When someone says, “That’s not how business works,” it’s often because they haven’t seen how our business works. Event leaders operate at the intersection of experience, strategy, and impact - but too often, we’re seen as executors instead of decision-makers. This post explores why calm is a strategy, consistency builds credibility, and courageous authenticity earns trust - and how bringing a business lens to your events earns you a real seat at the strategy table.

AI isn’t replacing event planners - it’s redefining their value. From predictive analytics to personalized attendee experiences, artificial intelligence is transforming how events are designed, delivered, and measured. The result isn’t smaller teams or simpler plans - it’s smarter strategy. Discover how event leaders are using AI to make faster decisions, personalize engagement, and turn data into a true competitive advantage.

Turnover is no longer the exception in the events world - it’s the rule. This post offers a strategic blueprint for preparing your team, processes, and event strategy for inevitable staffing changes. Learn how to design for continuity, protect your strategic vision, empower new hires quickly, and keep vendor and partner relationships strong - even when the team looks different than it did a month ago. Real-world insights, including a personal leadership story, show how to survive - and thrive - through turnover.

Change is hard—but necessary. In this post, we explore how to lead transformational shifts in your event strategy with clarity, empathy, and purpose. From stakeholder resistance to hidden opportunities, discover how to turn friction into forward momentum and build true buy-in across your organization.

Behind every seamless event is a team that’s running plays under pressure, adapting in real time, and carrying the emotional and physical weight of the game. From early mornings and long days on your feet to last-minute changes and high-stakes decisions—event work demands the stamina of an athlete, the instincts of a coach, and the unity of a championship team. In this post, we explore why events aren't just strategic—they're competitive, intense, and undeniably full contact.