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Khalil Benalioulhaj
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Exhibitors and experiential design agencies just want to put on amazing events for their clients. We know that events always present challenges, but one many of us didn’t see coming was the pandemic. We started this podcast to share processes and systems to help you bounce back and future-proof your business against storms we may face down the road. We cover topics like how to access capital and funding, why and how to outsource, why and how to build a brand, creating a strong company culture, and much more. With more knowledge at your fingertips, you’ll be able to put on powerful events and build a strong business that can weather any storm.

  1. 065 - Peak Season Leadership: What Your Team Needs From You Right Now

    15 JAN

    065 - Peak Season Leadership: What Your Team Needs From You Right Now

    Chris Griffin calls in from the trenches of CES week in Las Vegas, where his team is shipping 43 projects in 28 days while operating at 150-200% capacity. This raw, real-time conversation reveals what peak season leadership actually looks like, from getting your boots on the ground to temporarily suspending normal protocols when your team is maxed out. What You’ll Learn How to support teams operating at 150-200% normal capacity during peak seasonWhy leaders need to get out of the glass office and join the front linesStrategies for managing client expectations during high-volume trade show installsWhen to suspend regular meetings and protocols to focus on paying jobs Time Stamps 00:52 - Episode Intro03:35 - Managing High Workload05:58 - Supporting the Team on the Ground10:01 - Handling Client Expectations11:58 - Adapting to High Volume16:24 - Balancing Immediate and Future Tasks18:58 - Visibility and Team Morale21:12 - Field Operations and Logistics22:52 - Reflecting on Team Efforts24:08 - Progression Photos and Project Documentation25:35 - Roles and Responsibilities on the Field26:02 - Handling Client Interactions27:28 - Planning and Reacting to Challenges29:45 - Implementing New Software and Tools32:07 - Managing High-Pressure Situations33:13 - Episode Takeaways34:06 - Union Labor and Staffing36:55 - Supporting Remote Workers37:44 - Celebrating Victories and Team Support Snippets from the Episode "When you leave the glass office above the treetops and come down to play at ground level with your team, it's a completely different view."- Chris Griffin"Your perspective changes when your boots are on the ground. The support you can offer becomes evident when you do that."- Chris Griffin"It's okay to suspend some of your monthly or weekly protocols in these moments of extraordinary volume."- Chris Griffin"Our motto: paying jobs come first. We'll catch up on the administrative stuff when we get a breather."- Chris Griffin Key Takeaways Get boots on the ground during peak seasonAcknowledge extraordinary working conditions publiclySuspend non-essential meetings and protocols temporarilyFocus on being helpful without getting in the wayManage client expectations to protect team productivityCelebrate small victories throughout the processCheck on remote workers who feel disconnected Resources Need Help With An Event? Get in touch with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CrewXP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch On ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Us On Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Have Questions? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ More from Chris ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CrewXP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email Chris⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ More from Khalil ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠benali.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meet With Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect With Us Ready to future-proof your experiential business? Subscribe to Experience Builders for more strategic insights that help agency owners build bulletproof businesses. Share this episode with fellow industry leaders who are planning their next growth phase.

