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🎧 Episode 33: Behind the Scenes at BITAC — First-Time MC & What You Can Expect

March 19, 2026 • Vibrant Management • Season 3 • Episode 33

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In this episode, Cody & Meagan recap a huge milestone—Cody’s first time serving as Master of Ceremonies at a BITAC event, kicking things off at BITAC Luxury in Naples, Florida.

Cody shares a behind-the-scenes look at what makes BITAC events so unique in the hospitality space, why they’re so valuable for both operators and vendors, and what you can expect if you ever get the opportunity to attend.

If you’ve ever been curious about BITAC—or wondered if it’s worth your time—this episode breaks it all down.

🔹 Segment 1: First-Time MC Experience
Cody shares what it was like stepping into the MC role for the first time, the energy of the event, and what surprised him most about being on the other side of the experience.

🔹 Segment 2: What Makes BITAC Different
Not your typical conference. Cody & Meagan talk about:

The one-on-one meeting format
High-quality networking
Curated attendees
Why conversations actually lead to real business

🔹 Segment 3: What to Expect as an Attendee
Whether you’re a hotel owner, operator, or vendor, Cody breaks down:

How the schedule works
What the meetings are like
How to prepare
How to get the most value out of your time

🔹 Segment 4: Upcoming BITAC Events Cody Will Be MC’ing
Cody announces the upcoming events where he’ll be serving as Master of Ceremonies:

BITAC® Luxury 2026 | February 22–24, 2026
📍 Naples Grande Beach Resort | Naples, Florida
BITAC® Operations 2026 | April 26–28, 2026
📍 Luminary Hotel | Fort Myers, Florida
BITAC® Casino Resorts 2026 | June 7–9, 2026
📍 The Phoenician | Scottsdale, Arizona
BITAC® Purchasing & Design Summer 2026 | July 12–14, 2026
📍 JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District | Savannah, Georgia
BITAC® Purchasing & Design Fall 2026 | October 25–27, 2026
📍 La Costa Resort | Carlsbad, California
BITAC® Owners Fall 2026 | November 15–17, 2026
📍 VEA Newport Beach | Newport Beach, California

🔹 Segment 5: How to Get Involved
Interested in attending a future BITAC event as a sponsor or executive? Cody shares how to get connected and why now is the time to get involved.

👉 Learn more about BITAC events:
https://www.bitac.net/

📩 Reach out directly to Cody:
cody@thevibrantteam.com

Whether you're looking to grow your network, discover new partners, or stay ahead in hospitality, this episode gives you a front-row seat to one of the most impactful event series in the industry.