The Pixilated Podcast

In this episode of the Pixilated Podcast we speak with Michele Fox, Founder of MUSE (Members United for Sustainable Events)A little more about Michele.Michele Fox is an Event Producer and Sustainable Event Enthusiast based in New York City.  As a grassroots environmental activist, Michele merged her passion for​ ​people and the planet ​with​ event planning by ​championing​ sustainable event management.  Michele founded MUSE (Members United for Sustainable Events) in 2021. MUSE is a member organization providing the event industry in the USA with inspiration, education, and community to increase the positive impacts of our events​. Michele believes that Sustainable Event Management is an important knowledge set for event professionals today.Michele Fox LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelefox/MUSE Website: https://www.museusa.org/MUSE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/muse-members-united-for-sustainable-events/MUSE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muse.sustainable.eventsStay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

In this episode of the Pixilated Podcast we speak with on Zerivitz, Co-Founder & Creative Director at UNION Craft BrewingA little more about Jon:Jon Zerivitz is an Experienced Creative Director with a demonstrated history of working in the food & beverages industry. Skilled in Art Direction, Customer Service, Creative Concept Design, Marketing, and Social Media Marketing. Strong entrepreneurship professional with a Bachelor's degree focused in English Language and Literature/Letters from Towson University. Jon ZerivitzLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-zerivitz-10a0b5140/Stay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

In this episode of the Pixilated Podcast we speak with Stacy Simpson, Associate Director of Special Events at Northwestern University Medill SchoolA little more about Stacy.Experienced Special Event Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. Skilled in Sales, Marketing Strategy, Training, Integrated Marketing, and Public Speaking. Strong operations professional with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) focused in Communications from Syracuse University. Stacy SimpsonLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacy-simpson-33777a16/Stay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

In this episode of the Pixilated Podcast we speak with Event Technology, Strategy & Operations Leader Becca Mazur.A little more about Becca.Becca Mazur is an accomplished events leader with over 15 years of experience on both the agency and client sides. The pandemic's impact on the events industry allowed her to realize her passion for strategy, leveraging event technology. She has since become a visionary in event strategy and operations, integrating cutting-edge tech stacks and optimizing processes to capture meaningful event data and insights. Based on Long Island, NY, Becca brings people, processes, and technology together to create impactful event experiences that drive business growth.Becca MazurLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/beccamazur/Stay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

In this episode of the Pixilated Podcast we speak with Shaun Pierce, President at Pierce Events.A little more about Shaun.Shaun has produced events all over the country. He has worked in media, marketing and special events for over 30 years.Shaun planned celebrity events for The Motown Museum in Detroit, MI and went on to join Walt Disney Studios doing national field marketing & promotional events for Touchstone, Hollywood and Walt Disney Pictures.  Returning to Pittsburgh, PA Shaun joined radio station WWSW (3WS) in doing promotions, concerts and production. He has worked in marketing and promotions for Renda Broadcasting, Clear Channel, CBS Radio, Radio Disney, WAMO, WQED multimedia and Salem Communications.Throughout his career, Shaun has produced some of the largest and most successful events in Pittsburgh, PA. He developed and produced the popular Pittsburgh Pirates "Skyblast", Three Rivers Regatta, First Night, Party at the Point, Light Up Night and countless festivals,  marketing programs, concerts and events.  He was chosen by Pennsylvania Governor and former Homeland Security Director Tom Ridge to produce his inaugural festivities. He co-produced nationally televised fundraising television concerts for PBS, and produced a September 11th memorial live broadcast from the Pentagon in Washington, D.C.   Shaun is a member of Meeting Planners International and served on the formation committee of the Pittsburgh Chapter of the International Live Events Association where he served as Vice President of Communications.Pierce EventsWebsite - www.pierceevents.netLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierceevents/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pierceevents1Twitter - https://twitter.com/pierceeventsStay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

