High Profit Event Show

On this episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez welcomes Vinnie Fisher, founder of Mentor Academy, serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and seasoned event leader. With over 50 live events under his belt and a track record of building multiple 7- and 8-figure companies, Vinnie brings a level of clarity and wisdom that every event leader needs to hear. As someone who transitioned from practicing law to full-time entrepreneurship in 2007, Vinnie has since dedicated his life to helping others build businesses that are both profitable and purpose-driven. His most recent venture, Mentor Academy, is designed specifically for second-career professionals—typically around age 45—who have the wisdom and expertise but need the structure and systems to thrive as coaches and mentors.

Throughout this insightful conversation, Rudy and Vinnie dive deep into the three major themes that event leaders must master if they want to succeed in today’s environment. First, they discuss The Power of Precision: Dialing in the “Who” Before the “How.” Vinnie explains that one of the biggest mistakes event hosts make is trying to appeal to everyone. Instead, he encourages leaders to define their exact audience—right down to age, experience level, and goals—and then build every part of their event around serving that specific person. Vinnie shares his own experience refining his messaging to speak directly to 45-year-old professionals looking to transition into coaching, which dramatically increased his event conversions and client retention.

Next, they explore the idea of Curation Over Crowds: Why a Smaller, Qualified Room Wins Every Time. Vinnie makes a compelling case that a curated room filled with the right people creates more organic flow, better engagement, and ultimately stronger long-term relationships. In fact, he suggests that the more you curate, the less rigid your agenda needs to be. Rather than worrying about numbers, the focus should be on alignment—on making sure each seat is filled by someone who truly belongs.

Lastly, the conversation turns to Value Over Hype: Ethical Enrollment That Builds Long-Term Clients. Vinnie shares his evolution from using scarcity-based sales tactics to enrolling clients through genuine value. He emphasizes that enrollment should be about helping people see what’s possible for themselves and making a clear decision—yes or no—with integrity. He shares that getting to “no” is just as valuable as getting to “yes,” and that clarity in value leads to both better conversions and deeper relationships with clients.

If you’re an event leader looking to move beyond surface-level tactics and into high-integrity, high-conversion strategies that actually work, this episode is a must-listen. Vinnie’s direct, heartfelt, and value-packed approach will not only inspire you—it’ll challenge you to uplevel every aspect of how you plan, promote, and lead your events.

Want to connect with Vinnie?

Gifts: https://beyondyourshadow.com/gifts/

Website: https://vinniefisher.com/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570649563687

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

In this episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez sits down with Curtis Nalley, founder of Lending America LLC, to dive into one of the most overlooked yet powerful strategies for boosting event impact and conversions—understanding the financial well-being of your attendees. Curtis brings nearly two decades of experience in the coaching and event industry, with a resume that includes collaborations with Tony Robbins, Robert Kiyosaki, and Grant Cardone. His companies have helped fund over $1 billion at 0% interest for event participants looking to invest in coaching, masterminds, and education programs.

What sets Curtis apart isn’t just the numbers—it’s his heart for service. This episode is a masterclass for event leaders who want to shift from high-pressure selling to high-integrity enrollment. Curtis explains how getting a financial snapshot of your attendees, through tools like soft credit pulls and third-party releases, allows you to serve your audience more effectively. By understanding where your attendees are financially, you can offer support that’s relevant, realistic, and genuinely transformative—while also increasing your own event ROI.

Curtis also breaks down how zero-percent financing, when paired with ethical credit education, can help remove barriers that keep people from saying yes to life-changing opportunities. He explains the benefits of credit cards when used strategically—from chargeback protection to teaser rates—and highlights how these tools can be used responsibly to purchase assets and make informed decisions. This isn’t about pushing financing. It’s about empowering people to invest in themselves with confidence.

A powerful thread throughout the conversation is Curtis’s belief in “mission over commission.” He shares his personal journey from being a high-performing sales closer focused on the win, to becoming someone deeply committed to doing right by the people in the room. This shift, he says, not only led to better outcomes for his clients but also created more alignment, trust, and long-term success in his business. The episode wraps with an inspiring reminder: when event leaders take just one more step to understand their audience—especially financially—they unlock a whole new level of service and transformation.

If you’re an event leader looking to increase conversions, build deeper trust, and create lasting impact, this episode is a must-listen. Curtis’s insights will challenge the way you look at financing and inspire you to lead with greater purpose and integrity.

Want to connect with Curtis?

