Episodios

  • Boosting Virtual Engagement and Sales Mastery with Jackie Wu
    Feb 11 2026

    Jackie Wu is a sales strategist, coach, and speaker. She specializes in helping business owners close sales quickly and successfully to grow their businesses. She also helps empower individuals to overcome self-limiting beliefs and build solid, life-long confidence to achieve their life goals.


    In this episode, we discuss the following:

    🧑🏼‍💻 Tips for creating more interactive and engaging virtual experiences.
    🔗 The power of virtual meetings to connect with clients worldwide.
    📈Jackie Woo's approach to quickly closing sales by understanding client needs.
    🏮🐉⛩️Jackie’s journey as an Asian Pacific Islander speaker and the value of representation.


    Resources:

    jackielcb720@gmail.com

    https://treasurelifesjourney.com/



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  • The Power of Language, Mindset, and Virtual Engagement with Sara Gilbert
    Feb 4 2026

    Sara Gilbert is an award-winning Business Strategist & Mindset Coach for service-based entrepreneurs.

    She recognized as one of the “Top 10 Up-and-Coming Entrepreneurs in 2023” by Success Magazine and the recipient of the “Most Innovative Woman in Business Development Strategy” and the “Best International Business Consultant in Canada” at the Influential Businesswoman Awards.

    In this episode, we discuss the following:

    🤯 The powerful influence of language on shaping our mindset, confidence, and decision-making, and how small shifts in word choices can lead to greater impact.

    🚀 Effective strategies for maximizing engagement in virtual meetings, including how to create meaningful connections and foster deeper reflection in a virtual environment.

    🌟 The importance of adopting a growth-oriented mindset to turn busyness into meaningful action and to help individuals and businesses achieve their full potential.

    🎯 The value of aligning business strategies with core purpose and vision to maintain focus, avoid distractions, and unlock true self-actualization.


    Resources:
    https://saragilbert.coach/


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    41 m
  • Breaking Barriers in Events with API Representation with Khris Baizen
    Jan 28 2026

    Beyond his role in the Event Infrastructure Services department, Khris takes on a meaningful role as the Community & Industry Engagement Lead at Encore’s API BRG, championing support for the Asian & Pacific Islander community. Serving as a board member in the 2021-2022 term for MPI’s Southern California chapter, he played a pivotal role in advancing DEI efforts, introducing the concept of "belonging." His dedication and impact were duly recognized with the Emerging Leader of the Year award that same year. Khris's commitment ripples through mentorship, advocacy for inclusion, and leadership in event initiatives, all geared towards creating opportunities for success within underrepresented communities.



    In this episode, we discuss the following:

    🎨 Learn creative ways to engage virtual audiences during hybrid events using technology like large screens.

    🧑🏻Highlights the importance of diversity and representation in professional events, emphasizing the success of the API Speaker Showcase.

    ❤️ Khris Baizen shares his work in advocating for inclusion, mentorship, and leadership within marginalized communities.

    ⚙️Get practical tips on managing AV costs, internet bandwidth, and the role of new technologies in shaping event experiences.



    Resources:

    https://www.instagram.com/khrisbaizen/



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  • Mastering Engagement in Meetings and Events | The Engagement Show Hosted by Roger Haskett and John Chen
    Jan 21 2026

    The Engagement Show is the latest tips and tricks from 2 masters of in-person and virtual engagement.


    In this episode, we discuss the following:

    💥 Engagement is a Superpower: Fostering active participation, whether in person or virtual, transforms ordinary events into memorable experiences.

    🔌 Team Building Through Connection: Activities that build psychological safety and personal connections are crucial for strong team dynamics and long-term success.

    🌱 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Matters: Integrating meaningful CSR initiatives, like buddy benches and Mud Pie Kitchens, enhances team collaboration while making a positive community impact.

    🚘 Fun Drives Results: Infusing fun into serious events leads to better engagement, deeper connections, and more productive outcomes for participants.


    Contact Roger at roger@engagementunlimited.ca

    http://www.engagementunlimited.ca


    Click http://engagingvirtualmeetings.com/meet to meet John Chen.


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  • Building Authentic Connections Through Skill Sharing and Collaboration on Skillville with Alexis Snelling
    Jan 14 2026

    Alexis is revolutionizing technologies to connect people via inclusive and collaborative skills based networks to help them reach their next goal in life. As a lifelong advocate on a mission to remove all barriers for every human to have access and human right to unlock the skills necessary to pursue their next life goals.


    Named as Top 10 Women founders to Watch in 2023 by Forbes Group. SkillVill | WeTransact progressive web app (PWA) was featured in 2022 at Google I/O Extended as AI for Good and Leveling the playing field for Entrepreneurship and is now expanding to all underserved groups globally. As a Google Women Techmaker Ambassador, Alexis is always pushing the boundaries of art, technology and impact to foster better alternatives for underserved people to collectively unlock resources and maximize their global impact together.



