Journey Undiscovered
20 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -The Journey Undiscovered Podcast are conversations focused on the unconventional career paths of event professionals. Featuring guests from across the different sectors of the events industry, they will tell you about some of their incredible stories and experiences, but with one catch... expect the unexpected! Hosted by Byron Preston.
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Christmas Special | How Do You Define Your Own Success
December 22, 2020 01:53 - 14 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this Christmas Special edition of Journey Undiscovered, I’ve compiled the answers to the one question I’ve asked my guests… ‘How do you define your own success?’ I’m fascinated by their answers. The answer to that question can bring out our own set of values and beliefs, the belief systems we as event professionals pick up from our colleagues and teams we’ve worked with, as well as the societal beliefs we pick up from the culture we’re brought up in and live. Wishing you and your lo...
Just Gold | Advocates for diversity, inclusion and social purpose
December 07, 2020 05:55 - 26 minutes - 25.2 MBOn this episode I’m joined by Kyriakos Gold & Sophia Fatouros from Just Gold Digital Agency Kyriakos became a multicultural media personality and a household name within the vibrant Greek Australian community through his work with SBS Australia and in government. Sophia was part of the ‘Greek Brain-Drain’, relocated to Australia after a two-decade-long career in radio, hosting one of Athens most successful breakfast shows. Both are connected by culture and involved with a number of com...
Paul Boustani | The man with the beard who doesn't do boring Mondays
November 23, 2020 08:09 - 35 minutes - 34.2 MBMr. B. Events - the man with the beard who doesn't do boring Mondays On this episode I speak with Experience Creator, Consultant and Storyteller - Paul Boustani. He has worked with the best in the events business and is part of an event professional trio who produce the Back To The Future of Events Podcast - a podcast with a backstage pass to thriving in events. Paul talks openly about his close friendship with a friend and colleague who suffered from a terminal disease - wisdom they i...
Georgie Stayches | Fetching Events and Communications - have a clear vision and back yourself
November 09, 2020 18:15 - 35 minutes - 39.5 MBGEORGIE STAYCHES - Fetching Events and Communications - have a clear vision and back yourself On this episode I speak with Founder & Chief Engagement Officer at Fetching Events & Communications With over twenty years in the events and communications industry including major international events, private, government and not-for-profit sectors, Georgie made a conscious decision to focus on the community sector. You'll hear from Georgie's experience and passion for her events and communic...
Christie Kamphuis | Bettercup - designing a sustainable future for the events industry
October 26, 2020 08:26 - 27 minutes - 28.5 MBCHRISTIE KAMPHUIS - Bettercup - designing a sustainable future for the events industry In this episode I speak with the Co-Founder and Director of Bettercup - a female founded, self-funded, Australian social enterprise. Bettercup creates local reusable bar cups and provides a range of services to eliminate single use cup waste from event and venues waste streams. Her business and passion for a sustainable future gives plenty of insights why we need to implement sustainable measures in...
Simon McCuskey | Becoming an award winning Master of Ceremonies
October 12, 2020 13:24 - 35 minutes - 36 MBSIMON MCCUSKEY - Becoming an award winning Master of Ceremonies In this episode I speak with an award winning master of ceremonies - Simon McCuskey. Not only is Simon an award winning master of ceremonies that hosts for a number of corporate, private, public and non-for-profit organisations, but he’s also a marriage celebrant, television host, event manager and presenter. If you’ve been contemplating whether to hire an emcee for your next event, then bunker down and take some notes fro...
Effie Steriopolous | Journey to Teaching Event Management
September 28, 2020 07:25 - 39 minutes - 39 MBEFFIE STERIOPOLOUS - Journey to Teaching Event Management In this episode of Journey Undiscovered I speak to Dr. Effie Steriopolous from William Angliss Institute. She undertook her research thesis called transformative theory, a brand experience model for pilgrimage tourism. I've heard of the experience economy but did you know what transformational theory is? Neither did I - until now. She explains how it applies to event management and planning. We also discuss: + her work with...
Events Mental Health Q&A - Part Five
September 25, 2020 12:41 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBEVENTS MENTAL HEALTH Q&A / Part Five The panel of event and wellbeing experts from the Mental Health Roundtable Event tackle the final set of questions from the event. This is the fifth and final of the Q&A episodes. The panel features: + Eugene Wong - A Stronger Narrative + Kristie Walker MBA - Event Mental Health + Margo Collins - Event Mental Health + Byron Preston - BDP Events Follow Journey Undiscovered on LinkedIn and Instagram Prefer to watch the video recording - vie...
