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Season 17 continues!

For episode two of The Events Insight, Karen and Jack are joined by Garry Wakefield, Joint Managing Director at Capital Barriers & Temporary Fencing Ltd.

When you talk to Garry, you immediately get a sense of calm. But behind that calmness sits decades of experience, a strong work ethic and a real understanding of what it takes to deliver in the events industry.

Garry spent 20 years working in the portable building industry for a number of large national companies, predominantly supplying temporary buildings into the event hire sector.

Over time, he became convinced there was an opportunity to do things differently – offering a more personal, professional service without some of the red tape that can come with larger organisations.

After taking the time to properly understand the fencing and barrier sector, Garry took the leap and started his own event hire business in 2005.

The aim was straightforward: quality products, reliable installation and a team prepared to work the long and often unsociable hours that our industry demands.

The business grew from there, eventually merging with Capital Barriers, bringing together further experience from the world of film premieres, theatre and live events.

In this episode, Garry talks to Karen and Jack about his journey, building a business, surrounding yourself with the right people and why taking the time to really understand your industry matters.

They also explore something that sits at the heart of Garry's approach – relationships.

Learning from people, building trust with clients and colleagues, and never losing sight of the fact that ultimately your job is to deliver the best possible outcome for the client.

Another very different journey through our industry and another reminder that some of the most important parts of an event happen long before the doors open.

The Events Insight – sharing real stories, experiences and lessons from the people who make the events industry what it is.

See more about our Season Sponsor – Triton Projects

https://www.triton-projects.com/

Find out more about our Shoutout Sponsor – Sterling AV

https://sterlingeventgroup.co.uk/

Our Season Quickfire round Sponsor is the – Crown Plaza Manchester

https://www.ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels/gb/en/manchester/mchss/hoteldetail?cm_mmc=GoogleMaps-_-CP-_-GB-_-MCHSS

Our partnership with Standout Magazine is also worth following;

https://standoutmagazine.co.uk/

Music Credits go to;

Artist: Cathrine Rannus

Title: The Events Insight Theme Music

Music: 'Forever' by Sega Williams on #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/c/sega-williams

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Music: 'Fly Away' by Mountaineer on #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/c/mountaineer

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Music: 'Clarity' by Zoo on #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/c/zoo

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Season 17 is here!

Karen and Jack are back for a brand-new season of The Events Insight, and joining them for the first episode is someone who brings plenty of energy, experience and, above all, joy to the conversation – Danielle Bounds.

Danielle is a multi-award-winning New Business Director at the NEC, with more than 20 years of experience across the events industry, from hotels and convention centres to exhibitions.

Known for her energy, commercial insight and ability to build meaningful relationships, Danielle has developed a fantastic reputation for identifying opportunities, creating partnerships and delivering great client experiences.

But her career could have taken a slightly different path...

Danielle was once told she talked too much to work in Reservations and would be better suited to Events!

Thankfully, she took the advice.

In this episode, Danielle joins Karen and Jack to talk about her journey through the industry, the lessons she has learned along the way, the importance of relationships and why she remains so passionate about the power of bringing people together through live events.

There are stories, plenty of laughs and some great insight from someone who combines a real understanding of the operational side of events with the commercial and strategic thinking needed to keep moving forward.

If we had to describe Danielle in one word?

Joy.

And we couldn't think of a better guest to kick off Season 17 of The Events Insight.

The Events Insight – sharing real stories, experiences and lessons from the people who make the events industry what it is.

See more about our Season Sponsor – Triton Projects

https://www.triton-projects.com/

Find out more about our Shoutout Sponsor – Sterling AV

https://sterlingeventgroup.co.uk/

Our Season Quickfire round Sponsor is the – Crown Plaza Manchester

https://www.ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels/gb/en/manchester/mchss/hoteldetail?cm_mmc=GoogleMaps-_-CP-_-GB-_-MCHSS

Our partnership with Standout Magazine is also worth following;

https://standoutmagazine.co.uk/

Music Credits go to;

Artist: Cathrine Rannus

Title: The Events Insight Theme Music

Music: 'Forever' by Sega Williams on #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/c/sega-williams

License code: SZEVXZ737SU1M7TU

Music: 'Fly Away' by Mountaineer on #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/c/mountaineer

License code: X1KRQ40TUWLMLGGL

Music: 'Clarity' by Zoo on #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/c/zoo

License code: KLADSHUQGEGU3GXR

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Blink and just like that… Season 16 is a wrap!

What a brilliant season it’s been. A huge thank you to all of our incredible guests – Jack and Karen genuinely loved every conversation, insight, and story shared along the way.

And now… the fun bit.

For our final Wrap episode, Jack and Karen are joined by the fantastic Indy Marsland and Judith Rafferty – both loyal listeners of the podcast who put themselves forward to be part of The Wrap. And honestly… they did not disappoint. Fresh perspectives, brilliant insights, and plenty of laughs along the way.

Indy Marsland trained in theatrical stage management at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, and her career has taken her from fringe theatre productions to large-scale film premieres and working with major music artists at UK festivals.

Judith Rafferty is a true hospitality and events OG. With a career spanning academic venues, national venue chains, venue finding, and destination marketing, she now supports the industry through copywriting, content strategy, and LinkedIn marketing for a wide range of event professionals, venues, and suppliers.

Fancy joining us next time? If you’re a listener and want to be part of The Wrap for Season 17… you know what to do.

It’s the perfect way to round off another unforgettable season.

See more about our Season Sponsor – Electric Cat

https://www.electriccat.co/

Find out more about our Shoutout Sponsor Church House Westminster

https://churchhouseconf.co.uk/

Our Season Quickfire round Sponsor is the The Lewis Foundation

https://www.thelewisfoundation.co.uk/

Our partnership with Standout Magazine is also worth following;

https://standoutmagazine.co.uk/

Music Credits go to;

Artist: Cathrine Rannus
Title: The Events Insight Theme Music

Music from #Uppbeat:
Forever - Sega Williams
https://uppbeat.io/t/sega-williams/forever
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https://uppbeat.io/t/moire/summer

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Fly Away - Mountaineer
https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/fly-away
License code: EKN0IYNUKGUXMCTW

Clarity - Zoo
https://uppbeat.io/track/zoo/clarity
License code: GL25RXVDXIBQWSWL