Lending America LLC: https://lendingamericallc.com/

Black Bridge Holdings: https://www.blackbridgeholdings.com/home32089845

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtis-nalley-43a34164/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.nalley

In this week’s episode of The High Profit Event Show, I sit down with Michael Walker, the inspiring founder of Modern Musician, to unpack how events became the driving force behind his 7-figure business. Michael’s story is one of resilience and creativity—from living in a van and handing out CDs outside concert venues to leading one of the most attended virtual music summits in 2020 and building a thriving community of over 160,000 musicians. His journey is a masterclass in what’s possible when you combine strategy, service, and a commitment to showing up consistently.

We dive deep into how events have been the cornerstone of Michael’s growth. He shares how his first virtual workshop only had two people show up live, but instead of seeing it as a failure, he turned it into an evergreen system that eventually reached over 32,000 people. This is a powerful reminder for all event leaders: consistent execution, repurposing content, and focusing on long-term impact can transform any event—no matter the turnout—into a powerful business engine.

Michael also breaks down the three essential strategies he uses to fill his events: crafting relevant, transformation-driven topics; building partnerships with aligned influencers and communities; and running targeted paid advertising. These methods have allowed him to consistently host high-converting events that attract his ideal audience, even as the event landscape continues to evolve.

One of the most powerful parts of the conversation is Michael’s approach to monetization. He walks through his tiered event offer strategy, which includes options for every level of engagement—from a do-it-yourself training experience, to a done-with-you coaching program priced at $5K, all the way up to a $100K done-for-you launch package. His team uses a smart qualifying survey to guide attendees to the offer that best matches their budget and goals. This model not only adds value but creates long-term client relationships that drive ongoing business success.

Michael’s story is not only inspiring—it’s incredibly practical for anyone hosting live, virtual, or hybrid events. If you want to create more profitable, purposeful experiences while helping your audience transform, this episode is packed with real, actionable wisdom. Be sure to catch the full conversation, subscribe to The High Profit Event Show, and share it with a fellow event leader who’s ready to turn their next event into a long-term growth engine.

Want to connect with Michael?

Fanbase Growth Workshop: https://masterclass.modernmusician.me/register

Annual Live Events: https://modernmusician.streetteam.fm/channels/50xbpm4k55rc

Website: https://www.modern-musician.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-modernmusician/

Facebook: ​​https://www.facebook.com/themodernmusician

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

Welcome to another episode of The High Profit Event Show with your host, Rudy Rodriguez! In this week’s powerhouse episode, I sit down with Larry Steinhouse—CEO of InvestorSchooling.com, radio show host, investor, author, speaker, and event leader with over 40 years of experience in real estate and finance. Known for his sharp wit and even sharper business insights, Larry joins us to deliver truth bombs (and a few laughs) about what it really takes to pack a room, create an unforgettable experience, and turn attendees into paying clients.

Larry’s no stranger to the spotlight—or the hustle behind the scenes. He’s been running weekly investor education events, filling rooms with strategic marketing (not wishful thinking), and helping others avoid costly event mistakes. Whether through his radio show, live workshops, or his book Money Hacks, Larry’s goal is clear: teach people how to build wealth and host events that convert. He even owns the URL IhateLarrySteinhouse.com—because when you tell the truth like Larry does, not everyone loves it.

In this episode, we cover three of the most critical pillars for event success. First, we dig into the mindset shift every event host needs to hear: you’re not entitled to an audience. Larry emphasizes that fame doesn’t come first—connection does. You must build an engaged audience before you ever plan the event. We talk about the power of humor, content, and consistency on platforms like Facebook to create that engagement.

Next, we explore strategic event planning that puts experience first. From choosing the right room size and layout to hosting on-site lunches and mastering hotel negotiations, Larry shares insider tactics that save money, boost energy in the room, and keep attendees coming back day after day. He doesn’t just talk theory—he’s lived it, learned it, and now teaches it.

Finally, we dive into how to convert attendees into high-ticket clients without selling from the stage. Larry breaks down a subtle, highly effective strategy using micro-commitments—hand raises, stand-ups, and curated conversations over lunch or dinner. He also shares what to do when you can’t pitch from the front and how to capture leads strategically without being pushy.

If you’re planning an event—or struggling to fill one—this episode is a must-watch. Larry’s real-world advice will help you sidestep the common traps, take control of your event’s success, and walk away with a strategy that actually works.

🎧 Tune in now, and be sure to visit InvestorSchooling.com or ContactLarry.com to connect with Larry, check out his events, and grab your copy of Money Hacks.

Want to connect with Larry?