    44 min
  2. 064 - Start, Stop, Continue 2026

    1 JAN

    064 - Start, Stop, Continue 2026

    CrewXP CEO Chris Griffin applies the powerful "Start, Stop, Continue" framework to evaluate 11 critical business areas for 2026. From stepping down as EDPA President to investing in AI and Gen Z workforce development, this strategic planning session reveals how experiential agency leaders can make tough decisions about where to focus their limited resources. What You’ll Learn How to apply the Start, Stop, Continue framework to your own business planningStrategic decision-making for experiential agencies post-pandemic recoveryWhy curating your customer base leads to better profitabilityEssential considerations for AI implementation in project-based businessesThe reality of business acquisition opportunities in today's market Time Stamps 00:47 - Reflecting on 2025 and Welcoming 202601:24 - Start, Stop, Continue: A Year-End Exercise02:54 - The Future of the Podcast05:03 - Association Memberships and Roles09:28 - Event Production: Challenges and Opportunities11:30 - Growth Through Acquisition16:04 - Selling Your Business: Key Considerations16:57 - International Partnerships: Challenges and Opportunities17:55 - Gen Z in the Workforce: Adapting and Thriving19:12 - Curated Customer Base: A Strategic Approach20:32 - AI Initiatives: Investing in the Future23:03 - Global Talent: Expanding Horizons25:56 - Recap and Reflections: Key Takeaways Snippets from the Episode "There's an enormous amount of talent [in Gen Z], and I think it's gonna be up to employers and hiring managers to figure out how to onboard this group." - Chris Griffin"We feel our winning business model is gonna be catered to fewer, better fit customers that embrace 'I want a partner that's on the front lines." - Chris Griffin"I get three requests a week right now. That's how active the market is for private equity and investment people looking to move into our space." - Chris Griffin"There's no complaining about Gen Z and they don't have your work ethic. In 2027, they're gonna be 27, 28% of the total workforce globally." - Chris Griffin Key Takeaways Strategic Resource Allocation FrameworkPost-Pandemic Business Recovery PrioritiesCustomer Base Curation StrategyAI Investment Without Replacement MentalityGen Z Workforce Integration ImperativeGlobal Talent Acquisition Best PracticesAssociation Leadership Transition Planning Resources Need Help With An Event? Get in touch with ⁠⁠⁠⁠CrewXP⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch On ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Us On Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠Have Questions? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us⁠⁠⁠⁠ More from Chris ⁠⁠⁠⁠CrewXP⁠⁠⁠⁠   ⁠⁠⁠⁠Email Chris⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ More from Khalil ⁠⁠⁠⁠benali.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meet With Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect With Us Ready to future-proof your experiential business? Subscribe to Experience Builders for more strategic insights that help agency owners build bulletproof businesses. Share this episode with fellow industry leaders who are planning their next growth phase.

    29 min
  3. 063 - Inside EDPA Access 2025: Strengthening Ties and Sparking Change

    18/12/2025

    063 - Inside EDPA Access 2025: Strengthening Ties and Sparking Change

    EDPA Access 2025 shattered attendance records with 354 participants while raising $122,000 for industry scholarships. Outgoing President Chris Griffin reflects on the leadership transition to Tara Erickson and shares how strategic networking at industry conferences drives real business growth in the experiential marketing sector. What You’ll Learn How EDPA Access achieved record-breaking attendance and sponsorship revenueStrategic networking approaches that generate measurable business outcomesKey economic insights for experiential marketing companies in 2026Leadership transition strategies that maintain association momentumCommunity-building tactics that strengthen industry relationships Time Stamps 00:00 - End of an Era: Farewell to the EDPA President00:26 - Introducing the New Leadership02:03 - Recap of a Record-Breaking Event05:25 - Networking Highlights and Success Stories15:29 - Keynote Insights: Building Community and Connection21:39 - Economic Insights and Predictions26:49 - Private Equity and Business Growth32:03 - Cigar Rolling and Karaoke34:29 - Reflections and Future Plans37:07 - Holiday Plans and Family Time37:53 - Las Vegas Christmas38:57 - Closing Remarks and Holiday Wishes Snippets from the Episode "You can't see eye to eye without being face to face."- Chris Griffin (quoting Warren Buffett)"I had 15 great meetings, one-on-one, not five or ten-minute pickup meetings, but good, great encounters. Four of them I would say are game-changing relationships for my company in 2026."- Chris Griffin"Jack of all trades, master of none. You can either spread yourself thin or you can go deep. What stood out was how structured his approach was, using what he calls associative thinking."- Chris Griffin (quoting Leo Chan)"The only way to know how valuable it is is to look back; there's no looking forward."- Chris Griffin (referencing Steve Jobs' calligraphy story) Key Takeaways Record-Breaking Conference SuccessStrategic Leadership Transition PlanningMeasurable Networking ROI from Industry EventsEconomic Challenges and Opportunities for 2030Innovation Through Associative ThinkingCommunity Building Through Shared ValuesFoundation Impact with $122,000 Fundraising Resources Watch On ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠Follow Us On Social: ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠Have Questions? ⁠⁠⁠Email us⁠⁠⁠ More from Chris ⁠⁠⁠CrewXP⁠⁠⁠   ⁠⁠⁠Email Chris⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ More from Khalil ⁠⁠⁠benali.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meet With Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Connect With Us Ready to future-proof your experiential business? Subscribe to Experience Builders for more strategic insights that help agency owners build bulletproof businesses. Share this episode with fellow industry leaders who are planning their next growth phase.

