From Athlete to Operator: Miranda Kewley on Events, AI, and Leading with Detail

In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Miranda Kewley shares her journey from being a D1 athlete to becoming the Director of Operations at an event venue. She discusses the challenges of managing diverse personalities in the event space, the importance of detail and communication, and how AI is beginning to play a role in the industry. Miranda also reflects on her day-to-day responsibilities and offers valuable advice for young graduates entering the workforce.

Takeaways:

• Understand when to push and when to lean back.
• Balancing personal life and career is crucial.
• Event management requires coordination of various personalities.
• Attention to detail is vital in creating a great experience.
• AI can enhance event planning but can't replace personal touch.
• Communication is key in operations and event management.
• Learning from both sides of the industry is beneficial.
• Future goals include focusing strictly on events.
• Managing expectations is essential for client satisfaction.
• Patience is important in achieving long-term goals.

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