Better Events

In this episode, we're coming to you from the 2023 MPI Cascadia Educational Conference in Blaine Washington. The MPI Cascadia Educational Conference (CEC) is a joint regional conference for the Oregon and Washington State Chapters of Meeting Professionals International. Cascadia features educational breakouts, motivating keynotes, and opportunities for meeting planners and suppliers to network and connect in the hosted buyer program and the trade show.

We sit down with planners, suppliers, and conference organizers about what they're excited about for the future of events, what they learned at this year's Cascadia conference, and how they like to recharge.

SHOW NOTES

Learn more about Cascadia: https://mpicascadia.net/agenda-2023/

Read about our session at Cascadia: https://mpicascadia.net/session/event-planner-hot-takes-trends-unpopular-opinions-and-more/

Learn about James Spellos (several attendees' top takeaway): https://mpicascadia.net/speaker/james-spellos/

Logan's Go-To Onsite Bag: https://amzn.to/3Yt6ZTa

Submit Your Answers/Questions for the 100th Episode: https://forms.gle/WycG4uzoTgd75jwZ8

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Connect with Mary:

Website: https://epevents.org/

Instagram: @epeventsllc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryrosedavidson/ 

Connect with Logan: 

Websinte: https://www.loganstrategygroup.com/

Instagram: @loganstrategygroup_events

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loganclements/

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This week’s episode features YOU, our Better Events community! We answer your questions from updates on our run of show to how we pick which events to volunteer/network and suggestions for nonprofit fundraisers. 

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Submit Your Questions for the Mailbag & 100th Episode Submission Form: https://forms.gle/WycG4uzoTgd75jwZ8

SCORE (Free small business resources): https://www.score.org/

Want our Run of Show (ROS) Template? Send us an email at [email protected]

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THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!

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In this week's episode of the Better Events podcast, we talk with Will Curran about this year's event trends and trends of the future. He shares a refreshing perspective on some trends you might have heard of before and new ones that weren't even on our radar. Learn who sets these trends, why event trends are important, and how you can apply them to your event.

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SHOW NOTES:

Submit Your Answers for the 100th Episode Submission Form: https://forms.gle/WycG4uzoTgd75jwZ8

Join the Event Profs Community that Will created, via our affiliate link: https://www.eventprofscommunity.com/?via=bettereventspod

Will's Event Trends Blog: https://helloendless.com/event-trends-2023/

Feedly: https://feedly.com/

Connect with Will

Website: www.helloendless.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/willcurran

Instagram: @itswillcurran

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SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bettereventspod

THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!

Leave us a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/04ivq77TMgF5HhJHJOMe1V

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In this episode, we're talking about the tough, stressful but honestly expected moments that happen throughout the event planning and production process. We share our stories, how we approach conflict and challenges in events, and offer some tips as you work through your style.

SHOW NOTES:

Submit Your Questions for the Mailbag & 100th Episode Submission Form: https://forms.gle/WycG4uzoTgd75jwZ8

Episode 15: Emphasizing Hospitality in Events with Laura Yarbrough - https://open.spotify.com/episode/10jK8ZizeOLpIahO3AsSU5?si=swZgSNGxSp2hrIoIFdqaIg

Connect with Mary:

Website: https://epevents.org/

Instagram: @epeventsllc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryrosedavidson/ 

Connect with Logan: 

Websinte: https://www.loganstrategygroup.com/

Instagram: @loganstrategygroup_events

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loganclements/

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SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bettereventspod

THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!

Leave us a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/04ivq77TMgF5HhJHJOMe1V

Leave us a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-events/id1561944117

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@loganstrategygroup_events (Logan)

@epeventsllc (Mary)

In this episode, we're going over event verbiage/event terms - from ROS and BEOs to - there is so much jargon with every industry so let's dive into some of the common terms, acronyms, and phrases we come across in the event world.

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SHOW NOTES:

Submit Your Questions for the Mailbag & 100th Episode Submission Form: https://forms.gle/WycG4uzoTgd75jwZ8

Terms/Verbiage We Discuss: A/V, Attrition rate, BEO, Break down/load out/strike, Confidence Monitor/DSM, CC, CMP, Change Order, DDR, DMO/DMC, Fam Trip, Gamification, Green Room, Honorarium, Hybrid, In the Round, Livestream, MC/emcee/Master of Ceremonies, MICE, MPI, OBS, PIP, RFP, ROS, ROI, RTMP, Radio etiquette, Script, Showflow, Speaker Timer, TRT, VPN, VOG, ++

Additional Terms: https://spotme.com/blog/event-planning-terms-glossary/

Episode 6 - How to Handle RFPs with Vanessa Loney: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4aQGvI3bM9uefwtd8rsaKE?si=-pWDyGe3TG6Uq1Npq1coWg 

Connect with Mary:

Website: https://epevents.org/

Instagram: @epeventsllc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryrosedavidson/ 

Connect with Logan: 

Websinte: https://www.loganstrategygroup.com/

Instagram: @loganstrategygroup_events

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loganclements/

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SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bettereventspod

THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!

Leave us a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/04ivq77TMgF5HhJHJOMe1V

Leave us a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-events/id1561944117

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@loganstrategygroup_events (Logan)

@epeventsllc (Mary)

In this week's episode of the Better Events podcast, we have a chat with Casey Catherwood, professional host, entertainer, and artist, about what makes a great MC/event host. From sharing his favorite events to tips for how emcees can engage with the audience, there's something for event pros and planners alike.

