In this episode of the ICE 5at5 Podcast, events expert Paulina Rickard shares her career journey in the events industry with Andrew Swanston, Assistant Director of Sales at Excel London.
Paulina reflects on her early experiences in fundraising and volunteer events, her time at HootSuite organising virtual events during the pandemic, and her move to Europe to manage large-scale international tech gatherings such as Web Summit and Slush in Helsinki. She discusses the importance of connection and learning in events, highlighting the success of the Women in Tech Lounge at Web Summit, and offers candid insights into the challenges of vendor management and navigating regulatory differences between Europe and North America.
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