Minneapolis is a fun city, and one that I’ve been to a few times. First, during the Connect conference in August of 2023, next for a walkthrough with the Client in January, and finally for the event in May of 2024. I have a few places that have stuck with me in a positive way - and not all are vendors I worked with or venues I held events in. Here are some of my recommendations if you find yourself in Minneapolis:

This week, DEI Expert, speaker, educator, consultant, and entrepreneur Brandyn Campbell joins Beth for a critical conversation about her decades-long journey in this industry, her personal experiences, and her tips for beginning, continuing, and sustaining your support of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in your homes, communities and workplaces.

Last year, I was on the planning team for a multi-day nonprofit conference and in charge of, among other things, site and vendor selection. With little firsthand knowledge of the city, I was grateful to have partners like the HelmsBriscoe and Destination Cleveland teams who helped to narrow down a wide variety of options and select vendors that were right for us. Below are my top 3 vendors I highly recommend from my time working in Cleveland, for anyone looking to plan an event there in the future:

This week’s guest, Kristine Fisher, takes us through her vast and impressive career, balancing time in both the Private and Public Sectors with her roles as a mom, wife, daughter, adventurer, artist, and community supporter. She shares her advice on finding a support system in every season of your life, and why it’s important to have both mentors and coaches in your network.

In this dynamic episode of The Type A+ Podcast, host Beth Lawrence sits down with Parchelle Tashi, The Go-To Learning Producer, Founder of The Author’s Leverage, and multidimensional entrepreneur.

In this dynamic episode of The Type A+ Podcast, host Beth Lawrence sits down with Kerry Barrett, an Emmy award-winning Broadcast Journalist and Public Speaking coach, to delve into the art (and science) of public speaking.

In this captivating episode, Nick Outlaw, Area Event Sales Manager for Richard Sandoval Hospitality, shares his expertise in sales and event management, offering valuable advice for aspiring professionals. Tune in to gain insights into maintaining a successful sales career while balancing personal passions and mentorship endeavors.

As a seasoned event planner renowned for exceptional skill in curating unforgettable experiences, Beth Lawrence has been at the forefront of the industry's latest trends. From orchestrating multi-day conventions and innovation festivals to organizing fundraisers, incubator programs, and statewide historic site tours – in-person and virtual – her expertise spans various event types.

As a seasoned event planner renowned for exceptional skill in curating unforgettable experiences, Beth Lawrence has been at the forefront of the industry's latest trends. From orchestrating multi-day conventions and innovation festivals to organizing fundraisers, incubator programs, and statewide historic site tours – in-person and virtual – her expertise spans various event types.

After her corporate position was eliminated during the pandemic, Chelsea Smith started Elevation Comforts. LLC, a catering and culinary experience company based in Philadelphia, PA. Fast forward to four years later, she is balancing a 9-to-5 corporate job, her clients at Elevation Comforts, an inspiring travel schedule and being a mom to a very adventurous four year old son.

On this episode, Chelsea shares her experience with identifying burnout, and coming up with a strategy to mitigate it. She also takes Beth through the making of a perfect travel itinerary, the eye-opening experiences she’s had while traveling the world, and how she finds her inspiration.

As a seasoned event planner renowned for exceptional skill in curating unforgettable experiences, Beth Lawrence has been at the forefront of the industry's latest trends. From orchestrating multi-day conventions and innovation festivals to organizing fundraisers, incubator programs, and statewide historic site tours – in-person and virtual – her expertise spans various event types.

As a seasoned event planner renowned for exceptional skill in curating unforgettable experiences, Beth Lawrence has been at the forefront of the industry's latest trends. From orchestrating multi-day conventions and innovation festivals to organizing fundraisers, incubator programs, and statewide historic site tours – in-person and virtual – her expertise spans various event types.