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Better Events
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…
Episodes
Better Events151 - How to Plan a Retreat & Event Pros on the Go 2024 Retreat
This week on the podcast, we go behind the scenes of the latest Event Pros on the Go Retreat, co-hosted by Mary and friend of the podcast, Laura Yarbrough…
Better Events150 - A Look Back at Our Top 5 Episodes of All Time
This week on the podcast we celebrate 150 episodes by looking back what top episodes resonate with YOU dear listeners! We reveal the top five episodes of all…
Better Events149 - Oscars 2024: An Event Planner's Perspective
This week, we're recapping this year's Oscars and reflecting on all the event/production elements. From viral moments to things that made us cringe, we're…
Better Events148 - How to Be a Stage Manager at an Event
This week, we're talking all about stage management at events. We cover what a stage manager is typically responsible for, share examples of events we've stage…
Better Events147 - Event Sourcing 101 with Jackie Baker
This week, we sat down with Jackie Baker of Spark Events to dive into the world of event sourcing. From learning more about how she learned about sourcing…
Better Events146 - How to Manage Your Event Team Onsite
This week, Logan & Mary go deep into how they manage their onsite event staff. From knowing where to start and how many staff you need onsite, to creating…
Better Events145 - Entertaining Event Ideas from Live Sports Events
This week, Mary interviews Logan about how we can all learn entertaining and engaging event ideas from live sports. They dive into what sports presentation is…
Better Events144 - Crafting Events for Younger Generations with AJ Steinberg
This week, we interviewed AJ Steinberg of Queen Bee Fundraising about designing events for younger generations. We went deep into this topic through the lens…
Better Events143 - Our Favorite Books of All-Time
This week, Logan and Mary share their favorite books of all time. From personal to professional, they share their top reads over the years and you might just…
Better Events142 - 10 Times We've Felt the Love at Events
We're sharing the love this week on the Better Events podcast. On one of the most romantic days of the year, Logan & Mary reflect on when they've felt the love…
Better Events141 - Trade Show Tips & Tricks with Lynn Edwards
This week, we sit down with Lynn Edwards of Evo3 Events to explore the intricacies of Trade Shows in the event industry and how she thinks we need to shake…
Better Events140 - 2024 Goal Setting for Event Professionals
This week, Logan & Mary check in on their progress on their 2023 goals and set new ones for 2024. They reflect on how they're feeling about the new year, the…
Better Events139 - Live Podcast: How to Say Yes to the Right Events in 2024 and Beyond? (Better Events Conference 2023)
In this episode, Logan & Mary break down the crucial decision-making process of event professionals when it comes to selecting the right projects. They discuss…
Better Events138 - Building Your Personal Brand with Michelle Gifford
In this week's episode, we sit down with Michelle Gifford of XXX about how you can build your personal brand as an event professional on social media. We…
Better Events137 - 2023 Better Events Conference Recap
The 2023 Better Events Conference is a wrap! Mary and Logan reflect on what their highlights were from this last year's first-ever Better Events Conference…
Better Events136 - Lessons Learned in Events and Business in 2023
We're back with Season 4 of the Better Events podcast! We're taking a look back at 2023 to reflect on lessons learned in business and events. Logan & Mary…
Better Events'Twas the Night Before the 2023 Better Events Conference
LAST CALL to join us tomorrow, Wednesday December 20th for our virtual conference, the Better Events Conference, hosted on Swapcard.Buy a ticket to join us at…
Better EventsHello There, Quick Update from Logan & Mary
It's not too late to join us for our virtual conference, the Better Events Conference, hosted on Swapcard on Wednesday, December 20th.Buy a ticket to join us…
Better Events135 - Reflections on 2023 Events and Season 3 of the Podcast
That's a wrap for Season 3 of the Better Events podcast! This week's episode is our #135 overall and we're so grateful to have you all here. We recap some of…
Better EventsBONUS: What to Expect at the 2023 Better Events Conference
It's not too late to join us for our virtual conference, the Better Events Conference, hosted on Swapcard on Wednesday, December 20th.Buy a ticket to join us…
Better Events134 - Season 3 Guest Compilation: One Thing to Leave in 2023 and One Thing to Start in 2024
