The Value of Professional Relationships: Producing The Academy of Country Music Awards to the Olympics with Erick Long

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 entertainment has involved working with the Academy of Country Music Awards, Universal Studios, the Winter Olympics, and the Grammys. In this episode, Erick gives advice to young interns and aspiring event planners, reflects on his career path, and talks about maintaining professional connections.

0:56                 Early Career
1:53                 UP with People
2:38                 Move to LA
4:52                 Olympics 
8:15                 Professional Relationships
13:34               Universal Studios Special Events
14:42               ACM Honors
19:10               Advice to Younger Self 
22:12               Advice to Marketers 
24:50               Defining Success 
29:20               Latest Events 
30:40               Value of Event Internships & Volunteering
35:13               Get Connected with Erick


Erick Long
linkedin.com/in/erick-long
Instagram @plaid_erick
https://www.facebook.com/erickhlong
https://redpeg.com


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https://www.markstephenagency.com
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https://www.linkedin.com/company/mark-stephen-design-&-production/
Instagram @markstephenea
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