In this episode, Maya interviews Talita Trygsland, the founder and CEO of SPIRE Connection, a company specializing in planning and producing vegan events. Talita discusses her journey in the event industry, merging her vegan lifestyle with her expertise to create impactful events that showcase the future of food, fashion, and entertainment. She provides insights into the behind-the-scenes work in creating large-scale events, including venue scouting, partnership building with sponsors and brands, and the importance of in-person connections. Talita also touches upon the Vegan Women's Summit held in New York, highlighting the reasons behind choosing the city and teasing an exciting announcement for the following year's summit. Key Takeaways:Merge your passion and expertise: Talita demonstrates the power of combining her event planning skills with her vegan lifestyle to create meaningful and impactful events.Building meaningful partnerships: Establishing long-term relationships with sponsors and brands is crucial for successful event planning. Synergetic partnerships enhance the event experience and promote collaboration.In-person connections matter: While virtual events have their place, Talita emphasizes the unique energy and connection that in-person events offer. Creating spaces for attendees, speakers, and sponsors to interact fosters a more impactful experience.Meet Talita Trygsland:Talita was born and raised in Kristiansand, Norway, and resides in Los Angeles. In addition to being in front of the camera, Talita thrives on creative collaborations and brings her unique flare and ideas to the set. She also has extensive experience in the event industry. Today, she oversees, manages, and produces events in the entertainment industry. She is the Co-Founder of SPIRE, a bicoastal company producing events & experiences that connect people within and beyond the conscious food, lifestyle, and entertainment space. Connect with Talita:Portfolio: https://www.talitatrygsland.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/talitatrygsland/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talitatrygsland/Twitter: https://twitter.com/talitatrygslandFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalitaTrygslandSupport the showConnect with UsWebsite: Healthy Lifestyle SolutionsInstagram: @healthylifestylesolutionsYouTube channel: Healthy Lifestyle SolutionsSubscribe to our newsletter: Our NewsletterLeave us a message: Speak Pipe VoicemailRate Me: https://ratethispodcast.com/hls