Podcast by IAVM HQ
Eileen Kulish, National Accounts Manager for MTS SEATING, shares details on why the recent repeal of CAL 133 will improve the seating experience your venue guests. We also hear about the new design trends that are affecting the form of the optimal chair.
With IAVM’s Venue Management School right around the corner, Alexis and Shelley’s special guests this month are VMS Student Representatives, Kristina Lankow and Rod Saavedra to talk about their experiences last year and what they’re looking forward in 2019.
IAVM Mentor Connector Committee Members, McKenzie Rowley & Andrew L. Shreve, speak to Alexis & Shelly about how this exciting program helps the careers of new and veteran members alike.
Todd Shuttleworth, Zero Waste TRUE Advisor & Corporate Sales Manager for MAX-R, joins the show to tell us about the Front of House of Venues are creating new sustainable green program. He also elaborates on the underlying reasons why these programs emerge in the industry.
Ian King, Vice President of Sales for MTS Seating, joins the show to explain how the chairs in your venue can positively affect your guests’ experience. Ian elaborates how their form and function have evolved to accomplish this goal. Ian also shares his experiences concerning mentorship and professional development. He also gives his insights into how new professionals in the venue industry can succeed in their careers.
Ken Stockdell, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Vice President & Director of Convention Centers for HKS joins the show to talk about the changing nature of public spaces in convention centers. Ken tells us how some centers are exploring the connection between concourses/prefunction spaces and the streetscape outside. Ken also speaks about his career and how architects act as partners with both venue managers and stakeholders.
IAVM Allied Member, Biren Shukla, CEO and Founder of Forum Info-Tech, speaks to Alexis & Shelly about the always relevant topic of cybersecurity. Biren provides a thorough description of the dangers facing venues’ IT infrastructure and explains what you as professionals can do to protect your organizations.
Jim Sanfilippo is president, founder and CEO of Nila Inc. Before starting Nila in 2004 Jim spent 21-years behind the camera as a Lighting Designer and Key Grip in motion picture and television production. Jim shares with us how LEDs are revolutionizing the guest experience for visitors at your venues. Not only are LED’s more sustainable than traditional lights, they provide superior ROI.
Alexis and Shelley chat with Eboni Wilson, Director of Guest Services at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and Andrew Shreve, Director of Business Development at The Cow Palace in Daly City, CA. They discuss being a young supervisor and supervising their elders, friends and those who were formally colleagues at the same level. They also discuss tips for garnering respect as young professionals in a large multi-faceted workplace, delegation, and typical pitfalls to watch out for.
Paul Villotti, in addition to serving as the Director of Life Safety for Henderson Engineers, is highly active as Vice Chair and faculty member for the upcoming Academy for Venue Safety & Security (AVSS). Paul joins us to share some practical insights on the topics of fire alarm systems, the engineering profession, and the art of teaching venue managers.
The Coffee Break - Episode 24 - Volunteer Recruitment, Recognition, And Retention by IAVM HQ
Charlie Johnson, President of Johnson Consulting, joins us to talk about the strategies cities are employing to bring people back to their downtown areas. Also don't miss out on Charlie's excellent advice on where to eat for the upcoming VenueConnect 2019.
Episode 15: Sports teams abound, construction all around, where it can all be found.... Las Vegas! Alexis and Shelley hear all about the exciting new developments happening in Las Vegas from Darren Davis, CVE, VP of Entertainment, Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. You'll learn about: Recent acquisition of the WNBA Las Vegas Aces; Playoff Fever with the Las Vegas Golden Knights hockey; & Renovations and Remodeling of facilities.
In this very special edition of THE COFFEE BREAK, Alexis & Shelley interview professionals from within this “crazy little industry” that found this “crazy little thing called love” among their colleagues. Celebrate the season of Valentine’s Day with us and swoon over some heartwarming venue love stories.
Alexis and Shelley chat with Mr. Juan Rodriguez, Executive Vice President/General Manager of BBVA Compass Stadium in Houston about how local venue managers helped their community during and after Hurricane Harvey.
Alexis Berggren, General Manager of the Old National Events Plaza and Shelley Ellis, General Manager of the Visalia Convention Center discuss the many benefits of IAVM’s group membership program with special guests Justin Aquino, Event Manager for Utah Valley Convention Center and Gina Brydson, IAVM’s Director of Membership.
Amphitheaters & Fairgrounds Boot Camp Facilitator, Rey O'Day, welcomes attendees and gives them concepts to consider before arriving at VenueConnect.
Alexis Berggren, General Manager of the Old National Events Plaza and Shelley Ellis, General Manager of the Visalia Convention Center discuss VenueConnect 2017 with VC Programming Chair, Erin Jepson, CMP, Director of Event Services for the Oregon Convention Center.
Alexis Berggren, General Manager of the Old National Events Plaza and Shelley Ellis, General Manager of the Visalia Convention Center discuss "How to land that first job out of college" with guest Erin Wylie, a Senior in Venue Administration Major at Kennesaw State University.
Shelley Ellis, General Manager of the Visalia Convention Center speaks with special guests, Mikel Hoffman, Enterprise Sales Director, Social Tables & Evelyn Ingram, VP of Sales, EventBooking about how to get the most out of exhibiting at VenueConnect as well as how to get the most out of attending - a win-win.
Alexis Berggren, Director of Event Services at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center discusses "How to Host a Chapter Meeting" with special guests, Shaun Davis, CBSE, from the South Towne Expo Center and Robby Elliott, CVP from the Mesa Arts Center.
Alexis Berggren, Director of Event Services at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, and Shelley Ellis, General Manager of the Visalia Convention Center discuss the IAVM Mentor Connector program with guests, Kathryn Carlson, CVP with the American Airlines Center, McKenzie Rowley with NRG Park & Andrea Smalls with the Georgia International Convention Center.
Alexis Berggren, Director of Event Services at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, and Shelley Ellis, General Manager of the Visalia Convention Center discuss the latest food and beverage trends with guest Chris Carton the Executive Chef and Director of Food & Beverage for the Venuworks/RiverCenter Convention Center & The Adler Theatre.
Alexis Berggren, Director of Event Services at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, and Shelley Ellis, General Manager of the Visalia Convention Center discuss the best and the worst holiday events with guest, Darren Davis, CFE, VP of Entertainment with the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.
Alexis Berggren, Director of Event Services at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, and Shelley Ellis, General Manager of the Visalia Convention Center discuss human resource issues and employee evaluations with Kelli Zohar-Davis, SPICE Training Manager at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
Alexis Berggren, Director of Event Services at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, and Shelley Ellis, General Manager of the Visalia Convention Center interview Brad Mayne, CFE, IAVM's President & CEO.
Alexis Berggren, Director of Event Services at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, and Shelley Ellis, General Manager of the Visalia Convention Center discuss social media success stories with Tammy Koolbeck, CFE, Executive Director of the Iowa State Center & Holly Boman, Marketing Manager of the Iowa State Center.
Alexis Berggren, Director of Event Services at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, and Shelley Ellis, General Manager of the Visalia Convention Center interview Mark Gnatovic, Senior Vice President, SearchWide on the topic of Career.
The Venue is a monthly call-in show and podcast about the issues venue managers face every day. Episode 1 features a discussion about live-streaming apps, selfie sticks, comedians, and proper etiquette at rock concerts.
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