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For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.comWhat if your event tech worked like a personal concierge? Akshar Patel of eShow joins Matthew to reveal how smarter tools are streamlining planning, slashing stress, and leveling up the attendee experience.What you'll learn:Strategies for integrating systems and breaking down data silosCommon blind spots in operational planningThe balance between AI innovation and personal touchPost-event technology strategiesAkshar Patel brings more than 20 years of experience spanning event management, hospitality, and strategic planning. Prior to joining eShow, he held key leadership roles at AAHOA, the Obesity Society, and Meeting Advice, where he consistently delivered results through operational excellence and innovation.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Instructions on how to do this are here.Host LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/matthewbyrnecsepGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshar-patel-360887116Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.soPrevious guests include: Nick Borelli of Zenus Inc, Jonathan Kazarian of Accelevents, Mahoganey Jones of Event Specialists Inc, Sarah James of Live Nation, Kim Washington of NBA, Jacob Zucker of Morgan Stanley, Carrie Davenport of Altria and Catherine Chaulet of Global DMC PartnersCheck out our three most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi Collen, Director of Meetings and Events at Great ClipsEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey of Matey EventsFor additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.comCheck out our 3 most downloaded episodes:Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi CollenEducating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska WeckesserThe Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com How are rising tariffs, trade wars, and global tensions shaping the future of the event industry? In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne sits down with industry experts Nick Borelli and Evan Babins to break down how shifting trade policies and geopolitical uncertainty are impacting live events, conferences, and experiential marketing. Tune in for a candid conversation on how event professionals can stay resilient, adapt their playbooks, and even use events as a force for unity in a divided world.

For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com In this panel episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Nick Borelli from Zenis and Evan Babbins from Scotiabank's event planning team to explore a provocative question: Is events truly an industry? They examine real-world examples like the 2019 Toronto Raptors championship parade and the Mandalay Bay shooting to explore the consequences of insufficient industry standards, while debating potential paths forward for the events profession.

Title: AI – The Heavy Lifter. The Lifeline. The Ultimate Assistant.  (ft. Nick Borelli | Director of Marketing, Zenus)  Bio:A thought leader and passionate visionary in the world of marketing and engaging experiences, Nick leverages his background in experience design, event tech, and digital marketing. His background includes decades of contributions to live and digital communication. As an instructor at the PCMA Event Leadership Institute, Nick currently offers an AI Certificate course tailor-made for event organizers looking to bring the power of AI into their work. Opening Quote:“And what I was teaching myself and them was iteration, like, don't stop with whatever it gives you. Keep going, keep going further, make it more fun, make it more creative. And, like, that's the sort of skill we all need to be able to have, is just keep going and just be more curious and just get more creative. And if you could find a fun way into that, you'll do it more, and if you do it more, you'll get better at it.”Summary:In this lively episode of No More Bad Events, Scott and guest Nick Borelli dive into the exciting interplay of AI and human creativity in event planning. Kicking things off, Nick assures us that while AI is a fantastic tool, it's our human touch—empathy, curiosity, and creativity—that truly makes events extraordinary. With that in mind, simply think of AI as your new, super-smart, and fast assistant, sparking fresh ideas and offering new perspectives but never stealing the show. It's just an amazing time-saving resource that pushes the envelope.Furthermore, Nick discusses the need for education in AI to fully unlock its potential. This educational push will help event organizers use AI to its fullest, from streamlining mundane tasks to enhancing creative brainstorms.  And to that end, Nick talks about learning to modify AI responses by asking for iterations (aka prompt engineering) to help get you to your objective.  Nick also chats about and clears up the differences between facial recognition and facial analysis. While facial recognition handles security and check-ins, facial analysis offers insights into attendees' expressions and sentiments without recording any data—super useful for understanding crowd vibes in real-time.  It's fascinating.Concluding, Scott and Nick encourage everyone to embrace AI as a game-changer in event planning. Use it to optimize processes, personalize experiences, and make your events more engaging and accessible. Just remember, it's the human touch that keeps everything exciting and innovative!HIRE THEM TO SPEAK:Follow Nick Borelli: Nick Borelli's Linkedin BioFollow Scott Bloom: eSpeakers BioFollow Speakers: 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

Nick and Jacques go deep about social conditioning, cognitive biases, and how to research yourself. They also discuss Maslow's hierarchy and how it can be useful for meeting planners. LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickborelli/ Event Brew Podcast: https://www.eventbrew.com/ Nick Borelli —Zenus's Director of Marketing, Nick Borelli, has spent over two decades at the intersection of marketing, events and tech. He is also the instructor for the Event Leadership Institute's Enhancing Events with AI Course.

The digital age has transformed how we market events, bringing tools and technologies that promise to make our jobs easier and our events more engaging. And the advent of AI has opened up a new frontier for creativity and efficiency, offering event marketers a powerful ally in crafting memorable experiences. But despite its potential, many in the industry remain on the sidelines, unsure how to harness AI's capabilities or integrate these tools into their strategies effectively.We understand these struggles all too well, which is why we're doing something a bit different!Nick Borelli, Marketing Director at Zenus and instructor for the Event Leadership Institute's Enhancing Events with AI Course, is coming on the show to cut through the complexity to provide you with a hands-on demonstration of AI in action.This episode will feature:✅ A live screenshare demonstration of ChatGPT, showcasing real-time applications✅ Insights on using AI to enhance event marketing strategies✅ A case study walkthroughThis is not just another webinar. It's an interactive experience designed for the curious, the forward-thinkers, and the trailblazers in event marketing.Don't miss this opportunity to engage with an AI expert! 

When the buzz around AI in event marketing reaches a fever pitch, it's easy to wonder: Are we trading authentic connections for automation? And while there's no denying AI's efficiency and innovation, many fear it may eclipse the human touch that turns gatherings into memorable experiences. But here's the thing: AI in events is all about enhancement, not replacement.Nick Borelli steps into the spotlight in this episode to explore exactly that. It's not every day we have an AI expert on board, and this is just part one of his special feature on “Event Marketing: Redefined”.While part two will show us AI and tools like ChatGPT in action for event marketers, in this episode, Nick, the Marketing Director at Zenus, reveals:✅ How AI can streamline event planning, saving time and resources.✅ The importance of shifting from linear to iterative thinking in event planning.✅ Creative ways AI can boost attendee engagement and satisfaction.Tune in for a blend of expert insight and practical advice on navigating the AI revolution in event marketing.Connect with Nick:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickborelli/ Connect with Me:On my LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-kleinrock-9613b22b/On my Company: https://rockwayexhibits.com/

In this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Nick Borelli, Marketing Director of Zenus. Together, they discuss the potential for leveraging AI in the meetings and events industry, delving into Nick's involvement in the space, security considerations, and the existing use cases today.

In this episode of the Pixilated Podcast we speak with Nick Borelli.Connect with Nick on LinkedInConnect with Nick on TwitterTo learn more about Nick's work with Zenus check out their website at https://www.zenus.ai/.Follow Pixilated on Social Media at: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn | YoutubeLooking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

Event professionals can start their career paths in almost any job or industry. This is something the Brew Crew knows well, as today's hosts share a combined 82 years of industry experience with a wide range of event jobs that led them to where they are today.   In this episode of the Event Brew podcast, Deanna Nwosu, Will Curran, Nick Borelli, and Arianna Black share their career journeys, the event jobs they've held, and advice they wish they'd known when first starting their careers. A big shout out to our listener, Kelsey D. Today's episode directly responds to her question, “How did you get started in the events industry?”

