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  • 204_Built From Within_A Tale of Human Connection and AI at Rainfocus INSIGHT
    Jan 30 2026

    This is Built From Within. In this episode of Events Demystified Podcast, Anca Platon Trifan recounts her recent experience at the Rainfocus conference in Salt Lake City.

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    Initially recounting a panic moment of losing her DJI video recorder at the Hyatt Regency, she delves into the deeper insights she gained from the event. Highlights include discussions on AI integration in the event industry, the evolving nature of AI from exploration to operational necessity, and the duality of advanced technology and basic human kindness. Trifan emphasizes the importance of fitness and mental health for event professionals, and discusses her upcoming talks and workshops, particularly focusing on the lessons she's learned from her experiences. Tune into this brand new conversation on the Events Demystified Podcast!


    00:00 The Stomach-Dropping Moment

    01:09 The Missing Gear Panic

    03:13 Introduction to the Episode

    04:22 Event Industry Insights from Rainfocus

    06:21 The Human Element in Events

    09:37 AI and Event Technology Evolution

    18:48 The Importance of Physical Fitness

    27:29 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts


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    30 min
  • 203: A CEO’s Journey Through Innovation and Reinvention ft CEO Robin Raskin
    Jan 23 2026

    This episode features Robin Raskin, CEO of Virtual Events Group, a pioneering woman in technology recounts her transformative journey from writing a compelling piece on the future of technology to receiving calls from tech giants like Bill Gates and Bill Ziff. She highlights her transition from being a novice in technology to becoming the editor of PC Magazine during the early days of the internet. With the mentorship of several influential men, she navigated through a male-dominated industry, driven by her belief in the profound future impact of technology on our lives. Her story is a testament to foresight, perseverance, and the importance of being true to oneself while contributing meaningfully to a burgeoning field.


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    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Original Podcast Music written and produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fable Score Music. ⁠⁠

    ⁠⁠“Events: demystified” Podcast ⁠⁠is brought to you by ⁠⁠Tree-Fan Events⁠⁠, a leading woman-owned boutique event planning and production agency offering a comprehensive approach to event management and production, with a focus on enhancing the attendee experience with the #FIT4EVENTS™ framework for a holistic event cycle in order to create memorable events.

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    1 h et 2 min
  • 202_Built From Within_The Four Pillars and Ten Habits That Keep Me Fit Year-Round #fit4events
    Jan 16 2026

    This is Built From Within. Today’s episode breaks down the four pillars and ten habits that keep me fit year-round. Physical fitness is the outcome. The real work lives in the systems underneath. If your life is demanding and your standards are high, this episode is for you. Let’s get into it.

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    Connect with your Podcast Host at the links below:Book Anca to Speak at Your Event: https://ancaplatontrifan.me/booking-page/LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ancatrifan/⁠⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anca.platon.trifan/Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/eventsdemystifiedpodcast/

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    Original Podcast Music written and produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fable Score Music. ⁠⁠

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    “Events: demystified” Podcast ⁠⁠is brought to you by ⁠⁠Tree-Fan Events⁠⁠, a leading woman-owned boutique event planning and production agency offering a comprehensive approach to event management and production, with a focus on enhancing the attendee experience with the #FIT4EVENTS™ framework for a holistic event cycle in order to create memorable events.

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    49 min
  • 201: From Startup to Scale-Up, Building Innovation That Lasts ft CEO Pedro Goes
    Jan 9 2026

    This episode of the Events Demystified podcast features Pedro Goes, co-founder and CEO of inEvent.

    Anca Platon Trifan delves into Pedro's journey of growing inEvent into a global event technology powerhouse, merging in-person, virtual, and hybrid experiences into one seamless platform. Pedro discusses the evolution of the event tech industry, the importance of managing talent, the challenges and rewards of innovation, and his vision for the future of event technology. He also shares insights into how his company navigates the complexities and dynamic changes of the event industry, highlighting the importance of resilience, adaptability, and strategic focus.


