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Discover how Kate Wik, CMO of Las Vegas, drives bold innovation and storytelling to transform the city into a global destination brand. Episode TranscriptPlease note, this transcript  may contain minor inconsistencies compared to the episode audio. Damian Fowler (00:00):I'm Damian Fowler.Ilyse Liffreing (00:01):And I'm Ilyse Liffreing.Damian Fowler (00:02):And welcome to this edition of The Big Impression.Ilyse Liffreing (00:09):Today we're joined by Kate Wik, chief Marketing Officer at the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. The team behind the city's newest brand campaign, which launched in September,Damian Fowler (00:20):Las Vegas, is known around the world for its energy, its entertainment, and its edge. But this ladies' campaign takes a closer look at what the city means today beyond the casinos and into its growing identity as a cultural and sports destination.Ilyse Liffreing (00:34):We'll talk with Kate about the ideas behind the campaign, how Vegas is connecting with new audiences, and what it takes to evolve one of the most recognizable brands in the world. Q,Damian Fowler (00:45):Frank Sinatra. It's okay. You have an unusual role in that you represent a city as an iconic one, but could you tell us about the role?Kate Wik (00:56):That's exactly right. So I work for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. Nobody knows what that is or what that means. So really, I shorthand it and I say I am the CMO of four Las Vegas. Las Vegas is my product, which is very unique. It is a city, it's a destination. It's unbelievably dynamic. And what's so unique and thrilling for a CMO of Las Vegas is that our product is always changing, always evolving. If you think back, we were known as the gaming destination. We've evolved into, we're the number one hospitality destination in the US with more hotel rooms than any other destination. And we are the entertainment capital of the world. You've got the world's best artists coming and performing on stages across destination every single night. And we've worked really hard to evolve ourselves into the sports destination as well through a lot of recent things. So really the exciting thing for me in this role is no one day is ever the same. Our product is constantly iterating and evolving, and that is a marketer's dream come true.Damian Fowler (02:10):Just on that point about the evolution of the city and the perception of it, how fast has that happened in the last, say, five, 10 years?Kate Wik (02:20):Yeah, absolutely. Incredibly fast. And so today we are known as the sports and entertainment capital of the world, but less than 10 years ago, we did not have any sports teams. Yes, sports has kind of always been in our DNA. We'd host major boxing matches in the eighties, NFR we've had for decades. NBA, we hosted their in-season tournament, NBA Summer League, but really it was through infrastructure development that really led to the explosion of sports today. So what I mean by that is we had T-Mobile Arena, which was a joint venture between MGM resorts and a EG that enabled NHL to come to town with the Vegas Golden Knights in 20 17, 20 18, we purchased the WNBA team, which we renamed the Las Vegas ACEs. And so now we've got A-W-N-B-A team. And then in 2020, of course with Allegiant Stadium, we welcome the Raiders. And so now we've got the Las Vegas Raiders, and we are, so actually in four years, we went from having zero professional sports teams to having three, and we're actively working to bring our fourth to town, which is the major league baseball. We're welcoming the Las Vegas a,Damian Fowler (03:34):Not to mention Formula One.Kate Wik (03:36):Yes, exactly. And Formula One now an annual event on our calendar. So it's a lot. It's a lot. And it creates new reasons to come to Las Vegas for our visitors. And what we found through research actually, is that the sports traveler, number one, we know sports tourism has just exploded the sports traveler. Through our research, we found that it creates a new reason to come to Las Vegas for those that haven't been here before. It creates a reason to explore the destination, see it, consider it, and then ultimately come. And then most importantly, we find that they spend more money than the average leisure traveler. So it's a really rich new audience for Las Vegas. And F1 has definitely exploded that for us too.Ilyse Liffreing (04:24):Do you know by just how much more do they spend?Kate Wik (04:27):It's usually anywhere from 500 to 800 more per trip.Ilyse Liffreing (04:31):Wow, that's a lot. And the rest on gambling,Kate Wik (04:36):AnythingIlyse Liffreing (04:36):Extra? It'sKate Wik (04:37):Funny. Gambling hasn't been, revenue from gaming hasn't been the primary source of how consumers are spending their budget while they're in town. Hasn't been that for over a decade.Ilyse Liffreing (04:51):AndKate Wik (04:51):I think it speaks to the diversification of the experience in Las Vegas. And when I say we're the entertainment capital of the world, we absolutely are. People come here to see shows, to see comedians, to experience not just like a touring show, but unbelievable residencies where our property resorts will build these amazing theaters where Lady Gaga performs, Bruno Mars performs, Adele performs, they'll create these residencies, which is unlike nowhere else in the US or world.Damian Fowler (05:26):I mean, I've been aware of that. I mean, obviously it goes right back to the Rat Pack, but more recently, like Sting had a residency there. I've been aware, IKate Wik (05:34):Just saw Backstreet Boys at the Spear, which was probably mind blowing, which was mind blowing. That's a whole nother level to the entertainment experience where it's just completely immersive that has changed the game for live music.Damian Fowler (05:48):The perception of Vegas has changed or is changing, and maybe that teases up to talk a little bit now about the new brand campaign and why this is the right moment to do it.Kate Wik (06:00):Yeah, absolutely. So we just launched a new campaign September of this year, so just a couple of weeks ago really. And the intent behind it is this notion that there are so many different reasons to come to Vegas, but there are also so many different vacation options. What we wanted to do was break through the noise and make sure that people understood that Vegas is the ultimate destination regardless of the experience you're looking for. We have it all, the breadth and depth that exists within our destination iss, it's uncomparable to any other destination. So we needed to get out there and get that message out there in big form. And why now what we found was through a lack of big brand messaging over the summer, we actually took a hit with a lot of negative headlines. And so we needed to get in front of that. And I think one of the big takeaways for marketers out there is that if you're not actively talking about your brand day in and day out, you create room for others to create their own narrative. And so after we launched the campaign, it's been about a month in market, we've seen a lot of that negativity drop because now everybody's covering, oh, here's the new elements, here are the new promotions they're doing, here are the new experiences that you can find. So it's really about driving the narrative that you want for your brand.Ilyse Liffreing (07:29):Very cool. And could you tell us a little bit about the campaign itself, maybe the creative, and then what channels are you leaning into?Kate Wik (07:36):Yeah, absolutely. In looking at how we were going to develop the work around this new brand campaign, what we wanted first and foremost was to be really authentic about Las Vegas and be very unique to a message that only Las Vegas can deliver. And so we took inspiration from our iconic welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign. So it's the sign that exists literally on Las Vegas Boulevard as you drive into town. And that sign, it's 65 years old today, but it is more iconic. And the awareness on that is it puts it as one of the highest elements assets within our portfolio. So you think Las Vegas, you think of Bellagio, you think of Wynn, even Luxor or all these amazing resorts. When we show that sign, the amount of awareness of what that is and where it is and what it's for just exceeds every other asset that we have out there. So we took inspiration from that. We took the neon, the lights, the really, the notion of setting the example of fabulous Las Vegas. That's the experience that our visitors can come to expect when they come to Las Vegas. So it truly has been our brand promise for over 65 years. So that's the inspiration behind the campaign.Damian Fowler (08:57):Yeah, I can see that sign now.Ilyse Liffreing (08:59):Yes,Kate Wik (08:59):That's right.Ilyse Liffreing (09:00):Yeah, that's right. Do you have a sense of the audience that you're trying to reach and through, I guess, which channels are you trying to reach them?Kate Wik (09:10):Yeah, so we have a really diverse audience set, which is very unique for a marketer, which usually has a single product or they've got a very specific audience for that product. Vegas is really the 21 and older adult playground. And so if you look at just an average audience, it's like a 45-year-old split, 50 50 male, female, et