Podcasts about eidecom

Charles Eide CEO of EideCom joins Adam and Jordana to talk about how tariffs are changing his business.

In this bonus episode from February 2023, hosts Brandt Krueger and Will Curran are joined by Wayne Johnson Jr., Creative Director at EideCom, to discuss the revolutionary impact of AI tools on event design and production. They explore how AI is transforming the creative process, from generating stage designs to streamlining proposal creation, and debate the future implications for the events industry.Discussion Include:The evolution of AI tools in event design and their potential to revolutionize the creative processUsing AI to generate stage designs, event layouts, and visual conceptsLeveraging AI for faster turnaround times and improved client presentationsThe importance of human creativity and taste in conjunction with AI-generated contentQuotable Quotes (Should you choose to share):"We are using it as a tool - it just allows us to do more you know with less and in faster time" - Wayne Johnson Jr."I feel like AI is the car for the mind. You don't have to think about balancing, you don't have to think about pedaling, you just say go and you put a little effort and it takes you exactly where you want to go." - Will Curran"It's not automation, this is a tool for someone creative like Wayne who's going to recognize the colors and things like that... it's garbage in, garbage out." - Brandt Krueger"All of these tools are just going to make us better at our jobs and better at what we do and better at giving the client what they want as quickly as possible." - Brandt Krueger"AI is just another burnt stick. We've always been artists who use whatever tool comes to them." - Wayne Johnson Jr.Personal apologies to Wayne for misplacing this episode. You rock, man!

Title:Trust and Rethink What's Possible (ft. Lisa Mendenhall Johnson | SVP Sales | EideCom)Bio:As SVP of Sales at EideCom, Lisa works with her clients to craft engaging and memorable event experiences through the art forms of audio/visual production and creative media. Her clients span Fortune 500, private sector, and non-profit with audiences of 200-20,000+. Lisa's true passion is making a difference in her clients' lives and being a connector of people. Opening Quote:“So many companies are fully remote or a lot of their employees only see each other, you know, once or twice a year at a sales kickoff or an annual meeting. So I think events are even more integral to a company's culture and to the growth of a business and morale than they ever have been.”Summary:In this episode of No More Bad Events, Scott interviews Lisa Mendenhall Johnson about all things related to event production.  Things like logistics planning, technical elements, design, content management, and execution.  Those, of course, are the nuts and bolts. Shoring all of that up is creativity and, most significantly, trust.Scott and Lisa touch on the critical role of trust in vendor-client relationships, the challenges of balancing client expectations with budget constraints, and the importance of having a dedicated and knowledgeable team.Lisa emphasizes the importance of engaging the production team early in the planning stages to ensure seamless execution and optimal audience experience. They also discuss the impact of recent trends, like VR for pre-visualizing events and the use of AI in stage design.The latter is a prime example of always rethinking what's possible, the principle on which her company, Eidecom, stands. And the way Lisa tells it, the team at Eidecom sincerely believes that every event is an opportunity to create something new and inspiring.Lisa also discloses some fun and entertaining anecdotes about overcoming last-minute challenges, such as technical glitches and power outages during major events.The conversation goes full circle and once again lands on the topic of trust—the cornerstone of successful event production. Lisa shares how earning client trust transforms events from good to unforgettable. It's not just about mics and lights; it's about relationships and reliability.HIRE THEM TO SPEAK:Follow Lisa Mendenhall Johnson: Connect with Lisa Mendenhall JohnsonFollow Scott Bloom: eSpeakers BioFollow eSpeakers: eSpeakers MarketplaceABOUT NO MORE BAD EVENTS:Brought to you by eSpeakers and hosted by professional emcee, host, and keynote speaker Scott Bloom, No More Bad Events is where you'll hear from some of the top names in the event and speaking industry about what goes on behind the scenes at the world's most perfectly executed conferences, meetings, and more. Get ready to learn the secrets and strategies to help anyone in the event industry reach their goal of putting on nothing less than world-class events. Learn more at: nomorebadevents.comABOUT THE HOST:A veteran comedian and television personality who has built a reputation as the go-to choice for business humor, Scott has hosted hundreds of events over two decades for big and small organizations alike. Scott has also hosted his own weekly VH1 series and recently co-hosted a national simulcast of the Grammy Awards from the Palace Theater.As the son of a successful salesman, he was exposed to the principles of building a business at an early age. As a comedian, Scott cut his teeth at renowned improv and comedy clubs. And as a self-taught student of psychology, he's explored what makes people tick and has written a book (albeit a farce) on how to get through life. He's uniquely positioned to deliver significant notes on connecting people and making business seriously funny. And who doesn't like to laugh? Learn more about Scott: scottbloomconnects.comPRODUCED BY eSpeakers:When the perfect speaker is in front of the right audience, a kind of magic happens where organizations and individuals improve in substantial, long-term ways. eSpeakers exists to make this happen more often. eSpeakers is where the speaking industry does business on the web. Speakers, speaker managers, associations, and bureaus use our tools to organize, promote and grow successful businesses. Event organizers think of eSpeakers first when they want to hire speakers for their meetings or events.The eSpeakers Marketplace technology lets us and our partner directories help meeting professionals worldwide connect directly with speakers for great engagements. Thousands of successful speakers, trainers, and coaches use eSpeakers to build their businesses and manage their calendars. Thousands of event organizers use our directories every day to find and hire speakers. Our tools are built for speakers, by speakers, to do things that only purpose-built systems can.Learn more at: eSpeakers.comSHOW CREDITS:Scott Bloom: Host | scottbloomconnects.comJoe Heaps: eSpeakers | jheaps@eSpeakers.com 

