Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast

In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Naomi Tucker, founder of Planners on Purpose.  Join them as they explore: How to define burnoutEarly warning signsEffective support systemsGood stress vs bad stressImproving productivity and efficiencyMaintaining work-life balanceTrends and shifts in the event industryAnd much more!Naomi Tucker is a business strategist and coach that founded Planners on Purpose, an organization that helps event professionals in areas of burnout, productivity, career, and leadership through 1:1 support, digital courses, and group facilitation. She is a part-time instructor for Meeting and Event Management at the Madison Area Technical College, and hosts the Planners on Purpose podcast.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, instructions on how to do this are here.Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Nick Borelli of Zenus Inc, Jonathan Kazarian of Accelevents, Mahoganey Jones of Event Specialists Inc, Sarah James of Live Nation, Kim Washington of NBA, Jacob Zucker of Morgan Stanley, Carrie Davenport of Altria and Catherine Chaulet of Global DMC PartnersCheck out our three most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi Collen, Director of Meetings and Events at Great ClipsEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey of Matey EventsFor additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.comCheck out our 3 most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi CollenEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this exciting new regular series on Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Michael Hooper, Technical Event Producer at Obaat, to guide you through a range of concepts, ideas, and best practices in the events space.Join them as they discuss: The differences between AV rental companies and production companiesThe importance of choosing the right partner for your eventInsights into the mindsets of technical buyers and scope buyersMarket shifts due to the pandemicAdvantages of working with production companies that do not own their own inventoryAnd much more!Michael Hooper is Technical Event Producer at Obaat and an experienced event professional with over twenty years in the industry. Working closely with agency planners, Michael takes care of backstage planning and logistics to ensure the event runs smoothly and his clients’ creative vision is translated to physical reality. Before working at Obaat, Michael worked as Sales Manager for Bespoke Audio Visual, and spent over twelve years at Westbury National, one of Canada’s largest full-service event production companies.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, instructions on how to do this are here.Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Nick Borelli of Zenus Inc, Jonathan Kazarian of Accelevents, Mahoganey Jones of Event Specialists Inc, Sarah James of Live Nation, Kim Washington of NBA, Jacob Zucker of Morgan Stanley, Carrie Davenport of Altria and Catherine Chaulet of Global DMC PartnersCheck out our three most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi Collen, Director of Meetings and Events at Great ClipsEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey of Matey EventsFor additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.comCheck out our 3 most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi CollenEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Corey Bruins, the Director of California Events & Programs for Government Technology at e.Republic. Join them as they discuss: The importance of authenticity in B2B eventsHow authenticity can create meaningful experiences for attendeesBalancing commercial objectives with human connectionInfusing hybrid events with a genuine sense of communityThe importance of perception and how attendees' feelings about the event can shape their experienceAnd more!Corey Bruins is the Director of California Events & Programs for Government Technology at e.Republic, the nation’s leading publishing, research, event, and new media company focused on state and local government and education. He has over a decade of experience in event planning and operations, and is also an Events Producer for Clear Consulting. In 2020, Corey founded Bol, a high-quality grain-bowl business. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, instructions on how to do this are here.Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Nick Borelli of Zenus Inc, Jonathan Kazarian of Accelevents, Mahoganey Jones of Event Specialists Inc, Sarah James of Live Nation, Kim Washington of NBA, Jacob Zucker of Morgan Stanley, Carrie Davenport of Altria and Catherine Chaulet of Global DMC PartnersCheck out our three most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi Collen, Director of Meetings and Events at Great ClipsEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey of Matey EventsFor additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.comCheck out our 3 most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi CollenEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Timothy Calder, the Associate Director of Events at Achievers. Join them as they explore: Sustainability in event planningCreating hybrid eventsHow to prepare for future challengesThe impact of the pandemic on eventsMeasuring event successAnd more!Timothy Calder is the Associate Marketing Director of Events at Achievers, an employee voice and recognition solution that empowers HR teams with reliable and easy-to-use functionalities to meet the unique needs of their people. Tim specializes in building experiences that build communities and facilitate relationships among senior executives, delivering webinars, executive programs, tradeshow sponsorships and field marketing activities.