cetera. But what we offer is an unbelievable unbeatable experience at every single price point. So we absolutely cater to that high-end luxury market, that luxury traveler, all the way down to the entry level budget conscious traveler. And so we've got products from a circus circus all the way up to a win Las Vegas. And so for us, our audience is very broad, but generally it's adult travelers, people that have traveled in the past year looking to travel again,Ilyse Liffreing (10:11):We just had Marriott on the podcast and we were talking about how more travelers now are singles and single people. And I would think that might be particularly true for Vegas. For some reason, people are coming for a new experience and to get away.Kate Wik (10:28):I think that's exactly right. Not necessarily single travelers, but the idea of it's a getaway, it's a new experience. What we find from our visitors is number one, it's really high repeat visitation because every time they come, they're finding something new. So we usually get at least 80% repeat visitation from our visitors and really high satisfaction rate, but it's that mindset of wanting to try something new. For sure. Yeah.Damian Fowler (10:56):One thing that just occurs to me as we are talking is how the awareness of Las Vegas has been so kind of embodied in so many movies and TV shows. I was just thinking, I watched the studio recently, the Seth RoganKate Wik (11:09):Show,Damian Fowler (11:09):Which I think that has a combination in Vegas whileKate Wik (11:12):I actually haven't seen it yet. So no spoilers on my list.Damian Fowler (11:16):I mean, I was thinking about Oceans 11, you can go back and back. I have to see it. But that is all kind of part of the kind of braided cultural iconography as it were of the city, I guess.Kate Wik (11:27):Yeah, I think movies represent, you almost have to think of it as a channel for marketing. It represents an amazing opportunity to penetrate culture, reach new audiences that you wouldn't normally get to talk to. And so we have a history of iconic movies. Actually this past summer, you might've seen it, but the F1 movie, that was a partnership that we did with them to make sure that they filmed in Las Vegas and the Las Vegas Grand Prix circuit. That was really important. But again, reaching new audiences, keeping us sort of at the pinnacle and sort of leading culture. Also really awesome to have Brad Pitt lead in that. I'm not going to lie. That was pretty awesome. But a ton of movies. And it's kind of interesting to think of it as almost like a marketing channel, not a traditionalIlyse Liffreing (12:17):One, but yes. Yeah, like free marketing too sometimes, because a lot of things are based in Vegas,Kate Wik (12:22):Right? On the marketing channel front, I know you had sort of asked about how do we launch the campaign, and it was very much an integrated multi-channel approach. We did everything from brand marketing, product marketing, I call it value, but it's really promotional as well as experiential. So of course, from a brand marketing point of view, TV or movies are wonderful, but there's also tv. And we launched the campaign actually with NFL kickoff, so September 4th. We know that when people tune into tv, they're tuning in really into an NFL game. That's where the most eyeballs are at any single time. So from a marketing point of view, it's great return on your investment there. So we launched with a 62nd ad on September 4th on kickoff, but really it was about making sure that this is not just a TV campaign, but it's a platform that reaches the consumer at every different touch point throughout their travel journey or through their daily life.(13:27):And so we maximized the viewership by making sure that, yes, we had a TV spot, but we partnered with the Raiders to actually take over the tunnel walk. And so when players arrive at the stadium, any stadium across the us, it's usually sort of this gray back of house space. And what we did was we installed neon all over the wall as the backdrop. And so it gave our players the sense of pride as they're walking in where they see this huge fabulous Las Vegas neon sign, and then they get a bit of a swagger. And then we partnered with GQ to cover sort of the fit that the players are wearing because that's a whole thing, this sort of new cultural moment where you've got the intersection of professional sports and these athletes in fashion. And so GQ wants to cover that. And so now the backdrop for all of this is the fabulous Las Vegas neon sign that we installed.(14:22):And so then CVS and ESPN want to cover it because they're like, oh, what's going on with the Vegas tunnel walk? And so every time Vegas shows up, we want to make sure that we're sort of breaking through the clutter. We're doing something very unique, bold and different, and whatever we do, it's sort of Vegas worthy. So I guess another channel is outdoor. We don't just buy outdoor. We worked with media partners to find these super high impact spectacular units that just command attention. So around the corner, in Times Square, we have this huge 3D board where you've got a 3D view of the iconic welcome to Las Vegas sign that rotates and dice come out, chips come out, an F1 race car comes out, right? It's a showstopper. And when you walk into Times Square, you see people taking pictures of advertising and that blows your mind.(15:21):And then on the other side of the country, we've got an actual neon installation on Sunset Boulevard. So we took, quite frankly, one of the ideas behind the campaign is let's take the neon and export it. Let's take our Neon National. And so we've got these big neon relics all across the us and so this one on Sunset Boulevard is spectacular. And then you walk across any of our resorts in Las Vegas and you see our Neon Signs Launch week. We took over all of our, well in our top 10 markets, we took over our digital outdoor boards and we had a roadblock for the whole week of launch. So just doing these big spectacular moments to capture the attention of our viewers. Wow,Damian Fowler (16:08):That's a lot that you're doing a tremendous amount, but on the other side of it, how are you kind of measuring and tracking all of these moments that you've created?Kate Wik (16:18):Yeah, I think measurement is incredibly important for any brand. We are actually consistently in market every single week with a research tracker, a brand health tracker. We've been doing it for decades. Making sure that we're keeping a finger on the pulse of our consumer is really important to us. So before we launched the campaign, obviously we tested it to see, number one, does it break through? Does it resonate? Does it deliver on the message of escape? Does it make people want to go to Las Vegas? It actually tested stronger than any other campaign that we've tested, and we test all of our campaigns. So that was pretty exciting. And then post-launch, again, we're in the market every single week. We found that we continue to uptick in terms of likability of the campaign, the campaign that makes you want to travel to Las Vegas. Those metrics are really important to us, intent to travel, and so it's continued to climb every single week since we've been in market. That's really strong. I think outside of traditional campaign testing, something that we consistently do is social listening, and so understanding what the current conversation is on social, I had mentioned this summer was a little bit rough. There was a lot of negativity out there for us. What we found was we had peaked in terms of negativity online in, gosh, in August. We launched Campaign in September, and that number has dramatically reduced, which is fantastic. It goes back to this point of you have to constantly be talking and driving your own narrative.(18:01):Otherwise if there's a void, others are going to fill it for you. That's was aIlyse Liffreing (18:05):Quick turnaround time too fromKate Wik (18:07):InIlyse Liffreing (18:07):August to launching inKate Wik (18:08):September. Absolutely. So a couple weeks. So I would say early August was peak and then Campaign formally launched September 4th, but working with our property partners to seed components of the campaign before, that was a big part of it as well. And then I think a very tactical measurement is we launched actually the first ever destination wide sale, so we called it the Fabulous Five Day Sale. Our campaign is Welcome to Fabulous, so fabulous five day sale. We wanted to make sure that we were putting a spotlight on the value that exists across the destination. And what we found was we drove four times the amount of website volume that we normally do to visit las vegas.com and that we actually were driving more referrals, so people were coming in to see what these deals were, what the sale was, this first ever limited sale, and then the traffic, the referral traffic that we were sending out to the booking engines of each of our property partners. That was 120 times the normal weekly average that we have in terms of, oh my gosh, yeah, referral, wait. So really unbelievable. It was kind of mind blowing for us in terms of the results of that. Nice.Ilyse Liffreing (19:28):And what was the reception from businesses in Las Vegas too, because that involved all of them?Kate Wik (19:34):Absolutely. Yeah. We don't launch a campaign