Better Events

Better Events

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Better Events episodes

  • 6 - How to Handle RFPs (Request for Proposals) with Vanessa Loney

    We're joined by Vanessa Loney, Head of Global Planning for Blue Ribbon Events. Vanessa has overseen some of the most elaborate festivals, corporate events and social galas for a client list that includes celebrities, business executives and non-profits. In today's episode, Vanessa will guide us on how to get more business with RFPs (Request for Proposals) and you, our listeners, will come away knowing how to structure your RFPs and how to find them. We are pleased to have Vanessa as a guest of the Better Events Podcast!

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    Follow Vanessa here:

    LinkedIn

    Facebook

    Instagram

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    Questions or topic suggestions? Email [email protected]

    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:

    @bettereventspod

    @loganstrategygroup (Logan)

    @epeventsllc (Mary)

    CHECK OUT OUR BEHIND THE SCENES RECORDINGS ON YOUTUBE!

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

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    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support
    33 min
  • 5 - What is a Run of Show and Why Does Your Event Need It?

    In today's episode, we're going to dive into your Run of Show/your ROS/timeline and how to build it and use it in your event.

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    Check out Logan's Blog post and YouTube video about this topic!

    Exclusive listener giveaway: Email us for a copy of a Run of Show template!

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    Questions or topic suggestions? Email [email protected]

    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:

    @bettereventspod

    @loganstrategygroup (Logan)

    @epeventsllc (Mary)

    CHECK OUT OUR BEHIND THE SCENES RECORDINGS ON YOUTUBE!

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

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    This episode is sponsored by
    · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support
    34 min
  • 4 - Fundraising Event Strategies for Non-Profits

    In today's episode, you'll learn about strategies to utilize when planning your fundraising event and come away with tangible tips on how to get started. Mary and Logan tackle the best kind of fundraisers to do and if fundraisers really are the best way to raise funds. 

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    Our favorite fundraising event platforms: Auctria, Pledgeling, One Cause, Greater Giving, and Charity Auctions Today 

    Questions about fundraising platforms? Reach out at our email below! 

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    Questions or topic suggestions? Email [email protected]

    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:

    @bettereventspod

    @loganstrategygroup (Logan)

    @epeventsllc (Mary)

    CHECK OUT OUR BEHIND THE SCENES RECORDINGS ON YOUTUBE!

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

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    This episode is sponsored by
    · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support
    33 min
  • 3 - COVID Compliance at Hybrid Events with Jaclyn Sobel

    We're joined by Jaclyn from Plan Me Away LLC as she shares how to stay COVID compliant at hybrid events. Jaclyn, based out of LA, has over 20 years of experience in event production and business operations and we are pleased to have her as a guest of the Better Events Podcast! 

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    - Follow Jaclyn @planmeaway on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter and learn more about her services at planmeaway.co

    **Disclaimer: Check your CDC guidelines, we are not medical professionals. 

    - CDC Guidelines for large gathering (check your state and county rules for more in depth guidance)

    - COVID Compliance Officer information 

    - Events Council Guidelines

    - Appendix J (referred to in episode)

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    Questions or topic suggestions? Email [email protected]

    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:

    @bettereventspod

    @loganstrategygroup (Logan)

    @epeventsllc (Mary)

    CHECK OUT OUR BEHIND THE SCENES RECORDINGS ON YOUTUBE!

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

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    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support
    32 min
  • 2 - Starting with Why & Finding Your Event NorthStar

    In today's episode, you'll learn more about your why / your events North Star and how you can apply it to your planning process to create better events! 

    Logan's Blog post

    Email Mary for her event Marketing/Communications Timeline Template.

    Check your internet speed at https://fast.com.

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    Questions or topic suggestions? Email [email protected]

    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:

    @bettereventspod

    @loganstrategygroup (Logan)

    @epeventsllc (Mary)

    CHECK OUT OUR BEHIND THE SCENES RECORDINGS ON YOUTUBE!

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

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    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support
    31 min
  • 1 - What Is the Better Events Podcast?

    What is this podcast? Who are your hosts? What can you expect in this podcast? What will you gain by listening to this podcast? Take a listen to find out!

    Logan's favorite clipboard linked here.

    Our favorite project management tools: Toggl or ClickUp

    Mary's favorite caterer/food presentation: Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream

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    Questions or topic suggestions? Email [email protected]

    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:

    @bettereventspod

    @loganstrategygroup (Logan)

    @epeventsllc (Mary)

    CHECK OUT OUR BEHIND THE SCENES RECORDINGS ON YOUTUBE!

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

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    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support
    30 min
  • Trailer: Better Events

    Welcome to the "Better Events" podcast! Join two event strategists, Logan Clements and Mary Davidson, who believe we can all create, host and attend better events.

    In this podcast you will:

    1. Learn about event strategy and actions that you can use today as an event host, planner, or manager,

    2. Hear directly from the people who are creating innovative and inspiring events today and tomorrow
    3. And Grow your business along the way!

    Now let's get started and thanks for listening to the "Better Events" podcast.

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    SHOW NOTES: 

    Questions or topic suggestions? Email [email protected]  

    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @bettereventspod @loganstrategygroup_events (Logan) @epeventsllc (Mary)  

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    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support
    4 min

About Better Events

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Welcome to the "Better Events" podcast! Join two event planners and producers, Logan Clements and Mary Davidson, who believe we can all create, host and attend better events. In this podcast you…

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