The Don and Mike Show: Recent Episodes
The Don and Mike Show
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The final interview for The Don and Mike Show from EDPA Access, Elliott wreaks havoc and a new Podcast coming in two weeks!
Don and Mike chat from Downtown Louisville from IAEE Expo Expo and Mike wraps up with an interview with Michael McMahon from Hill and Partners, winner of the EDPA Ambassador of the Year award.
Don and Mike chat with Jay Burkette at EDPA Access regarding the last couple of years, consulting and industry moving forward.
Don and Mike chat with Jay Burkette at EDPA ACCESS 2022, Talk leading up to Winter Awards for ESCA on the 12th, EXPO EXPO happening the 13th through the 15th and more!
Prior to receiving the Hazel Hayes award at EDPA Access, Chris took time to talk with Don and Mike as we enter into 2023 about the industry and more!
Don and Mike open with Jim Wurm, celebrating being back together in San Antonio for Access 2022... Chris Griffin sits in to speak on behalf of the Executive Committee and outlook for 2022 and more...
The Exhibition Guy, from Ireland, Stephan Murtagh chats with Mike about the last two years of development and comeback in the Eastern side of the world, Association end of year focus discussed and poll results as well! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Sammy and Mike chat about Trade Show Budgeting strategy for 2022 - 2023 and the hurdles to look out for ... TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Sammy Bliss from ASV chats with Mike on Trade Show Budgeting, F2F and Hybrid and More... Don and Mike catch up on industry news, association news and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Julie and Mike chat about ESCA WAC coming up in a few weeks in Louisville! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mike chats with Julie Kagy about Winter Award Ceremonies coming up in Louisville, Don and Mike talk mid terms, poll results eye surgery and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Chris Griffin from Crew XP chats with Mike about the new podcast Experience Builders, the new trade show and event world we see now and EDPA Access coming up in San Antonio... Don and Mike look at poll results and other issues in the industry! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Sorry for the technical glitches but its just Mike this week! Don will be back next week. Lashane Smith talks about her great return from an onsite accident and our chat at The Randy earlier this month ... recapping Printing United, Pack Expo and other shows which are hot and more...TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mike speaks with Danny Hollingsworth, recipient from The Randy Smith Memorial Classic, Don is in Chicago preparing for Pack Expo, Mike in Las Vegas for Printing United, shows setting records and busy season is here! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don starts the show with a talk with Robert Laarhoven about the legacy of the event, then he speaks one on one with Mike Youmans centered on his Father Nathan Youmans of Laser Orlando who was a recipient for the 2022 class of the Randy Smith Classic. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike talk with Jim Wurm to open the show on location at Stone Mountain, GA for the 2022 Randy. Exhibitus' Lynn Reves Talks about their hole tent and their activity and sponsorship support and we rap things up with Rich Johnson summing up the effort of the RSMGC event for the 28th year. Congrats to ExhibitCityNews.com for winning the Sponsor of the Year award!
Latest results on the poll question of Ageism, Employco's Jason Eisenhut speaks on the ramifications of Ageism, Don and Mike talk about the Randy, Ian's impact and the spammers are back calling people for scam reasons! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Trade Show Solutions owner Bill Arland chats with Mike about 30+ years in the trade show industry and the changes over time, Don and Mike summarize the latest poll results regarding Recessionary times, and more. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Jim Wurm and Mike Boone from The Randy Smith Memorial come on to the show to talk about the 28th annual event coming up in three weeks in Atlanta, Don and Mike talk about whether or not we are in a recession, new poll on the website to gauge the listenership on that question and more...TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mike chats with Brad Mayne from IAVM regarding the associations work and focus coming out of the pandemic. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Brad Mayne from the International Association of Venue Managers speaks with Mike about the comeback from the pandemic and the issues they face moving forward. ECA's latest updates and tasks to work on with Congress coming back in session, Shows are busy and Air Taxi's are coming from United Airlines! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don in Boston takes time to speak with Michael McMahon on Industry Workforce topics and committees to focus on the challenge of securing labor to the Trade Show and Event industries. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don speaks with Michael McMahon from Hill and Partners and the EDPA Future Leaders Group on developments, China trade show is cancelled nine hours out from opening over 24 cases of Covid and more...TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don was in Atlanta this week attending an Aluvision training event while Mike was in PA in meetings and facility visit... three industry veterans in Philly talk about the comeback of 2022 while Carlisle PA hosts a VERY large Corvette show that takes up the entire town! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Rob Wilson chats with Mike about HR challenges in these inflationary times, On location coverage of the SE EDPA Chapter Get out of the Gutter event this week and more... TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Jessica and Mike talk about the latest launch for the organization which assists exhibitors with issues they sustain from events and talks about their plan moving forward. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mike chats with Jessica Sibila from The Exhibitor Advocate (exhibitoradvocacy.com)and their organization's purpose for standing in for exhibitors and their issues needing answers, the latest poll results are released and resorts struggle with high priced products at their shows! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mark speaks with Don and Mike about the newest changes with Exhibitor Media Group, Exhibitor Magazine and ExhibitorLive. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike have a candid interview with Mark Johnson, the new owner of Exhibitor Media Group and ExhibitorLive Trade Show and the new developments for the show taking place next year in Louisville, KY. Don reports from the Chicago Randy earlier this week and Don and Mike talk about things being under the bus? TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Danica and Mike chat on the UFI's latest reports and information released as well as the group's upcoming conference in the US in 2023! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Nancy and Mike talk at the recent ESCA SEC Conference about the latest developments centered on research and reports. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
CEIR's Nancy Drapeau speaks with Mike at the ESCA SEC about the latest research results and forecasts moving forward, Danica Tormohlen speaks on the plans for UFI to come to Las Vegas in 2023 and their latest findings, Don and Mike hash out the latest developments and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Dean discusses with Mike about Memphis shows, renovations and their comeback from the pandemic... TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Brandy talks with Mike at ESCA SEC about the comeback as well as challenges they are facing with clients.
Interview Only - Mike speaks with Mark during the recent ESCA SEC Conference and centers on subjects that many clients are speaking about. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Canwil Technologies VP of Sales Brandy Gilman talks to Mike at ESCA Conference about the comeback from COVID and Renasant Convention Center GM Dean Dennis in Memphis also speaks with Mike about their changes since COVID hit. Don and Mike land back in US after international travel and talk about the latest news.
Mark Zimmerman from Zimmerman Consulting talks with Mike at The ESCA SEC Conference regarding the latest trends and topics in the industry, Don is in Argentina, Mike is in Miami and then in the Bahamas and the busy days are hot, heavy and stressful with the challenges we face! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Kai and Mike talk at ESCA SEC 22 about the Global View on the Trade Show and Live Event Industry these days.
Kai Hattendorf speaks with Mike at ESCA SEC about the world view on the industry, Tim Andrews from ASI takes time to talk about their brand and show success as of late, Happy Birthday to The Don and Mike Show starting year six this week and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhbitCityNews.com
Jim Wurm from EACA joins Don and Mike in The Foundation Room at Mandalay Bay during ExhibitorLive week to talk about the industry thus far... Bob Ryley, SVP of BD at GES and 2022 President of ESCA co hosts the opening of this week's show and Don and Mike wraps everything up at the end as we enter July 4th weekend! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike interview Dasher Lowe for EDPA Engage at Area 15 prior to ExhibitorLive 2022 kicking off in a hot as Hades Las Vegas! Then The Show moved to The Foundation Room on top of Mandalay Bay for The Employco USA, EACA, ExhibitCityNews.com and Don and Mike Show sponsored reception which was heavily attended for great networking! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Tommy Goodwin comes back on the show to wrap up Legislative Action Week, White House removes international Covid testing prior to entering country, Poll results and airline traffic busting at seams. Crazy times! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mike speaks with Jay Kuker, Manager of Project Management for Impact XM on several topics for today's exhibition industry, Don finishes a day of EDPA Golf outing in Las Vegas and party at ECN, a new poll is out this week for the show and everyone getting ready for EDPA Engage, ExhibitorLive, ESCA and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike vent a bit for this week, Willwork Event Services President Bill Nixon speaks with Mike about the challenges with labor and going to the shows and more. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
ECA's Tommy Goodwin talks with Mike about the upcoming Legislative Action Week and the requests being made to DC to help the industry rebound and EACA's Jim Wurm gives updates from their association and the Randy Smith Memorial Foundation. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don talks with Karen and Becky about the latest from Detroit's Huntington Place CC...TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Will and Mike talk about today's Trade Show and Live Event environment and how it is changing with Hybrid, Omnichannel and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Endless Events' Will Curran talks to Mike about the latest trends in shows and events with Omnichannel, Hybrid and the new look and expectations... Don speaks with Huntington Places' Karen Totaro and Becky Bixby about the Women-run Convention Center, the latest comeback in Detroit and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mike was in EMPLOYCO USA'S Podcast Studio this week and Don and Mike talk about all the latest shows, travel and work topics! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don is in Spain this week and takes the week off, Mike was at ISA all week and flies solo and interviews Todd Nall to speak about the latest in his world including an unruly exhibitor... not cool! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Busy Times, but still challenged in people returning to the show floors... Don and Mike talk about that along with the Great Resignation: Lack of Labor versus Lack of Wellbeing. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Omnichannel expert Shawn Garrity from Circle gives updates on the changes within Trade Shows so far in 2022, Don chats with Chicago Carpenter Manny Chico on the comeback for Chicago shows, Mask mandates overturned, ExhibitorLive moving to Kentucky in '23 and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Rob West from Sho-Link talks Labor with Don for Labor Month at ECN, Mike chats with Julie Kagy for the ESCA SEC coming up in June, Flight ticket costs are up 40% due to fuel costs and masks are still on until May 3... AT LEAST! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don talks with Jim Wurm on Local 25 Union issues and strike in Boston this week... Mike speaks with Rob Wilson from Employco on HR issues in the workplace, Congress passes a big assistance bill that moves to the senate and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don was in the Employco Podcast studio recently and was on their podcast speaking about the Trade Show comeback as well as our show, the replay is here on today's show, IPME's Bill Hinchliff also on today's show speaks about the upcoming Southern California EDPA Chapter Charity golf tournament taking place on May 9 in Huntington Beach, CA. Ageism in the workplace, CEIR's upcoming Cybersecurity Webinar and more! Happy April Fools Day! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
The Booth Mom, Candy Adams has a casual conversation in Carlsbad, CA this week while Mike was in town... restrictions are being reduced nationwide for shows to occur... remember to take your passport when traveling to Mexico and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Nashville's Music City Center President and CEO Charles Starks shares the latest from his organization, CEIR's latest report from 4th quarter 2021 for B2B shows, the FED hikes interest rates and we are busy! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
EDPA Executive Director Dasher Lowe talks about the upcoming Engage 2022 in June in Las Vegas, Don and Mike speak on good news bad news and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
INTERVIEW ONLY TRACK: Don speaks with Jessica regarding the upcoming SIAL America Show in Las Vegas in March. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don speaks with Emerald EVP Jessica Blue from SIAL America Food Show coming to Vegas in a few weeks, More on Russia Ukraine, concerns in the comeback continue and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
John McGeary, SVP Business Development & Brand Strategy for the National Association of Home Builders talks with Mike about the recent Home Builder's Show and Kitchen and Bath Show in Orlando early February, Mike talks with Don about Orlando this week and the changes for travel expected, Poll Results and More! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
ECA's Tommy Goodwin and EDPA's Chris Griffin speak on last week's legislative meetings for advocacy in getting trade show companies help financially with grant monies, new poll question centering on faster move ins for trade shows and issues with shows moving forward! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
TIVE's Dave Brown talks to Mike about their new tracking services for company's assets and more. KBIS is successful in Orlando this week, Vegas lifts mask mandates and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Super Pet Expo's Eric Udler comes on the show to talk about the recent New Jersey show recap along with the upcoming DC show and New Jersey Home Builder's show...REGGEEK's Mike Goodwin talks about their new company and their outlook for 2022... Don and Mike chat about the Specialty Food Show setting up in Vegas, Meetings up 350% over last year at this time and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Gary Shapiro, CEO and President of The Consumer Technology Association and the organization which runs CES Show in Las Vegas spoke with Mike about the 2022 show and why the show had to happen in person! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
CTA President and CEO Gary Shapiro talks about CES 2022, reasons for moving forward, post show information and the reason the show needed to happen, Wall Street Journal's Beat and Worst Airlines report for 2021, Post Poll results on how listeners feel about the industry moving forward and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mike speaks with ESCA Volunteer of the Year Award Winner Brett Mitchell, General Manager of Overland Park Convention Center near Kansas City who speaks about the future of shows in 2022 and beyond. A new poll question is up and Omicron cases are down in NYC... maybe a good sign! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don interview's Torsten Heinze from Czarnowski and IFES while at CES at the close of the show and they talk about Europe's challenges at having events and all the rules around COVID. Mike comes back to the office today after a stay in the hospital with diabetic complications and explains why we need to take care of ourselves in this time! Show closings and openings and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Exposures' Gary Prochorchik talks with Don and Mike about CES 2022 and a report from the show floor, SISO's New Content Director Danica Tormohlen speaks to Mike about her new role with the association and Yellow's Jason Olinger speaks about the new world of shipping and challenges moving forward. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
At time of recording, CES announces the show will reduce by one day to a three day show, Mike counts down the top 10 interviews for 2021, and more, TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
