Shealyn Angus - Building Organic Friendships in the Competitive Event Planning Industry
Description
In this episode, Shealyn Angus discusses how she built meaningful friendships with her competitors in the event planning industry. She explains how these relationships began organically through shared values of community over competition and how they have positively impacted both her personal life and business. Shealyn highlights the importance of cooperation to push the Canadian event industry forward, contrasting it with the more recognized American market. She delves into her background in hospitality and theater production, shedding light on how these experiences influenced her boutique event planning approach. The episode also touches on her 'one night only' philosophy, emphasizing meticulous preparation and adaptability to ensure seamless events. Throughout the conversation, Shealyn underscores the value of trust and alignment with clients, advocating for a quality over quantity approach in the highly competitive event industry.
00:00 Building Friendships with Competitors
02:26 Impact of Competitor Friendships on Business
03:57 Pushing the Canadian Event Industry Forward
07:46 Focusing on Guest Experience
11:28 From Hospitality to Event Planning
13:30 Launching an Event Business
25:53 The One Night Only Philosophy
28:31 Conclusion and Contact Information
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