175: Navigating the Gap Between Event Expectations and Reality ft. Emee Pumarega

In this episode of the Events Demystified podcast, host Anca Platon Trifan discusses the gap between expectations and reality at industry events with guest Emee Pumarega, a seasoned event planning professional and founder of EJP Events, shares her insights from over two decades of experience in designing inclusive and creative events. The conversation covers the common disconnects between what attendees expect and what they actually experience at events, as well as actionable strategies to bridge these gaps. Highlights include discussions on sustainability, inclusivity, and the importance of experiencing the host city. Emee also shares her unique perspective as an urban cycling advocate and offers tips on how event planners can create more meaningful and accessible experiences for all attendees.00:00 Introduction to Expectations vs. Reality in Events02:12 Meet Our Expert Guest: Emee Pumarega02:50 Emee's Passion for Urban Cycling and Sustainability03:40 Diving into the Industry Events Gap04:12 The Brompton Bike: A Sustainable Travel Solution06:58 Challenges and Logistics of Traveling with a Bike13:00 The Disconnect Between Expectations and Reality14:07 Top Three Disconnects in Industry Events22:39 Addressing the Disconnects: Practical Solutions28:35 The Multiplier Effect in Accessibility29:19 Dietary Considerations in Event Planning30:06 Personal Experiences and Event Planning Challenges34:12 Strategies for Inclusive Event Planning50:33 The Role of Technology in Event Planning54:06 Conclusion and Future Vision for Events--------------------------------------------------------------Sponsored and Produced by Tree-Fan Events LLC. Discover the future of events: https://ai.treefanevents.comLet's change the way we plan, produce, and experience events together!--------------------------------------------------------------Connect with your Podcast Host at the links below:LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ancatrifan/⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/treefan_events/⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/eventsdemystifiedpodcast/⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/fit.mindful.maven/⁠⁠--------------------------------------------------------------⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Original Podcast Music written and produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fable Score Music.⁠⁠------------------------------------------------------------⁠⁠“Events: demystified” Podcast ⁠⁠is brought to you by ⁠⁠Tree-Fan Events⁠⁠ LLC, a leading woman-owned boutique event planning and production agency offering a comprehensive approach to event management and production, with a focus on enhancing the attendee experience with the #FIT4EVENTS framework for a holistic event cycle in order to create memorable events.

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