This episode features event technologist and educator Nick Borelli. The conversation focuses on the challenges with event technology and how a human and planner-centric approach is needed to event tech to succeed. Here are a few of the topics we cover: Radical differences between planners and event technologists Unique and stress-inducing needs to event planners when it comes to technology Why we need to unlock event data so we can make better decisions for an entire organization The current state of the metaverse and how it may develop over the next few years Some of the challenges that remain for the next generation of virtual events

Nick Borelli, Marketing Director for Meetaverse™ by Allseated and Doug Simon, CEO of D S Simon Media, describe the role of video in a Metaverse event and how it increases opportunities for sponsors and presenters. Nick explains how conducting Metaverse events can increase accessibility and community for participants. Nick also shares stories of how attending and building Metaverse events has impacted him personally and professionally. Learn more about the Metaverse Spectrum Business Conference here: https://metaversebusinessconference.com/ To share your feedback, contact: Doug Simon: dougs@dssimonmedia.com or news@dssimonmedia.com - 212.736.2727 For more info go to: https://www.dssimon.com

The human element will never be automated. Creativity will never be automated. And Event Technology is the workhorse behind the human efforts to make change and creativity in the meetings and events industry. When we design events – or an experience – we are behind them as humans and event technology is a force we can use to help us put the ingredients together. These are just a few of the gems from our guests on episode ten. Event technology has taken on many forms over the last ten years, and Michelle and Nick have been there each step of the way. We have all been through a lot over the past couple of years and now is the time to get a better understanding of tech in our industry. Michelle Bruno, MPC, CEM, CMP   Strategic Consultant with Dahlia+ Agency and President of Bruno Group Signature Services As a former supplier and conference planner/trade show manager, Michelle sees the technology and evolution of the live-event industry through a unique lens. She chronicles change through articles in event-industry publications, event-tech company blogs and at EventTechBrief.com. At her firm, Bruno Group Signature Services, she helps create content and strategies for companies interested in attracting more customers through digital-marketing channels. As a technology writer, she supports marketing agencies and consultancies that require outside resources to meet the content demands of their technology-industry clients. She has managed content strategies and produced white papers, product profiles, messaging frameworks, email copy, website copy, blogs, and executive level thought leadership materials for leading firms, such as Intel, Cisco, Verizon, SAIC, TE, ExxonMobil, RSM, McCann Erickson, Salt 5 Marketing, and AMR International. Nick Borelli, Marketing Director, Meetaverse™ by Allseated, podcaster, and board member of SEARCH Foundation, among other things! With over two decades in digital marketing and live events, Nick Borelli's mission is to bring the world together through intentionally designed experiences. As the Director of Marketing Growth for AllSeated and exVo, Nick engages with event professionals in order to continuously provide the next level tools that help organizations reach their goals. ~*~*~ The "Trade Show Talk" podcast is publishing two episodes per month, focusing on a different theme each month. If you'd like to be a sponsor or a guest or you have a topic to suggest we cover, please let us know by emailing podcast@tsnn.com.

Joe and guest cohost Nick Borelli dive into the Christmas-centric filmography of Shane Black with his directorial debut "Kiss Kiss Bang Bang." Other topics include Wachowski fan Nick's take on The Matrix Resurrections.

What's brewing, event prof? Have you been reevaluating the events industry lately? If not, you might want to press play and hear out what the Event Brew hosts have to say about that. It seems that our industry changes on a weekly basis; one week, we're planning a safe return to in-person events, only to be advised to play it safe and pivot to virtual again the next. Our passionate commentators, Will Curran, Nick Borelli, and Dustin Westling, recently had a candid conversation, sparked by one particular question. Will brought up the fact that Rachel Wimberly wrote an article for Trade Show News Network, titled ‘Please Stop Asking if Attendance ‘Was Down' at Shows Running Right Now‘. He was curious to learn what his co-hosts had to say about that. Do they agree? What does having low attendance say about an event? And most importantly, what brew are they drinking? Tune in and you'll find out!

In this past year, the events industry has been through quite a shakeup. New trends emerged: we embraced hybrid events, put safety first, and saw an incredible surge in event app platforms. But today, Event Brew hosts, Will Curran and Nick Borelli, bring our attention to a very particular phenomenon: a brain drain in the events industry. Young professionals as well as seasoned event profs are migrating towards technology companies! What skills are they bringing with them? Was the shift going to happen anyways? Is it really a brain drain or is it a step towards a more collaborative approach within the events industry? Tune in and find out what our lovely hosts have to say!

Recently, Marriott International announced COVID-19 testing capabilities if you wish to book one of their hotels for an event. As you'd expect, the headline stirred just a tad bit of controversy amongst the Brew Crew members, and a lot of interesting topics of conversation soon arose in the midst of Merriott's incredible announcement.Is this setting yet another precedent in our industry? Will venues' testing capabilities signify the full return to live events? And does this mean that even planners no longer have to worry about safety protocols or making testing available themselves? These are only some of the questions Will Curran, Dustin Westling, and Nick Borelli are looking to answer on this week's edition of the Event Brew. So press play and join us for yet another exciting, candid talk!

New year, new trends! That’s right, Endless Events is back at it with the best content to help you navigate the 2021 landscape. And to kick things off, we have a brand new episode of #EventIcons. Now that the new year has rolled in, event profs are eager to know the trends that will shape the months to come. And while there’s a lot to cover, we figured that there’s no best way to start January than by outlining the 2021 event design trends that will define the industry. 2020 was a challenging time for all of us, but now that the dust has somewhat settled, it’s time to up our game. So who better than Nick Borelli, President of Borelli Strategies, Event Brew host, and overall industry icon to get things moving? Join us on this incredible conversation about the 2021 event design trends that are set to become the next big thing!

New year, new trends! That’s right, Endless Events is back at it with the best content to help you navigate the 2021 landscape. And to kick things off, we have a brand new episode of #EventIcons. Now that the new year has rolled in, event profs are eager to know the trends that will shape the months to come. And while there’s a lot to cover, we figured that there’s no best way to start January than by outlining the 2021 event design trends that will define the industry. 2020 was a challenging time for all of us, but now that the dust has somewhat settled, it’s time to up our game. So who better than Nick Borelli, President of Borelli Strategies, Event Brew host, and overall industry icon to get things moving? Join us on this incredible conversation about the 2021 event design trends that are set to become the next big thing!

Tomorrowland 2020 happened recently, and the result is something no one was expecting. Like many other high-profile events, the festival was forced to make the decision of either canceling or going virtual. Well, they chose the latter, and now the events industry has solid proof that not only can digital experiences be a success, but they can bring even better results than in-person events. And there's a lot to be discussed and learned from the whole ordeal!So on this week's Event Brew, Will Curran, Nick Borelli, and Dustin Westling got together to bounce some ideas around. What can event professionals take away from Tomorrowland 2020? And what does its success tell us about the direction the industry is taking? Press play and join us to find out!

It’s recently been announced that the Republican National Convention will take place in-person. So not virtual, not hybrid, but fully old school. Understandably, this has been received by people all over the country with mixed reactions. Some are in chock. And some are in agreement. Others simply don’t know what to think anymore. But what we want to discuss today is how we should feel from the perspective of event professionals. Is this a good thing or a bad thing?Obviously, the pandemic is still going strong in the States. Cases are steadily rising, so the return of in-person events doesn’t sound like a reasonable expectation. But now that the RNC is taking that step, should the industry rejoice? Should we be hopeful about the announcement? Or should we be wary of the consequences? Well, that’s exactly what the Brew Crew will be talking about today. So grab your favorite drink, press play, and join Will Curran, Thuy Diep, and Nick Borelli for another amazing episode of Event Brew!

News recently broke out that IMEX America 2020 won’t be taking place. And it’s been hitting a lot of people in the industry extremely hard, which is understandable. IMEX has also been regarded as one of the most important events for planners and professionals, not just in the US, but all over the world. Seeing this incredible and monumental experience make the decision to cancel can have quite an emotional impact. However, considering the circumstances, it’s the right thing to do.With this in mind, it’s important to remember that we’re all still human and waving goodbye to IMEX America 2020 takes a big toll on everyone who holds the industry dear. So this week, Nick Borelli, Thuy Diep, and Will Curran got together to talk about in what can only be defined as a cathartic experience. Join the Brew Crew in yet another unfiltered, candid conversation about what the cancellation of IMEX means to events and the consequences of the decision. As always, it’s time to get brewing!

The annual trade show organized by the Consumer Technology Association known as CES has long been considered the digital stage for innovation. From its Westworld-inspired activations to the exciting technology it presents to its tech-savvy audience, CES has consistently been pushing forward. And yet again, the people behind the show seem to be at the forefront of change. Because it’s recently been announced that CES 2021 will be entirely virtual, keeping up with the latest trend.Many people in the industry still held onto the hope that the first quarter of next year would allow for in-person events to come back with a vengeance. However, due to the current state of uncertainty, this mindset can be dangerous. And now that CES 2021 will officially be a digital experience, events industry professionals are forced to face the facts. But while having such a high-profile event move to the virtual sphere might symbolize that in-person won’t return any time soon, planners shouldn’t despair. On the contrary, if CES can do it, there’s no reason to believe you can’t!If you still have your doubts, that’s fair. But Will Curran and Nick Borelli might be able to change your mind. In this week’s episode of Event Brew, our amazing hosts will be discussing the CES 2021 situation. Can this be the wake-up call the industry needed? Is there anything we can learn from this huge step the event has decided to take? Grab your favorite drink, press play, and join us for another episode of the most iconic podcast in the industry!

