Journey Undiscovered

In this Christmas Special edition of Journey Undiscovered, I've compiled the answers to the one question I've asked my guests…

'How do you define your own success?'

I'm fascinated by their answers. The answer to that question can bring out our own set of values and beliefs, the belief systems we as event professionals pick up from our colleagues and teams we've worked with, as well as the societal beliefs we pick up from the culture we're brought up in and live.

Wishing you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and a safe New Year.

On this episode I'm joined by Kyriakos Gold & Sophia Fatouros from Just Gold Digital Agency

Kyriakos became a multicultural media personality and a household name within the vibrant Greek Australian community through his work with SBS Australia and in government.

Sophia was part of the 'Greek Brain-Drain', relocated to Australia after a two-decade-long career in radio, hosting one of Athens most successful breakfast shows.

Both are connected by culture and involved with a number of communities including migrant/refugee, LGBTIQ, neuro-diversity and others, and they're passionate advocates for multiculturalism, diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities.

With Just Gold, they decided to become the change they wanted to see, determined to turn the industry on its head.

Their migrant background was not the only thing they had in common and you'll find what that is in this episode.   

Mr. B. Events - the man with the beard who doesn't do boring Mondays

On this episode I speak with Experience Creator, Consultant and Storyteller - Paul Boustani.

He has worked with the best in the events business and is part of an event professional trio who produce the Back To The Future of Events Podcast - a podcast with a backstage pass to thriving in events.

Paul talks openly about his close friendship with a friend and colleague who suffered from a terminal disease - wisdom they imparted that made a profound impact on his life and career.

GEORGIE STAYCHES - Fetching Events and Communications - have a clear vision and back yourself

On this episode I speak with Founder & Chief Engagement Officer at Fetching Events & Communications

With over twenty years in the events and communications industry including major international events, private, government and not-for-profit sectors, Georgie made a conscious decision to focus on the community sector.

You'll hear from Georgie's experience and passion for her events and communications work, as her business started with a clear purpose in mind.

Georgie's commitment and passion bring her expertise and values of Excellence, Success, Compassion and Spirit together - and it's evident in our conversation together.

CHRISTIE KAMPHUIS - Bettercup - designing a sustainable future for the events industry

In this episode I speak with the Co-Founder and Director of Bettercup - a female founded, self-funded, Australian social enterprise. 

Bettercup creates local reusable bar cups and provides a range of services to eliminate single use cup waste from event and venues waste streams.

Her business and passion for a sustainable future gives plenty of insights why we need to implement sustainable measures into the planning of our events moving forward.

Made in Melbourne. Designed for a sustainable future.

Here's Christie Kamphuis.

SIMON MCCUSKEY - Becoming an award winning Master of Ceremonies

In this episode I speak with an award winning master of ceremonies - Simon McCuskey.

Not only is Simon an award winning master of ceremonies that hosts for a number of corporate, private, public and non-for-profit organisations, but he's also a marriage celebrant, television host, event manager and presenter.

If you've been contemplating whether to hire an emcee for your next event, then bunker down and take some notes from this top bloke. Find out what the keys are behind hosting - online or in person

Here's Simon MC

EFFIE STERIOPOLOUS - Journey to Teaching Event Management

In this episode of Journey Undiscovered I speak to Dr. Effie Steriopolous from William Angliss Institute. She undertook her research thesis called transformative theory, a brand experience model for pilgrimage tourism. 

I've heard of the experience economy but did you know what transformational theory is?

Neither did I - until now. She explains how it applies to event management and planning.

We also discuss:

+ her work with study tours and tourism work in Europe + lecturing at William Angliss Institute  + the future for event management students and mentorship

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EVENTS MENTAL HEALTH Q&A / Part Five The panel of event and wellbeing experts from the Mental Health Roundtable Event tackle the final set of questions from the event. 

This is the fifth and final of the Q&A episodes.

The panel features:

+ Eugene Wong - A Stronger Narrative + Kristie Walker MBA - Event Mental Health + Margo Collins - Event Mental Health + Byron Preston - BDP Events

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EVENTS MENTAL HEALTH Q&A / Part Four The panel of event and wellbeing experts from the Mental Health Roundtable Event tackle even more questions from the event. 

This is part four of five Q&A episodes.

The panel features:

• Eugene Wong - A Stronger Narrative
• Kristie Walker MBA - Event Mental Health
• Margo Collins - Event Mental Health
• Byron Preston - BDP Events

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EVENTS MENTAL HEALTH Q&A / Part Three Three times a charm. The panel of event and wellbeing experts from the Mental Health Roundtable Event are tackling more questions from the event. 

This is part three of five Q&A episodes.

The panel features:

• Eugene Wong - A Stronger Narrative
• Kristie Walker MBA - Event Mental Health
• Margo Collins - Event Mental Health
• Byron Preston - BDP Events

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