Event Masters Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/event-masters Behind the scenes stories, experiences and lessons shared by the world's leading event experts. Hosted by Christian Napier. © 2023 Rakonto Inc 3dd64663-a1d8-5b62-a0ee-45e58ed6512f no en Wed, 23 Jul 2025 08:36:10 -0600 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 19:36:12 -0700 https://www.rakonto.io/business https://img.transistor.fm/d4318cqPekVw9TelAy8C9iEA-weKRm2ydcJGwN0v1Lc/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQ0ODQyLzE2OTQx/MDg3MDMtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg Event Masters https://www.rakonto.io/business episodic Christian Napier Behind the scenes stories, experiences and lessons shared by the world's leading event experts. Hosted by Christian Napier. Behind the scenes stories, experiences and lessons shared by the world's leading event experts. Storytelling Christian Napier christian@rakonto.io No No Interview with Michael Wingate 2 2 2 2 Interview with Michael Wingate full 60ae643b-1c87-41a0-a5b9-6809099454b2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3e8d30a5 In this episode, host Christian Napier is joined by Michael Wingate - longtime professional logistics guru specializing in international sporting events including the Olympics and FIFA World Cup. Michael shares how he got his start during the Atlanta 1996 Olympic Games and later became an "Event Gypsy." With a 30-year career spanning 17 major international sport events, Michael currently serves as Logistics Consultant for the International Olympic Committee. A devoted Christian, Michael is passionate about connecting the global logistics “Ohana” family and demonstrating the love of Christ through servant leadership. 

]]> In this episode, host Christian Napier is joined by Michael Wingate - longtime professional logistics guru specializing in international sporting events including the Olympics and FIFA World Cup. Michael shares how he got his start during the Atlanta 1996 Olympic Games and later became an "Event Gypsy." With a 30-year career spanning 17 major international sport events, Michael currently serves as Logistics Consultant for the International Olympic Committee. A devoted Christian, Michael is passionate about connecting the global logistics “Ohana” family and demonstrating the love of Christ through servant leadership. 

]]> Wed, 07 Feb 2024 18:21:35 -0700 Christian Napier Christian Napier 4593 In this episode, host Christian Napier is joined by Michael Wingate - longtime professional logistics guru specializing in international sporting events including the Olympics and FIFA World Cup. Michael shares how he got his start during the Atlanta 1996 Olympic Games and later became an "Event Gypsy." With a 30-year career spanning 17 major international sport events, Michael currently serves as Logistics Consultant for the International Olympic Committee. A devoted Christian, Michael is passionate about connecting the global logistics “Ohana” family and demonstrating the love of Christ through servant leadership. 

]]> Storytelling No Interview with Tiago Paes 2 2 1 1 Interview with Tiago Paes full 95479909-e608-4125-8674-04ef2316ffcb https://share.transistor.fm/s/9fbaa2f0 In this episode, host Christian Napier interviews Tiago Paes, FIFA Venue Management Project Leader, with 20+ years in events. Tiago shares stories about having backup plans, a disastrous ceremony, witnessing Maradona score a goal, and three of the most powerful people on earth looking at his mobile phone. Connect with Tiago on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiagopaes/

]]> In this episode, host Christian Napier interviews Tiago Paes, FIFA Venue Management Project Leader, with 20+ years in events. Tiago shares stories about having backup plans, a disastrous ceremony, witnessing Maradona score a goal, and three of the most powerful people on earth looking at his mobile phone. Connect with Tiago on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiagopaes/

]]> Wed, 07 Feb 2024 13:22:15 -0700 Christian Napier Christian Napier 2951 In this episode, host Christian Napier interviews Tiago Paes, FIFA Venue Management Project Leader, with 20+ years in events. Tiago shares stories about having backup plans, a disastrous ceremony, witnessing Maradona score a goal, and three of the most powerful people on earth looking at his mobile phone. Connect with Tiago on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiagopaes/

]]> Storytelling No Interview with Ursula Romero 1 1 12 12 Interview with Ursula Romero full 30292e52-2054-474f-8bdc-f1f61440c212 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9fefe5af Award-winning producer, director and owner of ISB, Ursula Romero joins the podcast. She recounts starting out as a 16 year-old working for the World Athletics Championships in Germany, then the 1994 World Cup in Dallas. Ursula recalls the challenges of broadcasting an event via satellite near London City airport, earning the trust of the Chinese while planning the broadcast of the road cycling event for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, and cherished lessons learned from her father, legendary broadcaster Manolo Romero.