In this episode of the Pixilated Podcast we speak with Virginia Frischkorn, Founder of Partytrick & Bluebird Productions. A little more about Virginia.Virginia Frischkorn is a serial entrepreneur. From the East Coast, but now based in Colorado, she founded and ran one of the premier event production companies in the country. Since that launch, she has launched 3 other event companies and now is leveraging her playbook by utilizing tech to democratize the event industry with her start-up Partytrick. Partytrick is on a mission to empower anyone to plan, design, and host an event they actually enjoy!She lives in Aspen and Denver with her two young children and Bernese Mountain Dog. She loves to travel, hike, ski, run, and read. PartytrickPartytrick - https://www.partytrick.com/Insta - https://www.instagram.com/partytrick/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@partytrick_ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/partytrickApple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/partytrick/id6450482799 Partytrick App: Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.partytrick.iapp Virginia FrischkornWebsite - https://virginiatrafton.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/virginiatfrischkorn/https://www.instagram.com/virginiafrischkorn/Stay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

This podcast is an overview of a much broader blog we published so if this episode resonates you should head on over and check out the full blog at the link below. Some of the highlights of the blog are:Why rent a photo booth?Benefits of renting a photo booth?How much does a photo booth rental cost?Read the entire blog at https://pixilated.com/blogs/main-blog/renting-a-photo-booth-all-you-need-to-know Stay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

In this episode of the Pixilated Podcast we discuss 30 Fun DIY Photo Booth Ideas for Your Next Event.This podcast is an overview of a much broader blog we published so if this episode resonates you should head on over and check out the full blog at the link below. Some of the highlights of the blog are:Polaroid FramesFlower WallsBalloon Arches& More...Read the entire blog at https://pixilated.com/blogs/main-blog/30-fun-diy-photo-booth-ideas-for-your-eventStay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

In this episode of the Pixilated Podcast we speak with Lydia Forth, Senior Event & Content Producer with Q Creative.A little more about Lydia.Lydia Forth is a Senior Event and Content Producer at Q Creative a full service creative agency and production team.  She started her career as an associate producer, supporting the producing team, and was quickly promoted to producer.  After several years in the event industry she was ready to try something new and went to RivalMind, a digital marketing agency to launch their video and podcast department.  She enjoyed the challenge of building a video team from the ground up and created multiple shows for RivalMind's social channels, but she missed the event industry.  She hopped back to Q Creative to continue her career creating unique event experiences.  She was recently promoted to Senior Event & Content Producer and works with clients all over the world bringing their stories to life on stage, on camera, and in design collateral.  Outside of work, Lydia is an avid movie fan, attempting to watch all Oscar nominated films each year and predict the winners.  She is a lover of live music, baking, and walks through nature.Q Creative Website: https://www.qcreative.qcenter.com/Lydia Forth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lydiaforth/Stay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

Welcome back to "The Pixilated Podcast" with your host, Patrick Rife! 🎙️ Get ready for another captivating episode as we dive into the world of event entertainment. In today's discussion, we're focusing on a topic that's sure to add a dose of excitement to your events – "Photo Booth Rentals: What’s Included, and How Much Will It Cost?"Ever wondered about the ins and outs of photo booth rental packages and their associated costs? Look no further! In this episode, we're breaking down the details, drawing insights from our informative blog post, "Photo Booth Rental Cost and What's Included," which you can explore on our website.Join me as we explore the enchanting allure of photo booths at various events and uncover the core components of a standard rental package. From top-notch cameras and customizable backdrops to unlimited prints and digital copies of every snapshot, we'll reveal the elements that make a photo booth experience truly unforgettable.But there's more to discover! We'll also demystify the factors influencing the pricing of photo booth rentals. Whether it's the event duration, the type of occasion, or the extra features like GIF creation and social media sharing, we are here to empower you with the knowledge needed to make an informed decision that suits both your event's needs and your budget.For a comprehensive understanding, I encourage you to dive into the full blog post "Photo Booth Rental Cost and What's Included" on our website. Simply follow the link below and prepare to capture remarkable moments at your upcoming event. Read it here: https://pixilated.com/blogs/main-blog/photo-booth-rental-cost-and-whats-includedStay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

In this episode of the Pixilated Podcast we discuss the power of using a photo booth in your real estate marketing efforts. This podcast is an overview of a much broader blog we published so if this episode resonates you should head on over and check out the full blog at the link below. Some of the highlights of the blog are:Open House IdeasCommunity EventsSocial MediaLead Generation and moreRead the entire blog at https://pixilated.com/blogs/main-blog/real-estate-marketing-with-photo-boothsStay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

In this episode of the Pixilated Podcast we speak with Nick Borelli.Connect with Nick on LinkedInConnect with Nick on TwitterTo learn more about Nick's work with Zenus check out their website at https://www.zenus.ai/.Stay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