After adapting to virtual events during the pandemic, many planning teams are searching for ways to improve their AV components. But to make improvements, it's essential to understand what's going on in the audio/video world. So, how can you learn where to start? In this episode, Brandt Krueger (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brkrueger/), Senior Production Manager for EideCom (https://eidecom.com/), joins the show to delve into AV trends in events. Having been in the industry for over 25 years, Brandt has a wealth of knowledge to pull from and offers insights on how to level up your AV game. He shares his thoughts on how AV trends in 2024 will continue to evolve, moving in the general direction of more professional equipment. Dissecting the stigmas surrounding “hybrid events,” he explains the difference between attending an event virtually and watching a live stream. You'll also learn Brandt's strategies for getting ahead of the curve regarding the upward trend in AV pricing. In this episode, you'll learn: Why you should prioritize audio components in events How the pandemic has evolved the usage of video in events How you can avoid AV contract pricing pitfalls

In this episode, Charles Eide, the Founder and CEO of EideCom, discusses the significance of establishing and maintaining company values and culture for driving company growth.What we're talking about:  Building a culture of creativity Company growth Community  Employee experience 

In this episode, David sits down with Charles Eide, Founder and CEO of EideCom, to discuss why you should NOT focus on what you're bad at but you should instead focus on what you're good at. Show Notes: http://trustedleadershow.com/ Buy David's NEWEST Book "Trusted Leader": https://amzn.to/3luyqf1

In a moment of crisis, some people freeze up. Others spring into action because they've learned lessons along the way to help them see their way through tough situations. Even one moment or inch of daylight in the darkness can be enough to hold onto to provide hope. People and companies have risen from the ashes before, and if something amazing has happened once, then certainly that means something beautiful can be created again no matter the challenge, right?  EideCom is a live production and events company that connects people through online events. When live events were put on hold, Founder and CEO, Charles Eide created a second company, Second Stage, that connects people through online events. It was a key pivot to stay active and serve customers at the cutting edge of creating online and hybrid event experiences – they are very much guiding the future of the entertainment space. Rather than giving up on events, EideCom and Second Stage found a way to keep the spectacle alive. On this episode of Business X factors, find out how EideCom and Second Stage have been able to keep the show going no matter what obstacle gets in the way, and consider what lessons you can apply to your business to stay flexible and dynamic in our ever evolving economy. Plus, stay tuned for more of Charles's story of how there's an EideCom event connection involving the pope and Justin Bieber.Main takeaways: Virtual Has to Be a Spectacle: Hosting a virtual event requires the same care and attention that in-person events would be given as it is so easy for attendees to just switch off. They need to be crafted to become value-added, engagement-driven experiences that go well beyond the computer screen. To ensure engagement, get creative with visuals, live stream on social media, create a personal real world experience by sending a DIY kit for something like wine-tasting, personalize the event with a virtual experience and connect people with others when possible as networking is the major reason why people attend events. Pivot in Times of Crisis: Companies like Spotify and Unilever have successfully navigated the pandemic by pivoting their business model. But not all business pivots have been successful. The Harvard Business Review have identified three conditions for successful pivots. Pivots must align the firm with one or more long-term trends intensified by the pandemic, they should come as a lateral extension of the firm's existing capabilities that cement its strategic intention and it must offer a sustainable path to profitability that preserves and enhances brand value. The art of Persuasion with Optioning: In most negotiations to secure a deal or an agreement there can be an impasse or a deadlock. It could be Charles Eide who needs haze at an event or a business trying to close a deal that drags on. Apart from applying techniques like taking a break, setting aside anger, getting assistance and changing venues; open-ended brainstorming could be a way of breaking a deadlock. It is also known as optioning which is opening up discussions for options that are either obscure or outside the normal realm of possibility. It is an effective technique to unleash the creative juices and could ensure mutual gains.---Business X factors is produced by Mission.org and brought to you by Hyland. For over a decade, Hyland has been named a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Content Services Platforms, leading the way to help people get the information they need when and where they need it. More than half of 2019 Fortune 100 companies rely on Hyland to help them create more meaningful connections with the people they serve. When your focus is on the people you serve, Hyland stands behind you. Hyland is your X factor for better performance. Go to Hyland.com/insights to learn more.