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SHOW NOTES:

Submit Your Questions for the Mailbag & 100th Episode Submission Form: https://forms.gle/WycG4uzoTgd75jwZ8

Connect with Casey:

Website: caseycatherwood.com

Instagram: @caseycatherwod

Twitter: @caseycatherwood

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/casey.catherwood

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SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bettereventspod

THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!

Leave us a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/04ivq77TMgF5HhJHJOMe1V

Leave us a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-events/id1561944117

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@loganstrategygroup_events (Logan)

@epeventsllc (Mary)

One of the keys to success as a freelancer or business owner is building consistent business. We talk through how we plan out our year business and event-wise, the importance of repeat clients, combating burnout and more.

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SHOW NOTES:

JANUARY 2023 SURVEY LINK: https://b5074ntfg57.typeform.com/to/m528Ajbj

Thank you for taking 5-10 minutes to fill out the survey, we love hearing from you and your feedback is so valuable for helping us continue to create quality content!

Episode 8: How to Manage Stress: https://open.spotify.com/episode/614GcdcWYJTUyt3bOq5Ngk?si=OfjLdfcAThuCDuL1iBMAuQ

Connect with Mary:

Website: https://epevents.org/

Instagram: @epeventsllc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryrosedavidson/

Connect with Logan:

Websinte: https://www.loganstrategygroup.com/

Instagram: @loganstrategygroup_events

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loganclements/

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SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bettereventspod

THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!

Leave us a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/04ivq77TMgF5HhJHJOMe1V

Leave us a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-events/id1561944117

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@loganstrategygroup_events (Logan)

@epeventsllc (Mary)

January is the perfect time to reflect on past goals and set new ones for the new year. As a follow-up to Episode 86 where we looked back at 2022, we are now looking at our goals, old and new. First, we look back at how we did on our 2022 goals and set new ones for 2023. This episode is a great exercise for you to reflect on your year and think about what you want to have experienced in the next calendar year.

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SHOW NOTES:

JANUARY 2023 SURVEY LINK: https://b5074ntfg57.typeform.com/to/m528Ajbj

Thank you for taking 5-10 minutes to fill out the survey, we love hearing from you and your feedback is so valuable for helping us continue to create quality content!

Listen back to last year's Goal Setting Episode (Ep. 36): https://hospitality.fm/show/episode/36-2022-goal-setting-for-you-and-your-business/

Logan's Zoom Masterclass (on-demand or live in January 2023) - https://www.loganstrategygroup.com/workshops

Passion Planner (Logan's referral link): RWRD.IO/NWJ5XI2?C

Whiteboard (aka Chalkboard) method: https://beingboss.club/podcast/episode-79-chalkboard-method

Connect with Mary:

Website: https://epevents.org/

Instagram: @epeventsllc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryrosedavidson/

Connect with Logan:

Websinte: https://www.loganstrategygroup.com/

Instagram: @loganstrategygroup_events

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loganclements/

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SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bettereventspod

THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!

Leave us a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/04ivq77TMgF5HhJHJOMe1V

Leave us a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-events/id1561944117

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@loganstrategygroup_events (Logan)

@epeventsllc (Mary)

In this week's episode of the Better Events podcast, we sit down with Meg Strahle, a Sustainability Manager at the Bulb. Meg shares with us her take on the state of the event industry and accessibility, why it's important, and tips for how you can keep accessibility top of mind in your planning process.

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SHOW NOTES:

JANUARY 2023 SURVEY LINK: https://b5074ntfg57.typeform.com/to/m528Ajbj

Meryl Evans' LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/meryl/

Americans with Disabilities Act - Planning Guide: https://adata.org/guide/planning-guide-making-temporary-events-accessible-people-disabilities

Ability Jobs - https://abilityjobs.com/

Accessibility.com - http://accessibility.com/

Connect with Meg:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/megstrahle

Website: https://www.thebulb.eco

Instagram: @megstrahle

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:

https://autisticadvocacy.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Accessible-Event-Planning.pdf

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SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bettereventspod

THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!

Leave us a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/04ivq77TMgF5HhJHJOMe1V

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@loganstrategygroup_events (Logan)

@epeventsllc (Mary)

Welcome to Season 3 of the Better Events podcast! We are kicking off the new year and new season of the podcast with a reflection back on last year and sharing all of our lessons learned. We talk about all things business, running an event planning company, and growing as event professionals.

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SHOW NOTES:

JANUARY 2023 SURVEY LINK: https://b5074ntfg57.typeform.com/to/m528Ajbj

Thank you for taking 5-10 minutes to fill out the survey, we love hearing from you and your feedback is so valuable for helping us continue to create quality content!

Logan's Zoom Masterclass (on-demand or live in January 2023) - https://www.loganstrategygroup.com/workshops

Passion Planner (Logan's referral link): RWRD.IO/NWJ5XI2?C

Connect with Mary:

Website: https://epevents.org/

Instagram: @epeventsllc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryrosedavidson/

Connect with Logan:

Websinte: https://www.loganstrategygroup.com/

Instagram: @loganstrategygroup_events

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loganclements/

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SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bettereventspod

THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!

Leave us a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/04ivq77TMgF5HhJHJOMe1V

Leave us a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-events/id1561944117

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FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:

@bettereventspod

@loganstrategygroup_events (Logan)

@epeventsllc (Mary)