    41 min
  4. 062 - How to Properly Evaluate an NDA Agreement with Rob Cohen

    04/12/2025

    062 - How to Properly Evaluate an NDA Agreement with Rob Cohen

    Legal expert Rob Cohen returns to break down the real purpose of NDAs and what constitutes legitimate confidentiality requests versus overreach. If you've ever blindly signed a non-disclosure agreement without understanding the implications, this episode reveals the red flags to watch for and negotiation strategies that protect your business while maintaining client relationships. What You’ll Learn Difference between unilateral and bilateral NDA agreementsKey red flags in confidentiality clauses and duration termsHow to negotiate mutual protection for your proprietary processesWhen to push back without damaging business relationshipsStrategic approach to managing multiple NDA requests Time Stamps 01:43 - Introduction to NDAs05:51 - Unilateral vs. Bilateral Agreements11:20 - Common NDA Clauses and Concerns18:12 - Practical Advice for Small Businesses30:12 - Understanding Risk in Legal Agreements30:50 - Using AI for Legal Document Review32:01 - The Importance of Bilateral NDAs33:05 - Enforcing Non-Disclosure Agreements35:09 - Non-Compete Agreements and Legal Precedents39:21 - Adhesion Contracts and Their Implications40:35 - Negotiating Fair Legal Terms42:57 - Tips for Business Owners54:01 - The Role of Corporate Governance54:25 - Episode Outro Snippets from the Episode "Just because I'm paranoid doesn't mean they're not out to get you. It's only in those moments where you find yourself caught that you realize the only way to not get caught is to pay attention to this stuff on the front end."- Chris Griffin"If someone's pushing you to rush and sign something, that's all the more reason not to. 'I've gotta get my bid in 24 hours.' Well, why are you calling me now?"- Rob Cohen"You also have to look at whether the agreement was reasonable in the first place. Rather than just applying to one party, it applies to either party. If they've got problems with it, then why were they so aggressive with their language to you?"- Rob Cohen"When you're chasing the next project, you make decisions like signing the NDA that is totally against you. You can't afford to not sign because you need that project, when in reality that project could lead to your demise."- Khalil Benalioulhaj Key Takeaways Consider bilateral protection instead of one-sided agreementsEstablish internal policies for who can sign binding agreementsCreate template NDAs with legal counsel for repeat situationsWatch for overly broad confidentiality definitions and missing carve-outsNegotiate reasonable timeframes and scope limitationsUse pushback as a test of partnership potential Resources Need Help With An Event? Get in touch with ⁠⁠⁠⁠CrewXP⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch On ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Us On Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠Have Questions? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us⁠⁠⁠⁠ More from Rob Cohen ⁠Rob Cohen on LinkedInDisplay Supply & Lighting, Inc. Website More from Chris ⁠⁠⁠⁠CrewXP⁠⁠⁠⁠   ⁠⁠⁠⁠Email Chris⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ More from Khalil ⁠⁠⁠⁠benali.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meet With Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect With Us Ready to future-proof your experiential business? Subscribe to Experience Builders for more strategic insights that help agency owners build bulletproof businesses.

    55 min
  5. 061 - Is Gen Z Unemployable? with Jaynie Ellison

    20/11/2025

    061 - Is Gen Z Unemployable? with Jaynie Ellison

    Industry leaders unpack shocking new data revealing a 98% disconnect between what hiring managers want and what Gen Z values in the workplace. Chris Griffin and Khalil Benalioulhaj join forces with recruiting expert Jaynie Ellison to explore practical strategies for bridging this massive gap and turning Gen Z from perceived obstacle into competitive advantage. What You’ll Learn The real reasons behind the 98% employer-Gen Z value disconnectWhy Gen Z's worldview creates different workplace expectationsProven strategies for integrating Gen Z into experiential teamsHow remote work and mentorship can close the generational gapWhy trade jobs offer untapped opportunities for young talent Time Stamps 01:27 - Episode Intro02:29 -Guest Intro04:41 - The Disconnect Between Hiring Managers and Gen Z08:01 Challenges and Solutions for Gen Z in the Workforce13:21 -Incentives and Flexibility in Trade Jobs30:45 -The Importance of In-Person Connection31:36 -Remote Work and Technology's Role32:55 -Evaluating and Integrating Gen Z into the Workforce38:21 -Strategies for Employers to Engage Gen Z44:36 -Advice for Gen Z Entering the Workforce Snippets from the Episode "If you're looking at Gen Z as an obstacle, you're not gonna be in it for long. The workforce is aging out. You need the next generation."- Khalil Benalioulhaj"Gen Z is going to be 27% of the workforce by 2028. We're knocking on the door of 2026. This is an important conversation."- Jaynie Ellison"Stop measuring your employees based on inputs and start measuring based on outcomes. If you're judging them off office hours, you have a poor management system."- Khalil Benalioulhaj"They really want to see results. They want to see that they're progressing in their career more quickly because we don't know when things could change."- Jaynie Ellison Key Takeaways 98% value disconnect exists between hiring managers and Gen ZCOVID disrupted Gen Z's foundational workplace expectationsTrade jobs offer six-figure opportunities with clear advancement pathsMentorship and structured onboarding are essential for Gen Z integrationFlexibility doesn't always mean remote work - focus on outcomesGen Z values culture, authenticity, and helping others above traditional metricsClear career progression paths can extend retention beyond 13 months Resources Need Help With An Event? Get in touch with ⁠⁠⁠CrewXP⁠⁠⁠ Watch On ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠Follow Us On Social: ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠Have Questions? ⁠⁠⁠Email us⁠⁠⁠ More from Jaynie Ellison Emerge XP Email JaynieJaynie on LinkedIn More from Chris ⁠⁠⁠CrewXP⁠⁠⁠   ⁠⁠⁠Email Chris⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ More from Khalil ⁠⁠⁠benali.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meet With Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Connect With Us Ready to future-proof your experiential business? Subscribe to Experience Builders for more strategic insights that help agency owners build bulletproof businesses.

