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Better Events

Better Events Pod

Welcome to the "Better Events" podcast! Join two event planners and producers, Logan Clements and Mary Davidson, who believe we can all create, host and attend better events. In this podcast you will 1. Learn about event strategy and actions that you can use today as an event host, planner, or manager, 2. Hear directly from the people who are creating innovative and inspiring events today and tomorrow 3. And Grow your business and career along the way! Now let"s get started and thanks for listening

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98 - How to Manage Multiple Events at Once

Better Events ·

2023/03/29

This week, Mary and Logan dive into what it's like to manage multiple events and projects at the same time. They walk through their processes for tracking all the to dos and deadlines, mistakes to avoid, and talk about how they balance their capacity. Learn more about how to find out the right number of events for you and the tools and tips that they use to stay on top of it all. SHOW NOTES: 100th Episode Submission Form: https://forms.gle/WycG4uzoTgd75jwZ8 Visit our new website at

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42:18

97 - Creating a Career as a Freelancer with Sarah Shewey

Better Events ·

2023/03/22

In this week's episode of the Better Events podcast, we interview Sarah Shewey from Happily about how you can build a career as a freelancer. At Happily, Sarah leads a network of over 70,000 sustainable event producers, technologists, and creatives who create world-class virtual and live events. Learn more about how Sarah first started a freelancer, the jump from freelance to small business owner, and why freelance just might be the future of events. —— SHOW NOTES: Submit Your Answers for the 100th

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32:18

96 - Building a Profitable Event Business

Better Events ·

2023/03/15

One of the biggest challenges when you're getting started or maybe experiencing burn out as a business owner is knowing how to create a profitable business. In events, it's easy to assume all businesses are profitable. Mary and Logan break down what it means to be profitable, how we structure our businesses, and handling the unexpected (which at this point is expected in events). SHOW NOTES: 100th Episode Submission Form: https://forms.gle/WycG4uzoTgd75jwZ8 Want our Run of Show (ROS) Template? Send

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35:27

95 - MPI Cascadia 2023 Recap: The Future of Events

Better Events ·

2023/03/08

In this episode, we're coming to you from the 2023 MPI Cascadia Educational Conference in Blaine Washington. The MPI Cascadia Educational Conference (CEC) is a joint regional conference for the Oregon and Washington State Chapters of Meeting Professionals International. Cascadia features educational breakouts, motivating keynotes, and opportunities for meeting planners and suppliers to network and connect in the hosted buyer program and the trade show. We sit down with planners, suppliers, and

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94 - Listener Mailbag Questions

Better Events ·

2023/03/01

This week’s episode features YOU, our Better Events community! We answer your questions from updates on our run of show to how we pick which events to volunteer/network and suggestions for nonprofit fundraisers. SHOW NOTES: Submit Your Questions for the Mailbag & 100th Episode Submission Form: https://forms.gle/WycG4uzoTgd75jwZ8 SCORE (Free small business resources): https://www.score.org/ Want our Run of Show (ROS) Template? Send us an email at bettereventspod@gmail.com —— SUPPORT THE PODCAST: Buy

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93 - 2023 Event Trends with Will Curran

Better Events ·

2023/02/22

In this week's episode of the Better Events podcast, we talk with Will Curran about this year's event trends and trends of the future. He shares a refreshing perspective on some trends you might have heard of before and new ones that weren't even on our radar. Learn who sets these trends, why event trends are important, and how you can apply them to your event. —— SHOW NOTES: Submit Your Answers for the 100th Episode Submission Form: https://forms.gle/WycG4uzoTgd75jwZ8 Join the Event Profs Community

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92 - Navigating Challenging Situations at Events

Better Events ·

2023/02/15

In this episode, we're talking about the tough, stressful but honestly expected moments that happen throughout the event planning and production process. We share our stories, how we approach conflict and challenges in events, and offer some tips as you work through your style. SHOW NOTES: Submit Your Questions for the Mailbag & 100th Episode Submission Form: https://forms.gle/WycG4uzoTgd75jwZ8 Episode 15: Emphasizing Hospitality in Events with Laura Yarbrough -

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91 - Event Verbiage: What does ROS, VOD, and other...

Better Events ·

2023/02/08

In this episode, we're going over event verbiage/event terms - from ROS and BEOs to - there is so much jargon with every industry so let's dive into some of the common terms, acronyms, and phrases we come across in the event world. —— SHOW NOTES: Submit Your Questions for the Mailbag & 100th Episode Submission Form: https://forms.gle/WycG4uzoTgd75jwZ8 Terms/Verbiage We Discuss: A/V, Attrition rate, BEO, Break down/load out/strike, Confidence Monitor/DSM, CC, CMP, Change Order, DDR, DMO/DMC, Fam

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38:58

90 - Qualities of a Great Emcee with Casey Catherwood

Better Events ·

2023/02/01

In this week's episode of the Better Events podcast, we have a chat with Casey Catherwood, professional host, entertainer, and artist, about what makes a great MC/event host. From sharing his favorite events to tips for how emcees can engage with the audience, there's something for event pros and planners alike. —— SHOW NOTES: Submit Your Questions for the Mailbag & 100th Episode Submission Form: https://forms.gle/WycG4uzoTgd75jwZ8 Connect with Casey: Website: caseycatherwood.com Instagram:

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36:45

89 - Planning Out Your Event Year: Repeat Clients,...

