Innovation, Collaboration, and Inclusion in the Events Industry

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Carol Galle is the Co-founder, President, and CEO of Special D Events, a live and virtual strategic event management agency. As a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), she has launched the Detroit Events Council and University Event Planners and is a frequent contributor to industry publications. Carol was recently named by BizBash magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the events industry.

IN THIS EPISODE…

Event management is a niche industry that is often overlooked and misjudged. During the pandemic, the events space endured some of the more pressing challenges compared to other industries, requiring innovation among significant losses. Additionally, audiences and clients are more diverse than ever, yet the barrier to entry for this field is high. Learn how one top expert is propelling the events industry toward progressive change.

Carol Galle believes in the power of collaboration to achieve a common goal. When you share ideas with other professionals, you can solve industry-specific issues and demonstrate value to clients and audiences. Carol also advocates for education training in schools to present event management as a viable career path for all individuals.

In today’s episode of The Kennedy Events Podcast, Paige Buck welcomes Carol Galle — Co-founder, President, and CEO of Special D Events — to discuss how she is moving the events industry forward. Carol also talks about Special D’s core values, how living in Detroit has impacted her perspective on work and company culture, and the challenges of transitioning back to live events.