I just happened to be presenting on KINDNESS in Memphis when I hear that Celia Imrie was in the same location on her book tour of "Meet Me at Rainbow Corner". She graciously accepted my offer for a quick interview and was simply delightful.

Although she politely disputed the name of my company by sensing that "Many People DO!", we had a lovely discussion about KINDNESS, ambition, and "doing". Her best-selling books seem to have a theme of empathy and being nice, which she attributes to her personal philosophy.

Celia is best known for her film roles, including the Bridget Jones film series, Nanny McPhee, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, and the Netflix series The Diplomat.

This interview was live from the Peabody Memphis hotel as we discuss her journey as an Olivier Award winner, a celebrated actress, and an author known for her themes of kindness and empathy.

Celia highlights the importance of continuous effort and optimism, sharing her experiences of receiving warmth and hospitality while traveling across America. The conversation also touches on the significance of kindness, how it influences her writing, and the impact of wartime struggles on human relationships.

More information on her books here:

http://bit.ly/410fB8N

More information on IMDB:

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0408309/

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Today's podcast guest is Allison (Sitch) O'Connor, truly one of the best communicators on the planet, let alone in the travel world. In addition to being a dear friend from our time together at Ritz-Carlton, she now serves as the Senior Vice President of Strategic Communications for the U.S. Travel Association.

During this conversation, she is shares the inspiration behind her drive and her successes. She is hardworking, cares deeply, and Imagine grating cheese able to articulate elements of "doing" beyond compare with her careful selection of words and the way she describes her experiences.

The conversation highlights Allison's journey from her roots in Southampton, England, influenced by her hardworking father, to her prominent role in the travel industry. Key moments in her career include working her way up from grating cheese in a Michelin-star restaurant to leading global communications for Ritz Carlton. Alison shares insights on the value of hard work, humility, and accepting opportunities even when they appear challenging.

The discussion also delves into the impact of travel on personal growth, the importance of human connection, and the benefits travel brings to society. Lessons from Allison's story emphasize overcoming fear through perseverance, embracing new opportunities, and valuing travel's role in fostering understanding and reducing fear. She is simply a delight and a person you need to know and support.

On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-sitch-oconnor-1391697/

More about U.S. Travel Association: https://www.ustravel.org/

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Blake and Morgan Hill are influencers that are living out their dreams of being full time content creators who will soon be traveling the country in an RV adventure.

This episode comes naturally from Blake's discussion with our internship team that provided such rich, valuable lessons we simply had to share on our platform. Thank you to Miranda, Ivy, and Harinder for some excellent questions.

Imagine taking the leap to travel with your wife full time, enjoy luxury experiences, dine in world renown restaurants, and then "having" to capture it all on video and photos (for a job)!

He shares his inspiring journey from having a criminal justice degree to working in construction and eventually starting a drone business. His wife Morgan, a former sports reporter, transitioned to being a full-time influencer and social media marketer. Together, they have leveraged their skills and passions to create content for brands across different platforms, making their dream of traveling the country in an RV a reality.

Blake emphasizes the importance of taking risks, being authentic, and working with brands that align with their values. He also offers practical advice on content creation, the use of social media, and the importance of perseverance.

Morgan and Blake Hill:

https://www.instagram.com/moreewithmo/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/blakehilldrones/?hl=en

https://www.tiktok.com/@moreewithmo

Bart Berkey:

https://www.instagram.com/bartberkey/?hl=en

https://www.tiktok.com/@bart.berkey

Alexa Berkey: https://www.tiktok.com/@alexasgourmetkitchen

Terri Fisher-Berkey:

https://www.instagram.com/food.haul/?hl=en

Minou Clark was formerly the VP of Paris Hilton's 11:11 Media. She is one of the most authentic and self-aware leaders that has been on this podcast. We discuss the "icks" of leadership and how to avoid them, and why she remains "herself" in running a flat organization.

She shares her unique journey from media and entertainment to the aesthetics industry. Minou discusses her empathetic leadership style, emphasizing trust, ownership, and an open, flat company culture. She highlights the importance of personal growth and self-actualization through her work at RealSelf.

Minou’s story conveys vital lessons on maintaining humility, fostering trust within teams, and encouraging employees by creating a supportive and transparent environment.

