Events Dear Boy! The Events Industry Podcast

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What’s the biggest challenge for any leader? Events, dear boy, events! So said former chancellor Harold Macmillan, supposedly. He may have been talking about world events, but anyone involved in business events knows what a huge challenge it is to make them successful. And that’s what this podcast is all about. The highs and the lows of organising, and speaking at, business events.

  1. 26 févr.

    Ant Morse

    In this episode, we’re joined by Anita Howard, founder of ICE Hub, a community of more than 3,000 in-house corporate event planners. Anita unpacks what it’s like building an event for event organisers, why the in-house role is finally shifting from “tactical doer” to strategic business driver, and how AI is changing the way planners work (not by replacing the magic, but by removing the grind).

    20 min

  2. 29 janv.

    Ant Morse

    In this episode of Events, Dear Boy!, we welcome futurist and speaker Ant Morse to explore his journey from senior digital leadership into professional speaking. Ant shares his broad expertise across emerging technologies (from 5G and IoT through to AI), explains how he “fell into” speaking by accident after being asked to fill a sponsored event slot, and reflects on why credibility and governance-led realism matter amid the current AI hype cycle. He talks candidly about what he loves most (storytelling, Q&A, and learning from diverse audiences), shares a hilarious worst-case mic moment, and offers practical tips for both speakers (tech prep and backups) and organisers (better briefing, pre-calls, and context setting to maximise speaker value).

    22 min

  3. 2025-11-27

    Dr Simon Moore, Behaviour Explainer

    In this episode, Events Dear Boy! was recorded live for the very first time at Event Connect, the flagship conference hosted by Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) for its events management students. We were joined by Rachel Tetlow from Pro-Manchester, focusing on the critical role of planning and delivering events with Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in mind. In this special episode marked an exciting milestone for the Events Dear Boy! team, bringing their industry insights and open conversation to a student-led audience shaping the future of the events sector.

    22 min

  4. 2025-11-19

    Dr Simon Moore, Behaviour Explainer

    Simon shares practical advice for speakers on delivery, presence and avoiding “slide dependency,” along with guidance for event organisers on how to get the best from their speakers by focusing on problems over topics. He also shares memorable speaking moments, including delivering a keynote in total darkness in Monaco when the power failed.

    21 min

  5. 2025-11-06

    Helen Horton, Haymarket Business Media

    Helen also explores the realities of working within tight budgets, engaging and inspiring the next generation of event managers, and adapting to the evolving expectations of audiences and businesses alike. She shares some of her proudest moments as an event organiser and offers practical advice for both speakers and fellow event professionals, highlighting the importance of kindness, organisation, and openness to new ideas. Great event organising is about creating a fantastic product for a moment in time and constantly evolving to meet audience needs. Managing budgets can be tough, but staying organised and treating everyone with respect is crucial. Inspiring and motivating the next generation of event managers remains a key priority for the industry. Helen’s proudest moments include delivering major events with high-profile speakers and well-respected awards programmes. For speakers: Be punctual, professional, and patient with event organisers. For organisers: Stay organised, be kind to everyone, and remain open to new ideas and technologies. Personal well-being matters — taking care of yourself is essential in the high-pressure world of event organising.

    21 min

  6. 2024-11-14

    Naomi Timperley, Growth and Innovation Consultant

    Naomi Timperley, a freelance growth and innovation consultant, shares her journey to becoming a speaker and offers insights into the speaking industry. She started her career in the travel sector and then moved into tech recruitment and gained public speaking experience as a rep and a karaoke compere. Her speaking career took off after appearing on Dragon's Den and she has since spoken at various events and panels. Naomi loves the adrenaline and humour of speaking and advises speakers to do their research and have coping mechanisms for nerves. She also shares tips for event organizers to get the best from speakers. Takeaways ·       Naomi’s journey to becoming a speaker started in the travel sector and tech recruitment. ·       She gained public speaking experience as a rep and a karaoke compere. ·       Appearing on Dragon's Den gave her a platform to speak about entrepreneurship. ·       Naomi loves the adrenaline and humour of speaking and advises speakers to do their research and have coping mechanisms for nerves. ·       Event organisers should provide speakers with as much information and preparation as possible. Chapters 02:00 Naomi's journey to becoming a speaker 07:50 Naomi's experience with Baby Loves Disco and Dragon's Den 12:05 Types of events Naomi is booked for 14:07 Worst speaking experience 16:51 Tips for event organizers

    19 min

  7. 2024-11-07

    Kerry Merritt, Head of Content

    In this episode, we’re joined by Kerry Merritt, Head of Content at Total Telecom, to discuss the world of business events. We talk about the size and scale of events, the challenges of coordinating schedules, and the importance of content in event planning. Kerry shares her favourite moments from past events, including the satisfaction of seeing a successful event come together and the challenges of running an event during a snowstorm. They also discuss the qualities of a great speaker and offer tips for event organisers.

    20 min

  8. 2024-10-30

    Martin Bryant, Emerging Tech Authority

    In this episode, Martin Bryant, the brilliant technology journalist, speaker and host, shares his experiences and tips for speaking at events. Martin is the editor PreSeed Now, the leading authority on early stage start-ups, so offers incredible depth of insight into the direction of travel of new technologies and investment. And with his deep contacts across the global tech industry, is in huge demand to host, speak and present, as well as contributing his knowledge to multiple broadcasters. Martin discusses his transition from journalism to speaking and the importance of being comfortable on stage. He emphasizes the value of providing useful information and being audience-centric in speaking engagements. He also shares a story about a panel that went poorly due to lack of preparation. Martin provides tips for speakers, including not scripting word-for-word, rehearsing bullet points, and getting in the right mindset before going on stage. He also highlights the importance of event organizers preparing and communicating logistics to speakers. Takeaways Being comfortable on stage is crucial for speakers. Providing value and being audience-centric are key to successful speaking engagements. Preparation and clear communication of logistics are important for event organizers. Speakers should rehearse bullet points and get in the right mindset before going on stage. Avoid scripting word-for-word to allow for more dynamic and engaging presentations. Sound Bites "It's about having that focus on ‘What is the outcome I want to deliver for this audience?’" Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 03:22 Transitioning from Journalism to Speaking 05:08 Types of Events Martin is Booked For 07:00 Martin's Love for Speaking and Providing Value to the Audience 09:43 The Importance of Audience-Centric Content 13:35 Tips for Speakers: Rehearsing and Being in the Right Mindset 18:44 Wrap-up and Conclusion

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What’s the biggest challenge for any leader? Events, dear boy, events! So said former chancellor Harold Macmillan, supposedly. He may have been talking about world events, but anyone involved in business events knows what a huge challenge it is to make them successful. And that’s what this podcast is all about. The highs and the lows of organising, and speaking at, business events.

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  • Créateur
    Pomona Partners Ltd
  • Années d’activité
    2024 - 2026
  • Épisodes
    28
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    Tout public
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