Planners on Purpose Podcast

This episode features Kenny Totten, Co-Founder and COO of Allyfly which makes group airfare booking easier for event planners. Episode Highlights The internet is designed to disrupt all middle-men and agencies need to find ways to support themselves online. Kenny talks about how he and his business partner Eric took a risk in building a group travel tool in the midst of a pandemic and how they wen...

Getting your Certified Meeting Professional certification and designation is a big decision, and I want you to know all about the requirements. This episode will focus on providing you with why you should move forward with getting your cmp, the benefits, and the requirements.  To learn more about the specific requirements to apply for the Certified Meeting Professional Designation, go to eventscou...

In this episode, I discuss my journey from being in overwhelm with many good things happening in my life to earning my CMP designation. If you're on a journey to advance professionally, then this episode not only goes through my journey but identifies key areas of support that you'll need to make it to your next level. Episode Highlights When you are on a journey with significant changes...

In seasons of growth and expansion, there is always an opportunity to move to the next level. Are you positioned to get to your next-level as an event professional? How do you stand out so that you can advance in your career?  This episode highlights how you can stand out amongst everyone and get to your next. Episode Highlights Be an event planner that stands by your word. Say what you mean, and...

Event planners have many skills that they lean on in order to plan amazing meetings and events. If you are new to the event planning space this episode will provide you with 5 basic essential skills that event planners can lean on when developing yourself as an event planner. Episode Highlights Customer service is an essential skill that allows you to service your client effectively. With customer...

Do you struggle to maintain your work-life balance as an event professional? Do you feel like you are constantly overwhelmed? This May, for Mental Health Awareness Month, we are reading How to Keep House While Drowning . And, in this episode of the podcast, we will talk about tips to help you embrace more ease in your work and at home while planning those amazing events. Here are some takeaways fr...

In this episode , we explore the power of focus that is needed while planning meetings and events. With so many distractions, tasks, and to-do's event planners face the challenge of staying focused so that they can get all of the things done. If you are struggling with focusing while you're planning events, then this episode is for you. Episode Highlights It's so easy to procrastina...

Tim Flors has been a hotelier at heart for most of his career. From the Baymont Inn and Suites as Director of Sales to National Sales Manager and Director of National of Sales at Gaylord Palms Resort - he has meetings and events in his blood. Tim joined Groups360 to see how they make it easier for event professionals.  “The process is broken,” he explains. “It’s inefficient and ineffective. It’s b...

Brittny Drye is the founder and editor of Love Inc., a wedding blog and digital publication centered on equality. She has been celebrated by the New York Times, The Advocate, Cosmopolitan and more. Brittny champions inclusivity and is an anchor for advocacy in the equality and inclusion space. In this episode, Brittny will unpack inclusivity and how you can be more inclusive for your clients.  Epi...

As a successful wedding photographer, Lynne Reznick captures each couple’s unique love story through her images. Lynne's start in the photography space began with mentorship, so in this episode, she will share her passion for mentorships with us.  Episode Highlights As a mentee don't put pressure on yourself to know everything immediately. Give yourself space to learn and grow under some...

Nora Sheils is a wealth of knowledge in the events industry and knows exactly what creating an impressive team can do for a business. Her talent for project management, operational efficiency, business expansion, and team dynamics support and propel event professionals to do their best. In this episode, Nora talks all about creating an impressive team and what that means for those that plan events...

Leah Weinberg is a perfect blend of support for event professionals being an author, a recovering event planner, and an attorney. In this episode, we'll discuss the feelings and emotions that come with an event planner's job and how to walk through them.  Episode Highlights When you can think through some of the big things that go wrong then you are prepared for the small things that com...

Today's interview feature is with special guest Mark Herschberg. Mark is the creator of the Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success that No One Taught You and the creator of the Brain Dump App. Mark has also been recognized on many podcasts, and shows, and has received a plethora of awards for his Career Toolkit book. In this episode, we talk about communication and how if you use commun...

Today's interview feature is with special guest Jordan Kentris. Jordan is the owner of A Good Day, a boutique design firm, born to serve planners and their eclectic tastes and styles within events. Jordan has also been recognized as the Most Innovative People in 2020 for his creative, holistic approach to virtual events. In this episode, we talk about how you can turn criticism to positivity...

Today's interview feature is with special guest Deanna Nwosu. Deanna is a leader in the meeting and event industry as well as an event emcee, moderator, and speaker that believes that the power of memories is overlooked. We will talk a bit about the power of memories and how important they are, especially with the events that we plan. Episode Highlights Don't allow fear to prevent you fr...

Have you ever struggled to meet the goals that you've set? In this episode, I will share six strategies that I've used to stay focused on my goals. Hopefully, these strategies will help you succeed in all that you are looking to accomplish for this year. Episode Highlights I've had opportunities in my lifetime to take on big projects,  and lead teams, and although the journey seemed...

In this episode, I sit down with Jodi Goldbeck, CMP,  a  full-time instructor at Madison College since 2009. Jodi has been studying mindset, grit, and well-being since 2015 after experiencing a series of unexpected challenges in her life.   Based on Jodi's studies and the unwavering belief that individuals can change the trajectory of their lives,  she developed a curriculum called Mastering...

This episode explores 4 different areas of intentional planning as you prepare for a new year.   Be realistic of your time. Be mindful of your space. Be intentional about your results. Be purposeful about your self-care.  As you head into the new year, reflect on your challenges and successes of the last year. Be super intentional so that you can make this year the best one yet! Links and Resource...

There are many shifts that are happening as we are phasing into another era of the pandemic. We have lost team members, gained others, and face the challenge of building amazing teams we had once before. Episode Highlights Many people are exhausted from all the hard work in this season, yet many are excited to get back to work.  We are currently planning events differently, there isn’t an event th...

In this episode, I invite you to tune into a discussion that I was honored to have with John Chen. John was a guest at this past book club and taught us quite a bit about engaging in virtual meetings. Episode Highlights: If you want to learn about how to engage in virtual meetings, then you will need to learn the ENGAGE method. Engage with every attendee. Never lead a meeting alone. Good looks. Ai...

I'm delighted to have Nyna Caputi ,  Founder of The Expat Woman and Digital Event Academy as a guest on the podcast. Nyna has an inspiring story of purpose that starts as she settles into her first years in America. Nyna imagined a world in which she would bring together a network of women, that are also experiencing this country for the first time. This network became The Expat Woman. Nyna i...

This is a new yet special episode of the podcast. We're celebrating the BIG 50! Annnnd, I'm introducing you to my accountability partners! Yes, as you know I've talked many times about the importance of having someone in your life to help uplift and empower you to meet your goals. That may be a coach for you, or a team like this, but it is so important and necessary. I want you to m...

In this episode, I pull up with Katherine Frost, returning guest on the Planners on Purpose Podcast. We discuss what is happening at ORO Planner , and also discuss how the event industry is returning post-pandemic. We also discuss some key event trends to keep an eye out for. I hope you enjoy this episode! Episode Highlights Katherine discusses the new design board that has launched within the Oro...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The conversation around mental health should be elevated and discussed. In this episode,  you will hear about 3 myths that you should know about mental health, and what to do about them. Understanding some myths around mental health will be able to help us continue to bring important conversations forward. Episode Highlights It is important to talk about menta...

Procrastination can get the best of us, especially when we are trying to reach our goals. In this episode of the Planners on Purpose Podcast, we discuss how to overcome procrastination through 5 easy tips. Episode Highlights When you are dealing with procrastination, take a deeper look at the core issue of why you keep pushing things aside. Place tasks on your calendar so that they can alert you t...