Flock Together

Megan Dawson, Client & Strategic Creative Content Director at Top Banana, talks about burnout being worn as a badge of honour in events. She also tells stories of Singapore, Melbourne and her dream incentive to the Serengeti with David Attenborough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daniel Reid, Assistant VP, Global Sales (Europe) at Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts, talks about the importance of inclusivity in luxury hotels. He also tells stories of Mauritius, Italy and his dream incentive to Japan with Bill Murray. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Victoria Batten, Senior Director, Luxury Sales EMEA at Hilton, talks about the need for greater transparency between hotels and agents. She also tells stories of Paris, Alaska and her dream incentive to Seychelles with George Clooney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anne Golden, General Manager at Pan Pacific London, talks about how the hospitality industry is overlooked and that leadership needs to be inspiring. She also tells stories of Singapore, Monaco and her dream incentive to Japan with Viggo Mortensen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Andreas Beverlo, Senior Director - Group Sales (Europe) at Preferred Hotels & Resorts, talks about no-shows at industry events. He also tells stories of Borneo, South Africa and his dream incentive to Machu Picchu with Sara Cox and Stacey Dooley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alan Love, Regional Vice President at ALHI, talks about how thankful he is for the wonderful people and experiences in the industry. He also tells stories of The Algarve, Sao Paolo and his dream incentive driving across the US with Jeremy Clarkson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gavin Farley, CEO at asembl, talks about embracing and enjoying everything that comes with working in the events industry. He also tells stories of South Korea, Australia and his dream incentive to Necker Island with Richard Branson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jody Jones, Managing Director at Shore Events, talks about the need for industry networking events to be reformed. She also tells stories of Switzerland, Bora Bora and her dream incentive to Egypt with Simon Reeve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Debbie Crosswell, Client Relationship Director at Top Banana, talks about owning mistakes and being authentic. She also tells stories of Rome, Thailand and her dream incentive in Southeast Asia with Michael McIntyre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Lake, Creative Experience Designer at søster, talks about normalising travel as a force for good. He also tells stories of Atlanta, KwaZulu-Natal and his dream incentive to Myanmar with Paddy McGuinness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Culverhouse, former Director of Strategic Accounts & Growth at Opus, talks about taking stock of the amazing opportunities in events. He also tells stories of Doha, Mexico and his dream incentive to Bali with Princess Diana and Michael Jackson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan Galloway, Director at Elevate Events & Incentives, talks about avoiding gimmicks and focusing on what matters. He also tells stories of Iceland, Mexico and his dream incentive to Micronesia with Jimmy Carr. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephanie Simpson, Account Director at DRPG, talks about appreciating the people at the heart of the events industry. She also tells stories of Vienna, Montenegro and her dream incentive to South Africa and Canada with Miriam Margolyes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jake Burnham, Sales Director at First Event, talks helping those that are new to the industry. He also tells stories of Brazil, Dubrovnik and his dream incentive to Egypt with Liam Gallagher. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ami Dorkings, Head of Events at Shore Events, talks about the stigma around Gen Z and the value of the next generation. She also tells stories of Iceland, Costa Rica and her dream incentive to Necker Island with David Beckham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe O'Connell, CEO of Black Book, talks about the importance of being kind and having empathy. He also tells stories of Mexico, Tokyo and his dream incentive to Turks & Caicos with the cast of Schitt's Creek. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hannah Spurdle, Account Director at asembl, talks about the importance of work-life balance and personal health. She also tells stories of Madrid, Thailand and her dream incentive to Chamonix with Molly Bloom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maria Tsierkezos, Director of Client Growth & Marketing at Nteractive, talks about being honest when it comes to FAM trips. She also tells stories of Nairobi, Beverly Hills and her dream incentive around the world with Adele, Emma Grede and Kris Jenner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gaby Duranti-Hey, Senior Account Manager at Strata Creative Communications, talks about enjoying what you do and recognising the impact. She also tells stories of Copenhagen, Vancouver and her dream incentive to Bora Bora with Trevor Noah. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Janine Hart, Managing Director at Pure Communications, talks about the importance of representation and creating actionable steps to address biases. She also tells stories of Paris, Brazil and her dream incentive to Tanzania with Oprah. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh King, VP of Growth at emc3, talks about the importance of holistic sustainability, not just the environmental aspects. He also tells stories of Miami, The Maldives and his dream incentive to Glastonbury and Ibiza. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ellie Rayner, Growth Account Director at Your Event Solutions, talks about transforming occasions into unforgettable moments. She also tells stories of Marbella, Oman and her dream incentive to the Serengeti with Ellen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arran Cruickshanks, Managing Director of mccglc, talks about the need to simplify our industry to attract new people. He also tells stories about Thailand, Budapest and his dream incentive to Dubai and Australia with Rob Beckett. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alicia Christie, Events Team Lead at Reed & Mackay, talks about improving diversity by increasing representation. She also tells stories of Fuerteventura, Belize and her dream incentive to Cappadocia with Kelly Rowland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Becky Shore, Founder at Truffl Venue Sourcing, talks about inviting inspiration and embracing community. She also tells stories of Morocco, Lake Louise and her dream incentive to Seychelles with Amy Winehouse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beth Turner, Senior Project Manager at DRPG, talks about her experience with cervical cancer and menopause. She also tells stories of Quebec, Switzerland and her dream incentive to New Zealand with Dolly Alderton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lucy Stewart, Managing Director at we are hoopla, talks about acting with purpose. She also tells stories of Helsinki, Lisbon and her dream incentive on board the Belmond Orient Express with Elton John. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Russell Graham-Brown, Account Manager at BCD Meetings & Events, talks about getting new people into the industry. He also tells stories of Edinburgh, Verbier and his dream incentive to Necker Island with the cast of Absolutely Fabulous. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Colleen Gray, Client Services Director at Black Book, talks about the importance of embracing opportunities within the industry. She also tells stories of Prague, Melbourne and her dream incentive to Banff with Elton John. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daniel Broadberry, Head of Business Operations at Brands At Work, talks about the power events have to effect change. He also tells stories of Lake Como, Croatia and his dream incentive trip around the world with Patrick Stewart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kelsey Schnell, Client Engagement Manager at Inspirational Venues & Events, talks about the price of London hotels and venues. She also tells stories of Dublin, Oman and her dream incentive trip to Iceland with Emilia Clarke. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen Pickett, Managing Director of Live Group, talks about creating events for diverse audiences. He also tells stories of Grand Rapids, San Diego and his dream incentive road trip with Bruce Springsteen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Trevenna, Co-Founder & COO of Goose Live Events, talks about creating fairer pitching processes. She also tells stories of Palm Springs, Monaco and her dream incentive to India with Princess Diana. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pete Rolfe, Client Services Director at TAG, talks about equality and representation in the industry. He also tells stories of India, Saint Lucia and his dream incentive to Brazil with David Attenborough and Lady Gaga. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Russell Allen, Founder of Crescendo, talks about understanding the value of time. He also tells stories of Budapest, Puglia and his dream incentive trip to Oman with Stephen Fry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kerry Coburn, Senior Event Manager at Eventful, talks about a lack of basic manners in the industry. She also tells stories of Cannes, Syria and her dream incentive trip to South America with Salma Hayek. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emma Chamberlain, Director Partnerships & Strategic Sourcing at FIRST, talks about giving new talent a chance. She also tells stories of Hamburg, Barbados and her dream incentive trip to the Himalayas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dom Garner, Co-Founder & Executive Producer at Ten Thousand Hours talks about the need for the industry to deliver on its promises. He also tells stories of Ibiza, the Virgin Islands, and his dream incentive trip to Tokyo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emma Duncan, Head of Operations at asembl, talks about affective partnerships between corporates and agencies. She also tells stories of Crete, Copenhagen and her dream incentive trip snowboarding with Brené Brown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Watt, CEO of CI Group, talks about the shortage of talent and its impact on the experienced. He also tells stories of Greece, Monaco and his dream incentive trip to Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mat Browne, Global Customer Success Manager at Reed & Mackay M&E, talks about the importance of combining business with leisure when travelling for work. He also tells stories of The Bahamas, Vancouver and his dream incentive trip to Sri Lanka. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Claudia Stephenson, Managing Director EMEA of INVNT GROUP, talks about providing education and supporting those from different socio-economic backgrounds. She also tells stories of Boston, Paris, Abu Dhabi and her dream incentive trip to India. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian Cummings, Global Head of CWT M&E, talks about addressing sustainability and leaving destinations better off than when we arrive. He also tells stories of Istanbul, Australia, Marrakesh and his dream incentive trip around Southeast Asia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Heidi Williams, Client Relationship Manager at BI Worldwide, talks about accessibility at events and making positive change for everybody. She also tells stories of Dubrovnik, Gibraltar, Las Vegas and her dream incentive trip to Cappadocia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve Lang, Director at Motiv8 International talks about the transfer of enthusiasm and putting people first. He also tells stories of Madrid, Dublin, the USA and his dream incentive trip to New Orleans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elena Clowes, Senior Creative Producer at Cheerful Twentyfirst and Co-Founder of Event First Steps talks about encouraging diversity and being open-minded when hiring. She also tells stories of Dubai, New York, Vietnam and her dream Indomalayan incentive trip. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What to expect from the new podcast for travel and events professionals, and how guests will become birds of a feather! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.