It's the question on everyone's minds, and the Brew Crew is here to answer - what is a hybrid event? Sure, superficially it might seem easy to understand. But we want to go deeper than just your standard Oxford Dictionary definition. What makes hybrid events great? Why are they so important? And what can planners do to create a successful hybrid experience in a world where these types of events are gaining enormous momentum? That's exactly what Will Curran, Thuy Diep, and Nick Borelli are bringing to the table on today's episode of Event Brew. As per usual, our incredible hosts are ready to have a candid, filter-free conversation about the topic. Everything you've ever wanted to know about design for hybrid events, how to make them stand out, and why they will be the future if done right will be discussed this week. So grab your favorite drink and join the party!

It's time to talk about safety - and that means CDC guidelines for events. Because in a world where COVID-19 is still present, planners need to start getting up to date with the program. As the economy starts opening back up, the events industry has to keep up with the measures put in place to protect people. Hybrid events will come into play. And in order to make attendees feel safe, as well as to respect the CDC guidelines for events, some studying and research become necessary.Obviously, things will keep changing accordingly to the state of the world. But that's just another reason for event professionals to stay on top of these guidelines. Because as we discussed recently, only events that ensure safety will emerge as the winners. So, what are the biggest risk factors? And what must event planners do to ensure maximum safety for their attendees now and in the future? Are there any specific measures depending on the size and nature of the event? All of this and more will be discussed on this week's episode of Event Brew, hosted by Thuy Diep, Will Curran, and Nick Borelli. So press play and join the conversation!

When will in-person events return? That's been the question on everyone's minds since the rug was pulled from under our feet. As an industry, we've gone through some troubled times in the past. But nothing has tested our motivation and persistence quite like the COVID-19 pandemic. Because all of a sudden, no one knew what to do anymore. The events industry covers a significant portion of people who depend on it to make ends meet. And people depend on it to establish meaningful connections, to learn, to become better. In many ways, our industry is a shelter of sorts. And when it all came crashing down, it was terrifying.But as always, event professionals proved they won't go down without a fight. And for months, we've seen an incredible spike in virtual events. Because despite everything that's been happening, people need other people now more than ever. And the events industry delivered, in spite of all the obstacles that were put in front of it.However, it's time to start shifting the conversation. Even though the pandemic is far from done, positive signs of change can be seen all over the world. And this has prompted the question of when will in-person events return to come back. So, what will be the signs that we're at a tipping point for events? Obviously, things won't go back to the way they were before anytime soon. But that doesn't mean they will stay the way they are now. So, in the face of all of this, how can event profs prepare? What will the new normal look like? And how can the industry adapt?That's exactly what the Brew Crew will be talking about on this week's episode! As per usual, Will Curran, Nick Borelli, Thuy Diep, and Dustin Westling are ready to lay down their predictions. So get your drink of choice and join us for another incredible edition of Event Crew, the best podcast in the events industry!

As event professionals, we're bound to the duty of care. In case you're not fully aware of what this means, the Legal Dictionary defines it as the "responsibility of a person or organization to take all reasonable measures necessary to prevent activities that could result in harm to other individuals and/or their property". And if you think about it, it makes a lot of sense. Because planners are responsible for the safety of their attendees. Whether that applies to physical or emotional harm, we have a lot of responsibility in our hands. To a certain extent, we hold peoples' lives in our hands.But how much thought is truly put into this? To what extents do planners go to ensure the safety and well-being of their attendees? And what consequences can come out of neglecting our duty of care? Well, that's exactly what the Brew Crew will be discussing this week! Our amazing hosts Thuy Diep, Dustin Westling, and Nick Borelli are in the house. And they are joined by a very special guest, Kevin White. The four of them will talk about the implications of the duty of care in the events industry. What we should do to ensure it, why, and how sour things can get if we don't. So grab your favorite drink and press play - it's time for another episode of Event Brew!

Recently, BizBash shared an article that proposed the hub and spoke method. Now, why does this make sense and what does it even mean? Let us paint a vivid picture for you: as a pandemic sweeps the world, the events industry suffers. But planners and profs alike are resourceful, which is why we're seeing a huge spike in virtual events. And as days pass, there is only one certainty all of us can agree on. In the words of David Adler, "the world that we knew is over". Which might seem a little scary and even outright demoralizing at first. But if we really think about it, the fact that the world is changing isn't necessarily a bad thing.Because the world is constantly changing! And the events industry changes along with it, making an effort to implement the newest technology and push forward sustainability concerns. As humans and event professionals, we have no choice but to adapt to the new circumstances if we want to survive and, eventually, thrive. So, what can we expect from a world post-pandemic? If things won't be exactly as they were, then what will they be like?It's within this scope that David Adler introduces the hub and spoke method. This is essentially a way to connect small groups of people and speakers across several venues, merging old-school and virtual events together in spectacular fashion. And the Brew Crew has a lot to say about it! So join us this week as Will Curran, Nick Borelli, and Dustin Westling get together to discuss what the hub and spoke model could mean for the events industry and how planners can adapt to the new world. Grab your favorite drink, press play, and don't waste another minute - let's talk about the future!

Remote work is the new normal. And not just for the events industry, but for many people around the world. The current state of things surrounding the global pandemic forced companies to take quick action. In many ways, remote work can be a blessing. It affords more freedom, a better balance between personal and professional life, and overall more productivity. And due to the number of tools and technology available to us, it becomes seamless to implement. It’s not a new paradigm by new means; for years, many companies have chosen to go remote in order to promote inclusivity and better work culture.However, for many, it requires some adjustments. For those used to work in an office environment, remote work can actually seem scary. And when it comes to the events industry, things get slightly more complex. But since there’s no other choice right now, the Brew Crew decided to sit down and discuss the topic. Our incredible hosts Nick Borelli, Thuy Diep, and Dustin Westling got together to decide whether remote work is hurting or helping the industry.From their varying perspectives, what does this new paradigm mean to event profs? Are they more productive? Or are there simply too many distractions to make it work? What tips can they give us to make it be a saving grace and a step forward instead of something dreadful? If you want to figure out, stick around. Grab your favorite drink and press play – we’re about to brew something up!

It’s time we talk about webinar fatigue. Because as the events industry makes its shift to virtual, this issue increases. Many people are home right now, and it’s not uncommon for some to attend several webinars a week. And some even go through several a day! So it’s no wonder attendees are starting to experience this phenomenon of webinar fatigue. After all, there are only so many hours one can sit in front of a screen and consume content before feeling completely exhausted.But the biggest problem here is that webinar fatigue has the potential to affect our livelihood. Because as event profs, we are now dependent on people wanting to attend these virtual events. So how can we manage this newfound challenge? That’s exactly what the Brew Crew sat down to discuss this week. Our incredible hosts Will Curran, Nick Borelli, and Thuy Diep share their personal experience and insights as to why this is happening and how we can potentially tackle it. So grab your favorite drink and join us!

Late last week news broke that there will probably be no events until 2021. The mayor of Los Angeles confirmed it, and New York and Los Angeles were quick to follow suit. And of course, this is big news for the events industry. Even though some saw it coming, it’s still devastating on top of all the disruption that has already been caused in the industry. However, it’s important that we analyze all sides of the situation in order to draw any conclusions and strategies.So, what will no events until 2021 mean for the industry? And what can we do to placate the impact it might have? Will virtual events be the solution? Can event profs harness this new wave to stay afloat? These are some of the questions that the Brew Crew has. And our hosts Will Curran, Thuy Diep, Dustin Westling, and Nick Borelli have a lot of opinions and insights to share. So grab your favorite drink, press play, and join us – it’s time to brew something up! For more resources and the full transcription check out the blog! 

The event industry is a passion industry! How do we move people in the midst of a pandemic? Nick Borelli, an event strategist, sits down and shares how we can make the pivot!

