joining us to discuss how he got started in the industry and share his knowledge and expertise with us.
• Healthy Tips For Event Profs – #EventIcons Episode 96 – In this episode, our ICONIC guests will be sharing their tips and practical tricks on eating habits, natural ways to sleep better, stress management and beyond.
• Diversity at Events – Best Tips For Event Profs – #EventIcons Episode 101– Our iconic guest, Adrienne Trimble of Toyota Motor North America and, Audrey Gallien of Catalyst Inc., answer all questions about Diversity in our diversity episode.
• VR At Events- Everything You Need to Know – #EventIcons Episode 105 – In this episode, the ICONIC Jonah Brotman of House of VR discussed the challenges VR brings to the event industry, differences between AR and VR, and so much more!
• Digital Innovation At Events – #EventIcons Episode 106 – We shared all about klik platform and how you can use it to gain insight into your attendees experience
• How To Get Work Done On The Road – #EventIcons Episode 109 – Best tips to keep focused and get work done on the road.
• E-Gaming Events Revolution – #EventIcons Episode 113 – Discussion on best business opportunities for e-gaming segment and the numbers and statistics every event planner needs to know about e-gaming events.
• Behind The Scenes with INBOUND – #EventIcons Episode – 119 – The Inbound team share how they break up the types of sessions to make the event exciting and effective
• #MeToo Movement and Its Impact on Events – #EventIcons Episode – 120 – This is an incredibly powerful episode you do not want to miss regarding the important and powerful #MeToo Movement!
• Live From ILEA Live – #EventIcons Episode 126 – Learn more about IELA, and how the event educates its leaders, feedback and tactical advice from our panel
• Live from Connect Marketplace – #EventIcons Episode 127 – Discussion about how to elevate the low points of your events and elevate them to the next level.
• Everything You Need to Know About Event Transportation – #EventIcons Episode 132 – Lisa Lanna of Newsday Communications and Eric Hotard of Event Transportation Systems are going to tell you everything you need to know and didn’t consider about event transportation
• PCMA: The Largest Network for Meeting Planners – #EventIcons Episode 134 – All about the key challenges the industry collectively faces
• Live From IMEX 2018 – #EventIcons Episode 135 – In this special episode of #EventIcons, we are coming to you live from IMEX 2018. PACKED with 23 #EventIcons (yes, you read that right 23 industry heavyweights!)
• A Complete Guide for Planning a Nonprofit Event – #EventIcons Episode 136 – Megan Kincaid Kramer of Catalyst Inc. and Kelsi Boyle of Women Deliver are walking us through planning nonprofit events.
• Everything Mega Televised Events: #EventIcons Episode 140 – Paul Winston, the owner of Razor Marketing and Management, talks about his most memorable moments, best tips and so much more.
• Make Your Events More Theatrical – #EventIcons Episode 141 – Our iconic panels are discussing how to bring more theatrical experiences to your event to enhance the overall experience.

What are your favorite tips and tricks for using event furniture to engage? Comment below and let us know.

A great event is very similar to a great theatrical production. There is the grand entrance, the setting, a narrative, building the story, emotions, and an ending that makes us think. On top of a storyline,  there is the technical side with set changes, technology to enhance the experience and a cast that brings it all to life. It makes sense to make your events more theatrical to enhance the attendee experience. So how do you make your events more theatrical? You are in luck! Today’s guests are going to share the best tips and tricks for doing just that. 

In today’s episode of #EventIcons our iconic panel Brittney Lanni of O’Keefe Communications, LLC,  Kevin Molesworth, CSEP of Brass Tacks Event, Sarah Cissna of The Side Lobby will be discussing how to bring more theatrical experiences to your event to enhance the overall experience. They will share their dream mainstage setups, how to improve breakout sessions, technical elements and what will make or break your next event. If you want to have engaging and memorable events you have come to the right show! Let’s get to it!

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! And now for the main topic in the episode below, Make Your Events More Theatrical!

