The State of Events: Recent Episodes

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The State of the Events is where #eventprofs connect! A premier channel to encourage event professionals from all sectors to discuss current trends, opportunities and professional development resources.

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Well, fellow moms, we have reached the our series finale. #noooo 

In this culminating episode, we have a special chat with 3 mommy entrepreneurs - yours truly, TSOE founder & host Sonia Alcazar Collier, our series guest host Anjuli Marshall and Olivia Neal Howell founder of T.O.N.E. (toneglobal.org) a creative talent source.

Tune in and hear how this corporate mom turned trailblazing art influencer, built resilience through circumstance. We discuss our experiences in this wild ride of #mommypreneur life #wifelife and the ups and downs of our careers.

These heartfelt stories, tips and empowerment are for mommypreneurs AND working moms alike!

podcast #momboss #seattle #artist #fashion #boymom #wisdom#donnakaren #madonna #retail #corporate #entrepreneur #workingmoms#listenup

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This week on the #Mommypreneur Series we welcome Chandra Sanders from @the_mom_project AND guest host Anjuli Marshall!

Learn how this Entrepreneur mom rose from unemployment status in 2020 to leading the renown RISE initiative with The Mom Project. 

"Chandra Sanders is a champion on a mission to create economic opportunities for moms and women of color. As Director for RISE, the inaugural initiative from The Mom Project’s not-for-profit arm, MomProject.org, her goal is to empower moms and women of color through transformative upskilling programs. Sanders is a former high school Spanish teacher turned Fortune 100 Senior Tech Consultant (Google, Pfizer, Anthem) who remains committed to creating economic opportunities for women by empowering them to live their most authentic lives while maximizing their power, influence and earning potential. Chandra is also the founder of Heels N Hustle LLC, a coaching and consulting practice based in Austin, TX."

podcast #entrepreneur #themomproject #RISE #executivemoms #womanVP #wisdom #workingmoms #listenup #tech #nonprofit

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Listen as Nicole Marquez Baker of The National Employment Law Project shares how she manages the newborn life while advocating for worker rights as a Labor Attorney. 

"Nicole has dedicated her life’s work to improving the lives of those from marginalized communities, especially people of color and immigrants.  Drawing upon her experiences as a Latina/Chicana, as an attorney Nicole's focus has been centered on improving workplace conditions of vulnerable workers across the country. She enjoys traveling, salsa & break dancing, hiking adventures with her husband Delency and pup Mac Fuego. Nicole is a new mom to a brilliant and beautiful baby boy born on April 21, 2022. She and her husband hope to create a loving and nourishing environment so that their son may cultivate kindness, strength, community, and humility." 

podcast #lawyermom #newbornlife #boymom #executivemoms #wisdom #workingmoms #listenup #momlife #justice #legal #womensrights #workersrights #workplace #law

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Welcome to the Mommypreneur Series!

We are highlighting the amazing commitment some women have made - to be a mother in the workforce. Whether they are boss lady executives or killing the entrepreneur game, we are telling their stories and journeying with them in these incredible discussions. You'll cry, laugh, and garner tips on how these women balance the most important role in life, Mom.

In this premiere episode, TSOE Podcast Host Sonia Alcazar Collier & Kim discuss what motherhood looks like while working at the Executive level.

Currently Executive Vice President of New Community Investments, a subsidiary of Los Angeles-based nonprofit, New Economics for Women, as well as Co-Founder of Firehouse Community Church, Kimberly is a South Los Angeles native with more than 15 years of nonprofit leadership experience. A seer of invisible solutions, she has a gift for envisioning realities previously unimagined and identifying actionable strategies to obtain them. An insightful leader, and provocative public speaker, Ms. Stotzer is skilled at establishing and scaling holistically healthy organizations. Kimberly has been married for 16 years to her loving husband, Nicolas, which has yielded two beautiful children; Samuel, age 9, and Jordan, age 5.

podcast #momboss #entrepreneur #executivemoms #wisdom #workingmoms #listenup #momlife

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On this Wisdom App talk Sonia has a WORD for all the event professionals out there seeking a smarter (not harder) way of executing events in excellence. We'll touch on boundaries, prioritizing and when to recognize that all money ain't good money!

*Wisdom talks are live and unedited. Thank you for your understanding. 

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Sonia invites guest Anjuli Marshall from Business Simplified Academy back to the Wisdom App to discuss what resting looks like in a sea of responsibility, obligations and tasks. Listen in to her tips on how busy families can work less to accomplish more and what happens to our mental health when we practice the rhythms of rest. 

*Wisdom talks are recorded live in the App and unedited. Thank you for your understanding. 

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Late Night Banter with The Colliers is a new series of wisdom talks where dynamic (and super funny) couple, Brett & Sonia Collier share discussions on various topics such as marriage, dating, politics, faith, race and sometimes just some straight up silliness!

In this talk we're discussing True Freedom from Frederick Douglass. A discussion that arose from my husband reading a phenominal book where Freddy D gives us insight on what true freedom is from the lens of a freed slave who went on to become...well, Frederick Douglass. 