Better Events ·

2023/01/25

One of the keys to success as a freelancer or business owner is building consistent business. We talk through how we plan out our year business and event-wise, the importance of repeat clients, combating burnout and more. —— SHOW NOTES: JANUARY 2023 SURVEY LINK: https://b5074ntfg57.typeform.com/to/m528Ajbj Thank you for taking 5-10 minutes to fill out the survey, we love hearing from you and your feedback is so valuable for helping us continue to create quality content! Episode 8: How to Manage

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88 - 2023 Goal Setting for Event Professionals

Better Events ·

2023/01/18

January is the perfect time to reflect on past goals and set new ones for the new year. As a follow-up to Episode 86 where we looked back at 2022, we are now looking at our goals, old and new. First, we look back at how we did on our 2022 goals and set new ones for 2023. This episode is a great exercise for you to reflect on your year and think about what you want to have experienced in the next calendar year. —— SHOW NOTES: JANUARY 2023 SURVEY LINK:

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87 - Accessibility at Events with Meg Strahle

Better Events ·

2023/01/11

In this week's episode of the Better Events podcast, we sit down with Meg Strahle, a Sustainability Manager at the Bulb. Meg shares with us her take on the state of the event industry and accessibility, why it's important, and tips for how you can keep accessibility top of mind in your planning process. —— SHOW NOTES: JANUARY 2023 SURVEY LINK: https://b5074ntfg57.typeform.com/to/m528Ajbj Meryl Evans' LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/meryl/ Americans with Disabilities Act - Planning Guide:

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32:22

86 - Lessons Learned in Events and Business in 2022

Better Events ·

2023/01/04

Welcome to Season 3 of the Better Events podcast! We are kicking off the new year and new season of the podcast with a reflection back on last year and sharing all of our lessons learned. We talk about all things business, running an event planning company, and growing as event professionals. —— SHOW NOTES: JANUARY 2023 SURVEY LINK: https://b5074ntfg57.typeform.com/to/m528Ajbj Thank you for taking 5-10 minutes to fill out the survey, we love hearing from you and your feedback is so valuable for

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85 - Season 2 Guest Compilation: Hard Lessons and...

Better Events ·

2022/12/14

In our final episode of Season 2 of the Better Events podcast, we went back and asked all of our guests from this year to answer one of two questions: What's something you had to learn the hard way? What is a moment of joy you experienced at events this year? Learn what our guests had to say as well as our answers! —— SHOW NOTES: Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bettereventspod Leave us a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/04ivq77TMgF5HhJHJOMe1V Leave us a review on

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84 - Leveraging Imposter Syndrome

Better Events ·

2022/12/07

This week, Logan & Mary dive into imposter syndrome and how it's played a part in their event careers and businesses. From sharing examples of imposter syndrome to talking about when it can be good (even if it fells bad), and tools and tips for how to leverage it in your career. But most importantly, you're not alone and imposter syndrome is something that we all deal with on a daily/weekly/monthly basis. —— SHOW NOTES: Mary's Podcast Rec: Making it in the South

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83 - Zoom Events: A Virtual Conference Case Study

Better Events ·

2022/11/30

This week, Logan & Mary share a case study of hosting a virtual conference on the new Zoom Event platform. You'll learn more about what Zoom Events is, some of the pros and cons of the platform, and when it's the right fit for your next virtual or hybrid event. —— SHOW NOTES: Zoom Events: https://explore.zoom.us/en/products/event-platform/ Zoom Events Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/zoomeventpros Luke's episode - "Episode 52 - What is a Virtual Event Technician/Streaming Engineer

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82 - Expressing Gratitude at Events

Better Events ·

2022/11/23

This week, Logan & Mary discuss the different ways to express gratitude after an event, for your event team, your clients, and other event pros/vendors. You'll walk away with ideas for your next event and end-of-the-year client/team gifts. —— SHOW NOTES: Logan's Chex Mix Recipe: https://www.chex.com/recipes/original-chex-mix Postable: https://www.postable.com/ Cheryl's Cookies: https://www.cheryls.com/ —— FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @bettereventspod @loganstrategygroup_events (Logan) @epeventsllc

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81 - How to Keep Learning as an Event Pro

Better Events ·

2022/11/16

This week, we're talking all about learning as an event professional. With guest co-host Jaclyn Sobel of PlanMeAway, Logan breaks down the different ways we can learn, both formally and informally. We'll share our experiences learning in events, why you should always be learning, and even touch on some bad ways to learn. —— SHOW NOTES: Episode #3 - COVID Compliance at Hybrid Events with Jaclyn Sobel: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SLICK5634147416.mp3?updated=1656018673 Logan's post-event feedback

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80 - Event Niches: Transitioning from Corporate...

Better Events ·

2022/11/09

In this week's episode, we interview Vanessa Narvios, founder and lead planner of Finerr Weddings and Events, a wedding and events company based out of southern California. Vanessa made the switch from working international corporate events to producing weddings in the last three years. You'll learn more about the differences and the similarities between corporate and social events, how to break into a new market, and advice for new planners/event pros looking to learn their niche. —— SHOW

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79 - Pros and Cons of Freelancing Events

Better Events ·

2022/11/02

We talk offline about the pros and cons of freelancing all the time so we figured we'd turn it into an episode with lots of lessons learned! From what freelancing in events even is to the pros and cons of freelancing and our tips for listeners who are thinking about getting into it. —— SHOW NOTES: Related Episodes: Episode #74 - How to Start an Event Planning Business https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/SLICK2387861427?selected=SLICK9687138846 —— FOLLOW US ON

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