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Plan-tastic Events Podcast

by Eventeny Team

Welcome to your go-to resource for stress-free event planning! Join us as we dive into the dynamic world of events, featuring insightful discussions, expert interviews, and actionable tips to help you plan and execute unforgettable experiences.

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Episodes

  1. Using Event Technology to Streamline Event Management with Jese Gary

    Jese Gary, an experienced event organizer with a wealth of knowledge in the field, shares her insights on how to streamline event management using Eventeny. Drawing from years of hands-on experience and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by event planners, Jese offers a comprehensive...

  2. Analyzing the Event with Ariel Heart

    We talk with Ariel Heart, vendor, creator, and cos-player extraordianaire! We look at how to vet an event, find if it's right for you, and making sure your event selling dollars go to the events for your business.

  3. AI and the Very Small Business

    In this episode, we dig into AI. It's your in-house copywriter, coder, proofreader, assistant, and more, but definitely not your lawyer. Find out why AI isn't as invasive as people think, and Jen goes through 17 great AIs that will improve your work.

  4. Building an Event from the Ground Up with Triangle Veg Fest

    Helene is the definition of a hard worker, from starting Triangle Veg Fest to keeping it alive through covid, she knows what it takes to make an event successful. Join us as we talk through the good and not so good parts of festival management, and hear Helene's key tips for emerging event...

  5. Vendor Booths - The Good and Bad

    In this episode, hosts Will and Jen explore the dynamic realm of event vendor booths! They uncover a variety of setups, highlighting what works best and offering practical tips for improvement. Tune in for valuable insights that will help event vendors elevate their booth game!

  6. Growing your Business as an Event Organizer with Yinka Freeman

    Yinka, an entrepreneur in the event planning industry, understands the journey of starting from the bottom and working your way up. In this conversation, we'll explore how she founded Triple Pocket Events and the strategies she used to grow her business. Like many event planners, Yinka began with...

  7. Finding Your Micro-Business Niche with Mike and CC from GVG Events

    Join us as we dive into the strategy that has allowed GVG events to skyrocket to success!

  8. Exhibitor Event Tips & Tricks with Whitney Coburn from Juniper Market

    On this episode of the Plan-tastic events podcast we discuss the nuances of planning and managing artists, vendors, and exhibitors as an event planner. As the mastermind behind Juniper Market, Whitney has knows what it's like to manage hundreds of vendors for her weekly events. See Juniper Market...

  9. Plan-tastic Events is Back!

    Welcome back to the Plan-Tastic Events Podcast, where we bring you the latest in event planning insights, strategies, and industry expertise! After a hiatus, we're thrilled to announce the revival of our podcast with new hosts from the Eventeny Team: Will, Cat, and Jen. In this special 10-minute...

  10. Plantastic Events Podcast E038-Crabapple Fest with Courtney Spriggs

    In this episode of Plantastic Events, you'll get a chance to learn more about Crabapple Fest hosted by the City of Milton. Our guest speaker is Courtney Spriggs, the Milton Community Outreach and Engagement Manager. She creates community engagement and builds relationship through many community...

  11. Plantastic Events Podcast E037-Festivals with Community Partnerships with Sarah Poland

    In this episode of Plantastic Events, you'll get a chance to learn more about Sandy Springs Festival hosted by the Heritage Sandy Springs. Our guest speaker is Sarah Poland, the Director of Marketing and Community Events at Heritage Sandy Springs. The Heritage Sandy Springs mission is to promote...

  12. Plantastic Events Podcast E036-Manage Your Volunteers with Alana Moss

    In this episode of Plantastic Events, you'll get a chance to learn more about how to manage your festival volunteers. Our guest speaker is Alana Moss with the award-winning Duluth Fall Festival. Alana Moss is the Former Chairperson for Duluth Fall Festival and currently manages the volunteers for...

