Flock Together

"One of the big strengths of this industry is the inclusivity"

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:31:11 GMT

Daniel Reid, Assistant VP, Global Sales (Europe) at Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts, talks about the importance of inclusivity in luxury hotels. He also tells stories of Mauritius, Italy and his dream incentive to Japan with Bill Murray.

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"We'd really love greater transparency"

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:24:50 GMT

Victoria Batten, Senior Director, Luxury Sales EMEA at Hilton, talks about the need for greater transparency between hotels and agents. She also tells stories of Paris, Alaska and her dream incentive to Seychelles with George Clooney.

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"In this country we are not taken seriously"

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:14:11 GMT

Anne Golden, General Manager at Pan Pacific London, talks about how the hospitality industry is overlooked and that leadership needs to be inspiring. She also tells stories of Singapore, Monaco and her dream incentive to Japan with Viggo Mortensen.

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"If you are coming to an event... show up"

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:13:12 GMT

Mark Andreas Beverlo, Senior Director - Group Sales (Europe) at Preferred Hotels & Resorts, talks about no-shows at industry events. He also tells stories of Borneo, South Africa and his dream incentive to Machu Picchu with Sara Cox and Stacey Dooley.

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"Life's about stories, and I've had some wonderful experiences"

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Alan Love, Regional Vice President at ALHI, talks about how thankful he is for the wonderful people and experiences in the industry. He also tells stories of The Algarve, Sao Paolo and his dream incentive driving across the US with Jeremy Clarkson.

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"Make the most of it, it's the best job in the world"

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 14:47:57 GMT

Gavin Farley, CEO at asembl, talks about embracing and enjoying everything that comes with working in the events industry. He also tells stories of South Korea, Australia and his dream incentive to Necker Island with Richard Branson.

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"I'd rather have meaningful conversations with new people"

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 11:22:53 GMT

Jody Jones, Managing Director at Shore Events, talks about the need for industry networking events to be reformed. She also tells stories of Switzerland, Bora Bora and her dream incentive to Egypt with Simon Reeve.

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"Be authentic, be original and have an opinion"

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 19:06:37 GMT

Debbie Crosswell, Client Relationship Director at Top Banana, talks about owning mistakes and being authentic. She also tells stories of Rome, Thailand and her dream incentive in Southeast Asia with Michael McIntyre.

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"With great power, comes great responsibility"

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 15:43:34 GMT

Paul Lake, Creative Experience Designer at søster, talks about normalising travel as a force for good. He also tells stories of Atlanta, KwaZulu-Natal and his dream incentive to Myanmar with Paddy McGuinness.

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"Teachers told me I was going to end up dead or in prison"

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:48:38 GMT

Matt Culverhouse, former Director of Strategic Accounts & Growth at Opus, talks about taking stock of the amazing opportunities in events. He also tells stories of Doha, Mexico and his dream incentive to Bali with Princess Diana and Michael Jackson.

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"We've got to think of the attendees more"

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:56:13 GMT

Ryan Galloway, Director at Elevate Events & Incentives, talks about avoiding gimmicks and focusing on what matters. He also tells stories of Iceland, Mexico and his dream incentive to Micronesia with Jimmy Carr.

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"The camaraderie of the crew is so wonderful"

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 13:55:37 GMT

Stephanie Simpson, Account Director at DRPG, talks about appreciating the people at the heart of the events industry. She also tells stories of Vienna, Montenegro and her dream incentive to South Africa and Canada with Miriam Margolyes.

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"I want us to look after the future generations"

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT

Jake Burnham, Sales Director at First Event, talks helping those that are new to the industry. He also tells stories of Brazil, Dubrovnik and his dream incentive to Egypt with Liam Gallagher.

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"There's some amazing new talent out there"

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 16:53:15 GMT

Ami Dorkings, Head of Events at Shore Events, talks about the stigma around Gen Z and the value of the next generation. She also tells stories of Iceland, Costa Rica and her dream incentive to Necker Island with David Beckham.

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"Just be kind, it's not hard"

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT

Joe O'Connell, CEO of Black Book, talks about the importance of being kind and having empathy. He also tells stories of Mexico, Tokyo and his dream incentive to Turks & Caicos with the cast of Schitt's Creek.