    55 min
  6. 060 - 10 Small Mistakes That Can Cost You Big Clients

    06/11/2025

    060 - 10 Small Mistakes That Can Cost You Big Clients

    Chris Griffin reveals 10 seemingly minor professional oversights that can destroy valuable business relationships and lose major clients. From poor proofreading to sloppy billing, these "small" mistakes can undermine years of relationship building and cost you six-figure deals. What You’ll Learn Why the little things matter more than 900,000 minutes of expertise10 specific mistakes that signal unprofessionalism to clientsHow to build relationship capital through deposits vs. withdrawalsProfessional standards that separate top performers from the packSimple systems to protect your biggest client relationships Time Stamps 00:35 - The Importance of Relationships01:31 - Seth Godin's Insight: 900,000 vs. 9 Minutes02:53 - The Power of Little Things in Business04:55 - Proofreading: A Small Step with Big Impact08:04 - The Value of Written Follow-Ups14:49 - Clear Communication: Visuals and Analogies21:09 - The Pitfalls of Wrong Information23:31 - Punctuality: Respecting Time and Commitments26:18 - Managing Digital Fatigue26:23 - Balancing Workload and Decompression27:45 - The Importance of Appearance32:38 - Making Deposits in Relationships44:15 - The Value of Accountability Snippets from the Episode "It takes 900,000 minutes to become a subject matter expert, but less than 9 minutes to make someone feel seen and understood."— Chris Griffin"Nothing can slow you down more than a mistake from not proofreading."— Khalil Benalioulhaj"Four deposits for every one withdrawal - there's gotta be something in the relationship account."— Chris Griffin"Shortcuts lead to dead ends."— Khalil Benalioulhaj Key Takeaways Small Professional Oversights Destroy Big RelationshipsProofreading Everything Protects Your CredibilityWritten Follow-Ups Prevent Future DisagreementsClear Communication Uses Visuals and Relevant ExamplesBeing On Time Reflects Your Core ValuesRelationship Deposits Must Exceed WithdrawalsAuthenticity Trumps Polish in Client Interactions Resources Seth Godin's 9,000 vs 9 blogNeed Help With An Event? Get in touch with ⁠⁠CrewXP⁠⁠ Watch On ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠Follow Us On Social: ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠Have Questions? ⁠⁠Email us⁠⁠ More from Chris ⁠⁠CrewXP⁠⁠   ⁠⁠Email Chris⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ More from Khalil ⁠⁠benali.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠Email Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠Meet With Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Connect With Us Ready to future-proof your experiential business? Subscribe to Experience Builders for more strategic insights that help agency owners build bulletproof businesses. Share this episode with fellow industry leaders who are planning their next growth phase.

    53 min
  7. 059 - Where is Your Next $1M in Business Coming From?

    23/10/2025

    059 - Where is Your Next $1M in Business Coming From?

