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Welcome to ”The Event Connection” by pc/nametag, your favorite place for event tips, trends and strategies! Join us as we share upbeat stories, emerging trends, and memorable moments shaping the events industry.
You’ll hear expert insights that celebrate the power of connection—all with a touch of fun! From sustainable event planning to event tech trends, experiential marketing ideas, and everything in between, you’re bound to learn something new from the event enthusiasts at pc/nametag!
🔥 Whether you’re planning large-scale conferences, designing unforgettable social experiences, or exploring the latest event trends, this podcast will keep you informed, inspired, and ahead of the game.
How to Engage Your Audience with an Event Emcee | Episode 6
The Event Connection
42 minutes 54 seconds
4 months ago
How to Engage Your Audience with an Event Emcee | Episode 6
Transform your event's audience from "quiet" to captivated! This week, Meaghan chats with Roger Wolkoff, "The Guy with the Voice," and a professional emcee with 20+ years of experience. Roger shares his top secrets for creating an engaging atmosphere, from effectively warming up a crowd to expertly handling unexpected "uh oh" moments. Tune in for valuable insights on audience interaction, crisis management, and all the insider tips you need to make your next event a blast!
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00:00 - Let's Get Started
01:02 - Welcome, Roger Wolkoff!
04:04 - Find Your Strengths with Personality Assessments
06:59 - Roger's Involvement with National Speakers Association
09:00 - Gaining Experience as an Emcee
11:14 - What is an emcee?
15:05 - Top qualities of great emcees
19:10 - How to "read" the audience
21:08 - Excite and engage your audience
25:03 - Pre- and post-meetings with planners
28:54 - Roger's favorite event he's emceed
30:30 - Pre-show rituals to get amped up!
31:34 - Handling "UH OH" event moments
34:20 - A hilarious event story
35:59 - Favorite part of emceeing
37:02 - Difficult parts of being an emcee 3
8:22 - Surprising parts of being an emcee
39:42 - Tips for bringing excitement to events
40:42 - Connect with and hire Roger!
41:28 - Join your local National Speakers Association chapter
📖 FREE FOR LISTENERS: "Leveraging an Emcee for Event Success: A Guide for Event Planners." Get yours by sending an email to eventconnection@gmail.com and asking for your copy!
The Event Connection
Welcome to ”The Event Connection” by pc/nametag, your favorite place for event tips, trends and strategies! Join us as we share upbeat stories, emerging trends, and memorable moments shaping the events industry.
You’ll hear expert insights that celebrate the power of connection—all with a touch of fun! From sustainable event planning to event tech trends, experiential marketing ideas, and everything in between, you’re bound to learn something new from the event enthusiasts at pc/nametag!
🔥 Whether you’re planning large-scale conferences, designing unforgettable social experiences, or exploring the latest event trends, this podcast will keep you informed, inspired, and ahead of the game.
