Adam left the corporate grind at Salesforce to build his own “rocket ship”, and he’s telling us exactly why (and how) he did it.
We’re breaking down:
The burnout that pushed him to quit the sales floor for good (it wasn’t because he worked too hard either)
Why tiny, niche events beat massive trade shows every time
How to work smarter (not harder) when planning sponsorships
Why event organizers must make it stupid-easy to spend money with them
And the ultimate debate: branded vs. unbranded swag—Adam’s got thoughts
If you love events, business glow-ups, and a little spicy event strategy talk, pull up a chair, grab a drink, and get ready for some seriously real conversation.
Connect with Adam HERE
https://techstackadvising.com/
Listen to Adam’s Podcast HERE
https://open.spotify.com/show/0aGEEihBcdAvi5n7wC21p6?si=e14bf868dbb94dc2
Connect with Megan HERE
https://msquareddynamics.com/
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