
Smart Start Radio: Fuel for the Purpose Generation of Meeting Planners
From GenZ Digital Dreamers to Millennial Masters and Boomer Bosses, we all have something to learn and teach each other. Smart Meetings editors Eming Piansay and Sara Robertson lead critical conversations to facilitate elevating experiences. From engagement to entrepreneurship and empathy, this series is dedicated to the continuing education of event professionals looking to get a leg up on the latest trends, along with two hospitality writers on the journey themselves.
Join Community Experience Editor Sara Robertson and Multimedia Editor Eming Piansay in the conversation and check out more from Smart Meetings at www.smartmeetings.com
Podcasting since 2024 • 14 episodes
Smart Start Radio: Fuel for the Purpose Generation of Meeting Planners
Latest Episodes
Coffee Chat: Real Talk on Rebranding, Podcasting and Finding Your Voice
In this first-ever Coffee Chat, your hosts Eming Piansay and Sara Robertson sit down, coffee in hand, to spill the behind-the-scenes story of Smart Start Radio's journey — from its early roots as "Meeting of the Minds" to becoming an award-winn...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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29:57

From Vision to Venue: How AI Is Transforming Event Planning
In this episode of Smart Start Radio, co-hosts Eming Piansay and Sara Robertson kick things off with exciting news—their podcast is a finalist for the ASBPE Best New Podcast Award. They’re joined by Yaron Lipshitz, CEO of P...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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1:14:33

Designing Events for Everyone: Neuroinclusivity with Megan Henshall
In this enlightening episode of Smart Start Radio, sit down with visionary leader Megan Henshall to explore the power of neuroinclusivity in event design and the workplace. Formerly a strategic lead at Google, Henshall shares her...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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49:20

Beyond the Plate: The Art of Culinary Event Planning
In this deliciously insightful episode of Smart Start Radio, we dive into the evolving world of fine dining and its role in creating unforgettable event experiences. Join hosts Eming Piansay and Sara Robertson as they explore the Bay A...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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1:21:10

Training Tomorrow’s Planners: The Role of AI and Emerging Tech Trends
Evolving technology, Super Agents and AI-produced podcasts- oh my! What does it all mean for meeting planners? In this latest discussion of Smart Start Radio, Smart Meetings editors Sara Robertson and Eming Piansay cha...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:02:14