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• Brittney Lanni of O’Keefe Communications, LLC (@OKeefeComMD)
• Kevin Molesworth, CSEP of Brass Tacks Events (@BrassTacksEvent)
• Sarah Cissna of The Side Lobby (@sdcissna)
• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)
• Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)

• O’Keefe Communications, LLC – A full-service live event and video production company serving associations, businesses, government and nonprofit agencies
• Brass Tacks Events – Brass Tacks Events endeavors to be the premier event producer in Central Texas and beyond!
• The Side Lobby – The Side Lobby is a consulting firm helping organizations make a difference through events.
• Lessons from fashion’s free culture – Johanna Blakley talks about what all creative industries can learn from fashion’s free culture.
• Toggl – Turn your team on to productivity with Toggl the time tracker.
• When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Daniel H. Pink – The scientific secrets to good timing to help you flourish at work, at school, and at home.!
• ArtsJournal – A digest of some of the best arts and cultural journalism in the English-speaking world
• Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company – A national leader in the development of new plays, Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company continues to hold its place at the edge of American theatre.
• Special Effects Show of Universal Studios Hollywood – Get an exclusive behind-the scenes look into your favorite blockbuster movies in our Special Effects Show as stunts, practical effects and cutting-edge technology come to life.
• Blippar – A tech company focused on augmented reality & computer vision.
• LEGO® AR Studio – A new augmented reality experience from LEGO® – where you can play with digital versions of selected LEGO® sets in your real-world scenes!
• It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work by Jason Fried & David Heinemeier Hansson – A new path to work effectively.

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Some of the most challenging events to produce are televised events. With a mega televised event such as the Super Bowl, Inauguration or Olympics you only have one shot to get things right. If you aren’t prepared or things go wrong it really shows.

In fact, we saw a prime example of this at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade last week when the lip-sync track audio did not match up with Rita Ora’s in ear track creating an out-of-sync disaster of a performance that unfolded in front of millions viewing the live show. So how do you execute a flawless televised show? How do you deal with the pressure that comes along with planning one? Is it really that different than any other event?

Joining us in today’s episode is Paul Winston the owner of Razor Marketing and Management and an expert on mega televised events. Paul has worked on events such as the Olympics, the Super Bowl, the National Memorial Day Concert, A Capitol Fourth Concert, both of which you can see every year televised on PBS and so much more. Paul will be joining us speaking about the challenges that go into creating events with such high stakes. He will talk about his most memorable moments, best tips and so much more. You don’t want to miss this jam packed episode!

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Paul Winston of Razor Marketing and Management
• Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media (@APlaxen)
• Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)

• Razor Marketing and Management – Razor is a full service consulting and event management company that delivers turn key solutions to events and programs of any size and budget.
• Capital Concerts – Capital Concerts, Inc. is the nation’s leading producer of live patriotic television shows.
• Smartsheet – A Powerful Platform for the Way You Work Today!
• Sports Travel – The sports world’s event magazine, and producers of the TEAMS Conference & Expo.
• Teams Conference – The world’s leading conference and expo for the sports-event industry.

C2 Montreal is completely different from any event out there. C2 Montreal is all about setting the stage to spark creativity and exploration within attendees.  The event is full of collaborative experiences and experiential brainstorming. Whether you are hoisted into the air during a lab or have a networking meet up in a mirrored room, you can expect the unexpected at C2 Montreal.

In this episode of #EventIcons the iconic Julia Cyboran of C2 Montréal joins us to teach us more about the magic and engineering that makes this event truly spectacular. She will fill us in on techniques C2 Montreal uses to collect data and how they leverage that knowledge to create amazing experiences. We will also talk about what goes into planning the collaborative experiences and the purposes behind them. By the end of this episode, we guarantee you will be inspired and itching to attend!

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Julia Cyboran of C2 Montréal (@C2International)
• Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media (@APlaxen)

• Live From IMEX 2018 – #EventIcons Episode 135 – In this special episode of #EventIcons, we are coming to you live from IMEX 2018. PACKED with 23 #EventIcons (yes, you read that right 23 industry heavyweights!).
• C2 Montréal – C2 Montréal is the annual international business conference that helps established and aspiring leaders unlock their creativity in order to better face disruption and change.
• The Economist – The Economist is an English-language weekly magazine-format newspaper owned by the Economist Group and edited at offices in London.
• PCMA – With more than 7,000 members and an audience of more than 50,000 individuals, PCMA is the world’s largest network of Business Events Strategists.
• Forbes Media LLC – Forbes is an American business magazine. Published bi-weekly, it features original articles on finance, industry, investing, and marketing topics.
• The Wall Street Journal – The Wall Street Journal is a U.S. business-focused, English-language international daily newspaper based in New York City.
• New York Post – The New York Post is a daily newspaper in New York City. The Post also operates the celebrity gossip site PageSix.com, the entertainment site Decider.com, and co-produces the television show Page Six TV.

