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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How Event Marketers Can Empower Their True Potential

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Overcoming imposter syndrome was part of Courtney Stanley when she made a bold shift in her career at the end of 2019 and early 2020. She decided to pursue the path of entrepreneurship. She is a keynote speaker, event emcee, podcaster, and coach. Her humility is personable, and her approach is empowering. “It’s important to…

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Experiential Experts: Why Representation Matters in the Workforce -Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Representation is vital in championing diversity, equity, and inclusion. It ensures diverse voices are heard and valued in all settings, particularly the workplace. By enabling individuals to contribute their unique experiences and perspectives, it fosters an inclusive environment, challenges biases, and promotes equal opportunities for all. While the pandemic may have put a pause on…

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The Creative Process: How to help others create amazing experiences, with Erik McKinney

The creative process is often steeped in mystery to those who aren’t involved. Some may think that ideas are on a simple to produce on a moment’s notice. But there’s much more to it, and without certain processes and collaboration, an idea may never get off the ground. “A creative brief is the foundation for…

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The Taste of Success For The Events Market at Crépes Á Latte with Hailey Rosenstein

In the dynamic and constantly evolving events market, navigating businesses traditionally dependent on in-person conferences and exhibitions through the twists and turns of the pandemic is not easy. Some might say the task is next to impossible. However, those naysayers haven’t met Hailey Rosenstein, Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Crépes Á Latte. As Experiential…

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Before, During, and After: How Hospitality Businesses Reacted to the Pandemic

The hospitality industry revolves around interpersonal interactions—or so it seemed. Marti Winer, Vice President of MGM Resort Events Production, spoke with Experiential Experts hosts Lorre Crisswell and Holly Zalenski about how the industry and hospitality businesses have changed since the pandemic. One significant business change is slower decision-making, partly due to the need for flexibility….

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Executing a Philanthropic Event During the COVID-19 Pandemic

For this first episode of Experiential Experts, hosts Lorre Crisswell and Holly Zalenski spoke with Aimee McGranahan, Chief Operating Officer at Spookstock Foundation about hosting a philanthropic event during the pandemic. Aimee McGranahan’s mission is to support shadow warriors and their families. The foundation she works for supports these families through various fundraising events they…

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From Freshmen to Founders: Michigan Students Take on Higher Ed’s Summer Melt Crisis with MeetYourClass
May 29, 2025

A growing number of colleges are struggling to convert applicants into enrolled students—and to keep them engaged through graduation. With Gen Z students relying heavily on familiar digital platforms like Instagram and Discord for social interaction, traditional college tools for orientation, enrollment, and community-building often miss the mark. According to research, between 10 to 40…

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The Future of Flight Depends on Mechanics, Not Machines: How Jets MRO is Solving the Aviation Maintenance Talent Gap
May 28, 2025

Private aviation is booming—but behind the sleek jets and luxury cabins lies a hidden crisis. A looming shortage of qualified aviation maintenance technicians threatens to ground growth. According to Boeing’s 2023 Pilot and Technician Outlook, the industry will need about 690,000 new maintenance technicians by 2042. While private jet usage is skyrocketing, the infrastructure to…

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Stride at 25: Redefining the Digital Learning Ecosystem for Today’s K–12 Learners
May 28, 2025

As virtual learning matures and school choice accelerates across the U.S.,the 25th anniversary of Stride Inc. offers a moment to reflect on how far the digital learning ecosystem has come and where it’s headed.. Once known as K12 Inc., the company helped pioneer online education at scale. But in a landscape shaped by evolving…

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From Search (SEO) to Answers with Generative AI
May 27, 2025

In this episode of The Marketing AI SparkCast, Aby Varma—founder of Spark Novus, which partners with marketing leaders to adopt AI responsibly and strategically—hosts Mike Ensing, Founder and CEO of Revere AI. They explore how LLMs are revolutionizing search, shifting the customer journey, and forcing a new marketing playbook where brand discovery is increasingly…

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