The Partytrick Podcast

The Partytrick Podcast

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The Partytrick Podcast episodes

  • 17. What is Partytrick?

    Dive into our special Partytrick Podcast intermission with bite-sized, under-five-minute episodes filled with hosting hacks and party planning secrets. Share your questions and get personalized advice, plus free access to exclusive content by signing up and downloading our app. Today, discover what makes Partytrick the ultimate event-planning companion, from casual gatherings to elaborate celebrations. Tune in, simplify your hosting, and elevate every occasion with us.


    Website: https://www.partytrick.com/?utm_source=Seasontwo&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_id=Partytrick


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    5 min
  • 16. Parties and Party Tricks: Capturing Moments, Engaging Users, and Sharing the Fun in Season 1

    As we wind down Season #1 of the Partytrick Podcast, CEO and Founder Virginia Frischkorn and Emma Boehm, Growth Marketing at Partytrick reflect on everything they learned this past season. They talk about how they first connected with each other to build Partytrick. They then talk about their hosting hacks, and give party tricks throughout the episode. They recap everything they learned this season, and drop gems on how you can host the best party. Tune into the season finale of The Partytrick Podcast!

    Partytrick:
    Website: https://www.partytrick.com/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@partytrick_
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partytrick/
    YouTube: @partytrickpodcast

    As we wind down Season #1 of the Partytrick Podcast, CEO and Founder Virginia Frischkorn and Emma Boehm, Growth Marketing at Partytrick reflect on everything they learned this past season. They talk about how they first connected with each other to build Partytrick. They then talk about their hosting hacks, and give party tricks throughout the episode. They recap everything they learned this season, and drop gems on how you can host the best party. Tune into the season finale of The Partytrick Podcast!
    Partytrick:
    Website: https://www.partytrick.com/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@partytrick_
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partytrick/
    YouTube: @partytrickpodcast
    Time Stamps:
    00:00 Introduction
    01:36 New app launch, CTO update, marketing discussion.
    05:09 Networking led to great hires and friendships.
    08:34 Remote work allows flexibility for globetrotting editor.
    12:10 Always ready to host, inspired by mom's attention to detail.
    16:19 Favorite season ending, love hosting outside.
    18:22 We love seeing how people host parties.
    20:26 Excited to see others, giving feedback.
    23:48 Event planner shares embarrassing story, recommends Party Trick.
    30:27 Party trick: Be intentional with gifting. Gratitude is important.
    33:13 Practice makes perfect; testing recipes was crucial.
    35:42 Stick with what you know and celebrate.

    38 min
  • 15. Balancing Work, Family, and Love for Parties with Coterie Co-Founder Linden Ellis

    How can you design a party that people will love? What are some ways to get inspiration? Linden Ellis, Co-Founder of Coterie, comes on the podcast to talk about how they are becoming a one-stop party shop for your next party. She chats with Partytrick CEO, Virginia Frischkorn, about the story of building Coterie, their collaborations with Vera Bradley, and how they are elevating parties. Tune in for Virginia’s conversation with Linden.

    Connect with Linden:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coterieparty/
    Website: https://coterieparty.com/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linden-ellis-01b61aa/
    Partytrick:
    Website: https://www.partytrick.com/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@partytrick_
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partytrick/
    YouTube: @partytrickpodcast
    Time stamps:
    00:00 Introduction
    01:13 Meandering path: history degree to finance to startups.
    06:18 Fun, high-quality paper tableware & decorations.
    09:02 Celebrating friends with accessible, imperfect parties.
    12:53 Prep in advance, avoid party nightmares.
    14:11 Coterie facilitates gatherings with loved ones.
    17:54 Earlier dinner, breakfast parties, adjusted expectations. Help with work and balancing life.
    22:21 Collaborations with iconic brands, creating party supplies.
    26:24 California is our biggest state. Culture of entertaining in South and Midwest.
    28:06 Delays, shipping mishaps, and customer troubles.
    30:56 Maine is great, DC is hot, considering trip abroad.

    33 min
  • 14. From Teacher to Full-Time Party Pro: The Festive Gal Success Story with Founder Kevlyn Walsh

    If the ultimate risk is taking the leap of faith and quitting your job for full-time entrepreneurship, Kevlyn Walsh did just that with Festive Gal. As a Visual Arts Teacher, Kevlyn knew she wanted more. When her full-time salary was replaced with Festive Gal, she quit her job. Now 4.5 years later, Kevlyn hasn’t looked back. She joins Virginia Frischkorn, CEO and Founder of Partytrick, to talk about how she’s scaled her team and product. Kevlyn talks about how maternity leave changed how she operated Festive Gal, and what you can learn from that as well. Tune in to hear all things entrepreneurship, risk-taking, and scaling your operations.