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, instructions on how to do this are here.Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Nick Borelli of Zenus Inc, Jonathan Kazarian of Accelevents, Mahoganey Jones of Event Specialists Inc, Sarah James of Live Nation, Kim Washington of NBA, Jacob Zucker of Morgan Stanley, Carrie Davenport of Altria and Catherine Chaulet of Global DMC PartnersCheck out our three most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi Collen, Director of Meetings and Events at Great ClipsEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey of Matey EventsFor additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.comCheck out our 3 most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi CollenEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Jennifer D Collins, Founder and CEO of JDC Events. Join them as they explore: The impact events can have on attendeesInsights on community buildingPersonalization in virtual and hybrid eventsIncorporating sustainability into event designJennifer’s personal event journeyJennifer D. Collins is the Founder, President, and CEO of JDC Events, an award-winning event design company that strengthens and develops brands through live and virtual events; she started JDC Events over twenty-four years ago in the basement of her Washington D.C. home. Jennifer is also the author of Events Spark Change: A Guide to Designing Powerful and Engaging Events, a book that explores the ins and outs of how to build engaging, memorable, and successful events. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, instructions on how to do this are here.Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Nick Borelli of Zenus Inc, Jonathan Kazarian of Accelevents, Mahoganey Jones of Event Specialists Inc, Sarah James of Live Nation, Kim Washington of NBA, Jacob Zucker of Morgan Stanley, Carrie Davenport of Altria and Catherine Chaulet of Global DMC PartnersCheck out our three most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi Collen, Director of Meetings and Events at Great ClipsEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey of Matey EventsFor additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.comCheck out our 3 most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi CollenEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Simon Burton, the Founder, Owner, and CEO of Exposure Communications and awards agency Iconify. Join them as they discuss:Challenges involved with planning award ceremoniesNew and emerging technologiesThe changing expectations of audiencesThe importance of clear signposting Hybrid eventsAnd much more!Simon Burton is the Founder, Owner, and CEO of Exposure Communications, a creative communications agency that is “part PR company, part consultancy, part network, part ideas factory”. Exposure Communications events are characterized by high quality content, clear focus, innovative marketing, and passionate engagement. Simon is also Founder and CEO of Iconify, an awards show organizer, and an advisor for InGo.Me, a marketing agency. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, instructions on how to do this are here.Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Nick Borelli of Zenus Inc, Jonathan Kazarian of Accelevents, Mahoganey Jones of Event Specialists Inc, Sarah James of Live Nation, Kim Washington of NBA, Jacob Zucker of Morgan Stanley, Carrie Davenport of Altria and Catherine Chaulet of Global DMC PartnersCheck out our three most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi Collen, Director of Meetings and Events at Great ClipsEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey of Matey EventsFor additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.comCheck out our 3 most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi CollenEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Mark Harrison, the founder of MH3 Group. Join them as they discuss The evolution of SBX Academy and its goals of inspiring individuals, improving education, and building communityThe importance of removing barriersFostering meaningful connectionsPromoting innovation in the event industry. How true innovation comes from a place of freedom and creativityAnd more!Mark Harrison is a public speaker and the founder of The T1 Agency, sponsorshipX and MH3 Group. MH3 Group is a group of ventures that includes advertising, sponsorship marketing, and integrated communications, and education. The aim of MH3 Group is to imagine “a world where entrepreneurial passion and purpose comes to life”. Mark is also the founder of Black Talent Initiative, Park Street Education, and sponsorshipX. He is a Member of the Board of Directors for The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, The JUNO Awards, Playmaker Capital, and Big Brothers Little Sisters of Toronto. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, instructions on how to do this are here.Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Nick Borelli of Zenus Inc, Jonathan Kazarian of Accelevents, Mahoganey Jones of Event Specialists Inc, Sarah James of Live Nation, Kim Washington of NBA, Jacob Zucker of Morgan Stanley, Carrie Davenport of Altria and Catherine Chaulet of Global DMC PartnersCheck out our three most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi Collen, Director of Meetings and Events at Great ClipsEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey of Matey EventsFor additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.comCheck out our 3 most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi CollenEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Victoria Matey, co-founder of Matey Events. Join them as they explore: The concept of event psychologyHow psychology can impact event planningSecret attendeesThe value of feedbackHow understanding different personality types can enhance the attendee experienceAnd much more!Victoria Matey has over nineteen years experience in the events industry, has authored a book called 10 Principles of Strategic Event Planning, and hosts the What If I Told You..? event psychology podcast. She also co-founded Matey Events, which specializes in event psychology training and consulting, and event review and content development. Matey Events runs an online course called ‘Event Psychology Lab, Using Science to Create Remarkable Events'. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, instructions on how to do this are here.Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Nick Borelli of Zenus Inc, Jonathan Kazarian of Accelevents, Mahoganey Jones of Event Specialists Inc, Sarah James of Live Nation, Kim Washington of NBA, Jacob Zucker of Morgan Stanley, Carrie Davenport of Altria and Catherine Chaulet of Global DMC PartnersCheck out our three most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi Collen, Director of Meetings and Events at Great ClipsEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey of Matey EventsFor additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.comCheck out our 3 most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi CollenEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Janice Cardinale, the founder of Event Minds Matter.Join them as they explore: Mental health and wellbeing in the events industry The challenges of creating a caring culture Practical steps towards offering help Changing attitudes towards mental health Janice’s "Hello, My Name is Human” campaign And more!Janice Cardinale is the founder of Event Minds Matter, a community of event professionals that build spaces to amplify the industry's conversation on mental health and wellbeing. In 2024, they aim to mandate mental health training through associations and online training courses. In 1985, Janice founded Cardinale Creative, an agency dedicated to “branded storytelling, organizational communications, and authentic content production”. She’s just been listed as one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Events, and one of BizBash’s 15 over 50.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, instructions on how to do this are here.Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Nick Borelli of Zenus Inc, Jonathan Kazarian of Accelevents, Mahoganey Jones of Event Specialists Inc, Sarah James of Live Nation, Kim Washington of NBA, Jacob Zucker of Morgan Stanley, Carrie Davenport of Altria and Catherine Chaulet of Global DMC PartnersCheck out our three most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi Collen, Director of Meetings and Events at Great ClipsEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey of Matey EventsFor additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.comCheck out our 3 most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi CollenEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Jonathan Kazarian, founder and CEO of Accelevents. Join them as they explore: The challenges of event technologyThe shift towards virtual eventsWhy high production value mattersThe future of business eventsEvent marketers’ evolving roles The challenges of attracting young professionals to the industryAnd more!Jonathan Kazarian is the founder and CEO of Accelevents, an event technology company that provides a one-stop solution for managing virtual, hybrid, and in-person events. Trusted by 12,500 organizations worldwide, the platform can efficiently manage events from start to finish with 24/7 customer support. Jonathan is also the co-founder of The Fall Formal in Boston, an annual event that supports Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The event has currently raised over $650,000. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, instructions on how to do this are here.Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Nick Borelli of Zenus Inc, Jonathan Kazarian of Accelevents, Mahoganey Jones of Event Specialists Inc, Sarah James of Live Nation, Kim Washington of NBA, Jacob Zucker of Morgan Stanley, Carrie Davenport of Altria and Catherine Chaulet of Global DMC PartnersCheck out our three most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi Collen, Director of Meetings and Events at Great ClipsEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey of Matey EventsFor additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.comCheck out our 3 most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi CollenEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.