Welcome to Coffee Talk…a Venue Managers Guide

Episodes

Aug. 31, 2022

5.1 Minimum Shenanigans… Today

Sarah & TJ overview their on-site venue visits in Episode 1 of SEASON 5! Join them for lots of season 5 trip shenanigans... Why are they allowed in public?

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Aug. 29, 2022

Espresso Shot 19 with Wendi Kaspar

Wendi Arant Kaspar is a Professor in International Affairs at Texas A&M University. She has a MLS from the University of Washington and a MS in Management from Texas A&M University. She teaches information-intensive and resea...

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Aug. 22, 2022

Where Are They Now? - Danielle

Danielle was an Event Assistant here at The Annenberg Presidential Conference Center. She graduated with a degree in Economics. She was born and raised in South Africa, but attended High School in Katy, TX. If you need a personal shopper, …

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Aug. 16, 2022

Where Are They Now? - Hope

Hope was a marketing intern here at The Annenberg Presidential Conference Center. She graduated with a degree in University Studies. Hope was born and grew up in Plano, Texas. She is a free spirit and the best damn “coffee runner!”

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July 20, 2022

Summer Series - Reserve At Cottonwood Creek

Today, Sarah & TJ chat with Rosa V, owner of the gorgeous Reserve at Cottonwood Creek venue. Sitting on around 9 acres, they tour the grounds, venues, and vineyard and get the scoop on all the great events hosted and …

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July 18, 2022

Espresso Shot 18 with Nicole Collier

The research shows that you should join TJ & Sarah today as they round out chatting with the FINAL full-time staff member of the Center for Non Profit & Philanthropy... Nicole Collier!! Diagrams, graphs, chickens, and Bush School antics... join …

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July 13, 2022

Summer Series - Downtown 202

Whitney, owner of Downtown 202, chat with TJ & Sarah about the lovely event venue. From student org events to weddings to meetings this space can accommodate any event (within capacity of course)!

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July 11, 2022

Espresso Shot 17 with Andrew Morriss

What do squirrels, Continental airline, the Bush School and a lawyer have in common? Professor Andrew Morriss! Come join TJ & Sarah as they adventure down the career path of Professor Morriss, from lawyer to Bush School professor and all …

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July 6, 2022

KinderHill Brew Lab - "Don't Kill The Plants"

Laura & Jason give Sarah & TJ the scoop on the amazing KinderHill Brew Lab; venue, catering, custom brews, dog birthday parties, music bingo and what's the deal with the plants?

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July 5, 2022

Espresso Shot 16 with Tamara Hitt & Catherine Vinson

Academic Advisors, Tamara Hitt & Catherine Vinson join Sarah & TJ to chat about the work they do contributing to the Office of Extended Education's growing student pool!

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June 29, 2022

Sale Depot - "We interrupt your scheduled podcast for a train update…

Chatting with Abi & Mo with Destination Bryan about renting the Sale Depot in Downtown Bryan. Join Sarah & TJ for catering, trains, cost, and Wi-Fi!

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June 27, 2022

Espresso Shot 15 with Brandon Dealmeida

Bush School IT student technician, Brandon, schools Sarah & TJ on how printers actually work, how his tech journey began, and where he plans on going with it! The Bush School family really does have the best student workers.

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June 20, 2022

Espresso Shot 14 with the Parkers

The first couple to be interviewed on Espresso Shots, Denise & Jerry Parker! Learn about their amazing past and current works, and their obvious love of helping others.

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June 13, 2022

Espresso Shot 13 with Lisa Brown

Sarah & TJ chat with Lisa Brown today, DOCTOR Lisa Brown, Director of the Office of Extended Education. Join them as Dr. Brown explains her role, passion, and joys of working at the Bush School.

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June 6, 2022

Espresso Shot 12 with Bush School Graduates

Sarah & TJ crash the Bush School Graduation pre-grad gathering to ask random Graduates rapid fire questions to get the feel of how it REALLY is to be a part of the Bush School.

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May 31, 2022

Espresso Shot 11 with Kelley Robbins

Help Sarah & TJ welcome their dear friend, colleague, and client Kelley Robbins; the Bush School's very own Unofficial Interim Assistant Dean of Tacos. Today Kelley takes them on the fabulous journey of her past up to today, her love …

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May 23, 2022

Espresso Shot 10 with Steven Sisk

Take 2! Today, Sarah & TJ chat with the PCC's very own Event Manager, Steven Sisk! They will get the run down of past & current work, future goals, and of course how much he enjoys his coworkers!

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May 17, 2022

4.7 - Saying Goodbye is the Hardest Part (To People, Not the Podcast)

Today Coffee Talk hosts, Sarah & TJ, are interviewed by the APCC's 5 student workers/intern/basically family. Join them as Sofia, Ruth Ann, Jimmy, (other) Sarah, and Megan ask the questions, hear the tales of past, present, and future, as well …

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May 16, 2022

Espresso Shot 9 with Leslie Ruyle

Join TJ & Sarah as they fan girl over Dr. Leslie Ruyle's amazing work throughout the world (and laugh at TJ's inability to know acronyms or pronounce anything). Hang on tight as they are schooled in Leslie's passion for her …

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May 9, 2022

Espresso Shot 8 with Matt Upton

Today, Sarah & TJ connect with Matt Upton, Assistant Dean of Diversity & Student Affairs at the Bush School. Hang out as they get a lesson in what exactly it means to be the Assistant Dean of Diversity & Student …

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May 2, 2022

Espresso Shot 7 with Will Watson

On this episode, Sarah & TJ chat with Bush School International Affairs student Will Watson as they find out what it's like in the life of a Bush School student, what the future holds, what stains, and who his favorite …

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April 25, 2022

Espresso Shot 6 with Sofia Patino

Join TJ & Sarah as they chat with their lovely student employee #girlboss Sofia Patino. Laughs, stories, work & school life... join in on the fun and go read up on all of Sofia's great research!

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April 20, 2022

4.6 - What Happens When You Interview Co-Workers...

Today, Sarah & TJ get to chat with one of their very own! Jamie Burns has an extensive background within the music industry as well as in events! She shares her experiences of online ticket sales, scalpers, and what's new …

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April 18, 2022

Espresso Shot 5 with Kenny Taylor

Dr. Kenny Taylor joins Espresso Shots today to tell Sarah & Tj all about the amazing things he has and is accomplishing within the Bush School. Please read up on his bio and listen on for laughs and lessons!

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