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Favorite Tools Of The Year – Episode 145
Today we are reflecting on 2018 and discussing our hosts favorite tools for event profs from the past year. In this episode of #EventIcons our hosts Will Curran, Brand...

2019 Event Design Trends – Episode 144
As event profs it’s critical we stay on top of trends. From design and pop culture to global trends we are expected to know them all. These trends influence the events...

Top Event Tech Trends in 2019 – Episode 143
Today’s episodes is one of our favorites of the year. We are bringing together arguably the best minds in the #eventtech and social spaces to talk all about the top ev...

3 Years of #EventIcons – Episode 142
Three years ago Will Curran wanted to find a way to stand out in a crowded space, doing what he loves best – talking to people. Just as important to Will was thinking ...

Make Your Events More Theatrical – Episode 141
A great event is very similar to a great theatrical production. There is the grand entrance, the setting, a narrative, building the story, emotions, and an ending that...

Everything Mega Televised Events: Episode 140
Some of the most challenging events to produce are televised events. With a mega televised event such as the Super Bowl, Inauguration or Olympics you only have one sho...

Everything You Need to Know About C2 Montreal – Episode 139
C2 Montreal is completely different from any event out there. C2 Montreal is all about setting the stage to spark creativity and exploration within attendees. The eve...

Why Networking is Dead & Braindates are The Future – #EventIcons Episode 138
If you have not heard the term braindate yet, we need to talk! We believe braindates are the future of networking and you are going to want to incorporate them into yo...

Our Favorite Events From 2018 – Episode 137
This is one of our favorite episodes of the year! If you follow #EventIcons you know our hosts travel the world and see so many epic events. Today our hosts are sharin...

A Complete Guide for Planning a Nonprofit Event- Episode 136
Planning a nonprofit event is no easy feat, it takes a great strategy and above all a big heart. These events require a commitment to the cause, an understanding of h...

Live From IMEX 2018 – Episode 135
In this special episode of #EventIcons, we are coming to you live from IMEX 2018. PACKED with 23 #EventIcons (yes, you read that right 23 industry heavyweights!). If...

PCMA: The Largest Network for Meeting Planners – Episode 134
PCMA truly cares about the personal success of all their members and their organizations. They are committed to making their members they best they can be. They have b...

Everything You Need to Know About Event Furniture – Episode 133
Event furniture design is often an overlooked part of events. Sometimes to cut corners we go with what is cheapest or what’s available at the venue. This is a mistake!...

Everything You Need to Know About Event Transportation – Episode 132
Event Transportation is the key to the success of your event. It’s a piece of the puzzle we often take for granted. Event transportation often is overlooked, strategy ...

Cyber Security For Events : The Good The Bad & The Really Ugly – Episode 131
Cyber security for events should be at the top of every event planners mind. But often, it’s overlooked or misunderstood. As event profs we need to very aware of cyber...

Best Practices for Hiring An Event Staff – Episode 130
In this episode, we are covering the hot topic of hiring an event staff. We will discuss independent contractors vs W2 employee and which might be right for you. While...

Build an Internal Event Team – Episode 129
It’s no question that everyone wants to build internal event team that’s amazing. However, actually going about creating the team can sometimes feel like a mystery. We...

Everything You Need to Know About Mills James Agency – Episode 128
Today on #EventIcons we’re talking about the life of a creative agency. We will be learning from Mills James. For more than three decades Mills James has been helping ...

Live from Connect Marketplace – Episode 127
This week we are live from Connect Marketplace! If you are unfamiliar, Connect Marketplace is all about meeting with the best minds in the industry, they have the most...

Live From ILEA Live – Episode 126
Today’s episode is near and dear to our heart! We are live from ILEA Live! Joining us today are some of the best and brightest in the industry. As you probably guesse...

Sh*t Event Planners Say, Part III – Episode 125
It’s back! Sh*t event planners say part three is in full force! This is a very special episode of #EventIcons. Our hosts – Will, Brandt, and Audrey – will be joined by...

Event Key Performance Indicators: Metrics To Measure Your Events – Episode 124
Today we are talking all about event key performance indicators (KPI). Key performance indicators are the measurable outcomes that measure event success. This can be ...

The Role of A Creative In Events – Episode 123
Do you ever feel like your events are missing something but you aren’t sure what? Do you find yourself wishing that you had better content, interesting videos and more...

Trends in Incentive Programs – Episode 122
Incentive programs are a big piece of the events industry. The expectations for incentive programs continue to change. It’s no longer only salespeople that are getting...

How To Succeed With Event Operations – Episode 121
What is event operations? Well, it depends on who you ask but to us, event operations are the people behind your event that you often don’t see and hear. They are the ...

#MeToo Movement and Its Impact on Events – Episode 120
The #Metoo movement is an international movement against sexual harassment and assault. It has empowered people throughout the world and given a voice to the voiceless...

Behind The Scenes with INBOUND – Episode – 119
INBOUND is arguably one of the most-watched, must-attend events in our current times. Everyone wants to go. The event continues to attract an incredible audience aroun...

Chatbots: Everything You Need To Know – Episode 118
What are chatbots? More or less a chatbot is a program which takes a process that is chat driven and makes it consistent for a user (they give the same answers each ti...

Everything You Need To Know About CEMA – Episode 117
Cema (Corporate Event Marketer Association) is a booming community. With 800 members and growing, CEMA needs to be on your radar. CEMA focuses on relationships and con...

Planning Sustainable Events: What You Must Know – Episode 116
Events can be super wasteful, from water and energy consumption to food waste there are a lot of areas we can improve upon in terms of planning sustainable events. Wha...