IFES Executive Director Uta Goretzky and Holtmann President Joerg Zeissig talk with Don about Expo Expo 2020 in Dubai held recently in 2021. Dave Walens speaks to Don and Mike about the EDPA Foundation works, CES latest cancellations, Poll wrap-ups and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Octanorm North America's Norm Friedrich and 4 Productions' Dave McCormack talk with Don and Mike about their respective companies and their challenges over the past couple of years, Don and Mike share a new poll, Advocacy updates, and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
The Don and Mike Show attended the ESCA Winter Awards Ceremonies in Philly last week where Julie and Larry were interviewed, then transitioned to the Philadelphia Convention Center to the ESCA booth and interviewed many people, Great to be back Face to Face and we will have many of those interviews in the coming weeks. TheDonAndMikeShow,net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike at EDPA Access 2021 interviewing International Expert Jeannine Swan, After EDPA Foundation Dinner discussions about what was discussed and now heading to Philly for Expo Expo! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
IAEE's President and CEO David DuBois talks to Mike about the upcoming Expo Expo in Philly in a couple of weeks, Don and Mike chat about Access for EDPA, Expo Expo and the ESCA Winter Awards ceremonies, the new COVID variant, Thanksgiving news and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Shawn Garrity discusses the latest news in the industry as well as recapping the year and what is expected in the future, Breaking news on the trial in Wisconsin, the latest spending bill in Congress and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews,com
Optima's President Alex Hill joins Don and Mike to talk about the industry during COVID times, clients relationships and more... Don and Mike talk about the latest poll results, CEIR's webinar discussions on shows for 2021 and the latest news affecting our industries. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Summary of Exhibit City Live Open House, EDPA Las Vegas Chapter Membership Party, ExhibitorLive 2021 and More! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Rob Wilson talks about Industry HR issues of the day and Candy Adams centers discussion on current Trade Show and Event issues in late 2021 and expectations of 2022. Recording in the new Don and Mike Show Podcast studio in Las Vegas. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
EDPA Executive Director Dasher Lowe talks to Don and Mike at The Randy Smith Memorial about the event and also the upcoming EDPA Access in Florida as well as Liz Nacron, Michael Vallone and Noelle Webster talk about the newly formed Future Leaders Committee for EDPA and their goals for their group. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
TCF Center General Manager Karen Totaro speaks on the latest developments from the Convention world in Detroit and the comeback happening there. Danny Hollingsworth speaks to Don and Mike about the Randy Smith Memorial event and what it means to him. Don and Mike talk about supply and labor and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
MAD Event Management's President and SISO Board Member Martha Donato talks to Mike about her experiences during COVID as well as continual discussions with Michael McMahon from Hill and Partners at The Randy a couple of weeks ago. Mike's client visits in Dallas, TX and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike at Berkley Hills Country Club for the 27th Annual Randy Smith Memorial Classic, helping industry recipients for 27 years running ... EACA's Jim Wurm and Coastal's Mike Boone talk about the event while Don and Mike wrap up the week with news on shows, remembering the Mandalay Bay shooting from four years ago and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
The Utility Expo Show Director John Rozum joins Don and Mike to talk about setting a record on show space increase by 7% for their upcoming show in Kentucky next week, Don and Mike talk Fall temps, The Randy Smith Memorial next week in Atlanta, better news for the industry this week and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Michael McMahon and Michael Vallone from Hill and Partners, Gary Prochorchik from Exposures Ltd. and Don Svehla sit in Boston and Mike in Atlanta and discuss industry perspectives, The EDPA Classic held recently in Boston and also industry updates this week! ExhibitCityNews.com and TheDonAndMikeShow.net
Zig Zibit President Jake Merzigian joins Mike on Rapid Fire to talk about today’s Exhibit world from a Custom Exhibit display builder perspective and EACA Executive Director Jim Wurm talks industry updates and the Randy Smith Memorial Golf Classic coming up on September 27, 2021. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Shawn Garrity from Circle and Mike talk with Ralph Sampson about today's challenges in today's world through his eyes of setbacks within basketball and how to move forward, Don and Mike talk on current show cancellations and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike talk about Retail X in Chicago, the good, bad and reality. Mike interviewed with the Trade Show University Podcast recently and spoke to Jim Cermak about whether or not to start a podcast and that portion of the show is on this track. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Craftsmen Industries in St. Louis (https://www.craftsmenind.com/) CEO Mark Steele and Business Development Representative Chris Kappes speak to Mike about their business trends these days and the uptick in mobile marketing activations. Don and Mike talk industries, vaccines, masks and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Chad Mascitelli joins Don and Mike to talk about their new live event center scheduled to open in early 2022 in Central Jersey! The web site for the business is https://www.cardinaleenterprises.com/adventure-crossing-usa Don and Mike talk about shows cancelling and still going on as well and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don Neal, Founder & CEO of 360 Live Media in Washington DC speaks to the new developments in the event and trade show industries, how things should move forward and specifically how Virtual and Live Events. Don reports from the Together Again Expo this week in Atlantic City and the take away from that event and Mike reports on the latest poll question on the future of Trade Shows. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Chris Griffin and Tommy Goodwin come on this week to talk about the latest for Trade shows and Event Industry headlines, The latest Orlando show cancellation news, mask mandates, and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike are in the Circle Omnichannel Guest Experience Studio in Las Vegas with Shawn Garrity, Lou Raiola, Sterling Armstrong, and Dave Devito to speak about ESG (Environmental - Social - Governance) and its implications on business in the future. Don and Mike talk about Vegas and the Revamp and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Willwork Global Event Services CEO Bill Nixon talk with Don and Mike about the industry, past, present and future, Crazy week with crazy happenings with the uptick of business and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike Show celebrate the fifth anniversary of the podcast, talk about the latest headlines, poll results and upcoming shows! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Ian McGonnigal from Experiential Executive talks about trends for the immediate future for businesses, Jim Wurm from EACA speaks on the organization and their latest involvement with a Joint Statement against a show designating questionable rules for exhibiting, Shawn Garrity from Circle Agency in Las Vegas for This Week in Omnichannel... power packed show this week! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Employco's Rob Wilson talks about what is expected in HR aspects in a Post COVID environment, Don and Mike talk about the new Resorts World opening this week, the latest issues with the RECON show and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Jane talks about the changes employers should expect with the Post COVID return to work locations, changes in culture and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike talk to Shawn Garrity, Dave Devito and Chris Scott from Circle about the Omnichannel/Broadcast surge happening with B2B Live Events coming back to life now and what the future looks like for Hybrid Events with Broadcast Aspects. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Fusion Staffing CEO Jane Gentry talks to Mike about her EDPA Engage Keynote subject "Rebuilding Your Team in a Post COVID World". The CIRCLE Las Vegas crew talk about broadcast in Omnichannel and it's effect on B2B events. Don and Mike Talk about Supply Chain and Labor Issues and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mike attends and talks with Dasher Lowe to recap 2021 EDPA Engage Reboot, Don speaks with Circle CEO Shawn Garrity on the latest and more discussion on the revamp and ramp up! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Head over to https://nationaltradeshowalliance.org for information on the new alliance, updates discussed from 2021 Legislative Actions Days, This week in Omnichannel from Circle in Las Vegas and World of Concrete kicks off! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Circle's CEO Shawn Garrity talks to Mike about the latest news in Omnichannel for Events from Las Vegas! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mike talks with Bobby Lee who returns to the trade show industry after a year absence, Talks about his time on the ESCA Board, Citizen of the Year awards and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mike interviews Bobby Lee from CSI and returns to the Trade Show industry, Shawn Garrity speaks on This Week in Omnichannel updates, Mike in Houston this week, returns with news from there, new poll results and just be kind when traveling! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Tommy Goodwin speaks with Mike about Legislative Days June 1-2 as part of Global Exhibitions Day event coming up and Shawn Garrity of Circle speaks on Omnichannel news for this week. ESCA's All In Campaign launches and more! TheDonAneMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Circle's Shawn Garrity and David Devito talk to Don and Mike about the differences and similarities with Omnichannel and Hybrid, the future of our show spaces with omnichannel and more ... Don and Mike talk about the impact of headlines to our reopening of live events and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
FULL TRACK! Shawn Garrity from Circle, newest sponsor for the show comes on to discuss the latest of what will be shared with listeners in coming weeks! Stetson Convention Services' Julia Sasse and Maggie Meeder talk with Mike about 2020-21 and it's ups and downs. Don and Mike talk virtual data and analytics and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike were onsite for the install and first show day for the MRO Americas exhibition from Informa at the OCCC. Videos from the show floor can be seen at our show's Facebook Page and this episode highlights interviews from the show floor! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Deputy Director for The Anaheim Convention Center Mindy Abel talks to Mike about Conventions coming back, what they will look like in California and more. Rental Car supply issues will be a real issue as shows start coming back and travel resumes. Supply and demand for materials are affecting displays and ESCA has a webinar discussed for Safety and Security. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Stephanie Glanzer talks to Mike about the up and down of Las Vegas from an MGM Resorts perspective ... Poll Results on the Show's Requiring Vaccines and Don and Mike talk advocacy and the latest from California restrictions loosening! Advocacy link for ECA is here: https://himss.quorum.us/campaign/32352/?utm_source=Go+LIVE+Together&utm_campaign=6aa524c719-MC_07_23_20_TAKE_ACTION_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_ebe0d7482c-6aa524c719-
Informa’s Jennifer Roberts and Lydia Janow talk about the upcoming Orlando based Aviation Week MRO trade show in Orlando at the end of April … Don and Mike recap a very crazy week in trade show developments, Mike is getting poked next week so he can travel … what about Don? TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Chris Chase, Owner of Everything Trade Shows in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, joins Mike to talk about business these days and in 2020, Don and Mike talk Omnichannel business practices and Eggs in One Basket and More! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Dana Freker Doody with Juno discusses how the virtual platform can enhance future F2F events as well as Jim Rogers with IntraEdge talking about the new Janus Portable Kiosks and how they will help with traffic flow and screening at event entrances. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com Show sites are junolive.co and intraedge.com
Don, Mike and Candy Adams the Booth Mom talk about the latest developments on shows and live events moving forward, the challenges, the questions and concerns, the what ifs but also the if we don't ... a lot to think about! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Exhibitions and Conferences Alliance Vice President Tommie Goodwin discusses the new Alliance to advocate for the industries for the future... Don and Mike talk about the latest news and don't forget to spring forward this Sunday! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mark Zimmerman from Zimmerman Consulting and Joe Cascio from SMT Expo talk about the latest information surrounding our trade show, events and experiential marketing industries in today's world! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Jeff Quade talks to Mike about Flex Plan hiring for 2021 as the industry ramps back up later this year and Don and Mike with the latest news including the National Restaurant Show cancelling for 2021 and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Crew XP's Chris Griffin speaks to Mike about immediate advocacy needs for members of industry to receive financial support from devastating results from 2020 as well as latest announcements from the new Exhibitions and Conferences Alliance. Sean Clarke from Creative Visual Solutions (http://www.visual-solutions.ca/) talks about their new Screening Kiosks for events... TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Employco's Rob Wilson chats with Mike about Employers Mandating Vaccines for Employees ... Don and Mike talk the latest news ... TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
ELI's Brandt Krueger talks to Mike about Digital Events and the Virtual Event world ... hit him up at his web site www.BrandtKrueger.com for details ... Don and Mike talk updates from the industry and more ... TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mike speaks with EACA's Jim Wurm and ESCA's Julie Kagy about 2021 and their respective associations' updates! Don and Mike talk about Cautiously Proceeding in 2021 and NOW SUPER BOWL PARTIES in LA County restaurants! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Chris Kappes talks to Mike about Digital Experience Centers, expectations for digital and virtual technologies and what works and may not work for the immediate future. Don and Mike hash out the latest news and poll results! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Candy Adams, The Booth Mom, talks to Mike about her experience, dismal at best, for Exhibiting Virtually at 2021 CES Show, Vaccines are discussed with the latest developments and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Rapid Fire Segment with David Dubois from IAEE on the Digital Version of the 2020 Expo Expo and summaries of how the event played out and Dasher Lowe from EDPA speaks on the in person event and the protocols and how the event played out and the future for both organizations are discussed in this week's show! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Rob speaks with Mike on the breakdown of who gets what on the Stimulus Package signed this week, Don and Mike talk about the new year and thoughts on the industries, being "Cautiously Optimistic" and more. Employco's Webinar from this week can be heard at Empoyco.com TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Sue Sung from Freeman and Go Live Together talks with Mike about 2020 and 2021 forecast, Mike reveals Poll Question replies on the speculation of shows revamping in 2021 and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibtiCityNews.com
DJ talks with Mike at EDPA Access about this year's issues and the future as well as Matt speaking to Mike on the new technology which allows individuals to check their physical symptoms like temperature and other aspects on their smart phone to stay healthy and keep the industry healthy! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Steve Riches from California and Jeff Hannah from Ohio talk with Don and Mike at EDPA Access 2020 last week, someone has a birthday today and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibtiCityNews.com
Don and Mike recap the 2020 EDPA Access Conference from San Antonio Texas at La Cantera Resort. Scaled down due to Corona, Around 100 people attended live to discuss the future of Trade Shows, Events and Experiential Marketing for 2021 and beyond.
Mike looks back on 2020 and how the year, identified by many as the worst year in our modern day history, played out ... recaps of interviews, discussions and what to look for in the future.