  13. Plantastic Events Podcast E035-Meet Forsythia with Cheri Lance and Priscilla Caldwell

    In this episode of Plantastic Events, you'll get a chance to learn more about the famous and award-winning Forsythia festival hosted by the Forsyth-Monroe County Chamber of Commerce. Our guest speakers are Cheri Lance, the President and CEO, and Priscilla Caldwell, the Program Coordinator at...

  14. Plantastic Events Podcast E034-Southeast Tourism Society with Wendy Thomas

    In this episode of Plantastic Events, you'll get a chance to learn more about the Southeast Tourism Society and what educational resources they offer for event and festival organizer. Our guest speaker is Wendy Thomas, she is the Director of Communications and Marketing at the Southeast Tourism...

  15. Plantastic Events Podcast E033-Chalk the Streets with Bobbi VanHorn

    In this episode of Plantastic Events, you'll get a chance to learn about Chalktoberfest and the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art. Our guest speaker is Bobbi VanHorn, she is the Marketing Coordinator with the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art. The Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art hosts award-winning events...

  16. Plantastic Events Podcast E032-Japanese Culture with Yoshi Domoto

    In this episode of Plantastic Events, you'll get a chance to learn about the Japanese culture and the history of Japan and Georgia. Our guest speaker is Yoshi Domoto and he is the Executive Director at The Japan-America Society of Georgia. He also hosts the famous JapanFest, which is a 2-day...

  17. Plantastic Events Podcast E031-Festival Volunteers with Uta Colwell

    Let's talk about festival volunteers. In this episode, you'll get a chance to meet Uta Colwell from the National Banana Pudding Festival. She'll talk about how she manages over 150 volunteers for the festival and how you can do the same. Uta is the volunteer manager at the National Banana Pudding...

  18. Plantastic Events Podcast E030-Protect Your Data with Aly Hussaini and Chang Han

    Festival and events often attract large crowds and poor planning can result increase the chances of attacks whether it's during a live event or online. In the past, we've covered topics about security planning during an event but it's important to talk about cyber security as well. Our guests...

  19. Plantastic Events Podcast E029-All About Volunteers with Kari Weaver

    In this episode, you'll learn about how to recruit, train and retain volunteers. Our guest Kari Weaver will talk about the importance of involving volunteers for your festival. She is the is the Director of Events at Atlanta Beer Festivals. She manages the relationships with vendors, helps with...

  20. Plantastic Events Podcast E028-World of Games with Andrew Greenberg

    In this episode you'll learn about the video gaming industry in Georgia and you'll get a chance to hear about an upcoming scholarship for event and festival organizers. Our guest is Andrew Greenberg. He is the director of the Southern Interactive Entertainment and Games Expo (www.siegecon.net)…

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  21. Plantastic Events Podcast E027-Just for Kicks with Terry Francis and Mike Baker

    Learn about fun ways to host trivia at your next event fun ways to host trivia and you'll get a chance to learn about the culture behind sneakers! Our guests for this episode are Terry Francis and Mike Baker. Both are founders of The Sneaker University and Can I Kick It. The Sneaker University is…

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  22. Plantastic Events Podcast E026-Knowledge is Power with Stephanie McIntyre

    Learn about local, national and international festivals and events associations. You'll get a chance to learn about the benefits of joining such associations and how you can join the associations with our guest Stephanie McIntyre. She is the Executive Director for the North Carolina Seafood...

  23. Plantastic Events Podcast E025-Go Bananas with Peggy Owen

    Learn about the famous and award-winning National Banana Pudding Festival. You'll also get a chance to learn how they host their famous cook-offs too. If you're a foodie and you love banana pudding, get ready to go banana for this episode! Our guest is Peggy Owen and she is the co-chairman of the...

  24. Plantastic Events Podcast E024-The Stressful Pass with Nisha Khan and Dr. Fatima Wasim

    Event coordinators are ranked the fifth most stressful jobs after firefighter and soldier! In this episode of Plantastic Events, you'll learn about why event coordinators have one of the toughest jobs in the world but also learn about ways to reduce the stress and take mental breaks. Our guests…

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  25. Plantastic Events Podcast E023-Stay Peachy with Tisa Horton

    Learn about the Georgia Peach Festival and the history of the peach in Georgia. You'll also get a chance to hear the special recipe for the world's largest peach cobbler. Our guest is Tisa Horton, she is not only the manager for the Austin Theater in Fort Valley but also hosts the famous Georgia...

