The Inspiration Sessions from Elevate Mentoring

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This podcast is part of our monthly series of inspirational talks curated for Elevate by our People and Culture partners Zoe Tuffs from TIMES x10 Coaching, Nic Neal from Nic Neal People and Culture Consultancy and our Learning Partner Matt Bolton-Alarcón of Special Sauce Training.  About Elevate - Elevate is a pioneering free mentoring programme that has been designed with a specific goal in mind – to inspire, inform and empower people within the event industry.  Elevate operates, thanks to the generosity of our partners and supporters. Our partners are: Cvent, Jack Morton Worldwide, Live Union, Powwow Events, Protein STUDIOS (venue partner), PSP, The Production Department, We Are Collider  and CastleBell Ltd, SPECIAL SAUCE TRAINING LTD (training partner), Times Ten Coaching, Nic Neal (people and culture partners). Our sound and mix engineer is Matteo Magariello and our producer is Peter Kerwood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. How to produce a virtual event like a TV show

    03/01/2021

    How to produce a virtual event like a TV show

    The Inspiration Sessions podcast series has been specially created by the Elevate team, ensuring that the Elevate community receives the most valuable and impactful tools, resources and inspiration. In this episode, Lisa James, Founder of The Wentworth Collective, explores how event professionals can create virtual experiences that are more dynamic, more thoughtful and more memorable. Drawing on insights from the world of television production, Lisa shares practical techniques for designing virtual events that feel engaging, purposeful and unforgettable, rather than simply moving a live event onto Zoom. Her overarching message is that great virtual experiences start with a clear purpose, strong storytelling and an audience-first approach, using pace, interaction and standout moments to keep people connected from start to finish. Recorded in 2021, this episode captures a very particular moment in time, when lockdown had reshaped how we worked, communicated and connected. While the context was unique, the practical advice and insights shared remain highly relevant today. The presentation referred to in this podcast can be downloaded HERE Elevate operates thanks to the generosity of our global headline partners; Amplify, Seed and Wonder.  Our global partners are Cvent, Identity, First, Illusion, Inconf, Powwow, PSP and The Production Department.  Our partners are ASEMBL Group, CastleBell, Curious Nation and Jimmy Garcia Catering. Our venue partner is White Rabbit Studios, our training partner is Special Sauce Training and our people and culture partners are Zoe Tuffs from TIMES x10 Coaching and Nic Neal.  Together, we’re changing lives, careers and the events industry for the better. Our sound engineer is Matteo Magariello, and our producer is Peter Kerwood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
  2. 1% Better – Building Positive Habits to Achieve Your Goals | presented by Dan Keene

    02/01/2021

    1% Better – Building Positive Habits to Achieve Your Goals | presented by Dan Keene

    In this episode, Dan Keene, Global Director at Wonder draws on lessons from the elite world of sport, he shares simple techniques for building positive habits and making steady progress towards personal and professional goals. His overarching message is that small, intentional changes can help anyone feel more prepared, more focused and more ready for their next chapter, 1% at a time. Recorded in 2021, this episode captures a very particular moment in time, when lockdown had reshaped how we worked, communicated and connected. While the context was unique, the practical advice and insights shared remain highly relevant today. What will you learn from Dan’s talk: How small daily improvements can create big long-term resultsHow to break big goals into smaller, actionable stepsThe basics of habit formation: Reminder, Routine, RewardHow to use habit stacking to make new behaviours stickSimple micro-habits for networking, wellbeing and learningHow to track progress and stay consistent over time The presentation referred to in this session can be downloaded HERE.  Elevate operates thanks to the generosity of our global headline partners; Amplify, Seed and Wonder.  Our global partners are Cvent, Identity, First, Illusion, Inconf, Powwow, PSP and The Production Department.  Our partners are ASEMBL Group, CastleBell, Curious Nation and Jimmy Garcia Catering. Our venue partner is White Rabbit Studios, our training partner is Special Sauce Training and our people and culture partners are Zoe Tuffs from TIMES x10 Coaching and Nic Neal.  Together, we’re changing lives, careers and the events industry for the better. Our sound engineer is Matteo Magariello, and our producer is Peter Kerwood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min
  3. Consistent Online Excellence

