eventplanner.net Podcast

How safe are pyrotechnics at events? In this episode, we dive into the thrilling yet high-risk world of special effects with Brian Panther, a top pyrotechnics expert with over 35 years of experience. From avoiding disasters on stage to weather challenges - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/890_pyrotechnics-event-safety-behind-the-scenes-with-brian-panther.html

How far can you push your limits? In this episode, we dive into the ultra mindset with world-class ultra marathoner Gediminas Grinius. From military discipline to overcoming PTSD and outsmarting top athletes, Gediminas reveals the mental resilience, strat - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/889_the-ultra-mindset-pushing-boundaries-with-pro-athlete-gediminas-grinius-...

In this episode, Hoyin Cheung, the founder of Remo, shares the story behind his innovative platform that's transforming the world of virtual and hybrid events. Tune in as we discuss the future of events, the unique challenges of hybrid experiences, and ho - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/882_reimagining-virtual-events-redefining-online-networking-with-authentic-c...

In this insightful interview, Chris Van Goethem discusses the origins and importance of the ETTEC certificate, a groundbreaking initiative to improve safety standards in European theatre and event industries. From the need for basic safety training to the - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/879_building-safer-stages-how-the-ettec-certificate-is-revolutionising-event...

This compelling interview explores how the landscape of event moderation has evolved. Jan-Jaap In der Maur (Masters in Moderation) shares his expert insights on how the approach to moderating events has shifted, adapting to new technologies, diverse audie - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/880_20-years-of-event-moderation-key-changes-and-insights.html

With the European Accessibility Act on the horizon, significant changes will impact how events are planned and executed. In this episode, we sit down with Bart Van den Brande from Sirius Legal to break down what you need to know to ensure your events are - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/878_preparing-for-the-european-accessibility-act-a-mustlisten-for-event-plann...

Maintaining their yearly tradition, Kevin and trendwatcher Tom Palmaerts dive into the future of events. This year, their conversation unveils a transformative shift in the job market, examines if AI is still a trend, and ventures into the concept of 'del - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/872_trendwatching-trends-for-events-in-2024.html

During the annual eventplanner.net keynote, our Founder & CEO, Kevin Van der Straeten, unveils his vision for the future of the event industry along with an exclusive sneak peek at the roadmap for our platform and event software. In just 8 minutes, discov - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/871_keynote-24-empowering-event-heroes.html

The headphones from Silent Seminars have become a rising star at many events, and with their new partnership with Abbit, they are now easily available for rent throughout Europe. Kevin spoke with Duncan Strain and Evelien Aernaudts to discuss the signific - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/863_abbit-and-silent-seminars-join-forces.html

John Drury, Professor of Social Psychology at University of Sussex, is one of the keynote speakers at the Event Safety Day. In this episode he shares how crowd psychology impacts event security, and more shocking how we've always done things wrong based o - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/862_how-crowd-psychology-impacts-event-security.html

Jim Digby, co-founder and president of the Event Safety Alliance, is one of the keynote speakers at the Event Safety Day. In this episode he shares how being at the wrong place at the right time, seeing many things on events going wrong, helpt him re-shap - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/861_event-security-only-make-new-mistakes.html

It's becoming a tradition. Every year Kevin discusses with trendwatcher Tom Palmaerts the future for events. This year they are talking about lab grown meat, flying cars and free speech. - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/855_trendwatching-trends-for-events-in-2023.html

Today we're talking about geo tracking and how it can help organising better outdoor events by tracking where you're staff, participants, ... are and act based on that data. - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/851_how-geo-tracking-can-improve-your-outdoor-event.html

In this eventplanner.tv episode we want to share with you, the story behind our new event software. Why did eventplanner.net launch event software? And what does this mean for you? - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/849_the-story-behind-our-free-event-planning-software.html

In this new eventplanner.tv series we'll discuss inspiring event cases with the event agencies who organised them. Today Sylvester shares their take on a VR roadshow for the European Union. An interesting case to learn from! - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/848_event-case-euconnect-roadshow-with-vr-storytelling-influencers.html

Today we're going to talk about funerals. Maybe not the most obvious topic an event platform. But there is a big shift from traditional funerals to 'events' as a funeral. - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/846_event-trends-in-the-funeral-industry.html

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What if you could start the event experience for your guests before they arrive at your venue? What if you could start involving people while they are in the car driving to your event? Lars Sørensen cam up with a solution: a pre-event radio show. - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/841_start-your-event-in-the-car-by-producing-a-radio-show.html

Data is becoming more and more important. That also applies to events. How to gather more relevant data and how te leverage that data for organising better events? Those are questions for Kevin's guest Heather Odendaal. - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/836_importance-of-data-for-events.html

Kevin talks with Hanan Challouki about why it's important as an event planner to organise inclusive events and how to reach a diverse audience. - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/835_why-and-how-to-organise-inclusive-events.html

Part two of the interview with trendwatcher Tom Palmaerts. Kevin and Tom are exploring the possibilities of NFTs for the event industry. - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/834_nfts-why-you-should-care-about-nonfungible-tokens-as-an-event-planner.html

In this eventplanner.tv episode Kevin looks forward with trendwatcher Tom Palmaerts to what the Metaverse could mean for the event industry. A must see! - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/832_what-you-need-to-know-about-the-metaverse-as-an-event-planner.html

In this eventplanner.tv Bryce Weinert, who's organising teambuilding activities for companies like Apple, Amazon, Google and NASA, shares some same really interesting insights on building teams virtually. - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/830_how-to-build-your-team-virtually.html

Interested in a celebrity appearance on your event? A Hollywood movie star giving a speech? Kevin talks with Las Vegas based Edwin Rojas on booking the best entertainment for your events. - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/828_hire-celebrities-for-your-event.html

In this eventplanner.tv episode we're talking about how to attract talent to your event business. Especially while restarting the industry, it's more important than ever to find the right people for your venue, event agency, ... - Find the video & show notes here: https://www.eventplanner.net/tv/824_how-to-attract-talent-to-your-event-business.html