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Welcome to INSIGHT LIVE!, the podcast that connects meeting and event professionals to explore the latest trends, strategies, and best practices in the industry. In each episode, we feature expert insights and advice to help you thrive both professionally and personally. From innovative event planning tips to supplier solutions and personal growth, INSIGHT LIVE! provides valuable takeaways for staying ahead in the ever-evolving meetings and events world. Presented by the Meeting Professionals International Texas Hill Country Chapter, this monthly podcast keeps you informed and inspired. Tune in and stay empowered.
We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Inspire Solutions for their time, commitment, and generosity. Their sponsorship and support have made this podcast series possible. Not only are they sponsoring INSIGHT LIVE!, but they are also graciously hosting these conversations, helping us create a platform where ideas, stories, and insights can be shared with our community.
Thanks to Inspire Solutions, we’re able to bring you this series of meaningful discussions that inform, inspire, and connect.
Episode 11: Time to Change the NarrativeGuest: Michael Dominguez, FASAE, CHSE
President & CEO of ALHI, Thought Leader, Keynote Speaker
Episode 10: The Keynote that will LIGHT YOU UP
Guest: Angela Gargano
Keynote Speaker, Coach, & Biochemist turned 6x American Ninja Warrior
Episode 9: Your Backstage Pass to TEC25: Why You
Can't Afford to Miss It
Guests and Texas Education Conference Co-Chairs:
Lauren MacQueen
Special Events Sales, Cotton Culinary
Cory Ferguson
Event Planning Manager, Hyatt Regency Conroe
Episode 8: Hospitality to Headset: The Role of the Executive Producer
Guest: Sidney Stoper
Executive Producer, INSPIRE Event Technologies
Episode 7: CMP: Why it Matters More Than Ever
Guest: Carol Lynn Huttel, CMP, CMM
Managing Director, HelmsBriscoe
Episode 6: Austin Convention Center: Past, Present, and Future
Guest: Amy Harris, CMP
Director of Sales, Austin Convention Center
Episode 5: Disruption: Reimagining the Future
Guest: Tim Hines
FCMO, Speaker, Author, Podcaster
Episode 4: Everyone is a Mentor
Guest: Donna Harbers, CMP
2025 MPI Texas Hill Country Chapter President
Artist and Chief Joy Officer, JoyShine
Episode 3: Taking the Leap: Turning Experience into Entrepreneurship
Guest: Angele DuPassage
Partner/Owner, Cypress Planning Group LLC
Episode 2: The Xchange Zone: Everybody is Your Customer
Guest: James Brown, Jr.
Motivational business Speaker - EXPERIENCE "THE XCHANGE ZONE", leveraging the power of being connected! 2025 President - Meeting Professionals International Houston Chapter
Episode 1: Staying Healthy in Busy Times
Guest: Resa Meagher
Director of Leadership Development, MPI Rocky Mountain Chapter
Certified Integrative Health and Wellness Coach
Senior Director of Business Development, INSPIRE Solution
Host: Timothy Martinez
Business Development Manager, INSPIRE Solutions
Tim's Bio: Timothy Martinez, Business Development Manager at Inspire Solutions, brings over 15 years of experience in the AV and event tech industry. From his start as an audio technician to leading AV teams in the Austin market, Timothy has built a reputation for forging strong relationships, solving complex challenges, and driving business growth. Known for his creativity and charisma, he thrives in the dynamic world of event technology.
Producers: Brandy Johnson and Jeff LaGrone
Music Credits: Creamy by Limujii https://soundcloud.com/limujii
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