  26. Plantastic Events Podcast E022-Events in Atlanta with Daniel Easton

    Events in Atlanta with Daniel Easton Learn about Atlantic Station and how they host their community events in Atlanta. You'll also get a chance to learn how you can host your event or festival with Atlantic Station. Our guest is Daniel Easton, he has been the Marketing Director for Atlantic…

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  27. Plantastic Events Podcast E021-Get More Sponsors with Debbie Mason

    Get More Sponsors with Debbie Mason Learn about new and exciting ways to increase your sponsorship for your events and festivals with Debbie Mason from Peachtree Corners. Debbie Mason has invested in Peachtree Corners for over 26 years! She helps the citizens of Peachtree Corners make memories...

  28. Plantastic Events Podcast E020-Got Food? with Sarika and Mayuresh Mahatme

    Got Food? With Sarika and Mayuresh Mahatme Learn about how food vendors handle their business during events and festivals and get an inside glimpse of Pot Bharoon, a famous local catering business. Pot Bharoon is catering company, which includes Indo-Chinese, South-Indian, North-Indian cuisines…

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  29. Plantastic Events Podcast E019-Food Paradise with Emily Dillard and Hilary Lew

    Taste of Alpharetta with Emily Dillard and Hilary Lew Learn more about the famous Taste of Alpharetta with Emily Dillard and Hilary Lew and how they host over 30,000 people for their food festival. This episode of Plantastic Events will give you an inside glimpse of the Taste of Alpharetta with…

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  30. Plantastic Events Podcast E018- Cultural Events with Alta Schwartz and Akram Ibrahim

    Cultural Events with Alta Schwartz and Akram Ibrahim Learn more about the Atlanta Arab Festival and how they host over 5,000 people for their festival! This episode of Plantastic Events will give you a glimpse of the Atlanta Arab Festival with our guests Alta Schwartz and Akram Ibrahim. Alta and...

  31. Plantastic Events Podcast E017- One Community with Megan Carnell and Madison Navarro

    One Community with Megan Carnell and Madison Navarro Involving the community during festivals and events can not only help to boost community pride but also cut cost and time preparing the event. Learn about different ways you can involve your local community members and businesses for your next...

  32. Plantastic Events Podcast E016- Fall Festival with Kay Montgomery

    Duluth Fall Festival with Kay Montgomery Learn more about the famous Duluth Fall Festival and how they host over 100,000 people for their festival. This episode of Plantastic Events will give you an inside glimpse of the Duluth Fall Festival with our guest Kay Montgomery. Kay is a former...

  33. Plantastic Events Podcast E015- Pump It Up with DJ Q-Tip

    Pump It Up! with DJ Q-Tip Having a successful event or festival is not just about having the best food or venue, it's also about finding the right entertainment. More importantly, you need to find the right DJ for your event. Learn about best practices in the DJ world and how to book a DJ for…

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  34. Plantastic Events Podcast E014- Be Creative! with Amy Doherty

    Every festival provides an experience but you want to give the best experience to all your attendees. Learn how to maximize your sponsorship exposure in creative ways to leave a lasting experience. This episode of Plantastic Events podcast will you teach you how to improve your sponsorship game...

  35. Plantastic Events Podcast E013- Events for a Cause with Yotin Srivanjarean

    Learn about the event planning world for non-profits and fundraisers. This episode of Plantastic Events podcast will teach you how non-profits host events for the community with our guest, Yotin Srivanjarean. Yotin is the Vice President at the Center for Pan Asian Community Services (CPACS).…

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  36. Plantastic Events Podcast E012- Hoppy Beerday with Mike DiLonardo

    Learn about the ins and outs of hosting a beer festival that leave beer-lovers always coming back for more. This episode of Plantastic Events podcast will give you a glimpse behind Atlanta Beer Festivals and how they partner with local breweries and different cities throughout Georgia with our...

