Marla by the Numbers
Marla by the Numbers
Marla Calico
Welcome to Marla By The Numbers, the podcast series from the International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE). Hosted by Marla Calico, President & CEO of the IAFE, this podcast will discuss different aspects affecting agricultural fairs across the globe.
Three International Perspectives on Agricultural Fairs & Shows in 2021
Join IAFE President and CEO Marla Calico, CFE as she chats with 3 individuals to get an international perspective on agricultural fairs and shows in 2021. Marla will be joined by Christina Franc with the Canadian Association of Fairs & Exhibitions, Chris Riddle with the Royal Cornwall Show (UK), and Dr. Rob Wilson of the Agricultural Shows Australia.
Apr 16, 2021
27 min
First Fairs of 2021
Join host Marla Calico, CFE - President and CEO of the International Association of Fairs and Expositions as she talks with Danny Alfonso with the Manatee County Fair in Florida and Vicki Chouris, CFE with the South Florida Fair & Palm Beach County Expositions Inc in Florida. Danny and Vicki who led two of the first fairs held in 2021.
Apr 2, 2021
30 min
Top 5 Things for Making the Most of Your IAFE Membership
JoinJoin IAFE President and CEO Marla Calico, CFE as she speaks with Jo Reynolds, CFE of the Warren County Fair in Indianola, Iowa. Jo and Marla will discuss the top 5 things for making the most of your IAFE membership!
Dec 21, 2020
24 min
5 Ideas for Community Engagement
Join Marla Calico, CFE President and CEO of the International Association of Fairs and Expositions, as she discusses the 5 ideas of Community Engagement with Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew. Dr. Booker-Drew is an author, founder and CEO of the Soulstice Consultancy and the VP of Community Affairs and Strategic Alliances at State Fair of Texas.
Dec 4, 2020
20 min
Looking Ahead to 2021 - Top 4 Changes to Look for in Concerts & Entertainment At Fairs
Join Marla Calico, President and CEO of the International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) with guests Mark Sparks and Clay Campbell with Triangle Talent. The panel will discuss the top 4 changes to look for in concerts and entertainment at fairs in the future.
Nov 13, 2020
30 min
Top 3 Things to Think About When Producing a Virtual Fair or Virtual Livestock Show
Join three experts from virtual fair technology Mike Hnatt and Jeffrey Palermo with ShoWorks and Spencer Shultz with Fair Vault as they discuss virtual fairs and livestock shows with Marla Calico, CEO of the International Association of Fairs & Expositions (IAFE). The panel will discuss the top 3 things fairs and shows should consider when producing a virtual fair or livestock show.
Oct 30, 2020
28 min
5 Things I Learned Holding a Fair during a Pandemic
Join IAFE President and CEO, Marla Calico as she meets with Danny Aguilar, CFE who is the Assistant Manager of the Delaware State Fair. Danny will discuss the five things he's learned while holding a fair during a pandemic.
Oct 16, 2020
30 min
5-6-7-8. With The Health Department You Cannot Wait
Listen with us as Marla Calico, President and CEO of the International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) discusses important factors for working with your local health department with special guest, Rey O'Day of the National Independent Concessionaires Association (NICA).
Oct 2, 2020
26 min
5 Best Practices for the Fair & Carnival Relationship: 2020 & Beyond
Join Marla as she talks with Greg Chiecko, President & CEO of the Outdoor Amusement Business Association. Learn 5 best practices for the fair-carnival relationship in 2020 and beyond.
Sep 18, 2020
25 min
5 Things I Learned Holding a Virtual Fair During a Pandemic
In this inaugural episode of "Marla by the Numbers", join Marla Calico, IAFE President and CEO as she visits with Alicia Shoults with the Ohio State Fair. Alicia will discuss the five things she learned while holding a virtual fair during a pandemic.
Aug 24, 2020
28 min