Better Events

In this episode, you'll deep dive into an event, with me, Mary Davidson, one of your cohosts. We will go through the entire event process for a specific event and share learnings along the way. ----- SHOW NOTES: Better Events episode about ROS: https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/episodes/5---What-is-a-Run-of-Show-and-Why-Does-Your-Event-Need-It-e110nkr/a-a5j8t4a ----- Questions or topic suggestio...

In this episode, we're reflecting back on Logan's experience working at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and what we can all learn as entrepreneurs from the Olympic Games. ----- SHOW NOTES: 6 lessons you can learn from the Olympics:  https://loganclements.medium.com/what-the-winter-olympics-can-teach-you-about-entrepreneurship-929b7fc7a3ef Olympics Jobs (Jetset Sports):  https://www.jetsetsports.com/joinou...

In this episode, we'll share our experience at the annual "Events Pros On the Go" retreat (held this year in Key West, Florida) and how YOU can get involved in future retreats. We are joined by retreat co-host and friend of the podcast, Jessica Tate!  Follow Jessica here: Instagram: @tate_creative LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-tate-cmp-des-veip-85260379/z http://www.tatecreativeeve...

We're excited to host social media expert, Christina from Heart & Social! We dive into the importance of social media and provide tangible tips on things that you can do to amp up your social game. ----- - Follow Heart & Social here: Website:  https://www.heartandsocialmedia.com/ Facebook: @heartandsocialmedia Instagram: @heartandsocialmedia Pinterest:  https://www.pinterest.com/heartandso...

In this episode, you'll learn more about me, Mary Davidson, one of your co-hosts! Including my event planning experience, my favorite things about events, how I got here, and learn more about my business as well. Thanks for tuning in! Keep in touch with me (Mary) here: Website @epeventsllc YouTube ----- Questions or topic suggestions? Email bettereventspod@gmail.com FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @better...

In this episode, you'll learn more about me, Logan Clements. I talk about my background in sports, how I got started in events, and living abroad in China. Keep in touch with me (Logan) here: Website @loganstrategygroup_events YouTube ----- Questions or topic suggestions? Email bettereventspod@gmail.com FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @bettereventspod @loganstrategygroup (Logan) @epeventsllc (Mary) CHECK...

We're excited to host fellow event planner and friend of the podcast, Laura Yarbrough of Laura Yarbrough Events. We dive into the hospitality side of events and why you should make sure it plays a part in your planning process ----- - Follow Laura here: Email: laura@laurayarbroughevents.com Website: http://www.laurayarbroughevents.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraayarbrough/ Instagr...

In this episode, we'll share with you how we get clients and you will come away with ideas to build your client pool and grow your business. ----- Questions or topic suggestions? Email bettereventspod@gmail.com FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @bettereventspod @loganstrategygroup (Logan) @epeventsllc (Mary) CHECK OUT OUR BEHIND THE SCENES RECORDINGS ON YOUTUBE ! THANKS FOR THE LOVE! Love this podcast? Plea...

In this episode, we're breaking out our crystal balls to predict the future of the event industry. Join us as we talk about what we've learned in the last year and how you can stay ahead of the event trends in the future. ----- Questions or topic suggestions? Email bettereventspod@gmail.com FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @bettereventspod @loganstrategygroup (Logan) @epeventsllc (Mary) CHECK OUT OUR BEHIN...

We're joined by Anca from Trifan Events and the Events Demystified podcast as she shares all about hybrid event production, how to create a polished hybrid event, and how to decide if hybrid events are right for you. We are pleased to have Anca as a guest of the Better Events Podcast! ----- - Follow Anca here: Website: https://treefanevents.com/hybrid-event-services/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...

In this episode, you'll learn more about how you can incorporate contingency planning into your events and why it's so important. ----- Bonus tip: Allseated - A great floor planning platform!  ----- Questions or topic suggestions? Email bettereventspod@gmail.com FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @bettereventspod @loganstrategygroup (Logan) @epeventsllc (Mary) CHECK OUT OUR BEHIND THE SCENES RECORDINGS ON YO...

In this episode, you'll learn more about what an event planner/producer does. Whether you are in the event industry, interested in getting started in the industry, or just want to learn more about what we do, this episode is for you! ----- Questions or topic suggestions? Email bettereventspod@gmail.com FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @bettereventspod @loganstrategygroup (Logan) @epeventsllc (Mary) CHECK O...

We're joined by Jess Keener, of Jess Keener Photography. Jess has been an entrepreneur for the past 13 years running a photography business called Jessica Keener Photography, specializing in portraits and event photography. She is currently starting a new business, Palate Cookies, baking a variety of creative cookies with an exploratory palette of flavors. In today's episode, Jess will guide you o...

In this episode, you'll learn more about how you can manage stress and come away knowing that you're not alone and that we all need a reminder to take care of our personal needs. ----- Why you should try new things - Logan's Blog Post Is stress good or bad? Article 1 , Article 2 Book Recommendation: Why We Sleep Gretchen Rubin's 4 Tendencies Quiz and the Happiness Project book ----- Questions or t...

In this episode, you'll learn more about upgrading your own virtual setup and how to complete your own speaker tech check and come away with platform and tool suggestions to improve how you present yourself professionally in the virtual world. ----- Learn more about our workshop we present on this topic! Our favorite video of the year: Lawyer Zoom Cat Top 4 platforms for virtual events/streaming:...

We're joined by Vanessa Loney, Head of Global Planning for Blue Ribbon Events. Vanessa has overseen some of the most elaborate festivals, corporate events and social galas for a client list that includes celebrities, business executives and non-profits. In today's episode, Vanessa will guide us on how to get more business with RFPs (Request for Proposals) and you, our listeners, will come away kno...

In today's episode, we're going to dive into your Run of Show/your ROS/timeline and how to build it and use it in your event. ----- Check out Logan's Blog post and YouTube video about this topic! Exclusive listener giveaway: Email us for a copy of a Run of Show template! ----- Questions or topic suggestions? Email bettereventspod@gmail.com FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @bettereventspod @loganstrategygro...

In today's episode, you'll learn about strategies to utilize when planning your fundraising event and come away with tangible tips on how to get started. Mary and Logan tackle the best kind of fundraisers to do and if fundraisers really are the best way to raise funds.  ----- Our favorite fundraising event platforms: Auctria , Pledgeling , One Cause , Greater Giving , and Charity Auctions Today  ...

We're joined by Jaclyn from Plan Me Away LLC as she shares how to stay COVID compliant at hybrid events. Jaclyn, based out of LA, has over 20 years of experience in event production and business operations and we are pleased to have her as a guest of the Better Events Podcast!  ----- - Follow Jaclyn @planmeaway on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter and learn more about her services at planmeaway.co...

In today's episode, you'll learn more about your why / your events North Star and how you can apply it to your planning process to create better events!  Logan's Blog post Email Mary for her event Marketing/Communications Timeline Template. Check your internet speed at https://fast.com. ----- Questions or topic suggestions? Email bettereventspod@gmail.com FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @bettereventspod @...

What is this podcast? Who are your hosts? What can you expect in this podcast? What will you gain by listening to this podcast? Take a listen to find out! Logan's favorite clipboard linked here . Our favorite project management tools: Toggl or ClickUp Mary's favorite caterer/food presentation: Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream ----- Questions or topic suggestions? Email bettereventspod@gmail.com FOLLOW...

Welcome to the "Better Events" podcast! Join two event strategists, 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. An...