Miguel Neves is Editor-in-Chief of Skift Meetings. He likes to describe himself as a "curious creator and caring curator of computerized content and a conscious connector of charismatic characters". He lives and breathes the event tech sector and is deeply engaged in the global online community of business event professionals. Miguel is a Portuguese soul who built a career in the UK and is now raising a young family in southern Denmark.Stay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

Anh Nguyen is the Head of Customer Success at twine.Prior to joining twine, Anh founded Spark Event Management, an award-winning, full-service event management firm and the Spark Event Collective, a network of independent planners collaborating to deliver event experiences. Anh is a seasoned business event professional who possesses over 15 years of event design, production, and management experience. She has managed a vast array of events and is known for her keen eye for detail while being able to lead, inspire and manage large, global teams. During the Covid-19 pandemic, Anh successfully lead 50 leading event professionals to coordinate the Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) Goes Virtual initiative and was recently named a Meetings Today 2020 Trendsetter.Stay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

About Shay Wheat:Shay Wheat is a Certified Event Producer™ & Creator of popularprograms such as “The Powerful Event Process”, “The UltimateEvent Planner Certification Program”, and CEO of Grace & Ease Productions, Inc. About Grace & Ease Productions, Inc:Grace & Ease Productions, Inc supports our clients in creating Powerful and Profitable events. Producing In-Person and Live-Virtual events from 50 to 4,000+ attendees, and collaborating with many well-known celebrities such as Dr. Oz, Lisa Nichols, Dr. Claire Zammit, Bill Baren, Alison J. Prince, Josh Turner, and many others. We assist Speak-to-Sell clients to be extremely profitable with their events: just recently one client generating over $2.1 Million dollars in one Virtual Live 3-day event.Social Media LinksGrace & Ease Facebook Business Page http://facebook.com/GraceandEaseProductionsInstagramhttp://instagram.com/shaywheat/http://instagram.com/GraceandEaseProductions/LinkedInhttps://linkedin.com/in/shaywheat/https://www.linkedin.com/company/graceandeaseproductionsTwitterhttp://twitter.com/ShayWheat/Website: www.GraceAndEaseProductions.comEmail: EventAdmin@ShayWheat.comPhone: (916) 595-8582Powered by PixilatedStay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

About Will Curran:As the founder of Endless Events, Will Curran has been named one of the most influential people in the meeting & events industry, one of the 40 under 40 event industry leaders, 35 entrepreneurs under the age of 35, and the highest customer satisfaction of any event company in the industry. Will has been producing in-person, virtual and hybrid events since high school when he started his first company and has now worked in the management of large event clients such as Emerald City Comicon, Anheuser-Busch, Warner Brothers, Morton Salt & Uber. His team’s mission is to simplify the event planning process by creating the equation for an event’s perfect solution. From event management to business development to the latest technologies, Will Curran has a diverse background in growing events and companies to the next level.About Endless Events:How do you create the equation for a perfect event? You call the Einsteins of the industry! Whether virtual, hybrid, or in-person, the Endless Events team knows just what it takes to create a flawlessly executed experience. We are a comprehensive event management company who can help you plan, design, execute, analyze, and exceed your own expectations for your next event.Social MediaTwitter: https://twitter.com/ItsWillCurranInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itswillcurran/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willcurran/Website: https://helloendless.com/Powered by PixilatedStay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

Irina’s background in tourism, hospitality and events, combined with her expertise in content creation and management for digital channels, is what made her become known as a ‘digital influencer’ in the MICE sector. Her blog, The MICE Blog was launched in 2011 and is a go-to resource for thought-provoking and innovative content that provides event professionals with knowledge and expertise to help them grow and do their jobs more effectively.After graduating with a BA in International Events Management from Regent’s University London in 2015, she turned her passion into a full-time job. Irina understands the intricacies specific to the MICE market when producing content for digital channels. Irina is uniquely positioned to provide results oriented, online coverage from the event, highlighting MICE’s offerings.In 2014, she founded the #eventprofstalk Twitter chat, and one year later the Event Planners Talk live event series for the global events industry. The Twitter chat, which takes place every Monday, focuses on a single topic for each 1-hour installment. So far, she has led more than 100 chats on themes ranging from innovation, sustainability and education to personal development and event technology. Through her innovative combination of both Twitter chats and events, Irina has connected the online community to forge business relationships. By extending the event life cycle, she has created a source of continuing education for event professionals.Social MediaTwitter: @themiceblog - https://twitter.com/themiceblog @themiceblogHQ https://twitter.com/themiceblogHQ Instagram: @themiceblog - https://www.instagram.com/themiceblog/ @eventplannerstalk - https://www.instagram.com/eventplannerstalk/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bizeventsLinkedIn: The MICE Blog - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mice-blog Event Planners Talk - https://www.linkedin.com/company/event-planners-talk YouTube:The MICE Blog - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFr9C00Yu7LjhP68S6FyGkA Event Planners Talk - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq-DCrTsVhtpPYtgvc0gXpAWebsite: https://www.themiceblog.com Powered by PixilatedStay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

