Event Masters

In this episode, event industry veteran Derrick Salisbury reflects on his 30+ year career managing transport operations at major events like the Olympics and FIFA World Cup. Derrick discusses lessons learned on teamwork, overcoming challenges, and the importance of focusing on the athlete/guest experience. He emphasizes the people he's worked with over the years who shaped his approach and talks about the need to mentor future generations. 

In this episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews event planning veteran Maureen Sweeney about her decades of experience organizing high-profile events around the world. They discuss Maureen's unlikely entry into event planning through historical reenactments to the Olympic Games, the importance of networking and mentorship, managing crises like VIPs getting lost on the way to the opening ceremony, acquiring new skills with each event, and embracing the constant need to problem-solve and change plans at the last minute.

In this episode, host Christian Napier interviews Bev Carey about her 20+ year career working on major events like the Olympics, Super Bowl, World Athletics Championships, and more. They discuss her journey from advertising to Salt Lake 2002, the importance of mentors, overcoming imposter syndrome, the challenges of delivering complex events, and the need to find life balance. Carey also shares advice for those looking to get into events - jump in, ask questions, and build relationships.

In the inaugural episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews Leonardo Cohen, a veteran of over 20 major events spanning two decades. They discuss Leo's start in events at the 2007 Pan American Games in Rio, his work around the world, biggest career challenges and achievements, advice for newcomers, and goosebump moments. Leo offers insight into adapting across cultures, the importance of relationships, and pursuing new ventures while continuing his event work.