8 WECs in and I'm Still Taking Notes
Eight WECs in and San Antonio did not disappoint. Here's my recap from MPI's World Education Congress — the keynotes, the education sessions that actually made me rethink things, and why this conference keeps earning its place on my calendar every year.
Tango, Asado & ROI: Why Buenos Aires Should Be on Your Shortlist
Buenos Aires has European elegance, Latin soul, and a price point that'll make you rethink everything you thought you knew about group travel. Here's why BA deserves a serious look.
Connection Is the Strategy: Leadership Lessons from the Room
What does a rockstar mindset have to do with leadership? More than you'd think. Here's what two days in a room full of industry pros taught me about the skill we forget to practice most.
Move, Rest, Reset: A Wellness Wednesday Recap
Ten weeks of Wellness Wednesday tips, one place to catch up — plus how movement, restoration, and mindfulness show up in the events and travel world.
Ambition Doesn't Expire. So Why Do We Treat It Like It Does?
A frustrating meeting with a school counselor sparked a bigger conversation — about age, ambition, and why the pursuit of education has no expiration date.
Discovering Charismatic Coronado
A first-timer's discovery of Coronado Island - from harbor cruises and pickleball to world-class resorts and a sunset that stops time. Here's why this Southern California gem belongs on your group travel radar.
What is the "Life" in OmniEra Life?
OmniEra Life isn't just a business domain, it's a declaration shaped by two decades of living, creating, losing, and coming back stronger. Here's the real story behind the name.
When the Robot Dog Meets the Qigong Instructor
Wellness and tech used to be separate conversations in events. After two conferences and a robot dog, it's clear they're not anymore — here's what that means for how we design experiences.
First Timer at Sea: What Nobody Tells You Before You Board
The cruise world has its own language, its own rules, and approximately one million ID checks. Here's what first-timers actually need to know before they board.
First Influence, Forever Legend: Remembering DJ Dan
A heartfelt tribute to DJ Dan, Daniel Wherrett, West Coast house music pioneer and a profound influence on OmniEra's own artists, Carlos Alfonzo and DJ Cloudskipper. Legends never die.
Google It, Ask AI, or Call a Pro? Here's What the Algorithm Can't Book for You
AI and search engines are powerful tools, but when it comes to planning your event or booking your travel program, they only tell part of the story. As a professional event planner and travel advisor with nearly two decades of experience, I'm breaking down what technology can inspire, what it misses, and why having a professional in your corner is the difference between a good experience and an exceptional one.
Boutique Luxury in Sonoma... the cooler months (pt 2 of 2)
There's something undeniably magical about this wine country paradise when the temperatures drop. As your resident event and travel planning guru with an eye for the extraordinary, let me share why Sonoma County should be at the top of your cool-weather destination list.