Website (all websites mentioned can be found here): https://larrysteinhouse.com/

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Welcome to this week’s episode of The High Profit Event Show! I’m your host, Rudy Rodriguez, and today I had the pleasure of diving into the art and science of audience psychology with one of the world’s top marketing minds—Michael Drew, founder of BookRetreat.com.

Michael has assisted his clients sell over 55 million books, generating more than $3.85 billion in revenue. He’s personally promoted 131 books to bestseller status across the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Success Magazine lists. And he’s done this for industry giants like T. Harv Eker and many more. What Michael truly excels at is helping thought leaders and business owners build powerful, scalable platforms through books—and as you’ll hear, the principles he uses to grow authors' brands apply perfectly to building high-profit events.

In this episode, we explore how understanding the customer journey through personality archetypes can transform the way you fill your events. Michael walks us through how to use Myers-Briggs psychographics to identify who’s likely to attend, engage, and convert—and who isn’t. We break down the four major types: the competitive, the humanistic, the methodical, and the spontaneous—and why your event design, marketing, and follow-up should be tailored for each.

We also talk about what it really means to build a platform. Michael shares that marketing is one-to-many, while selling is one-to-one—and if you don’t create an intimate-feeling experience within a non-intimate environment (like your event or webinar), you’re missing the mark. He offers incredible insight on building “scaffolding” that supports your voice and deepens audience trust over time, rather than relying on one-off event wins.

And for those of you obsessed with attendee experience and retention, this is your blueprint. Michael teaches how strategic event design—based on how people take in and process information—can increase engagement, reduce refunds, and create long-term client relationships. Whether you’re drawing in the high-energy spontaneous types or the deeply skeptical methodicals, his advice is grounded in both data and decades of experience.

If you’re an event leader, speaker, author, or business owner looking to elevate your event strategy, this episode is a must-listen. It’s not just about putting people in seats—it’s about understanding who’s in the room, why they came, and how to serve them best.

Want to connect with Michael Drew?

Book Retreat: https://bookretreat.com/

Promote a Book: https://promoteabook.com/about

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michaelrdrew

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

In this episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez sits down with Alison Hannah-Katschkowsky, founder of CU Fitness—The Alison Hannah-Katschkowsky Agency, to uncover the secrets behind filling events, engaging audiences, and creating experiences that convert. With over 30 successful retreats under her belt, Alison shares her journey from the health and wellness industry to becoming a sought-after event strategist. She has helped thousands of people achieve their goals through immersive experiences that go beyond traditional coaching.

Alison’s background in fitness and business strategy has shaped her unique approach to event planning. She realized early on that people don’t just need information—they need a structured, results-driven experience that helps them take action. That’s why she focuses on building events that provide more than just inspiration. In this episode, she reveals the three key elements every event leader needs to master to create high-profit, high-impact experiences.

One of the biggest mistakes event leaders make is failing to define a clear event promise. Alison explains that attendees don’t buy tickets based on the location, the amenities, or even the speakers—they buy the outcome. If potential participants can’t immediately understand what they will gain from attending, they are far less likely to commit. Alison shares how event leaders can clarify their event promise so that attendees know exactly what transformation they will experience.

Marketing is another crucial factor in event success. Too many event hosts rely on hope—hoping referrals will fill their spots, hoping people will spread the word. Alison breaks down her Hand Raise Method, a pre-selling strategy that allows event organizers to gauge interest before officially launching their event. She emphasizes the importance of combining inbound and outbound marketing strategies to maximize visibility and ensure consistent ticket sales.

Beyond selling out an event, Alison stresses the importance of designing an experience that converts. Many events provide great content, but attendees often leave with pages of notes and no real action plan. Alison explains how structuring an event with interactive sessions, implementation exercises, and post-event support ensures attendees leave transformed, not just informed. She highlights how a well-planned itinerary and engagement strategies can turn attendees into long-term clients.

Alison’s biggest takeaway? You don’t need a huge audience to host a successful event—you just need the right audience. She encourages event leaders to engage their existing network, understand what their audience truly needs, and build an event that delivers on that promise. If you’re looking to sell out your next event and create an experience people rave about, this episode is packed with actionable insights you won’t want to miss.

Want to connect with Alison?

Free Masterclass: The REtreat Accelerator https://thealisonk.com/retreat-accelerator-masterclass

Website: https://thealisonk.com/

Podcast: https://thealisonk.com/podcast

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CUFitness360

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alison.h.katschkowsky

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

Welcome back to The High Profit Event Show, where we bring you strategies to maximize your event success and profitability. In this episode, host Rudy Rodriguez sits down with Dr. Emily Letran, founder of Exceptional Leverage Inc., a high-performance coach, and an international speaker who has built a thriving business through hosting impactful events. Dr. Letran has been featured in Forbes, USA Today, and Fox News, and has shared the stage with industry giants like Sharon Lechter and Kevin Harrington. She is also the creator of the Action to Win Seminar, a transformational event series that has helped countless entrepreneurs elevate their brand, impact, and revenue.