*Remember, Wisdom Talks are live, with no fliter nor editing. Listen wisely. :)

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Join me and the incredible wisdom app founder & developer @dayo_ as she graces my wisdom talk stage with her input on financial literacy and gives bite sized tips on what you can do to see immediate impact in your finances. Entrepreneurs and business owners CANNOT miss this one! It’s all about perspective shift 🤯 

Download @joinWISDOMapp and find me @sacollier. 

wisdom #finances  #moneymatters #perspective #podcast #thestateofevents #eventprofs #entrepeneur #businessadvice

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We are constantly asked to be a part of something because of what we can do, what we can bring to the table. Wouldn't you love it if sometimes you were just recongnized for who you are? Maybe this is a new concpet for you - just being...

In this wisdom talk, I cover some much needed perspective shift while encouraging us to identify who we really are, where our identity should come from (and where it should not) and how to change work culture to be relationship driven first and deed seeking second.

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Welcome to my WISDOM APP talks! These discussions are recorded LIVE then featured here to stream on my podcast channel! Wisdom App is a platform developed to give voice to today’s thought leaders in various industries such as business, wellness, innovation and so much more! 

I'll be featuring a series of talks about varying topics - all designed to provide you insight, encouragement and...well....WISDOM!! lol

Also, I want to invite you to join @joinwisdomapp and stream my LIVE WISDOM TALKS every week!! Download the app and follow @joinwisdomapp on social.

DISCLAIMER: Wisdom app is a #live conversation platform!! Podcast versions of wisdom talks are in their raw, unedited and truest state. Fun times!

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Join us every Thursday is December for our Year In Review series!    Each week we’ll highlight one of this year's most streamed podcast episodes and guests. Catch up on missed shows or review an episode for a recap on insights and tips! Thanks for listening this year and have a wonderful holiday season.   In our final Year In Review episode, we go back to our conversation with Dr. Portia Jackson. TSOE had the honor and pleasure to welcome Dr. Portia Jackson of Focus Flow Media to the mic for this informative and educational conversation on Financial Literacy!   

Listen in as Portia drops wisdom nuggets on how #eventprofs, business pros and entrepreneurs can take baby steps towards the path to financial freedom! End this last quarter strong and developed financial Literacy!

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Join us every Thursday is December for our Year In Review series!    Each week we’ll highlight one of this year's most streamed podcast episodes and guests. Catch up on missed shows or review an episode for a recap on insights and tips! Thanks for listening this year and have a wonderful holiday season.  

This week we go back to our first episode in the Health & Wellness series. After a devastating diagnosis in 2008 in which her body’s mobility was drastically impaired, TSOE founder & host, Sonia Alcazar Collier shares how optimal health & wellness are key in the event industry. 

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Join us every Thursday is December for our Year In Review series!    Each week we’ll highlight one of this year's most streamed podcast episodes and guests. Catch up on missed shows or review an episode for a recap on insights and tips! Thanks for listening this year and have a wonderful holiday season.   This week we reply our conversation with Anjuli Marshall and topic of True Entrepreneurship: Resources for the WHOLE person.

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Join us every Thursday is December for our Year In Review series!    Each week we’ll highlight one of this year's most streamed podcast episodes and guests. Catch up on missed shows or review an episode for a recap on insights and tips! Thanks for listening this year and have a wonderful holiday season.   First up is our webinar recorded during Mental Health Awareness Month.  

Addressing and dealing with trauma is a critical step in normalizing the concept of Mental Health. This panel will represent the thoughts of the medical and therapeutic fields addressing the roots and effects of trauma and also offer hopeful insight into the healing journey.

Marriage & Family Therapist, Jasmynn Smith Pastor, Anthony Powell Acupuncturist, Noosha Kahali

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TSOE had the honor and pleasure to welcome Dr. Portia Jackson of Focus Flow Media to the mic for this informative and educational conversation on Financial Literacy! 

Listen in as Portia drops wisdom nuggets on how #eventprofs, business pros and entrepreneurs can take baby steps towards the path to financial freedom! End this last quarter strong and developed financial Literacy!

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Enjoy Part 2 of Legislative Literacy where we chat with Alicia Falango of California Events Coalition.


Current legislation has been advocated on behalf of over 12 million event professionals yet many are unaware and quite frankly, illiterate on legislative knowledge in general. We often don't understand the government, are intimidated by it, and depending on your background, flat out don't trust it. Both mistrust and illiteracy will cause “it doesn't affect me” behavior, particularly with disenfranchised communities. 

Legislative Literacy is a podcast series intended to establish legislative literacy, dispel governmental myths and ultimately create a space for listeners to gain bite-sized information empowering them to take action. Don’t miss this series addressing relative event industry legislation at the National and Local levels!

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Current legislation has been advocated on behalf of over 12 million event professionals yet many are unaware and quite frankly, illiterate on legislative knowledge in general. We often don't understand the government, are intimidated by it, and depending on your background, flat out don't trust it. Both mistrust and illiteracy will cause “it doesn't affect me” behavior, particularly with disenfranchised communities. 