]]> Award-winning producer, director and owner of ISB, Ursula Romero joins the podcast. She recounts starting out as a 16 year-old working for the World Athletics Championships in Germany, then the 1994 World Cup in Dallas. Ursula recalls the challenges of broadcasting an event via satellite near London City airport, earning the trust of the Chinese while planning the broadcast of the road cycling event for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, and cherished lessons learned from her father, legendary broadcaster Manolo Romero.

]]> Fri, 27 Oct 2023 10:31:11 -0600 Christian Napier Christian Napier 3316 Award-winning producer, director and owner of ISB, Ursula Romero joins the podcast. She recounts starting out as a 16 year-old working for the World Athletics Championships in Germany, then the 1994 World Cup in Dallas. Ursula recalls the challenges of broadcasting an event via satellite near London City airport, earning the trust of the Chinese while planning the broadcast of the road cycling event for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, and cherished lessons learned from her father, legendary broadcaster Manolo Romero.

]]> Storytelling No Interview with Frank Supovitz 1 1 11 11 Interview with Frank Supovitz full 72f4deb0-f3ee-47a3-b1b8-c935ab3be8ed https://share.transistor.fm/s/d9fb0390 In this episode, host Christian Napier interviews Frank Supovitz, an event management veteran who has produced and directed hundreds of live events over his decades-long career.

Guest Background

  • Frank Supovitz is an Event Industry Hall of Famer inducted in 2006. He has authored 5 books on live event management and delivery.
  • Currently founder of Fast Traffic, a company that builds custom teams to work on venue development, design, and event production projects. 
  • Formerly Senior VP of Events for the NFL where he managed 9 Super Bowls. Also previously led event production for the NHL and Radio City Music Hall.

Key Topics Discussed

  • Frank's accidental entry into the event management industry starting as a Radio City Music Hall usher in high school 
  • Moving from Radio City Music Hall to the NHL to start their first dedicated event production department
  • Creating the NHL Heritage Classic, the first ever professional outdoor hockey game 
  • Joining the NFL and learning the sport's unique culture as an outsider 
  • Managing the team and logistics for NFL events like the Super Bowl and Draft
  • Behind-the-scenes stories from producing Super Bowl halftime shows
  • Dealing with unexpected crises like power outages at Super Bowl XLVII
  • Launching his own company, Fast Traffic, for more variety and flexibility
  • The importance of getting involved in events through any entry point opportunity

How to Connect with Frank

  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franksupovitz 
  • Twitter: @SUPEvents
  • Website: https://www.fasttrafficevents.com
]]> In this episode, host Christian Napier interviews Frank Supovitz, an event management veteran who has produced and directed hundreds of live events over his decades-long career.

Guest Background

  • Frank Supovitz is an Event Industry Hall of Famer inducted in 2006. He has authored 5 books on live event management and delivery.
  • Currently founder of Fast Traffic, a company that builds custom teams to work on venue development, design, and event production projects. 
  • Formerly Senior VP of Events for the NFL where he managed 9 Super Bowls. Also previously led event production for the NHL and Radio City Music Hall.