    Connect with Kevlyn Here:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/festive.gal
    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@festive.gal
    Partytrick:
    Website: https://www.partytrick.com/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@partytrick_
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partytrick/
    YouTube: @partytrickpodcast
    Timestamps:
    00:00 Introduction
    01:22 Over-the-top festive headpieces sell out online.
    03:16 Teacher-turned-art-entrepreneur quits job for Festive Gal.
    07:56 Instagram friendship leads to success in retail.
    11:38 Colorado's surprising derby scene; party tricks.
    14:54 Delegate, set clear expectations, and communicate effectively.
    18:02 Busy summers and holidays, filling seasonal gaps.
    22:02 Maternity leave improved business; employees ran operations.
    25:16 Hospital incident teaches early career lesson. Apologies made, lesson learned.
    28:02 Prefer local employees for in-person collaboration.
    30:15 Closing

    32 min
  • 13. Creating Memorable Moments and Sharing the I Have This Friend Story with Co-Founder Emily Persky

    What’s it like to start a company with your childhood friend? Emily Persky, Co-Founder of I Have This Friend, comes on to talk about how her relationship with her Co-Founder, Ingrid, started because of chicken tenders in 7th grade. Emily discusses how they are building a lifestyle services marketplace that connects service providers with those seeking unique experiences. Emily shares how they identified this opportunity, and the steps they took to launch it. Emily also shares with Virginia her best hosting hacks and how to throw a great party. Listen in for a fun conversation about startups, friendship, and creating a platform to connect service providers and talented service professionals.

    Connect with Emily:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ihavethisfriend/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ihavethisfriend_
    Emily’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-persky-961793105/
    Partytrick:
    Website: https://www.partytrick.com/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@partytrick_
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partytrick/
    YouTube: @partytrickpodcast
    Time Stamps:
    00:00 Introduction
    02:33 Moved to Austin, worked in digital marketing, pandemic impact, Instagram advice.
    03:53 Connecting talented service providers with their audience.
    07:32 Networking and finding event vendors made easy.
    10:20 Exciting personalized experiences with up-and-coming chefs.
    14:00 Love watching wedding videos, especially speeches & dancing.
    19:04 Signature items create expectations; people appreciate them.
    19:40 Having a signature thing for parties is cool.
    24:33 Memorable first time with great recovery.
    26:54 Emily and Ingrid launch new talent monthly. Explore and stay tuned for exciting releases.
    #hosting #entrepreneurship

    29 min
  • 12. Bonjour Fête CEO Rachel Huntington shares all things decor, celebration, and premium party good

    In this episode of the Partytrick Podcast, Virginia Frischkorn sits down with Rachel Huntington, the CEO and Founder of Bojour Fête, a premium party goods company. They discuss how Bojour Fête makes it easy to throw parties with their high-quality party supplies. Rachel shares insights on early party planning, the success of their pop-up stores, the shift towards online sales, and practical party tricks that make hosting a breeze. Stay tuned to discover how Bojour Fête is revolutionizing the party planning industry.

    Connect with Rachel here:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonjourfete/
    Website: https://www.bonjourfete.com/
    Rachel’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-huntington-61b166165/
    Partytrick:
    Website: https://www.partytrick.com/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@partytrick_
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partytrick/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PartytrickPodcast/videos
    Time-Stamps:
    0:00 Introduction
    2:33 Started in film industry. Started Bonjour Fett. Frustrated with Etsy, wanted one-stop-shop.
    6:38 Longtime bonjour fett crafter, not extravagant parties.
    7:13 Busy professional throws extravagant parties for kids.
    11:36 Celebrating many moments, not a small number.
    16:42 Pre-COVID goal: expand to major cities. Love in-person interactions, hard with online orders. Few party supply stores before, now many. Founder's challenge: can't be everywhere. Party stores create community. Personal interaction important.
    20:31 "Dishwasher trick makes party cleanup easier"
    22:43 Convenient hacks for easy clean-up and variety.
    27:53 Running a business with fiscal responsibility.
    30:37 Avoid Halloween overwhelm by planning early.
    33:26 Trends drive wedding market, instantly go viral.
    36:05 Efficient logistics make party planning easy.
    #partyplanner #party #startups

    38 min
  • 11. The power of food and shared experiences with Harrison Keevil

    On this episode of the Partytrick podcast, Harrison Keevil, Founder of Multiverse Kitchens, joins Virginia Frischkorn, CEO and Founder of Partytrick, to talk about the power food has on shared experiences. Harrison talks about his life becoming a chef, and how his family played a significant role in his love for food. They then talk about the art of throwing an enjoyable party and the role that food plays in that. Tune in to discover captivating stories about food, unforgettable experiences, and the joy of culinary craftsmanship.

