GO WEST Virtual Series
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When we gathered together for GO WEST in January 2020, we had no idea what the next few years would be like. And yet here we are. We’re so fortunate to have grown and cultivated a community of like-minded event professionals. It’s been mind blowing to hear from so many of you throughout the pandemic.
Over a few months we hosted a series of virtual candid conversations so you can tune in to see what some of our GO WEST alumni have been up to. Together they explore the transformative months of the pandemic on the events industry. Listen in as they reflect on their aspirations, perseverance and accomplishments and unpack the monumental expectations that were placed on #eventprofs this past year.
These candid conversations cover everything from leading in a time of crisis to the true meaning of success on a personal level. This is your opportunity to catch a glimpse into their thoughts on business, life, passion and people.
Registration was complimentary, however we asked for a small donation to the SEARCH Foundation to assist them in supporting event professionals in this time of crisis. Thank you to all who donated to support the work of this foundation.
Episode 5
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A CANDID CONVERSATION WITH… DAVID ADLER & BRENT TAYLOR
In this candid conversation, David Adler and Brent Taylor explore the benefits and barriers of collaboration in the events industry. They dive deep into David’s life and legacy, from his well-known father, Warren Adler, to the Washington Dossier, a magazine on the power, society and politics in Washington D.C. which David founded in 1975, to BizBash, the largest media resource for the live events industry. Join us to catch up with David and to learn more from Brent on what is next for GO WEST.
David Adler, Chairman & Founder, BizBash
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Brent Taylor, President, Timewise Event Management Inc. (Producer of GO WEST)
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Episode 4
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A CANDID CONVERSATION WITH… DUSTIN WESTLING & AARON KAUFMAN
This episode is not to be missed. Dustin and Aaron bring their no-holds-barred approach to this series with no topic off-limits. These forward-thinking experiential designers discuss their career journeys and share their thoughts on event design and the future of our live events industry…and a controversial topic or two to add some flavour.
Dustin Westling, Owner & Managing Partner, OneWest Events
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Aaron Kaufman, President, Fifth Element Group Inc.
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Episode 3
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A CANDID CONVERSATION WITH… TAHIRA ENDEAN & LARA MCCULLOCH
What happens when an intentional event design expert and brand positioning expert get together? Tahira Endean, author of Intentional Event Design, Our Professional Opportunity, and Lara McCulloch, founder of the original eventprofs community, are a powerhouse duo. Together they take a candid look at the business of events, event design and marketing, and the shift that is currently happening.
Tahira Endean, Head of Events, SITE Global
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Lara McCulloch, Growth Consultant
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Episode 2
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A CANDID CONVERSATION WITH… DAVID MERRELL & KERI MILLER
Join two of our industry’s foremost experiential event designers as they explore our new reality through dialogue and friendly banter. Their candid conversation digs deep into the future of audiences and the user experience. Everything has changed, what we know and knew about demographics and behaviours is facing a huge shift.
David Merrell, CEO/Creative Director, AOO Events
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Keri Miller, Partner & Chief Creative Strategist, e=mc2 events
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Episode 1
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A CANDID CONVERSATION WITH… MICHAEL CERBELLI & LISA MARKS
We kicked off our series with tete-a-tete between the one and only Michael Cerbelli and the iconic Lisa Marks. They discuss life, hardships, wins and the future of the events business.
Michael Cerbelli, CEO/President, Cerbelli Creative
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Lisa Marks, Owner, Brand Alive Inc.
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