Key Topics Discussed

  • Frank's accidental entry into the event management industry starting as a Radio City Music Hall usher in high school 
  • Moving from Radio City Music Hall to the NHL to start their first dedicated event production department
  • Creating the NHL Heritage Classic, the first ever professional outdoor hockey game 
  • Joining the NFL and learning the sport's unique culture as an outsider 
  • Managing the team and logistics for NFL events like the Super Bowl and Draft
  • Behind-the-scenes stories from producing Super Bowl halftime shows
  • Dealing with unexpected crises like power outages at Super Bowl XLVII
  • Launching his own company, Fast Traffic, for more variety and flexibility
  • The importance of getting involved in events through any entry point opportunity

How to Connect with Frank

  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franksupovitz 
  • Twitter: @SUPEvents
  • Website: https://www.fasttrafficevents.com
]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2023 09:48:32 -0600 Christian Napier Christian Napier 4628 In this episode, host Christian Napier interviews Frank Supovitz, an event management veteran who has produced and directed hundreds of live events over his decades-long career.

Guest Background

  • Frank Supovitz is an Event Industry Hall of Famer inducted in 2006. He has authored 5 books on live event management and delivery.
  • Currently founder of Fast Traffic, a company that builds custom teams to work on venue development, design, and event production projects. 
  • Formerly Senior VP of Events for the NFL where he managed 9 Super Bowls. Also previously led event production for the NHL and Radio City Music Hall.

Key Topics Discussed

  • Frank's accidental entry into the event management industry starting as a Radio City Music Hall usher in high school 
  • Moving from Radio City Music Hall to the NHL to start their first dedicated event production department
  • Creating the NHL Heritage Classic, the first ever professional outdoor hockey game 
  • Joining the NFL and learning the sport's unique culture as an outsider 
  • Managing the team and logistics for NFL events like the Super Bowl and Draft
  • Behind-the-scenes stories from producing Super Bowl halftime shows
  • Dealing with unexpected crises like power outages at Super Bowl XLVII
  • Launching his own company, Fast Traffic, for more variety and flexibility
  • The importance of getting involved in events through any entry point opportunity

How to Connect with Frank

  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franksupovitz 
  • Twitter: @SUPEvents
  • Website: https://www.fasttrafficevents.com
]]> Storytelling No Interview with Michèle Naili 1 1 10 10 Interview with Michèle Naili full 21f1f304-e693-4f06-8f9e-d58be283fd15 https://share.transistor.fm/s/783eba2f A true pioneer of broadcast television in Brazil, Michèle Naili shares incredible stories from her 37+ years organizing major international sports events. Stories include emigrating from Egypt to Brazil as a refugee, getting her start in TV as a child actor in Brazil, learning a critical lesson from her grandmother, directing Formula One and World Cup broadcasts, finding creative solutions in a favela, bringing video on demand to Brazil, and her passion for helping indigenous communities. 

]]> A true pioneer of broadcast television in Brazil, Michèle Naili shares incredible stories from her 37+ years organizing major international sports events. Stories include emigrating from Egypt to Brazil as a refugee, getting her start in TV as a child actor in Brazil, learning a critical lesson from her grandmother, directing Formula One and World Cup broadcasts, finding creative solutions in a favela, bringing video on demand to Brazil, and her passion for helping indigenous communities. 

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 16:19:22 -0600 Christian Napier Christian Napier 3596 A true pioneer of broadcast television in Brazil, Michèle Naili shares incredible stories from her 37+ years organizing major international sports events. Stories include emigrating from Egypt to Brazil as a refugee, getting her start in TV as a child actor in Brazil, learning a critical lesson from her grandmother, directing Formula One and World Cup broadcasts, finding creative solutions in a favela, bringing video on demand to Brazil, and her passion for helping indigenous communities. 

]]> Storytelling No Interview with Tricia Fenton 1 1 9 9 Interview with Tricia Fenton full c4f05046-2f3c-47cc-af44-d0baceed0c6e https://share.transistor.fm/s/cd0f0c49 Tricia Fenton shares 30+ years of stories organizing major events like the Olympics, Super Bowls, FIFA World Cups, and more. She recalls a chance encounter on a ski run kicking off her event career and driving her Jeep Wrangler to Orlando with no place to stay to work an unpaid internship. Tricia offers advice on career transitions, empowering teams, overcoming challenges, work-life balance, building a support network, taking care of mental health and finding the right organizational fit.