    01/01/2021

    Consistent Online Excellence

    In this session, communications coach Mike Kelly from Speak The Speech, highlights key strategies for delivering engaging virtual presentations, meetings and interviews Stressing the importance of a strong first impression, he introduces “height, light, and sight” as a quick way to look more professional on camera. Mike also focuses on how “credible passion” and effective pacing, especially well-timed pauses, help sustain audience attention. Drawing on techniques used by performers, he emphasises clear structure, including a strong ‘hook’, a concise ‘purpose statement’, and a ‘memorable conclusion’. Finally, Mike addresses online fatigue, encouraging participants to switch up communication methods, hide self-view to reduce mirror anxiety, and reclaim their energy when virtual calls become overwhelming. Mikes overarching message is that with a little intentional preparation, anyone can project confidence and connection in online environments. What will you learn: How to make a strong first impression online using height, light, and sightHow to use body language and vocal energy so you appear confident and engagingHow to manage your energy levels and access ‘professional performance energy’How to use pace and pauses so your audience can stay with your messageHow to structure any talk using a simple bit effective frameworkHow to protect your wellbeing and reduce online fatigue The presentation referred to in this session can be downloaded HERE.  Elevate operates thanks to the generosity of our global headline partners; Amplify, Seed and Wonder.  Our global partners are Cvent, Identity, First, Illusion, Inconf, Powwow, PSP and The Production Department.  Our partners are ASEMBL Group, CastleBell, Curious Nation and Jimmy Garcia Catering. Our venue partner is White Rabbit Studios, our training partner is Special Sauce Training and our people and culture partners are Zoe Tuffs from TIMES x10 Coaching and Nic Neal.  Together, we’re changing lives, careers and the events industry for the better. Our sound engineer is Matteo Magariello, and our producer is Peter Kerwood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    57 min
  4. Saying Yes Before You Feel Ready – a five minute talk by Kelly Taws, Founder of Athena Event Solutions

    Jun 15

    Saying Yes Before You Feel Ready – a five minute talk by Kelly Taws, Founder of Athena Event Solutions

    This recording is part of our open mic series of 5 minute talks that take place at the end of our Inspiration Sessions. This fantastic talk by Kelly Taws Founder of Athena Event Solutions lasts exactly 3 minutes and 22 seconds! Her talk is entitled ‘Saying Yes Before You Feel Ready’. As Kelly puts it: “Sometimes the best thing you can do is say yes, show up and trust that your confidence will catch up with you.” Kelly was introduced by Amina Hassam, an assistant producer from the film and TV industry who is now building her career in events as a freelance event producer.  This podcast is recorded at White Rabbit Studios in Shoreditch with a live audience. Elevate operates thanks to the generosity of our global headline partners; Amplify, Seed and Wonder.  Our global partners are Cvent, Identity, First, Illusion, Inconf, Powwow, PSP and The Production Department.  Our partners are ASEMBL Group, CastleBell, Curious Nation and Jimmy Garcia Catering. Our venue partner is White Rabbit Studios, our training partner is Special Sauce Training and our people and culture partners are Zoe Tuffs from TIMES x10 Coaching and Nic Neal.  Together, we’re changing lives, careers and the events industry for the better. Our sound engineer is Matteo Magariello, and our producer is Peter Kerwood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    6 min
  5. Own your growth: The career levers that move you forward

    Jun 13

    Own your growth: The career levers that move you forward

    This is our first live and in person inspiration session for 2026 specially created by the Elevate team, ensuring that the Elevate community receives the most valuable and impactful tools, resources, and inspiration.  In this talk Zoe Tuffs from Times 10 Coaching and people and culture consultant Nic Neal explore how, even when growth feels outside of our control, there is still plenty we can own to move closer to our goals. What really brings the session to life are the brilliant industry stories shared by Jen Bonassera, Senior Events Director at Condé Nast, Sarah Godden, Head of Events at Wonderland Agency and Mwathi Muri-Gakonga, Founder, Creative Freelancer, Student and member of the Elevate NewGen leadership team. The presentation referred to in this session can be downloaded HERE.    This podcast is recorded at White Rabbit Studios in Shoreditch with a live audience. Elevate operates thanks to the generosity of our global headline partners; Amplify, Seed and Wonder.  Our global partners are Cvent, Identity, First, Illusion, Inconf, Powwow, PSP and The Production Department.  Our partners are ASEMBL Group, CastleBell, Curious Nation and Jimmy Garcia Catering. Our venue partner is White Rabbit Studios, our training partner is Special Sauce Training and our people and culture partners are Zoe Tuffs from TIMES x10 Coaching and Nic Neal.  Together, we’re changing lives, careers and the events industry for the better. Our sound engineer is Matteo Magariello, and our producer is Peter Kerwood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 4m
  6. The value of values: Why what you stand for matters more than personal branding

