/Mic Drop/ ● noun ● Defined on Google as “an instance of deliberately dropping or tossing aside one's microphone at the end of a performance or speech one considers to have been particularly impressive.” Planning events that people love is hard work. Every event should have a mic drop moment. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or new to event planning, event management or event production this podcast will bring you principles, stories, fresh ideas and best practices for how to create your own event that people will love. Listeners of the podcast love the fresh ideas, practical advice and fun ways that Billy Boughey and the Elevate team bring to events. Topics include: Event Planning, Event Management, Event Production, Social Media at Events, Virtual Events, Hybrid Events, Simulcast Events, Internal events for employees, External events for clients, Keynote Speakers, Venue Management, and more!
It's no secret that MANY (if not most) companies have experienced extended time apart since 2020. Our client, Georgia's Own Credit Union, hadn't gathered in person in over 2 years! When they decided to plan a retreat for their leadership team, they called Elevate to help bring a high level of engagement and LOTS of meaningful moments to their event.
In this episode of the Mic Drop Events Podcast, Billy breaks down the Georgia's Own Leadership Retreat experience and shares some of his insights into executing this event - including having to pivot in order to create the best possible experience for everyone in attendance.
The main focus of this event? Teamwork and brand growth.
PLUS - Elevate Experiences Founder & President, Billy Boughey, led many sessions throughout this retreat, incorporating some of his keynote talks.
To learn more about Billy as a keynote speaker, check out his website: billybspeaks.com (//billybspeaks.com)
17 Aug 2022
049 | Preparing for an Event from a Remote Location
Can supporting/producing an event from a remote location actually work?
In this episode, Elevate team member Sarah Cait Sawyer shares how she best prepares to support our clients and their events, even from across the country.
Spoiler Alert! It all boils down to 2 powerful questions we ask when planning any event:
1. What do you want your attendees to feel when they leave?
2. What do you want them to remember?
In this episode, you'll also learn about one of our amazing clients, Cardlytics. We are honored to partner with Cardlytics on a monthly basis, helping to make their monthly town hall gatherings a success. These virtual gatherings are streamed across the globe! We also recently partnered with Cardlytics on a special "Women's Fireside Chat" event where powerful female CEOs shared insights, lessons learned, and so much more.
Did you know that Elevate offers retainer packages? If you/your company have monthly gatherings, regular meetings, or just know you want to make remarkable events a part of your calendar, we'd love to help! Click here to connect with a member of our team to learn more.
10 Aug 2022
048 | Challenges and Lessons from Outdoor Event with Hannah Gaddis (Over the Best Chai Latte in Atlanta)
Heart For Africa is an incredible organization that focuses on fighting hunger, helping orphans, decreasing poverty, and providing education in the country of Eswatini (formerly known as Swaziland). Throughout the year, the organization hosts several fundraising events.
We recently partnered with Heart For Africa to help them bring one of their annual fundraising events, a comedy night, to life!
The annual comedy night event is focused on bringing people together in a fun way to raise money for Heart For Africa's mission.
In this episode, Alison discusses how this event came together alongside Heart For Africa's Director of Program Partners, Hannah Gaddis. From weather, to scheduling conflicts, and everything in between, they share insightful tips on the best things to consider when planning your own outdoor event.
This event raised $30,000 for Heart For Africa!
Want to contact Hannah? Email her at hannah@heartforafrica.org
And be sure to check out Heart for Africa's website (//heartforafrica.org) and Instagram page (https://www.instagram.com/heartforafricaorg/?hl=en)!
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