Creating The Perfect Experience

In this special episode, Mark shares a quick glance of what to expect in 2024. Topics we’ll cover and highlight as we evolve the focus of Creating the Perfect Experience Podcast. Some topics include:…

In this episode, Mark speaks with Ashaunna Ayars, A multifaceted, forward-thinking professional, her true passion lies in her natural ability to transform ideas into fruition. Ashaunna is the founder…

In this episode, Mark speaks with Bonnie Smith. Bonnie is the Senior Vice President and the Head of VIVI, the Culture Forward Division of Jack Morton Worldwide. Prior to her current position, she fou…

In this episode, Mark speaks with Christine McBride. Christine is the Senior Director of Logistics and Operations for the Essence Festival of Culture. Christine has 25 years of event production exper…

In this episode, Mark speaks with Chaira Foma. Chaira is a designer on Mark’s team. Chaira enjoys and has experience experimenting and pushing Artificial Intelligence together on various AI projects.…

In this episode, Mark speaks with Maurice “Mo” Caicedo Owner of Hey Mister! Mo is an award-winning 3D animator, his company, Hey Mister, is a full-service visual effects animation interactive studio,…

In this episode, Mark speaks with Elizabeth Anne Frank from Eye5. Elli is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Eye5 a staffing agency for events and experiences for over 19 years. Eye 5 provide…

In this episode, Mark speaks with Jim Joseph. His theater career spans over three decades, on and off Broadway. Jim is currently the Director of Operations for the Second Stage Theater company where …

In this episode, Mark speaks with Andrew Greene from Housing Works. Andrew is the Chief Operating Officer of Nonprofit. Housing Works mission is to end the dual crisis of homelessness and AIDS throug…

In this episode, Mark speaks with Tom Williams from Kadan Productions. Tom is a veteran of special event production. Thomas brought the vision of designers and producers to life for over 35 years, in…

Eva Clark, who has planned over 500 weddings in the US and Europe, was named one of the best wedding planners in America by Brides Magazine. In 2003, she started a customized invitations business bef…

In this second solocast, Mark discusses event strategies and shares some of the common issues marketers encounter in producing events. Sponsorships, finances, staffing shortages, timeframes, current …

Christina Neault has over 25 years of experience in fashion events and has been involved in New York Fashion Week from the start. She’s witnessed NYFW move from Bryant Park to Lincoln Center, to all …

Teena Mobley is the Brand Experience and Events Manager at CBS. Her most recent project was "Summer of Ghosts," an immersive campaign to celebrate the hit CBS television series Ghosts. She studied bu…

Colin Cowie is a highly regarded expert in experiential design, high-end events, luxury, and style. Royalty, Oprah, Ryan Seacrest, and Jenifer Lopez make up a few of his clients. The Gold Standard: G…

Erick Long is the Vice President of Production at RedPeg Marketing, an independent brand engagement agency that creates memorable experiences. His exciting and varied career in events and entertainme…

In this special episode, Mark shares industry tips about ways to increase your event success rate time by using "time" to your advantage

1:15     Lack of control during events
1:20     Prototypes
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In this episode, Mark speaks with Wendell Cruz, sports & event photographer. Wendell combines his love of sports and photography to become a highly sought-after sports and event photographer. His ima…

In this episode, Mark speaks with Carmen Jones, the Senior Director of Experiential of Essence. With over 20 years of experience, Carmen is responsible for the brands notable live and virtual events,…

In this episode, Mark speaks with David Bowen, the president and founder of Bowen & Company. His company produces spectacular high-profile events, including the James Beard awards, where he has serve…