248 - Prepping for Parental Leave as an Event Pro with Jessica Zimmerman

Better Events · Mar 25, 2026 · 31m

Parental leave in events doesn’t come with a playbook — so you have to build your own.Parental leave can feel overwhelming for event pros considering starting a family — so what does it actually look like to plan for it? In this episode, Mary is joined by event pro Jessica Zimmerman to share their experiences navigating pregnancy while working in events, including how they’re approaching timelines, client communication, and stepping away from work. They get honest about what’s felt easier than expected, what’s been more uncomfortable, and how pregnancy has shifted their mindset around work…