    Chris and Khalil dive deep into the strategic question every agency owner should be asking: where will your next million dollars in revenue actually come from? They break down three proven pathways for sustainable growth and share hard-earned lessons about the difference between chasing revenue and building profitable, bulletproof businesses that can weather any storm. What You’ll Learn Three strategic channels for generating your next million in revenueHow to systematically grow existing client relationships beyond current offeringsProven frameworks for identifying and approaching high-value target accountsWhy business development strategies are evolving and what's working nowCritical warning signs when pursuing large opportunities or acquisitions Time Stamps 00:49 - Current Business Climate01:42 - Strategic Growth: Acquisitions and Alliances04:28 - Maximizing Revenue from Existing Clients19:59 - Evolving Business Development Strategies24:28 - Targeting New Accounts: Strategies and Insights25:50 - Networking and Building Relationships32:21 - Challenges and Risks in Business Growth43:49 - Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts Snippets from the Episode "I do not chase revenue just for the sake of it. When I say where's the next million coming from, it really is, where's that next chunk of business that's gonna be good for the company?"— Chris Griffin"By us asking this question, it changes your mindset. You sort of move from autopilot to having both hands on the wheel, both feet on the pedals."— Chris Griffin"Everything requires maintenance. If you're going to take on this new project, you have to budget maintenance and attention to detail."— Khalil Benalioulhaj Key Takeaways Don't Hope to Grow - Plan Your GrowthFocus on Profitable Revenue Over Total RevenueSegment Clients Into Strategic CategoriesNetworking and Referrals Drive New BusinessProtect Your Business Model During Rapid Growth Resources Need Help With An Event? Get in touch with ⁠CrewXP⁠ Watch On ⁠YouTube⁠Follow Us On Social: ⁠LinkedIn⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠Have Questions? ⁠Email us⁠ More from Chris ⁠CrewXP⁠   ⁠Email Chris⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ More from Khalil ⁠benali.com ⁠⁠Email Khalil⁠⁠Meet With Khalil⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠Instagram⁠ Connect With Us Ready to future-proof your experiential business? Subscribe to Experience Builders for more strategic insights that help agency owners build bulletproof businesses. Share this episode with fellow industry leaders who are planning their next growth phase.

    46 min
  8. 058 - Government Shutdown: Steering Through Uncertainty in the Events Industry

    10/10/2025

    058 - Government Shutdown: Steering Through Uncertainty in the Events Industry

    Chris Griffin breaks down how the current government shutdown affects the trade show and exhibit industry beyond the obvious. While most exhibit houses report no direct business impact, the political instability creates ripple effects that smart business leaders can't ignore—from military event cancellations to broader concerns about economic uncertainty and business confidence. What You'll Learn Why government shutdowns matter even when your business isn't directly affectedHow political instability impacts client spending decisions and business confidenceThe connection between government operations and critical trade show infrastructurePractical contingency planning strategies for uncertain political climatesWhy this pattern of governmental dysfunction poses long-term risks to business growth Key Topics & Timestamp 00:24 - Understanding the Government Shutdown00:43 - Impact on Small Businesses01:37 - The Budget and Continuing Resolutions02:58 - Political Stalemate and Its Consequences05:31 - Broader Economic Concerns15:52 - Practical Steps for Businesses21:03 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts Snippets from the Episode "Isn't that a good sentiment to greet every day with, Khalil? 'I've got a lot to learn today.'"— Chris Griffin"It's been 25 years since the United States has been able to present and agree on a balanced budget in Congress. So we've been in this slow death spiral of disagreeing and disagreeing more."— Chris Griffin"While there is no direct impact today on this current shutdown to businesses in our space, there is major concern by all business leaders that this inability to agree is just another nail in the proverbial coffin of our inability to trust our institutions."— Chris Griffin"I think we're all looking forward to and counting on a solid economy in 2026. But most of us always have some kind of defensive or contingency plan."— Chris Griffin Key Takeaways No Immediate Direct Impact on Most Exhibition BusinessesMilitary Events and Government Contracts Are VulnerableTravel Infrastructure Workers Face Payment DelaysBusiness Confidence Erodes with Repeated Government DysfunctionInternational Trade Show Participation Could DeclineContingency Planning Becomes More CriticalOctober 15th Military Pay Deadline Creates Resolution Pressure Resources Need Help With An Event? Get in touch with CrewXP Watch On YouTubeFollow Us On Social: LinkedIn, FacebookHave Questions? Email usMore from Chris CrewXP   Email ChrisLinkedIn More from Khalil benali.com Email KhalilMeet With KhalilLinkedInFacebookInstagram Connect With Us Ready to future-proof your exhibit sales career? Share your biggest sales challenge with us and connect with fellow Experience Builders who are mastering the new rules of our industry.

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Exhibitors and experiential design agencies just want to put on amazing events for their clients. We know that events always present challenges, but one many of us didn’t see coming was the pandemic. We started this podcast to share processes and systems to help you bounce back and future-proof your business against storms we may face down the road. We cover topics like how to access capital and funding, why and how to outsource, why and how to build a brand, creating a strong company culture, and much more. With more knowledge at your fingertips, you’ll be able to put on powerful events and build a strong business that can weather any storm.

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  • Creator
    Khalil Benalioulhaj
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    67
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Khalil Benalioulhaj
  • Show Website
    Experience Builders