Creating Powerful Impact

Shay Wheat

On the Creating Powerful Impact podcast, your host, Shay Wheat, Certified Event Producer™, Founder & CEO of Grace and Ease Productions, Inc. talks with coaches, experts, and thought leaders that are creating a wave of change with the work they do in the world. She believes that everyone has a unique message that can positively impact the world and we deserve to hear their stories. You’ll be hearing real stories from real people when we go behind the curtain to ask the questions that you really want to hear answered. Those "before the breakthrough moments" and lessons learned along the way. Shay sees real transformation in the audiences touched by the production and business growth of her private clients' In-Person and Live-Virtual events, like Dr. Oz, Lisa Nichols, Dr. Claire Zammit, Bill Baren, Alison J. Prince, Josh Turner, and many others. She knows it is the behind the curtain, "before the breakthrough moments" where the wave of change really begins. Shay creates impact by supporting overwhelmed experts to scale their business, and leverage their time by creating powerful and profitable events.

  1. Scaling With Soul: How Jackie Cote Sells High-Ticket Retreats Without Funnels

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    Scaling With Soul: How Jackie Cote Sells High-Ticket Retreats Without Funnels

    Coach Jackie Cote proves that freedom and profits don’t require a massive funnel. In this episode, she and Shay unpack the soul-led strategies behind her sold-out retreats, her “spaghetti strategy” for scaling, and how to know when an offer is aligned vs. just another hustle. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why Jackie’s “spaghetti strategy” built the foundation of her 6-figure businessHow she sold out a $4K retreat in two weeks without a funnelThe truth about ROI and alignment when creating offersHow to sell high-ticket programs without pressure or pushWhy retreats can outperform funnels as conversion events About Jackie Cote: Jackie Cote is a Freedom Mentor, International Speaker, Bestselling Author, and Retreat Leader who empowers ambitious women to simplify their lives, prioritize joy, and unapologetically own their magic. After 30 years in restaurant leadership, she walked away to live her dream life as a full-time RV nomad with her husband and pups. Through her retreats, masterminds, and coaching, Jackie helps women awaken their inner badass and create freedom-led businesses and lives they love. Connect with Jackie: Website: jackiecotecoaching.com Free Gift: destinymakers.net/fcm Destiny Makers Group: destinymakers.net/dmm2025 (Code: DMM1FREE) Instagram: @jackiecotecoaching Connect with Shay: Website: graceandeaseproductions.com Instagram: @shaywheat LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shaywheat Free Gift: EventFreeGift.com

    32 min
  2. How 1 Online Event Attracted 8,000 Painters (and 3,000 Members in a Week)

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    How 1 Online Event Attracted 8,000 Painters (and 3,000 Members in a Week)

    Most people think you need high-ticket offers or complicated funnels to scale a creative business. Ali Kay proves otherwise. Ali is a contemporary artist, educator, and founder of Fresh Paint, a thriving membership community that boasts a stunning 94% monthly retention rate. She’s also the creator of Paint Week, a 5-day online event that has drawn over 8,000 participants and welcomed thousands of new members into her community. And with Fresh Paint Live, her flagship in-person event, Ali is redefining what it looks like to build a joyful, art-led movement. In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact, Ali and I dive into the strategies, systems, and soulful choices that allowed her to turn her passion into a scalable business without sacrificing authenticity. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How one low-ticket live event created explosive growth (3,000+ new members in a week)The systems Ali put in place early to sustain her business with easeWhy her membership community keeps a 94% retention rate (and how you can apply it)What it really takes to transition from online events to in-person experiencesThe surprising role joy and authenticity play in long-term scaling About Ali Kay: Ali Kay is a contemporary artist, educator, and creative entrepreneur known for her bold color palettes, loose brushwork, and energetic teaching style. She is the founder of Fresh Paint, an online membership serving thousands of creatives worldwide, and the host of Fresh Paint Live, an in-person event drawing global attendees. Through her art, teachings, and community, Ali inspires people to reclaim their creativity and make art a joyful part of life. Free Gift from Ali: Grab Ali’s Color Wheel Lesson at alikaystudio.com/color-wheel-lesson. Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about Ali and her events at alikaystudio.comRegister for Paint Week 2025: alikaystudio.com/paint-week Connect with Shay Wheat: Learn how to create high-converting events with ease at eventfreegift.com For collaborations or event support, visit graceandeaseproductions.com

    31 min
  3. Align Your Image to Grow Your Influence with Paul Fishman

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    Align Your Image to Grow Your Influence with Paul Fishman