More about Most People Don't: https://bartaberkey.com More about Minou Clark, CEO, RealSelf | Award-Winning Digital Leader | AdWeek Top 50 Business Leader

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/minouclark

Minou Clark, the newly appointed CEO of https://realself.com RealSelf, is a bold and visionary leader recognized for revolutionizing digital media businesses. With over a decade of experience at the intersection of pop culture and innovation, Minou has earned a reputation for driving exponential audience growth and crafting breakthrough revenue strategies for global brands and Fortune 500 companies, including Walmart, Meta, Amazon, Taco Bell, and L’Oréal.

Minou’s expertise lies in fusing trends from internet culture with data-driven insights, consistently delivering transformative business results. As Senior Vice President at Paris Hilton’s 11:11 Media, she fueled explosive 70% audience growth across the digital empire, generating over 1 billion video views in 2023 alone. Known for her intellectual honesty and fearless decision-making, she is celebrated for pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

Her award-winning leadership has earned her industry-wide recognition, including being named one of AdWeek’s Top 50 Business Leaders (2023) and accolades like Ad Age’s Social Campaign of the Year (2024) and Cannes Lions Finalist for Excellence in Brand Experience & Social Content Marketing (2023).

What does it take to be named ASTA's Travel Advisor of the Year? Reputation, values, and creativity all helped Velia Kennedy, the founder of Modern Family Travel, earn this recognition.

When I met her at a KINDNESS CONFERENCE, I was drawn into her authentic being. Not pretentious, not fancy, but extremely real.

She shares her evolution from pursuing early childhood education to selling engineering software, and eventually establishing her own travel agency. Despite exceling in corporate sales, Velia felt unfulfilled and pivoted towards her passion for travel, focusing on creating meaningful family experiences.

Our discussion emphasizes the value of authenticity, compassion, and personal fulfillment. Velia's journey underscores the importance of aligning one's career with personal values, being open to new opportunities, and stepping out of comfort zones.

Her story, encapsulated by winning the 2024 ASTA Travel Advisor of the Year award, highlights the impact of authenticity in business and the importance of taking chances to find true satisfaction. Lessons to overcome fear include exploring varied career possibilities, prioritizing personal fulfillment over societal expectations, and the transformative power of kindness and authenticity in building a successful business.

More about Velia and her agency here: https://www.modernfamilytravelllc.com/

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Contact Bart if you have an idea for another amazing guest to contribute to this AWARD WINNING, TOP 2% IN THE WORLD PODCAST.

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At 12 years old Brad Sattin wrote a neighborhood newspaper to 'TELL STORIES' about his friends. He knew what he wanted to do for a career and for his passion. He wanted to uncover and tell stories that would be "fair and accurate". His began to "do" what "Most People Don't" and started looking at the stories from the lens of where everyone else was "not looking".

As he grew up, he would focus his passion toward building his career, including an internship with Dan Rather and even toward winning 4 Emmy Awards.

Brad, after a 30-year career as a reporter/news anchor, now partners at Focus Media Services. His story narrates the rigorous path of a TV journalist, filled with long hours, self-doubt, and the real-life impact of experiences covering both heartwarming and tragic stories. Through personal reflections and anecdotes, including on-air blunders, failed job transitions, and running marathons, Brad sheds light on the power of authenticity, kindness, and resilience.

Key lessons include overcoming fears, the significance of persistence and improvement, and appreciating one's own achievements in real-time. The script serves as a testament to the journey of personal and professional growth by embracing authenticity in storytelling and the positive impact of small gestures in interactions.

More about Focus Media Services here:

https://focusmediaservices.com/

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Meg Fasy is back and honored to have her as my first "repeat" guest in 150+ episodes. Not only is she a friend, but a massive resource in the Sponsorship/Meeting & Events space. She has earned and learned a perspective that is valuable to anyone that might ever attend a conference and wants to "stand out".

This podcast, recorded at the IMEX America conference in Las Vegas, shares answers by Meg on questions like, "among thousands, how do you differentiate yourself" and "how do you become memorable"?

She shares a few best practices for making MEANINGFUL CONNECTINS by offering value and authentic conversations.

Key topics include the importance of relationship-building over one-time interactions, personalized sponsorship strategies, and unique offerings for event planners.