If you have not heard the term braindate yet, we need to talk! We believe braindates are the future of networking and you are going to want to incorporate them into your next event. We all want networking at our events to knock the socks off the participants, leaving them feeling richer for the experience, and braindates do just that. They allow you to use an app to connect to other participants and set up one on one or small group meetings based on shared interests at a specific location. Overtime, they have proven itself at events from C2, PCMA and so many more. 

But how exactly do braindates work? What do you need to set them up? Today our ICONIC panel, Christine Renaud and Sophie Silkes of e180 are here to discuss all these burning questions and more! In today’s episode we will discuss what braindates are, how they work, how to set them up and so much more! You do not want to miss this episode! Let’s jump in.

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Christine Renaud of e180 (@christinerenaud)
• Sophie Silkes of e180 (@SESilkes)
• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)

• We Seek (e180 Blog) – Learn Constantly. Become Future-Proof.
• An Everyone Culture: Becoming a Deliberately Developmental Organization by Robert Kegan & Lisa Laskow Lahey – A Radical New Model for Unleashing Your Company’s Potential (Book)
• Tribes: We Need You to Lead Us by Seth Godin – This book will make you think (really think) about the opportunities for leading your fellow employees, customers, investors, believers, hobbyists, readers… (Book)
• Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cain – The book that started the Quiet Revolution (Book)
• Gamestorming: A Playbook for Innovators, Rulebreakers, and Changemakers by Dave Gray, Sunni Brown & James Macanufo – This book includes more than 80 games to help you break down barriers, communicate better, and generate new ideas, insights, and strategies. (Book)
• Community: The Structure of Belonging by Peter Block – Explore a way of thinking about our places that creates an opening for authentic communities to exist and details what each of us can do to make that happen. (Book)
• Facilitator’s Guide to Participatory Decision-Making by Sam Kaner – Unleash the transformative power of face to facegroups. (Book)
• The World Café: Shaping Our Futures Through Conversations That Matter by Juanita Brown & David Isaacs – Filled with stories of actual Cafe dialogues in business, education, government, and community organizations across the globe, this uniquely crafted book demonstrates how the World Cafe can be adapted to any setting or culture. (Book)
• The Change Handbook: The Definitive Resource on Today’s Best Methods for Engaging Whole Systems, by Peggy Holman, Tom Devane & Steven Cady – The Change Handbook features chapters by the originators and foremost practitioners of such high-leverage change methods as Future Search, Real Time Strategic Change, Gemba Kaizen, and Open Space Technology. (Book)
• Open Space Technology: A User’s Guide by Harrison Owen – Open Space Technology: A User’s Guide is just what the name implies: a hands-on, detailed description of facilitating Open Space Technology (OST). (Book)
• The Fifth Discipline: The Art & Practice of The Learning Organization by Peter Senge – Describes how companies can rid themselves of the learning “disabilities” that threaten their productivity and success by adopting the strategies of learning organizations. (Book)
• The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever by Daniel Maté – Takes your work–and your workplace–from good to great (Book)
• Cultivating Communities of Practice by Étienne Wenger – Essential reading for any leader in today’s knowledge economy; the definitive guide to developing communities of practice! (Book)
• Reinventing Organizations, by Frederic Laloux and Ken Wilber – This book describes in practical detail how organizations large and small can operate in this new paradigm (Book)
• Reality is Broken: Why Games Makes Us Better and How They Can Change the World by Jane McGonigal – A visionary game designer reveals how we can harness the power of games to boost global happiness. (Book)
• Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman – The book covers all three phases of Kahneman’s career: his early days wo...

This 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!

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! And now for the main topic in the episode below, our favorite events!

