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Sarah Jean from the Wayne County Fair in New York joins us on today’s show. We have a great discussion about fairs, how she balances her career and her volunteer fair life and what to expect from the 2024 Wayne County Fair.

This week the Fair Game Podcast welcomes Jenni Axelson to the show. Jenni is the president of the board for the Sherburne County Fair in Minnesota. We discuss her plans for the upcoming Sherburne County Fair plus we delve into what it is she loves about what she does. Oh! And the red hair? There’s a story there too. All that and more on this week’s episode.

On Fair Game 331 we welcome Hypnotist Benjamin Jackson. Jackon specializes in comedy hypnosis that is a smash hit at fairs across the country. We talk about his entry into the industry and history in the entertainment industry.

On today’s episode we welcome Jodi Buresh from Saffire. As an event industry leader, Saffire provides digital services to fairs and events including web design and online ticketing. We discuss the state of event technology and how fairs and events can stay on top of the rapidly changing tech environment.

In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Shari Black, the CEO of the Wisconsin State Fair. Join us as we delve into Shari's extensive background in the industry and gain insight into her journey to becoming CEO of one of the most renowned fairs in the country. Plus! Discover what guests can expect from the highly anticipated 2024 Wisconsin State Fair as Shari gives us a sneak peek into the exciting lineup of events, attractions, and experiences that will await visitors this year.

On this episode we are joined by Jerry Ross, CEO of Harmony Artists, an esteemed entertainment agency that has been instrumental in providing exceptional shows for fairs, festivals, corporate partners, and performing arts events for nearly 50 years.Jerry Ross takes us through the exciting history of Harmony Artists and shares some of the most quirky and delightful stories encountered along the agency's remarkable journey. Join us as we explore the ins and outs of the entertainment industry and gain insight into the evolution of fair entertainment. From the highs to the unexpected twists, tune in to better understand the past, present, and potential future of the fair industry.