    Multiverse Kitchen:
    Website: https://www.multiversekitchens.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/multiversekitchens/
    Harrison’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrison-keevil-4b636780/

    Check out Harrison's Roasted Chicken recipe here.

    Partytrick:
    Website: https://www.partytrick.com/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@partytrick_
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partytrick/
    YouTube: @partytrickpodcast
    #food #startups #cooking

    30 min
  • 10. How Sonya Vega went from PR executive to Creating a Mezcal brand in Doña Vega

    What does it take to build a trendy and playful Mezcal brand? Sonya Vega, Founder of Doña Vega, sits down with Partytrick CEO and Founder, Virginia Frischkorn, to discuss just that. Hear how Dona Vega started out as a passion project, but it quickly became Sonya’s founding story. Hear how she then pivoted from being a PR executive to running her brand full-time. Sonya shares insight into the importance of design and branding, and how she is putting a contemporary spin on a traditional spirit. Sonya then discusses her tips and experiences in hosting, all while incorporating Doña Vega Mezcal into her experiences. Tune in to experience the exciting world of modern Mezcal through the eyes of entrepreneur Sonya Vega.

    Doña Vega:
    Website: https://mezcaldonavega.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Mezcaldonavega/
    Sonya’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonya-auvray-60203628/

    Use code: PARTYTRICK for 15% off purchase of 1 bottle minimum, first-time customer on Dona Vega Espadín or Dona Vega Tobalá.
    Partytrick:
    Website: https://www.partytrick.com/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@partytrick_
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partytrick/
    YouTube: @partytrickpodcast

    25 min
  • 9. How Julie Schechter and Monika Shah are keeping people connected in the modern world with gift giving

    Julie Schechter and Monika Shah, Co-Founders of Present, come on the Podcast to talk about the art of nurturing relationships in the digital age with gift giving. They discuss their former company, Small Packages, how they pivoted to starting Present. Julie and Monica share insights, tips, and strategies for staying connected with intention and how Present helps you do that. They share how technology can assist in maintaining meaningful connections, and how you can show up thoughtfully for people that matter in your life.

    Present:
    Julie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-schechter/
    Monika LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monikashah1/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/presentapp_/?hl=en

    Promo code + offer: Use code PRESENT for 4 months free host subscription on Partytrick.
    Partytrick:
    Website: https://www.partytrick.com/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@partytrick_
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partytrick/
    YouTube: @partytrickpodcast
    #startups #giftideas #relationships

    35 min
  • 8. Lauren Thomas, author of The Modern Hippie Table, talks travel, party planning, food, and entertainment

    What is it like being an author and blogger in the food and lifestyle world? Lauren Thomas, the author of The Modern Hippie Way and lifestyle blogger, joins Partytrick CEO and Founder, Virginia Frischkorn, to discuss. They discuss slowing down and being present, sharing practical strategies for infusing intention into every aspect of hosting. Drawing from their experiences and expertise, they discuss the power of simple rituals, such as a gratitude circle or a guided meditation, to set the tone for meaningful connections. They also delve into the importance of curating a mindful menu, featuring nourishing and sustainable ingredients that align with the modern hippie lifestyle. The two also talk about embracing a more intentional approach to hosting, discovering how small moments of mindfulness can elevate the overall experience for both hosts and guests. Tune in to learn how to create transformative gatherings that leave a lasting impact on everyone involved.


    The Modern Hippie Way:

    Website: https://www.themodernhippieway.com/

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/the.modern.hippie.way 

    Book link: https://amzn.to/3Cgk2yE 


    Partytrick: 

    Website: https://www.partytrick.com/ 

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@partytrick_ 

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

    YouTube: @partytrickpodcast

    39 min

About The Partytrick Podcast

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Partytrick is a subscription-based platform that makes hosting an amazing experience as simple as pick and click. Hosting is stressful, overly time-consuming, and painful for so many. Which is why most people simply don’t do it … even though they want to. We give our members the inspo, tools, and confidence to empower you to say “just come over”.