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    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Original Podcast Music written and produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fable Score Music. ⁠⁠

    ⁠⁠“Events: demystified” Podcast ⁠⁠is brought to you by ⁠⁠Tree-Fan Events⁠⁠, a leading woman-owned boutique event planning and production agency offering a comprehensive approach to event management and production, with a focus on enhancing the attendee experience with the #FIT4EVENTS™ framework for a holistic event cycle in order to create memorable events.

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    45 min
  • 200: Two Hundred Conversations That Mattered
    Dec 26 2025

    Anca Platon Trifan recaps the diverse and content-rich Season 10 of the Events Demystified Podcast, featuring a wide range of guests and topics from budget-friendly marketing strategies to AI innovations and sustainable event planning.

    Each episode is highlighted, detailing the contributions of notable guests such as Nicole Jacobson, Carina Bauer, Noah Riley, and many more. Anca also reflects on her upcoming memoir and shares plans for Season 11, focusing on in-depth conversations with CEOs in the event technology space. She expresses gratitude to her listeners and touches on future sponsorship opportunities to support the podcast's production.

    00:00 Introduction and Season Overview

    00:30 Highlighting Key Episodes and Guests

    08:46 Special Episodes and Personal Reflections

    17:24 Upcoming Season and Future Plans

    18:56 Closing Remarks and Gratitude



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    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Original Podcast Music written and produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fable Score Music. ⁠⁠

    ⁠⁠“Events: demystified” Podcast ⁠⁠is brought to you by ⁠⁠Tree-Fan Events⁠⁠, a leading woman-owned boutique event planning and production agency offering a comprehensive approach to event management and production, with a focus on enhancing the attendee experience with the #FIT4EVENTS™ framework for a holistic event cycle in order to create memorable events.

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    23 min
  • 199: How I Almost Did Everything (And Why I Also Didn't)
    Dec 19 2025

    Reflecting on 2025: Wins, Challenges, and Lessons Learned | Events Demystified Podcast. In this episode of Events Demystified podcast, host Anca Platon Trifan reflects on an intense year, discussing the highs and lows of 2025.

    From exciting speaking engagements, AI projects, and a bodybuilding journey, to personal milestones such as her first trip to New York and the poignant decision to postpone her participation in a national bodybuilding competition. Anca provides an authentic look into her experiences, sharing insights on resilience, the importance of mental health, and learning to give herself grace while pursuing ambitious goals.

    As she anticipates 2026, she announces an upcoming CEO edition of the podcast focusing on genuine leadership conversations.

    Tune in for a candid discussion that will resonate with many navigating their own professional and personal challenges.

    00:00 Reflecting on 2025: A Year of Mixed Emotions

    01:52 Welcome to Events Demystified Podcast

    03:09 Chronological Walkthrough of 2025

    04:50 AI in the Event Industry

    08:15 Bodybuilding Journey and Competitions

    11:51 Travel Adventures and Wellness

    21:49 Achievements and Recognitions

    27:43 AI Hackathon and App Development

    33:02 IMEX America and #fit4events Challenge

    44:25 Family Reunion and European Travels

    47:22 Emotional Wellness Retreat in Scotland

    52:32 Facing Disappointment and Learning to Slow Down

    01:03:49 Looking Ahead to 2026


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    Sponsored and Produced by Tree-Fan Events Production LLC. Let's change the way we plan, produce, and experience events together!

    Connect with your Podcast Host at the links below:

    Book Anca to Speak at Your Event: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ancaplatontrifan.me/booking-page/⁠⁠

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    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Original Podcast Music written and produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fable Score Music. ⁠⁠

    ⁠⁠“Events: demystified” Podcast ⁠⁠is brought to you by ⁠⁠Tree-Fan Events⁠⁠, a leading woman-owned boutique event planning and production agency offering a comprehensive approach to event management and production, with a focus on enhancing the attendee experience with the #FIT4EVENTS™ framework for a holistic event cycle in order to create memorable events.