  37. Plantastic Events Podcast E011-Safety First with Courtney Spriggs

    As an event planner, it is incredibly important for you to make sure that you create a safe environment for all your guests and have a secure venue. This episode of Plantastic Events podcast will teach you how to improve your security planning to better identify security issues and to ensure a…

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  38. Plantastic Events Podcast E010-Speak up with Jim Cathcart

    Want to be a better public speaker and boost your confidence, especially when you're organizing events? This episode of Plantastic Events podcast will teach you how to become a better public speaker and engage with your audience so that you leave a lasting impression with our guest, Jim Cathcart....

  39. Plantastic Events Podcast E009-Laugh out Loud with James Byndon

    Are you interested in hosting a comedy event? Hosting a comedy event can be very exciting but also challenging! You have to attract the right audience and the right talent. This episode of Plantastic Events podcast will teach you how to successfully host comedy events with our guest, James…

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  40. Plantastic Events Podcast E008-Behind the Scenes with Aly Hussaini

    Startups are often built based on a bad experience and a founder just wants to fix it and not realizing how many people experience the same pain point. This is an episode of how Stooge started and why it all started. This episode is an extra episode to give you a glimpse of what happens behind…

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  41. Plantastic Events Podcast E007-Step Up and Dance with Shiva Turlapati

    We get caught up in the mesmerizing dance performance but we often don't realize what goes on to make it all come together. Organizing a dance event requires a super team that focuses on the lighting, stage setup, costume changes, and so much more! This episode of Plantastic Events is all about...

  42. Plantastic Events Podcast E006-Follow the Parade with Dave Huffman

    Hosting parades and festivals can bring the community together and as an event organizer, you bring excitement for many people! However, organizing any parade or festival requires a super team to help bring it all together and it requires a lot of planning in advance. This episode of Plantastic...

  43. Plantastic Events Podcast E004-Don't Miss a Beat with Justin Goodwin (Last Name Good)

    Planning a live music event is far different than any other events. It's definitely exciting but can also get very stressful. There are some critical success factors for managing a large music event and and we'll get into that in this episode of Plantastic Events. This episode of Plantastic…

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  44. E005-Tag Team Marketing-SEO and SEM

    Produced by Stoogeapp.com. Topics include: Event marketing, search engine marketing, search engine optimization, event planning, event managing, pay-per-click, event industry, digital analytics, Google, and Bing. Guest: Sadiq Punjani and Suleman Punjani.

  45. Plantastic Events Podcast E001-The Introduction!

    This is an introductory episode for Plantastic Events with your host Nausheen Punjani. Nausheen will review the following topics that will be discussed in 2018 for event professionals: Event security: common and pressing security requirements all event professionals need to focus on Event…

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  46. Plantastic Events Podcast E002-Event Marketing and Social Media with Asif Lakhani

    Many times event marketing can be so overwhelming and requires more time than planning the entire event. We'll talk about how to overcome these challenges. This episode of Plantastic Events is about event marketing and social media with our guest, Asif Lakhani. Asif Lakhani is the Marketing...

  47. Plantastic Events Podcast E003-Event Budgeting and Building Sponsor Relationships with Darrah Brustein

    It's hard to plan an event budget and sometimes, you have to make cuts where you really don't want to. Unfortunately, when you're planning an event, that's usually the first step and we'll get into that in this episode of Plantastic Events. This episode of Plantastic Events is about stretching…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to your go-to resource for stress-free event planning! Join us as we dive into the dynamic world of events, featuring insightful discussions, expert interviews, and actionable tips to help you plan and execute unforgettable experiences.

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Eventeny Team

Produced by Nausheen Punjani

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Welcome to your go-to resource for stress-free event planning! Join us as we dive into the dynamic world of events, featuring insightful discussions, expert interviews, and actionable tips to help you plan and execute unforgettable experiences.

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