without the support of our property partners. The reception was fabulous to use a cliche, incredibly fabulous. They leaned into it, you'll see part of the campaign. We created these neon elements and literally handed over this toolkit to our property partners so they can push out on all of their digital signage, on all of their marketing elements, sort of reflections of the campaign work as well and tie into it.Damian Fowler (20:05):Great. Just out of curiosity, is the campaign driven from the ground up by businesses or does it come top down as it were, from what your office, what's the kind of interaction?Kate Wik (20:19):Yeah. Well, the interaction is we are the DMO, the destination marketing organization for Las Vegas. So what we do is we work closely with our property partners to understand what's the business needs, what are the trends they're seeing. We do research and provide them top level trends, and then we work with them on what do we need the advertising to accomplish, and then we develop the campaigns. We're funded by them. We're actually funded by a room tax, which is paid by our visitors. And so there is complete coordination with our property partners, and we really do all of the upper funnel marketing for them. That's kind of the role we play for them.Damian Fowler (21:00):Interesting. Yeah. Yeah. I want to ask you, actually, I guess this is a big picture question. Are there other big cities that kind of have similar outreach or similar marketing campaigns, or are you unique in lots of ways?Kate Wik (21:15):I think the big destinations like New York, la, they will have a tourism authority within their destination that we'll do it for them. I think what's unique about Las Vegas is how we're funded. Again, it is through this room tax. And so generally, I'm not out there every day trying to drum up membership funds or anything. Our job is to go market the destination 365 days a year. That is why we exist. And so I think other destinations have something similar, but not quite the structure or the support behind it. And I think what is unique for Las Vegas is tourism is the number one economic driver for southern Nevada, and so we're the engine behind that. We have to make sure we're continuing to fuel that. Tourism represents 55 million or 55 billion, excuse me, in direct economic impact. That's visitors coming, spending fueling the local economy. And so the role we play matters. The advertising that we do matters because it fuels the entire ecosystem and the economic climate for Southern Nevada. Wow.Damian Fowler (22:33):Another quick question, follow up question there because you keep making me think of things. You have a lot of international visitors. Do you have a sense of where the majority of them are comingKate Wik (22:42):From? Yeah. Yeah. So international visitors are really important to us. Interesting. Canada's typically is our number one market. We have seen a decrease this year from our Canadian visitors. That's true for the US overall. We love our neighbors to the north and we welcome them back. But Canada is generally number one. Mexico is number two. Mexico is still going strong. They've actually seen growth year over year. UK is our number three market. We love our UK visitors and our partnership with F1 continues to grow that, which is phenomenal. And then interesting, our fourth market is actually Australia, and we don't have a direct flight there today, but it's an easy stopover from la. But the Australians and the Aussies, they love coming to Las Vegas. Great cultural alignment, but in general, we love all of our international visitors, and it's about anywhere from 10 to 15% of our overall visitor mix,Damian Fowler (23:46):So Cool.Ilyse Liffreing (23:47):Well, so along with just how many changes Las Vegas has seen, how would you, I guess, describe the expectations around hospitality and how that has changed over the years?Kate Wik (23:59):Gosh, hospitality, not unlike marketing, it's really fueled by tech innovation. Everything from keyless check-in, you can check in on your phone, you can use your phone as your key. All of these things have been unbelievable accelerants to a great experience, but that's across the board in every city, across the world. Technology has fueled that. I think what's unique for Las Vegas is actually doubling down on the core of who we are. And that's about service, and that's about kind of going back to the brand promise of the campaign where the welcome to fabulous Las Vegas isn't just a sign. It is the brand promise of the experience you're going to have here. And before we launched the campaign, we actually went around to all the CEOs and all the presidents of all our resort property partners to say and to remind them, we're going to launch this campaign, we're going to go back to the roots of Las Vegas. And the roots of that is hospitality, and it's about making every individual feel like somebody special that is so uniquely Las Vegas. You can walk into a circus, circus, an Excalibur, and have this mind blowing unbelievable experience. You could also walk into a Bellagio, an aria, a fountain blue, and have a mind blowing unbelievable experience. It's not based on your economic value or your financial worth. It's based on who you are as a visitor coming. We're going to deliver that unbelievable experience, and that is service related, hospitality related for us.Ilyse Liffreing (25:39):Very cool. So what's next then? How are you planning to build on the success?Kate Wik (25:44):I think for us, welcome to Fabulous is not just like an A Flash in the Pan ad campaign. What we intended to do was create a marketing platform that will just stand the test of time that will continue to iterate off of it. We have three big announcements, not yet announced, but still coming out later this year that just continue to build on this platform. So it's a platform for us as the DMO, but it's also a platform for our property partners to continue to iterate because it is so unique to us.Damian Fowler (26:20):Now we've got some kind of quickfire questions now we've looked at that bigKate Wik (26:24):Picture.Damian Fowler (26:25):What are you obsessed with figuring out right now?Kate Wik (26:29):I am obsessed with figuring out how you hack the social algorithms. And I think what's super interesting is something that can go viral that isn't necessarily representative of the brand or the experience that you have. And so really making sure that for us, it's fueling a ton of content out there to make sure that we're dominating what that narrative is. And that's not just from brand voice, it's influencers or whatever, but that social algorithms I think is really important forDamian Fowler (27:05):Brands. Yeah, absolutely. I would love to figure that out too. It seems like a kind of a magic unlock.Ilyse Liffreing (27:11):Yes. Right.Damian Fowler (27:14):Okay.Ilyse Liffreing (27:15):This year you are included on the Forbes list of 50 Fierce Global leaders.Kate Wik (27:20):Yes.Ilyse Liffreing (27:20):Congratulations. Thank you. What is one piece of wisdom you'd pass on to other marketers?Kate Wik (27:27):Oh gosh. Constant learning, constant iteration. Nothing is ever done, right? You put something out in the world, there's always a chance to continue to iterate and learn and get feedback and continue to push it further. Yeah.Damian Fowler (27:44):Another is ai, a marketer's friend.Kate Wik (27:46):Yeah, absolutely. But actually, let's be careful with that. It's a friend, but it's like a starting point, right? I think using it as information, as research, as sort of an input but not a final output is really important.Damian Fowler (28:01):I like that. That distinction is important.Ilyse Liffreing (28:03):One last fun one for you, maybe outside of the Brad Pitt movie from the summer. What's your favorite movie set in LasKate Wik (28:12):Vegas? Oh, gosh. I love Oceans 11. I mean, how can you not? I mean, it's still Brad Pitt, butDamian Fowler (28:20):Oh, yeah.Kate Wik (28:20):But it's an icon. He can be at anything, everything.Ilyse Liffreing (28:27):And that'sDamian Fowler (28:27):It for this edition of The Big Impression.Ilyse Liffreing (28:29):This show is produced by Molten Hart. Our theme is by Love and caliber, and our associate producer is Sydney Cairns.Damian Fowler (28:36):And remember,Kate Wik (28:37):If you're not actively talking about your brand day in and day out, you create room for others to create their own narrative.Damian Fowler (28:45):I'm Damian, and I'm Ilyse, and we'll see you next time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney speaks with Gary Salamido, President and CEO of the North Carolina Chamber. Gary shares his unexpected journey from pharmacist to advocacy leader, spending 19 years at Glaxo before joining the Chamber in 2011. The conversation explores the Chamber's groundbreaking Carolina Health Works initiative, a small business health insurance program 12 years in the making that aims to help North Carolina's 144,000 businesses with 2-50 employees access more affordable healthcare options. Gary emphasizes the importance of listening and building relationships in business, lessons learned from his pharmacy background and entrepreneurial father. They also discuss music preferences, with Gary revealing his love for the Rat Pack, Frank Sinatra, and classic rock from the 1980s.