The events industry, just like many other industries right now, is suffering. And no one knows exactly what the effects of this will be in the long-run. Because this is such an unprecedented situation, fear is settling in. But on this week's episode of the Event Brew, we want to focus on unity. We want to remind every single person in the industry that if there was a time to reach out, tell your story, and talk, this is it.You are not alone. And we are stronger together. So join our incredible hosts Will Curran, Dustin Westling, Nick Borelli, and Thuy Diep as they help you figure out just how you can support your colleagues, and be supported in return throughout these trying times. Learn more on how to support one another by reading the Blog here!

As of right now, we’re facing a world without live events. And how long it will last is still uncertain. Because this is an unprecedented situation in modern days, the industry is confused. Where to go from here? And what does a world without live events mean for event profs? Many are choosing to turn to virtual events as a way to keep things moving. But there are many other things worth discussing regarding the reality we’re living right now.This is why the Brew Crew prepared this episode. Nick Borelli and Thuy Diep got together with a very special guest, Amber Leeb, representing Canada. And this week, they’re discussing ideas about how to deal with the present situation. What is their take on virtual events? And what are the skills event profs can harness to use in other industries? All of this and more on today’s edition of Event Brew. So grab your favorite drink, press play, and join the conversation! For all resources check out our blog! 

Pricing transparency is one of those hot topics in the events industry. And while everyone knows its importance, not everyone is willing to talk about it. Or to acknowledge that there are plenty of underlying issues related to it. So what better place to start the conversation than Event Brew, the most unapologetic podcast in the industry? Because if there’s one thing we enjoy doing here is not only to drink the tea but spill it too – whether it is wages or controversial speakers.So this week, we welcome three members of the Brew Crew. As per usual, Will Curran, Nick Borelli, and Thuy Diep are here to share their opinions and get your brain cells into thinking mode. Make sure you have your drink of choice close by because it’s brewing o’clock – and this time around, it’s all about pricing transparency in the events industry! Click here to begin!

If you’re packing for Vegas on your way to TSE and Catersource, this is the episode for you! So, you know that here in Event Brew we like to tackle the most sensitive topics. But we also love to give you the best tips for professionals in the industry. And, of course, the scoop on the hottest topics going around. And since TSE and Catersource are only a few days away, we thought it was a good idea to fill you in. Essentially, everything you need to know before attending!Our lovely Brew Crew is here in full force. And even though only Will Curran and Dustin Westling will be attending this year, Nick Borelli and Thuy Diep are veteran goers. So they all have something to add to the conversation. And, of course, the best info to help you make the most out of the experience. Press play and grab your favorite drink, it’s time for Event Brew!

Why is it important to design events with empathy? Actually, let's not start there. Why is empathy important in general? And why should we, as event profs, pay any mind to it? Well, simply put, because we're humans. Because we're putting together experiences for people, and we want them to have an amazing experience. And this seems like something automatic, something we don't have to think about because we just make it happen by default. Right? Unfortunately, not quite.So we decided to open up the conversation surrounding empathy, and designing events with empathy. The Event Brew crew is here to discuss the topic in-depth, share their opinions, and share their tips. And if you find this something that is lacking in the industry, then wait no longer to join Dustin Westling, Nick Borelli, and Thuy Diep. Press play and let's turn up the empathy! 

It’s the conversation you always wanted but never had – wages in the events industry! Because we all know that in this industry, this topic is very taboo. And what do we do better than anyone else here in Event Brew? We talk about the sensitive topics that everyone is too afraid to tackle. So, just in case our episode about controversial speakers wasn’t enough, we’re going after the money. And we’re going to ask some very opportune questions that you’ve been super curious to discuss.Our lovely Brew Crew is in full force. Thuy Diep, Dustin Westling, Will Curran, and Nick Borelli are ready to take on the topic of wages in the events industry. So choose your favorite brew, make sure the coffee is freshly made and the tea is just the right temperature. Press play and join us for another exciting episode! 

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it seems fitting that we tackle relationships in the events industry. And more specifically, why they are so hard. Because this is a struggle that many event profs face. What makes us so hard to date? And why is getting married and settling down such a challenge? This was the premise for this week’s episode of Event Brew.So, our lovely hosts are more than ready to get the conversation going. Will Curran, Thuy Diep, Dustin Westling, and Nick Borelli all have something to share. And it gets even better because they all have different perspectives to offer. Let’s get into Cupid’s head then, shall we? Grab your favorite brew and press play – it’s time to talk about relationships in the events industry! Click here to discover!

Today’s episode of Event Brew will tackle the coronavirus impact on the events industry. As we’re all aware, the outbreak has been making headlines for a while now. And it seems only pertinent that we zoom into how this potentially affects our industry. Because as event profs, there are a million things we need to mindful of. This includes, of course, health-related issues, what our role demands in such situations, and what responsibilities we must keep in mind.So this week, Will Curran and Nick Borelli take the stage to discuss the coronavirus impact on the events industry. What does this mean for planners? And what can we do to prevent potential issues? Are there any consequences we’re not aware of immediately? All of these questions will be discussed in-depth by our amazing duo of hosts. We also urge you to visit the resources section at the end of the post to get access to the best sources on the subject. So, if this particular topic has been on your mind, wait no further. Press play right now and let’s dive into the issue! Click here to begin. 

The tea is hotter than ever today and all thanks to the topic of controversial speakers! So, you already know that the Event Brew dares to tackle topics without a filter. And the conversations you hear on this podcast are as candid as they get within the events industry. This is why we decided to go ahead and touch upon the whole ordeal of controversial speakers at events. Who are they? And why are they labeled this way? What can they mean for your event?All of this and more is what you can expect of today's episode of Event Brew. And it wouldn't be the same without our lovely hosts! Will Curran, Nick Borelli, Dustin Westling, and Thuy Diep are ready to drink their brew and spill it. So, are you curious about what they have to say? And you simply can't wait to know more about this topic? Well, then grab your favorite pipping hot drink and press play right now! Click here for additional resources and the full transcript! 

So, did you have the chance to be present at CES 2020? You know, the aptly considered "a global stage for innovation"? Well, whether you attended or not, chances are, you probably read some articles. And many of the news pieces that came out in regards to CES 2020 surrounded the same topic. HBO and their hit show Westworld, a dystopian future where technology reigns supreme in unethical ways. And that's exactly the topic we're discussing on today's Event Brew.Today we're joined by our amazing hosts Will Curran and Nick Borelli. Because after news broke about the Westworld activation at CES 2020, they just had to jump right into it! So expect some of the most interesting discussions we've had thus far on the show. Grab your favorite drink and press play - it's time for some brewing!

Everybody gather around for some brewing about attendee gifts! So, let's be real. If you were to count the number of chachkies you've received over the years as an attendee, how many would that be? And if you confronted that number with the number of gifts you've actually kept, how big of a difference would it be? Well, we're guessing quite a bit. Because truth is, it gets to a saturation point for attendees when they're drowning in pens, notebooks, and other chachkies.But surely there must be an upside to this? Attendee gifts aren't all that bad, and have benefits of their own, right? Well, this is exactly what we're about to discuss. On this week's Event Brew, our amazing hosts sit down and talk about the crazy world of chachkies and free swag. Will Curran, Nick Borelli, and Thuy Diep are about to share all of their thoughts on the matter. So, are you ready for this? Then grab your favorite drink, and let's get brewing!

There's no time like the present to reflect on the future of events. Was that too meta? Because what we really mean is - what will define the event team members of the next decade? With yet another decade coming to an end soon, the team behind Event Brew decided to put their heads together. And, of course, have a conversation about what they think will change in our industry when it comes to teams. How have things changed thus far? And how will they progress in the next decade?These are only two of the questions our lovely hosts seek to answer. Because Will Curran, Nick Borelli, Thuy Diep, and Dustin Westling have quite a bit to say about the future of events! Are you curious to know how they perceive the future? And are you ready to have your opinions about what 2020 will bring challenged? Then press play, and let's get brewing!