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• • Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)
  • Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)
  • Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media (@APlaxen)
  • Tahira Endean of BCIC (@TahiraCreates)

• • • Live From IMEX 2018 – #EventIcons Episode 135 A special episode of #EventIcons from IMEX 2018
    • Live from Connect Marketplace – #EventIcons Episode 127Another episode from Connect Marketplace, We discussed on almost every topic in the events industry.
    • Live From ILEA Live – #EventIcons Episode 126 Live from ILEA with some of the best and brightest in the event industry
    • Behind The Scenes with INBOUND – #EventIcons Episode – 119 The INBOUND team are explaining everything about how they bring in the right speakers, how they evaluate and improve their content, setting expectations and so much more.
    • Developers at #DF18: Check Out the Fun from Day 1
    • #DF18
    • Dave Grohl (SXSW) 2013 Keynote Speech in Full Dave Grohl giving his Keynote speech at South By Southwest (SXSW) 2013
    • Snap Camera Bring the magic of Lenses to your live streams and video chats.

    What are your favorite tips and tricks for using event furniture to engage? Comment below and let us know.

Planning a nonprofit event is no easy feat, it takes a great strategy and above all a big heart.  These events require a commitment to the cause, an understanding of how to leverage the power of events to share a message and raise funds. Of course, on top of all that you still need to be a master of the event planning skills all planners need!

Today we are so excited to have two very strong leaders joining us from this space. They have a deep expertise ranging from how to manage diverse teams, planning nonprofit events, and really making your company shine. Our ICONIC guests, Megan Kincaid Kramer of Catalyst Inc. and Kelsi Boyle of Women Deliver are walking us through planning nonprofit events. They will answer what to keep in mind when planning nonprofit events, how to keep the cause alive well after the event,  challenges and so much more. We are excited about the wide range of ideas they are going to bring to anyone who joins us for this ride!

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Megan Kincaid Kramer of Catalyst Inc. (@smegan33)
• Kelsi Boyle of Women Deliver (@kelsianna)
• Audrey Gallien of Catalyst Inc. (@CatalystInc)

• Catalyst Inc.– A global nonprofit organization focused on empowering and accelerating women in business
• Women Deliver – A catalyst that leverages its extensive reach and partnerships to spark political commitment and investment in girls and women everywhere.
• Catalyst Resource – Be Inclusive Every Day
• Trello – Free and flexible project management boards
• Focus Booster – Based on the Pomodoro method, work for 25 minutes, take a 5 minute break and then repeat 3 times taking a longer break once complete
• Apple Watch – Great for time keeping at events and I love the be mindful reminders to breathe and stand.
• This American Life – A weekly public radio program and podcast.
• Story Pirates Changemakers – Turn kids’ original stories into wild sketch comedy musicals featuring professional actors to show those kids just how amazing their ideas are
• SurveyMonkey – Provides free, customizable surveys, as well as a suite of paid back-end programs that include data analysis, sample selection, bias elimination, and data representation tools
• Smartsheet – Works seamlessly with your favorite enterprise tools and apps, so you can focus on the work that matters most.

What are your favorite tips and tricks for using event furniture to engage? Comment below and let us know.

This week, the #EventIcons podcast comes with a three-day delay, but we’re so excited about this amazing episode that we couldn’t wait any longer to share it with the world! First, let’s get the most exciting part out of the way. Will is joined by a brand new host: the fabulous and inquisitive Karmen Jericevic, AKA the Event Opportunity Creator at Endless Events. Some of you might remember her from the episode we did with the Endless team about managing virtual fatigue. As she constantly talks directly to event planners, she knows exactly how they think, what they want to know, and what their main pain points are. And alongside her bubbly personality, that makes her an exceptional interviewer!

And then, there’s our iconic guest: Ellis Davis, the Chief of Equation Equilibrium at Endless Events. But even though that’s one impressive title, it barely encompasses all that Ellis is and does. He’s this industry’s knowledgeable visionary, a charismatic yoga teacher, and a delightful conversationalist. Make sure to tune in: you’ll leave inspired, informed, and more exuberant than before!

In this special episode of #EventIcons, we are coming to you live from IMEX 2018.  PACKED with  23 #EventIcons (yes, you read that right 23 industry heavyweights!). If you aren’t familiar with IMEX it is THE place to connect as an event prof. IMEX has 3200 plus destinations, venues and suppliers from 130-plus countries under ONE roof in Las Vegas literally everything you can imagine in one place.  On top of connecting, there are so many educational programs, workshops, and amazing keynotes. This is the place to be!

In today’s show our iconic and gigantic panel will weigh in on hot topics and trends in the events industry. We will cover everything from the details that impressed our event profs at IMEX, to best tips when it comes to planning your next event. From AI to sustainability and many more hot topics, you don’t want to miss this jam-packed two-hour episode!