Events Mental Health Q&A - Part Four
September 24, 2020 10:10 - 14 minutes - 13 MBEVENTS MENTAL HEALTH Q&A / Part Four The panel of event and wellbeing experts from the Mental Health Roundtable Event tackle even more questions from the event. This is part four of five Q&A episodes. The panel features: Eugene Wong - A Stronger Narrative Kristie Walker MBA - Event Mental Health Margo Collins - Event Mental Health Byron Preston - BDP Events Follow Journey Undiscovered on LinkedIn and Instagram
Events Mental Health Q&A - Part Three
September 23, 2020 15:36 - 24 minutes - 21 MBEVENTS MENTAL HEALTH Q&A / Part Three Three times a charm. The panel of event and wellbeing experts from the Mental Health Roundtable Event are tackling more questions from the event. This is part three of five Q&A episodes. The panel features: Eugene Wong - A Stronger Narrative Kristie Walker MBA - Event Mental Health Margo Collins - Event Mental Health Byron Preston - BDP Events Follow Journey Undiscovered on LinkedIn and Instagram
Events Mental Health Q&A - Part Two
September 22, 2020 14:53 - 21 minutes - 18.6 MBEVENTS MENTAL HEALTH Q&A / Part Two We're back with the panel of event and wellbeing experts from the Mental Health Roundtable Event that are tackling the questions from the event. This is part two of five Q&A episodes. The panel features: Eugene Wong - A Stronger Narrative Kristie Walker MBA - Event Mental Health Margo Collins - Event Mental Health Byron Preston - BDP Events Follow Journey Undiscovered on LinkedIn and Instagram
Events Mental Health Q&A - Part One
September 21, 2020 17:35 - 27 minutes - 39.3 MBEVENTS MENTAL HEALTH Q&A / Part One This week we bring back a panel of event and wellbeing experts from the Mental Health Roundtable Event that will do their due diligence to tackle the questions that weren't able to be answered during the event. This is part one of a series of episodes. Subscribe to be notified of more. The panel features: Eugene Wong - A Stronger Narrative Kristie Walker - Event Mental Health Margo Collins - Event Mental Health Byron Preston - BDP Events ...
[Special Edition] Mental Health Roundtable Event
September 20, 2020 16:24 - 52 minutes - 72 MBJourney Undiscovered brings together experts in the events and wellbeing industry to raise awareness of mental health and wellbeing in our events, arts and cultural sector. This is a recording of the Mental Health Roundtable event where experts talk openly and honestly about how we can continue to navigate a way forward to support our industry, in light of the pandemic. Are you a freelancer or contractor that has lost employment? Are you leading teams who are struggling with this? Or....
Kim Hesse | Journey to Venues 2 Events
September 14, 2020 12:51 - 51 minutes - 77.9 MBIn this episode of Journey Undiscovered the conversation is with Event Manager, Trainer and Author Kim Hesse from her own events management company - Venues 2 Events. We discuss: Where her business idea started and reasons for going into corporate business events The challenge of pricing models and being creative when clients tighten their budgets Speaker and sponsorship management and best strategies to managing these critical areas Explaining her 6-step process to running success...
Eugene Wong | Journey to A Stronger Narrative (Second Act)
August 31, 2020 15:59 - 33 minutes - 57.3 MBWelcome back to the Second Act of Eugene Wong - Journey to a Stronger Narrative. In the second act you’ll learn about: + experience design from the term we used to call “love brand” + the Importance of Being Earnest - an immersive theatre show production and his unique recruitment process + how he implemented a mental health strategy - unheard of in theatre circles + back to his life coaching business + what his view for the future of events Grab your seat, the lights will dim shor...
Eugene Wong | Journey to A Stronger Narrative (First Act)
August 31, 2020 15:29 - 39 minutes - 62.8 MBEUGENE WONG - A Stronger Narrative 'Chief Story Shaper' is Eugene's self-proclaimed title. A life coach and consultant, he describes himself as a storyteller by nature and specialises in equipping leaders with strategies and structures to allow them to connect with their target audience on a deeper level. He draws his experience in the corporate, arts, not-for-profit and local government sectors, including over 25-years of teaching on and running events, and 15-years heading up his commu...
Dior Sertori | Journey to Event Network Victoria
August 17, 2020 07:59 - 1 hour - 92.3 MB#JourneyUndiscovered | This journey through Dior's freelance career has something for everyone. The early days riding the games chariot to understanding accessibility at the Deaflympic Games, Dior expresses moments of the challenges she faced with a defibrillator, and what it takes to stay calm under pressure Do not miss the conversation about a flying cow! Whilst you're listening to her, visit her Facebook group: Event Network Victoria Hear from the bubbly and lovely, Dior Sertori
Bonnie Hamilton | Journey to Event Management Recruitment
August 03, 2020 23:27 - 1 hour - 116 MBBonnie Hamilton is the Managing Director for Apex Event Recruitment. Prior to the foundation of Apex she was a 15-year Event Manager in major sporting, music and arts events spanning across three continents. Bonnie chats with Journey Undiscovered about specialised event recruitment and why there is a need for it in Australia. She explores why mentors are key to success and the need for event professionals to have an appetite for continuous learning. Ways to subscribe to Journey Undiscove...
(TRAILER) Bonnie Hamilton | Journey to Event Management Recruitment
July 26, 2020 12:35 - 30 minutes - 45.3 MBTrailer to the first episode on Journey Undiscovered! Bonnie Hamilton is the Managing Director for Apex Event Recruitment. Prior to the foundation of Apex she was a 15-year Event Manager in major sporting, music and arts events spanning across three continents. Bonnie chats with Journey Undiscovered about specialised event recruitment and why there is a need for it in Australia. She explores why mentors are key to success and the need for event professionals to have an appetite for conti...
Welcome to Journey Undiscovered
July 26, 2020 04:05 - 11 minutes - 17.8 MBWelcome to Journey Undiscovered! I'm your host - Byron Preston. Journey Undiscovered is a brand new podcast featuring conversations with professionals in the events and creative industries. In each episode, we explore guests untold story from memorable beginnings, to what inspired them, the impact they've made and the projects they have loved, exploring the challenges faced and how they have overcome them to improve themselves towards career success. You'll find out more in this int...