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
Smart Start Radio: Fuel for the Purpose Generation of Meeting Planners
Smart Women, Smarter Careers: Lessons in Leadership and Resilience
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In this special Smart Women edition of Smart Start Radio, hosts Eming Piansay and Sara Robertson sit down with two powerhouse leaders in the meetings and events industry—Cherryl Brazier, President of Anchor Collection, and Anh Nguyen, President and Co-Founder of Spark Event Collective.
From falling into the industry “by accident” to leading international businesses, Cherryl and Anh share candid stories about their career journeys, lessons learned, and the pivotal moments that shaped them. They open up about overcoming imposter syndrome, redefining hustle culture, and the importance of mentorship, flexibility, and building a strong network.
Listeners will walk away with fresh insights on:
- How to grow your career by embracing both intention and serendipity.
- Why resilience and community are the ultimate success tools.
- How women in meetings can step into leadership and own their accomplishments.
Whether you’re just starting out or at the top of your game, this episode is packed with inspiration, practical advice and the fire to keep moving forward.