Devon is the Associate Director, Alumni Events, Office of Alumni Relations at Drexel UniversityDevon Montgomery Pasha, CMP, CED is a passionate events professional who specializes in nonprofit and advancement events. She applies over 15 years’ experience in event planning to help Drexel University create engaging and impactful experiences for their global alumni network. She currently serves as the Associate Director of Special Events for Alumni Relations specializing in signature events and engagement. A believer is purposeful and mission driven events, Devon leverages design thinking and empathy driven systems to design events that maximize impact and support for Drexel University.  Prior to applying her skills in Higher Ed, Devon worked on notable special events around the Philadelphia region including work for the Philadelphia Eagles, the Philadelphia Waterworks, and the Fairmount Park Conservancy.  Devon has been a featured speaker and volunteer for CASE and has been recognized for her passion in elevating the importance of events in Advancement. Devon holds a B.A. from Bryn Mawr College in Music and B.S. from Drexel University in Culinary Arts and Event Planning. Devon earned her CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) certification from the Events Industry Council in 2020 and a CED (Certified Event Designer) designation from the Events Design Collective in 2021. She is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Creativity and Innovation from Drexel University’s School of Education and is an adjunct professor for Drexel’s Hospitality Management program.  You can connect with Devon Pasha on:LinkedInPowered by PixilatedStay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

Lori Pugh Marcum has 17 years of experience in the meetings and events industry on both the planner and supplier sides of the business. As Events Content Director for Path to Purchase Institute and Retail Leader, she creates and executes content strategies for all events, awards, and webinar programs. She also participates as an expert host and facilitator and creatively tests and refines content delivery ideas to delight attendees. Lori formerly served as Head of Meeting Innovation at Meeting Professionals International, where she was responsible for managing meetings and event production along with speaker and session management, as a part of MPI’s global live and virtual event portfolio. She spent 6 years at Jacksonville’s PRI Productions as both an event producer and manager of the Event Producer Department. During her time at PRI Productions, she managed events with partners such as THE PLAYERS Championship, Gator Bowl Association, and the Jacksonville Jaguars. Prior to her role at PRI Productions, she was also Special Events Manager for the AAA Five-Diamond resort, Ponte Vedra Inn and Club as well as Events Manager for the Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce. Lori holds a Bachelor of Science focused in Communications and Advertising from the University of North Florida and a Master’s Degree in Meeting and Event Management from San Diego State University.  Lori was honored as one of MeetingsNet’s 2021 Changemakers as well as Meetings and Conventions Magazine’s 22 Millennials to Watch in 2016.  She also served as an anchor for MPI’s Global Meetings Industry Day Broadcast from 2019-2021. You can connect with Lori Pugh Marcum at:LinkedInPowered by PixilatedStay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!

Joe Anwar is the Marketing Manager at Crystal Interactive.A bit more about Joe:Marketing Manager of Crystal Interactive, massive Arsenal FC fan and a lover of food. I've been with Crystal Interactive since 2016, and delivered over 150 events in various event technology around the globe. Now I'm trying to tell our story and brand through visual engagement.You can connect with Joe Anwar at:LinkedInPowered by PixilatedStay connected with us for more engaging content and updates by following us on social media: Instagram: @Pixilated Twitter: @Pixilated Facebook: @GetPixilated YouTube: @PixilatedPhotoBooth TikTok: @Pixilated LinkedIn: @Pixilated Looking to rent a photo booth for your next event? Head on over to www.Pixilated.com and use the Promo Code: PODCAST to save on your rental!