Billy Mandarino, Author, Podcaster, Speaker on Mental Health speaks to Mike about dealing with those challenges in today's environment. His website can be found at www.BillyMandarino.com and Mike's website referred to during the show is SufferingToSurrender.org Mr. Olympia Show leaves Vegas and heads to Orlando and EDPA Access discussion and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Chris Griffin and Mike talk about the cancellation of IAEE Expo Expo in person segment, EDPA Access moving forward, Industry and Government Advocacy and more! Don and Mike also give the poll results and talk over updated industry news! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mike Anderson from ConnectUs Global, makers of the Citizen Care Pod, speaks with Mike about the implementation of the testing sites for the live event industry to help open events up sooner than later. Don and Mike talk about (briefly ) election week, poll results and more. Check out the website for the Pods at CitizenCarePod.com TheDonandMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don speaks with Dan Greene from Nolan Advisory Services who updates us with current expectations for what is left of 2020 and for 2021 ... Hurricane Zeta blows through Mike's world this week, Shot Show for Las Vegas January 2021 is not going to happen and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don speaks with Dan Greene from Nolan Advisory Services who updates us with current expectations for what is left of 2020 and for 2021 ... Hurricane Zeta blows through Mike's world this week, Shot Show for Las Vegas January 2021 is not going to happen and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Candy talks with Mike about up to the minute industry issues surrounding Covid 19, Venues opening and closing, requirements to open and more. Don and Mike banter over the industry condition, whether or not Shot Show happens, trying to stay positive and more. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Quest Events and AFR announced this week the two companies have created a strategic partnership and Lopez and Dunlap discuss the plans moving forward ... Don and Mike talk about EDPA Access coming up, Zoom news, and more. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Jim talks with Mike about their latest no penalty cancellation policy for future events along with the announcement heard here first, that there will be One Price Material Handling for future shows. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Jaclyn speaks to Mike regarding the challenges that live events are facing in New York with all the mandates and shut downs ... advocacy and strong push for government assistance is the key to get things back open. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Empire Force Events in New York City's CEO Jaclyn Bernstein talks to Mike about the current conditions and hopeful future for New York City in the coming year while Jim Kelley of Fern shares the newest policy changes regarding penalty free cancellations and one rate material handling for the future! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Complete show with interviews from the event ...
Mark Burns = 6:33 - 15.56 Rick Bellerjeau =16:34 - 24:05 Mike Boone = 24:56 - 31:00 Rich Johnson = 31:56 - 52:02 Randy Bott = 52:35 - 58:45 Chris Griffin = 59:02 - 1:07:26 Dasher Lowe = 1:08:17 - 1:20:23 Jim Wurm = 1:21:14 - 1:30:42
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Jim Wurm wraps things up with Mike on the 26th annual event and how big this year's event means to the industry. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Dasher and Mike talk about the tournament as well as the upcoming Hybrid event EDPA Access in San Antonio in December. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Chris speaks to Mike on the tournament, the fund raising and on government within the industry. Neck deep discussion on what it's going to take now to keep people out of business bankruptcy. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Randy Bott speaks to Don and their involvement in The Randy and the business outlook for the remainder of the year and the future. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
The real founder of the Randy Smith Memorial Golf Classic speaks to Don and Mike about this year's event, the reason it was not cancelled and the importance of keeping the event moving forward! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
"It has never been about the golf … it's helping people" Boonie breaks it down in a year that has seen it's share of craziness. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Rick breaks down for Don and Mike 2020 for Momentum Management and what the future may hold for their organization. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mike speaks with Mark at The Randy for 2020 about how things have changed since the Pandemic and how the pivot is coming along. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike jump in and relay latest from Las Vegas relaxing gathering rules for trade shows, World of Concrete moving out to summer from January and FERN offers 100% refund on show cancellations! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
DJ Heckes speaks with Don regarding becoming ill with COVID 19 this year and the complications in that occurrence as well as Mike having a discussion with CEO Don Neal of 360 Live Media in DC speaking on a CEIR published blog about the rebound from the pandemic and what needs to happen to assure a better experience for all in the industry! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike discuss the results of the Poll Question, who are you voting for for President in 2020! Rob Wilson talks the latest HR issues within the industry and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike remember 9-11-2001 and where we are today as well as an in depth interview with Mark Yuska, founder of Together Again Expo and his announcement of the October 22-23 show coming up in Dallas, TX. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
We bring Eric back on the show to share with our listeners the wrap up of The Super Pet Expo B2C show held last week in the Dulles Expo Center outside of Washington DC. The good, bad and ugly reported on by Eric... great interview! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Jim talks with Mike about the 2020 version of The Randy - COVID style ... much different than the past and also the weekly Friday webinars which keep industry colleagues up to date. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
EACA's Jim Wurm speaks on the upcoming Randy Smith Memorial Golf Charity Event on September 28 in Atlanta and EACA weekly webinars along with updates for the industry ... Super Pet Expo's Eric Udler comes back to the show for a post show recap of the B2C event at Dulles Expo Center last weekend ---The Good, Bad and Ugly! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Eric speaks with Mike about executing the B2C Super Pet Expo this weekend. Eric shares the thought process behind moving forward and having a successful show.
The Expo Group, an exhibitions and events partner that invests in growth, has partnered with a public health expert to assist clients in their return to face-to-face events and trade shows. Lauren M. Sauer is Director of Operations for the Johns Hopkins Office of Critical Event Preparedness and Response and Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine in the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. ... Dana talks with Mike on the subject
The Expo Group's VP of Communication Dana Freker Doody talks about their new contractor from John Hopkins Medical, Lauren Sauer, and their attempt to educate the industry and shows on how to safely reopen for face to face events successfully and All Show Services Owner Eric Udler, Show producer for The Super Pet Expo opening this week in Virginia and the steps taken to launch their show safely and successfully. Don and Mike talk The Randy and more... TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Nicole Peck is the founder of NP Collective, a strategic marketing consultancy company focused on executing and delivering experiences, online and live, that deliver results. She was most recently the executive vice president at BizBash Media where she oversaw the events, marketing, and sales teams. With more than 22 years in the events industry, she has extensive experience developing and executing successful programs for new event launches and entrenched industry trade shows, inclusive of customer acquisition, event experience, and brand loyalty. She is known for her passion and ability to bring break down concepts and reconstruct ideas to fashion results and is also an advisor to event technology start-ups. She is a sought after public speaker and educator on topics such as event trends and event experience, leadership and team building, and maximizing technology for productivity. She stands firmly behind the belief that the personal handshake is irreplaceable and takes tremendous pride in helping facilitate authentic and meaningful connections. She is a Robert Krakoff Leadership Institute graduate and was named to the Folio 100 in 2018. Nicole graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts for both English and Communication from the State University of New York at Buffalo and resides in New York City with her son.
Rapid Fire questions regarding NYC and events and trade shows in the area are answered by Glenn for Don and Mike.
President at Genesis Exhibits Glenn Diehl answers Rapid Fire questions regarding NYC and the events industry specifically and Nicole Peck, former Executive VP of Biz Bash and Owner of NP Collective in Manhattan gives a very descriptive account of life in the current day NYC. Nicole Peck is the founder of NP Collective, a strategic marketing consultancy company focused on executing and delivering experiences, online and live, that deliver results. She was most recently the executive vice president at BizBash Media where she oversaw the events, marketing, and sales teams. With more than 22 years in the events industry, she has extensive experience developing and executing successful programs for new event launches and entrenched industry trade shows, inclusive of customer acquisition, event experience, and brand loyalty. She is known for her passion and ability to bring break down concepts and reconstruct ideas to fashion results and is also an advisor to event technology start-ups. She is a sought after public speaker and educator on topics such as event trends and event experience, leadership and team building, and maximizing technology for productivity. She stands firmly behind the belief that the personal handshake is irreplaceable and takes tremendous pride in helping facilitate authentic and meaningful connections. She is a Robert Krakoff Leadership Institute graduate and was named to the Folio 100 in 2018. Nicole graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts for both English and Communication from the State University of New York at Buffalo and resides in New York City with her son.
Don and Mike give the results to the most responded to Listener Poll to date ... amazing replies to the questions and also Candy Adams talks to Mike about the uncertainties in our live event and trade show industry. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike give the results to the most responded to Listener Poll to date ... amazing replies to the questions and also Candy Adams talks to Mike about the uncertainties in our live event and trade show industry. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Bill McGlade from Victory Productions, previously A2Z Inc/Personify Corporation talks to Mike about the live events world today and what we may expect for the future. Don and Mike talk about current events and status of the industry. Association updates as well ... TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
EDPA's Executive Director Dasher Lowe talks about the Together Again Expo recap and 2020 Access Meeting plans for December as well as Nancy Virene and Jackie Hake from The Chicago Randy talk about the pre and post event details, keeping the momentum of the event going for future years. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don and Mike attended, exhibited and report from the Orange County Convention Center for Together Again Expo 2020. Abbreviated show with more coming on the show next week!
IAEE's David Dubois, SISO's David Audrain and Freeman's Sue Sung speak on The Go Live Together Program, updates on successes and plans for the future of the program. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
The Expo Group's Todd Carruth talks about the newest tool for determining parameters for spacing at trade shows and events with their new Online Measurement Tool and speaks on its use and advantages to event planners. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
IAEE's David Dubois, SISO's David Audrain and Freeman's Sue Sung speak on The Go Live Together Program, updates on successes and plans for the future of the program and The Expo Group's Todd Carruth talks about the newest tool for determining parameters for spacing at trade shows and events with their new Online Measurement Tool and speaks on its use and advantages to event planners. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Freeman's Bob Chain joins Mike to talk about show and events and what is happening now with pivoting to Virtual, using what we know to keep business afloat and more. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Many states are seeing new laws to effect July 1, 2020 which affect trade show and event business as well as many businesses. Rob Wilson from Employco shares these in this Rapid Fire Segment. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Employco's Rob Wilson joins the Rapid Fire Segment to share up to date law changes across the nation which took effect July 1, 2020 and Freeman's Bob Chain, host of the R_C_Squared Podcast talks about pivoting, virtual and new trends in this new business normal. Don and Mike talk Together Again Expo, Masks, GBAC Star ratings and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
The title of his LinkedIN article says it all ... and Raymond speaks with Mike about the issues at hand and the fact that while other countries are coming together to revamp the show and event world, the US is seemingly shutting it down. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Update on Impact of COVID-19 on US B2B Exhibition Organizations is a recent survey done by CEIR and Nancy shares some of the hot spots from the survey in this Rapid Fire session. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Sound Bites from the CEIR, Center for Exhibition Industry Research, webinar this week with Nancy Drapeau, VP of Research at CEIR as she shares the results of the second quarter survey entitled CEIR June Update on Impact of COVID-19 on US B2B Exhibition Organizations. Also, Mike talks with Raymond Bianchi, former VP of Events and Business Development for Hanover Fairs USA who goes into detail regarding an article written and shared on Linked IN entitled USA has no Plan on Reopening Trade Shows and it is a Problem. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com … call the show Toll Free at 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
Brent speaks with Mike about the new pivoting going on in the marketplace today with very large company clients like Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Salesforce, Uber, and many more. Centering on mostly the new hybrid application of live and virtual ... along with the challenges ahead.
Brent Turner from OPUS Agency talks with Mike about large clients pivoting for their experiential world, Together Again Expo updates for July 24 in Orlando, and IFES World Virtual Meeting hacked with porn! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mark talks with Mike about the Orlando Convention Center's latest updates on GBAC certification, events resuming and the future of the OCCC with changes made and the hope that we will resume business in a short period of time. Also very important information on the Together Again Expo coming up in July at the OCCC
Mike speaks with James on airlines, rental car, restaurants and hotel trends with his recent trip to Las Vegas this week ... important for travelers to hear at this time.
Mark talks to Mike from the Orlando based Convention Center regarding the updates on GBAC certification, upcoming events and the restarting of the exhibition/event industry and James speaks on his travels this week to Las Vegas and Atlanta, sharing his experiences of plane, hotel, restaurants and rental cars ... TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mark Stross, Chief Technology Officer for ANC (anc.com) speaks about the grim reality which indicates that this may be a longer recovery than most are thinking for events and also the mix of Virtual and Live events will be not what people are expecting.
Julie Kagy, Director of Operations for ESCA talks to Mike about the recently released HEALTH & SAFETY GUIDANCE report for contractors to resume events
Julie Kagy, Director of Operations for ESCA talks to Mike about the recently released HEALTH & SAFETY GUIDANCE report for contractors to resume events and Mark Stross, Chief Technology Officer for ANC (anc.com) speaks about the grim reality which indicates that this may be a longer recovery than most are thinking for events and also the mix of Virtual and Live events will be not what people are expecting. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Jim promotes the recent and upcoming webinars from industry leaders on the EACA website during a Rapid Fire segment.
Mike speaks with Roger on Exhibitions Day 2020 held virtually on June 3. Recaps the asks to Congress and Senate and looks ahead at the future for Trade Shows, Events, Tourism and the reopening of the economy.
EACA's Executive Director Jim Wurm talks about recent and upcoming Webinars on Industry Reopening and Voices in Advocacy's Roger Rickard recaps the 2020 Exhibitions Day Virtual event from this week. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Fern's CEO Aaron Bludworth speaks about Fern and their outlook from a COVID perspective and the return to Face to Face sooner than later. Also speaks about recent travel and how not much has changed on that front. Positive outlooks and perspectives on this interview.
Earlier this week we learned of the passing of Sam Arjune, RIP and condolences to her family ... Aaron Bludworth, CEO of Fern Expo talks about COVID, Past, present and future thoughts and Don and Mike banter on ZOOM Fatigue. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Larry and Richard talk with Mike about the new virtual world in trade shows and events along with speculation on the new normal. More COVID news and association updates ... TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Chris Griffin from Crew XP and EDPA/EACA Boards speaking on taking part in Exhibitions Day 2020 Virtual Meetings June 3, 2020 ... register at https://exhibitionsday2020.streampoint.com/ TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Chris Kappes from Live Marketing speaks on Face to Face and Virtual Collision in the Event Space and Stephen Benedetti talks Germany and Europe during COVID-19 ... TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Vince comes on The Rapid Fire to talk about trends, reschedules and the future from his perspective on The Extra! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Fred talks with Mike for Rapid Fire and explores the new normal, virtual and Face to Face expectations and benefits to be seen for the future. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
EDPA Executive Director Dasher Lowe comes on the show to answer questions and updates everyone for what is going on during COVID-19 and the ramp up which will hopefully come soon! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
David Dubois answers Rapid Fire questions about COVID-19 and Lev Promotions Rama Beerfas talks about companies and their need to line their promotional giveaway and activities with their event goals and much more on this edition of Don and Mike. Over 100K listens to date for the show! DonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Rapid Fire Guest Joe Bocherer from the Georgia World Congress Center Authority speaks about the GWCCA, their current state and future plans through the pandemic and Candy Adams shares a dozen or so points about the industry we should look at when coming out of these pandemic days. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don speaks with Jake about Zig Zibit's path so far in COVID-19 and what they think will happen for the future. Rebounding is hopeful so stay ready! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
https://www.theexhibitionguy.com ... Stephan joins Mike for a set of Rapid Fire questions about the current situation in Ireland and what his outlook is for the future!