    In this episode, we discuss the following:

    🤝 How Skillville is transforming social networking by connecting people through shared skills and purposeful collaboration.

    🫂 The significance of psychological safety and authenticity in building stronger, more meaningful relationships.

    💻 Practical strategies for using technology to foster inclusive communities and drive real-world impact.

    🚀 The value of embracing mistakes, learning quickly, and using failures as opportunities for growth and innovation.


    Resources:

    https://skillvill.com


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  • How to Transform Failed Presentations into Powerful Talks with Neil Thompson
    Jan 7 2026

    After one too many failed presentations, Neil Thompson knew he had to improve. He did so, and now, via his company Teach the Geek, he works with technical professionals like himself to improve their presentation skills. He’s the creator of the Teach the Geek to Speak online public speaking course, geared towards those in the technical fields. He hosts a podcast, the Teach the Geek podcast, interviewing technical professionals about their public speaking journeys. He’s also author of the book, Teach the Geek to Speak: a no-fluff public speaking guide for STEM Professionals and the accompanying workbook.


    In this episode, we discuss the following:

    👨🏻‍🏫 The importance of effective presentation skills for technical professionals - Neil Thompson shares his journey of improving his presentation skills and how it led to the creation of his company, Teach the Geek.

    🎙️ The value of being a podcast guest - Discussion on how being a guest on podcasts can amplify your business, featuring insights from Neil Thompson’s recent article in Inc. Magazine.

    🚫 The concept of "anti-selling" in podcasting - Exploring the approach of bringing value to an audience instead of aggressively selling products or services during a podcast appearance.

    🗣 Strategies for finding and pitching to podcasts - Tips from Neil on how to identify relevant podcasts and approach hosts to become a guest, including the use of resources like ListenNotes.

    Resources:
    https://teachthegeek.com/

    Read his 2/14/24 article on how being a podcast guest can help your business - https://www.inc.com/neil-thompson/bei...


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  • Celebrating 40 Years of Innovation in Event Technology with Corbin Ball
    Dec 31 2025

    Corbin is retiring, and we're going to reflect on his amazing career.

    Corbin Ball, CSP, CMP, DES, MS is an international speaker, consultant and writer helping clients worldwide use technology to improve the business process of events and exhibitions while enhancing the attendee experience. After 18 years running international city-wide technology meetings, Corbin transitioned in 1997 to become a highly acclaimed speaker with the ability to make complex subjects understandable and fun. Corbin is a 2018 inductee into the Event Industry Council's Hall of Leaders, the most prestigious honor in the meetings, conventions, exhibitions and events industry. He is the only person to have received both the MPI International Supplier of the Year and the MPI International Chapter Leader of the Year awards. Corbin has been named as one of "The 25 Most Influential People in the Meetings Industry" five times by Successful Meetings/MeetingNews magazines.


    In this episode, we discuss the following:

    🏖️ Corbin Ball's Retirement - The episode celebrates Corbin Ball's retirement after a distinguished career in the meetings industry.

    ⚙️Technology's Evolution - Corbin discusses how technology, including PCs, the internet, mobile tech, and AI, has revolutionized meetings and events.

    💪Industry Impact - Colleagues reflect on Corbin's significant impact on the industry and their careers.

    💥Future of Meetings - The conversation delves into the future of meetings, focusing on AI's potential to transform the industry further.

    🌍Inclusivity Challenges - The discussion also addresses ensuring global access and inclusivity in an increasingly digital world.


    Resources:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/corbinball/

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  • How Doppler Labs is Changing the Hearing Aid Industry with Jim Humphries
    Dec 24 2025

    In this episode, I discuss their groundbreaking hearing aid platform with Jim Humphries, President of Doppler Labs. Jim shares insights into their innovative technology, the development journey, and the social impact of making audiologist-quality hearing accessible and affordable. Join us as we uncover how Doppler Labs transforms the hearing aid industry and improves lives globally.

    Jim Humphries is the President of Aurasen, Inc. (dba Doppler Labs), which Empowers Consumers Globally To Control Their Own Hearing Health.

    In this episode, we discuss the following:

    🦻 Cutting-Edge Hearing Technology - exploring the innovative platform that provides audiologist-quality hearing assistance.

    🌎 Global Impact and Accessibility, understanding the social impact and efforts to make hearing aids accessible worldwide.

    👀 Future Plans and Vision, hearing about the timeline for product availability and plans for international distribution.



    Resources:
    Doppler Labs Website: www.dopplerlabs.io


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