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The Events Insight

The Events Insight

By: Jack Saward & Karen Edwards
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Welcome to The Events Insight, created to entertain, enlighten and inspire anyone involved in or thinking of joining our exciting and diverse events industry. We bring you illuminating tales from some amazing people in a vast array of roles and from all across the globe. Each week we chat to a different guest and share their stories with you; how and why they got into events, what they’ve learned on the way and why they’re still here!

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Episodes
  • You don’t need to know how to make the sausage - With Adrienne Fitzgerald
    Mar 4 2026

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    In the first episode of Season 16 Karen and Jack chat to the rather fabulous Adrienne Fitzgerald. An energetic, focussed, determined Strategic Account Manager for CORT Events. With a degree in fabrics, listen in and experience her journey from fashion to furniture.


    In her current role, Adrienne’s responsibilities include managing the Midwest territory, Exhibit House programming, General Contractor partnerships and Large Corporate events for Gartner, Service NOW and TwitchCON. Her role is all about building and understanding client relationships, and developing lasting partnerships.

    Adrienne has been in the event industry for over 20+ years, prior to joining CORT in 2017 she was managing major Golf industry events and working directly with the USGA and PGA of America.

    Adrienne strongly believes in the value of networking - if you invest in these relationships, you will have a strong dependable community. She is on the Board of Women in Experiential and Midwest Chapter of IAEE. She also supports the EDPA Midwest and Upper Midwest Chapters.

    Adrienne is an avid snow skier, learned to wake surf when she turned 50 and is a cardio junkie working out 5 days a week.

    Adrienne currently lives in Chicago, IL.

    See more about our Season Sponsor – Electric Cat

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    Find out more about our Shoutout Sponsor Church House Westminster

    https://churchhouseconf.co.uk/

    Our Season Quickfire round Sponsor is the The Lewis Foundation

    https://www.thelewisfoundation.co.uk/

    Our partnership with Standout Magazine is also worth following;

    https://standoutmagazine.co.uk/

    Music Credits go to;

    Artist: Cathrine Rannus
    Title: The Events Insight Theme Music

    Music from #Uppbeat:
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    Clarity - Zoo
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    49 mins
  • The Events Insight - Its a Wrap Season 15
    Sep 30 2025

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    Another season already? How can that be?

    Season 15 of The Events Insight Podcast has been another truly fantastic and inspiring journey, with guests from every corner of the events spectrum.

    For this special wrap-up episode, Jack and Karen are joined by two brilliant industry professionals, and loyal listeners Kirsty Goddard and James Molkie, who bring their fresh perspectives and enthusiasm to the conversation.

    Kirsty has over 20 years’ experience in marketing, comms, and events, and is renowned for helping businesses uncover their true goals and communicate their unique personality.

    James is a Creative & Design Director who uses design thinking to solve complex business problems and craft meaningful experiences.

    Together, they dive deep into Season 15, reflecting on our six incredible guests, sharing their biggest takeaways, and highlighting the insights that resonated most. Expect inspiration, behind-the-scenes reflections, and maybe even a few surprises as we close the chapter on another fantastic season.

    Tune in now for a lively discussion and a final look back before we step into Season 16!

    Keep a track of all that's going on with the Podcast via;

    www.theeventsinsight.com/
    www.linkedin.com/company/the-events-insight-podcast/
    www.instagram.com/the_eventsin/

    See more about our Season Sponsor NEC Birmingham via;

    https://www.thenec.co.uk

    Find out more about our Shoutout Sponsor Wavecast via;

    https://wavecast.io

    Our Season Quickfire round Sponsor is the Charity Mommy's Boy ;

    https://mommysboy.co.uk

    Our partnership with Standout Magazine is also worth following;

    https://standoutmagazine.co.uk/



    Music Credits go to;

    Artist: Cathrine Rannus
    Title: The Events Insight Theme Music

    Music from #Uppbeat:
    Forever - Sega Williams
    https://uppbeat.io/t/sega-williams/forever
    License code: 7F5KY293FYDFNVEV

    https://uppbeat.io/t/moire/summer

    License code: WNFODRXZ1ITXJS3H

    Fly Away - Mountaineer
    https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/fly-away
    License code: EKN0IYNUKGUXMCTW

    Clarity - Zoo
    https://uppbeat.io/t/zoo/clarity
    License code: GL25RXVDXIBQWSWL

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • "Go Ducks!" and Doing the Impossible - With Sarah Bennett
    Sep 23 2025

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    In this episode, Jack and Karen catch up with Sarah Bennett, a California-born event professional whose career has come full circle, back to where it all began: with the Anaheim Ducks.

    From her first internship with the hockey club to leading event strategy across the sports, tech, entertainment, and non-profit sectors, Sarah has spent over 15 years mastering the art of delivering unforgettable experiences. Her journey includes roles with the San Diego Padres, the Olympic Water Polo Team, Universal Studios Hollywood, and Spectrum Enterprise.

    Now Senior Manager of Signature Events and Projects for the Anaheim Ducks, Sarah reflects on what it means to “do the impossible” in events and how a positive mindset, patience, and strong planning can make almost anything happen.

    With a philosophy rooted in collaboration and creativity, Sarah proves that no matter the sector, the magic lies in the details.


    Keep a track of all that's going on with the Podcast via;

    www.theeventsinsight.com/
    www.linkedin.com/company/the-events-insight-podcast/
    www.instagram.com/the_eventsin/

    See more about our Season Sponsor NEC Birmingham via;

    https://www.thenec.co.uk

    Find out more about our Shoutout Sponsor Wavecast via;

    https://wavecast.io

    Our Season Quickfire round Sponsor is the Charity Mommy's Boy ;

    https://mommysboy.co.uk

    Our partnership with Standout Magazine is also worth following;

    https://standoutmagazine.co.uk/



    Music Credits go to;

    Artist: Cathrine Rannus
    Title: The Events Insight Theme Music

    Music from #Uppbeat:
    Forever - Sega Williams
    https://uppbeat.io/t/sega-williams/forever
    License code: 7F5KY293FYDFNVEV

    https://uppbeat.io/t/moire/summer

    License code: WNFODRXZ1ITXJS3H

    Fly Away - Mountaineer
    https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/fly-away
    License code: EKN0IYNUKGUXMCTW

    Clarity - Zoo
    https://uppbeat.io/t/zoo/clarity
    License code: GL25RXVDXIBQWSWL

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    1 hr and 9 mins
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