In this week's episode, we revisit with some of our guests from Season 3 of the Better Events podcast to get their take on what is one thing that they want to…
Better EventsBrain Bites: Why You Should Submit a Video for the 2023 Better Events Conference
Last call for submissions to be a Brain Bites, On-Demand Speaker, at the Better Events Conference! Don't be shy, we want to hear from you and this is a great…
Better Events133 - Podcast Takeover - Traveling for Events: A Survival Guide with Anca P Trifan and David T. Stevens
This week we're mixing it up on the podcast and featuring a takeover by past guest and friend of the podcast, Anca Trifan and her friend David T Stevens.Both…
Better Events132 - 7 Ways to Show Gratitude at Events
It's that time of year when most people are reflecting on what they're thankful for. Mary and Logan share what makes them grateful for events and then break…
Better Events131 - Behind the Scenes of Planning the 2023 Better Events Conference
This week, we take you behind the scenes of our planning process for the Better Events Conference. We discuss how we got the idea for the conference, what some…
Better Events130 - What’s Been on Our Mind as We Finish the 2023 Event Season
This week, Mary and Logan open up about what they've been struggling with and celebrating over these last few weeks and months of the 2023 event season. They…
Better Events129 - How to Read an A/V Quote
This week, we're chatting all things audio-visual (A/V). Logan shares what aspects make up an A/V quote, why you should learn how to read it and some of the…
Better Events128 - Entrepreneur & Event Horror Stories Pt. 2
In this week's episode, Logan & Mary get spoooooky and talk about their horror stories as entrepreneurs and event pros. There's nothing scarier than talking…
Better Events127 - How to Select a Venue
In this week's episode, Mary shares her list of questions she asks any venue when she's selecting one for an event or starting to execute the planning. She'll…
Better Events126 - Types of Events and Event Niches in the Industry
In this week's episode, we talk all about different types of events and the niches in the event industry. We explore the differences between what we knew when…
Better Events125 - Onsite Event Check-in Tips with Denise Glaser
In this week's episode, we chat with Denise Glaser of D&K Events about how to set up and execute onsite event check-in. We discuss the differences between…
Better Events124 - Tips for Managing Exhibitors at Your Next Event with Cat McDevitt of Eventeny
In this week's episode, we sat down with Cat McDevitt from Eventeny, an all-in-one event management software solution. We dive into her go-to tips for managing…
Better Events123 - How Consistency Can Transform Your Event & Business
Consistency is something that can be a game-changer for your event or business. We dive into what it means to get consistent, examples in our work and personal…
Better Events122 - How to Prove to Stakeholders the Value of Events with Shanondoah of Beyond the BEO
In this week's episode, Mary and Logan interview Shanondoah Nicholson of the Beyond the BEO podcast about how you can prove value to your event stakeholders…
Better Events121 - How Much Do Events Cost?
Get ready to dive into the financial side of the event industry. We break down several sample event budgets from production costs to catering, decor, and more…
Better Events120 - Bartending at Events: What Every Event Planner or Host Should Know with Neil Ratliff
In this week's episode, Mary and Logan interview Neil Ratliff of City Cocktails, an event bartending company. We talk about what he wishes every event planner…
Better Events119 - Event Registration 101
This week on the Better Events podcast we take you on a guided tour through the ins and outs of event registration. Join us as we demystify the process…
Better Events118 - How to Fundraise at Your Next Event
Join us for an exciting episode where we dive into the world of event fundraising and share expert insights. We'll reveal our favorite fundraising techniques…
Better Events117 - Organizing Chaos: ChatGPT's Questions for Event Planners
In this special episode, we turn the tables and take on the challenge of answering 10 thought-provoking questions directly from ChatGPT. Join us as we dive…
Better Events116 - How to Avoid Overcomplicating Your Event with Julius Solaris
In this week's episode, Mary and Logan interview Julius Solaris of BoldPush to talk about how we can avoid overcomplicating our events. We tackle four…
Better Events115 - How We Build Our Event Teams
This week we're talking all about how we build our event teams from full-time hires to selecting the right contractors and partners. Discover what we really…
Better Events114 - Event Predictions 2023: What Will Events Look Like 1 Year from Now?