AN EVENING WITH THE RAT PACK Tony Sands as "Frank Sinatra" Robert Cabella as "Dean Martin" & Jeff Foote as "Sammy Davis Jr."   The Tony Sands Rat Pack Tribute, often titled "Rat Pack Together Again," is a live stage show that brings to life the style, music, and camaraderie of the legendary Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.. The performance is a mix of iconic songs, comedy sketches, and witty banter, designed to transport the audience back to the golden era of Las Vegas entertainment. Key Features of the Show: Performers: Tony Sands stars as Frank Sinatra, with other performers taking on the roles of Dean Martin (e.g., Robert Cabella) and Sammy Davis Jr. (e.g., Jeff Foote). Their portrayals are described as "spot on," capturing the unique charisma and vocal styles of the original stars. Live Big Band Music: The show features a "wonderful mix" of the Rat Pack's greatest hits, including Sinatra's "Come Fly With Me" and "My Way," Martin's "That's Amore" and "Everybody Loves Somebody," and Davis Jr.'s "Mr. Bojangles" and "Candy Man". The performers sing individual hits as well as songs where they would have united on stage. Live Band: The impersonators are typically backed by a live big band, such as the group Swingtopia, which provides rich and authentic musical arrangements that fill the room.Atmosphere: The performance aims to recreate the experience of seeing the original Rat Pack live at the Sands Casino in the 1960s. This includes "breezy" onstage banter, light-hearted comedy, and crowd work that captures the genuine chemistry and "mischief" of the trio. Themed Shows: Sands also offers a Christmas-themed version of the show, which incorporates seasonal classics like "White Christmas" and "Let It Snow" alongside the standard hits. The overall experience is a high-energy, nostalgic journey that pays tribute to an era of classic American entertainment, leaving audiences feeling as though the legends are still performing today. You can find more details about the performer and tour dates on the Tony Sands website. See less

Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. On today's episode, Ben Kinney speaks with Gary Salamido, President and CEO of the North Carolina Chamber. Gary shares his unexpected journey from pharmacist to advocacy leader, spending 19 years at Glaxo before joining the Chamber in 2011. The conversation explores the Chamber's groundbreaking Carolina Health Works initiative, a small business health insurance program 12 years in the making that aims to help North Carolina's 144,000 businesses with 2-50 employees access more affordable healthcare options. Gary emphasizes the importance of listening and building relationships in business, lessons learned from his pharmacy background and entrepreneurial father. They also discuss music preferences, with Gary revealing his love for the Rat Pack, Frank Sinatra, and classic rock from the 1980s.

Episode SummaryIn this episode, Damien Swaby is joined by the remarkable Barbara Niven, an actress whose dedication, versatility, and heart have made her one of Hollywood's most enduring and admired talents.With a career spanning more than three decades, Barbara has starred in over 100 film and TV roles, been featured in thousands of commercials, and contributed her experience and leadership to the Screen Actors Guild.Barbara discusses her work on Hallmark's highest-rated series and films — including Chesapeake Shores, Cedar Cove, Murder She Baked, and Crossword Puzzle Mysteries. She talks openly about the discipline it takes to maintain longevity in Hollywood, as well as the joy she finds in each new character she inhabits.She also reflects on her critically acclaimed portrayal of Marilyn Monroe in HBO's The Rat Pack, still considered one of the top depictions of the icon to date. Her award-winning performances in independent cinema, including A Perfect Ending and Hamlet's Ghost, showcase her range, intuition, and emotional intelligence as a performer.Outside the screen, Barbara has built a global reputation as Hollywood's top Media Trainer and Video Marketing Coach, teaching professionals across industries through her signature program Unleash Your Star Power!™. She helps people break through fear, speak confidently, and shine with authenticity.Barbara is also a best-selling author, renowned speaker, mental health advocate, and a National Ambassador for American Humane. This episode is packed with inspiration, insight, and practical wisdom for actors, filmmakers, creators, entrepreneurs, and anyone pursuing their passion.Key Topics CoveredHow Barbara became one of the busiest actresses in HollywoodWorking on Hallmark's biggest and most beloved seriesBringing Marilyn Monroe to life in The Rat PackWhat it takes to stay relevant and fulfilled in entertainmentThe creation of Unleash Your Star Power!™Overcoming fear, self-doubt, and perfectionismLiving a life of purpose, passion, and serviceW https://www.barbaraniven.com Call to Action. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and share the podcast. Follow Damien Swaby for more filmmaker interviews and insights into the craft and business of storytelling.Use Promo Code "FILMMAKINGSWABY" for all my deals or just click the link:25% Off More Labshttps://www.morelabs.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Strong Coffee Companyhttps://strongcoffeecompany.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY15% Off Tusslehttps://www.tusslegear.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Eric Javitshttps://ericjavits.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY25% Off Quantum Energy Squarehttps://quantumsquares.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Long Tablehttps://longtablepancakes.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off HyperNaturalhttps://hypernaturalstyle.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off wearplaygroundhttps://wearplayground.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY15% Off STAND+https://www.standshoes.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY10% Off Molly Bzhttps://mollybz.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY41% Off Cozy Earthhttps://cozyearth.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABYX (Twitter): @DamienSwaby https://x.com/DamienSwaby/status/1864468655582437405Instagram: @filmmaker__damien_swaby. https://www.instagram.com/filmmaker__damien_swaby/?hl=en 