    10/11/2025

    The value of values: Why what you stand for matters more than personal branding

    This is our sixth live-and-in-person Inspiration Session for 2025, specially curated by the Elevate team ensuring that the Elevate community receives the most valuable and impactful tools, resources, and inspiration.  In this talk Zoe Tuffs, from Times 10 Coaching and Emma Castle from CastleBell Recruitment will challenge the concept of personal brand and will explore the value of values – how to be more intentional around them and how, ultimately, to remain radically relevant in today's crowded marketplace. The presentation referred in this session can be downloaded from the show notes HERE. This podcast was recorded at Protein Studios in Shoreditch with a live audience.  This project is powered by our Partners; Cvent, Jack Morton, Live Union, Powwow, PSP, The Production Department,, We Are Collider and CastleBell Ltd. Our Training Partner is Matt Bolton-Alarcón from Special Sauce Training, our People and Culture Partners are Zoe Tuffs from TIMES x10 Coaching and people and culture strategy consultant Nic Neal. Our Venue Partner is Protein Studios. Together, we're changing lives, careers and the events industry for the better. Our sound and mix engineer is Matteo Magariello and our producer is Peter Kerwood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 3m
  7. Confident connections: Networking that opens doors

    09/07/2025

    Confident connections: Networking that opens doors

    This is our fifth live-and-in-person Inspiration Session for 2025, specially curated by the Elevate team ensuring that the Elevate community receives the most valuable and impactful tools, resources and inspiration.  Networking can feel daunting at any stage of your career, but at its heart it’s about building meaningful connections. With the right mindset and strategies, it can be enjoyable and rewarding. In this talk Max Fellows, the Founder of Allpoints and Co-founder of Elevate, will share practical tips and strategies for navigating the entire networking process with confidence, authenticity and less awkwardness. There is something for everyone in this talk no matter how senior you are. The presentation referred in this session can be downloaded from the show notes HERE. This podcast was recorded at Protein Studios in Shoreditch with a live audience.  This project is powered by our Partners; Cvent, Jack Morton, Live Union, Powwow, PSP, The Production Department,, We Are Collider and CastleBell Ltd. Our Training Partner is Matt Bolton-Alarcón from Special Sauce Training, our People and Culture Partners are Zoe Tuffs from TIMES x10 Coaching and people and culture strategy consultant Nic Neal. Our Venue Partner is Protein Studios. Together, we're changing lives, careers and the events industry for the better. Our sound and mix engineer is Matteo Magariello and our producer is Peter Kerwood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    55 min
  8. Unfiltered: The Return of Real, why the most powerful experiences now happen offline

    08/03/2025

    Unfiltered: The Return of Real, why the most powerful experiences now happen offline

    This is our fourth live-and-in-person Inspiration Session for 2025, specially curated by the Elevate team ensuring that the Elevate community receives the most valuable and impactful tools, resources and inspiration.  We have two inspiring guest speakers delivering two talks for you in this episode. Lisa James, Founder of The Wentworth Collective and Louisa O’Connor, Founder and Managing Director of Seen Presents. Together, they make a compelling case for embracing slower, messier, more human offline experiences in a world that often prioritises speed, polish and digital reach. The presentations referred in this session can be downloaded HERE.  This podcast was recorded at Protein Studios in Shoreditch with a live audience.  This project is powered by our Partners; Cvent, Jack Morton, Live Union, Powwow, PSP, The Production Department,, We Are Collider and CastleBell Ltd. Our Training Partner is Matt Bolton-Alarcón from Special Sauce Training, our People and Culture Partners are Zoe Tuffs from TIMES x10 Coaching and people and culture strategy consultant Nic Neal. Our Venue Partner is Protein Studios. Together, we're changing lives, careers and the events industry for the better. Our producer is Peter Kerwood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 6m
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This podcast is part of our monthly series of inspirational talks curated for Elevate by our People and Culture partners Zoe Tuffs from TIMES x10 Coaching, Nic Neal from Nic Neal People and Culture Consultancy and our Learning Partner Matt Bolton-Alarcón of Special Sauce Training.  About Elevate - Elevate is a pioneering free mentoring programme that has been designed with a specific goal in mind – to inspire, inform and empower people within the event industry.  Elevate operates, thanks to the generosity of our partners and supporters. Our partners are: Cvent, Jack Morton Worldwide, Live Union, Powwow Events, Protein STUDIOS (venue partner), PSP, The Production Department, We Are Collider  and CastleBell Ltd, SPECIAL SAUCE TRAINING LTD (training partner), Times Ten Coaching, Nic Neal (people and culture partners). Our sound and mix engineer is Matteo Magariello and our producer is Peter Kerwood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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