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! And now for the main topic in the episode below, live from IMEX 2018!

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• Chance Thompson of Salt Palace Convention Center(@3FootedCat57)
• Michael Doane of CadmiumCD, L.L.C. (@medoane)
• Suzanne Medcalf of IMEX Group (@IMEXSuzanne)
• Adam Parry of Event Industry News (@punchtownparry)
• Corbin Ball of Corbin Ball & Associates (@corbinball)
• Kiki J. Fox of AWE (@AWEwomen)
• Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies (@NickBorelli)
• Aysun Lynch of Banff & Lake Louise Tourism
• Aaron Kaufman of Fifth Element Group (@AKthe5th)
• Megan Powers of Powers of Marketing (@meganpowers)
• Kate Delaney of DEAL YOUR OWN DESTINY (@katesdelaney)
• Kelsey Rausch of CORT (@CORTEvents)
• Jessica Gibbons of C2 Montréal
• Adekambi Laleye of Klik (@AdekambiLaleye)
• Claire Hoffman of BizBash (@ClaireHoffman)
• Carina Bauer of IMEX Group (@IMEXCarina)
• Miguel Neves of miguelseven.com (@miguelseven)
• Gerrit Heijkoop of LiveOnlineEvents (@gheijkoop)
• Tracy Stuckrath of Thrive! Meetings & Events (@tstuckrath)
• Shawna Suckow of shawnasuckow.com (@TheBuyerInsider)
• Glenn Thayer of The Voice Of Meetings & Events (@glennthayer)
• Kate Patay of Patay Consulting (@KatePatay)
• Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)
• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)
• Tahira Endean of BCIC (@TahiraCreates)
• Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media (@APlaxen)

• CadmiumCD, L.L.C.
• Social Tables
• IMEX Group
• IMEX (Instagram)
• Youtube Channel of IMEX
• IMEX (Twitter)
• IMEX (Facebook)
• IMEXepisode
• Corbin Ball & Associates
• Virtual Vs. Augmented/Mixed Reality for Events: The Pros and Cons for Each Medium and the Likelihood of Adoption
• AWE
• Borelli Strategies
• Banff & Lake Louise Tourism
• Fifth Element Group
• SEARCH Foundation
• Powers of Marketing
• DEAL YOUR OWN DESTINY

PCMA 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 panel will discuss what key challenges the industry collectively faces. The impact we have as event planners on the world, and how we can make a difference. They will also discuss what they are looking forward to at IMEX this week and so much more! Watch the episode in full below!

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• Sherrif Karamat of PCMA (@SherrifK)
• Claire Smith of Vancouver Convention Centre (@ClaireConnects)
• Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media (@APlaxen)
• Tahira Endean of BCIC (@TahiraCreates)

• What is PCMA & Convening Leaders? – #EventIcons Episode 42
• PCMA
• Vancouver Convention Centre
• PCMA Catalyst
• News & Industry Insights
• Flipboard
• Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck(book)

Event 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 Kelsey Rausch,  Lilian Shen,  Holly Larson of CORT. They will be giving you insider tips of how to use seating to encourage face to face interaction, and also seating that inhibits engagement. We will learn about what is trending in event furniture and some amazing options for all budgets. If you haven’t put much thought into event furniture you need to see this episode.

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! And now for the main topic in the episode below, furniture at events!

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• Kelsey Rausch of CORT (@CORTEvents)
• Lilian Shen of CORT (@lilshh)
• Holly Larson of CORT (@hollynrizzle)
• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)
• Tahira Endean of BCIC (@TahiraCreates)

• CORT
• CORT Blog
• Social Tables
• CLOBAS
• CORT (Instagram)
• CORT (Facebook)
• Youtube Channel of CORT

Event Transportation is the key to the success of your event. It’s a piece of the puzzle we often take for granted. Event transportation often is overlooked, strategy and logistics go on behind the scenes but is a must to execute well when planning.  There is so much to consider when planning event transportation from how many people you will have, where they are coming from, the venue you are going to, the city. To make transportation a success you need to be proactive in the planning.

Where do you even start? If you aren’t sure have no fear! Our ICONIC panel joining use today are masters in event transportation! In this episode Lisa Lanna of Newsday Communications and Eric Hotard of Event Transportation Systems are going to tell you everything you need to know and didn’t consider about event transportation. From what you need to think about when planning, to budgeting and the top details event planners over look, plus how to make money off transportation! You can’t miss this episode!