Strong Productions Randi Strong (strongproductions.com) talks to Mike about life from being a dancer to becoming a leading agency in LA for choreography, dance talent, and talent for Events. Also known for the infamous BUTT DANCE from So You Think You Can Dance from season 5. Great incite on the business and future.
Strong Productions owner Randi Strong talks about her experience on So You Think You Can Dance all the way to owning her own LA based Production Company (strongproductions.com)and Ireland's "The Exhibition Guy" Stephan Murtagh sits down for a Rapid Fire session on the Extra! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Rhiannon and Andres chat with Don about what they are enacting to make it through this time of COVID-19 and what their opinions are for the come back of Trade Shows and Events
Co Owner of The Bench in LA Jen Houston answers some pointed questions regarding the trend and expected come back of business post-COVID-19 ... TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don interviews Rhiannon and Andrew about life at Steelhead these days, what they are doing to stay on their toes during COVID-19 and Jen Houston from The Bench Agency in LA talks Rapid Fire style with Mike about the Gig Economy during these times! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
VP of Trade Show Services Chuck Michel from EliteXpo talks to Mike about conditions in Middle America, (St Louis that is) and ideas on the rebound for the industry ... Don and Mike chat current topics ... Come be a part of the show! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com ... Chucks blog is at https://www.elitexpo.com/ts/home/blog/
Happy Easter Weekend, from The Don and Mike Show, Don takes the days off while we have an ENCORE interview with Dan Greene of Nolan Advisory Services with great information about COVID-19 and the future outlook ... Mike sits down and shares 10 things he is reminded of during this time in life that none of us have ever experienced before. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Live Marketing's Anne Trompeter and Liz Nacron speak about the new virtual aspects happening during the COVID-19 environment, making virtual come to life where possible and keeping the show moving on! Shawn Gerrity chats a bit with Don about the possible scenarios of bounceback and SUPER MOON time! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Live Marketing's Anne Trompeter and Liz Nacron speak about the new virtual aspects happening during the COVID-19 environment, making virtual come to life where possible and keeping the show moving on! Shawn Gerrity chats a bit with Don about the possible scenarios of bounceback and SUPER MOON time! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Olympus, with three locations in the US, has converted their facilities to making masks and face shields for the public. Great feel good interview during this time period! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Don speaks with Dan Greene from Nolan Advisory Services about the short and long term impact of these circumstances within trade shows and events. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and YourEventAudio.com
Olympus COO Jason Ahart talks about transitioning his plant to creating PPE equipment including masks (here is the link to how they are made for reference= https://www.delve.com/assets/documents/OPEN-SOURCE-FACE-SHIELD-DRAWING-v1.PDF Dan Greene speaks on businesses now and in the future as a result of COVID-19 consequences. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Chris talks with Don and Mike about the reality of Japan, Asia as a whole, business, bounce back and more!
ESCA's SEC Conference is cancelled, but getting ready for ramp up and the Winter Awards Ceremony at the end of the year!
Idea International's President Chris Dorn from Japan updates Don and Mike on the current state of business and economy at this time, Larry and Julie talk about the cancellation of SEC but planning for the remainder of the year and Circle TPR CEO Shawn Garrity drops in to give a Vegas based shout out to the EXTRA! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Rob Wilson for Employco discusses the main issues on the forefront with Covid-19 and how companies should react and Paco Collazo from Happy Projects talks about the status in Mexico and IFES updates and the view from his world south of us! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Tony talks with Mike about what to do doing this time of quarantine and pandemics to prepare for the future and be busy now and effective in the market.
Jim talks with Mike about the current status of COVID-19 and updates what is happening in the industry.
The Don and Mike Show Extra is back! Sounding board for the Industries of Trade Show, Event and Experiential Marketing! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com Let us know if you want to come on the show!
Nancy talks to Mike about the expected and probable impact that COVID-19 will have on the industries and overall economy ... great information, share with your colleagues
Dasher speaks to the cancellation of ExhibitorLive, the plans moving forward and what the association is working on to assist in the recovery
EDPA's Dasher Lowe talks COVID-19 and the trade show and event industry, Nancy Drapeau, VP of Research at CEIR shares the latest study and the impact on the economy, Don and Mike announce the show moving back to twice a week until further notice Tuesday and Fridays, TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
This week is a blur of downside news regarding the industries we serve and the COVID-19 issues. We also talk to Teeg Stouffer from the AAEP newly formed organizations for Brand Ambassadors within the Experiential Marketing Industry! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Mike talks with David about the Corona Virus and it's impact on trade shows and events, where we are now and where we should go in the immediate future.
Industry Veteran Joe Houle talks about the challenges of selling to C-Suite level executives in Trade Show and Event Businesses. Don breaks down the obstacles with Joe and sheds light on moving forward with that level of selling.
IAEE President and CEO David Dubois talks about the association's position of the Corona Virus while Joe Houle speaks in the challenges of selling to C-Suite Clientele. Don and Mike say goodbye to Industry Veteran Kraig Shetler who passed away this week and also break down concerns within show cancellations and event postponements and how it will affect businesses. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Bob and Lisa talk to Don about hot projects going on outside of the box ... advise for people in the industry now and more! TheDonAndMikeShow,net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Bob Padget and Lisa Petty from Circle TPR talk about projects outside of the traditional box while Julie and Mitt advise on WIS updates and the Summer Educational Conference coming up in June! TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
Bob and Lisa have been doing Outside the Box Projects for year's and discusses these styles with Don for this week's show!
Summer Education Conference registration information with Julie Kagy and Mitt Arnaudet with Workers Identification System news and updates!
Circle TPR's Bob Padgett and Lisa Petty talk about projects outside of the box that makes the industry special and Mitt and Julie talk ESCA's Summer Educational Conference coming up in June in Asheville, NC! Check it out at TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
We are a day late, but a great interview between Josh Bevans and Don on a complete review of Euroshop 2020. We are back on Friday next week! Catch episodes at TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com
We are a day late ... Sorry! Euroshop complete review here this week. Back to normal time next week! TheDonAndMikeShow.net
With states enacting new laws allowing marijuana in society from both a medicinal and recreational standpoint, companies will need to review their policies and handbooks accordingly. Rob Wilson gives viable tips on what to do with this new societal change we are seeing and how to protect the company when faced with issues centering on marijuana.
The Booth Mom rejoins the show this week to discuss recent issues at major shows with Bad, Misspelled and ineffective graphics. She sets up important review points to assure the client's display is not only correct in spelling but effective to attendees.
Rob Wilson, CEO of Employco, discusses the latest in regards to marijuana in states where legalized and what companies need to do with their handbooks and policies. Candy Adams comes back this week with major important tips on avoiding bad graphics with many mistakes. Don is traveling to Germany for Euroshop and talks about what is going on and Don and Mike talk Corona Virus and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net
In April of 2019, Candy Adams spoke to Don and Mike about Bait and Switch issues with some providers within the industry ... great encore play of this interview for 2020! TheDonAndMikeShow.net
Don speaks to Shawn about the upcoming event in Las Vegas and how challenging it is to put on such an event. TheDonAndMikeShow.net
Candy Adams talks about Bait and Switch on billing from 2019 in an encore interview and Shawn Willis from 5 AM Global talks about her upcoming Breathe Health and Wealth Summit in Las Vegas. Don and Mike talk about current issues and Association News for EDPA, ESCA, IAEE and EACA. TheDonAndMikeShow.net
Jane talks with Mike about the latest California law making Independent Contractors W2 employees and the effect it may have on other states in the industries of trade shows and events. Why agencies should consider making the early move towards classifying workers as W2 versus 1099.
Tommy Blitsch talks to Mike regarding the Double Deck permitting debacle in Las Vegas, how it got started and hopefully where it will end this week!
Tommy Blitsch, CEO at Teamsters Local 631 in Las Vegas talksg with Mike Morrison regarding the Clark County Double Deck issues for permitting and answers inquiries about the subject while CEO Jane Gentry of Fusion Event Staffing/J Williams Agency addresses the latest California legislation on Independent Contractors moving to a W2 status and its effects on the industry. Don and Mike talk about upcoming events and latest news. TheDonAndMikeShow.net
Larry talks to Mike about his second edition of the book regarding the do's and don'ts when visiting a new country for a trade show. What are the right things to do and mistakes to avoid.
Chris takes time out at EDPA Access to speak on the launch of ExhibitsHub.com and the new disruption that will happen in trade show displays for the future.
Chris Kappes from ExhibitsHub.com joins Don and Mike at 2019 EDPA Access in Tucson to shed light on changes and trends for his business which started in 2019 and Larry Kulchawik, author if Tradeshows from One Country to the Next (2nd Edition) spells out the latest information for professionals who travel abroad and want to know more about a country and it's culture. Don and Mike banter on CoronaVirus, Boeing's 777/9 and other topics ... TheDonAndMikeShow.net
Valerie talks about her company and trends to Don and Mike at Expo Expo 2019 in Las Vegas.
Convention Electric CEO Valerie Ortiz talks with Don and Mike at Expo Expo in Las Vegas about the industry and convention/event work as of late. The trends with a small/medium size contractor and the outlook for 2020. Don and Mike summarize poll questions, latest news. Catch it all at TheDonAndMikeShow.net
A past guest on the show, Tony sits in at EDPA Access and recaps the Silent Auctions for 2019 and talks 2020 as well.
Kari Rice spoke with Don and Mike at Expo Expo in Las Vegas about her company's role with associations, challenges she has and how that sector of the industry looks for the future.
Don and Mike interview Tony Rissley from ExpoAuctions.com after successful silent auction campaigns with CEIR at Expo Expo and EDPA Access for the EDPA Foundation. Also an interview with Kari Rice from Federal Conference regarding her challenges with associations to create a positive environment and outcome for conferences and meetings. A good set of interviews for disruption in the industries for this week. TheDonAndMikeShow.net and ExhibitCityNews.com for feedback!
Dasher Lowe from EDPA speaks to Don and Mike about 2019, what's coming for 2020 and the benefits for being a part of EDPA
Gary Minter discusses with Mike the value and requirements for CEM certification (Certified in Exhibition Management®)and why it is never too late to obtain
Gary Minter from Modern Expo and Events explains CEM certification that he achieved this past year and that it is never too late to accomplish. Dasher Lowe from EDPA talks about 2020, changes in the organization and also developments to better the organization in 2020. TheDonAndMikeShow.net for feedback!
Jane sits down with Don and Mike at EDPA Access 2019 and talks about her newest venture with Fusion and how 2020 will look for the event staffing world.
Rob and Griffen speak about their business review for 2019 and their expected growth plan for 2020 and the newest updates from Employco with Don and Mike
Rob and Griffen Wilson from Employco USA on 2019-20 and reviewing a great year with more things to come in the new year and Fusion Event Staffing's CEO and EDPA Access Keynote speaker Jane Gentry talk with Don and Mike about sales and management. Review of 2019 and holding on for 2020! TheDonAndMikeShow.net for the new poll question and to give feedback ... 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
James talks about the California CARE tax on trade show and event carpet ... good one to listen to and take notes on.
Mike Boone from Coastal International wins the 2019 Ambassador of the Year Award from EDPA. Mike and Norm Friedrich from Octanorm grill Mike on memories and more!
Coastal International's Mike Boone interviewed at EDPA Access in Tucson after winning Ambassador of the Year Award, with co-commentary from Octanorm North America's Norm Friedrich joining in. Brumark Vp of Sales James Zacharias speak's to the CARE tax on California Trade Show and Event Carpet. Don and Mike banter a little bit on various topics ... Catch it at ExhibitCityNews.com and TheDonAndMikeShow.net
EACA Executive Director Jim Wurm on the Las Vegas Double Deck decisions ... candid discussion regarding the initial reports from Clarke County - Las Vegas rules
Jeanie Brei from ExhibitCityNews.com shares the play by play from the meeting between Clarke County Building Permits Division and Major Players in the Trade Show Industry regarding Double Deck permitting rules
Double Decks in Las Vegas is the flavor of the week(s) lately ... complete coverage here and on ExhibitCityNews.com ... Jim Wurm and Jeanie Brei talk about the early meetings while Don and Mike wrap it up at the end ... Association updates as well!
Marc Kaminetsky spoke with Mike at Expo Expo regarding the area near Philly where events can be held and still close enough to the action, yet far enough away to avoid chaos! Check out the interview here from IAEE's Expo Expo!
Donald Contursi spoke with Mike regarding one of the hottest experiences on the Las Vegas strip as well as other locations ... high end Food Tours to several restaurants makes it a dynamite experiential business ... listen to him now!
Mike takes listeners back to the best sound bites from 2019 as Don and Mike get ready for both IAEE Expo Expo and EDPA Access 2019.
Interview Only ... Doug Rawady from GetLeadBlaster.com talks about the importance of email strategy for business ... the dos and don'ts for mass emailing and avoiding spam issues.
Doug Rawady from GetLeadBlaster.com talks about the importance of email strategy for business ... the dos and don'ts for mass emailing and avoiding spam issues.
