In Part 2 of our Event Pro Highlights 2025 series, Alysse and Libby spotlight the wins, wisdom, and runway-level magic that shaped this year in events. From story-driven swag to DJs who read a room like a language, this episode celebrates the creative thinkers and chaos tamers who make unforgettable moments happen. Expect smart shipping tips, clever day-saving hacks, behind-the-scenes mischief, and a RuPaul-inspired fashion moment that stole the show before the runway even opened.
Takeaways:
Swag becomes storytelling when it’s intentional, high-quality, and delivered as a steady “drip” of surprise and delight.
Nostalgia works: sometimes the most powerful event tools come straight from our childhood—like Crayola markers that unlock joy and creativity.
A great DJ isn’t a playlist—they’re an interpreter, reading energy, blending generations, and building shared moments on the dance floor.
The magic of logistics: the #1 question every planner must ask their shipping partner is, “How much time do you need?”
Runway-level drama is real: creative staging and storytelling can electrify an audience before a single model steps out.
Timestamps:
[01:12] — The “drip approach” to swag that keeps surprise and delight alive
[05:00] — Why Crayola markers are the unsung heroes of event art
[08:08] — DJ Baby Van Beezly on reading the room and blending generations
[13:32] — Shipping secrets: why time and documentation matter
[17:07] — Terri Morgan’s RuPaul-inspired runway moment that lit up the crowd
Resources & Links:
Maria & Richard – WORKP2P logistics experts
Terri Morgan – Runway producer + fashion show visionary
-Listen: Event Swag and Strategy Insights with Karianne Michelle
-Listen: Caricatures, Crayola Markers, and Alter Egos with Lou Medina
-Listen: DJ Baby Van Beezly's Journey from CPA to Top Seattle Wedding and Event DJ
-Listen: The Freight and the Furious: Behind the Scenes with Point to Point Transportation
-Listen: Behind the Curtain with Fashion Show Producer and Icon Terri Morgan
-Alysse & Libby: Bios & LinkedIn
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