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! And now for the main topic in the episode below, cyber security at events!

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• Eric Hotard of Event Transportation Systems (@EventTrans)
• Lisa Lanna of Newsday Communications (@EventTrans)
• Audrey Gallien of Catalyst Inc. (@CatalystInc)

• Event Transportation Systems (ETS)
• Free RFP Template for Event Transportation
• Event Transportation Sponsorship Checklist
• Newsday Communications

What are your favorite tips and tricks to improve your cyber security for events? Comment below and let us know.

Cyber security for events should be at the top of every event planners mind. But often, it’s overlooked or misunderstood. As event profs we need to very aware of cyber security for events. Is your clients data safe? If you aren’t sure this episode is for you!

In todays episode our ICONIC guest James Spellos of Meeting U joins our very own Will Curran and Brandt Krueger to discuss cyber security for events. From the basics like what do you have to protect? and how do you protect it? To a deeper dive into VPNs, passwords and softwares we will cover it all.  This is a episode you cannot miss! 

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! And now for the main topic in the episode below, cyber security at events!

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• James Spellos of Meeting U (@jspellos)
• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)
• Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)

• 2017 Event Trends – #EventIcons Episode 40
• 2018 Event Industry Trends – #EventIcons Episode 92
• Live from Connect Marketplace – #EventIcons Episode 127
• How to Improve Wi-Fi at Your Next Event!
• Meeting U
• VPN Beginner’s Guide
• TunnelBear
• Tiny Hardware Firewalls
• Dashlane
• Private Internet Access
• Wirecutter
• Google Authenticator(Play store)
• Google Authenticator(iTunes)
• Titan Security Key
• Coursera
• The Fourth Transformation: How Augmented Reality & Artificial Intelligence Will Change Everything(Book)
• SECURITY NOW

In this episode, we are covering the hot topic of hiring an event staff. We will discuss independent contractors vs W2 employee and which might be right for you. While there is no right answer, people have very strong feelings on what is best and you will see that today! Our panel will discuss best practices for hiring your event staff from differences between a W2 employee and an independent contractor to best applications. Furthermore, we will discuss the differences in breaks, travel, over time, the future of employment and more.

There are benefits to both W2 employees and independent contractors and we will discuss them all in this episode. Hiring an event staff can be daunting but it doesn’t have to be! Here to help us thoroughly walk through the topic are our iconic guests, Noha Salah of The EventWork, Kelsey Crane of Quench Staffing, Krista Hazelwood of Quench Staffing. They will cover all the hot topics and tough questions you are dying to know about!

Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Noha Salah of The EventWork(@the_eventwork)
• Kelsey Crane of Quench Staffing (@quenchlife)
• Krista Hazelwood of Quench Staffing (@quenchlife)
• Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)

• Live From ILEA Live – #EventIcons Episode 126
• Ask Us Anything & News Edition – #EventIcons Episode 20
• The EventWork
• Quench Staffing
• W-2 vs. 1099
• The Employment Development Department (EDD)
• ILEA
• PeopleMatter
• Independent Contractor (Self-Employed) or Employee?
• Bee Invoicing
• Receipt Bank
• Expensify
• Slack
• PandaDoc
• Zoom
• SignNow
• monday.com
• iScanner
• Stripe
• TextExpander
• SimpleForms

It’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. How to filter and cut through the noise when hiring for your internal events team. Furthermore, we will discuss how brands are evolving their events and what you need to do to catch up. There is so much to cover today and by the end you will be a pro at building an internal event team!

We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest! Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Sej Pandya of Event Marketing Consultant(@SejPandya)
• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)
• Tahira Endean of BCIC (@TahiraCreates)

• Event Key Performance Indicators: Metrics To Measure Your Events – #EventIcons Episode 124
• Gary Vaynerchuk
• Gary Vaynerchuk Podcast
• Smart Meetings
• Bizbash
• Getting It: Your Social Media Guide: Learn how to build your personal brand(Book)

Today on #EventIcons we’re talking about the life of a creative agency. We will be learning from Mills James. For more than three decades Mills James has been helping some of the country’s biggest brands plan, develop and execute the events and videos that have shaped and driven the industry. They have offices in Columbus, Cincinnati and Cleveland, Ohio, providing event and video production services to Fortune 500 companies, startups and not-for-profits.

