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Hosted by Professional Conference Organisers Association · business · EN-AU · 49 episodes
Welcome to the 'The Conference Collective' Podcast, celebrating the best in innovation and leadership from those who are creating a positive change in the business events industry. A podcast brought to you by the Professional Conference Organisers Association Inc. and hosted by Libbie Ray from Connected Event Group. This podcast provides listeners with behind the scenes access to some of the key innovators in our industry as they share their honest and raw insights. It highlights how collaboration, innovation and resilience are at the core of the events industry and the reasons we have managed to survive through the most challenging time our industry has faced. Get ready to learn more about the brave new world of the business events industry. This season of 'The Conference Collective' Podcast was primarily recorded live at the PCOA24 conference, in Connected Event Group’s portable recording studio. We will be back recording new episodes at PCOA25, so please reach out to T
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to the 'The Conference Collective' Podcast, celebrating the best in innovation and leadership from those who are creating a positive change in the business events industry. A podcast brought to you by the Professional Conference Organisers Association Inc. and hosted by Libbie Ray from Connected Event Group.
The Conference Collective - Event Management Podcast is hosted by Professional Conference Organisers Association. The show has published 49 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Balancing Innovation and Humanity in an AI World with Julian Moore" (8 September 2026, 32 minutes), "Scaling Smarter: Matt Elliott’s Guide for Leaders" (18 August 2026, 37 minutes), and "What High-Performing Event Marketing Teams Do Differently with Kelly Harvey" (28 July 2026, 36 minutes).
The Conference Collective - Event Management Podcast publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 34 minutes across 49 episodes.
Booking probability for The Conference Collective - Event Management Podcast is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Conference Collective - Event Management Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Conference Collective - Event Management Podcast's contact route on record: public web form.
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Professional Conference Organisers Association hosts The Conference Collective - Event Management Podcast, a business show with 49 episodes published.
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Episode #10
Julian Moore explores the intersection of technology, leadership, and human connection in this episode. He shares insights on how leaders can embrace digital innovation while keeping people at the centre of their...
Episode #9
In this episode, Matt Elliott shares his insights on navigating the challenges of modern business and leadership. He explores how organisations can embrace change, innovate proactively, and build teams that are...
Episode #8
What really sets high-performing event marketing teams apart? It’s not bigger budgets or larger teams. Kelly Harvey believes success comes from understanding your audience, clearly positioning your event, making smart...
Episode #7
For many event professionals, crisis management is something that sits on a checklist until it's needed. But as recent years have shown, disruption can come from anywhere and at any time. In this episode, Libbie Ray...
Episode #6
Shamubeel Eaqub, economist and author, unpacks the economic trends shaping our world and what they mean for leaders and organisations. He shares how businesses can anticipate change, plan strategically, and stay...
Episode #5
Recorded live at the PCOA25 Conference in Christchurch, this episode of The Conference Collective features inclusion strategist Joe Consedine. Joe shares his journey from traditional corporate leadership into diversity...
Episode #4
Recorded live at the PCOA25 Conference in New Zealand, this episode of The Conference Collective features resilience researcher and bestselling author Dr Lucy Hone. Dr Lucy shares the deeply personal journey that shaped...
Episode #3
Recorded live at the PCOA25 Conference in New Zealand, this episode of The Conference Collective features leadership expert Lisa O'Neill. Known for delivering hard truths with humour, Lisa shares her powerful...
Episode #2
Recorded live at PCOA25, this episode of The Conference Collective Podcast features futurist and entrepreneur Brooke Howard-Smith in conversation with Libbie Ray. Together they explore how AI, the creator economy and...
Episode #1
Recorded live at PCOA25 in New Zealand, Libbie Ray sits down with Kath Koschel to explore the real impact of kindness on leadership, workplace culture and human connection. The conversation unpacks the difference...
Episode #9
In this episode of The Conference Collective , we’re joined by Ashton Bishop , strategy expert and award-winning keynote speaker, to explore how event professionals can apply Next Horizon Thinking to stay competitive in...
Episode #8
Anthony Laye reveals the power of understanding human behavior in business and events. In this episode, he shares strategies for reading body language, responding to client feedback, and ensuring your communication...
Episode #7
Jacqui shares her journey from hotels to starting her own business, revealing the lessons learned along the way. She talks about the importance of training, mentorship, and fostering relationships in the event industry...
Episode #6
Dr. Sean Richardson draws from his experience in high-intensity sports to discuss how to perform at the highest level under pressure. In this episode, he reveals strategies for managing stress, preventing burnout, and...
Episode #5
In this episode, Karen Bolinger shares her journey through the events industry and discusses how events can be more than just a good time - they can be a catalyst for intellectual and social impact. She talks about the...
Episode #4
Dr. Louise Mahler discusses the intersection of performance and communication, emphasising how to incorporate confidence-building techniques into everyday business practices. She talks about how your voice, tone, and...
Episode #3
Join us as we chat with Kelly Maynard about her unique journey from working in hotels to leading Business Events Australia. Kelly takes us through her experiences traveling the world and attending events as a customer...
Episode #2
In this episode, we sit down with Lauren Parsons to explore the art of thriving under pressure, particularly in the fast-paced and often stressful world of events. Lauren shares how resilience, mindset, and self-care...
Episode #1
Adam Spencer explores the exciting role AI will play in the future of events, from overcoming language barriers to personalising marketing efforts. He discusses how improvisation skills, along with preparation and AI...
Episode #10
Join us on The Conference Collective as Nicole White delves into the crucial topic of self-care in the bustling world of events. Nicole emphasises the importance of personal well-being for professionals in the industry...
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