Hosted by Britt, founder of Cielo House, Cielo Talks takes you behind the scenes of events, brand activations, and business building. Real talk, bold ideas, and the magic of creating unforgettable experiences—plus a raw business mini-series, Behind Cielo Doors.
This episode of Behind Cielo Doors is for anyone feeling the weight of the work. Britt shares what fuels her, from the magic of creating unforgettable brand moments to the people who rally beside her, the hunger to grow, and the vision that drives it all forward.
In this episode, Britt opens up about:
The emotional rollercoaster of the events industry
Why creating moments still gives her a high
The power of people, purpose, and progress
How celebrating small wins keeps momentum strong
Reconnecting to your ‘why’ when things feel heavy
Quickfire Recs
Podcast of the Week: The BossBabe Podcast – “How to Build a Scalable Business Without Burning Out” with Danielle Canty
Book of the Week: The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
Cielo House:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cielohouse_ (https://www.instagram.com/cielohouse_)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cielohouse/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/cielohouse/)
http://www.linkedin.com/in/brittniven (http://www.linkedin.com/in/brittniven)
Email: connect@cielohouse.com.au (mailto:connect@cielohouse.com.au)
Website: www.cielohouse.com.au (http://www.cielohouse.com.au/)
31 Aug 2025
Cielo Talks #14 - Nick Reed
In this episode of Cielo Talks, Britt sits down with Nick Reed, the incredibly talented videographer and photographer behind some of Cielo House’s biggest event content over the past four years. From high-energy brand activations to fast-paced sporting events, Nick shares his creative process, the stories behind some of his most iconic shots, and what it takes to make content that truly cuts through.
Inside the episode:
How Nick went from Instagram to becoming an essential part of the Cielo House creative team
His approach to capturing not just visuals, but the feel of an event
The wildest, most unexpected moments he’s had to shoot, and how he nailed the shot
What makes certain activations pop on camera while others fade into the noise
His favourite Cielo House moments and the dream events still on his list
If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to capture the energy and emotion behind an event, and turn it into content people can’t stop watching, this episode is full of insights, stories, and creative inspiration.
Cielo House:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cielohouse_ (https://www.instagram.com/cielohouse_)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cielohouse/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/cielohouse/)
http://www.linkedin.com/in/brittniven (http://www.linkedin.com/in/brittniven)
Email: connect@cielohouse.com.au (mailto:connect@cielohouse.com.au)
Website: www.cielohouse.com.au (http://www.cielohouse.com.au/)
24 Aug 2025
Cielo Talks #13 - First Impressions
In this episode of Cielo Talks, Britt unpacks the art and strategy behind unforgettable first impressions at events. From the invite to the arrival experience, from the hero moment to the smallest detail, she shares the elements that set the tone, spark excitement, and build lasting brand connections.
Inside the episode:
Why the invite is your first and most important touchpoint
How to use lighting, music, scent, and signage to set the mood instantly
Creating bold, photo worthy entrances guests can’t resist posting
Briefing your staff to embody your brand’s tone and values
Starting with a hero moment that delivers a “wow” factor early
Using attention to detail to build guest trust and brand credibility
Designing every moment for shareability
Localising experiences to connect authentically with your audience
Maintaining consistency from start to finish so the brand story feels seamless
Remembering that first impressions aren’t about what guests see - they’re about how you make them feel
Cielo House:
Instagram: @cielohouse_ (http://www.instagram.com/cielohouse_)
LinkedIn: Cielo House (https://www.linkedin.com/company/cielohouse/) | Britt Niven (http://www.linkedin.com/in/brittniven)
Email: connect@cielohouse.com.au (mailto:connect@cielohouse.com.au)
Website:
www.cielohouse.com.au (http://www.cielohouse.com.au/)
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