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Meetings Matter Chatter

Meetings Matter Chatter

Written by: Jenna Baker
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Industry trends and topics pertaining to the travel and meetings industry

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Episodes
  • Misstep Management: Essential Don'ts in Event Production
    Nov 4 2025

    In this episode, John Pistotti, Business Development Director, Production & Content for BCD M&E, shares his wealth of knowledge on event production and content creation. He sheds some light on challenges that can arise and how to navigate them effectively. He also shares his top five production nightmares and easy ways to avoid big blunders. Tune in to gain insights that can help elevate your event outcomes!

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    40 mins
  • Ghostly Getaways: Exploring Hauntingly Historic Hotels
    Oct 6 2025

    In this spine-tingling episode of Meetings Matter Chatter, we're thrilled to welcome Nate Childress, Director of Sales at BCD M&E who will delve into the intriguing world of haunted hotels across the United States. Just in time for Halloween, Nate will share chilling tales and some of the most famous haunted locations where guests have reported ghostly encounters. Beyond the eerie experiences, he'll also offer innovative ideas for planning unique meetings and team-building activities at these historic venues, ensuring your group bonds over both business and the supernatural. Join us for a conversation that’s equal parts engaging and scary!

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    32 mins
  • The Hotel Hunter: Inside the World of Sourcing
    Sep 2 2025

    In this engaging episode, we chat with Michelle Makin, a seasoned purchasing manager at BCD M&E, who sheds light on the intricate world of hotel sourcing. Michelle shares her firsthand experiences that illustrate the challenges and triumphs of the process. Listeners will be captivated as she recounts some chilling stories of potential disasters that could have occurred in her sourcing journey, but thanks to her expertise, turned into fortunate outcomes. Join us for a deep dive into the nuances of hotel procurement and learn how preparation and quick thinking can lead to incredible success!


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    31 mins
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