]]> Tricia Fenton shares 30+ years of stories organizing major events like the Olympics, Super Bowls, FIFA World Cups, and more. She recalls a chance encounter on a ski run kicking off her event career and driving her Jeep Wrangler to Orlando with no place to stay to work an unpaid internship. Tricia offers advice on career transitions, empowering teams, overcoming challenges, work-life balance, building a support network, taking care of mental health and finding the right organizational fit.

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 14:02:59 -0600 Christian Napier Christian Napier 5255 Tricia Fenton shares 30+ years of stories organizing major events like the Olympics, Super Bowls, FIFA World Cups, and more. She recalls a chance encounter on a ski run kicking off her event career and driving her Jeep Wrangler to Orlando with no place to stay to work an unpaid internship. Tricia offers advice on career transitions, empowering teams, overcoming challenges, work-life balance, building a support network, taking care of mental health and finding the right organizational fit.

]]> Storytelling No Interview with Ricardo Trade aka "Baka" 1 1 8 8 Interview with Ricardo Trade aka "Baka" full 62495684-fc2b-4e01-9ccb-3fbaf1506717 https://share.transistor.fm/s/879a6456 In this episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews veteran executive Ricardo Trade ("Baka") about his illustrious 40-year career in sports and event management. Baka describes his journey from being a handball player on Brazil's national team to working in volleyball, eventually transitioning to organizing major events like the Pan American Games, FIFA World Cup, and Olympics. Baka stresses the importance of building strong teams, embracing innovation, and continuously learning.

]]> In this episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews veteran executive Ricardo Trade ("Baka") about his illustrious 40-year career in sports and event management. Baka describes his journey from being a handball player on Brazil's national team to working in volleyball, eventually transitioning to organizing major events like the Pan American Games, FIFA World Cup, and Olympics. Baka stresses the importance of building strong teams, embracing innovation, and continuously learning.

]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:44:34 -0600 Christian Napier Christian Napier 3353 In this episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews veteran executive Ricardo Trade ("Baka") about his illustrious 40-year career in sports and event management. Baka describes his journey from being a handball player on Brazil's national team to working in volleyball, eventually transitioning to organizing major events like the Pan American Games, FIFA World Cup, and Olympics. Baka stresses the importance of building strong teams, embracing innovation, and continuously learning.

]]> Storytelling No Interview with Christy Nicolay 1 1 7 7 Interview with Christy Nicolay full 652d3e56-f527-4e9b-bf61-ba4f00b2a7bf https://share.transistor.fm/s/5097401c In this episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews world-renowned sport production expert Christy Nicolay. They discuss Christy's career path from MTV to ESPN to the Olympics. Highlights include introducing athlete personality videos in Vancouver and getting crowds dancing in Lima, fog stopping volleyball in Peru, and making s'mores. Christy offers advice for aspiring event professionals - pursue what you love, say yes to opportunities, and learn languages.

]]> In this episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews world-renowned sport production expert Christy Nicolay. They discuss Christy's career path from MTV to ESPN to the Olympics. Highlights include introducing athlete personality videos in Vancouver and getting crowds dancing in Lima, fog stopping volleyball in Peru, and making s'mores. Christy offers advice for aspiring event professionals - pursue what you love, say yes to opportunities, and learn languages.

]]> Thu, 28 Sep 2023 06:30:00 -0600 Christian Napier Christian Napier 3238 In this episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews world-renowned sport production expert Christy Nicolay. They discuss Christy's career path from MTV to ESPN to the Olympics. Highlights include introducing athlete personality videos in Vancouver and getting crowds dancing in Lima, fog stopping volleyball in Peru, and making s'mores. Christy offers advice for aspiring event professionals - pursue what you love, say yes to opportunities, and learn languages.

]]> Storytelling No Interview with Alan Shaw 1 1 6 6 Interview with Alan Shaw full 397f6afb-75e1-4fd0-a4dd-e75947ca025b https://share.transistor.fm/s/1773c53a Christian Napier interviews Alan Shaw in this episode. Alan has worked on major sporting events for over 4 decades in 17 countries across 6 continents including 12 Olympic Games. He shares stories and lessons learned including funny moments, teamwork challenges, mentor influences, and advice for those interested in entering the event industry. Key topics include the genesis of workforce planning, innovative data capture, and the core team planning model.

