Hosted by Kershaw Partners · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 19 episodes
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Welcome to the Event Matters Podcast , a new podcast from Kershaw Partners about the realities of running, growing and scaling event businesses today. Hosted by David Watt , each episode keeps things open, honest and practical so you walk away with ideas you can use the same week. Expect straight-talking updates on the market, candid conversations with expert leaders from across venues, agencies, caterers and suppliers and the wider industry, plus valuable insights and advice you can implement within your own business.
Kershaw Partners hosts Event Matters, a business show with 19 episodes published.
In this episode of Event Matters, David Watt is joined by Shea McNelis, Co-Founder of Integrity Security, one of Ireland’s fastest-growing event security businesses. What began as a bold decision to launch a new company
In this episode of Event Matters, David Watt is joined by Craig Mathie, Co-Founder of Project 30 – an event production and project management business delivering work across some of the UK’s biggest sporting, cultural an
In this episode of Event Matters, David Watt is joined by Gavin Farley, Founder and CEO of asembl.group – a fast-growing events ecosystem built on entrepreneurial instinct, resilience and a relentless drive to challenge
Taran O’Doherty’s journey from teenage dreamer to thriving business owner proves success is built on adaptability, grit, and clear values. In this candid conversation, Taran shares how he and his partner Ben transformed
Lisa James, founder of the Wentworth Collective is known for her 30 years in hospitality, high-end event creation, and her candid insights on leadership, wellbeing, and cultural transformation. In this episode, Lisa shar
Deborah Rey-Burns' unique journey from finance to art to founding Propeller showcases a radical approach to sourcing and shaping speakers who cut through the noise. She’s built an industry niche, representing future-faci
In this episode, Cindy Eisenhuth shares her extraordinary transition from London's high-end restaurant scene to managing some of the world's most prestigious air shows and events. After moving across the world from Austr
In this engaging conversation, Jason Mulhall, founder of Karnival, shares his unique journey from law to banking and consultancy to the vibrant world of street food and events. He discusses the important role that consul
In this episode of Event Matters, Joanna Andrews shares her journey from a successful performing artist to the founder of Charm Productions, an event business that specialises in unique entertainment experiences. After a
In this episode of the Event Matters podcast, Jason Brown, Founder and CEO of Technical Solutions, shares his unconventional journey into the events industry. He discusses the impact of ADHD on his career, the importance
In this January edition of Event Matters, David Watt is joined by Kershaw Partners, Mike Kershaw and Richard Dean, for an honest but optimistic conversation about what the coming year will bring for the events industry.
In this episode of Events Matters, David Watt speaks with Andrew Charlton, Founder and CEO of Hashtag Events, exploring his unique journey from the legal profession to becoming a prominent figure in the events industry.
In this episode of Event Matters, David Watt is joined by Ben Hardy, Managing Director of Richmond Event Management, to explore what leadership really looks like when you are responsible for delivering complex, high-visi
In this festive episode of Event Matters, David Watt is joined by Kershaw Partners, Mike Kershaw and Richard Dean, for a brilliantly honest (and often very funny) look at what’s really going on inside event businesses as
In this episode of Event Matters, David Watt and Mike Kershaw are joined by Rita Chandarana, Founder of Eventologists – a creative events company built on grit, passion and a relentless commitment to delivering the beaut
In this episode of Event Matters, David Watt is joined by Holly Faulkner, Co-Founder of Purple Patch Group and Presentation Experts – two businesses built on one core belief: great events and presentations don’t just loo
In this episode of Event Matters, David Watt is joined by Lucy Nicholls, Founder and Creative Director of The PS Event Group - an imagination-led experience company known for blending theatre, psychology and commercial t
In this episode of Event Matters, David Watt and Mike Kershaw are joined by Chris Lind, Founder and CEO of Shore Events, a 20 person events agency built on clarity, consistency and genuine care for the people who keep it
In this episode of Event Matters, David Watt is joined by Simran Whitham, founder of FORMAT Group - now one of the world’s largest games industry nightlife festivals and a thriving creative events movement. Simran shares
Welcome to the very first episode of Event Matters from Kershaw Partners. In this opening conversation, David Watt, Mike Kershaw and Richard Dean share stories from forty years in the events industry. From Ryder Cup melt
Gordon Ramsay
host of Next Level Chef
1 appearance on this show
Jason Brown
Olympic Medallist, Team USA Figure Skater & LGBTQ+ Trailblazer on Life On and Off the Ice · Alberta Outdoor Adventure Expo
1 appearance on this show
Richard Dean
CEO and Team Principal · United Autosports
2 appearances on this show
Ben Hardy
Olympian and former captain of the Australian national volleyball team · Richmond Event Management
1 appearance on this show
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