Para analizar el sorpresivo ascenso de Franco Parisi y el Partido de la Gente (PDG) en la reciente elección presidencial y parlamentaria; y el reposicionamiento de esta fuerza parlamentaria con miras a la próxima administración, el analista político y director del Centro de Políticas Públicas de la UDD, Gonzalo Müller, conversó con Angélica Bulnes e Iván Valenzuela, en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Welcome back everyone! We bring you the 1st NBA segment of the season. This was from a few weeks ago Myself and Nicholas Lane. We cover various topics happening at the beginning of the season. Enjoy the show folks! 

Sobre el desarrollo de una nueva edición del evento Emprende tu Mente y lo que dejó la COP 30 realizada en Brasil, Iván Valenzuela conversó con Paula Comandari y Paloma Ávila en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Send us a textWe race from Prohibition to the modern bourbon boom, then settle in for a deep dive on finished whiskey with Dark Arts as our guide. Sponsors, community updates, and a holiday giveaway round out a fast, flavorful hour.• Prohibition's shock and the long road to repeal• WWII ethanol pivot and postwar bourbon export growth• 1964 resolution protecting bourbon's identity• 1970s slump, 1980s reinvention with single barrel and barrel proof• Rat Pack influence and changing bar culture• Tourism, education, and smarter marketing• Tariffs, distribution battles, and capacity growth• Finished bourbon acceptance and flavor innovation• Dark Arts origins, French oak and Armagnac tasting notes• Scores, takeaways, and brand shoutouts• Afterparty move to Facebook with live Zoom linkTune in to the Scotchy Bourbon Boys, become a member, subscribe, and enter the 12 Days of Christmas giveaway: “bourbons and whiskies from Christmas past and Christmas present, and then the one bottle from the Christmas future.”Bourbon doesn't just survive history; it adapts, pivots, and comes back stronger. We kick off with a fast tour from Prohibition's shutdown to the 1964 Congressional move that defined bourbon as a distinctive product of the United States, then through the 70s slump, the 80s reinvention with single barrel and barrel strength, and the 2000s surge driven by smarter marketing, tourism, and a far more educated drinker. Along the way, we unpack why tariffs and distribution shape what you find on shelves, how cooperage and barrel supply affect flavor, and why today's distilleries are betting on both scale and storytelling.Then we pour. Dark Arts takes center stage with two finishes that show how wood can expand a whiskey's world without drowning its roots. The French oak finish lights up the glass with raisin, currant, vanilla sugar cookie, and clove on a plush 108‑proof frame. The Armagnac finish leans into cinnamon toast, caramel, dark fruit, and a finish that refuses to quit, drifting into chocolate and toasted oak. We trade notes on mouthfeel, structure, and balance, and explain why these casks read as integrated rather than gimmicky. If you've ever wondered whether finishing can elevate a well‑made bourbon, this tasting offers a clear, compelling yes.We also shout out friends and sponsors across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio, spotlighting experiences from barrel‑pick tours to serious craft dining. If you're mapping a whiskey trip, you'll hear where to book, what to try, and how to make the most of limited releases. Stick around to the end for community updates, our 12 Days of Christmas giveaway, and afterparty details. If you enjoy the ride, tap follow, leave a quick review, and share this with a friend who's ready to upgrade their pour.Add for SOFL If You Have GohstsSupport the showhttps://www.scotchybourbonboys.com The Scotchy bourbon Boys are #3 in Feedspots Top 60 whiskey podcasts in the world https://podcast.feedspot.com/whiskey_podcasts/

Plongez dans le Las Vegas des années 60 aux côtés de Frank Sinatra, alors qu'il s'apprête à fêter ses 50 ans sur la scène mythique du Sands. Cet épisode retrace un moment clé de sa carrière : ses concerts légendaires de 1966, accompagnés par l'orchestre de Quincy Jones. Entre glamour, tensions avec Howard Hughes et rumeurs de liens avec la mafia, découvrez les multiples facettes de « The Voice ». À l'approche du spectacle hommage The Voice Is Back, redécouvrez l'empreinte inoubliable laissée par Sinatra sur la musique du 20e siècle.À retenir :Les concerts mythiques de Sinatra au Sands en 1966 avec Quincy Jones.Les relations complexes entre Sinatra, la mafia et Howard Hughes.L'héritage musical d'un artiste hors du commun.Notre équipe a utilisé un outil d'Intelligence artificielle via les technologies d'Audiomeans© pour accompagner la création de ce contenu écrit.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Sobre los ejes económicos que los comandos de Jeannette Jara y José Antonio Kast están delineando de cara a la segunda vuelta; y la crisis que se instaló en el bloque de derecha tras la elección del domingo, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Marily Lüders y Paula Valenzuela en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Para analizar el día después de la elección presidencial y parlamentaria; además de los ánimos al interior de la candidatura oficialista, el estratega de la campaña de Jeannette Jara, Darío Quiroga, conversó este lunes con Angélica Bulnes e Iván Valenzuela, en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

En una edición especial y conjunta de Radios 13, en el Rat Pack, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Angélica Bulnes, Paula Comandari y Andrea Vial López sobre los hechos que están marcando la agenda.

