Claim OwnershipProCast: A Podcast by Proscenium Events
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What will events look like in 5 years? How do you make speeches more impactful? Why should you be optimistic about the Live Events industry? Proscenium Events is celebrating our tenth anniversary of helping brands perform! We care deeply about events and we’re always looking for ways to make them more impactful. So join Proscenium Senior Creative Director, Jeremy Dobrish, for a new episode each month for quick tips and insightful conversation for how to make your next corporate conference, live virtual or hybrid events even more effective and engaging. For more information please visit us at proscenium.com.CREDITSHosted and Written by Jeremy DobrishProduced by Bethany PotterTheme Music by Mike ManciniLogo design by Shraddha MaharjanSpecial thanks to Dossie McCraw
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In this episode, we’re talking with Proscenium’s VP of strategy and resident expert on AI, Henry Evans. Henry blends the intelligence of AI with the creativity of human ingenuity to create memorable moments for live events. In this episode he breaks down how to think about AI in ways that are easy, actionable, and actually fun. So hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. With experience as varied as stage and film direction, speaker coaching, and c...
In this episode, we’re talking with the Founder and Artistic Director of The 7 Fingers, Gypsy Snider. You may not immediately think of the circus as a way to tell a story about the human condition or to better get across your messaging, but after listening to Gypsy, your perceptions just might change and expand. So hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. Co-founder and Artistic Director of The 7 Fingers Gypsy Snider wrote and directed Geante!, De...
Making events more inclusive for neurodivergent audiences In this episode, we’re talking with Partnership Strategy & Engagement Lead of Workplace Experience at Google and Founder of The Neu Project, Megan Henshall, and Co-Founder of P3 Productions and Lead Producer of the Broadway musical How to Dance in Ohio, Sammy Lopez. Accessibility is extremely important! And it may be easier than you think. From Broadway shows to corporate events, this episode looks at simple, cost-effective ways to...
In this episode we’re talking comedy with event host, podcaster, and author Scott Bloom. Not sure how to use humor at your event effectively? Want to use laughter to forge connections with your audience? Then hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. About Scott Bloom: A professional comedian, author, podcast host and tv personality who has built a reputation as the go-to-choice for business humor, Scott has hosted hundreds of events over two decade...
With actionable takeaways from all our guests in Season 2, these top take a look back at all the topics we explored in our second season. This episode we explore how to make speeches more impactful, how to elevate motivational speaking into an art form, how DJs energize corporate events, how your event can benefit from looking at the golden age of industrial musicals, and much more. CREDITS Hosted and Written by Jeremy Dobrish Produced by Bethany Potter Theme Music by Mike Mancini Logo desig...
In this episode we’re talking with Letterman comedy writer, author, and star of the award-winning documentary Bathtubs Over Broadway, Steve Young. Want to know how your event can benefit from looking at the golden age of industrial musicals? Then hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. For 25 years, Steve Young wrote for David Letterman's Late Night and Late Show programs. He’s also written for The Simpsons, NBC's Maya & Marty variety show, an...
In this episode we get some sound advice on corporate events from audio mixer John Williams. Prepare to have your perceptions EQ’d! So, if you want to make your next corporate event pitch perfect, hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. Over the last 30 years, John Williams has designed and mixed more than a thousand events of all scopes and sizes. He has traveled all over the world working with brands like Harley-Davidson, Heineken, Lowe’s, Walma...
In this episode we’re talking art and design with Proscenium Events Art Director Christian Bayonet. Not sure how to talk to graphic designers? Wondering how to collaborate with them better? Curious about what makes a slide impactful? Then hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. Christian Bayonet has a passion for all things design, from fashion to furniture, graphics to scenery. He enjoys bringing his passion for creating and curating experiences...
In this illuminating conversation, we shine a light on corporate events with Howard Werner, Principal of the New York office of Lightswitch, and lighting designer extraordinaire. Howard is a super-bright guy filled with enlightening insights. So, if you want to learn how to light up your next corporate event, then hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. A celebrated lighting, projection, and multimedia designer, Howard Werner has spent over 30 yea...