Doug Rawady and Mike talk about Email issues in today's marketing world and how negative email strategy not only is not effective but causes unwanted chaos for industries. Don and Mike talk Las Vegas, new ECN on the shelves, and association updates for IAEE, EDPA, ESCA and EACA
Mike McDaniel from GIST Specialties speaks with Don about the wide array of custom builds they have done for many years. From events to trade shows and permanent to temporary ... Gist in Las Vegas has a wide array of custom ideas and offerings.
Glen is from the Atlanta area and Mike has had his book for about 10 years ... they talk about the book's content and how it relates to business today.
Glen Gould (glengould.net) speaks on his book 101 Networking Nuggets, reminders of things to be a better networker in the business world and Mike McDaniel from Gist Specialties in Las Vegas talks on specialty builds for events and trade shows ... Don and Mike hash out Best/Worse Airports, Working remotely and Thursday NFL fights! TheDonAndMikeShow.net
Justin Brown from BigMarker joins us and speaks to being the leader in the most recent G2.com poll for user-friendly webinar software as well as video-based software. Answers the questions as to why webinars have made a major jump in business mix of marketing and training tools.
Justin Brown, COO of BigMarker, a leader in webinar and video software joins the show to speak about the phenomenon of webinars in today's business world, New Double Deck rules in Vegas is discussed as well as the business outlook for 2020 and Association news in this week's show
Opus Agency Event Operations Manager Michael Layton discusses the necessity for companies to incorporate more inclusion and diversity for events in today's time.
Chris Morrison, Mike's son, talks with Mike at lunch over the OK Boomer syndrome and how his company, Carter's Clothing, handles the challenge of generational mindsets, inclusion and diversity
Don and Mike talk about the new war between Millenials and Baby Boomers, Dasher Lowe from EDPA talks 2019 Access updates and changes moving forward, Micahel Layton speaks on event industry inclusion and diversity and Don and Mike march towards 60,000 plus listens of the show!
CEO of Circle TPR Shawn Garrity speaks with Don about business and trends these days. The Circle TPR team delivers a full range of expertise with a proven track record on a wide array of projects. Whether the team is taking the creative lead or they are working with agency partners, rave reviews can be expected.
Mike is in Dallas, TX for Printing United and talks about the good, bad and ugly there, including issues prior to the show, Shawn Garrity from Circle TPR in Las Vegas talks to Don about the industry and more!
Julie and Mitt talk about this past summer's SEC Conference and the upcoming one in Ashville, NC as well as the upcoming Winter Awards in Las Vegas in December in conjunction with Expo Expo.
Don interviews Joe regarding the challenges of sales, pipeline challenges, and more on overall sales strategies in the industry
Updated ESCA news, Exhibition Services and Contractors Association with Julie Kagy and Mitt Arnaduet and Joe Houle speaks on sales strategies, pipeline and other sales tactics which work.
Expo Expo for IAEE is coming in December in Las Vegas and Scott shares all the great activities coming to that event at Mandalay Bay !
Candy Adams speaks on the do's and don'ts when it comes to Trade Show Booth or Event Booth staffing. This is a good one to share with your team!
The Booth Mom, Candy Adams talks about Dos and Don'ts in the Boothmanship game at trade shows, Scott Craighead from IAEE speaks about everything going on at Expo Expo for 2019, Don and Mike highlight the poll results, stories, and Association News from IAEE, EDPA, ESCA, and EACA.
Complete Show from the 2019 Randy Smith Memorial Golf Classic... Interviews galore...hot and humid day ... sweating bullets ... smells like hell ... worth every minute!
Expo Auctions' owner Tony Rissley talks with Mike about helping out with the 25th Annual Randy event in Braselton
Bernie Massett sits down with Mike and talks The Randy and the industry moving into the Live Marketing world and other trends
EACA Executive Director and RSMGC lead Jim Wurm talks about the events for this year and updates from EACA
Steve Johnson from Rennesaince Management, brother to Rich Johnson, talks about what "The Randy" means to him!
Ted Peterson, Co-founder of The Randy 25 years ago talks about the evolution of the event
Rich Johnson, co-founder of the Randy Smith Memorial Golf Classic talks about the 25-year event and all the occurrences which have an impact on the industry
This is the interview segment with Rich on the 25th annual Randy Smith Memorial Golf Classic
Mike is solo on this one after being in the Bahamas all week and in Orlando to record. Rich Johnson talks about the 25th annual event coming this Friday in Atlanta. Golf is full but spots open for the banquet at rsmgc.org ...AND ... we are over 50,000 listens for Don and Mike!
CEIR's Nancy Drapeau, Vice President of Research, shares the latest survey results on impact to trade shows due to the China tariffs! A MIUST LISTEN!
Rob speaks with Mike Morrison from The Don and Mike Show about the Foundation's work and goals and accomplishments so far in 2019!
Nancy Drapeau from CEIR talks about CEIR's Predict Survey Results regarding the impact tariffs are having on trade shows, Rob Cohen from Display Supply and Lighting and the EDPAF on raising money for the foundation and the industry...Don and Mike talk about Area 51, Logan Airport, and Waffle House!
Candy Adams "The Booth Mom" talks about the differences between RFI, RFP, and RFQ ... why they are important in their own right and why so many companies blow business opportunities by not knowing how to handle each of these!
Time Stamps for this Show:
SMT EXPO = :25 – 1:03 ExhibitCityNews.com News blast = 1:04 – 2:45 EDPA NEWS = 3:06 – 5:17 ESCA NEWS = 5:18 – 7:15 EACA NEWS = 7:16 – 8:27 IAEE NEWS = 8:28 – 10:36 The Randy News = 10:37 – 12:47 Don and Mike talk TSA Clearance, Pennies are useless, LVCVA staff charged for theft, Poll Results and Temps still Hades-like. = 12:48 – 27:27 YourEventAudio.com = 27:28 – 27:57 Candy Adams Interview RFI, RFP, and RFQ session= 27:58 – 1:15:57 SMT EXPO = 1:15:58 – 1:16:37 YourEventAudio.com Tour Guide Equipment = 1:16:38 – 1:17:28 Jen Houston Interview on Independent Contractor moving to employee status in California = 1:17:29 – 1:31:43 Trade Show Calendar at TheDonAndMikeShow.net = 1:31:44 – 1:32:17 Don and Mike wrap up = 1:32:18 – 1:37:30
Time Stamps for this show:
SMT EXPO = :26 – 1:03 ExhibitCityNews.com News Blast = 1:04 – 2:48 YourEventAudio.com Tour guide Equipment = 2:49 – 3:39 IAEE NEWS = 2:50 – 6:50 EDPA NEWS = 6:51 – 9:30 ESCA NEWS = 9:31 – 10:40 EACA NEWS = 10:41 – 12:01 THE RANDY NEWS = 12:02 – 13:33 DON AND MIKE talk Road Rage, Poll Results, Cobo Center Rename, EDPA Bowling and Dorian continued = 13:34 – 29:51 SMT EXPO = 29:52 – 30:33 YourEventAudio.com = 30:34 – 31:03 Fred Zimmerman – http://getsynchronicity.com/ = 31:04 – 57:30 Tradeshow Calendar at TheDonAndMikeShow.net = 57:31 – 58:04 Mike McAllen from Podcast for Associations = 58:05 – 1:22:14 Email the Show! = 1:22:14 – 1:22:54 Don and Mike wrap up = 1:22:55 – 1:27:26
Time Stamps for this week's show:
SMT EXPO = :25 – 1:02 YourEventAudio.com Tour Guide Equipment = 1:03 – 1:54 ExhibitCityNews.com News blast = 1:55 – 4:01 EACA NEWS = 4:02 – 5:35 EDPA NEWS = 5:36 – 8:05 ESCA NEWS = 8:06 – 9:00 IAEE NEWS = 9:01 – 10:59 THE RANDY NEWS = 11:00 – 12:40 Don and Mike on Trolling Poll Results, Disruptive Dorian, China Relations/Tariffs Continue to Escalate = 12:41 – 25:14 SMT EXPO = 24:15 – 25:56 YourEventAudio.com = 25:57 – 26:25 Ryan Schefke from LeadLiaison.com = 26:26 – 50:29 Trade Show Calendar on TheDonAndMikeShow.net = 50:30 – 51:02 Tony Rissley from ExpoAuctions.com = 51:03 – 1:10:15 New Toll-Free Number 1-833-366-2636 = 1:10:16 – 1:10:36 Don and Mike wrap up = 1:10:37 – 1:15:36
Time Stamps for this show:
:25 – 1:05 = SMT EXPO 1:06 - 3:05 = ExhibitCityNews.Com News blast 3:06 – 3:38 = Trade Show Calendar 4:00 – 5:26 = ESCA News 5:27 – 8:36 = IAEE/CEIR News 8:37 – 10:10 = EACA News 10:11 – 13:27 = EDPA News 13:28 – 15:23 = The Randy News and Updates 15:24 - 38:37 = Don and Mike on Get Out of the Gutter Event for The Randy and The Art of Trolling 38:39 – 39:15 = SMT EXPO 39:16 – 40:07 = YourEventAudio.com Tour guide equipment 40:08 – 1:05:22 = Diane Conklin from CompleteMarketingSystems.com 1:05:23 – 1:05:52 = YourEventAudio.com 1:05:53 – 1:11:45 = Don and Mike Wrap Up
Time Stamps for Today's Show:
:25 – 1:02 = SMT Expo 1:03 – 2:52 = ExhibitCityNews.com News blast 2:53 – 3:44 = YourEventAudio.com Tour Guide Equipment 3:45 – 6:37 = EDPA News 6:38 – 8:03 = EACA News 8:04 – 10:00 = IAEE News 10:01 – 11:14 = The Randy News 11:15 - 23:44 = Don and Mike talk Strep Throat, PCC Exhibitor Rights Changes, 40 under 40 Contest, Gun Control Poll Results 23:45 – 24:25 = SMT Expo 24:25 – 24:55 = YourEventAudio.Com 24:56 – 45: 24 = James Wagoner from JouleCase.com 46:02 – 1:08:38 = Danny Orleans from CorporateMagicLTD.com 1:08:59 - 1:15:23 = Don and Mike Wrap Up and Cash Giveaway Coming Up!
