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The Business of Meetings

Eric Rozenberg
Entrepreneurship
Artificial Intelligence
Meetings and Events Industry
Event Planning
Leadership
Event Industry
Mental Health
Resilience
Conscious Leadership
Wellness
Accountability
Emotional Intelligence
Workplace Culture
Event Management
Event Production
Technology
Self-Care
Work-Life Balance
Human Well-Being
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If you are an independent business owner in the meeting and event space, this podcast is for you! Your host, Eric Rozenberg has created this show to bring you strategies, tips, and tactics to help your business grow. With more than 20 years in the event industry and planning events for Fortune 100 companies, Eric is prepared to let you in on the insider tactics so you can be successful too!

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Today, Eric explores why some of the world's largest investment firms are investing billions of dollars in the meetings and events industry and explains what they are seeing that many small business owners may not yet recognize.

Stay tuned to disc... more

Today, Eric explores one of the biggest misconceptions surrounding AI.

Stay tuned as he explains why AI will not build your business, and why building a successful business remains entirely your responsibility as an entrepreneur or business owner.... more

We are excited to welcome entrepreneur Kimberly Hardcastle, another icon in our industry, as today's guest.

Kimberly is the Chief Strategist at Freeman and one of the industry's most respected leaders in event marketing and strategy. Kimberly is a... more

We're thrilled to welcome Mark Mallchok, the Principal and Chief Event Strategist at Brella Productions, as today's guest.

Mark has extensive experience within our industry. He joins us to share his entrepreneurial journey, explain how his company... more

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Kimberly Hardcastle
Chief Strategist at Freeman
Freeman
Episode: 332: Why Great Content Isn't Enough Anymore with Kimberly Hardcastle
Mark Mallchok
Executive/Co-founder of Brella (event tech company)
Brella
Episode: 331: Optimizing Event Production for Maximum Impact with Mark Mallchok
Maggie Cook
Entrepreneur, author, founder of Maggie Salsa
Maggie Salsa
Episode: 329: From Orphanage to A $231 Million Exit: The Mindset Behind the Journey
Bob Vaez
Founder and CEO of EventMobi
EventMobi
Episode: 328: The Long Game of Event Entrepreneurship with Bob Vaez
Caleb Ralston
Brand strategist and personal branding expert
Independent brand consultant / former Team Gary member
Episode: 327: How to Build a Personal Brand that Attracts Clients with Caleb Ralston
Cleo Battle
President and CEO of Louisville Tourism
Louisville Tourism
Episode: 326: Every Seat Matters with Cleo Battle
Lyndsi Edgar
Founder and CEO of eLuminate Marketing
eLuminate Marketing
Episode: 324: Why Referral-Only Businesses Eventually Stall with Lyndsi Edgar
Eddy Arriola
Entrepreneur, founder of Apollo Bank and Inktel; author of It's All About Relationships
Apollo Bank, Inktel
Episode: 322: It's All About Relationships: The Real Currency of Business with Eddy Arriola
Jane Burnell-Fraser
Founder of Enhance Lux
Enhance Lux
Episode: 321: Designing Premium Experiences that Clients Pay For with Jane Burnell-Fraser

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Eric Rozenberg
Host of The Business of Meetings

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Well Crafted Strategies!

    The Business of Meetings is a must-listen for independent business owners in the meetings and event space. Eric Rozenberg delivers well-crafted strategies and insider tips grounded in experience. In particular, I loved the recent episode on ‘The Art of Saying No’ such a resonant reminder that honoring boundaries is a powerful business growth tool. As an Alignment & Embodiment Coach, I deeply appreciate how Eric weaves business strategy with sustainable leadership. Such valuable, grounded conten... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah Reuter (Elevated Exp.)
    United Statesa year ago
  • What our industry needs

    As a past guest and avid listener, I love the caliber of guests and insights from Eric’s podcast. Two thumbs up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Magdalena Bonnelly
    United States2 years ago
  • Podcast for entrepreneurs

    Great podcast for entrepreneurs

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chapel Hill NC Listener
    United States4 years ago
  • One of my favorites!

    Amazing guests and conversations- one of my favorite podcasts about entrepreneurship.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C2_CEO
    United States4 years ago
  • Digestible mastery.

    I am not in the Busienss of meetings but I’m every episode, I pick up some nuggets of wisdom I can definitely apply to my own business as I drive across America in my RV.

    I appreciate that Éric is always able to bring the conversation back to some tangible actions listeners take actions on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    airfare lary
    Canada6 years ago

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Great resource for entrepreneurs in the meetings and events space.
Guests and conversations are consistently high-caliber and valuable.
The host weaves practical strategies with insider tips grounded in real-world experience.

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331: Optimizing Event Production for Maximum Impact with Mark Mallchok
Q: What are the KPIs and how do you demonstrate value to clients?
We start by defining clear goals for the business and audience, then track three E's: effectiveness of communication, effort (time/energy), and efficiency, including cost savings and reduced overtime. We use a comprehensive spreadsheet to document savings and how those translate to better outcomes, not just survey ratings.
332: Why Great Content Isn't Enough Anymore with Kimberly Hardcastle
Q: What will you be celebrating a year from now in the industry?
A thriving ecosystem where technology enables highly personalized, experiential event programs, preserving the value of face-to-face interaction and community engagement despite the ongoing evolution of AI and Always-On technology.
332: Why Great Content Isn't Enough Anymore with Kimberly Hardcastle
Q: How should a small business owner prioritize investments given the rise of AI and a changing workforce?
Focus on core strengths and build a strong team around you to handle operations and leadership while you drive business development. Invest in knowledge of the next generation's preferences, adopt data-driven personalization for events, and lean into physical spaces and human connection to stay competitive as AI enhances capabilities.
332: Why Great Content Isn't Enough Anymore with Kimberly Hardcastle
Q: What is changing now in the industry, and what should exhibitors do differently?
The industry is moving from discovery to solution discovery and hands-on engagement, with attendees researching beforehand and expecting curated, expert-led experiences. Exhibitors should staff with subject-matter experts, provide hands-on experiences, and design messaging that reflects current industry realities rather than generic claims.
330: Meet Eric AI: The Revolutionary Business Mentor for the Meetings Industry
Q: If a board struggles to move decisions forward, what guidance does Eric AI offer to accelerate outcomes?
The guidance includes defining a clear decision-making framework, creating a decision matrix with options and impacts, setting explicit deadlines, and recognizing when inaction must be curtailed to prevent stagnation.

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The show consistently delivers practical strategies, tactics, and frameworks for growing independent businesses in the meetings and events space. Episodes cover content-driven lead generation, client acquisition, scalable systems, high-touch experiences, and the evolving role of AI and data in event strategy. A recurring strength is turning lessons from hospitality, marketing, and leadership into repeatable actions for small to mid-sized firms, often with a focus on sustainable growth, time freedom, and premium client experiences.

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Recent guests on The Business of Meetings include:

1. Kimberly Hardcastle
2. Mark Mallchok
3. Maggie Cook
4. Bob Vaez
5. Caleb Ralston
6. Cleo Battle
7. Lyndsi Edgar
8. Eddy Arriola

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