If you've been on top of the news, then you already know about the Bizbash Connect acquisition. That's right - Tarsus Connect, the business travel, and meetings event company acquired BizBash, the US-based event media company. And as you might guess, that's exactly what we'll be covering on this week's Event Brew. Because we simply love to jump on the most exciting and relevant news inside the events industry to give you the scoop!So, this time around, our amazing hosts Nick Borelli and Will Curran are here to give you the details. What propelled the BizBash Connect acquisition? And what does this mean for the events industry? How will this impact everyone involved, both directly and indirectly? To learn all of this and more, press play right now - it's time to get brewing!

Event trend reports are starting to come along now that a new year is set to begin. And to some people in the events industry, that’s the equivalent of the most wonderful time of the year. Some are either writing them or anxiously waiting to read them. But just like any other topic, event trend reports can spark some controversy amongst event professionals. Love them, hate them, or disregard them, the reports exist and show no signs of slowing down or simply dying.So on this week’s episode of Event Brew, we’re tackling this somewhat controversial topic. Is it time for event trend reports to go? or are they actually a pretty helpful tool for our industry? As usual, we have the pleasure of counting on four different perspectives on the matter. Our lovely hosts Nick Borelli, Thuy Diep, Dustin Westling, and Will Curran all share their feelings and opinions. So, without further ado, pick up your favorite winter drink and let’s get brewing!

On this week’s Event Brew, we’re breaking down the Global Event Forum report. So, just in case you don’t know, the Global Event Forum brings together the most influential live event professionals. And here, they debate and discuss the hottest and most relevant topics impacting the live event industry on a global level. Four issues were outlined and discussed at length. And the major topic that took over the conversation was commoditization in the industry. So, this week, our hosts Nick Borelli, Thuy Diep, and Dustin Westling are giving you the scoop. We’re breaking down the best bits and discussing the strategies and ideas coming out of the report. And pro-tip: make sure you get your hands on the Global Event Forum report to better follow the conversation. Are you ready? Let’s get brewing!

If you're in the events industry, you know that event associations can be a great thing. The perks and benefits one gets from being a part of these associations are nothing short of amazing. Education, information, and exchange of ideas are all things we need as both human beings and an industry. But while these are facts, the question of whether or not event associations remain relevant is still out there. Do they even matter anymore? Do event professionals actually need them?Well, that is exactly the topic we'll be tackling on this week's edition of Event Brew. Our always amazing hosts Will Curran, Nick Borelli, Thuy Diep, and Dustin Westling are here to share their opinions on the subject. And as always, having different perspectives and backgrounds makes for a pretty amazing conversation. So grab your favorite drink, it's time to get brewing!

Ding, ding ding, it's time to talk about supplier-partner relationships in events! And this is, of course, a topic very dear and near to our hearts. When it's time decide between in-house and third-party, who will win? Is there a better option at all times? Or does it depend on specific situations? We're sure these are all questions that have danced around your mind at least one time. But because we're all about answers, this juicy episode of Event Brew will do the best to help you out. This is one of those times where having four spectacular hosts with different backgrounds and experience comes in handy. Will Curran, Nick Borelli, Thuy Diep, and Dustin Westling all have something to say about the topic of supplier-partner relationships in events. Things are about to get a little heated but in the best possible sense. Grab your drink and let's get brewing! 

It's the oldest dilemma in history - education vs experience. And when it comes to the events industry, it's more than normal to ponder for a bit. In an industry where experience oftentimes seems to overtake education, which one has more weight? If you want to become an event professional, should you invest in education first? Or is it safer to immediately jump into the field to get your hands dirty? And with the rise of offers in higher education institutions, the lines seem to get even more blurred. But thankfully enough, this week's Event Brew is ready to tackle the topic of education vs experience. Our amazing hosts Will Curran, Nick Borelli, Thuy Diep, and Dustin Westling all have completely different backgrounds. And yet, all of them made it in the events industry. Which makes for the perfect environment to discuss the pros and cons of each side. So, education vs experience - which one should you put your money on? Let's get brewing and find out!

We believe strongly just because some topics are more sensitive, doesn't mean we should avoid them. Silence is oftentimes more of a peril than a benefit, and it invites inaction. So this time around on the industry's most unfiltered show, we're talking mass shootings in the events industry. Our hosts Will Curran, Nick Borelli, Thuy Diep, and Dustin Westling sit down to share their thoughts on the matter. If you're curious to learn what these four event profs have to say, then press play, and let's get brewing! For the full resources check out our blog. 

Because it was an event with so much to unpack, today we’re bringing you the IMEX America 2019 highlights! But this time around, we’re doing it Event Brew style. You already know this is the best podcast in the industry to learn what event professionals talk about behind closed doors. It’s your time to relax and get to the nitty-gritty of all the hottest topics and trends, unfiltered. And of course, featuring some of the most influential hosts working in events.So on today’s edition, Will Curran, Nick Borelli, Thuy Diep, and Dustin Westling are tackling all the best bits from IMEX America. What did they like? What got them extremely excited? And what are their opinions about the overall event? Choose your favorite brew and get’s going. It’s time to talk IMEX America 2019 highlights!

First things first, we’re proud to introduce this week’s episode of #EventIcons. From familiar faces to brand new guests, this IMEX America 2019 roundup is filled with some of the hottest topics that made their way through the show floor. Join us for a few snippets of the iconic event that was IMEX America. Introducing Desi Whitney, KiKi L’Italien, John Ehlenfeldt, and Amine Ouadahi. Plus, all the wonderful hosts of our shows that you’ve grown to know and love – Will Curran, Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey, Brandt Krueger, Alex Plaxen, Nick Borelli, Dustin Westling, and Thuy Diep. Press play, this is going to be a wild IMEX America ride! For resources, head to the blog!

First things first, we’re proud to introduce this week’s episode of #EventIcons. From familiar faces to brand new guests, this IMEX America 2019 roundup is filled with some of the hottest topics that made their way through the show floor. Join us for a few snippets of the iconic event that was IMEX America. Introducing Desi Whitney, KiKi L’Italien, John Ehlenfeldt, and Amine Ouadahi. Plus, all the wonderful hosts of our shows that you’ve grown to know and love – Will Curran, Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey, Brandt Krueger, Alex Plaxen, Nick Borelli, Dustin Westling, and Thuy Diep. Press play, this is going to be a wild IMEX America ride! For resources, head to the blog!

Who's ready for some event brew? Yes, that's right, Endless Events is proud to present a brand new podcast. And Event Brew is something like you've never seen - or heard - before. As much as we enjoy bringing you the latest technology trends with Event Tech Podcast and the most intriguing conversations with #EventIcons, we felt like something was lacking. But here at Endless, it's all about solutions. So the team was quick at coming up with a fresh new take on conversations within the event industry.Event Brew is the only place where you can get the scoop on what planners are talking about. If you think about it, when do the most compelling discussions take place? It's not what happens on stage, but rather what happens when everyone is gathering around a table, no filters. Just good, old fashioned conversations. Every week, we'll bring you hot new topics being discussed by those who experience the raw industry on a daily basis. Today, we're introducing you to the gist of what you can expect from now on. Hosted by Will Curran, Nick Borelli, Dustin Westling, and Thuy Diep, we can promise it'll be one hell of a brew. So grab your coffee and press play, it's go time! For more exclusive content make sure to subscribe here! Read the full blog full of links and more at https://helloendless.com/event-brew/

How do you get your attendees and sponsors clamoring to be a part of your event? If you don't listen to all of today's episode of the podcast your event may be relegated to just being ho-hum. Sponsors may pass on that gold level opportunity to have theirs be the biggest logo on the banner. Attendees may decide to skip it altogether. You will miss out on the strategies required to make your event a huge success. I know what you're thinking. You're afraid. what valuable insights will you miss if you don't spend the next 30 minutes listening to this show? You are wracked with fear. Fear that you will miss out on valuable strategies to build more audience and attract more sponsors. It's called FOMO. Or the fear of missing out. And in today's episode. We're going to teach you how to design experiences that induce FOMO. Our guest today has been in the events and hospitality industries since he was just 14 years old. He is a consultant, strategist, speaker and writer focused on bringing people together to accomplish big goals. Nick Borelli is our guest today on The Event Producer Podcast.

This podcast is dedicated to the event industry, with the aim to save meeting and event professionals time learning about the latest news and key personalities in the industry. In our first half our host Megan Powers, from Powers of Marketing, discussed the news with Nick Borelli from Borelli Strategies. Borelli gave his opinions on the latest developments in the event industry. In our second half, we brought in a star guest Julius Solaris from Event Manager Blog. He joined the co-hosts in talking about ongoing projects and the prospects of the industry.

