As we begin our 2022-23 year we hear from Phil Rappoport, Principal of Virlybird, and the 2022-2023 MPI Potomac Chapter President.  Phil shares with us the value of volunteering as an act of "giving to the greater good" and how this leads to industry and career security.   Phil also shares his vision for his presidential term as he keeps the chapter on the path of "having a sense of purpose and being intentional about it."  Hear about the lessons we've learned and where we carry those lessons forward by holding onto the "anchor of MPI" and the value of our professional and social networks. Hosted by Troy J. Peters, CTS #mindfulness #eventprofs #volunteerism

This week we have Mike Matthews, CMP, Producer, Technical Director, and President of Event Alliez, a strategic event consulting firm helping organizations and meeting planners maximize their events. Mike shares his stories and lessons learned when working on presidential inaugurations, global summits, and various city-wide events that consist of high-profile speakers. From there he helps to explain the value of having an event production partner to work with your stakeholders, planning team, and AV company to elevate the experience for your attendees. Hosted by Troy J. Peters, CTS #liveevents #eventproduction #eventprofs

As we come out of the pandemic “gratitude” should be on our minds as we extend thanks to our family, friends, clients, vendors, event attendees, and co-workers.  But are we showing gratitude to those that are grateful for us, and most importantly... are we showing gratitude to ourselves as well? Join Linda Roszak Burton, Executive Coach, Keynote Speaker, Author, and Founder of DRW Coaching as she guides us through how we can practice gratitude towards others and gratitude towards ourselves in every step of our lives. Hosted by Troy J. Peters, CTS #eventprofs #gratitude #giveback

What is the true role of the meeting planner in events as we move toward the second quarter of the 21st century?  Hear from our members as they share their path from "falling into it" to managing some of the largest trade shows and events in the world. This episode of "Share Your Journey" captures an exciting conversation with Andria Gibbon, CEM, Executive Director of The North American Trailer Dealers Association.  Andria shares her journey from planning consumer shows, navigating a mostly male driven industry, and moving up through the ranks to her recent transition to Executive Director.   This podcast is done interview style courtesy of Stephanie Santini, CMP, DES, Senior Director, Education and Events with the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons.  Hosted by Nancy Rosenbaum

Intuitive Healer, Devon Whitaker, is one of a kind.  Take a listen to her gentle approach toward the New Year as she provides helpful tips on workplace stress and soul quenching advice.   Follow Devon on Instagram @Dmindfulsoul and via Facebook.  If you haven’t booked one of her sound bath experiences, we highly recommend it.   Thank you Devon! @MPI #mpipotomac #wellness #eventprofs Hosted by Nancy Rosenbaum

In our first podcast of 2022 who better to kick things off than our own Chapter President, Shelli Vasser Gilliam, CMP, SEPC as she shares her own goals, the collective goals for the chapter, and how we can become more engaged and connected to one another in '22. Shelli will also share how volunteerism motivates her and how she got involved with our chapter four years ago, eventually moving into her current position at the helm of the largest MPI Chapter in the world.  Bonus material:  Does Shelli prefer her sandwich to be called a grinder? Hoagie?  Sub?  Find out! Hosted by Nancy Rosenbaum

Join Dr. Assegid (AZ) Habtewold as he shares ideas from his number one bestselling book on Amazon “Overcoming First Timers Syndrome.” In the final episode of our three-part series Dr. Habtewold helps us understand the best practices when it comes to articulating your leadership philosophy, developing a successor, and the value of volunteerism as a key element to promotion. “You have one life, one opportunity and you want to maximize that and what a better way than by stepping up to leadership.” Dr. Habtewold is a transition and transformative strategist, coach, author, and speaker, who empowers 1st-time supervisors, managers, and executives to make a smooth transition to leadership. “Better fathers, better mothers, better brothers, better sisters… better citizens.” - Dr. Habtewold Hosted by Troy J. Peters, CTS

Join  Dr. Assegid (AZ) Habtewold as he shares ideas from his number one bestselling book on Amazon "Overcoming First Timers Syndrome." In part two we Listen to Dr. Habtewold as he shares the tools to allow you to jump in and deliver results by building your team through coaching, mentoring, and cross-pollination. You'll also learn why it's important to say no and how to do it by providing alternatives. Dr. Habtewold is a transition and transformative strategist, coach,  author, and speaker, who empowers 1st-time supervisors, managers, and  executives, to make a smooth transition to leadership. This three episode series will give you the precise resources and  mindset to take that first step if you’re not in a leadership role yet  or perfect your leadership skills if you’re an experienced leader  already. Hosted by Troy J. Peters, CTS

Join Dr. Assegid (AZ) Habtewold as he shares ideas from his number one bestselling book on Amazon. He takes us on a three-part journey that starts with recognizing your value and place as a leader, enhancing those skills, and developing your team while creating a flow of succession. Dr. Habtewold is a transition and transformative strategist, coach, author, and speaker, who empowers 1st-time supervisors, managers, and executives, to make a smooth transition to leadership.  This three episode series will give you the precise resources and mindset to take that first step if you’re not in a leadership role yet or perfect your leadership skills if you’re an experienced leader already. Hosted by Troy J. Peters, CTS

Listen to Brian Monahan, Vice President of Sales and Business Development with Prestige AV @PrestigeAV and Troy J. Peters, CTS Vice President of Marketing & Business Development with Video West, Inc. @VideoWestInc as they discuss the ins and outs of embracing the "New Normal" of virtual, hybrid, "simulive," and in-person production as we head into 2022.   This podcast will set you up with everything you need to know to take your event to the next level including significant event marketing ideas and room diagrams/renderings, streaming options, and unique venue installations following the design, bid, build process of AV professionals. Hosted by Troy J. Peters, CTS