Better Events

In this episode, we're breaking out our crystal balls to predict the future of the event industry. Join us as we talk about what we've learned in the last year and how you can stay ahead of the event trends in the future.

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@loganstrategygroup (Logan)

@epeventsllc (Mary)

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We're joined by Anca from Trifan Events and the Events Demystified podcast as she shares all about hybrid event production, how to create a polished hybrid event, and how to decide if hybrid events are right for you. We are pleased to have Anca as a guest of the Better Events Podcast!

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- Follow Anca here:

Website: https://treefanevents.com/hybrid-event-services/

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treefan_events/

Podcast: https://eventsdemystified.com/

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In this episode, you'll learn more about how you can incorporate contingency planning into your events and why it's so important.

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Bonus tip: Allseated - A great floor planning platform! 

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In this episode, you'll learn more about what an event planner/producer does. Whether you are in the event industry, interested in getting started in the industry, or just want to learn more about what we do, this episode is for you!

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We're joined by Jess Keener, of Jess Keener Photography. Jess has been an entrepreneur for the past 13 years running a photography business called Jessica Keener Photography, specializing in portraits and event photography. She is currently starting a new business, Palate Cookies, baking a variety of creative cookies with an exploratory palette of flavors. In today's episode, Jess will guide you on being authentic while building your brand.

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Follow Jess here:

@jesskeenerphoto 

@palatecookies 

@keenoncolor  

@keenerchronicles

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In this episode, you'll learn more about how you can manage stress and come away knowing that you're not alone and that we all need a reminder to take care of our personal needs.

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Why you should try new things - Logan's Blog Post

Is stress good or bad? Article 1, Article 2

Book Recommendation: Why We Sleep

Gretchen Rubin's 4 Tendencies Quiz and the Happiness Project book

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In this episode, you'll learn more about upgrading your own virtual setup and how to complete your own speaker tech check and come away with platform and tool suggestions to improve how you present yourself professionally in the virtual world.

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Learn more about our workshop we present on this topic!

Our favorite video of the year: Lawyer Zoom Cat

Top 4 platforms for virtual events/streaming: Zoom, Streamyard, OBS, Youtube Live

Top 3 tools to upgrade your virtual setup: Ring Light, USB Microphone, Ethernet Cable

Check your internet speed at fast.com

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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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LinkedIn

Facebook

Instagram

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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]

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@loganstrategygroup (Logan)

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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)

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