Time Stamps for This week's Show: SMT EXPO = :26 – 1:05 ExhibitCityNews.com Newsblast = 1:06 – 3:05 YourEventAudio.com Tour Guide Equipment = 3:06 -3:57 EACA News = 3:58 – 5:25 EDPA News = 5:26 – 7:10 ESCA News = 7:11 – 8:45 IAEE News = 8:46 – 10:34 Randy Smith Foundation News = 10:35 – 11:50 Don and Mike on Shootings, Safety, School, and Side Hustles = 11:51 – 23:21 SMT EXPO = 23:22 – 24:00 YourEventAudio.com = 24:01 – 24:30 Mark Zimmerman interview on Charitable Work in Atlanta = 24:31 – 42:14 Trade Show Calendar on TheDonAndMikeShow.net = 42:15 – 42:48 Brandon Arvizu from IPPay Merchant Services in ESCA = 42:49 – 58:04 Toll Free Number for Don and Mike = 58:05 – 58:21 Email Don and Mike = 58:22 – 58:59 Don and Mike Wrap up = 59:00 – 1:03:24
Time Stamps for this show: :26 - 1:03 = SMT Expo 1:04 - 2:51 = ExhibitCityNews.com Newsblast 2:52 - 4:20 = EACA News 4:21 - 6:46 = EDPA News 6:47 - 8:21 = ESCA News 8:22 - 10:09 = IAEE News 10:10 - 11:26 = The Randy Updates 11:27 - 14:19 = Don and Mike at The Chicago Randy 14:20 - 15:10 = YourEventAudio.com Your Guide Equipment 15:31 - 27:52 = The Chicago Randy Interviews (Jackie Hake from Lighthouse Exhibits; Nancy Virene from Sho-Link; Max Maxwell from Hamilton Exhibits; Rick Pierson from Brumark; Cathy Kolf from Display Supply and Lighting) 27:53 - 28:33 = SMT Expo 28:34 - 29:03 = YourEventAudio.com 29:04 - 44:41 = MT Hickman from Richland College 44:51 - 50:48 = Don and Mike wrap up from The Chicago Randy
Time Stamps for this show: :26 - 1:05 = SMT EXPO 1:06 - 3:56 = ExhibitCityNews.com Newsblast 3:57 - 6:09 = EACA News 6:10 - 8:43 = IAEE News 8:44 - 10:43 - EDPA News 10:44 - 12:02 - The Randy Updates 12:03 - 21:06 = Don and Mike on Disney Permitting Updates and Don rafting in Chicago! 21:07 - 21:44 = SMT EXPO 21:45 - 22:35 = YourEventAudio.com Tourguide Equipment 22:36 - 42:00 - Todd Nall from Showbox Displays and Chad Nall from SETnique I/D Group with "You Know You're in Trade Show When ... 42:01 - 42:30 = YourEventAudio.com 42:31 - 55:24 - Brandy Gilman from CanWil Textiles 55:25 - 55:45 = 1-833-DON-ANDMIKE toll free number to call 55:46 - 56:18 = Trade Show Calender on TheDonAndMikeShow.net 56:19 - 1:00:15 = Don and Mike wrapup
Time Stamps for this week's show: :26 - 1:03 = SMT Expo 1:04 - 2:43 = ExhibitCityNews.com Newsblast 2:44 - 4:56 = EACA News 4:57 - 6:50 = IAEE News 6:51 - 8:10 = ESCA News 8:11 - 10:12 = EDPA News 10:13 - 11:33 = The Randy Update RSMGC.ORG 11:34 - 27:28 = Don and Mike on Disney Permits and CES New Rules 27:29 - 28:10 = SMT Expo 28:11 - 28:40 YourEventAudio.com 28:41 - 55:45 = Candy Adams on Fire Precautions 55:46 - 56:19 = Trade show calender on TheDonAndMikeShow.net 56:20 - 1:09:01 = Boomer Commerce from ESCA SEC Conferece 1:09:38 - 1:15:10 = Don and Mike wrap up
Time Stamps for this week's show: :25 - 1:05 = SMT EXPO; 1:06 - 1:56 = YourEventAudio.com Tour/Presenters equipment; 1:57 - 3:33 = ExhibitCityNews.com Newsblast; 3:34 - 5:27 = IAEE News; 5:28 - 6:48 = ESCA News; 6:49 - 8:49 = EDPA News; 8:50 - 16:46 = Don and Mike talk Orlando, Canada and California; 16:47 - 17:19 = Trade Show Calendar; 17:20 - 33:09 = Adam Hudson from Reliable Education / Amazon; 33:10 - 33:47 = SMT EXPO; 33:48 - 34:18 = YourEventAudio.com; 34:19 - 52:29 = Vince Ovist from Trade & Show Manufacturing; 53:06 - 1:00:18 = Don and Mike wrapup
Timestamps for this week's show:
:26 - 1:04 = SMT Expo 1:05 - 1:56 = YourEventAudio.com Tour Guide System 1:57 - 3:31 = ExhibitCityNews.com Newsblast 3:32 - 6:29 = EDPA News 6:30 - 7:04 = IAEE News 7:05 - 15:24 = Don and Mike on 2nd Anniversary and RSMGC 25th year! 15:25 - 15:57 = Trade Show Calender at TheDonAndMikeShow.net 15:58 - 16:35 = SMT Expo 16:36 - 17:06 = YourEventAudio.com 17:07 - 45:20 = Rich Johnson from RSMGC.org 45:21 - 45:41 = Toll Free 1-833-366-2636 for Don and Mike Show 45:42 - 59:33 = Sonny Goyal from ABCOMrents 59:34 - 1:00:11 = Sponsorship for Don and Mike Show 1:00:12 - 1:00:47 = Email Don and Mike Show 1:00:48 - 1:07:34 = Don and Mike wrap up
Time Stamps for today's Show from ESCA SEC 2019 in Santa Fe, NM
0:26 - 1:04 = SMT EXPO 1:05 - 3:31 = ExhibitCityNews.com Newsblast People on the Move 3:32 - 4:05 = Tradeshow Calender on TheDonAndMikeShow.net 4:06 - 16:40 = Don and Mike with Don Lyon Matrix Systems USA 16:41 - 17:10 = YourEventAudio.com 17:11 - 17:50 = SMT EXPO 17:51 - 33:25 = Mark Zimmerman, Zimmerman Consulting 34:03 - 41:10 = Don and Mike wrap up from ESCA SEC 2019
Timestamps for today's show: :26 - 1:06 = SMT EXPO 1:07 - 2:33 = ExhibitCityNews.com Newsblast 2:34 - 3:57 = IAEE Updates 3:58 - 5:03 = EDPA Updates 5:04 - 5:42 = ESCA Updates 5:43 - 15:25 = Don and Mike on Summertime, Poll question results and today's topics 15:26 - 15:55 = YourEventAudio.com 15:56 - 16:34 = Sponsorship for The Don and Mike Show 16:35 - 37:56 = Candy Adams Interview 37:57 - 38:29 = Tradeshow Calender on TheDonAndMikeShow.net 38:30 - 39:10 = SMT EXPO 39:11 - 53:59 = Amanda Helgemoe Interview 54:55 - 1:01:13 = Don and Mike Wrap up
Time Stamps for this week's show: 0:25 - 1:03 = SMT EXPO 1:04 - 2:34 = ExhibitCityNews.com Newsblast 2:56 - 4:10 = EACA News 4:11 - 5:56 = EDPA News 5:57 - 7:01 = ESCA News 7:02 - 8:08 = Randy Smith Memorial Updates 8:09 - 10:01 = IAEE News 10:02 - 16:47 = Don and Mike talk about poll results, upcoming conferences, Fathers Day and more 16:48 - 17:17 = YourEventAudio.com 17:18 - 17:50 = Tradeshow Calender at TheDonAndMikeShow.net 17:51 - 38:44 = Interview with Iggy Rosenberg / Lightswitch.net 38:45 - 39:25 = SMT EXPO 39:26 - 58:46 = Roger Rickard from Voices In Advocacy and Micole Bowman, VP of Marketing and Communications at IAEE interview 59:23 - 1:06:00 = Don and Mike wrap up
Important Time Stamps for the show:
1:22 - 3:30 = ExhibitCityNews.com Newsblast 3:31 - 4:45 = EACA News 4:46 - 6:31 = EDPA News 6:32 - 7:36 = ESCA News 7:37 - 8:45 = Randy Smith Memorial Golf Classic Updates 8:46 - 16:14 = Don and Mike recap the week of events 17:19 - 31:27 = Reid Sherwood from the Randy Smith Memorial Golf Classic Board of Directors 32:28 - 47:51 - Exhibitions Day Interviews from Washington with Brad Falberg, Lynn Reves, Sue McCart and Dave Flory 48:27 - 58:30 - Don and Mike wrap up
Tim Searle of DEX Exhibit Systems talks about the latest in technology from a two-story deck and wall system focus, along with associational news updates and a focus on Exhibitions Day next week! Time Stamps below for this week's show:
1:03 - 2:10 = Randy Smith Memorial Updates 2:11 - 5:13 = EDPA Updates 5:14 - 6:37 = ESCA News 6:38 - 8:27 = IAEE News 8:28 - 9:43 = EACA News 9:44 - 11:44 = Exhibit City News Newsblast - People on the Move 11:45 - 21:19 = Don and Mike on ECEF wrap up, Exhibitions Day next week, IMD Rankings released, Tariffs and Business News 22:35 - 57:04 = Tim Searle interview 58:17 - 1:04:27 = Don and Mike wrap up with future show information and contact at TheDonAndMikeShow.net
This week's lineup: 1:37 - 4:31 = ExhibitCityNews.com Newsblast 6:58 - 11:47 = LVCC People Mover Approved 11:48 - 14:12 = Baltimore/Municipalities Computers Hacked 16:50 - 39:35 = Kraig Shetler interview from EMS
TheDonAndMikeShow.net for our latest poll question ...
Of the topics being discussed at Exhibitions Day in DC ... which is most important to you?
Secure Travel Partnership Act of 2019 (H.R. 1996) JOLT Act of 2019 (H.R. 2187) Investing in America’s Infrastructure Protecting Brand USA
The final show for EXTRA has arrived ... we will be back to one show each week starting Friday and each Friday afterward. News and Association Updates will continue to take place on the Friday shows and each show will have a time stamp as to each section of the show and when a certain part starts and stops. TheDonAndMikeShow.net has a new Poll Question ... answer it today!
Dasher Lowe from EDPA updates Don and Mike on future endeavors including Engage in June and Experiential trends, Kelli Liles from Old Dominion shares industry updates from freight and OD's Sports Marketing division. Don and Mike talk about experiential, what's next in that world, upcoming events and more. TheDonAndMikeShow.net
$300,000+ Damage to a large LED WALL at Mandalay Bay Event Center, Experiential Marketing Summit at Ceasars Palace this week and Association updates! TheDonAndMikeShow.net
Edlen's Julie and Zach talk about the latest on event and trade show electrical news, Don and Mike hash out the Uber/Lyft strike (or attempt for one) CVS kiosks in Convention Centers, Exhibitions Day, new publication out for ECN highlighting ACE AWARDS and more! TheDonAndMikeShow.net
Uber and Lyft to strike in major cities tomorrow, Does AirBnB make sense as well as TURO? Exhibitions Day sign-ups continue and the latest from associations on The Don and Mike Show EXTRA! TheDonAndMikeShow.net
The burial of Don and Mike Show Jingles take place today on our show and Mike talks with Glenn Diehl from Genesis Exhibits in Manhatten on current trends in his market. Check out the website TheDonAndMikeShow.net for new polls questions and give us feedback on the show.
The Booth Mom is laying down the 411 on General Contractor/Show Management ShowKits with too many passwords for the services offered as well as the Bait and Switch Game for companies offering displays and services. Don and Mike talk about Wireless electric versus wired services for Trade shows and events and more. TheDonAndMikeShow.NET ... answer the new poll question there now!
Association updates and news, an 18-year-old sues Apple for AI facial recognition mess up, Boeing 737 Max 8 receives big support from Southwest for future plane purchases and a lot of associational updates and more on this episode! TheDonAndMikeShow.NET to play along or call toll free 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
Sam Lippman from Lippman Connects talks to Don and Mike about the upcoming ECEF Conference and other upcoming conferences, Don and Mike hash out the topic of Texting in the Workplace which is now a poll question ... Easter and Earth Day on the discussion as well. TheDonAndMikeShow.NET
Up to date news from Associations, Don and Mike talk about Work Stress, Tiger Woods, and news that affects our work world! TheDonAndMikeShow.net!
Russ Klein, CEO of The American Marketing Association joins us to speak on many levels of marketing today, Don and Mike speak about the busy time of year, upcoming events and TheDonAndMikeShow.net new website!
Association news updates, Airlines suffer woes with flight cancellations and stock drops, Don and Mike in Miami together for this show. See the new website at www.TheDonAndMikeShow.net
Chris Kappes, founder of ExhibitsHub.com speaks on the new company launch and ideas behind the company while Mike is in Miami and Don in Argentina. Check the new website at www.TheDonAndMikeShow.net
The abbreviated version of the EXTRA during Spring Break ... don't forget to visit the website at www.thedonandmikeshow.net!
The Inside Tracks' Dave Sterne shares his latest offering to the Trade Show Industry ... a program entitled "Good Booth Gone Bad", sharing the ways companies can save money on mistakes which happen all too often on the trade show floor. Don and Mike share updates on Associations, Easter, Spring Break and Busy Season! TheDonAndMikeShow.net ... check out the new website for the show!
EXTRA this week focuses on a busy end of the first quarter 2019, news that affects travel in the industries and more! The new website at TheDonAndMikeShow.net
Stephen Benedetti from Heilmaier GmbH Messedesign joins Don and Mike to discuss International Exhibiting, Don and Mike elaborate on the 100th episode, 20,000 + listens and the brand new website for the show at www.thedonandmikeshow.net ... make sure you visit the site to learn more about Don and Mike Show Podcast!
Association updates and news, 20,000+ listens to the show, The new show website is live, and headlines! Call in and record a message for this Friday's 100th episode @ 1-833-366-2636 or 770-298-0695!
enVu's Jimmy Abraham and Dalton Jenkins share the project for EDPA; a virtual museum for the 65th-anniversary gathering in Tucson, AR at EDPA Access ... Don and Mike talk about grounding the 737 MAX planes and TSA pre-check renewals as a Public Service Announcement, 100th episode coming up next Friday and at 20,000 listens - the show is growing leaps and bounds like a St Patrick's Day leprechaun! St Patty's Day weekend! 1-833-366-2636 Toll-Free or TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com to play along! Our new website is almost ready as well!
The latest from the associations, and Don and Mike rant over crazy news during crazy times! Our new website is almost there! TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com and 1-833-366-2636 to participate in the show (Toll Free 1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
Mike interviews Amadeus Finlay in a hilarious fact-finding mission while Zach Rossetter talks about McNabb moving to the West Coast. The New Don and Mike Show Website prepares to launch and more! TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or Call Toll Free 1-833-366-2636 to participate in the shows!
Updated Association news, Headlines from Events Industry, #EXHIBITORLIVE wrap up, Ace Awards, New website coming, 100th Episode of The Don and Mike Show ... much more! TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com and 1-833-366-2636 (TOLL-FREE 1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
The Booth Mom Candy Adams talks to Don and Mike about the ongoing issues which keep her busy uncovering millions of dollars in mistakes and lost monies to clients ... Don and Mike wrap up EXHIBITORLIVE week and RIP Ed Mato ... you will be missed! 1-833-366-2636 or TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com to participate in the show!
Exhibit City News 2019 Ace Awards Program and Interviews on this special edition of The Don and Mike Show! Steve Daugherty from Nth Degree and Kevin McLaughlin from the Carpenters Union in Chicago talk with Mike about the awards and trends in the Labor Industry. 1-833-366-2636 or TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com to participate in the show!
Ace Award Winner Bill Muller speaks with Don about the award and ceremony coming up on Sunday, #ExhibitorLive kicks off Sunday and Snow on the Strip! TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or 10833-366-2636 to participate in the show!
EXHIBITORLIVE 2019 final news, Updates from Associations and the latest news headlines affecting Trade Shows, Events, and Experiential! Call us Toll Free 1-833-366-2636 or 770-298-0695 to participate in the shows or email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com!
Jeff Hannah from Global Exhibitor Podcast and Dana Freker Doody along with CoHost Todd Carruth from The Expo Group's Exposure Podcast talk about their experiences with an industry-related podcast and why they do it. Don and Mike hash out more governmental talk, Exhibitor updates and ACE Awards. TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com and Toll Free 1-833-366-2636 to play along!
More on the possibility of a government shutdown by the end of the week, headlines which affect Trade Shows, Events and Experiential as well as updated association news here! Call to participate in the show @ 770.298.0695 or 1.833.366.2636 or email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com
Georgia World Congress Center's Chief Commercial Officer, Joe Bocherer, speaks on Super Bowl in Atlanta wrap up and the future of the GWCCA, GetSynchronicity.com Fred Zimmerman talks on AR and Don and Mike speaks about trade shows moving to an every other year format in the US ... Pros and Cons ... TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com and Toll Free 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE) to give us feedback!