]]> Christian Napier interviews Alan Shaw in this episode. Alan has worked on major sporting events for over 4 decades in 17 countries across 6 continents including 12 Olympic Games. He shares stories and lessons learned including funny moments, teamwork challenges, mentor influences, and advice for those interested in entering the event industry. Key topics include the genesis of workforce planning, innovative data capture, and the core team planning model.

]]> Tue, 26 Sep 2023 09:32:49 -0600 Christian Napier Christian Napier 4239 Christian Napier interviews Alan Shaw in this episode. Alan has worked on major sporting events for over 4 decades in 17 countries across 6 continents including 12 Olympic Games. He shares stories and lessons learned including funny moments, teamwork challenges, mentor influences, and advice for those interested in entering the event industry. Key topics include the genesis of workforce planning, innovative data capture, and the core team planning model.

]]> Storytelling No Interview with Chris Crowley 1 1 5 5 Interview with Chris Crowley full 48dd48ac-0256-4ef8-b830-cac8e483a284 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3a25b0d2 Chris Crowley has over 30 years of experience in event management, starting with the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco where he interned during the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, and continuing through Salt Lake 2002, Vancouver 2010 and Rio 2016 Olympics as well as hundreds of events. Chris shares lessons learned from earthquakes, 9/11, the financial crisis and applying major event planning skills in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic as Summit County Emergency Manager of Public Health.

]]> Chris Crowley has over 30 years of experience in event management, starting with the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco where he interned during the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, and continuing through Salt Lake 2002, Vancouver 2010 and Rio 2016 Olympics as well as hundreds of events. Chris shares lessons learned from earthquakes, 9/11, the financial crisis and applying major event planning skills in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic as Summit County Emergency Manager of Public Health.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 16:37:09 -0600 Christian Napier Christian Napier 5320 Chris Crowley has over 30 years of experience in event management, starting with the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco where he interned during the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, and continuing through Salt Lake 2002, Vancouver 2010 and Rio 2016 Olympics as well as hundreds of events. Chris shares lessons learned from earthquakes, 9/11, the financial crisis and applying major event planning skills in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic as Summit County Emergency Manager of Public Health.

]]> Storytelling No Interview with Derrick Salisbury 1 1 4 4 Interview with Derrick Salisbury full f28b29a7-ef3d-4afa-bdb4-d655a5bd823e https://share.transistor.fm/s/279a25b6 In this episode, event industry veteran Derrick Salisbury reflects on his 30+ year career managing transport operations at major events like the Olympics and FIFA World Cup. Derrick discusses lessons learned on teamwork, overcoming challenges, and the importance of focusing on the athlete/guest experience. He emphasizes the people he's worked with over the years who shaped his approach and talks about the need to mentor future generations. 

]]> In this episode, event industry veteran Derrick Salisbury reflects on his 30+ year career managing transport operations at major events like the Olympics and FIFA World Cup. Derrick discusses lessons learned on teamwork, overcoming challenges, and the importance of focusing on the athlete/guest experience. He emphasizes the people he's worked with over the years who shaped his approach and talks about the need to mentor future generations. 

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 16:34:15 -0600 Christian Napier Christian Napier 4481 In this episode, event industry veteran Derrick Salisbury reflects on his 30+ year career managing transport operations at major events like the Olympics and FIFA World Cup. Derrick discusses lessons learned on teamwork, overcoming challenges, and the importance of focusing on the athlete/guest experience. He emphasizes the people he's worked with over the years who shaped his approach and talks about the need to mentor future generations. 

