Coffee Talk…a Venue Managers Guide

Today Sarah & TJ have the pleasure of hosting their new best friends, Abigail Noel and Morgan Key with Destination Bryan; Ready to get the break down of who they are, what they do, and what they're bringing to the area!? SARAH, TJ, ABIGAIL, AND MORGAN CHAT ABOUT Abigail and Morgan's Roles Their Favorite Parts of their Jobs Facilities/Room Rentals Unique Experience Packages Their Favorite Bryan...

Sit down with Sarah & TJ today as they chat with Brian Nakamura, a professor at the Bush School! SARAH, TJ & BRIAN CHAT ABOUT -  Brian's position within the Bush School -  The biggest drawing factors of the Bush School -  Major projects, papers, etc. he is working on -  Brian's favorite part about working at the Bush School -  Where he hopes to see the School go in...

Today Sarah & TJ sit down with Morgan Meador the CSM of Cavalry Court & the George Hotels as she give them all of the event & venue offerings at BOTH hotels! Don't forget to stick around for the low down on her viral wedding experience! SARAH, TJ, AND MORGAN CHAT ABOUT Morgan's Role  Morgan's Favorite Part of the Job Facilities/Room Rentals The George and Cavalry Court Events Morg...

On today's episode, Sarah & TJ are joined by Tawyna Moehlman from the Rec Center at TAMU College Station, TX to chat about the different facilities and capabilities of hosting a PLETHORA of different events. From dance practice to banquets, the Rec can do it all. SARAH, TJ, AND TAWYNA CHAT ABOUT Tawyna's Role at the Rec Tawyna's Favorite Part of the Job Special Events Facilities Room Rentals T...

Today Sarah & Tj sit down with Professor, Director, Ambassador Andrew Natsios of the Scowcroft Institute. Hang on tight because they cover everything from past careers to current world affairs to future predictions.  SARAH,TJ & PROFESSOR NATSIOS CHAT ABOUT What is Andrew Natsios' position within the Bush School?  How long has he worked here? What was the main draw to the School?&...

Join us as we pick the brain of Dr. Will Brown, Professor & Director of the Center of Non Profits & Philanthropy at the Bush School of Government & Public Service. We cover everything from who he really is to what the future might hold for the Center!  SARAH & TJ CHAT ABOUT What is your position within the Bush School?  How long have you worked here? What was the main dra...

On today's episode, Sarah & TJ discuss what venues are doing to rejuvenate old ideas and altogether new inclusion options we should be seeing more of!   A few corrections, so no one yells at us: "Pivoting" is NOT a Covid Documentary on Netflix. Sarah's oldest child is 10, not 11. IACC is the International Association of Conference Centers.   SARAH & TJ CHAT ABOUT  Senso...

Sarah & TJ are back in action for our 4th season of Coffee Talk! Join them as they explore venues within the Bryan/College Station community. On Episode 1 of Season 4, TJ & Sarah recap the Catering & Vendor Showcase, updates at the APCC, and the future!  *Apologies for misspelling and probably mispronouncing all names incorrectly.* SARAH & TJ CHAT ABOUT Season topic: Venue Foc...

In today's ep. 7, we cover everything from Academic advising to Disney and events to tattoos as we welcome our new favorite person: Melyssa Anne. <3 Army brat, Tex-European, self-proclaimed Disney freak, Melyssa-Anne Stricklin wants you to become an independent thinker and learn who you are. As an Academic Advisor, Melyssa-Anne advises students in several academic areas such as: Agricultural Ec...

Today we chat with Program Manager of Events & Donor Relations: Brenden Chaney. Join us as he takes us on his journey of being in the private events sector to helping open the Bush School Teaching Site in the heart of DC! (Hang around to find out about his adventures jumping off things) *Disclaimer: We do not have a sponsorship from McDonalds- paid or non-paid!  SARAH, TJ, & BRENDEN C...

We found our new bestie. Today we interview Ashley Peacock, who was first met through an IAVM region 6 meeting, to find out about the mass amount of amazing things she has done and is doing!  Work, family, leashed cats.. and much more! SARAH, TJ, & ASHLEY CHAT ABOUT How Ashley got in to the Event/Venue Management/Hospitality industry. What Ashley's role is at her current job & what ty...

Join us for our FIRST onsite interview! Sorry for the glare!!  Jessica Tucker, one of the owners of Rail & Rye, tells all in the journey of opening a rooftop bar during a pandemic, booking talent, drink menus, and so many tree branch stories! SARAH, TJ, & JESSICA CHAT ABOUT Rail & Rye & where the concept come from The process of opening a new venue & some lessons learned W...

