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The Event Tech Talk Show Podcast

The leading podcast for event professionals exploring event technology, marketing technology and AI in events.Hosted by Adam Parry - founder of Event Tech Live and The Event Technology Awards.Each episode brings together event planners, technology suppliers and industry innovators for candid conversations on the tools and trends shaping live, virtual and hybrid events.Topics include:Event technology and event tech trendsAI for events and event automationVirtual events and hybrid event platformsEvent

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00:43:53

Entrepreneurship, AI and the Things Men Don't Talk About

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2026/03/29

The conversation delves into the entrepreneurial journey of BBD Boom, the inherent drive of an entrepreneur, the evolution of business operations, the importance of company culture, the role of technology in business, AI and the productivity paradox, the impact of AI on work and productivity, the role of HubSpot in business growth, the future of SaaS platforms, and transitioning to HubSpot from Salesforce. The conversation covers the technical aspects of transitioning from Salesforce to HubSpot, the

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00:25:23

25 Years, Print Pods and Why Data Is Still Being...

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2026/03/09

Recorded live on the show floor at International Confex, this episode features Margaret Reeves, Managing Director of RefTech - one of the most experienced voices in event registration and badging. We cover why RefTech built their software to work entirely offline, the Print Pod innovation that had one client asking "where is everyone?" because queues had vanished completely, and why being service-led rather than software-led still matters in an industry increasingly obsessed with self-serve SaaS

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00:21:26

Why "We'll Just Do the Same as Last Year" Is Killing...

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2026/03/09

Recorded live on the show floor at International Confex, this episode features Dan Robertson, Customer Success Manager at Jonas Event Technology - just five weeks into the role. We talk about why Jonas have invested in a dedicated customer success function, what organisers consistently get wrong about registration (hint: it starts far too late), and why capturing attendee intent the moment a show closes is one of the smartest moves an organiser can make. Dan also shares his take on the Jonas and

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00:24:25

Your Event Website Is Your Most Valuable Digital Asset

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2026/03/09

Recorded live on the show floor at International Confex, this episode features Jon Benjamin, CEO of ASP - the company behind the websites of some of the world's biggest trade shows. We get into why the event website has been treated as an afterthought for too long, what it actually takes to optimise one for both SEO and AI-driven search, and why pouring money into PPC without measuring what happens next is one of the most common and costly mistakes in the industry. Jon also shares why the shift to

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00:22:45

Why Marketers Are the Missing Voice in Events

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2026/03/09

Recorded live on the show floor at International Confex, this episode features Felicia, Marketing Director at Cvent, in a conversation about event-led growth and why intentionality is everything. We cover why smaller, more intimate events are earning a bigger share of attention (if not always budget), how marketers and event planners need to work more closely together, and why the events industry has a blind spot when it comes to speaking the language of the people holding the purse strings. Felicia

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62:46

Breaking the Language Barrier: Inside Kudo’s Live...

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2026/01/07

Founder and CEO Fardad Zabetian discusses Kudo’s mission to make live events multilingual, blending professional interpreters with AI to deliver real-time translation, captioning, and glossary-driven accuracy across hybrid and in-person events.They cover Kudo’s origins, the role of AI, partner and reseller strategies, running a distributed team, and the future of event tech focused on accessibility and high-quality attendee experiences.

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44:53

Founder, Not CEO: The Product-First Story Behind...

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2025/11/11

In this episode Mark Waddington explains why he identifies as a founder more than a CEO and how that product-first mindset drove the evolution of StaffWise from a rough first version into a full workforce management platform.Mark describes solving the core problem of poor communication between tech vendors and businesses, building client-driven features — onboarding, divisions, scheduling, payroll integrations, reporting and sustainability tracking — and expanding into retail execution with

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43:22

Making the Intangible Tangible: Inside Eventagrate's...

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2025/11/04

Tony, Partnerships and Creative Director at Eventagrate, discusses his journey from CGI to experiential events, how the company uses AI, AR and data to make audiences part of the story, and the importance of solving real problems rather than chasing tech trends.Highlights include hyper-personalization, accessibility, metaverse opportunities and a case study on the Riyadh Marathon featuring AR invitations and AI avatars.

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46:03

From School Theatre to Global CEO: Andrew Murphy’s...

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2025/10/30

Andrew Murphy, CEO of Conference Rentals, shares his path from audio engineering to leading a global events rental company and explains how they grew from a niche microphone supplier into a specialist in complex, multilingual events.The episode covers interpretation technology (human vs AI), ensuring accessibility at events, challenges of global expansion and partner networks, and the importance of service, training, and choosing the right technology for high-profile conferences.

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58:02

S04 E09 - From Spreadsheets to Smart Awards:...

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2025/10/14

Gary Clement, CEO of Evessio, explains his journey from building early event systems to founding a platform focused on owning its technology, avoiding reliance on third-party infrastructure, and scaling as a SaaS business.The episode covers Evessio’s use of AI to speed processes, create new revenue streams, and turn awards data into actionable benchmarking reports for entrants, judges and sponsors. Practical innovations discussed include judge-friendly tools (like voice dictation), BenchSmart

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49:27

S04 E08 - Silence, Engineered with -45 Founder Jon...

