In this episode, host Christian Napier is joined by Michael Wingate - longtime professional logistics guru specializing in international sporting events including the Olympics and FIFA World Cup. Michael shares how he got his start during the Atlanta 1996 Olympic Games and later became an "Event Gypsy." With a 30-year career spanning 17 major inter…

In this episode, host Christian Napier interviews Tiago Paes, FIFA Venue Management Project Leader, with 20+ years in events. Tiago shares stories about having backup plans, a disastrous ceremony, witnessing Maradona score a goal, and three of the most powerful people on earth looking at his mobile phone. Connect with Tiago on LinkedIn at https://w…

Award-winning producer, director and owner of ISB, Ursula Romero joins the podcast. She recounts starting out as a 16 year-old working for the World Athletics Championships in Germany, then the 1994 World Cup in Dallas. Ursula recalls the challenges of broadcasting an event via satellite near London City airport, earning the trust of the Chinese wh…

In this episode, host Christian Napier interviews Frank Supovitz, an event management veteran who has produced and directed hundreds of live events over his decades-long career. Guest Background Frank Supovitz is an Event Industry Hall of Famer inducted in 2006. He has authored 5 books on live event management and delivery. Currently founder of Fas…

A true pioneer of broadcast television in Brazil, Michèle Naili shares incredible stories from her 37+ years organizing major international sports events. Stories include emigrating from Egypt to Brazil as a refugee, getting her start in TV as a child actor in Brazil, learning a critical lesson from her grandmother, directing Formula One and World …

Tricia Fenton shares 30+ years of stories organizing major events like the Olympics, Super Bowls, FIFA World Cups, and more. She recalls a chance encounter on a ski run kicking off her event career and driving her Jeep Wrangler to Orlando with no place to stay to work an unpaid internship. Tricia offers advice on career transitions, empowering team…

In this episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews veteran executive Ricardo Trade ("Baka") about his illustrious 40-year career in sports and event management. Baka describes his journey from being a handball player on Brazil's national team to working in volleyball, eventually transitioning to organizing major events like the Pan …

In this episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews world-renowned sport production expert Christy Nicolay. They discuss Christy's career path from MTV to ESPN to the Olympics. Highlights include introducing athlete personality videos in Vancouver and getting crowds dancing in Lima, fog stopping volleyball in Peru, and making s'mores…

Christian Napier interviews Alan Shaw in this episode. Alan has worked on major sporting events for over 4 decades in 17 countries across 6 continents including 12 Olympic Games. He shares stories and lessons learned including funny moments, teamwork challenges, mentor influences, and advice for those interested in entering the event industry. Key …

Chris Crowley has over 30 years of experience in event management, starting with the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco where he interned during the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, and continuing through Salt Lake 2002, Vancouver 2010 and Rio 2016 Olympics as well as hundreds of events. Chris shares lessons learned from earthquakes, 9/11, the …

In this episode, event industry veteran Derrick Salisbury reflects on his 30+ year career managing transport operations at major events like the Olympics and FIFA World Cup. Derrick discusses lessons learned on teamwork, overcoming challenges, and the importance of focusing on the athlete/guest experience. He emphasizes the people he's worked with …

In this episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews event planning veteran Maureen Sweeney about her decades of experience organizing high-profile events around the world. They discuss Maureen's unlikely entry into event planning through historical reenactments to the Olympic Games, the importance of networking and mentorship, managi…

In this episode, host Christian Napier interviews Bev Carey about her 20+ year career working on major events like the Olympics, Super Bowl, World Athletics Championships, and more. They discuss her journey from advertising to Salt Lake 2002, the importance of mentors, overcoming imposter syndrome, the challenges of delivering complex events, and t…

In the inaugural episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews Leonardo Cohen, a veteran of over 20 major events spanning two decades. They discuss Leo's start in events at the 2007 Pan American Games in Rio, his work around the world, biggest career challenges and achievements, advice for newcomers, and goosebump moments. Leo offers i…

Hello, everyone. My name is Jorge Lopez and I am someone that is passionate about the events industry. So much so that I produced a YouTube channel dedicated to it. And have decided to dedicate some time every week to this show. I ran another podcast show while back where I would interview bands and DJs, but quickly realized that those really weren…

In this podcast I go over how to better understand the reputation of a meeting venue or hotel for corporate meetings by checking that sites customer reviews. A great place to get reviews are at Tripadvisor, Yelp!, Angieslist, and Cvent as well as their own Facebook pages and Their Twitter accounts. Also, I mention a great tool for LinkedIn to get t…

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ILL MuRRaY (aka Mustache Marty) and once known as MC DoG is a South Pasadena native. A Dj, MC, and drummer who traveled south from the Pacific Northwest back in fall of 2006. ILL MuRRaY has played with various bands including Domex5, The Negatives, and The Suits. Had 2 albums releases with hip-hop group Ebonic $ymphonic in 2004 and 2005. And under …

Do you like electronic music? Are you a DJ? Or ever thought of becoming one? How about incorporating video into your mixes? To find out more about how this is done I interview Saint Jaboi AKA Chucky2Nice. A Seattle Native now living in Los Angeles that mixes his beats just a little different than most. The Adroit Sound and Entertainment podcast is …

Every month at Jones Coffee in Pasadena, CA. Event Producer Maya Guice will be putting together a series of Events with local musicians and bands. Last month, the 2nd of the Second Saturdays series, featured Funk and Soul with bands, "Ortega" and "The Bopguns". And a Local Highlight, an amazing 13 year old singer/songwriter, Charlie Hickey. This mo…