    Your image is saying more than you think. In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact, Shay Wheat sits down with Paul Fishman, founder of Image Alchemy, to uncover how aligning your image shapes trust, leadership, and influence. Paul reveals why style isn’t about performance, it’s about presence, and how leaders can shift the beliefs that keep them hiding in plain sight. You’ll hear stories of transformation, strategies for dressing for your future (not your fears), and how Paul uses AI to create authentic content at scale. ✨ About Paul Fishman Paul Fishman is the founder of Image Alchemy, a personal branding experience for entrepreneurs, founders, and thought leaders who are ready to align their image with their purpose. With more than 15 years of experience, Paul blends style, strategy, and energy work to help leaders show up clearly, confidently, and fully themselves. 🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why alignment matters more than performance in leadershipThe hidden cost of dressing for approvalHow to align your image with your future selfThe emotional side of visibility and being seenHow to scale authentic content without losing your voice 👉 Connect with Paul Fishman Website: https://everykindof.co Instagram: https://instagram.com/paulxluxury LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulfishman 🎁 Free Gift from Shay Want to plan your next event with confidence? Download Shay’s Initial Event Planning Playbook for free at www.EventFreeGift.com.

    27 min
  4. How to Use Live Events to Sell, Scale, and Stand Out in 2025

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    How to Use Live Events to Sell, Scale, and Stand Out in 2025

    In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact, Shay Wheat sits down with Owen Chambers, CEO and Co-Founder of The Professional Builder, an international company that has helped over 650 custom home builders scale with systems, client acquisition strategies, and high-ticket conversion events. A marketer first, Owen reveals why live events still outperform funnels in 2025 and how he used nothing but a stage and a simple system to fill his pipeline when expanding from New Zealand into the U.S. In this episode, you'll discover: 👉Why stages build trust faster than funnels 👉The surprising differences between U.S. and international markets 👉How to scale high-ticket sales without a massive team 👉The marketing trends that are working right now. Whether you’re a builder, coach, or consultant, Owen’s simple formula will show you how to sell, scale, and stand out in today’s noisy market. Connect with Owen at theprofessionalbuilder.com Explore career opportunities at careers.theprofessionalbuilder.com Connect with him on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/owenchambersnz Connect with Shay Wheat Shay Wheat is a Certified Event Producer™, CEO of Grace & Ease Productions, Inc., and host of Creating Powerful Impact. She helps coaches, consultants, and expert entrepreneurs scale their businesses with high-ticket conversion events and sustainable growth strategies. 🎁 Grab Shay’s free resources: Initial Event Planning Playbook - https://graceandeaseproductions.com/gift/planning-playbook/Decision Threshold Blueprint - https://graceandeaseproductions.com/threshold/ Learn more about Grace & Ease Productions at www.graceandeaseproductions.com

    43 min
  5. Healing the Subconscious Blocks Sabotaging High Achievers with Curtis McCullom

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    Healing the Subconscious Blocks Sabotaging High Achievers with Curtis McCullom

    Are you high functioning on the outside but stuck in loops of anxiety or self-doubt on the inside? In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact, host Shay Wheat sits down with Human Potential Coach Curtis McCullom, founder of Bespoke Human Potential Coaching and creator of the L.G.E.T. Mindset™ framework. With over 35 years of experience, Curtis helps CEOs, founders, and entrepreneurs eliminate subconscious blind spots that quietly sabotage clarity, income, and fulfillment. You will discover: • Why subconscious programming controls up to 95% of your results • How NLP, Mental Emotional Release®, and hypnotherapy create lasting breakthroughs • The role of emotional safety in scaling without burnout • A client success story where deep mindset work sparked not just revenue but an entire movement Curtis reminds us that true success does not begin with strategy. It begins with the subconscious. Connect with Curtis McCullom Website: https://bespokehumanpotentialcoaching.com Free Gift: Book a complimentary 15-minute Clarity Call → https://bespokehumanpotentialcoaching.com/contact About Curtis McCullom Curtis McCullom is the founder of Bespoke Human Potential Coaching™ and the creator of the L.G.E.T. Mindset™ framework. He is a Human Potential Coach, hypnotherapist, and NLP practitioner who helps high-achieving leaders remove subconscious blocks, unlock emotional safety, and create breakthroughs in both business and life. If you enjoyed today’s conversation, follow Creating Powerful Impact and share this episode with a friend who needs it.

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On the Creating Powerful Impact podcast, your host, Shay Wheat, Certified Event Producer™, Founder & CEO of Grace and Ease Productions, Inc. talks with coaches, experts, and thought leaders that are creating a wave of change with the work they do in the world. She believes that everyone has a unique message that can positively impact the world and we deserve to hear their stories. You’ll be hearing real stories from real people when we go behind the curtain to ask the questions that you really want to hear answered. Those "before the breakthrough moments" and lessons learned along the way. Shay sees real transformation in the audiences touched by the production and business growth of her private clients' In-Person and Live-Virtual events, like Dr. Oz, Lisa Nichols, Dr. Claire Zammit, Bill Baren, Alison J. Prince, Josh Turner, and many others. She knows it is the behind the curtain, "before the breakthrough moments" where the wave of change really begins. Shay creates impact by supporting overwhelmed experts to scale their business, and leverage their time by creating powerful and profitable events.