Actor Cesar Romero is probably best known for his role as The Joker in the 1960s Batman series, a portrayal that would later define the character and cast a large shadow over future screen adaptations. But well before Romero put on the green wig and red lipstick, he had a successful and varied career. He acted alongside the Rat Pack in Ocean’s Eleven and Carmen Miranda in Week-End in Havana. Most of his roles fell into the ‘Latin Lover’ stereotype, a mold he did not fit in his everyday life. Yet, despite on-screen limitations, Romero was still able to imbue each character with a sense of humanity. In the new biography Cesar Romero: The Joker is Wild, author Samuel Garza Bernstein goes in depth about Romero’s life pre-Hollywood, his career pre-Joker, and his 1980s renaissance as an A-list TV actor. On FilmWeek, Larry speaks with Garza Bernstein about Romero’s legacy. Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!

Sobre la importancia de la elección parlamentaria para la gobernabilidad del país; y el desafío que enfrentará la administración 2026-2030 en la reducción de la pobreza severa, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Comandari y Carmen Gloria López en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

"CG: The Woolner brothers came to the Garden of Allah and we had a meeting in the Garden, where all the stars used to sneak away to make out. They wanted a gang picture, as it was the time of the street gangs and juvenile delinquents. I told them I had one called "The Rat Pack" and they said they wanted a girl gang. So I got to work on Teenage Doll, which was Larry Woolner taking the title of [Elia] Kazan's Baby Doll [1956]. But the Johnson Bureau, or the Hays Office – I forget which was in at the time – rejected the story. AG: So you had to re-write it over the weekend? CG: Well I had to ruin it over the weekend."

Sobre la recta final de las elecciones de este domingo, que configurarán un nuevo Congreso; además de la crisis de la Corte Suprema, en medio de la trama Muñeca Bielorrusa, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Comandari y Paula Escobar en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

⁠PLANE & BEER HATS HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ DAISY THOMAS: His new player positive approach to AFL commentary. Transitioning between the biggest rival clubs in footy. Mick Malthouse's most ferocious moments. Playing on the greats - Cousins & Ablett Jr. A surprising encounter with Zach Merrett.

Sobre la última semana previo a la elección presidencial y parlamentaria de este domingo, en cuatro momentos clave; y el perfil, trayectoria y redes de la exministra de la Corte Suprema Ángela Vivanco, y su vínculo con el caso "Muñeca bielorrusa", Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Angélica Bulnes y Andrea Vial en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre la trama oculta tras el crimen que ha conmocionado al país; y el rol de Chile en la cumbre climática internacional que tiene lugar Brasil y con la presencia del Presidente Boric, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Comandari y Paula Escobar en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Para analizar los mecanismos de financiamiento de las campañas políticas en curso y la problemática de la regulación y fiscalización de las encuestas en Chile, el economista Eduardo Engel, profesor titular de Economía de la Universidad de Chile y director de Espacio Público, conversó con Angélica Bulnes e Iván Valenzuela en una nueva edición del Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre la militancia de Jeannette Jara en el Partido Comunista y todos los detalles de una nueva edición de Puerto de Ideas en Valparaíso, Iván Valenzuela conversó con Paula Comandari y Paloma Ávila en una nueva edición del Rat Pack del Mesa Central.

Jack Macejka, Vice President of National Accounts at The Advance Group, is joined by the OMA Rat Pack which includes Bryan Martin, SVP Sales & Marketing, The Advance Group, Jim Stevens, COO, M3 Commercial Moving & Logistics , and Jeff Silverstein, CRO, The Advance Group. Together they dive into what happens when top‑tier moving and logistics leaders unite under one network. From stepping up to board roles and driving direct sales to building a culture of collaboration and scaling to a billion‑dollar engine, this conversation uncovers the mindset, the relationships, and the strategy behind one of the fastest‑growing service networks. They are also joined by Brett Battina, CEO of Beltmann Relocation Group and OMA’s number 1 Booker for 2025 where he discusses how he’s bought into OMA and what it meant for his organization as well as Lisa Kaufmann, VP of Sales at Coakley Brothers & Brothers Interiors, winner of the 2025 OPA Member of the Year. Lisa discusses how the OPA role has helped her excel as a leader and elevate Coakley Brothers as a top 10 seller in OMA. Also, we had special guest appearance from Tom Hinkley, EVP of Business Development at OMA to discuss his career, how he sells OMA directly and his appreciation for the OMA network. https://theadvancegrp.com/happenings/podcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sobre la trama oculta tras el crimen que ha conmocionado al país; y el rol de Chile en la cumbre climática internacional que tiene lugar Brasil y con la presencia del Presidente Boric, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Comandari y Paula Escobar en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre la reactivación del caso que involucra a la exministra Ángela Vivanco; y los límites electorales del sector que agrupa a Kast y Kaiser en Chile, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Angélica Bulnes y Rocío Montes en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre el panorama político, a casi dos semanas de la elección presidencial y parlamentaria, la proyección de las encuestas ―con veda por ley hasta el 16 de noviembre― y el término de la Administración Boric, Leonidas Montes, director del Centro de Estudios Públicos (CEP), conversó este lunes en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central, junto a Angélica Bulnes e Iván Valenzuela.