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"Look after yourself and manage expectations"

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 14:50:00 GMT

Hannah Spurdle, Account Director at asembl, talks about the importance of work-life balance and personal health. She also tells stories of Madrid, Thailand and her dream incentive to Chamonix with Molly Bloom.

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"We need to be more transparent with each other"

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 14:59:21 GMT

Maria Tsierkezos, Director of Client Growth & Marketing at Nteractive, talks about being honest when it comes to FAM trips. She also tells stories of Nairobi, Beverly Hills and her dream incentive around the world with Adele, Emma Grede and Kris Jenner.

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"Take a step back and look at the bigger picture"

Mon, 26 May 2025 14:10:01 GMT

Gaby Duranti-Hey, Senior Account Manager at Strata Creative Communications, talks about enjoying what you do and recognising the impact. She also tells stories of Copenhagen, Vancouver and her dream incentive to Bora Bora with Trevor Noah.

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"Inclusive leadership is required to drive effective change"

Mon, 12 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Janine Hart, Managing Director at Pure Communications, talks about the importance of representation and creating actionable steps to address biases. She also tells stories of Paris, Brazil and her dream incentive to Tanzania with Oprah.

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"We need to prioritise our people and planet over profits"

Mon, 05 May 2025 10:25:52 GMT

Josh King, VP of Growth at emc3, talks about the importance of holistic sustainability, not just the environmental aspects. He also tells stories of Miami, The Maldives and his dream incentive to Glastonbury and Ibiza.

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"Emotions are what make a lasting impression"

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 13:11:34 GMT

Ellie Rayner, Growth Account Director at Your Event Solutions, talks about transforming occasions into unforgettable moments. She also tells stories of Marbella, Oman and her dream incentive to the Serengeti with Ellen.

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"No one knows what MICE means"

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 19:01:49 GMT

Arran Cruickshanks, Managing Director of mccglc, talks about the need to simplify our industry to attract new people. He also tells stories about Thailand, Budapest and his dream incentive to Dubai and Australia with Rob Beckett.

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"We don't have enough representation in the industry"

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 12:09:57 GMT

Alicia Christie, Events Team Lead at Reed & Mackay, talks about improving diversity by increasing representation. She also tells stories of Fuerteventura, Belize and her dream incentive to Cappadocia with Kelly Rowland.

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"Amy Winehouse has popped up a few times in my career"

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 09:12:19 GMT

Becky Shore, Founder at Truffl Venue Sourcing, talks about inviting inspiration and embracing community. She also tells stories of Morocco, Lake Louise and her dream incentive to Seychelles with Amy Winehouse.

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"My life turned upside down when I was diagnosed with cancer"

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 13:53:18 GMT

Beth Turner, Senior Project Manager at DRPG, talks about her experience with cervical cancer and menopause. She also tells stories of Quebec, Switzerland and her dream incentive to New Zealand with Dolly Alderton.

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"Don't just do what we've always done for the sake of it"

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 15:06:46 GMT

Lucy Stewart, Managing Director at we are hoopla, talks about acting with purpose. She also tells stories of Helsinki, Lisbon and her dream incentive on board the Belmond Orient Express with Elton John.

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"How are we making the events industry inclusive for everyone?"

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:43:21 GMT

Russell Graham-Brown, Account Manager at BCD Meetings & Events, talks about getting new people into the industry. He also tells stories of Edinburgh, Verbier and his dream incentive to Necker Island with the cast of Absolutely Fabulous.

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"Going from venue to agency was harder than I thought"

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 13:29:23 GMT

Colleen Gray, Client Services Director at Black Book, talks about the importance of embracing opportunities within the industry. She also tells stories of Prague, Melbourne and her dream incentive to Banff with Elton John.

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"Know that what you do is special and valuable"

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 08:47:07 GMT

Daniel Broadberry, Head of Business Operations at Brands At Work, talks about the power events have to effect change. He also tells stories of Lake Como, Croatia and his dream incentive trip around the world with Patrick Stewart.

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"Huge events are really starting to think about moving out of London"

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:08:40 GMT

Kelsey Schnell, Client Engagement Manager at Inspirational Venues & Events, talks about the price of London hotels and venues. She also tells stories of Dublin, Oman and her dream incentive trip to Iceland with Emilia Clarke.

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"We need to embrace the diversity of learning styles"

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 15:02:23 GMT

Stephen Pickett, Managing Director of Live Group, talks about creating events for diverse audiences. He also tells stories of Grand Rapids, San Diego and his dream incentive road trip with Bruce Springsteen.