In this episode, we’re talking with Emmy-award-winning talk show host, Mario Armstrong, and the Chief Creative Officer of Sweloquent Arts, Jeremy Brisiel. These guys are exceptional live event hosts, and if this episode doesn’t convince you of the value of having a host for your live event, nothing will. So hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. Jeremy Brisiel (JB) has created live events, podcasts, broadcasts, video series and interviews in indu...
In this episode, we’re talking with the Director of Learning and Development for On-Cue, Matt Elwell. We invited Matt on to teach us about training, but we ended up learning so much more. This episode is full of actionable advice to help your attendees retain the messaging of your event. So hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. Matt Elwell, CPTD has been using the principles of improvisation to improve professional performance for 15 years. He h...
In this episode, we’re talking with two incredible motivational speakers: Dan Thurman and Josh Sundquist. This episode is not only a lot of fun, but it goes deep into what it’s like to be a guest speaker at a corporate event. These guys are true masters at making audiences think, laugh, and feel. So hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. Dan Thurmon is a Hall of Fame Speaker, a bestselling author, and a recognized expert on peak performance and w...
In this episode, we’re talking with two of the best DJs in the live events industry: William Lifestyle and DJ Smalls. This episode takes you behind the turntables to understand how DJs energize corporate events. So hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. From touring with Brody Jenner of The Hills to billboards in Las Vegas and residences at all of Hollywood’s hottest clubs including Bootsy Bellows, Delilah and Peppermint Club, William Lifestyle i...
With actionable takeaways from all our guests in Season 1, these “Ten Tops” take a look back at all the topics we explored in our first season. This episode is filled with sound bites from our first 10 episodes, we explore how to make speeches more impactful, why we should be optimistic about the future of live events, how to make events healthier, why music is so impactful and much more. CREDITS Hosted and Written by Jeremy Dobrish Produced by Bethany Potter Theme Music by Mike Mancini Logo...
In this episode, we’re talking with Michael Thompson, Vice President of Strategic Communications at Nuveen, who puts together RFPs; and Bethany Potter, Senior Manager, Growth & Administration at Proscenium Events who responds to them. This episode is chock full or actionable advice about the entire RFP process from both sides of the table. So hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. Michael Thompson joined the Global Media Relations team at Nuv...
In this episode, we’re talking with Talia Tinao, owner of HD Premier - one of Hawaii’s top Destination Management Companies, and Sam Port, Senior Creative Director at Proscenium Events about making the most of incentive events. This conversation is so authentic, it will make you feel like you’re sitting on a beach in Hawaii. So hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. Talia Tinao is the proud Owner and Co-Founder of HD Premier – Hawaii’s most trus...
In this episode, we’re talking with composer-producer-musician Mike Mancini, and songwriter-performer MiG Ayesa about how to maximize music at corporate events. Having worked with everyone from Bruce Springsteen…to Queen…to Stevie Wonder, these guys know a thing or two about how to make messaging sing. So hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. Mike Mancini is a New York based pianist, multi keyboard player, arranger, conductor and composer. He ha...
In this episode, we’re talking with Chuck Santoro, Chief Creative at Proscenium Events about how corporate events are like theater. In 30 minutes, Chuck name-checks Hamilton, West Side Story, Les Miz, Stomp, and even turns the tables on our theatrically minded host. So hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. Chuck Santoro draws upon his marketing and theater background to bring insight and creativity to meetings and events. He is an expert speaker...
In this episode, we’re talking with Travis Reedy, the President of Travis Inc. about how to maximize the technical side of live events. This conversation covers everything from how Technical Directors save events money, to what new and exciting technology is out there, to how events like the Grammys influence corporate live events. So hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. Travis Reedy provides a unique focus on organization, and attention to de...
In this episode, we’re talking with Renee Black, the Principal and Senior Meeting Planner of planit inc. about the evolution of safety at live events. This conversation covers everything from how to make events safer, to how to include health and wellness at events, to what events will look like post-pandemic. So hit the download button, screw your headphones on tight, and get ready to take notes. Renee Black is Principal & Senior Meeting Planner for planit inc. As one of the founders of ...
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