Ever wonder where the event industry is heading? And how far we've come? In this week's episode, Logan & Mary make predictions for events in the next year and…
Better Events113 - The Hardest Thing About Being a Business Owner
This week on the podcast, Logan and Mary have some real talk about the realities of being your own boss, whether you're a freelancer, small business owner, or…
Better Events112 - Our Favorite Things (Events, Business, and Otherwise)
We love sharing our favorite tips and tricks on the podcast and this week's episode is dedicated to sharing our favorite tools for events, business, tech, and…
Better Events111 - How to Avoid These Common Mistakes at Events
In this week's episode, Logan and Mary are tackling the nitty-gritty of event planning and production, spilling the beans on how to dodge those all-too-common…
Better Events110 - Event Deep Dive: How The Sit Down Uk is Not an Event...it's an Experience with Icie
In this week's episode, Mary and Logan interview Icie all about his event: The Sitdown UK. We get into the details of how the event came to be, how he focuses…
Better Events109 - Join Us Onsite! Notes from Our Recent Events
In this week's episode, Mary and Logan bring you with them onsite for a glimpse behind the scenes at several events they've worked on these past few weeks…
Better Events108 - Career Advice for Recent Graduates and People New to Events
In this week's episode, Mary and Logan share the things they wish they could go back and tell their 18-year-old/20-year-old selves. They also share their…
Better Events107 - Stress Management for Event Pros with Hilary Laney
In this episode, we sit down with Hilary Laney of TPN to explore the event industry's unique challenges when it comes to managing stress. Hilary shares her…
Better Events106 - Event Industry Challenge: Staffing Shortages & Solutions
In this week's episode, Mary and Logan discuss one of the current challenges facing the event industry: staffing shortages. Learn more about what we've been…
Better Events105 - Small Business Owner Roundup
In this week's episode, Mary and Logan share what's been top of mind for them as small business owners/freelancers: from learning lessons the hard way to late…
Better Events104 - So You've Booked the Client, Now What?
In this week's episode, Mary and Logan break down what happens after they book an event client. Learn more about how they communicate with clients, what…
Better Events103 - How to Make the Most of Your A/V Budget
This week, Logan Clements hosts a solo episode all about how to maximize your A/V (audio-visual) or production budget. She shares some of her top tips, common…
Better Events102 - Event Pros On the Go 2023 Retreat Debrief
In this week's episode, Logan interviews Mary and Laura Yarbrough-Lloyd about their latest retreat they hosted for their company Event Pros on the Go. Learn…
Better Events101 - How to Host a Successful Gala: Tips and Tricks
This week, Mary Davidson hosts a solo episode and shares her event pro tips and tricks for hosting a successful fundraising gala. To learn more about her and…
Better Events100 - Why We Love Events (And You, Dear Listeners!)
We are officially at 100 episodes of the Better Events podcast! To celebrate the milestone, we talk about the challenges and highlights of having a podcast and…
Better Events99 - Why Do Events Fail?
This week, Mary and Logan talk into a tough topic: failure. But sometimes events or elements of events do fail and we dive into why that is, how we can do our…
Better Events98 - How to Manage Multiple Events at Once
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…
Better Events97 - Creating a Career as a Freelancer with Sarah Shewey
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…
Better Events96 - Building a Profitable Event Business
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…