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October 10, 2025 39 mins

Behind the disco-ball energy and champagne sparkle, Neen James is on a mission to prove that luxury is a mindset, not a price tag. In this After Show, Megan Martin and Neen James dig deeper into Exceptional Experiences. What does that mean? It means exploring how to create personalization at scale, giving attendees behind-the-scenes access, and how contagious confidence can elevate your event culture.

They also swap stories about luxury hotel dogs, knife sommeliers, and why hot pink has become Neen’s ultimate power move in every boardroom.

And of course, they get into guilty pleasures, leadership trends that need to die, and how event profs can protect their energy while showing up 100% for clients.

🔥 What You’ll Learn in This After Show:

  • How to spot and create daily champagne moments for your team and clients

  • Why behind-the-scenes access is one of the most powerful luxury levers

  • The mindset shift every middle manager can use to sell leadership on luxury experiences

  • How to care for employees as much as attendees—front of house and back of house

  • The real story behind Neen’s pink power brand and how to own your presence in any room


About the Guest:

Neen James is a leadership strategist, keynote speaker, and author of three books including Exceptional Experiences. With boundless energy, sharp wit, and a signature pink style, she’s been called the “Energizer Bunny” of the speaking world and works with Fortune 500 leaders, associations, and even the FBI to help them elevate experiences and influence.


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