Dr. Emily shares her powerful journey, from immigrating to the U.S. as a refugee from Vietnam to becoming a highly sought-after business coach, author, and speaker. She discusses how she overcame her initial resistance to public speaking and discovered that hosting events is one of the fastest ways to build authority, attract opportunities, and create a thriving business ecosystem. She emphasizes that speaking on other people’s stages is beneficial, but hosting your own event puts you in complete control of your message, positioning, and revenue potential.

One of the key topics in this episode is how to fill and fund events without stress. Dr. Emily breaks down the misconception that hosting events requires a massive budget. She shares practical strategies for leveraging sponsorships to cover event costs, ensuring that event leaders don’t bear the financial burden themselves. She also highlights the importance of structuring an event with clear objectives, whether it’s client acquisition, brand building, or revenue generation, so that every decision aligns with the ultimate goal.

Beyond just filling the room, keeping attendees engaged and converting them into clients is where true event success lies. Dr. Emily shares her best practices for maintaining high energy and participation throughout an event, from structured exercises and interactive challenges to strategically placing speakers and content to build curiosity. She explains why setting clear expectations from the beginning and making direct yet ethical offers ensures that attendees not only stay engaged but also take action—turning a well-run event into a revenue-generating machine.

If you’ve been considering hosting your own event but feel overwhelmed by the process, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Emily provides a step-by-step blueprint for making events profitable, impactful, and stress-free. She also shares an unexpected personal story about how her journey into public speaking led her to meet the Dalai Lama—a testament to how stepping into visibility creates limitless opportunities.

Want to connect with Dr. Emily?

Book a discovery call: http://www.calendly.com/coachemilyletran

Text RUDY to: 626-808-5762

Website: http://www.dremilyletran.com/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachemilyletran

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYGFTGYMgwgew1yD_L-nj5A

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Welcome back to another episode of The High Profit Event Show! This week, host Rudy Rodriguez sits down with Lady Jen Du Plessis, founder of Kinetic Spark Consulting, LLC, to dive into the evolution of event models and how event leaders can pivot towards high-ticket, transformational experiences.

Lady Jen brings a wealth of experience to the table, with a career spanning four decades in financial services, where she worked with top business owners and entrepreneurs to scale their companies. She has shared the stage with some of the most influential names in the industry, including Tony Robbins, Les Brown, Darren Hardy, and Kevin Harrington, solidifying her reputation as a leading authority in business growth and event strategy.

In this episode, Lady Jen walks us through her journey from leading large-scale, three-day events to curating boutique, high-ticket mastermind retreats. She shares how she recognized the need to shift from traditional, exhausting event models to intimate, high-value experiences that create greater transformation and profitability. She explains why smaller, experiential events offer deeper connections, higher engagement, and bigger financial wins for both hosts and attendees.

We also explore the strategic monetization of events, where Lady Jen breaks down why low-ticket events often result in high expenses and minimal returns. Instead of struggling to fill rooms with $297 attendees, she reveals how pricing events at $5,000+ has not only increased her revenue but also attracted the right audience—entrepreneurs and leaders who are serious about investing in transformation. She even shares her cost-saving tips, like traveling with her own event equipment to avoid excessive venue charges, proving that smart event planning can lead to higher profits without unnecessary overhead.

One of the most exciting parts of this conversation is Lady Jen’s elite networking strategy. She introduces the concept of mastermind dinners—small, curated gatherings of high-performance individuals that foster deep business relationships and client acquisition. Instead of waiting for opportunities to connect, Lady Jen creates her own inner circle, leading six to eight high-caliber guests for exclusive dinner discussions. This strategy has led to millions in business growth and partnerships, proving that the best connections are made in intimate settings, not crowded networking events.

If you’ve been leading large, overwhelming events that leave you exhausted and barely profitable, this episode is your wake-up call. Lady Jen’s insights will show you how to pivot towards high-ticket, experiential events that are profitable, powerful, and life-changing for both you and your attendees.

Want to connect with Lady Jen?