Futhermore, Mills James will be answering all your biggest questions in this episode. We will talk about the evolution of experiential events and other trends. And cover some of the biggest event challenges they have overcome and how you can overcome your challenges too. Check it out below!

We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest! Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Rodrick Pauley of Mills James(@rodrickpauley)
• Audrey Gallien of Catalyst Inc. (@CatalystInc)
• Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)

• Mills James
• Universal Studios Florida
• Adobe After Effects
• The Five Deadly Sins of Presenting Creative Work by Kerry Z. Feuerman(Book)
• Xperia Touch
• Bonjoro

This week we are live from Connect Marketplace! If you are unfamiliar, Connect Marketplace is all about meeting with the best minds in the industry, they have the most interesting speakers from many industries and it’s a great time to well, connect! This weeks episode is an extended two-hour show with the best and brightest minds in the industry.

This episode will touch on almost every topic in the events industry. From sustainability to event technology we have you covered. Furthermore, we will discuss how to elevate the low points of your events and elevate them to the next level to best tips in entertainment it’s all here in this massive episode! Check it out below!

We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest! Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Chris Gasbarro of Ember(@chrisgasbarro)
• Chance Thompson of Salt Palace Convention Center(@SaltPalaceCC)
• Tracy Stuckrath of Thrive! Meetings & Events(@tstuckrath)
• Aaron Wolowiec of Event Garde(@aaronwolowiec)
• Chris Collinson of Connect(@Connect2Chris)
• Michelle Bruno of Bruno Group(@michellebruno)
• James Spellos of Meeting U(@jspellos)
• Elizabeth Glau of Sciensio(@elizabethglau)
• Douglas Emslie of Tarsus Group (@TarsusGroup)
• Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)
• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)
• Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media (@APlaxen)
• Tahira Endean of BCIC (@TahiraCreates)

• 2018 Event Industry Trends – #EventIcons Episode 92
• Healthy Tips For Event Profs – #EventIcons Episode 96
• E-Gaming Events Revolution – #EventIcons Episode 113
• Planning Sustainable Events: What You Must Know – #EventIcons Episode 116
• Chatbots: Everything You Need To Know – #EventIcons Episode 118
• IMEX America: USA’s Largest Meetings Industry Trade Show – #EventIcons Episode 33
• Connect Marketplace
• Ember Blog
• Salt Palace Convention Center
• Thrive! Meetings & Events Blog
• Case Studies: Successes in Transformation
• Moving meetings forward
• Fork In The Road Blog
• Meeting U
• Sciensio
• Tarsus Group
• Netflix
• Google Drive
• eSports
• NBA

Today’s episode is near and dear to our heart! We are live from ILEA Live! Joining us today are some of the best and brightest in the industry.  As you probably guessed, it’s all about ILEA Live and how to grow as an event prof. But! Before we jump into that I think it’s important we take a step back and go over ILEA. Incase you have been living under a rock, International Live Events Association is a thriving association for global creative event professionals. They provide networking, education, professional development and so much more to their members.  

ILEA Live is a yearly conference held for the association members to meet in one place, network, grow professionally and stay informed on what is happening globally. It’s not event planning 101 but a very indepth dive into live events. What also makes the conference unique is that it is intimate, there are not thousands and thousands of event profs at the conference allowing a setting that attendees can truly experience the conference and interact with even the biggest speakers! Today with the help of our iconic panel Dana Macaulay of Sonoma County Vintners, Tera Greenwood of Service Systems Associates, and Jen Poyer of Event Technology Consulting we will cover all that embodies ILEA Live. We will learn more about that, and how the event educates its leaders, feedback and tactical advice from our pantel and so much more! If you have ever been interested in attending ILEA Live you can’t miss this episode!

We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest! Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Dana Macaulay of Sonoma County Vintners(@ILEANapaSonoma)
• Tera Greenwood of Service Systems Associates(@ILEADenver)
• Jen Poyer of Event Technology Consulting (@ILEALosAngeles)
• Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)

• What is the International Live Events Association? – #EventIcons Episode 51
• IMEX America: USA’s Largest Meetings Industry Trade Show – #EventIcons Episode 33
• ILEA Live 2018
• ILEA
• ILEA Education
• ILEA Denver Blog
• ILEA NYC
• ILEA Napa-Sonoma Chapter
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
• Disneyland
• Mingle Magazine

We’re back today with a very special episode of the #EventIcons podcast. Will’s guest is Isaac Holt, the Master of Technimagic at Endless Events. This week, he put on the shoes of the podcast’s host and did quite an amazing job.

