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Event Planner Confessions

Cohera
Event Planning
Cohera
Wow Factor
PCMA
ELX
Contract Law
Micro Events
Vendor Vetting
Perfect Parties
Experience Design
Event Proposals
Food and Beverage Trends
Logistics
Hospitality
Fenway Park Events
Instagram
GDP
Email Marketing
Freeman Trends
AI In Events

Welcome to Event Planner Confessions, a Cohera podcast.Every week, we dive into the candid, unfiltered stories of event professionals navigating the vibrant world of event management. From behind-the-scenes wins to lessons learned the hard way, we explore how creativity, collaboration, and a little chaos come together to create unforgettable experiences.Hosted by the team at Cohera, we spotlight t... more

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Some event ideas feel impossible until the right creative partner figures out how to make them real.

In this episode of Event Planner Confessions, Ashley sits down with Melis Feingold, Senior Director of Creative Partnerships at Cohera, to talk abou... more

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Planning an event is already hard. Planning one for a room full of event planners raises the stakes even more.

In this episode of Event Planner Confessions, Cara, Sam, and Ashley go behind the scenes of Cohera’s inaugural “Imagine That” event and un... more

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Event creativity in the DMC world isn't about copying Pinterest boards... it's about building something no one's ever seen before. In this episode of Event Planner Confessions, Cara Pratt sits down with Danny McMillan, Director of Design and Developm... more

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In this episode, we sit down with Nicola, CEO of ELX — the exclusive community for senior event leaders at enterprise companies. Nicola shares her winding career path from incentive travel dreamer to leading one of the most talked-about communities i... more

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Recent Guests

Danny McMillan
Director of Design and Development at Cohera
Cohera
Episode: The Event Theme You Need to Stop Using
Tony Lorenz
Executive with PRA and board member at Cohera
PRA / Cohera
Episode: What Technology Can’t Replace in Events
Ronnie Collins
Guest from Visit Anaheim
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Episode: What Actually Gets Attention at Trade Shows
Carrie Campbell
Hospitality executive with 16 years at Fenway Park Events, now Evergreen
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Episode: The Leadership Shift Event Teams Can’t Ignore
Mike Dominguez
Speaker, CEO of ALHI with hotel/industry perspective
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Karla Zander
Director of Events and Experiences at PCMA
PCMA
Episode: Attending PCMA Convening Leaders? Watch This.
Jay Schwedelson
Marketing executive, organizer of Guru Conference and Eventastic
Guru Conference / Eventastic
Episode: Fix Your Event Marketing in 15 Minutes
Ken Freeman
Executive—Freeman Trends report presenter
Freeman
Episode: Attendees Want THIS at Their Next Event
Trevor Hanks
CEO of Cohera (new merged brand)
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Episode: Behind the Scenes of Merging Two Event Giants

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Love! So insightful

    Absolutely loving this podcast. Thank you for demystifying the DMC world.

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    Eventloves
    United States2 years ago

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DMC industry insights feel grounded and useful for planners.
Love the practical tips for trade-show experiences.
Engaging hosts keep the content fresh and actionable.

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The Real Business of Events
Q: How does ELX approach data and measurement to drive outcomes for events?
ELX treats measurement as a pre-event, ongoing process rather than something only evaluated after an event. They collect member input, publish white papers, and use research (e.g., partnerships with Exploree) to identify themes like the need for better KPIs and more innovative practices. The goal is to present data that proves business impact to stakeholders and to help members evolve from traditional event planning to strategic business conversations.
The Real Business of Events
Q: What is ELX and what makes it unique in the events landscape?
ELX is a community designed to support senior event leaders who often feel isolated in their roles. It focuses on peer-to-peer learning, trusted dialogue under Chatham House rules, and data-driven discussions that translate into measurable business outcomes. The emphasis on four pillars—member value, member growth, partner value, and industry leadership—helps keep the community valuable and focused on real impact rather than just networking.
What Technology Can’t Replace in Events
Q: Tell us about your career trajectory and how you got to where you are today.
Tony Lorenz describes a 30-year journey in the event space, starting as a CPA, building and selling a proactive firm, leading creative and strategy at Freeman, and guiding PRA through rapid growth and acquisitions before joining Cohera in a strategic collaborative role.
The Event Theme You Need to Stop Using
Q: What should clients provide in their RFP to help you align more closely with their vision?
Give more than a one-sentence brief. Tell us sustainability priorities, audience goals, and any 'do not wants' so we can tailor proposals early and avoid misalignment later on.
The Event Theme You Need to Stop Using
Q: So Danny, you are our Director of Design and Development at Cohera here in Orlando. How do you stay creatively fresh while leading a team across destinations?
I stay flexible and collaborative, leaning on a full-spectrum approach that blends human creativity with practical vendor capabilities, pushing for non-cookie-cutter ideas and testing concepts against real-world constraints.

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What is Event Planner Confessions about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, practitioner-focused series spotlighting the real-life wins, missteps, and lessons from event professionals. Across episodes, listeners get practical tactics for planning, designing, and executing live experiences—from destination marketing and venue partnerships to attendee engagement and vendor management. Guests range from DMOs and hospitality leaders to agency experts, offering macro industry signals alongside hands-on strategies, budgets, and team leadership. The format emphasizes human-centered collaboration, transparency, and the messy, creative reality behind successful events, making it a useful listening for aspiring guests and sponsors seeking grounded insights and real-world context.

A standout angle is the blend of h... more

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