Episode 3! Join us today in our lively conversation with special guest, Holly Kasperbauer as she divulges all of the Bush School's secrets! Can we get a vote on Holly bringing all of her puppers over to the PCC? Doggie daycare anyone? SARAH, TJ, & HOLLY CHAT ABOUT Who is Holly & what does she do at Texas A&M & T he Bush School  New Student Orientation Week Planning Planning an...

Episode 2! We interview Lieutenant General (retired) Jay Silveria; Executive Director of the Bush School D.C! We get the answers to all our questions from the future of the DC campus to favorite music styles. Join us in welcoming our new best friend in Washington D.C! SARAH, TJ, & JAY CHAT ABOUT What brought Jay to The Bush School & working with Dean Welsh Texas A&M & T he Bush Sch...

Do you want to hear some more from TJ, Sarah,  Dean Welsh, & Dr. Ashley?  Here is a bonus clip from our latest recording of #coffee talk. They discuss a lot of random things and will keep you laughing for another 20 minutes!  Find out what they have to say about being talk show hosts, ballroom dancing, roller derby, cheerleading, the VFW, Top Gun, flying planes, the Dirty Dancin...

Welcome to Ep 1, Sn 3 of #COFFEETALK! TJ & Sarah are joined by two very special, very funny guests with us to discuss everything! From their time at the Bush School of Government & Public Service to who is the better golfer...or dancer. Please join us today on this wonderful rollercoaster of an episode with General (Ret.) Mark A. Welsh III & Dr. Frank B. Ashley III. SARAH, TJ, DEAN WEL...

On episode 7 of “Where Are They Now?," we catch up with Korrigan Roman. Korrigan was an event intern at the  APCC in the fall of 2016. She, alongside her fellow interns, assisted in planning and executing a variety of events hosted at the facility. Korrigan graduated from Texas A&M University in December 2016. Korrigan works at SANS Institute , a cybersecurity training company, as a Conte...

On today’s episode 6 of “Where Are They Now?” We are catching up with Josh Harms. Josh Harms worked in the PCC from 2012-13 as an AV Technician, during the dark times of Sarah’s departure. He went on to work in the Department of Performance Studies, and now works in the College of Liberal Arts Deans Office supporting 2 Associate Deans. TJ & Sarah ask Victor... What was your position when you w...

On episode 5 of “Where Are They Now?,” We are catching up with Maddie Short. Maddie is a former student employee of the PCC, currently serves as the chief operating officer at Wilems Resource Group (WRG), a boutique consulting firm specializing in compliance and engagement for Medicare value-based care programs. She works from her home office in Friendswood, TX, and collaborates with clients from...

On episode 4 of “Where Are They Now?” We are catching up with Victor Aguilar. Victor is a former Audiovisual Specialist of the PCC, currently residing in College Station, Texas. He is currently a Senior Video Network Specialist with Instructional Media Services over the Innovative Learning Classroom Building Media Center. He is married to Ashley and has two beautiful children.   TJ &...

On episode 8 of season 2, TJ & Sarah are joined by Andre Kilzer! Andrew founded Texas FilmWorks in 2016 after years of working in the Texas video & film production industry. Andrew loves many things, chief of which is artisanal bread making (seriously). He's working on developing Texas FilmWorks toward its full potential. He and his lovely wife Jen are the parents of three small humans.&nb...

Our special guests today are Kathryn Meyer, Director of Admissions/Recruitment and Ashlee Treadway, Assistant Director of Admissions at the Bush School of Government & Public Service at Texas A&M University.  Kathryn has been with the Bush School for 19 years, handling much of the School’s recruitment marketing, communications, and events as well as overseeing the general admissions p...

On today’s episode 3 of “Where Are They Now?” We are catching up with Bryan Williams. Bryan currently residing in Aurora, CO. He is currently the Senior Director at Encore Global and is also the bass player in  "Built To Last." He previously worked at the Gaylord Texan & helped open the Gaylord Rockies .   TJ & Sarah ask Bryan...   What was your position when you worked at t...

On episode 2 of “Where Are They Now?” We are catching up with Tammie Vineyard, formerly Tammie Morton. Tammie is a former Assistant Manager of the PCC, currently residing in Meridian, Texas. She’s been married to Richie since 2014.  They have a beautiful 6 month old baby girl named Maggie.  Tammie is a full-time mother, wife and farmer.  TJ & Sarah ask Tammie.... What was your p...

Today we’ll be discussing events TJ and Sarah attended, specifically TJ will fill us in on the Chamber’s Crawfish Boil at the Brazos Center, Sarah will be discussing the MLS Houston Dynamo game that occurred at Ellis Field, and update to Wolf Penn Creek’s Event request to the City Council and of course what’s coming up. SARAH & TJ CHAT ABOUT • Chamber's Crawfish Boil • MLS Houston Dynamo at El...