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2025/09/23

Attendees aren’t just passive participants anymore. They’re under pressure from clients, bosses, and deadlines—sometimes right in the middle of your event.If your show doesn’t provide the space for them to stay connected, they’ll leave. As Jon Noonan of -45dB puts it: “The client doesn’t care if you’re at a show—they want it now.” This isn’t just about convenience—it’s about keeping your audience in the room. #EventTech #EventProfs #ConferencePlanning #AttendeeExperience #EventDesign

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S04 E07 From Lead Capture to RealFlow: Reinventing...

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2025/09/16

In this episode Chris Wickson, co-founder of RealFlow, joins Adam to discuss the evolution from Akkroo — an enterprise lead capture solution — to RealFlow, an interactive short-form video product designed to humanize websites and guide visitors toward conversion.They cover practical use cases for event organizers, onboarding and sponsorship pages, AI-assisted personalized video, measurement benefits like reduced bounce rate and increased time on site, and the ethical considerations around

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54:22

S04 E06 AI Memory & Event Identity: Personalization...

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2025/09/03

Adam Parry is joined by Anton Christodoulou, co-founder of allpointsAI to discuss how AI is transforming events, focusing on AI memory, identity, and personalization. They cover local LLMs, privacy concerns, and architectures like Solid and agentic wallets that let users control their data.The episode explores practical uses—from personalized event navigation and reduced queuing to predictive services—and how organizers can build interoperable systems attendees connect to. It balances the benefits

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45:57

S04 E05 Unpacking the Future of Event Tech with Brad...

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2025/07/08

Brad Langley is an industry legend whose extensive career spans agencies, startups, and major players in the event tech world, including his current role as CrowdComms’ Senior Vice President, Americas.Join host Adam Parry as they explore how event tech has evolved, examining what’s changed, what’s remained constant, and what the future holds. From discussing the integral role of data and AI to sharing insights on industry trends and challenges, Brad offers a comprehensive view on how event tech is

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44:52

Season 04 E04 Silent Seminars: The Importance of...

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2025/06/24

Duncan Strain started Silent Noize 16 years ago. A gamechanger.In this episode, Duncan talks host Adam Parry through the journey from promoting Birmingham club nights to hearing about headphones for events from his business partner, launching Silent Noize and the circumstances/breakthroughs that led to the Silent Seminars offshoot some 10 years later. Duncan, and Adam, remember the impact of introducing headphones to an early edition of Event Tech Live, at the Old Truman Brewery, and how the idea

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01:12:36

Season 04 Episode 03 FFAIR CEO Adam Jones on...

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2025/06/02

In this episode, host Adam Parry is joined by Adam Jones, CEO of FFAIR. Adam shares his remarkable story from starting Showplans to leading FFAIR, a groundbreaking exhibitor shop experience technology. Discover his insights on entrepreneurship, innovation in the events industry, and the pivotal moments that shaped his career.Explore the challenges he faced, from overcoming copycat competitors to navigating acquisitions, and learn how these experiences influenced his approach to building a more

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01:00:25

Season 04 Episode 02 - Matt Allen - CrowdComms -...

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2025/05/27

In this episode of the Event Tech Talk Show, host, Adam Parry, is joined by Matt Allen, CEO of CrowdComms, as we dive deep into his recent publication "Beyond the Business Card". This manifesto redefines the essence of community-building and authentic connections at events. Discover Matt's intriguing journey into the events industry, from humble beginnings, and his insightful perspectives on retaining invaluable knowledge beyond the confines of an event. Explore the balance between technological

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45:49

Season 04 Episode 01 - Redefining Engagement:...

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2025/05/18

In this episode of the Event Tech Talk Show, join us for an enlightening discussion with Kieran Garlic, the visionary founder and managing director of Present Communications. Delve into Kieran's extraordinary journey from his beginnings in theatre to leading impactful hybrid events and redefining corporate communications. Gain unique insights into creating inclusive and engaging event experiences that resonate with diverse audiences. Learn how internal communications play a crucial role in today's

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31:53

Behind the Mic: Revolutionising Event Tech with...

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2024/12/02

In the thrilling finale of Season 3 of the Event Tech Talk Show, we delve into the heart of Event Tech Live London 2024 with special guest Richard Belcher from First Sight Media. Discover how the event's speaker interview studio has evolved and the exciting addition of a podcast studio, enhancing live engagement and content creation.Join us as Richard shares his inspiration behind offering podcast studios at events and the value they add to the overall attendee experience. Explore the innovative

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36:17

Season 3 Episode 4: Harnessing AI and Data for Event...

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2024/11/28

Welcome to the fourth episode of the Event Tech Talk Show, recorded at Event Tech Live London, 2024. Join host Adam as he discusses with Oliver Rowe, founder and CEO of VenuIQ, and Dan Loosemore from Data Centre Dynamics, about the transformative power of artificial intelligence and data tracking in enhancing event experiences.Oliver shares insights on VenuIQ's journey and how their award-winning mobile app technologies and pioneering Bluetooth tracking have revolutionised event management. He

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