On Today’s Episode of EXPOsed Conferences™ Podcast I’m talking with Nick Borelli President and Strategist of Borelli Strategies which focuses on consulting, coaching and management of digital marketing for events. Nick has over 20 years of experience in the event industry and has spent his career developing marketing and sales strategies for companies of different scales, missions, and markets. Nick has been named Top Event Management Influencer and also industry Changemaker by MeetingsNet in 2018 for his work in digital communication advocacy within the meetings and events industries to name just a few of his accolades.On this episode he’ll be sharing his knowledge and expertise of marketing primarily focusing on event marketing and design.Learn more about Nick Borelli, Borelli Strategies HEREOn today's episode we will expose...-Today's social media landscape as it relates to events-The FOMO phenomenon and creating events that capitalize on creating a sense of urgency-Anticipating attendee behavior to design and create atmospheres and moments that your attendees will want to share-Design work for events: How to authentically empower attendees and giving them the ammunition to share their stories-The importance of listening as it relates to social media and events-Understanding what it takes to have your thumb on the pulse with the community your serving-Creating Personas and inviting them into the fold of your events to gather collective intelligence-The concept behind social media influencers and how to scale them for your events -The tool that helps you find what the most shared content and key influencers of your events and finding ways to collaborate and empower them-Having an "Eyes Up" Management and Mentality-What to avoid when sourcing some of these new trends-Why understanding behavioral science and decision making process is important in the design of your eventsWant more EXPOsed Conferences™ Podcast?!Tune In: New Episodes are available every Tuesday and don't forget to subscribe to the podcast to receive notifications about future episodes. Rate this episode (1-5) and be entered to be upgraded to "SQUAD" status....see "Support Future Episodes" for more details.Support Future Episodes: Join EXPOsed Conferences™ Podcast tribe of industry professionals and support future episodes! As a Patron of the podcast you have access to bonus episodes, resources and more that will help you take your events to the next level.Get Social: Follow us on Instagram to see what's coming up on a future show and to see EXPOsed Conferences™ live at industry events. Let's Connect! I would love to hear from you! Have an idea for a future show or want to be a guest on a future episode? Email me to schedule an exploratory call at exposedconferencespodcast@yahoo.comThis episode has been a production by EXPOsed Conferences™ Podcast © February 2019 all rights reserved.Support the show (http://patreon.com/exposedconferencespodcast)

We’re about to get down to the nitty and gritty of behavioral science in event design! This topic will probably send every event professional into overdrive. At the end of the day, events are all about people. Events are about changing behaviors. And behavioral science teaches us about people, what they want, want excites them, and why. As such, knowing these things can be a true game-changer when it comes to event design. And to help us dive deep into behavioral science in event design, today we welcome Nick Borelli. Nick is the founder of Borelli Strategies, and he dedicates his life and career to improving the experiences of event attendees. Through consulting and guidance, he gives event profs all the tools to elevate their professional undertakings. Resources: Top Event Tech Trends in 2019 – #EventIcons Episode 143 Predictably Irrational, Revised and Expanded Edition: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth, and Happiness Naked Statistics: Stripping the Dread from the Data Thinking, Fast and Slow

We’re about to get down to the nitty and gritty of behavioral science in event design! This topic will probably send every event professional into overdrive. At the end of the day, events are all about people. Events are about changing behaviors. And behavioral science teaches us about people, what they want, want excites them, and why. As such, knowing these things can be a true game-changer when it comes to event design. And to help us dive deep into behavioral science in event design, today we welcome Nick Borelli. Nick is the founder of Borelli Strategies, and he dedicates his life and career to improving the experiences of event attendees. Through consulting and guidance, he gives event profs all the tools to elevate their professional undertakings. Resources: Top Event Tech Trends in 2019 – #EventIcons Episode 143 Predictably Irrational, Revised and Expanded Edition: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth, and Happiness Naked Statistics: Stripping the Dread from the Data Thinking, Fast and Slow

Today’s episodes is one of our favorites of the year. We are bringing together arguably the best minds in the #eventtech and social spaces to talk all about the top event tech trends in 2019. They will talk about what they have seen, where our industry is heading with tech and how we can continue to integrate more deeply and create better planner and participant experiences. Our iconic panel Corbin Ball of Corbin Ball & Associates, James Spellos of Meeting U, and Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies are joining us and weighing in on the event tech trends. They will chat about everything from chatbots and AI, to facial recognition and cybersecurity. If you are ready to explode your mind with usable, useful ideas – this is the must-see episode! We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest! Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know! You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! And now for the main topic in the episode below, 2019 Event Tech Trends! How To Subscribe: Click here to watch the show live and get email notifications of new episodes. Subscribe via iTunes: Video & Audio or Audio Only Click here to subscribe via RSS (non-iTunes feed): Video & Audio or Audio Only Follow our iconic guests on Twitter: Corbin Ball of Corbin Ball & Associates (@corbinball) James Spellos of Meeting U (@jspellos) Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies (@NickBorelli) Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger) Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: Corbin Ball & Associates – Meeting Technology Headquarters Meeting U – Help people become more productive and comfortable with technology Borelli Strategies – Improving live experiences for attendees by supporting and advancing event professionals globally. Social Tables – Plan for the unplannable with the world’s most collaborative events platform. ITN International – Optimizes events and delivers actionable data that leads to future improvement. Event Tech Tribe – A collaborative ensemble of event tech specialists working together to make events better. WWDC18 – Apple Worldwide Developers Conference. Sciensio – The Art and Science of AI Chat. Chatby Inc. – Create a public chat zone out of any location including, schools, student residences, parks, bars, airports or any other building where people tend to gather. Radario – Instant event analytics, powerful CRM and personalized email marketing seamlessly integrated with ticketing platforms. The Indoor Lab – Provide the most comprehensive end-to-end analytics for indoor event locations using their proprietary platform and hardware. Mention – Get live updates about your brand from the web and social media. Feedly – Organize, read and share what matters to you. VR At Events- Everything You Need to Know – #EventIcons Episode 105 – In this episode, the ICONIC Jonah Brotman of House of VR discussed the challenges VR brings to the event industry, differences between AR and VR, and so much more! Cyber Security For Events : The Good The Bad & The Really Ugly – #EventIcons Episode 131 – Cyber security for events should be at the top of every event planners mind. But often, it’s overlooked or misunderstood. As event profs we need to very aware of cyber security for events. Is your clients data safe? If you aren’t sure this episode is for you! E-Gaming Events Revolution – #EventIcons Episode 113 – Discussion on best business opportunities for e-gaming segment and the numbers and statistics every event planner needs to know about e-gaming events. What are your favorite tips and tricks for using event furniture to engage? Comment below and let us know.

Today’s episodes is one of our favorites of the year. We are bringing together arguably the best minds in the #eventtech and social spaces to talk all about the top event tech trends in 2019. They will talk about what they have seen, where our industry is heading with tech and how we can continue to integrate more deeply and create better planner and participant experiences. Our iconic panel Corbin Ball of Corbin Ball & Associates, James Spellos of Meeting U, and Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies are joining us and weighing in on the event tech trends. They will chat about everything from chatbots and AI, to facial recognition and cybersecurity. If you are ready to explode your mind with usable, useful ideas – this is the must-see episode! We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest! Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know! You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! And now for the main topic in the episode below, 2019 Event Tech Trends! How To Subscribe: Click here to watch the show live and get email notifications of new episodes. Subscribe via iTunes: Video & Audio or Audio Only Click here to subscribe via RSS (non-iTunes feed): Video & Audio or Audio Only Follow our iconic guests on Twitter: Corbin Ball of Corbin Ball & Associates (@corbinball) James Spellos of Meeting U (@jspellos) Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies (@NickBorelli) Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger) Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: Corbin Ball & Associates – Meeting Technology Headquarters Meeting U – Help people become more productive and comfortable with technology Borelli Strategies – Improving live experiences for attendees by supporting and advancing event professionals globally. Social Tables – Plan for the unplannable with the world’s most collaborative events platform. ITN International – Optimizes events and delivers actionable data that leads to future improvement. Event Tech Tribe – A collaborative ensemble of event tech specialists working together to make events better. WWDC18 – Apple Worldwide Developers Conference. Sciensio – The Art and Science of AI Chat. Chatby Inc. – Create a public chat zone out of any location including, schools, student residences, parks, bars, airports or any other building where people tend to gather. Radario – Instant event analytics, powerful CRM and personalized email marketing seamlessly integrated with ticketing platforms. The Indoor Lab – Provide the most comprehensive end-to-end analytics for indoor event locations using their proprietary platform and hardware. Mention – Get live updates about your brand from the web and social media. Feedly – Organize, read and share what matters to you. VR At Events- Everything You Need to Know – #EventIcons Episode 105 – In this episode, the ICONIC Jonah Brotman of House of VR discussed the challenges VR brings to the event industry, differences between AR and VR, and so much more! Cyber Security For Events : The Good The Bad & The Really Ugly – #EventIcons Episode 131 – Cyber security for events should be at the top of every event planners mind. But often, it’s overlooked or misunderstood. As event profs we need to very aware of cyber security for events. Is your clients data safe? If you aren’t sure this episode is for you! E-Gaming Events Revolution – #EventIcons Episode 113 – Discussion on best business opportunities for e-gaming segment and the numbers and statistics every event planner needs to know about e-gaming events. What are your favorite tips and tricks for using event furniture to engage? Comment below and let us know.

