174 episodes

What are the latest industry trends? What are people doing well? What's the next "Big Thing" on the horizon? How can you adapt to new industry rules and regulations?

Great events create great brands, but pulling off an event that engages, excited, and connects audiences? Well, that takes a village...and we're that village!

Meet your village: Alyssa Peltier, Paulina Giusti, Rachel Andrews, and Felicia Asiedu. They’re part of the team behind Cvent, and your hosts for the Great Events podcast.

With each episode, you'll get access to content, tools, and resources to help you grow in your career, leaving you prepared to tackle the next big event that aligns with your company's marketing and events strategy—big or small, whatever they may be.

Great Events Cvent

    • Business
    • 4.7 • 21 Ratings

What are the latest industry trends? What are people doing well? What's the next "Big Thing" on the horizon? How can you adapt to new industry rules and regulations?

Great events create great brands, but pulling off an event that engages, excited, and connects audiences? Well, that takes a village...and we're that village!

Meet your village: Alyssa Peltier, Paulina Giusti, Rachel Andrews, and Felicia Asiedu. They’re part of the team behind Cvent, and your hosts for the Great Events podcast.

With each episode, you'll get access to content, tools, and resources to help you grow in your career, leaving you prepared to tackle the next big event that aligns with your company's marketing and events strategy—big or small, whatever they may be.

    How Event Professionals are Making Waves Early on in Their Careers

    How Event Professionals are Making Waves Early on in Their Careers

    Building personal connections in the workplace is the best way to boost collaboration and productivity.

    Especially for those in mid-management looking to shine within their projects.

    And in this episode, Paulina Giusti takes center stage, sharing her wisdom and insights for those looking to climb the corporate ladder.

    She discusses the importance of ensuring that hard work gets the recognition it deserves, taking ownership of projects, and actively seeking feedback that leads to director-level promotions. 

    You’ll hear success stories from organizing massive virtual events and exploring tech trends across generations, where inclusivity and adaptability emerged as the keys to success. 

    Here are a few takeaways:
    Learn to build strong personal relationships in the workplace and offer actionable strategies for collaboration and communication that lead to career advancementTake ownership of projects, transparently communicate with managers, and strike a delicate balance in showing what you’ve achieved to advance your career forwardEmbrace challenges with optimism and creativity

    • 34 min
    Championing Women and Building Confidence Through Experience: A Great Events & Dare to Interrupt Podcast Mashup

    Championing Women and Building Confidence Through Experience: A Great Events & Dare to Interrupt Podcast Mashup

    Ever feel like an imposter? 

    You’re not alone. Imposter syndrome can affect anyone anytime, especially women in leadership roles. 

    In this episode, we dive right into it with host Rachel Andrews, who is joined by Courtney Stanley, a renowned global keynote speaker, leadership coach, and podcast host to Dare to Interrupt.

    Courtney shares personal insights and actionable strategies, emphasizing the importance of diverse mentorship and collaborative efforts.

    This episode isn’t just about mastering imposter syndrome; it’s about empowering women in leadership, driving career growth, and making impactful contributions within the meetings and events industry.

    In this episode, you’ll learn:
    How to cultivate confidence, overcome imposter syndrome, and use self-belief as a driving force for career growth How the impact of engaging in diverse mentorship can cause a ripple effect of empowermentHow to better serve your teams and foster a culture of visibility and opportunity for women

    • 35 min
    How Events Influence our Culture & Community

    How Events Influence our Culture & Community

    Celebrating Black culture in events goes beyond remembering historical struggles–It’s about shining light on successes, uplifting talents, and embracing the powerful impact of education and representation.

    Join Paulina Giusti & Felicia Asiedu as they share how events like Black Techfest and the UK Black Business Show are celebrations that bring communities together, showcase rich cultures, and highlight the achievements of Black professionals. 

    You’ll hear insights into the value of cultural representation and supportive micro-communities within the tech industry and learn why it is essential to have the right speaker on the right stage and how to avoid the pitfalls of diversity quotas.
    
    Tune in to feel inspired, informed, and ready to bring a new depth of authenticity to your event planning and marketing strategies

    In this episode, you’ll Learn:
    Actionable strategies to diversify your programs and connect with a wider audienceHow to go beyond diversity quotas - confidently choose speakers who add value, inspire, and reflect our diverse worldTips on engaging local figures to add authenticity and depth to your events

    • 30 min
    How Event Tech and Human Connection are the Building Blocks of Great Engagement

    How Event Tech and Human Connection are the Building Blocks of Great Engagement

    Engagement is about connection. 

    And building connections is key to creating positive and memorable experiences for your audience.

    In this episode, your hosts, Rachel Andrews, Alyssa Peltier, and Felicia Asiedu, explore the world of engagement within events and marketing and how we can brace ourselves for changes in 2024. 

    Join us as we share insights that empower you to make your events more engaging, build real connections, and break away from the usual to create experiences that really matter. 

    Whether you are a seasoned event professional or marketing enthusiast, these insights will help you take your engagement to the next level.

    In this episode, you’ll learn:
    How to connect personally, create micro-communities, and use personalized engagement strategies to make events meaningfulHow to make events more engaging by embracing smart techHow to mix education & entertainment, involve attendees in content creation, and ensure memorable experiences

    • 28 min
    Welcoming 2024 with The 12 Hottest Event Trends

    Welcoming 2024 with The 12 Hottest Event Trends

    The countdown to 2024 has officially begun.
    And in terms of trends in the events industry, the future is looking bright.
    Things like staffing levels, diversity, sustainability, accessibility, and AI will be covered in this week’s #GreatEvents episode. All FOUR hosts, Alyssa Peltier (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssapeltier/), Paulina Giusti (https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulina-giusti-96644712/), Rachel Andrews (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-k-andrews/), AND our new 2024 host, Felicia Asiedu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/feliciaasiedu/), tap into 12 key trends to look forward to in 2024.
    But remember, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows.
    They’ll also talk about inflation, how it’s affecting the meetings and events industry today, and how it will affect it in the future.
    But… is there a secret on how to get over these hurdles?
    Find out in this episode. You won’t want to miss it.
    In this episode, you’ll learn:
    The significant impact of AI on the meetings and events industry
    The evolution and centralization of event operations within companies
    The continuing importance of prioritization and ROI in event planning

    • 40 min
    Discover the Fastest Growing City of Events with Marc Anderson

    Discover the Fastest Growing City of Events with Marc Anderson

    “No matter who you love, what the color of your skin is, what your religion is, or where you are from in the world, you're welcome here in San Antonio.”
    San Antonio is a welcoming city… A city that has something for everyone.
    In this episode of Great Events, Marc Anderson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-anderson-a6b4634/), President and CEO of Visit San Antonio (https://www.visitsanantonio.com/meeting-professionals/), shares the ins and outs of San Antonio, the rich culture and history, the delicious food and culinary experiences, and how the city is redefining the events industry.
    In this episode, you’ll learn:
    How San Antonio is a welcoming and inclusive destination
    The growth and evolution of San Antonio
    The behind the scenes of hosting a citywide event

    • 21 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
21 Ratings

21 Ratings

shandelicious ,

These Two

Love the dynamic of this podcast! Keep it going!

Stasiam9 ,

Be the ❤️ of the event!

Kudos to Mark Jeffries for packaging up his magic in this podcast. As an attendee of his MC Masterclass you really take these and more insights, concepts and scenarios and put them to real practice. Be brave, be the heart of your events! Thank you Mark and Cvent!

dclionva ,

Who are better than the experts??

Great chemistry and amazing content are an unbeatable combination!

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