Social Media Decoded

How to Pack Out Your Next Event: Real Strategies, Speaker Secrets & My No-Fluff Playbook for 2025


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Ever wondered what it really takes to sell out a women’s business event? In this no-fluff episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames takes you behind the curtain of Elevate & Empower LIVE 2025—sharing her proven strategies for curating the right room, building buzz, and delivering massive value that converts.

You’ll discover why most events leave you with just a selfie (and no ROI)—and how Michelle flips the script with a playbook that prioritizes execution, community, and results.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • The #1 reason most women’s conferences miss the mark (and how to do it differently)
  • The 4-step event framework that fills any retreat, summit, or mastermind—even if you’re starting from scratch
  • How to choose (and pitch) speakers who drive value, action, and next-level transformation
  • Insider strategies for audience research, sponsor outreach, and building a buzzworthy promo calendar
  • What actually happens at Elevate & Empower LIVE—from VIP dinners to networking Bingo Nights and hands-on workshops
  • Tangible takeaways you can steal for your next launch or event—whether you have 5 seats or 50
  • Meet the 2025 Speaker Lineup:

    • Jordan Gill (Systems Saved Me): The queen of clarity and systems for service providers and coaches
    • Taylor Smith (Power Table Live): Community-building strategist and “Community is the New Currency” movement leader
    • Candace Junée (Epic Fab Girl): Marketing expert and offer-crafting powerhouse for ambitious women entrepreneurs

      PLUS:
      Michelle’s real talk on why she hosts events (and how they’ve changed her life and business), behind-the-scenes moments, and how you can get in the room—or steal her blueprint for your own.

      Ready for more? Download Michelle’s free Event Promo Pack for scripts, outreach templates, and her full event checklist.
      Join the email list to get first dibs on tickets, bonuses, and resources to take your brand to the next level.

      Resources Mentioned:

      • Elevate & Empower LIVE 2025 Tickets
      • Event Promo Pack Download – HERE
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