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    1 h et 7 min
  • 198: AI, Sales & Scaling Smarter Businesses ft. Arias WebsterBerry
    Dec 5 2025

    In this episode of Events Demystified Podcast, host Anca Platon Trifan sits down with Arias WebsterBerry, digital marketing expert, entrepreneur, and master sales coach behind Webster Berry Marketing and Launch Nation AI. Together, they unpack how AI is transforming digital marketing, sales funnels, and business growth — not someday, but right now.

    Arias shares how he’s helped companies generate over $112M in revenue, trains over 400 sales professionals, and builds automation systems that bridge human creativity with machine precision. The conversation dives deep into practical AI applications for entrepreneurs, event organizers, and business leaders — from boosting event registrations and automating workflows to building authentic, personalized customer journeys at scale.

    They also discuss the leadership mindset shifts required for AI adoption, overcoming hesitation, and preparing for the AI-driven future of work. Perfect for founders, marketers, and event professionals ready to scale smarter and lead with innovation.


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    Sponsored and Produced by Tree-Fan Events Production LLC. Let's change the way we plan, produce, and experience events together!

    Connect with your Podcast Host at the links below:

    Book Anca to Speak at Your Event: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ancaplatontrifan.me/booking-page/⁠

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ancatrifan/⁠⁠⁠

    Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/anca.platon.trifan/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/eventsdemystifiedpodcast/

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Original Podcast Music written and produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fable Score Music. ⁠⁠

    ⁠⁠“Events: demystified” Podcast ⁠⁠is brought to you by ⁠⁠Tree-Fan Events⁠⁠, a leading woman-owned boutique event planning and production agency offering a comprehensive approach to event management and production, with a focus on enhancing the attendee experience with the #FIT4EVENTS™ framework for a holistic event cycle in order to create memorable events.

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    1 h et 1 min
  • 197: How Sound Healing Can Improve Events and Create Meaningful Experiences ft Mike Reed
    Nov 21 2025

    In this episode of Events Demystified Podcast, host Anca Platon Trifan welcomes Mike Reed, founder of Sound Quest and Sound Quest Academy, to explore the transformative power of sound, not just as art, but as healing, connection, and business. Mike shares his journey from musician to global sound healer and entrepreneur, revealing how sound can calm the nervous system, deepen event experiences, and open new paths to wellness and purpose. From explaining the science behind sound healing to scaling a sound-based business, this episode blends art, neuroscience, spirituality, and entrepreneurship in a way that will resonate deeply with event organizers, wellness practitioners, and creators alike.

    They also discuss the rise of sound healing in corporate and retreat settings, the difference between sound baths and sound healing, how to do it right, and the inner transformation that sparked Mike’s mission. Perfect for anyone curious about integrating wellness into modern events, or rediscovering purpose through the language of sound.


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    Sponsored and Produced by Tree-Fan Events Production LLC. Let's change the way we plan, produce, and experience events together!

    Connect with your Podcast Host at the links below:

    Book Anca to Speak at Your Event: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ancaplatontrifan.me/booking-page/

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ancatrifan/⁠⁠⁠

    Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/anca.platon.trifan/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/eventsdemystifiedpodcast/

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Original Podcast Music written and produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fable Score Music. ⁠⁠

    ⁠⁠“Events: demystified” Podcast ⁠⁠is brought to you by ⁠⁠Tree-Fan Events⁠⁠, a leading woman-owned boutique event planning and production agency offering a comprehensive approach to event management and production, with a focus on enhancing the attendee experience with the #FIT4EVENTS™ framework for a holistic event cycle in order to create memorable events.

    👉 Leave us a comment about how you think AV and AI will shape the future of events, and share this episode with others in the industry!


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    44 min