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29. Wade Koehler, Executive Director, FCSI The Americas Division, on Creating Amazing Events and How His Podcast Became a Member Benefit

29. Wade Koehler, Executive Director, FCSI The Americas Division, on Creating Amazing Events and How His Podcast Became a Member Benefit

FromAssociations Thrive


29. Wade Koehler, Executive Director, FCSI The Americas Division, on Creating Amazing Events and How His Podcast Became a Member Benefit

FromAssociations Thrive

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Length:
37 minutes
Released:
Apr 20, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Post-pandemic, what aspects of your organization do you revisit and change? In this episode of Associations Thrive, Wade Koehler, Executive Director or Foodservice Consultants Society International, the Americas Division, says EVERYTHING! Wade discusses:What foodservice consultants are and how they design commercial kitchens in every type of environment imaginable.Why FCSI launched a podcast.How FCSI blew up its annual conference by bringing in new members to help plan the event, adding new social events, eliminating the formal banquet, adding unique experiences, and so many more changes!How he creates amazing events by imagining the attendees’ experience from the time they arrive at the venue and check-in, to the time they leave for home.Their new Bizessentials webinar program that helps members get better at every aspect of their businesses.An annual project showcase that features amazing projects by amazing members to the greater design community.How membership is growing, revenue is growing, and members and suppliers alike are thrilled with the association.References:FCSI The Americas DivisionProject ShowcaseFCI International
Released:
Apr 20, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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This is Associations Thrive, the podcast celebrating successful associations and their leaders. Listen in as top association executives tell all, revealing the creative and innovative ways they’re increasing their bottom line, serving their members, and reimaging their organizations. The Associations Thrive podcast is hosted by Joanna Pineda, CEO & Chief Troublemaker at Matrix Group International. Joanna’s personal mission and the mission of Matrix Group is to help associations and nonprofits increase membership, generate revenue and thrive in the digital space. We believe that every association has a unique mission and unique story in how they’re serving their members, impacting their industry, and ultimately changing the world. Guests include top trade association, professional society, and non profit executives. We’re here to help amplify their stories so all associations can learn and thrive, together.