Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast

Welcome back to another episode of Production Value Matters with Matthew Byrne! This time, he’s joined by Kerry-Anne Hamilton, Director of Events at #paid. Join them as they: Explore why hiring the right people is a key driver of successHighlight the value of in-person events Weigh up why many companies struggle with events Talk about practical tips for measuring ROI In nine years, Kerry-Anne Hamilton has climbed the ladder from a Marketing Account Executive at TRIUMPH Hospitality Group, to a Directorship at #paid, who are leading the creator marketing movement by empowering creators to build careers they love. Over the course of her two-year career at #paid, Kerry-Anne has revamped all existing event infrastructure, generated millions of dollars in pipeline through owned unique experiences, and grown existing partnerships through thoughtful ABM tactics. She has also been an attendee of Young Women in Business since December 2014. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts, 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 Carrie Davenport, the Lead Event Manager at Altria. Join them as they: Discuss the evolving landscape of event managementExplore insights into creating excellent eventsHighlight the importance of compelling contentConsider industry trends such as diversity, technology, and the rise of Chief Events Officers.And more!Carrie Davenport has over twenty years experience as a meetings and events strategist for military, medical, and corporate entities. She is currently the Lead Event Manager at Altria, who aim to responsibly lead the transition of adult smokers to a smoke-free future via their portfolio of tobacco products. Carrie is also the Co-Founder of the Association of Women in Events, an inclusive community that elevates women in business. She was named among the ‘100 Most Influential People in the Meetings Industry 2022’ by EventEx Awards, and ‘Changemaker of the Year’ in 2021 and 2019 by MeetingsNet Magazine. Carrie is working on her first book, Face it till You Make It.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 Kate Swick, Director of Corporate Events at Vena Solutions. Join them as they: Discuss the importance of the attendee experience in post-COVID eventsHighlight strategies to provide value to attendeesExplain why staying updated with evolving technologies is so important Weigh up the value of virtual events Explore practical steps for event professionals to enhance their events And much more!Kate Swick has spent the past twenty-four years working in events. After working as a Production Coordinator for the Niagara Seafood Gala and Managing National Events at Supply Chain Canada, she is now Director of Corporate Events at Vena Solutions. She is highly experienced in live and virtual events, event production, and media planning. Kate also has an excellent understanding of change management, remote technology, and website management.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts, 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.

Welcome back to another episode of Production Value Matters with Matthew Byrne! This time, he’s joined by James Fleege, founder and CEO of GoInspo. Join them as they:Talk about the key qualities to look for in an event staffing companyExplore ways to build strong client relationshipsHighlight strategies to tackle labor shortagesDiscuss useful AI tools for event staffingJames Fleege is the founder and CEO of GoInspo, an event staffing agency that provides clients with the tools they need to produce exceptional events and films. GoInspo aims to leave a lasting impression on audiences through “top-quality work that exceeds our clients' expectations”. James founded Shred Fest, an all-inclusive event that celebrates skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, live music, and more. He also was named in Biz Bash’s 40 under 40 list.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts, 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.

Welcome back to another episode of Production Value Matters with Matthew Byrne! This time, he’s joined by Fransiska Weckesser, CEO and Co-Founder of TVCF.Join them as they: Discuss choosing the right clientsExplore the challenges faced by event professionalsHighlight the importance of sticking to plans.Talk about creativity and high production quality in event marketingFransiska Weckesser is CEO and Co-Founder of The very creative firm (TVCF), a creative agency based in Los Angeles, operating nationally and globally. TVCF specializes in large-scale live shows, events, and video production from concept to execution, and has worked with the likes of Louis Vuitton, BMW, Adidas, and more. Fransiska is also a board member at Visionary Women, a social impact organization that drives change for issues facing women and girls.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts, 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 Jodi Collen, Director of Meetings and Events at Great Clips.Join them as they:Explore the evolving events industryHighlight the importance of aligning event value with attendee objectivesDiscuss the impact of technologyAnd much more!Jodi is the Director of Meetings and Events at Great Clips, a Minneapolis-based company and the “world's largest” salon brand. Gaining notoriety for its collection of franchises, Great Clips has more than 4,000 salons across Canada and the USA. Jodi became a Certified Special Events Professional with the International Live Events Association (ILEA); she still works alongside the ILEA in various roles, having been its International President from 2015 to 2016. 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 Catherine Chaulet, President and CEO of Global DMC Partners. Join them as they:Explore Global DMC’s Pulse SurveyDelve into strategies for managing costsHighlight sustainability best practices Discuss current challengesAnd more!Catherine is the President and CEO of Global DMC Partners, a global network of independent destination management companies and sales advisors. Global DMC Partners promises to always deliver one-of-a-kind programs and events and a singular standard of excellence wherever clients choose to go in the world. Catherine is also a French trade advisor for the Conseillers au Commerce Extérieur de la France, where she provides governments with her recommendations about the travel, meeting and incentives industries, sponsors small companies in their international expansion, and educates young people about international trade careers. 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.

Welcome back to another episode of Production Value Matters with Matthew Byrne! This time, he’s joined by Deanna Vollmer, the current Director of Events and Customer Experience at Questex.Join them as they:  ●        Discuss the impact of cultural differences on events●        Outline how to bridge the technological gap●        Advocate for mental health for event professionals●        Find the work life balance●        Highlight how to create to a safe space in the events industryDeanna Vollmer is the current Director of Events and Customer Experience at Questex, where she's been leading the way in content rich experiences for over two years. She started out by planning meetings and slowly but surely worked her way to the top of the events world. Recently, she has been a firm advocate for event professionals’ mental health.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts, 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.

Welcome back to another episode of Production Value Matters with Matthew Byrne! This time, he’s joined by Mahoganey Jones, Founder and CEO of Event Specialists. Together, they discuss the rising importance of including impactful content at events, unpack the growing economic impact the events industry has, and explain why collaboration is the key to success. Long Summary: Welcome back to another episode of Production Value Matters with Matthew Byrne! This time, he’s joined by Mahoganey Jones, Founder and CEO of Event Specialists.Join them as they:Discuss the rising importance of content in the events industry Highlight the events industry's contribution to global economic growthExplain what the Zone of Genius means when planning events Navigate current challenges and empower event professionalsUnpack how collaboration leads to event success Mahoganey is the Founder and CEO of one of Canada’s premiere Event Management and Production Firms, Event Specialists. She creates stress-free, tech-driven events that bring impact and build memories. Over the last seventeen years, she has worked with a host of Fortune 500 companies and trade associations, and she is the first Canadian Event professional to become a Certified Digital Event Strategist. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts, 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 both Leanne Calderwood, Trainer, Course Creator and Professional Speaker and Mark Awad, Director of Business Development at bb Blanc.Join them as they:Discuss the uncompensated creative process Challenge industry norms that surround the expectation of free services Evaluate the role of associations in advocating for event professionals Champion education around the events industryOutline how to charge for creative work Rethink the design service in the proposal processLeanne Calderwood is a personal branding and LinkedIn expert who runs her own branding services agency. She is a Trainer, Course Creator and Professional Speaker with over 25 years of working in the events industry for worldwide brands including the Four Seasons. Mike Awad is the Director of Business Development at bb Blanc Inc. with over 17 years of experience in the events industry. During this time, Mark has managed trade shows & exhibit programs and experiential activations for a variety of corporations and reputable brands across North America.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts, 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.