Legislative Literacy is a podcast series intended to establish legislative literacy, dispel governmental myths and ultimately create a space for listeners to gain bite-sized information empowering them to take action. Don’t miss this series addressing relative event industry legislation at the National and local levels!

Listen in to Pt. 1 with special guest Dwayne Thomas - Government Chair with Live Events Coalition.

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This summer The State of Events has been featuring conversations between two event professionals (1 newcomer and 1 veteran) in niche sectors of our industry #EventProfs on #EventProfs.

Listen in on this series finale conversation between designers Brooke Wetzel of The Plum Dahlia and guest host, our very own, Kara Talion of Events by Kara! These two connect on their individual journeys, as well as their career triumphs and challenges. 

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This summer the state of events has been featuring conversations between 2 event professionals (1 newcomer and 1 veteran) in niche sectors of our industry. Listen in as a newcomer chef and food stylist Natasha LaGrone of creative charcuterie interviews veteran Chef Robert Dorsey of Robert Dorsey catering.

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Addressing and dealing with trauma is a critical step in normalizing the concept of Mental Health. This panel will represent the thoughts of the medical and therapeutic fields addressing the roots and effects of trauma and also offer hopeful insight into the healing journey.

Marriage & Family Therapist, Jasmynn Smith Pastor, Anthony Powell Acupuncturist, Noosha Kahali

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Addressing systemic issues of mental health taboo is critical in affecting change. From our work habits, relationships and addiction, this panel resources professionals and key leadership on how to effectively create an environment that breaks stigma and welcomes in mental health discussions.

Urban Trauma Healing Institute (Coach Mark James) Workplaceless (Megan Eddinger) Stretch for Women (Kimme Lewis and Rhea Fluker)

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The State of Events hosts a webinar series addressing Mental Health . Our goal is to provide resources for a healthier industry comeback.

This panel discusses a healthy definition of boundaries and how they empower you to step into a thriving work and personal life. Gain understanding of varying practices such as, mindfulness, life coaching and how diet & exercise affect your mental well being.

Contributing Speakers:

Fitness and Nutrition Coaches- Wendy and Chris Chouteau

Actor and Life Coach- Eu Jin Hwang

Psychologist- Megan Ceja

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Event Professionals share their stories on reimagining the event industry.

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Event Professionals share their stories on reimagining the event industry.

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Event Professionals share their stories on reimagining the event industry.

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Cultivating wellness in remote workplaces. Holistic dialogue and resources that support the success and prosperity of the whole person.

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Identifying barriers in business development and how the biggest barrier is sometimes yourself.

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After a devastating diagnosis in 2008 in which her body’s mobility was drastically imparied, TSOE founder & host, Sonia Alcazar Collier shares how optimal health & wellness are key in the event industry. 

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True Entrepreneurship: Resources for the WHOLE person

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Tune in as our original producing team journeys through the show’s conception and other milestones met this year!

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Highlighting the generous work of Nonprofit and philanthropy work.

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In honor of national women’s small business month, women business owners and entrepreneurs share their startup stories and tell listeners how they are positioned to reach their highest potential and walk in their purpose.

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Recruiter turned entrepreneur, Sebastian Blanco, and your host Sonia Alcazar-Collier, discuss job & contract readiness for independent contractors, small businesses, and service providers.

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YOUR FUTURE IS BRIGHT: Highlighting #Eventprofs finding success! Enjoy this discussion on how event professionals pivoted an in-person/live event.

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As more clients and companies seek to address Inclusion and diversity efforts, it is important to have a space for event professionals to engage with their peers about implications, barriers to achieve the best I&D outcomes and overall, gain understanding on the topic matter.

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In our next podcast series, Resilience: how to come back from your setback. We’re excited to have life coach, and healer Tara Armstrong, business lawyer, Jerome Fogel, Esq. and psychologist, Dr. Carolyn Watson provide their unique insights on how to process crisis and how to successfully transition, build resilience, and thrive. This is one that you don’t want to miss!

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In our next podcast series, Resilience: how to come back from your setback. We’re excited to have life coach, and healer Tara Armstrong, business lawyer, Jerome Fogel, Esq. and psychologist, Dr. Carolyn Watson provide their unique insights on how to process crisis and how to successfully transition, build resilience, and thrive. This is one that you don’t want to miss!

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In our next podcast series, Resilience: how to come back from your setback. We’re excited to have life coach, and healer Tara Armstrong, business lawyer, Jerome Fogel, Esq. and psychologist, Dr. Carolyn Watson provide their unique insights on how to process crisis and how to successfully transition, build resilience, and thrive. This is one that you don’t want to miss!

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Event professionals discuss specific impact they’ve had and how they are managing client relations.

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While still addressing best rescheduling and restructing practices for your event, this episode focuses on 'Transforming your event: Virtually or In-person'. Joy Ekuta of @Hostowambe, panel's and gives us some practical event production wisdom!

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In this 3 part series Event professionals give guidance on best rescheduling and restructing practices during these unprecedented times. We'll cover Resources and Relief Support, Virtually transforming your Event & Marketing and continued communication.