Meg emphasizes providing value through actions like main-taining client relationships, offering quiet places at events, and focusing on sustainability. She shares insights from her experience in sales and sponsorship, promoting a customized approach to client engagement.

The conversation also highlights the camaraderie and support within the small business community and discusses the competitive nature of larger industries like hotels. Meg encourages listeners to consider their marketing objectives and use storytelling to create memorable experiences in professional interactions. More about Meg Fasy:

Meg Fasy is well known in the events industry, with a diverse career that spans hospitality, convention and visitors’ bureaus, industry associations, event technology, and strategic partnerships.

As the founder of FazeFWD, a sponsorship management company, Meg is dedicated to enhancing the dialogue between event organizers and brand partners to boost attendee engagement. Her expertise includes:

· Create Robust Prospectuses that offer value and build revenue

· Drive strategic initiatives

· Design immersive experiences for Live events

Her commitment to innovation in the events industry continues to make a significant impact on how sponsorships are approached and executed.

https://fazefwd.com

meg@fazefwd.com

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Imagine being the General Manager for one of the BEST private clubs in the entire country and refusing to be nominated for an award (that you truly deserve!).

“I don’t need it.”

Below are THE TOP 3 things that I learned yesterday about LEADERSHIP from Fred Fung, the General Manager of the Bonita Bay Club in Florida during my visit and training/keynote presentation with his team.

1.YOU NOT ME

Not “my way”, but “our way”.

Carry someone else ahead of you across the finish line.

Authentically put others AHEAD of YOURSELF.

My friend Fred shared this quote by Harry S. Truman that he lives by and that has changed the trajectory of his entire career.

"It's amazing what you can accomplish when you don't care who gets credit".

It is not about him. Its not about his needs. He is able to use an approach that I talk about for leaders called “ERASE YOU”. At work, he puts his employees needs ahead of his own. He puts the member’s needs ahead of his own. He removes obstacles and barriers to enable others to succeed. He doesn’t need to be in the photo. He would rather be “anonymous” in his contributions.

Perhaps you’ve seen the video of the marathon runner who stops short of the finish line to help another runner who can barely stand. This gentleman carries the weak runner ahead of him, so that the other person can finish ahead of himself. Literally putting “others ahead of yourself.”.

2. CARE DEEPLY

“Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care”- Theodore Roosevelt

CARE ABOUT As part of his role, he is often required to make massive decisions within minutes. The influencers for those decisions always remains most heavy for OTHERS.

After conducting a KEYNOTE/TRAINING SESSION for his team, I began to understand even more the impact of his approach.

“This is the BEST job I’ve ever had. I’ve been here for 20+ years, and everyday I’m able and encouraged to learn more, to challenge myself, and even do more.”

Fred celebrates his team. Knows every employee by name and is careful to inject something personal about them when he introduces me. “Hugh is responsible for 140 golf instructors”. “Jean has been here for years, always works with a smile, and is so good at making salads that there is one named after him on the menu.” “Robert loves teaching new servers how to do their jobs better, and he won a car years ago by making a half-court shot at a competition.”

3. YOU NEED TO LISTEN TO THE PODCAST NOW FOR TIP #3

More about: FREDERICK FUNG, CEO and General Manager, Bonita Bay Club

Fred started with Bonita Bay Club in 2010, departed in 2017, and re-joined in 2019. In the interim, Fred was the General Manager and Chief Operating Officer of Charlotte Country Club, a Top 10 ranked Platinum Club of America and a Top 50 ranked Platinum Club of the World. With 35 years of hospitality leadership experience, Fred spent twenty years of his career in the luxury hotel sector, highlighted by a 7-year tenure with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, opening their triple (hotel, restaurant, and spa) 5-Star property in Miami.

In 2007, he transitioned to private club management with Turnberry Isle, Fisher Island, and joined Bonita Bay Club immediately following its turnover from developer to member owned.

Bonita Bay Club is Florida’s largest member-owned private club golf facility. As Chief Executive Officer, Fred is responsible for the operational and strategic oversight of two campuses, five golf courses, 16 tennis courts, 15 pickleball courts, a 60,000 square foot Lifestyle Center, six restaurants, croquet, bocce, a resort style pool, and serving 4000 Members and 600 staff.

https://bonitabayclub.net

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