Charles Eide with EideCom met with Mark to discuss best practices and tips for Hybrid Events

On this week's special episode of Meeting Minds we welcome the wonderful Kathryn Frankson,  Director of Event Marketing at Informa, for an IN-PERSON recording! We talk about making your attendees feel welcome as events return, why attention to detail really does matter, and using empathy to build outstanding event culture. You don't want to miss this episode of Meeting Minds!

This week we welcome Sunita Devi, the Director of Events and Operations at NYU! We start by looking at the way events have changed in the past year, from fundraising to event operations. Later, we dive into tracking event ROI, how to implement post-event feedback, and making sure you pick the best vendor for your company. This episode is all about learning to succeed, you won't want to miss it! 

This week on Meeting Minds we are joined by Megan Henshall, the Global Events Account Manager at Google! We talk about building a culture of care, and ways to ensure that your next event is thoughtful, meaningful, and sustainable for your audiences. Plus, we discuss ways to build connection and engagement between virtual and hybrid audiences. You don't want to miss this episode of Meeting Minds!Find Megan on LinkedIn!https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-henshall-cmp-des-6bb2bb17/

People, Production, Planet. Who the F*ck is Charles Eide?

Welcome to a new episode of “Events: demystified” brought to you by Tree-Fan Events, with your host, Anca. Today we get to tackle the subject of virtual weddings and events, uncover marketing strategies for weddings, virtual and hybrid events and much more with my featured guest, Ashley Hawks of Forever Bride and EideCom Event Productions from Minneapolis, Minnesota. A few fun facts about Ashley: she grew up in her mother-owned bridal shop where she learned hands-on everything she knows about business and marketing, she has no college degree yet has been a force in the business/marketing/sales world for almost 20 years, she designed and helped develop a fantastic virtual platform for the wedding industry (Foreverbride.com) which is now being used by EideCom to help organizations across the country produce virtual & hybrid conferences, trade shows, and multi-day meetings. The platform is called SECOND STAGE. ————————— You can find Ashley on LinkedIn, and on Instagram @ashleyxhawks ————————— For event and podcast updates, tips and tricks of the trades, find us on Social Media on these channels: Podcast Link: https://treefanevents.com/podcasts/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treefan_events/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TreeFanEvents/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/treefan_events I welcome your feedback and suggestions via social media direct messaging or email at podcast@treefanevents.com If you liked what you heard, please show us some love by subscribing to this podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite listening platform. By leaving a great review and hitting the 5 stars, you make this Podcast visible to other listeners with the same interests as you. Here’s to joy, happiness, warmth and health! Until next time! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/treefanevents-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/treefanevents-podcast/support

We are bringing in the new year with Tim Glomb, VP of Content and Data at Cheetah Digital! Tim shares how to get outside your comfort zone, fuel creativity, and create a head-turning event. Make sure you check it out!

Scale Up Your Business Podcast host, Nick Bradley joins us on Meeting Minds this week. How can we be more productive during this time and how can we create more productive experiences at events?! These and so many more questions are answered.

Are virtual events a result of the pandemic? Returning for the second time, Tahira Endean joins us on meeting minds this week. She has been working on virtual events for OVER A DECADE! Check out this episode for great virtual event tips from an expert!

We all have a history and how we choose to use it matters. Mike "C-Roc" Ciorrocco shares how you can use challenges to propel you forward, like rocket fuel, and help others reach their potential. Check it out!

What are ways you can create engagement for your virtual event? Joseph of Whitestone Branding uses kits to help! Check out this episode for kitting 101 and some great ideas for future events.

Individually we can only do so much, but collectively we can move mountains. In this special episode John O'Leary joins us to share his remarkable story and how the "we" can make a difference.

What is the difference between a webinar and a virtual event? What is a hybrid event? With the event landscape changing overnight we have all adopted these terms. Allie Magyar, an event expert, shares the ins and outs of a virtual event!