In this episode I have a talk with an amazing influencer in event marketing : Nick Borelli. Coming from Cleveland Ohio, he works all over the world as a event consultant and as a public speaker. He is also an great content creator around social media marketing and the event industry.   What you will learn in this episode :  - how to get started in the event industry - the role of influencer marketing and community management - how to measure ROI on events - how and why to stay in your lane - what PASSION means to him - how to combine a crazy job with a family life   You can find him on all kinds of social media via @NickBorelli.    And you can find me on Linkedin  https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurentlootens/ Or on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lapinquotidien/      

In this episode, I share with you my Social Media 434 ed session from the 2018 FFEA annual conference in Bonita Springs, FL.We talk about my thesis on social media, the value of under priced attention, and some examples of incredible content and story telling.Plus, I steal one of Nick Borelli's slides from his own Influence Marketing presentation.

Influencer marketing can be a powerful way to attract more attention to your events. Many brands and events use influencer marketing that are looking to become more well known or position themselves with a certain audience. Using influencers is a really unique way to do this. Influencers have a strong understanding of their audience. They can help brands and events alike launch their businesses to new heights. In today’s episode of #EventIcons our iconic panel Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies, Melissa Brandle of August United, and Rachel Stephan of snöball event influencer marketing join us for an in-depth discussion on influencer marketing at events. They will discuss what defines an influencer. What size and types of events benefit from influencers. The difference between digital and in-person influencer campaigns. We will cover strategies for successfully using influencer marketing and so much more. If you have thought about using influencers to market your event you can’t miss this episode! We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest! Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know! You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! How To Subscribe: Click here to watch the show live and get email notifications of new episodes. Subscribe via iTunes: Video & Audio or Audio Only Click here to subscribe via RSS (non-iTunes feed): Video & Audio or Audio Only Follow our iconic guests on Twitter: Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies (@NickBorelli) Melissa Brandle of August United (@MelissaBrandle) Rachel Stephan of snöball event influencer marketing (@StephanRachel) Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran) Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media (@APlaxen) Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: Borelli Strategies August United snöball event influencer marketing 15 FREE Influencer Marketing Tools to Find Influencers 7 Great B2B Influencer Marketing Examples Influencer Marketing Resources Canadian guidelines regarding Influencer Marketing The FTC’s Endorsement Guides: What People Are Asking Planners Give Events a Megaphone with Influencer Marketing How to Get the Right People to Attend Your Event(Podcast) Get Smarter With Your Event Marketing!(Webinar) Grin BuzzSumo Traackr Mention iTicket Google Alerts Phlanx Starting Your Own Event Company – #EventIcons Episode 4 Ctrl + Alt + Del – #EventIcons Episode 24 2017 Event Trends – #EventIcons Episode 40 Meet The Chuck Norris Of #EventProfs, Nick Borelli – #EventIcons Episode 57

Influencer marketing can be a powerful way to attract more attention to your events. Many brands and events use influencer marketing that are looking to become more well known or position themselves with a certain audience. Using influencers is a really unique way to do this. Influencers have a strong understanding of their audience. They can help brands and events alike launch their businesses to new heights. In today’s episode of #EventIcons our iconic panel Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies, Melissa Brandle of August United, and Rachel Stephan of snöball event influencer marketing join us for an in-depth discussion on influencer marketing at events. They will discuss what defines an influencer. What size and types of events benefit from influencers. The difference between digital and in-person influencer campaigns. We will cover strategies for successfully using influencer marketing and so much more. If you have thought about using influencers to market your event you can’t miss this episode! We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest! Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know! You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. This is all for you! How To Subscribe: Click here to watch the show live and get email notifications of new episodes. Subscribe via iTunes: Video & Audio or Audio Only Click here to subscribe via RSS (non-iTunes feed): Video & Audio or Audio Only Follow our iconic guests on Twitter: Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies (@NickBorelli) Melissa Brandle of August United (@MelissaBrandle) Rachel Stephan of snöball event influencer marketing (@StephanRachel) Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran) Alex Plaxen of Little Bird Told Media (@APlaxen) Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: Borelli Strategies August United snöball event influencer marketing 15 FREE Influencer Marketing Tools to Find Influencers 7 Great B2B Influencer Marketing Examples Influencer Marketing Resources Canadian guidelines regarding Influencer Marketing The FTC’s Endorsement Guides: What People Are Asking Planners Give Events a Megaphone with Influencer Marketing How to Get the Right People to Attend Your Event(Podcast) Get Smarter With Your Event Marketing!(Webinar) Grin BuzzSumo Traackr Mention iTicket Google Alerts Phlanx Starting Your Own Event Company – #EventIcons Episode 4 Ctrl + Alt + Del – #EventIcons Episode 24 2017 Event Trends – #EventIcons Episode 40 Meet The Chuck Norris Of #EventProfs, Nick Borelli – #EventIcons Episode 57

The first Event Industry News podcast to be broadcast via Facebook Live saw event sales and marketing expert Nick Borelli join host James Dickson. Nick linked up with the podcast from his base in Ohio, USA, to discuss the recent changes to Facebook’s newsfeed.   Facebook has described the changes as a move designed to show users fewer ads and sponsored content but more posts from friends, pages and groups that they follow.  Nick discussed how these changes will impact event professionals, and what type of content they should be creating to generate organic reach through the social network. 

This week, we are are discussing everything you need to know about 2018 Event Industry Trends. Our ICONIC guest panelist Corbin Ball (Corbin Ball Associates), James Spellos (Meeting U.) & Nick Borelli (Borelli Strategies) are here to talk all about the hottest 2018 event industry trends. They are also answering all of your questions and sharing tips on event technology, influencer marketing, the future of virtual and hybrid meetings and much more! There is a wealth of information! You can’t miss this. So, jump into the video below and watch! This is your one-stop for everything you need to know about next years event trends! If you haven’t yet, be sure to check out our 2018 event trends blog as well! We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest! Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know! You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. We do this for you! How To Subscribe: Click here to watch the show live and get email notifications of new episodes. Subscribe via iTunes: Video & Audio or Audio Only Click here to subscribe via RSS (non-iTunes feed): Video & Audio or Audio Only Follow our iconic guests on Twitter: Corbin Ball of Corbin Ball Associates (@corbinball) James Spellos of Meeting U (@jspellos) Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies (@NickBorelli) Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran) Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger) Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: 2016 Event Trends – #EventIcons Episode 5 2017 Event Trends – #EventIcons Episode 40 Google Glass Explorer Edition XE V2 Apple AR Kit Slack Snapchat Spectacles Fyre Festival, Laptop Bans, & Other Event Industry News – #EventIcons Episode 60 Eventbrite Snöball HTC VIVE Paul Zack TED Talk Apple iPhone X How Is Your Event App Security – #EventIcons Episode 62 Expo Super Bowl Drone Show Dashlane password manager Corbin Ball Associates Corbin Ball’s Articles Google Earth Road to VR VRScout Inc. UploadVR, Inc. The All-Inclusive Guide to Virtual Reality At Events Google Photo App Storyboard Chatbots, Voice Activation and AI – What to Expect for Events Eight Meetings Tech Trends to Watch for 2018 The Rise and Benefits of Text Apps and Chatbots for Events

