What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World
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Smart Meetings’ What One Thing podcast is your shortcut to the top of the events world. We interview savvy meeting planners, speakers and industry experts about the decisions that made all the difference in their lives and careers so you can take the fast track to your dreams.
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From Six Flags to CEO: The Power of Experience & Connection with Keith Alper
What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World
03/20/25 • 29 min
In this episode of What One Thing, Smart Meetings’ VP and Content Director JT Long interviews Keith Alper, CEO and chairman of Creative Producers Group. Alper is a veteran of marketing, branding, business strategy and event production.
Alper shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from childhood performances in his basement to launching his first business at 17 while working at Six Flags.
He reflects on the influence of his early experiences in the entertainment industry and the customer-first mentality he was ingrained with from amusement parks and hospitality.
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Hosted by: JT Long
Edited and Produced by: Eming Piansay
What One Thing? Considering Other People's Happiness with Lisa Messina
What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World
08/24/23 • 20 min
On this episode of What One Thing? Marin Bright, CEO and founder of Smart Meetings, is joined by Lisa Messina, chief sales officer of Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority, to discuss her journey through the hospitality industry, leaning into change, and keeping a perspective on the role you play in other people’s happiness.
What One Thing? Finding Joy at Events with Jacques Martiquet The Party Scientist
What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World
11/16/23 • 22 min
On this episode of What One Thing? Smart Meeting's Vice President JT Long chats with The Party Scientist Jacques Martiquet to explore the concept of bringing joy to events, turning attendees from spectators into connectors and the impact of movement and music on attendees.
What One Thing? The Cure to the Busy Brain with Dr. Romie
What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World
12/21/23 • 21 min
On this episode of What One Thing? Smart Meeting's Vice President JT Long chats with Dr. Romila “Romie” Mushtaq on what constitutes a Busy Brain and best practices to cure a Busy Brain.
Find out more about Dr. Romie here: Brain Health Keynote Speaker | Dr. Romie (drromie.com)
Curious if you have a Busy Brain? Take the Busy Brain quiz here: Busy Brain Test - Dr. Romie (drromie.com)
What One Thing? How to Follow Your Passion with Jade Simmons
What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World
04/13/23 • 18 min
On this episode of What One Thing? Marin Bright speaks to Jade Simmons on what led her to find her purpose in public speaking, playing piano, and a look into her new book Purpose The Remix: A Mind-Blowing Reunderstanding of Purpose and How It Works.
What One Thing Made All of the Difference? How It All Began
What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World
02/15/23 • 14 min
On this first episode of What One Thing Smart Meetings Editorial Director JT Long Chats with Smart Meetings CEO founder Marin Bright for a quick 15-minutes on the personal events that became the catalyst to her founding Bright Business Media and Smart Meetings Extraordinary Experiences.
Unlocking Joy: Secrets to Finding Happiness in Every Moment with Robin Shear
What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World
02/20/25 • 16 min
In this episode of What One Thing, host JT Long, VP and editorial director of Smart Meetings, welcomes Robin Shear, founder of Joy to the World Coaching, to discuss the transformative power of joy. Shear shares how embracing joy can enhance personal and professional well-being when embraced even during life's toughest moments. She offers practical tips like the "feel-good score." She recounts spontaneous adventures, like a 10-hour trip for a deep-dish pizza, illustrating how joy can be cultivated through connection, spontaneity, and daily mindfulness.
What One Thing? Creating Magical Experiences with Robert Strong
What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World
06/15/23 • 18 min
On this episode of What One Thing? Smart Meeting's Content Director JT Long speaks with Robert Strong, magician, comedian and speaker in addition to being an author. Robert shares with Smart Meetings on how he got started in magic, creating magical experiences for customers, and how humor can be used to help people connect. Lastly, Robert shares a memory of the time he shared the stage with the late comedian Robin Williams.
What One Thing? From Order-Taker to Strategist: Navigating the World of Event Planning with Edward Perotti
What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World
03/21/24 • 28 min
On this episode of What One Thing? JT Long, vice president and content director of Smart Meetings has an insightful conversation with Edward Perotti, an award-winning meeting designer and principle of EP Events and Experiences. With over 27 years of experience, Perotti shares valuable insights on transitioning from being an order-taker to a strategic leader in the events industry. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, adaptability, and assertiveness, offering practical advice for meeting professionals to move beyond logistical concerns and become indispensable assets in their organizations. From creative budget management to fostering transparent relationships with finance teams, Perotti 's candid anecdotes and actionable strategies provide inspiration for professionals seeking to make a lasting impact in event planning.
Impact 2.0: How IMEX Frankfurt Is Shaping the Future of Events
What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World
04/24/25 • 12 min
In this episode of What One Thing?, Smart Meetings’ vice president and editorial director JT Long reconnects with Carina Bauer, CEO of IMEX Group, for a second conversation about the upcoming IMEX Frankfurt 2025. Bauer shares insights into the surge in global demand despite geopolitical uncertainty and how IMEX Frankfurt prioritizes health, well-being and inclusivity through wellness rooms, mindful scheduling and accessibility initiatives.
They also discuss efforts to nurture future leaders in the events industry, including the Future Leaders Forum, Rising Talent programs and the Young Stars initiative. Bauer introduces the event’s 2025 talking point, “Impact 2.0,” emphasizing connection, sustainability and supporting the next generation of event professionals.
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FAQ
How many episodes does What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World have?
What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World currently has 30 episodes available.
What topics does What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World cover?
The podcast is about Management, Entrepreneurship, Experience, Podcasts, Entrepreneurs and Business.
What is the most popular episode on What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World?
The episode title 'What One Thing? How to Follow Your Passion with Jade Simmons' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World?
The average episode length on What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World is 23 minutes.
How often are episodes of What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World released?
Episodes of What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World are typically released every 28 days.
When was the first episode of What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World?
The first episode of What One Thing? A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Top of the Events World was released on Feb 15, 2023.
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