Event Masters Podcast

Kicking off our new mini series is a discussion of the pros, cons, and uses of Front vs. Rear Projection. Take a listen as Jorge shares all his technical knowledge on this aspect of events and how to decide which one is right for you.

We are kicking off 2020 with our very own Lorena and Jorge sharing everything you need to know about setting and achieving your goals in 2020. Take a listen for the secret behind setting goals that you will achieve and how to use the RPM system to grow both personally and professionally this year.

Today we are honored to share our interview with esteemed colleague and new friend, Ruzzo Martinelli.  Take a listen as we hear his journey in the event industry, what you must know when booking talent for your event, and his take on what it takes to become... an Event Master!

In our last podcast, with Event Master Joella Hopkins, we discussed briefly that one of the hardest parts of having your own event business is leading & managing your employees. Today we are diving deeper into the topic and discussing everything you must know about hiring and managing a team.

Today we are beyond honored to welcome renowned event planner Joella Hopkins to the Master's Lounge. Over the past 20 years, Joella has built a reputation in the event industry for her passion, meticulous attention to detail, and unmatched vision she brings to every project. Take a listen and we discuss her start in the industry, scaling her businesses, and her unique journey in the event industry.

Natural disasters can occur at any time. Whether it is a fast moving fire, devastating hurricane, unexpected earthquake, or anything in between, it is important to be prepared at your event. Take a a listen to Event Master Lorena Prado discuss her experience and advice regarding emergency preparedness, and use the link below for additional resources: https://www.meetingstoday.com/newsevents/industrynews/industrynewsdetails/articleid/31923/title/emergency-response-plan-template-for-planners

In today's episode, we are beyond honored to have the one and only Jeffrey Craig Siber in the Master's Lounge. Take a listen to hear how this former dance instructor now produces multi-million dollar events all across the United States and his secrets to becoming... and event master!

A few weeks back we invited Madison onto the podcast to share her insights onto The Ultimate Guide To Promoting Your Event On Social Media. Overnight it became one of our most downloaded podcasts to date! So we invited her back to discuss more insights into the social media world!

With over 15 years of experience, Mariella is a hospitality industry master. Take a listen to this episode to find out her journey to success, what it was like "growing up" in sales, the importance of connecting in person, secrets of the industry, her tips for work/life balance, and what it takes to become... an event master!

From weddings and non-profits, to presidential rallies and boxing matches, Sondra Wagner has planned just about any event you can imagine over the past 30 years. On today's episode we sat down with her to discuss where she gets her inspiration from, what it takes to be successful in this industry, and what it takes to become... an event master!

In today's sales and marketing world the hot topic is story telling! This new buzzword has transformed the way consumers interact with brands, and we are so excited to share with you our interview with Lorena Prado all about the topic. Today Lorena is sharing the foundation of story telling, the science behind why it works, and what you can do to become a master of it.

Known for their quality rentals and educational service that can help you with everything from teaspoons to tents, AV Party Rentals has been a prominent event rental company in the Los Angeles area for the past five decades. In today's episode, we sat down with President of AV Party Rentals Rusty Parr to hear about his start in events, changes in the industry, what trends he has been seeing take place, and what it takes to become... an event master!

Did you know that the average person spends 2 hours and 22 minutes on social media each day? Having an effective social media strategy for your business and events is crucial to reaching your goals successfully. Today we are discussing common mistakes, tips for reaching your ideal clients, and the secret to beating the ever-changing algorithm. 

LIVE from an industry luncheon, today in the Master's Lounge we are sharing Jorge's keynote presentation on company culture. Jam-packed with incredible nuggets on assessing your company culture, shocking statistics on the workplace, and, more importantly, what you can do to solve the issues.

When booking a keynote speaker, there are a variety of factors to consider in order to set them up for success. Today in the Master's Lounge, we sat down with Jorge Lopez, who has been on both sides of the microphone. As a highly sought after keynote speaker and audio visual expert, Jorge shared with us today everything you need to know about setting up your keynote speaker for success!

Today in the Master's Lounge we are discussing the importance of goal setting with your events. Whether it is a small meeting or large gala, it is important to understand what success will look like for yourself, your attendees, and your stakeholders. Take a listen as we sit down with Jorge Lopez to discuss setting up goals, measuring KPIs, and what it takes to meet your goals like an event master!

On today's episode of the Event Master's Podcast, we are sitting down with renowned Los Angeles Event Planner, Jennifer Minzey. With over 15 years of experience in the event industry, Jennifer Minzey is known for her passion and mentorship, as well as knowledge in the non-profit and association sector. She has spearheaded large events, like the Special Olympic World Games, and currently is the Director of Events for the prestigious Building Industry Association. We are honored to be able to get an inside look at how she got her start, the dynamics of planning both large and small events, and her view on what it takes to become... an event master!

You know what they say, in the event industry it is all about who you know! However, for many, even the thought of networking sends a fearful shiver down their spine, causing them to avoid networking events at all costs. That is why we are sitting down with the always incredible Lorena Prado! Not only has she seen an immense amount of success from her networking strategy, but she also has been in the industry for over 2 decades and has seen the good, the bad, and the ugly of networking. Today she is sitting down in our master's lounge and sharing tips for introverts at networking events, the importance of intention and goal setting before the event, the absolute "no nos" of networking, and the 6 must know tips for successful networking.  

On this episode of the Event Masters Podcast, we sat down with the producer of the successful Bellisima Bride Bridal Show, Sandra Lopez. Since its origination in 2005, Bellisima quickly made a name for itself by connecting brides and grooms with their dream wedding vendors, and was even named one of the top 5 bridal shows in LA by CBS. Today Sandra is sharing with us what it takes to produce 2 successful shows each year, advice she has for other wedding professionals participating in wedding shows, what her must have travel item is.

You know what they say, "Employees don't quit the job, they quit the boss." Company culture directly impacts burnout, turnover, and even profits of your business, especially in the events industry. As a sought-after keynote speaker on the topic of company culture, we decided to sit down with Jorge Lopez to get his insights on the biggest mistakes managers are making, what factors impact company culture, and ideas for developing a happy, productive environment for your employees.  

Today we had the opportunity to sit down with photography legend and industry expert, Michael, from Michael Anthony Photography. In just 8 short years, Michael had catapulted to the top of his field and lead his team to winning prestigious awards like Diamond Photographer of the Year and was ranked #2 Photographer Worldwide. He is also a highly sought after speaker for his expertise, and he has been invited to speak at Shutterfest, Wedding and Portrait Photographers International, and Professional Photographers of America. Listen today as we get a behind the scenes look at highs and lows in his journey, where he loves to eat after an event, and his input on what it takes to become... an event master!

We are kicking off the Event Masters Podcast with the always incredible Jorge Lopez! Known for his unparalleled talent behind the mic and flawless event production, Jorge and his team at J&M Events have scaled a small entertainment company into a multi-million dollar event production company. In addition to his own business, Jorge is a highly sought after speaker to help other event professionals achieve the same success. He has been invited to be a Master at ILEA's Meet the Masters 3 times and has also spoke at the Valley Industry Association, Meeting Professionals International, National Association of Catering Executives, and countless others. With that being said, take a seat in our Master's Lounge and hear from Jorge Lopez what it takes to become... an event master!