When former Queensland Police Setective Keith Banks joined the force, he thought he was signing up to fight crime, not work alongside it. In this episode of Crime Insiders Detectives, Keith takes host Brent Sanders inside the world of outlaw motorcycle gangs, where power, loyalty and fear ruled the streets. But the real danger, he says, was within the Queensland Police itself. During the era of the infamous “Rat Pack,” corruption ran deep, and it took the Fitzgerald Inquiry to finally drag it into the light. Keith reveals what it was like leading the bikie intelligence unit during Queensland’s most corrupt chapter of policing, the price he paid for speaking out, and how the trauma of policing left him with PTSD. If this episode raised any issues for you, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sobre las críticas a la metodología y resultados de las encuestadoras, tras errores internacionales; y el misterioso caso que envuelve al heredero del imperio Mango, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Escobar y Marily Lüders en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre la muerte del destacado actor y Premio Nacional de las Artes 2015, Héctor Noguera; y los últimas proyecciones del panorama electoral de cara a las elecciones presidenciales de noviembre, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Andrea Vial y Paula Comandari en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre el inesperado repunte de La Libertad Avanza y el impacto de un voto "antiamericanista" en los mercados argentinos; junto con los detalles de la novena acusación constitucional que enfrenta el Gobierno, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Angélica Bulnes y Paula Valenzuela en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Este lunes, en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central, Angélica Bulnes e Iván Valenzuela conversaron con el académico de la Usach y director de La Cosa Nostra, Alberto Mayol, para analizar las tendencias electorales a 19 días de la elección presidencial.

Sobre todos los detalles del debate presidencial que se realizará este domingo 26 de octubre en Canal 13 y cómo se refleja la crisis de institucionalidad en la Encuesta Bicentenario UC, Iván Valenzuela conversó con Paula Valenzuela y Paula Comandari en una nueva edición del Rat Pack del Mesa Central.

La devolución de $250 a los usuarios por el "error eléctrico" que desató un fuego político; y el análisis de la actitud presidencial ante los ataques de la oposición, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Paula Comandari y Paula Escobar en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre las tensiones regionales en el encuentro empresarial Erede 2025 y la situación económica en Argentina ad portas de las elecciones legislativas, Iván Valenzuela conversó con Andrea Vial y Marily Lüders en una nueva edición del Rat Pack del Mesa Central.

Sobre los primeros anuncios del nuevo presidente de Bolivia, Rodrigo Paz y sus primeras señales hacia Chile; y la aprobación de la ley de eutanasia titulada "Muerte Digna" por el Senado de Uruguay. Iván Valenzuela conversó con Marily Lüders y Paloma Ávila en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre las encuestas y proyecciones presidenciales, Iván Valenzuela y Angélica Bulnes conversaron con Juan Pablo Lavín, gerente general de Panel Ciudadano-UDD, en una nueva edición del Rat Pack del Mesa Central.

Sobre la salida de Diego Pardow del gabinete y los bajos índices de sociabilidad, Iván Valenzuela conversó con Paula Comandari y Carmen Gloria López en una nueva edición del Rat Pack del Mesa Central.

Sobre el "error eléctrico" en los cobros de las cuentas de la luz que golpea al Gobierno; y el ascenso de la Contralora Dorothy Pérez, considerada como "Rockstar" de la política para algunos, Iván Valenzuela conversó con Paula Comandari y María José Gutiérrez en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre la polémica por la columna de "Parásitos" en la ENADE y la inquietante investigación de la desaparición de Julia Huñil, Iván Valenzuela conversó con las editoras Angélica Bulnes y Andrea Vial conversaron en un nuevo Rat Pack de Mesa Central.

Sobre las novedades que trae la Enade 2025 y el conflicto que enfrenta a las candidaturas de José Antonio Kast y Evelyn Matthei, Iván Valenzuela conversó con Marily Lüders y Paula Valenzuela en una nueva edición del Rat Pack del Mesa Central.

Sobre las encuestas y proyecciones presidenciales, Iván Valenzuela y Angélica Bulnes conversaron con Paulina Valenzuela, socia fundadora de Datavoz, en una nueva edición del Rat Pack del Mesa Central.

Sobre el acuerdo de paz en Gaza y la computación cuántica, Angélica Bulnes conversó con Paula Comandari y Paloma Ávila en una nueva edición del Rat Pack del Mesa Central.

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This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring trumpet performer, composer and sound designer Tim Larkin, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Tim Larkin trumpet interview"   About Tim Larkin: Tim Larkin is a composer, trumpet player, and sound designer whose work spans decades across the gaming, jazz, and film industries. His credits include Portal, Dota 2, Team Fortress 2, and HBO's The Rat Pack, with past live performances alongside legends like Ella Fitzgerald, Sheila E., and Huey Lewis. Tim won an Academy Award creating sound design for Best Animated Short at the 75th Academy Awards for his work on The ChubbChubbs! Setting Standards is his long-awaited debut jazz album, and was released on August 1, 2025 on all major platforms. The album is a curated collection of reimagined classics and one original composition that captures the emotional breadth, musical depth, and cinematic storytelling that have defined Larkin's career across jazz, film, and video games. Setting Standards includes interpretations of songs by Bobby Caldwell, David Foster, Jimmy Webb, and more anchored by his own original composition, “Gumshoes.” “This album isn't about chasing trends,” says Larkin. “It's about honoring the songs that stuck with me and reimagining them in a way that feels honest keeping the soul intact but letting them breathe in a new space.” Setting Standards blends cinematic jazz, soulful arrangements, and live instrumentation into a cohesive listening experience that's both nostalgic and forward thinking. With contributions from longtime collaborators including John Paris (Earth, Wind & Fire) and renowned arrangers Maurizio Metalli, Lennie Moore and Joris Hoogsteder, the album is a modern take on the classic jazz experience.   Episode Links: Tim Larkin profile on IMDB Setting Standards streaming links Video of Tim conducting the orchestra at the Dota 2 International Championships in 2023, at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle The Dota 2 2025 International Grand Championships Opening Ceremony   Upcoming Events: Virtuosity Musical Instruments Boston, October 17 & 18 Greg Black Mouthpieces, November 7 & 8 North Carolina Music Educators Association Conference, November 9 & 10   Podcast Credits: “A Room with a View“ - composed and performed by Howie Shear Podcast Host - John Snell Cover Photo Credit - Tim Larkin Audio Engineer - Ted Cragg