]]> Storytelling No Interview with Maureen Sweeney 1 1 3 3 Interview with Maureen Sweeney full a6fd45dd-ce19-43fb-affa-69bf01a2c36c https://share.transistor.fm/s/dbc0bb4f In this episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews event planning veteran Maureen Sweeney about her decades of experience organizing high-profile events around the world. They discuss Maureen's unlikely entry into event planning through historical reenactments to the Olympic Games, the importance of networking and mentorship, managing crises like VIPs getting lost on the way to the opening ceremony, acquiring new skills with each event, and embracing the constant need to problem-solve and change plans at the last minute.

]]> In this episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews event planning veteran Maureen Sweeney about her decades of experience organizing high-profile events around the world. They discuss Maureen's unlikely entry into event planning through historical reenactments to the Olympic Games, the importance of networking and mentorship, managing crises like VIPs getting lost on the way to the opening ceremony, acquiring new skills with each event, and embracing the constant need to problem-solve and change plans at the last minute.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 16:31:54 -0600 Christian Napier Christian Napier 4539 In this episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews event planning veteran Maureen Sweeney about her decades of experience organizing high-profile events around the world. They discuss Maureen's unlikely entry into event planning through historical reenactments to the Olympic Games, the importance of networking and mentorship, managing crises like VIPs getting lost on the way to the opening ceremony, acquiring new skills with each event, and embracing the constant need to problem-solve and change plans at the last minute.

]]> Storytelling No Interview with Beverly Carey 1 1 2 2 Interview with Beverly Carey full 22217459-1493-4c2e-a736-63130a451a81 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4578c85a In this episode, host Christian Napier interviews Bev Carey about her 20+ year career working on major events like the Olympics, Super Bowl, World Athletics Championships, and more. They discuss her journey from advertising to Salt Lake 2002, the importance of mentors, overcoming imposter syndrome, the challenges of delivering complex events, and the need to find life balance. Carey also shares advice for those looking to get into events - jump in, ask questions, and build relationships.

]]> In this episode, host Christian Napier interviews Bev Carey about her 20+ year career working on major events like the Olympics, Super Bowl, World Athletics Championships, and more. They discuss her journey from advertising to Salt Lake 2002, the importance of mentors, overcoming imposter syndrome, the challenges of delivering complex events, and the need to find life balance. Carey also shares advice for those looking to get into events - jump in, ask questions, and build relationships.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 16:29:44 -0600 Christian Napier Christian Napier 2821 In this episode, host Christian Napier interviews Bev Carey about her 20+ year career working on major events like the Olympics, Super Bowl, World Athletics Championships, and more. They discuss her journey from advertising to Salt Lake 2002, the importance of mentors, overcoming imposter syndrome, the challenges of delivering complex events, and the need to find life balance. Carey also shares advice for those looking to get into events - jump in, ask questions, and build relationships.

]]> Storytelling No Interview with Leonardo Cohen 1 1 1 1 Interview with Leonardo Cohen full 4b9e216c-8390-4626-b41f-369861bf7215 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3164a5ed In the inaugural episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews Leonardo Cohen, a veteran of over 20 major events spanning two decades. They discuss Leo's start in events at the 2007 Pan American Games in Rio, his work around the world, biggest career challenges and achievements, advice for newcomers, and goosebump moments. Leo offers insight into adapting across cultures, the importance of relationships, and pursuing new ventures while continuing his event work.

]]> In the inaugural episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews Leonardo Cohen, a veteran of over 20 major events spanning two decades. They discuss Leo's start in events at the 2007 Pan American Games in Rio, his work around the world, biggest career challenges and achievements, advice for newcomers, and goosebump moments. Leo offers insight into adapting across cultures, the importance of relationships, and pursuing new ventures while continuing his event work.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 16:27:32 -0600 Christian Napier Christian Napier 2941 In the inaugural episode of Event Masters, host Christian Napier interviews Leonardo Cohen, a veteran of over 20 major events spanning two decades. They discuss Leo's start in events at the 2007 Pan American Games in Rio, his work around the world, biggest career challenges and achievements, advice for newcomers, and goosebump moments. Leo offers insight into adapting across cultures, the importance of relationships, and pursuing new ventures while continuing his event work.

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