Will and the live audience had a lot of questions for our new host. To make him feel welcomed and at ease, they mostly talked about technical production, but also touched on the future of virtual events and hybrid events – the works. So, press play, and please welcome Isaac Holt!

It’s back! Sh*t event planners say part three is in full force! This is a very special episode of #EventIcons. Our hosts – Will, Brandt, and Audrey – will be joined by Aaron Kaufman, the President of Fifth Element Group. They will be discussing as you probably guessed all the sh*t event planners say. The iconic panel will cover everything from corporate events, ageism and booking talent!  Join us for this entertaining and somewhat controversial episode!

We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest! Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

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• Aaron Kaufman of Fifth Element Group(@AKthe5th)
• Tanya Scagnol of Fifth Element Group(tskags)
• Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)
• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)
• Audrey Gallien of Catalyst Inc. (@CatalystInc)

• Sh*t Event Planners Say – #EventIcons Episode 26
• Sh!t Event Planners Say, Part II – #EventIcons Episode 77
• Influencer Marketing – #EventIcons Episode 112
• IMEX America: USA’s Largest Meetings Industry Trade Show – #EventIcons Episode 33
• Fifth Element Group
• The SEARCH Foundation
• tskags
• aaronkaufmancsep
• Nick Borelli
• Intentional Event Design Our Professional Opportunity
• The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life
• #agoartbash
• Art Bash
• fifthelementgrp

Today we are talking all about event key performance indicators (KPI).  Key performance indicators are the measurable outcomes that measure event success. This can be confusing, what exactly are we measuring? Why do I need to do this? Who is defining the metrics? How will you measure them? Today we will answer all this and more!

Today our iconic guest Daniil Shcherbakov of Radario Marketing Platform will be discussing everything you must know about measuring event key performance indicators. So if you are still wondering what sort of metrics you should be measuring? Do you need a data analyst on your team? What is the best way to collect feedback from attendees and so much more you are in the right place. Let’s jump in!

We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest! Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you!

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• Daniil Shcherbakov of Radario Marketing Platform(@radario_cc)
• Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran)

• Radario Marketing Platform
• 25 #Eventtech Startups to Watch This Fall
• Inbound Marketing, Revised and Updated: Attract, Engage, and Delight Customers Online
• 10 Tools to Help You Create an Amazing Event
• Eventbrite
• Bizzabo Blog
• Microsoft Surface Book 2
• Pebble
• Bose SoundSport
• Lifetime value of customer
• Cost per acquisition
• Churn rate
• Conversion rate
• Net Promoter Score
• Hubspot Academy
• Bose QuietComfort 35
• Databox

Do you ever feel like your events are missing something but you aren’t sure what? Do you find yourself wishing that you had better content, interesting videos and more. If so you may be missing a creative role from your event team. They are visionaries who help tell your story, take your visions and make it a reality. On top of that, they make sure your overall concept is cohesive and all your details are covered. If you want to have an amazing event you need really look into adding the role of a creative in events.

Creatives can understand your overall vision and turn it into a reality. That all sounds great, but where do you find them? What should you look for when hiring a creative? If you have a million questions running through your head right now don’t fear! Our iconic guests Mark Joseph Howell of Mark Joseph Creative will walk you through everything you need to know creatives in the events industry. We will discuss hiring a creative, what to consider for content, jack of all trades vs specialists, projection mapping,  and so much more! This episode covers everything about the role of a creative in events. Let’s jump in!

We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest! Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know!

You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you!

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• Mark Joseph Howell of Mark Joseph Creative(@MarkJosephCDG)
• Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger)

• Mark Joseph Creative
• Mark Howell(Instagram)
• VideoHive
• Playback pro
• Qlab
• MadMapper
• The Imagineering Workout: Exercises to Shape Your Creative Muscles by The Disney Imagineers(Book)
• The Chronicles of Harris Burdick: Fourteen Amazing Authors Tell the Tales by Chris Van Allsburg(Book)
• Adobe Photoshop CC
• Adobe Illustrator CC