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"More honesty and transparency means you can give a much better service"

Fri, 31 May 2024 12:57:26 GMT

Sam Trevenna, Co-Founder & COO of Goose Live Events, talks about creating fairer pitching processes. She also tells stories of Palm Springs, Monaco and her dream incentive to India with Princess Diana.

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"Too often individuals encounter discrimination, prejudice and hostility"

Thu, 23 May 2024 11:52:51 GMT

Pete Rolfe, Client Services Director at TAG, talks about equality and representation in the industry. He also tells stories of India, Saint Lucia and his dream incentive to Brazil with David Attenborough and Lady Gaga.

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"Time is our commodity, it's about being strict with it"

Tue, 14 May 2024 05:53:17 GMT

Russell Allen, Founder of Crescendo, talks about understanding the value of time. He also tells stories of Budapest, Puglia and his dream incentive trip to Oman with Stephen Fry.

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"It might be the teacher in me... but I just think it's rude"

Fri, 03 May 2024 13:42:26 GMT

Kerry Coburn, Senior Event Manager at Eventful, talks about a lack of basic manners in the industry. She also tells stories of Cannes, Syria and her dream incentive trip to South America with Salma Hayek.

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"It's not just about your CV or your qualifications"

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 13:49:31 GMT

Emma Chamberlain, Director Partnerships & Strategic Sourcing at FIRST, talks about giving new talent a chance. She also tells stories of Hamburg, Barbados and her dream incentive trip to the Himalayas.

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"As an industry we make a lot of promises that we don't follow through with"

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 16:53:54 GMT

Dom Garner, Co-Founder & Executive Producer at Ten Thousand Hours talks about the need for the industry to deliver on its promises. He also tells stories of Ibiza, the Virgin Islands, and his dream incentive trip to Tokyo.

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"Partnering is so important for everyone to get maximum value"

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 17:38:21 GMT

Emma Duncan, Head of Operations at asembl, talks about affective partnerships between corporates and agencies. She also tells stories of Crete, Copenhagen and her dream incentive trip snowboarding with Brené Brown.

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"Experienced people are exhausted and working relentlessly hard"

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 19:08:26 GMT

David Watt, CEO of CI Group, talks about the shortage of talent and its impact on the experienced. He also tells stories of Greece, Monaco and his dream incentive trip to Australia.

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"Generation Z want the opportunity to travel with their work"

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 13:38:25 GMT

Mat Browne, Global Customer Success Manager at Reed & Mackay M&E, talks about the importance of combining business with leisure when travelling for work. He also tells stories of The Bahamas, Vancouver and his dream incentive trip to Sri Lanka.

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"Supporting underrepresented communities to educate and elevate"

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 17:26:51 GMT

Claudia Stephenson, Managing Director EMEA of INVNT GROUP, talks about providing education and supporting those from different socio-economic backgrounds. She also tells stories of Boston, Paris, Abu Dhabi and her dream incentive trip to India.

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"We're in a position where the accusation of greenwashing isn't far away"

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 16:29:52 GMT

Ian Cummings, Global Head of CWT M&E, talks about addressing sustainability and leaving destinations better off than when we arrive. He also tells stories of Istanbul, Australia, Marrakesh and his dream incentive trip around Southeast Asia.

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"That event changed how I experience and look at the world"

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 09:00:55 GMT

Heidi Williams, Client Relationship Manager at BI Worldwide, talks about accessibility at events and making positive change for everybody. She also tells stories of Dubrovnik, Gibraltar, Las Vegas and her dream incentive trip to Cappadocia.

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"We've got to go back to what's really important in events"

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 09:00:21 GMT

Steve Lang, Director at Motiv8 International talks about the transfer of enthusiasm and putting people first. He also tells stories of Madrid, Dublin, the USA and his dream incentive trip to New Orleans.

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"We hired a junior creative that was trained as a plumber"

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 09:00:05 GMT

Elena Clowes, Senior Creative Producer at Cheerful Twentyfirst and Co-Founder of Event First Steps talks about encouraging diversity and being open-minded when hiring. She also tells stories of Dubai, New York, Vietnam and her dream Indomalayan incentive trip.

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Trailer

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 08:49:17 GMT

What to expect from the new podcast for travel and events professionals, and how guests will become birds of a feather!

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