Text: JEN to 26786

Website: https://www.jenduplessis.com/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JenDuPlessis22/

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

Welcome back to The High Profit Event Show! In this episode, host Rudy Rodriguez sits down with a true pioneer in the coaching industry, Tran Tien Cong, founder of VCI International. Coming to us from Vietnam, Cong has been leading the coaching industry in his country since 2012, certifying over 2,000 coaches, writing three books on the subject, and hosting over 600 webinars to build and grow his events. His journey from mechanical engineer to coach, speaker, and event leader is nothing short of inspiring.

In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most crucial yet overlooked strategies for event success—webinars. If you've ever struggled to fill your events, engage your audience, or convert attendees into clients, this conversation is a game-changer. Cong shares his proven three-phase webinar approach that has helped him double attendance rates and significantly increase conversions.

One of the biggest takeaways from this episode is understanding that webinars aren’t just a one-time sales tactic—they are a strategic tool to fill live events and establish authority. Cong explains how multi-day webinar challenges (like 3-day or 5-day formats) are far more effective than standalone presentations. These structured experiences warm up potential attendees, allowing them to engage, build trust, and ultimately commit to a live event or high-ticket offer.

Another powerful insight Cong shares is the Three-Phase Approach to Webinar Success: Before, During, and After. Most event leaders focus only on the webinar itself, neglecting the pre-webinar warm-up sequence that dramatically impacts attendance. Cong has perfected a 7-day engagement process, using email, video, and social media to boost webinar show-up rates from 30% to 60% or more. Additionally, he highlights that the post-webinar follow-up is where half the conversions happen. By implementing a simple 5-day follow-up strategy with targeted emails and personal calls, event hosts can double their sales after the webinar.

Finally, we discuss one of the biggest mistakes event leaders make: misalignment between their content, messaging, and final offer. Cong explains that too many event hosts teach one thing and sell another, leaving their audience confused and unmotivated to buy. He emphasizes the importance of structuring webinars to naturally lead into the offer by addressing key pain points, presenting a compelling promise, and ensuring that the content seamlessly aligns with what is being sold. He also shares his six essential elements of a high-converting offer, which include a clear pain point, compelling promise, payment plan, strong guarantee, valuable bonuses, and urgency.

If you’re an event host, coach, or speaker looking to fill your events, increase engagement, and maximize conversions, this episode is a must-listen. Cong’s insights into webinar strategy, audience warming, and conversion optimization are actionable and highly effective.

Want to connect with Cong?

Website: https://trantiencong.com/

Facebook (Cong personal page): https://www.facebook.com/tran.t.cong.9

Facebook (VCI page): https://www.facebook.com/vcicoach/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trantiencongcoaching/?originalSubdomain=vn

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPtTRI81SV41vVLt-ygQ1aQ

In this episode of The High Profit Event Show, host Rudy Rodriguez sits down with Dannella Burnett, founder of Encore Elite Events and Speakers Need to Speak, to break down the exact framework for creating highly profitable events. With over 40 years of experience in the event industry, Dannella has worked with clients ranging from small entrepreneurs to eight-figure brands, helping them maximize impact and revenue through powerful, strategic events.

Dannella shares her Six-Step Framework to a Six-Figure Event, a step-by-step system designed to help event hosts eliminate overwhelm, increase profitability, and ensure a seamless experience for both the host and attendees. She emphasizes the importance of starting with the end in mind, defining the event’s purpose, and ensuring every aspect aligns with business objectives. By implementing a detailed budgeting plan, event leaders can avoid financial pitfalls and maximize revenue potential.

One of the most valuable takeaways from this episode is event monetization and ticket mapping. Dannella walks through 17 different ways to monetize an event, from sponsorships and partnerships to pre-event offers and upsells. She also shares her ticket map strategy, which includes 13 ways to fill an event strategically—whether through summits, masterclasses, affiliates, or speaking engagements. Rather than relying on last-minute marketing tactics, she explains how pre-planning and tracking attendance sources can remove stress and increase conversions.

Finally, Dannella dives into the power of leveraging events for business growth. She discusses the “Summit to Three-Day Event” strategy, which warms up an audience before leading them into a transformational, high-ticket experience. Events, when executed properly, serve as a repeatable, revenue-generating system that strengthens authority, builds deeper client relationships, and creates massive business opportunities. She also stresses the importance of debriefing after every event—identifying what worked, what needs improvement, and refining strategies for future events.

If you’re an event leader, speaker, or business owner looking to take your events to the next level, this episode is packed with insights that can change the way you plan, market, and monetize your events. Tune in now and learn from one of the best in the industry!

Want to connect with Dannella?

Ticket to upcoming Six Figure Mastery Bootcamp: http://sixfigureeventmastery.com/stage

Book a Discovery Call: http://calendly.com/DannellaBurnett/Events

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