This week, we are are discussing everything you need to know about 2018 Event Industry Trends. Our ICONIC guest panelist Corbin Ball (Corbin Ball Associates), James Spellos (Meeting U.) & Nick Borelli (Borelli Strategies) are here to talk all about the hottest 2018 event industry trends. They are also answering all of your questions and sharing tips on event technology, influencer marketing, the future of virtual and hybrid meetings and much more! There is a wealth of information! You can’t miss this. So, jump into the video below and watch! This is your one-stop for everything you need to know about next years event trends! If you haven’t yet, be sure to check out our 2018 event trends blog as well! We want to help keep you up-to-date with the latest and greatest! Below, in our Epic Resources section, we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You WANT to check these out! What has been your favorite episode so far? Comment below and let us know! You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. We do this for you! How To Subscribe: Click here to watch the show live and get email notifications of new episodes. Subscribe via iTunes: Video & Audio or Audio Only Click here to subscribe via RSS (non-iTunes feed): Video & Audio or Audio Only Follow our iconic guests on Twitter: Corbin Ball of Corbin Ball Associates (@corbinball) James Spellos of Meeting U (@jspellos) Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies (@NickBorelli) Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran) Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting (@BrandtKrueger) Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: 2016 Event Trends – #EventIcons Episode 5 2017 Event Trends – #EventIcons Episode 40 Google Glass Explorer Edition XE V2 Apple AR Kit Slack Snapchat Spectacles Fyre Festival, Laptop Bans, & Other Event Industry News – #EventIcons Episode 60 Eventbrite Snöball HTC VIVE Paul Zack TED Talk Apple iPhone X How Is Your Event App Security – #EventIcons Episode 62 Expo Super Bowl Drone Show Dashlane password manager Corbin Ball Associates Corbin Ball’s Articles Google Earth Road to VR VRScout Inc. UploadVR, Inc. The All-Inclusive Guide to Virtual Reality At Events Google Photo App Storyboard Chatbots, Voice Activation and AI – What to Expect for Events Eight Meetings Tech Trends to Watch for 2018 The Rise and Benefits of Text Apps and Chatbots for Events

05: We had the opportunity to interview Nick Borelli, a marketing strategist with over 20 years of experience in the live events industry. Nick travels across the globe speaking to event professionals about how to develop creating marketing initiatives for events and event services alike. Nick presents “Start, Stop, Stay- 3 Things Wedding Pros Need to Consider With Their Marketing” --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/your-i-do-crew/support

This week, Nick Borelli returns as our esteemed guest panelist and we are thrilled to have the opportunity to learn more about the man behind the myth. He’s sharing his personal experience and insights, as well as advice for those who are just getting started in this industry. We always look forward to having the opportunity to bring your questions to the experts, and today is a true treat! Nick shares with us how he got his start in the industry, as well as an incredible list of his favorite books, links, articles, etc. This is an episode not to be missed! Don’t forget to check out our Epic Resources section below where we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. We do this for you! Follow our iconic guests on Twitter: Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies (@nickborelli) Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran) Laura Lopez of Social Tables (@1aura1opez) Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: Basecamp Project Management Software Google Alerts Alan Berg Event Manager Blog PartySlate Glisser Remotely Engaging by Martin Shepherdly How to Get Your Website Noticed by Filip Matous Psychology Today Architectural Digest Social Physics by Alex Pentland The Inevitable Box by Clarke Allen Booked It!: Selling, Closing and Standing Out in the Special Events Industry by Meryl Snow Giftology by John Ruhlin 100 Tricks to Appear Smart in Meetings by Sarah Cooper SEARCH Foundation Social Media Examiner Adweek Nick Borelli Mailing List Shed Simove (author)

This week, Nick Borelli returns as our esteemed guest panelist and we are thrilled to have the opportunity to learn more about the man behind the myth. He’s sharing his personal experience and insights, as well as advice for those who are just getting started in this industry. We always look forward to having the opportunity to bring your questions to the experts, and today is a true treat! Nick shares with us how he got his start in the industry, as well as an incredible list of his favorite books, links, articles, etc. This is an episode not to be missed! Don’t forget to check out our Epic Resources section below where we link the awesome insider favorites that were mentioned in this episode! You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live, ask your own questions, and participate in person? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. We do this for you! Follow our iconic guests on Twitter: Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies (@nickborelli) Will Curran of Endless Events (@itswillcurran) Laura Lopez of Social Tables (@1aura1opez) Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: Basecamp Project Management Software Google Alerts Alan Berg Event Manager Blog PartySlate Glisser Remotely Engaging by Martin Shepherdly How to Get Your Website Noticed by Filip Matous Psychology Today Architectural Digest Social Physics by Alex Pentland The Inevitable Box by Clarke Allen Booked It!: Selling, Closing and Standing Out in the Special Events Industry by Meryl Snow Giftology by John Ruhlin 100 Tricks to Appear Smart in Meetings by Sarah Cooper SEARCH Foundation Social Media Examiner Adweek Nick Borelli Mailing List Shed Simove (author)

Our topic this week – 2017 Event Trends! We have some amazing #EventIcons joining us to talk about their predictions for the coming new year. We have Corbin Ball, James Spellos, and Nick Borelli joining us today. They are bringing all of their event knowledge, and their crystal balls, and we’ll be discussing the top events and trends of 2016, as well as what we are expecting in events next year! This episode is not to be missed! You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live and participate? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. We do this for you! Follow our iconic guests on Twitter: Corbin Ball Nick Borelli James Spellos Will Curran Alex Plaxen Epic resources mentioned: Endless Entertainment’s 2017 Event Trends Guide EventMB’s 2017 Event Trends Guide Corbin’s 2017 Event Trends Guide Pokemon Go Unmarketing Unpodcast EventForte (room diagramming) Built.io CorbinBall.com Corbin’s Event Tips Newsletter – TechTalk The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson (book) The Inevitable Box by Clarke Allen (book) Event MB’s Future of Event Marketing Report Nick Borelli’s Contact Mailing List Nick Borelli’s IBTM World Presentations

Our topic this week – 2017 Event Trends! We have some amazing #EventIcons joining us to talk about their predictions for the coming new year. We have Corbin Ball, James Spellos, and Nick Borelli joining us today. They are bringing all of their event knowledge, and their crystal balls, and we’ll be discussing the top events and trends of 2016, as well as what we are expecting in events next year! This episode is not to be missed! You’re watching this recording of our episode here on our blog, but wouldn’t you rather watch live and participate? Subscribe now to watch live! (We’ll remind you of upcoming episodes.) We would love for you to join us LIVE and bring your questions for our icons. We do this for you! Follow our iconic guests on Twitter: Corbin Ball Nick Borelli James Spellos Will Curran Alex Plaxen Epic resources mentioned: Endless Entertainment’s 2017 Event Trends Guide EventMB’s 2017 Event Trends Guide Corbin’s 2017 Event Trends Guide Pokemon Go Unmarketing Unpodcast EventForte (room diagramming) Built.io CorbinBall.com Corbin’s Event Tips Newsletter – TechTalk The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson (book) The Inevitable Box by Clarke Allen (book) Event MB’s Future of Event Marketing Report Nick Borelli’s Contact Mailing List Nick Borelli’s IBTM World Presentations

Bulldog Football is FINALLY here! Join hosts Joe Mays and Justin Raffauf as they recap Wilson's first two victories of the 2016 season - a rivalry win over Mifflin in Week 1 followed by a double overtime shootout W vs Spring-Ford in Week 2. Postgame interviews abound, with the crew catching up with Isaiah Reigel, Leo Quigley, DC Ernie Wolber, Nick Borelli, Mason McElroy, Brian Wright, and Grayson Kline. Finally near the end of the episode the guys quickly preview the Bulldogs next 2 opponents - Central Dauphin in Week 3 and Warwick in Week 4, both on the road. All this and more on the 3rd Episode of Season 2 of THE BULLDOG HOUR! -------------- JMNJR Radio: http://www.jmnjrradio.com/ The Bulldog Hour: http://www.bulldoghour.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BulldogHour Twitter: @JMNJR_Radio | @BulldogHour Email: show@bulldoghour.com