Twigger Time

Today its just family… Randy and David pull their favorite tips and tricks to help everyone through those special events at home. Whether it's a large dinner party or just a game night with friends we share some ideas from several entertaining icons and our own tips that help.

Key Highlights

· Where to start when entertaining. Its less work than you think and saves so much time.

· What research says the 5 most remembered items from your guest's perspective?

· Lighting, music food and more

· Outside vs inside (what to place where)

· What to do with your guests (they don't know, so help them through out the event)

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Our guest is one of Palm Springs top interior designers. Travis Smith who takes us through the mid-century modern movement and how he takes his love for design into hosting events.

Key Highlights

· Mid Century Modern is my go-to style when designing items for events (when not themed) So we ask Travis to walk us through what MCM means, how people get it right or get it wrong.

· Also how does one incorporate their favorite style when hosting parties at home?

· Travis trip through different areas of design and how one learns "design."

· The special events world of Palm Springs

You can also watch the episode on YouTube HERE.

Get in touch with our guest:

Travis Smith, Lead TurnKey Designer, H3K Design (760) 325-5400, Ext. 3001

Instagram as @TravisSmithStyle and Facebook as @MidCenturyModernist

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One of my idols in the special events industry joins us today to tell his story.

David Tyda is the

- Co-Owner, PHX Fest

- Co-creator, Taco Festival, Phoenix Pizza Festival, FRIED: French Fry & Music Festival

- Co-Owner, BARCOA Agaveria

- Previous Co-Creator, Arizona Taco Festival, Arizona BBQ Festival, Downtown Donut Festival

We get to hear about Davids journey from first trying to bring amazing food to Phoenix to his understanding that its more of a journey and experience both for the guests and participants.

Key Highlights

· David talks about his first try at a festival.

· The journey and learning that is needed to really create the write experience.

· The behind the scenes culture is just as important.

· What is new and upcoming in food and festival goings on.

David Tyda [email protected]

602-326-7469

Food | Views | Festivals https://barcoaphx.com/

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Today, I'm joined by Lisa Foster of Stylish Events by Lisa. Recently named the #1 Wedding Planner by OK Magazine.

Lisa shares her stories of how she approaches weddings and special events. Why she feels planners don't get their due and some tricks and tips of the trade. Lisa also shares some trends and why we shouldn't always follow them.

Key Highlights

· Lisa shares her motivating story on how she got started in the industry.

· We hear the learning process of a wedding planner, and how to grow as a planner AND help your clients grow with you.

· Do's and don'ts for wedding planning

· Some frank comments on how to handle difficult clients

You can also watch the episode on YouTube HERE.

Get in touch with our guest:

Lisa Foster – Stylish Events by Lisa :

Lisa Foster #1 Worldwide Wedding Planner 2023, @OkMagazine

480-209-2559

www.stylisheventsbylisa.com

[email protected]

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Our guest today is Bobby D. A 3rd Generation Auctioneer. Bobby discusses how to be more than just a fundraising tool for his clients, and how to really make a difference for his Non-Profit clients.

Key Highlights

· Non-profit Gala's are a cornerstone in the events world. Not only because of the good they do, but because encompass so many different aspects of our industry.

· Bobby D talks some do's and don'ts on the fundraising side, trends he see's for auction items and more

· Differences between east coast and west coast fundraising and everything in between.

· The importance of working with planners

You can also watch the episode on YouTube HERE.

Get in touch with our guest:

Dobby D Elhert

[email protected]

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Today is very special. We have my good friend and long-time collaborator Ryan Thomas. Ryan has a long history in Hotel Sales and event planning on the property side. Now coming to us from his new role at the amazing Hotel Paseo.

He is also the amazing entertainer Kadee Christian Starr and discusses how he approaches events not only from the producing side, but supplier and entertainer views.

Key Highlights

· A hotels perspective on special events

· The unique view of special events from the view of an entertainer

· The importance of being inclusive in the special events industry.

· The affects of LGBTQ events, not only to support communities but from an economical side as well

Ryan Thomas, Director of Sales & Marketing || HOTEL PASEO O: 760.895.4862 || [email protected] 45-400 Larkspur Lane, Palm Desert, CA 92260 || HOTELPASEO.COM

Kadee Christian Starr https://www.facebook.com/kadee.starr/

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David Twigger Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david_twigger_/?hl=en

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Today, I'm joined by Tamara Schroeder, Business Development Manager at Epic Party Rentals. Arizona's most dynamic event rental house.

Tamara shares what's new and hot in event rentals, how she started in the business and some of the crazy stories on event set ups.

Key Highlights

· The world of event rentals is constantly changing. New trends, standards and budgets are never the same.

· Keeping inventory, buying new items while keeping those rentals that will never go away. Balancing new and exciting items but talking how to keep stored, transport and set up…

· Why event rentals is the most changing portion of our industry

· The importance of customer service (a lost art in our industry)

Get in touch with our guest:

Tamara Schroeder

Business Development Manager

AZ Bounce Pro | Epic Party Team

1727 E. Deer Valley Rd. | Suite 1-2 | Phoenix, AZ 85024 | 623.236.9591

Check out our Catalog: Here

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David Twigger Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david_twigger_/?hl=en

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Welcome to Twigger Time, where we delve into the captivating world of special events—the wild, the wacky, and everything in between. I'm David Twigger, a 30-year veteran renowned for extravagant designs, award-winning creations, and pushing boundaries to uncover new possibilities for my clients, guests, and myself.

Join us as we encounter dynamic thinkers, innovative experts, influential leaders, and disruptors not only from the special events industry but also from realms like food, fashion, retail, and pop culture. Prepare for a whirlwind of tips, tricks, personal experiences, and even a few tales of mishaps along the way. Get ready to be twiggerized as we shake up the world together. Follow us now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and your preferred podcast platforms.