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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.
INSIGHT Live! TEC26 Speaker Podcast Spotlights
Featuring: Luke Goetting and Michael Dominguez
Luke Goetting has spent his career helping organizations bridge generations and build leaders who are ready for what comes next. He's the author of Unlocking Next Gen Talent, host of the Gen Z @ Work podcast, and has brought that same energy to teams at Dell, IBM, and AMD.
Luke will be our keynote speaker at Thursday's TEC26 "Lead the Adventure" Opening Session on October 29. Listen to his Unlocking Next Gen Talent podcast below.
Michael Dominguez is the "industry's expert" when it comes to sales & leadership. With over 25 years of industry experience and currently the Senior Vice President and Chief Sales Officer for MGM Resorts International, Michael has a unique perspective to share on the state of the meetings industry today. His expertise, particularly in the field of hotel finance and operations, makes him a great asset to the meetings industry and has positioned him to assist organizations of all shapes and sizes.
Mike will be our keynote speaker on Friday, October 30 during the Opening Session. Listen to his Time to Change the Narrative podcast from earlier this year.
Guest: Raul Cabello
This month on INSIGHT LIVE, host Timothy taps into the mind of an association planner with Raul Cabello, Director of Conventions and Meetings for the American College of Emergency Physicians.
Raul came up the unlikely way, from theater kid to Freeman AV tech to running one of the country's largest medical conferences in the country. He breaks down what it takes to manage an event like ACEP Scientific Assembly, why he calls every vendor a partner, and how his years on the production floor made him a sharper planner. He and Timothy also get into the association budget squeeze and the shift that's changing why people show up: less about the education, more about experience, mentorship, and career growth.
Whether you're a supplier hoping to win the business, a planner eyeing the next step, or a tech wondering what's on the other side of the road case, this one delivers.
MPI Texas Hill Country Chapter INSIGHT LIVE! Podcasts Library
Host: Timothy Martinez
Business Development Manager, Projections
Tim's Bio: Timothy Martinez, Business Development Manager at Projections, 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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