Bollotta-FIDE

Enjoy this bonus episode. Last week Bollotta-FIDE had the honor of a second interview with Mike Lee (MindShift Labs) and after their conversation Mike indulged the Bollotta-philes in an Q&A with some of the statements from their original chat in 2022. (Ep 73. A Shift of Mind(fulness) with MIKE LEE) Now 5 years post-pandemic insights have shifted and some have stayed the same. Enjoy.

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Anthony and Alex are back at the helm of another Bollotta-FIDE and they had the pleasure of bringing back Speaker, Leadership Coach and Best Selling Author, CEO of MindShift Labs MIKE LEE. On Mike's first appearance we learned about his Keynote Speaking and how emotional challenges lead to the start of his business journey (See episode 73. A Shift of Mind(fulness) with Mike Lee) and now Mike returns as author on his new book, "New Rules for the Future of Leadership". The group get deeper into what his experiences have blossomed into now. Taking the stress of the world and pushing forward and creating success and quieting down all the noise (like from smart phones) and creating a higher level of awareness and leading with intention. Shift in and Listen Up.

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Bollotta-FIDE is finally back with our first episode of 2025. Anthony and Alex catch up on and talk about a new gig Anthony has taken on this year as the teacher "Live Events in Entertainment" class at San Diego State University for the semester. Joining the conversation today is the Director of Events at the Forward Hospitality Group. FowardHG has 17 venues in 5 major markets where Rick is flexing his experience and passion in special events via sales and event production in the corporate, social and public arenas. They chat about Forward Hospitality Group's themed venues and creative concepts with their impeccable attention to detail, day-to-day up keep, and flair for high-end experiences. They also get into some of Rick's personal history working for industry greats like Andrea Michaels of Extraordinary Events and how the pandemic changed the course of his professional life and his volunteer work with the SEARCH Organization helping those in the event community in need. Listen now.

Plan an Event with Rick at and See the Venue Concepts https://www.forwardhg.com/

Learn more about the SEARCH FOUNDATION at searchfoundation.org

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It's the holiday season and Anthony and Alex kick things off with some chatter about Alex's turn this holiday season at Mrs. Claus. Joining the conversation is the Founder of Cirque Quirk and Allenby Art, NATHANIAL ALLENBY. The Bollotta-philes get to talking to Nathanial about his path from college dropout to Europe that lead to performance and eventually founding his own company. Hear about how Nathanial has become a sovereign person and performer and how he has changed his way of thinking to benefit his relationships, businesses and performances. A perfect and uplifting message before the new year. Enjoy.

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Anthony and Alex kick things off this week with some chatter about the holidays (it's was Thanksgiving when they sat down and recorded this. On this epiosde Andrew Johnson from the band Full Strength returns and brings frontman Tyler Hazen along for the fun. Full Strength has been voted San Diego's Best Cover Band for 5 years running not only because of how skillful they play but also because of the heart they put into their performances. Hear about how playing in casinos and corporate gigs has expanded their repertoire (and how rehearsals are still important). They also talk about being diplomatic leaders in a large ensemble full of talent and good ideas, keeping crowds engaged, and the business side of things.

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Bollotta-FIDE takes an audio-trip to the heartland for the holidays this week and lands in DES MOINES! Tracy White President and CEO of InnovativEvents rejoins the conversation (find her on the MEETING GOAL$ episode). Tracy has created a new tradition in Iowa called the "HOLIDAY HULLABALOO" an indoor family oriented extravaganza with attractions like Mrs Claus's Kitchen, Santa Command Center, Socks Skating Rink (& more) and she gives an overview on the experience and what to expect. The trio also get into Tracy's work on the nonprofit experience called the Bubble Ball benefitting ChildServe- the bubble wrap themed fashion show that keeps crowd entertained while doing good. All this and more industry chat. Listen NOW!

Get tickets for the HOLIDAY HULLABALOO https://www.holidayhullabaloo.com/ NOW!

Book Tracy for your event: https://innovativevents.com/

Get info about BUBBLE BALL and how to donate or participate: https://www.childserve.org/bubbleball/

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This is the SECOND part of our 2 part chat with the one and only, Jaclyn Bernstein(EMPIRE FORCE EVENTS). If you haven't heard part one that is fine this will all make sense (but part one is really good). They talk about the logistics of installing and event in NYC. What the "push" means. EVERY client has a hot button. Negotiations? Budget? Deadlines? Anthony and Alex even get to asking which NYC Landmarks has Empire Force Events produced at. Catch up and catch on!

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Bollotta-FIDE is back with a new season and new interviews with your favs! Jaclyn Bernstein(EMPIRE FORCE EVENTS) is back to talk all things NYC (and Brooklyn and boroughs and...) Anthony and Alex have come up with a quiz with a potpourri of random NYC facts for some fun conversation starters and Jaclyn is the perfect podcast guest. Follow along for the fun and come back next week for part 2 where the trio get a little more (event) professional and into the nitty gritty of event planning in NYC.

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This week Anthony kicks things off with a Jane Fonda inspired special TIPSY all about "FINDING YOUR FIT!" which is quite fitting with the very Bollotta-FIDE guest we have this week! Angela Minardi (Founder and Chief Experience Officer) of FIT CITY ADVENTURES. Angela talks about the moments that inspired her to move away from a career in marketing and create a business that works with corporations activations with emphasis on fitness, health, wellness and adventure! We hear about the latest trends like "ZEN DENS", "Moving Meditation" and parasympathetic exercises. Enjoy.

Connect with Angela: https://fitcityadventures.com/

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Please enjoy this mini episode with the wonderful, Laura Schwartz. Last time she was on the Bollotta-philes got so caught up in the convo that we never got to the 5. Now Laura is back to answer the Bollotta-FIDE FIVE. What is Laura's Golden Rule? What is that one daily habit that contributes to her success? What does she tell herself when no one is around? What is one change she wants to see in the world? Finally, what is LAURA SCHWARTZ's WHY? Enjoy this episode and don't forget to connect with Laura at the link below.

Connect with Laura https://lauraschwartzlive.com/

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