How do you continue to push boundaries and have a superpower of influence? Sean Callagy, of Unblinded Mastery joins us to share all about growth, sales, and changing your mindset!

In this special episode, Paige sits down with Kate Patay to talk through all the things we can do in the industry to help usher back large events. Do not miss this episode, there are practical things you can be doing!

With over 130 episodes created, there are some great Meeting Minds nuggets. This episode is the best of the best. We took our favorite social media clips and shared them here while chatting about them. Check it out!

Marla Diann is the mentor to the creatives. In this episode she starts to unpack how you can achieve your goal in under a year. Check this episode out!

Times like this it's extremely important to add value, but how do you do just that? Charles and Paige had the opportunity to lead a breakout discussion and shared 6 ways you can add value. These may surprise you!

Two of our favorite things: wine and events! Listen to this episode as Brianne Cohen talks about how she has combined these two things post COVID.

Keynotes can't be the way they used to. The way a speaker approaches an event has changed but that leaves room for innovation! Check out this episode to see how keynotes have changed and what to expect moving forward featuring Rene Rodriguez.

Why should you focus on personal branding? In this episode Juliet Tripp joins us to talk all about personal branding how you can level up!

The world doesn't change by one person going trash free. Caitlin Hume from Kindred has a passion for sustainability and it's so much more than being green. Listen to ways you can make small changes at events to make an impact.

Mentalists know a lot about audience experience and event entertainment. Jonathan is no exception to this. Listen to hear how you can prepare and equip your virtual audience for engagement.

What's the difference between branding and personal branding? When is it time for a rebrand? Henry Kaminski, the Brand Dr, knows all about this. This episode does not disappoint!

What separates a good emcee from an amazing one? Mark Jeffries has been in the industry hosting events for 20 years, what sets him apart from the rest will surprise you!

How do you live your best life and how do you get out of your own way? This week, Pam Christian, a mindset coach joined Paige and Lisa to share ways to grow and overcome obstacles. This episode will help change the way you think!

Year after year your event can become stale. Use this time of hybrid events to explore disrupting traditional aspects of events. Caitlin Tvrdik has experience doing just this!

Do not fall prey to these event mistakes. Charles sits down and shares 11 things EideCom has learned through the past few months of virtual events. Do not miss this episode.

We are in the midst of virtual and hybrid events being the norm. How do you plan for them? What platform do you use? This week we sat down with Megan Finnell from MGMA to talk all about this. Listen for some tips to help you on your virtual event journey!

There are so many certifications out there and on this episode we chat with Mark Catuogno about which one's are worth your time! What about event safety? Yes! There are certifications as event professionals your team should get.

In - person events are coming back and when they do, how do we create a safe and healthy environment? Proxfinity has a solution to help ease us into live events while maintaining social distancing and Lisa Carrel tells us about it!

Our events will thrive or die by the partners we bring on board. Allison Pieter of Cassis Productions shares how to be a partner that brings value.

Do you budget for photography at your events? On this episode, Roman Grigoriev of Splento, shares the importance of digital content for your events. Listen to hear three important times to share content for your event and how you can get photos back the SAME DAY as your event!

How can you be successful and what steps do you take? Dr. Bill shares how excellent business and customer service are key to success!

What is a career sponsor and how does that differ from a career mentor? This week Monique Ruff-Bell joins us and shares how a sponsor has helped take her career to the next level!

Gratitude is extremely important, especially when it comes to leading others. This week Chester Elton sat down with Charles and Lisa to share how we go about gratitude and why it's important.

We are told how things have changed, and over and over again, "the new normal" but this week we have a treat. Instead of talking how things have changed, here are things we can and should be doing moving forward. Listen as Adam Mendler joins us this week.

What are your goals, how do you figure out what you really want? And how do you achieve them? Amira Alvarez knows how to help people navigate goal achievement.

Kristi Casey Sanders is all about the event community and creating spaces where people can grow and invest. Listen to hear why joining a group is such a gift!

What is the SEARCH foundation? Now more than ever we need something with hope. We are joined by the members of the foundation in this special episode of Meeting Minds!

Why do we reach for our phone continually, and why do we buy online the things we do? Brian Solis is a digital anthropologist and he shares with us what it means to be "rewired for distractions".

Everybody is in sales, no matter what part of the organization you are in. Mickeli Bedore is a sales expert and joins us to talk about what does sales look like in the current environment.

How do you really move an audience and create a lasting impression? René Rodriguez sits down and explains the holes that exist when you just motivate people. Listen to hear how you can actually inspire people to create a change!