14 AFTER SHOW Is Your Event Too Safe to Succeed? with Marc Ghafoori

If you’ve ever felt like running your business feels more like chasing cars than driving them, then you’ll relate to this episode.This week on the Event About It Dynamic Dialogue After Show, Megan Martin sits down with Marc Ghafoori, CEO and founder of AlphaTooth, for a real and raw conversation about entrepreneurship, innovation, and what it means to build something that lasts in the events world.They dive into the unglamorous side of starting up, the evolution of personal vs. business brands, and the power of advocacy in an industry that often operates behind the curtain.Marc shares what launching his company taught him about pivoting, self-discovery, and redefining success on his own terms.🔥 What You’ll Learn in This After Show Episode:What starting AlphaTooth really looks like behind the scenes—and what no book or mentor tells youHow to reevaluate your business every 90 days to stay aligned and inspiredWhy event entrepreneurs must separate their brand from their businessThe truth about advocacy work and how it’s shaping our futureHow to find inspiration and community through connection (and why Club Ichi might just be the blueprint for industry evolution)It’s honest, insightful, and a must-listen for every event professional reimagining what leadership and innovation look like today.About the Guest:Marc Ghafoori is the CEO and founder of AlphaTooth, a creative strategy and production consultancy helping event organizations design smarter, bolder, more impactful experiences. With 15+ years in the events industry and a background in architecture, Marc is known for fusing design-thinking with advocacy to move the industry forward.Have a Vent of the Week?Head to eventaboutitpodcast.com to share YOUR “Vent of the Week”, it can be anonymous, and join the Squared Squad for bonus content!Connect with Us!Follow the show on social media @eventaboutithttps://www.instagram.com/eventaboutitWork with Megan Martinhttps://msquareddynamics.com/Connect with the Guesthttps://www.alphatooth.com/marc-ghafoori