President Trump gives SOTU tonight, TLS bought out, Mike is a GrandPa, so many headlines here ... so hear them here! Toll Free 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE) or email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or newsdesk@ExhibitCityNews.com to give us your news to share!
Erik Waldman from the Georgia World Congress Center Authority discusses all things SuperBowl LIII in Atlanta this week! Don and Mike talk Superbowl, ExhibitorLive 2019, ACE Awards, Randy Smith and more!
The latest news from Trade Shows, Events and Experiential on ExhibitCityNews.com Toll Free 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE) to report news or TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com
Gary Prochorchik surprises Don and Mike in the ECN office in Las Vegas and speaks about travel and show photography, Ray Baum of Core Apps and Steven Hacker of SMT Expo conclude our interview series from IAEE EXPO EXPO. A lot of info in this episode ... TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com and Toll Free 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE) to play along!
Government Shutdown, Derse appoints new CEO, IAEE reaches out with an economic survey and much more news from the industries and associations. Email news to TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or Newsdesk@ExhibitCityNews.com or call toll free 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
Continuing interviews from 2018 IAEE EXPO EXPO with guests Michael Center from Scaled Agile and Steve Goldman from CORT Events. They speak on trends and changes in their event world. Don and Mike attend California EDPA Chapter Events and report from the Southern Cal and Northern Cal ... Randy Smith Las Vegas and Exhibitor Live updates as well. TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com and Toll Free 1-833-366-2636 to play along (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
Our weekly show for Don and Mike for news from Trade Shows, Events and Experiential Marketing industries as well as association focus updates and news. We need your association news each week as well as industry news each week for this ongoing Tuesday show! Email at TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or Call Toll Free 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
Mohegan Sun's John Washko and GameBuzz' Tom Clark joins Don and Mike this week to promote facilities and experiential outreach respectively. RIP Mary Ann Furnish, Trade Show Industry Veteran from California, EDPA Chapter meetings and ExhibitorLive 2019 and more on this week's show! TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com and Toll Free 1.833.366.2636 (1.833.DON.ANDMIKE)
Our inaugural show for Don and Mike for news from Trade Shows, Events and Experiential Marketing industries as well as association focus updates and news. We need your association news each week as well as industry news each week for this ongoing Tuesday show! Email at TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or Call Toll Free 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
We continue with our interviews from IAEE with David Dubois and Mitt Arnaduet and Julie Kagy with ESCA ... Don and Mike talk about 2019 kicking off, ACE Awards, Exhibitor Show, and more! New Don and Mike Show EXTRA starts on Tuesday January 8th!
The interview with the winner of the EDPA Ambassador of the Year Foundation Award - Rich Johnson
With over 10,000 listens in 2018 ... we took on the task to highlight the top 10 listened to shows for the year ... only 19 listens separated the top two! Be sure to like us and save a spot on your podcast listening station for 2019 when we start with two shows per week! TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or 1-833-366-2636 toll free to participate!
EDPA ACCESS 2018 Wrap up show with lots of interviews! IAEE Re-Cap and Big News for 2019 for our show! Rich Johnson, David Hofflich, Dasher Lowe, James Zacharias, Sandra Braun and Vince Battaglia speak on this show and Don returns from Japan ... 2019 is here ... are you ready? TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com and 1-833-366-2636 toll free to play along!
This show coming from Expo Expo in New Orleans from the show floor. Dana Esposito talks with us about schools supported by EDPA Foundation and the Mentor Program. Jenn Houston gives us information on the "gig economy" and "freelancers" for Activation staffing in the Experiential realm. Great show ... TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com to play along!
Don and Mike give away $2000 cash from the Expo Expo Show Floor ... Congratulations to Dalton Jenkins of EnVU, Jeff Provost from Pro Management for winning $500 each and Mark Zimmerman from Zimmerman Consulting LLC for winning $1000! Hear their interviews here! TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call 1-833-366-2636 toll free to play along!
EDPA President for 2019 Dave Flory from CORT Events and Author Larry Kulchawik step into the Don and Mike world to talk about ACCESS, 2019, goals for the coming year and Larry promotes his new book. Don and Mike recuperate and pack bags for New Orleans for Expo Expo next week and highlight the upcoming show's interviewees ... Play along at 1-833-366-2636 (Toll Free 1-833-DON-ANDMIKE) and at TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com Learn more about CORT Events at www.cortevents.com
EDPA Access this week in Naples, FL saw a record attendance and spoke with Jimmy Abraham from EnVU regarding Experiential and its impact on Trade Shows and Events, the good, bad and ugly! Don and Mike talk about the event and what is coming up with IAEE Expo Expo in New Orleans. Play along at TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call 1-833-366-2636 toll free (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
NuVista President and EDPA Board of Directors Member Amanda Helgemoe speaks with Don and Mike regarding the EDPA Access Not So Silent Auction coming next week in Naples, FL ... Don remembers Michael Altobelli from CEP who passed away this week, also Don and Mike celebrate Thanksgiving Week. The DonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or 1-833-366-2636 to particiapte!
David DuBois talks about the upcoming Expo Expo in New Orleans and other hot topics with IAEE, Dalton Jenkins and Don share Chicken shawarma stories, Don and Mike also highlight the problems with not checking your work to avoid costly errors and more! 1-833-366-2636 (Toll Free 1-833-DON-ANDMIKE) or TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com to participate and enter to win $2000!
Brendan Locker and Chelsea Earlywine from ATN Staffing, an experiential staffing agency speak on the topics of booth trafficking and Experiential implementation ... Don and Mike speak on midterms, latest Las Vegas news, midterms and more! Email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call 1-833-366-2636 to play along! Toll Free 1-833-DON-ANDMIKE
Mitt Arnaudet and Julie Kagy take time to highlight the Winter Award Celebration coming up on Dec. 10 in New Orleans prior to IAEE Expo Expo, Don and Mike talk about SEMA/AAPEX, Your Favorite Trade Show selection, VOTING on Tuesday and Time Changes! E mail TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com to participate or call Toll Free 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
EDPA's new Executive Director Dasher Lowe speaks with Don and Mike about the new organizational change, cold weather in the ATL rattles Mike while Don and Dalton host the Pre-SEMA BBQ Bash in Las Vegas! Be sure to reshare, listen and participate in the show to win your share of $2000 from Don and Mike! 1-866-366-2636 - Toll Free 1-833-DON-ANDMIKE - TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com
Don does an extensive interview with Jason on healthcare benefit costs, trends, what to look for to make the best cost decisions and more. Mike reports from SGIA 2018 in Las Vegas while Don is live in San Francisco at Moscone Center with news from their recent renovations. Email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com to participate
Rob Cohen, VP of Sales at Display Supply and Lighting talks about the China Tariffs and their effects on the industry. Don and Mike talk about the new FAA mandates, hurricane Michael and more. Email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call 1-833-DON-ANDMIKE to participate in the show and help promote the show to win a share of $2000!
The 24th Annual Randy Smith Memorial was the site of this week's show. Interviews with many who are the core of the event and we also speak with Brent Turner of Cramer Agency in Boston on the symmetries and trends with Experiential and Trade Shows/Events. Participate in the show! Email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
CEO of The Center for Exhibition Industry Research Cathy Breden joins the show to speak about the most recent CEIR Predict event, trends discussed and concerns for the industry in the next few years. Don and Mike talk about polarizing events of the week, ACE Awards, Randy Smith Memorial Golf Classic next week and much more! Email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call toll free 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE) to partiipate!
Rich Curran, President of ESCA, joins Don and Mike and talks about changes with the association. IMTS recap, Randy Smith Memorial updates, EDPA hires a new Executive Director and more on this week's show. Call 1-833-366-2636 and participate or email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com
Key points on this show: 0:25 - 1:38 = Introduction 1:38 - 3:47 = News Blast from ExhibitCityNews.com 3:47 - 4:44 = YourEventAudio.com 4:44 - 5:21 = Win $2000 from Don and Mike 5:21 - 15:24 = Don and Mike talk about Hotel Poaching, Emotional Marketing; Feedback from last week's show 15:24 - 16:20 = Sponsor the Don and Mike Show 16:39 - 27:20 = Dave Walens interview 27:20 - 27:57 = Email the Don and Mike Show 27:57 - 33:01 = Wrap up
:24 - 1:48 = Scott Galloway on the Nike move 1:48 - 2:49 = Intro to show 2:49 - 5:24 ExhibitCityNews.com Newsblast 5:24 - 6:20 = YourEventAudio.com 6:20 - 7:03 = Win $2000 from Don and Mike 7:03 - 16:30 = Don and Mike talk about Burt Reynolds, Randy Smith info (RSMGC.org), CEIR reports and more 16:30 - 17:28 = Sponsor The Don and Mike Show 17:28 - 35-32 = Russ Klein on NIKE's move with Colin Kaepernick 35:32 - 36:09 = Email Don and Mike 36:09 - 45:00 = Ace Awards from ECN and upcoming show information
Key Points: 0:01 - 0:27 = Introduction; 0:27 - 1:25 = Opening for Show; 1:25 - 3:03 = ExhibitCityNews.com Newsblast; 3:03 - 4:00 = YourEventAudio.com; 4:00 - 4:38 = Win $2000 from Don and Mike; 4:38 - 12:51 = Don and Mike talk about Fall Print Edition News; 12:51 - 13:58 = Sponsor The Don and Mike Show! ; 13:58 - 23:47 = Glenn Diehl Interview; 23:47 - 24:29 = Be a Part of The Don and Mike Show! ; 25:26 - 32:11 = Wrap Up
Key Points on Today's Show: 0:01 - 1:19 = Intro 1:19 - 2:20 = ExhibitCityNews.COM Newsblast 2:20 - 3:16 = YourEventAudio.COM 3:16 - 4:10 = Sponsor the Don and Mike Show 4:10 - 13:52 = Don and Mike - Take Care of Yourself! 13:52 - 14:38 = Toll Free Number to Call Don and Mike 14:38 - 29:51 = Mitt and Julie talk ESCA updates 29:51 - 30:27 = Be a part of The Don And Mike Show 30:27 - 34:45 = Wrap up Here The Show at these locations: ExhibitCityNews.Com = https://tinyurl.com/y7x9tujh LinkedIn = https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12096643 Facebook = https://www.facebook.com/dandmshow/ Twitter = https://twitter.com/DonAndMikeShow1 iTunes = https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-don-and-mike-show/id1411548894 Google Play = https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/I7ntnhzqug5tgx36tsmz4tlitpa Stitcher = https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-don-and-mike-show Spreaker = https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-don-and-mike-show TuneIn.com = https://tunein.com/podcasts/Business--Economics-Podcasts/The-Don-and-Mike-Show-p1142098/ Listennotes.com = https://tinyurl.com/y8leeofb
Creative Experts Stephen Ross from Access TCA and Michael Vallone from Hill and Partners discuss valuable points centered on Experiential Marketing. EDPA events on this week's show as well. Exhibit City News news blast starts the show. 0:01 - 0:47 = Introduction 0:47 - 1:56 = Exhibit City News Blast 1:56 - 2:37 = Win $2000 from Don and Mike 2:55 - 10:50 = EDPA News and Updates 10:50 - 11:50 = Exhibit City News 11:50 - 12:49 = Sponsor the Show 12:49 - 31:29 = Stephen Ross and Michael Vallone on Experiential Marketing 31:29 - 32:05 = Get involved with Don and Mike 32:05 - 33:00 = YourEventAudio.com 33:00 - 36:42 = Wrap Up
0:01 - 0:25 = Introduction; 0:25 - 2:18 = Introduction to the Show; 2:18 - 3:17 = Limited Sponsorship Available on Don and Mike Show, Exhibit City News and ExhibitCityNews.Com; 3:17 - 4:16 = Exhibit City News; 4:16 - 12:33 = Don and Mike Talk About Canadian Labor Disputes ; 12:33 - 13:55 = YourEventAudio.com ; 13:55 - 14:15 = Win $2000 Cash from Don and Mike; 14:15 - 25:17 = Brian Moore from Beyond Borders; 25:17 - 25:56 = Email or Call Don and Mike; 26:57 - 36:07 = Don and Mike talking about companies being asked to offer more than their traditional products and services.
Hear Don and Mike at these locations! ExhibitCityNews.Com = https://tinyurl.com/y7x9tujh LinkedIn = https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12096643 Facebook = https://www.facebook.com/dandmshow/ Twitter = https://twitter.com/DonAndMikeShow1 iTunes = https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-don-and-mike-show/id1411548894 Google Play = https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/I7ntnhzqug5tgx36tsmz4tlitpa Stitcher = https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-don-and-mike-show Spreaker = https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-don-and-mike-show TuneIn.com = https://tunein.com/podcasts/Business--Economics-Podcasts/The-Don-and-Mike-Show-p1142098/
:25 - 1:32 = Introduction; 1:32 - 3:31 = Exhibit City News and Show Sponsor Info; 3:31 - 11:40 = Chicago Randy; 11:40 - 12:32 = YourEventAudio.com; 12:32 - 13:15 = Win $2000 from Don and Mike! ; 13:16 - 27:55 = Joe Bocherer Interview; 27:55 - 28:32 = Get Involved with Don and Mike; 28:32 - 35:33 = Don at Northern Cal EDPA Randy and wrapup
Key Points on Show: 3:31 - 4:12 = WIN $2000 CASH from Don and Mike 4:11 - 10:27 = MGM Updates on Lawsuit in Las Vegas 10:27 - 11:23 = Sponsor The Don and Mike Show 11:23 - 23:49 = Larry Arnaudet Interview from ESCA 24:49 - 36:17 = MT Hickman from Richland College 36:53 - 45:20 = Top Trends in Exhibitions, Events and Experiential Marketing with David Dubois, Cathy Breden and Dan Greene
This Week's Lineup: 0:25 - 1:41 = Show Opening 1:41 - 2:22 = $2000 Giveaway from Don and Mike 2:32 - 12:00 = MGM Sues Shooting Victims from Mandalay Bay attack 12:00 - 12:56 = ExhibitCityNews.com 13:00 - 25:00 = Kevin McLaughlin speaks about Carpenter's Union updates in the US 25:00 - 25:53 = YourEventAudio.com 25:54 - 35:23 = Kevin Fett talks about the EDPA Midwest Chapter and The Chicago Randy 36:00 - 41:57 = Don and Mike Close the Show
Law and Friday the 13th ... great combination! Jon shares the latest law trends for the industries we work in so we can be up to date on the latest changes, Don and Mike talk about the law - as best as possible! The Don and Mike Show is now on iTunes, Stitcher.com, Podcast Addict, Tunein.com, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter and growing! Listen to Win $2000 from Don and Mike!
