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Welcome to the Convention Center Podcast brought to you by the Myrtle Beach Convention Center. Podcast guests are industry professionals that will share relevant content, related to the conventions, trade shows, public events, and sport competitions and tournaments. We invite you to listen monthly, making our southeast convention center podcast your inside source to best practices, hot topics, meeting industry trends, and innovative and creative marketing in the hospitably and event industry.
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Fire Up Your Event Planning: Safety Tips You Can’t Afford to Miss
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Hey there, meeting planners and event producers! I'm Tiffany Andrews, your host for this episode of the Convention Center Podcast, where we're diving into one of the most important topics in the meetings and events world—fire and safety guidelines. Whether you're putting together your first event or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with tips …
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Destination Matters: How the Right Location Supercharges Event Attendance
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This episode is about a game-changing factor for event success: choosing the right destination. Because, let's face it, the perfect location isn't just a backdrop—it's a magnet that draws attendees in! And who better to join us for this conversation than Mark Kruea? Mark recently retired after 26 years as the Public Information Director for the Cit…
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The Latest Trends in the Hospitality Industry
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In this episode, we explore the top trends reshaping the hospitality industry, focusing on conventions and tradeshows in the vibrant Southeast. From digitalization and technology integration to the unique Be You Disco Experience, we cover the innovations and practices making waves in event planning and execution. We delve into the importance of dig…
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In the latest episode of The Convention Center Podcast, our host delves into the pivotal role of audio-visual (AV) technology and targeted advertising in elevating event planning. The episode kicks off with a deep dive into the importance of integrating AV solutions from the onset of planning. Early prioritization of AV ensures a dynamic and engagi…
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Weathering the Storm: Hosting Events During Nature's Fury
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This episode of the Convention Center Podcast dives into the collaboration between an event producer, convention center team, and hotel staff that saved the Myrtle Beach World Am's 19th Hole event from the claws of Tropical Storm Idalia. Our distinguished guests, Scott Tomasello – Tournament Director for the Myrtle Beach World Amateur and Myra Star…
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No box was checked with the creation of this podcast episode on DEI. We invite you to listen to our robust conversation with Kelvin Waites the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the City of Myrtle Beach. Waites shares his view on why critical steps are necessary for fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. During the podcast, Wai…
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Have You Added Local Law Enforcement To Your Event’s Checklist?
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Chief Amy Prock and Master Corporal Tom Vest of the Myrtle Beach Police Department are MBCC’s podcast guests. Listen in, as we do a deep dive with law enforcement officers as it relates to planning your next event. Chief Prock and Master Corporal Vest shares the importance of event organizers and producers collaborating with host city’s police depa…
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Brain Coolbaugh is the owner of Cool Ideas Marketing, a promotional company that supplies everything from printing business cards to custom advertising specialty items. In this podcast, Coolbaugh answers “the” marketing question…Is Print Dead? As our guest on the Convention Center Podcast, Coolbaugh shares insight on promotional branding: • Best B2…
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Reggie Dyson is the General Manager at WMIR Rejoice radio 103.5fm, 95.5fm, and 1200am, also three times Stellar Award Nominee. The podcast opens with Dyson sharing profound moments regarding his recent outdoor event – Myrtle Beach Waves of Praise Gospel Fest, an outdoor music festival going into its 4th year. As our guest on the Convention Center P…
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Michelle Stinson Ross is the CMO of Mindful Appy. The company works with organizations that are ready to embrace a cultural shift to create a Psychologically safe workplace. Mindful Appy analyzes the company’s data derived from KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and evaluates employees’ emotional engagement by using NEI (Net Emotional Index). As you…
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Top 5 Trends to Anticipate for 2nd & 3rd Quarter of 2022
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Tiffany Andrews the Sales and Marketing Administrator at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center provides projected meeting and event industry trends for the next two upcoming quarters. For this podcast, Andrews isn’t the host, however as a marketing and advertising professional her expertise in analyzing data proves to be extremely beneficial in antici…
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Creating Memorable Experiences For Athletes During A Pandemic Is Possible!
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Shannon Smith the Director of Operational Excellence at Varsity All Star shares what the key ingredients are in creating successful cheer and dance competitions before and during COVID-19. Knowing that cheering is shifting towards being a sanctioned sport makes listening to Smith’s podcast most beneficial. This month’s podcast offers insight into V…
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Chris Lindstrom the concessions manager at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center and a host of other city outdoor venues shares protocols and profits. In this podcast, Chris discusses: How to responsibly package concession foods Importance of sanitizing food preparation counters and all equipment Staff wearing masks and the frequency of changing glove…
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How the COVID-Pandemic Effected Booking Events
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For a convention facility to continue hosting events during COVID-19 requires adaptability and understanding the importance of guests’ safety. Rita Harrell, a veteran in sales and the hospitality industry shares her effective booking strategy. Learn how to communicate with planners that require face-to-face events during a pandemic, when a hybrid c…
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GBAC is the cleaning industry’s only outbreak prevention, response, and recovery accreditation for facilities. The Myrtle Beach Convention Center’s top priority is to make every effort towards keeping and maintaining a thoroughly clean and safe environment, free from the risk of infections and diseases, both for our employees and our guests. Kayla …
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