Welcome to the Wrap Session of Season 13! It's been a truly fantastic season as Jack and Karen have explored the globe with six incredible events industry professionals. From prop making to overlay, jet skiing to LEGO building, we’ve covered it all!

For today's wrap-up, we’ve got a few changes to the lineup. Jack is currently out of the country, handling client and exhibition builds in Las Vegas, so the wonderful Jenny Davies has stepped in to join Karen. And while one of our listener guests couldn't make it, we’re thrilled to have the fabulous Laura Bradley with us for this session!

A little bit about our amazing co-hosts today:

Jenny Davies
Jenny is a Conference and Events Officer at Corpus Christi College, University of Oxford. With a background in Stage Management and Technical Theatre, she’s worked in venue management and event production, and now plays a key role in delivering a variety of events, from Freshers Weeks to corporate conferences and educational programs.

Laura Bradley
With over fifteen years in marketing and journalism, Laura began her career as an intern covering World Superbikes. As social media platforms grew, so did her expertise, leading her to help businesses and individuals build their online presence. In 2023, she founded Sock and Buskin Marketing and PR, after a successful stint as Head of Marketing for a construction company.

Join Karen, Jenny, and Laura as they dive into all the highlights from this season. We hope you enjoy the recording!

Keep a track of all that's going on with the Podcast via;

www.theeventsinsight.com/
www.linkedin.com/company/the-events-insight-podcast/
www.instagram.com/the_eventsin/

See more about our Season Sponsor RedBox Events via;

https://www.redboxevents.com/

Find out more about our Shoutout Sponsor The Hospitality Partnership via;

https://www.hospitality-partnership.com/

Our Season Quickfire round Sponsor is Fuchsia Exhibition & Conference Services;

https://www.fuchsia-exhibition-services.com/

Our partnership with Standout Magazine is also worth following;

https://standoutmagazine.co.uk/

Music Credits go to;

Artist: Cathrine Rannus
Title: The Events Insight Theme Music

Music from #Uppbeat:
Forever - Sega Williams
https://uppbeat.io/t/sega-williams/forever
License code: 7F5KY293FYDFNVEV

Fly Away - Mountaineer
https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/fly-away
License code: EKN0IYNUKGUXMCTW

Clarity - Zoo
https://uppbeat.io/t/zoo/clarity
License code: GL25RXVDXIBQWSWL

In this week’s episode Jack and Karen are thrilled to be joined by Tom Alldread, an industry expert with over 12 years of experience at GL Events. During his time at GL, Tom has played a pivotal role in delivering some of the UK's largest and most prestigious events, including the Birmingham Commonwealth Games, UCI World Cycling Championships, and the London 2012 Olympics.

Tom's expertise in leading complex projects, building high-performing teams, and fostering collaboration has been key to his success. His ability to create strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, key partners, and clients ensures that every project achieves outstanding results.

Join us as Tom shares insights into the world of Overlay—what it is, why it’s crucial for large-scale events, and how his experience has shaped his approach to managing these dynamic projects.

Outside of his professional life, Tom is passionate about the outdoors. Whether it's a family walk or a bike ride, he finds peace spending quality time with his family outdoors.

Tune in for a another fascinating conversation about the art and science of delivering world-class events!

Keep a track of all that's going on with the Podcast via;

www.theeventsinsight.com/
www.linkedin.com/company/the-events-insight-podcast/
www.instagram.com/the_eventsin/

See more about our Season Sponsor RedBox Events via;

https://www.redboxevents.com/

Find out more about our Shoutout Sponsor The Hospitality Partnership via;

https://www.hospitality-partnership.com/

Our Season Quickfire round Sponsor is Fuchsia Exhibition & Conference Services;

https://www.fuchsia-exhibition-services.com/

Our partnership with Standout Magazine is also worth following;

https://standoutmagazine.co.uk/

Music Credits go to;

Artist: Cathrine Rannus
Title: The Events Insight Theme Music

Music from #Uppbeat:
Forever - Sega Williams
https://uppbeat.io/t/sega-williams/forever
License code: 7F5KY293FYDFNVEV

Fly Away - Mountaineer
https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/fly-away
License code: EKN0IYNUKGUXMCTW

Clarity - Zoo
https://uppbeat.io/t/zoo/clarity
License code: GL25RXVDXIBQWSWL

This week Karen and Jack were joined by Stephen, the visionary Founder of Clearwater Events. With a hands-on approach to event planning, client development, and legacy building, Stephen is committed to delivering excellence through diversity, equality, and innovation. His mission? To create unforgettable experiences with impeccable customer service, brilliant creativity, and cutting-edge technology.

Stephen's journey has been impressive. As Senior Account Director at MCI Events, he was instrumental in nurturing client relationships and developing impactful event programs tailored to client needs.

Previously, as Head of Events for North America at American Express Meetings & Events, Stephen led a team of 80 event professionals, driving their growth and ensuring they delivered creative, targeted event solutions that consistently exceeded client expectations. His career has taken him from Singapore and Hong Kong to North America, managing a wide range of global and local clients.

Outside of the event world, Stephen is passionate about aviation, collects model planes, and finds his true happiness on the slopes with a pair of skis.

Keep a track of all that's going on with the Podcast via;

www.theeventsinsight.com/
www.linkedin.com/company/the-events-insight-podcast/
www.instagram.com/the_eventsin/

See more about our Season Sponsor RedBox Events via;

https://www.redboxevents.com/

Find out more about our Shoutout Sponsor The Hospitality Partnership via;

https://www.hospitality-partnership.com/

Our Season Quickfire round Sponsor is Fuchsia Exhibition & Conference Services;

https://www.fuchsia-exhibition-services.com/

Our partnership with Standout Magazine is also worth following;

https://standoutmagazine.co.uk/

Music Credits go to;

Artist: Cathrine Rannus
Title: The Events Insight Theme Music

Music from #Uppbeat:
Forever - Sega Williams
https://uppbeat.io/t/sega-williams/forever
License code: 7F5KY293FYDFNVEV

Fly Away - Mountaineer
https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/fly-away
License code: EKN0IYNUKGUXMCTW

Clarity - Zoo
https://uppbeat.io/t/zoo/clarity
License code: GL25RXVDXIBQWSWL