Today marks our one year anniversary for Don and Mike and we celebrate with a $2000 giveaway! Listen to the show for details on how you can win! Mark Zimmerman speaks about the state of the industry with Events and Trade Shows.
Mike was in California for ESCA Summer Educational Conference and Don was in Chicago for IFES ... Interviews with attendees and recaps for this week's show! Next week's show marks ONE YEAR for The Don and Mike Show ... big announcement on how listeners can win big $$$! Play along with Don and Mike by emailing TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
ESCA's SEC Conference is next week and Rich Curran speaks about the event. EDPA Engage in Chicago has a successful event. Don is heading to IFES next week and Hotel Poaching Scam is Exposed in a Recorded Phone Call ... Play along at TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call/text 770-298-0695 or 1-833-366.2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE
Don joins in at the end of the show along with interviews with Marc Wayshak who will be speaking at next week's EDPA Engage in Chicago and EDPA's Doug Rawady fills us in on last minute details ... hotel poaching discussed further. Email or call us to play along!
EDPA's Engage Conference Speaker Marc Wayshak joins Don and Mike to talk about Sales Research, Strategies, THe DO'S and DON'TS and highlights content for next week's conference in Chicago. Doug Rawady also spends some time promoting the conference for Thursday, June 21 and Mike speaks more on hotel poaching and a call received this week! Email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com to play along or call anytime ... 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
Summarizing Global Exhibitions Day and Exhibitions Day in Washington DC this week, David Dubois speaks on the topics of interest and concern which were shared with legislators on Capitol Hill. Don and Mike talk a little about a Las Vegas/Washington kind of week and Plans are coming along for a big prize package giveaway contest! TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call 1-833-366-2636 to play along
Tim Bookout from The Trade Group in Dallas, TX joins Don and Mike to talk about the new Air Clad product hitting the US market for Experiential and Events. Don and Mike recap The Las Vegas Chapter of EDPA Scholarship FundRaiser from this week. Updates about the Strike possibilities from Vegas and also next week's interview with David Dubois from IAEE are discussed. Email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call 1-833-366-2636 to play along for Don and Mike!
Mitt talks to Don and Mike about the upcoming Summer Educational Conference in California June 25-27. Don and Mike talk about upcoming events and information about an upcoming contest to help SHARE the Don and Mike Show which sees one winner pocket some pictures of Dead Presidents! Email us at TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call 1-833-366-2636 to play along!
Las Vegas Chapter of EDPA Members Rebecca Thompson and Mike Sunseri join Don and Mike to highlight the upcoming 2018 Scholarship Golf Outing and Networking Event May 30th at Bear's Best Golf Club. Don speaks about the upcoming ECD outing with an expected 300,000 this weekend in Vegas and Mike celebrates year 27 of marital bliss ... with no AC! Get in touch with Don and Mike and give us your feedback!
Dan Greene from Nolan Advisory Services lays out some knowledge for trends in business today... including addressing the MG Design closure this week and how it affects our industries. Don and Mike talk about trends and some 411 on hockey of all things! E mail the show at TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call in to play along at 1-833-366-2636 (1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
Highway 85 Creative Owner Guy Zwick from Glendale, AZ joins Don and Mike to talk about podcasts, business start-up reasoning and community involvement. Don is on the road for the Kentucky Derby and Mike is in Dallas, TX where NRA is meeting! Should be a blast! E-mail TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com ... call 1-833-366-2636 for input on the show!
ESCA's Director of Operations Julie Kagy joins The Don and Mike Show to highlight the upcoming Summer Educational Conference in Carlsbad, CA. the end of June. Don and Mike talk about trends in the industry and Don sings a Rolls Royce tune! Email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call Toll Free 1-833-366-2636 (!-833-DON-ANDMIKE) to chime in for The Don and Mike Show!
Jeff Provost highlights the upcoming EDPA Engage Event in June in Chicago. Don and Mike hit the airwaves with talks on weird weather, Chicago in Summertime and upcoming show topics. Hear the show on ExhibitCityNews.com front page, Twitter @TheDonAndMikeShow1 ... Facebook @DandMshow ... LinkedIN at The Don and Mike Show group page. Call 1-833-366-2636 to join the show or text 770-298-0695 ... email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com
Fred Zimmerman from GetSynchronicity.com joins us to talk about Booth Engagement. Don and Mike expound on the idea a bit and THe Don and Mike Show is now on TWITTER! @TheDonAndMikeShow1 Be sure to call Toll Free 1-833-366-2636 to chime in for the show! Email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com and also hear the shows on ExhibitCityNews.com
We interview three companies who had experiential activities in their booth at GlobalShop 2018 ... Globals Shop grows with two other shows for next year ... NAB is this week and more! Call Toll Free 1-833-DON-ANDMIKE or email The DonAndMikeShow@gmail.com feedback!
Don and Mike take a one week break but come back next week with Experiential Marketing activities from Global Shop 2018! Be sure to catch us next Friday with this new show!
Mitt talks about the latest from ESCA (Exhibition Services and Contractors Association), their new website, new WIS progress and the Summer Educational Conference opens registration. Don and Mike talk about Pizza Show in Las Vegas, GlobalShop next week in Chicago and more! Email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call 1-833-366-2636 (Toll Free 1-833-DON-ANDMIKE)
Dave Kennedy talks with Don about his new Illustration Book "Trade Show War Stories" ... stories from years of travel within the industry! Don and Mike talk St. Patricks Day, Exhibit City News changes and upgrades and taxes! Email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call 1-833-DON-ANDMIKE (1-833-366-2636) to give us feedback!
E Mail Marketing is the subject of the day with EDPA National Sales Manager Doug Rawady. Don and Mike recap ExhibitorLive 2018, Exhibit City News new website, and Daylight Savings Time is here again! Email TheDonAndMikeShow@gmail.com or call 1-833-36-2636 for feedback. Catch us on Facebook and LinkedIn on The Don And Mike Group pages!
Five months ago, a shooter at Mandalay Bay killed 58 people and injured over 500. One of those injured at this event is an industry colleague, Sam Arjune from Exhibit City News. Don and Mike have a roundtable discussion/interview to highlight Event Security with Sam. Exhibitor highlights and more on this week's show. The GoFundMe page for Sam is https://www.gofundme.com/help-sam-after-las-vegas-shooting
LED's in the Trade Show and Event World is the focus with Joe Bottone from Creative Display Services. How these are making an impact and furthering the branding effort. Also Don and Mike talk about Don's trip to Mexico City, ExhibitorLive Party with Exhibit City News and Willwork and ExhibitorLive next week!
Exhibitor Live 2018 is right around the corner and EDPA is playing a large part of the Experiences going on at the show! Jeff and Doug talk about the activities EDPA is sponsoring. Also, Don goes to Mexico City next week and The Randy Smith Las Vegas tournament is almost full! Call the show Toll Free at 1-833-366-2636
ESCA's Director of Education Julie Kagy joins Don and Mike this week to talk about the WIS program, SEC Conference, and new Labor and Management Council as well as Education within ESCA. New Toll Free Number Contest for Valentine's Day, EDPA Big Announcement and Exhibitor Show Updates with ECN Party news!
Independent Designer Doug Young, President of the Southern California Chapter of EDPA, talks to the Don and Mike Show. Also, Design Disrespect is looked at and Don and Mike talk about the upcoming Valentine's Show and The Lights Party at Exhibitor in just a few weeks!
Doing business over a cup of coffee is a great traffic builder at an event or trade show ... Mark talks about those stories on the show floor and events ... Don and Mike chime in about Traffic Builders and more on this week's show!
Dave Mihalik talks about issues, concerns, and tips regarding freight and transport to trade shows and events. Don and Mike chat about CES power outage, when personal power issues occur with your computer/phone and also Exhibit City News' Exhibitor Show party coming up on Tuesday night February 27 in Las Vegas!
Ion Exhibit's President Kevin Fett joins Don and Mike to discuss the EDPA Midwest Chapter's success over the years as being named the winner of the Large Chapter of the Year for EDPA. Don and Mike talk about busy trade shows and also what is coming up at Exhibitor Show which is only weeks away. Email comments to TheDonandMikeShow@gmail.com or call/text 770-298-0695
2017 Michael R. Westcott Designer of the Year Award Winner Brian Baker speaks with Don and Mike about Design trends for 2018! Experiential Marketing survey results are off the chart in support of experiences at an event and it's Trade Show time in Vegas, Orlando and the rest of the US! Happy New Year from Don and Mike
Nolan Advisory Services Managing Director Dan Greene joins Don and Mike to discuss business details and trends ... Social Media Ratings ... good or bad for business ... Merry Christmas from Don and Mike!
2017 EDPA Ambassador of the Year Award winner Jay Burkette talks to Don and Mike about industry trends, changes, challenges and more. Don and Mike talk about "Millineal Impact" and how it affects us both personally and professionally! TheDonandMikeShow@gmail.com or call/text 770-298-0695 with Comments and Feedback and see us on Facebook @dandmshow
From EDPA Access 2017, we interview Jackson Young from FIT Institute, speaker for the commencement ceremonies today at the school for graduates in the Design Program for 2017. Bill Glasser from Exhibit Concepts also adds insights to being involved with EDPA. Email feedback to TheDonandMikeShow@gmail.com, call/text 770-298-0695 or see us on Facebook @dandmshow
Interviews abound during the EDPA Access Conference 2017 in Carlsbad, CA. Don and Mike talk to John Rose from JC Rose and Associates; Bernie Massett from MC2; Travis Nichols from Blue Pony; Colleen Johnson from ShoLink and Uta Gretsky from IFES. Get involved with the Don and Mike Show by calling or texting 770-298-0695 or email TheDonandMikeShow@gmail.com
For Thanksgiving Week ... we go back and highlight the Best Of for The Don and Mike Shows and hear feedback from guests of our first 20 shows ... are you next for the show? Want to participate? Call or Text 770-298-0695 or email TheDonandMikeShow@gmail.com
Flooring is the Subject du jour ... James, Vice President of Sales at Brumark talks about the trends in event flooring ... Don and Mike highlights upcoming shows and you can get involved today at 770-298-0695 or TheDonandMikeShow@gmail.com
Roman Moszkowicz, National Sales Manager of Prism Lighting Group takes time to speak with us about lighting in the industries ... Don and Mike on location in Atlanta at Sun Trust Park this week ... A new Thank You segment kicks off on this episode ... You can get in touch with us at TheDonandMikeShow@gmail.com or 770-298-0695!
Norm talks about Trade Shows from Europe to US, Changes Needed, Cost Factors and more. Don and Mike talk about the events in New York and also changing Gripe and Moan to Praise and Thank You! Email your thoughts and feedback to TheDonandMikeShow@gmail.com or text/call 770-298-0695 anytime!
Mike McDaniel from GIST SPECIALTIES in Las Vegas talks about custom building trends in Trade Shows and Events ... Alien Beef Jerky ... Halloween Double Time Pay? A lot more ... Call in 770-298-0695 or email TheDonandMikeShow@gmail.com to participate!
Rich Curran talks to The Don and Mike Show along with the question, "What is the impact on experiences on the show floor or at an event?" Is it here to stay? Good or Bad? Gripe and Moan and more!
Special Edition-On Location for the Randy 2017 ... Interviews with Rich Johnson (founder of the event) Jim Wurm, Sandra Braun, Paulette Basham, volunteers galore, Gripe and Moan with Brennen Curtis of Mostre Nashville and John Merritt ripping and tearing the floor activities ... Don and Mike go live for the first time! Great Show...
Blake Herder talks about Experiential Marketing trends and the industry as a whole, Don hits on trash on the show floor after the trade show ends and of course, the Las Vegas shooting on this week's Don and Mike Show!
Hill and Partner's Principal Michael McMahon speaks to Don about the upcoming Access 2017 program, Don and Mike share some Gripe and Moan with everyone and You can win your $25 Starbucks Card ... listen to learn how!
Richard Erschik joins the Don and Mike Show talking to us about Turning Leads into Sales after an event ... Don hits Gripe and Moan with Bad Trade Show Food! The DonandMikeShow@gmail.com
The Don and Mike Show ... 9.8.2017 Larry Kulchawik joins to Don and Mike Show to talk about Embracing other Cultures in our industry. Plus Hurricanes and more...
Today we talk about Shows in the US down in the first half of 2017 An interview with Calanit Atia from Las Vegas - Destination Management and Talent Agency Owner on how to choose the best provider Gripe and Moan session --- TheDonandMikeShow@gmail.com
Today's Show includes Gripe and Moan, David Bishop from Shownets and The Randy Smith Memorial Golf Classic News!
A weekly podcast from the Trade Show, Event and Experiential Marketing side of the world! TheDonandMikeShow@gmail.com
Don Svehla, Publisher of Exhibit City News and Mike Morrison, National Sales Director of WS Display share the latest in news, trends and more from the Trade Show, Event and Experiential Marketing world!