The Delusional Nomad

S1 EP10 Carrie Campbell: Leading with kindness

Carrie Campbell is the Senior Vice President of Fenway Park Events at the Boston Red Sox, leading the year-round marketing, sales, and execution of private and public events. With over 30 years in hospitality and tourism, she has played a pivotal role in transforming Fenway Park into one of New England’s premier event venues—and a standout among major league ballparks. Before stepping onto the Fenway stage, Carrie honed her expertise at Boston’s most iconic properties. She spent six years at the Boston Harbor Hotel as Director of Catering and later Director of Sales & Marketing. Prior to that, she served as Director of Catering at the Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel, crafting unforgettable experiences for seven years. Beyond the hotel world, Carrie has a deep history of engaging top donors and orchestrating high-profile charity walks, fundraisers, and golf tournaments for nonprofit organizations. More than a seasoned hospitality executive, Carrie is a dynamic leader known for building strong, engaged teams and fostering a culture of excellence. She believes that investing in people is the most important business decision, and her leadership legacy is defined by mentorship, collaboration, and a relentless commitment to recognition and gratitude. A passionate advocate for the meetings, events, and entertainment industry, Carrie was recently recognized as an Industry Leader in Smart Meetings Magazine’s 2024 Smart Women in Meetings. Her career has been a love letter to Boston’s most storied venues, from her early days at The Hampshire House to her leadership at the Boston Harbor Hotel and now Fenway Park. She also lends her expertise to the Board of Directors for Meet Boston, the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, and Skål Boston. When she’s not shaping the future of events at Fenway, Carrie is a certified Bikram Yoga instructor and a proud South End resident.

S1 EP9 Adam Rzane: Beyond the Medina: Reinventing Morocco for Modern Explorers

In this episode of The Delusional Nomad, Eric Czerlonka speaks with Adam Rzane of Access Travel Morocco about the evolution of his family business and their shared vision for creating extraordinary travel experiences. The conversation explores Morocco's rich cultural tapestry, its misunderstood reputation around safety, and the power of immersive, story-driven travel. Adam shares how his background in experiential marketing and luxury hospitality shaped Access’ pivot from mass tourism to bespoke incentive travel. Together, they reflect on the importance of cultural connection, honoring local traditions, and pushing the limits of what’s possible in global event planning—reminding us that when the right people dream big together, unforgettable journeys are born.

S1 EP8 Jim McPartlin: The Enneagram at Work: Understanding The People Around You

Jim is a seasoned coach, consultant, and author with over 30 years of leadership experience in luxury hospitality and a broad consulting practice that spans industries—from venture capital and construction to fashion and entertainment. He held executive roles with Kimpton Hotels, W Hotels Worldwide, André Balazs Properties, and The Ian Schrager Company, and served as Vice President of Leadership Development at Forbes Travel Guide. In 2021, Jim founded All Good People Corp, a leadership development and consulting firm that helps individuals and organizations cultivate emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and authentic connection. A certified Enneagram teacher for over three decades, he integrates this powerful framework into his work with clients across sectors to foster healthy, high-performing cultures. He is also the author of The Enneagram at Work (St. Martin’s Press, 2021).   For more information: jimmcpartlin@outlook.com [jimmcpartlin@outlook.com]  / 310 709 9730 /  www.allgoodpeoplecorp.com [http://www.allgoodpeoplecorp.com]

S1 EP7 Karen Breault: Choosing action before diagnosis, my sister unlikely survival story.

In this powerful episode of The Delusional Nomad, host Eric Czerlonka sits down with his sister Karen to share her unexpected journey from a routine CT scan to a life-saving Whipple surgery. Initially told that a spot on her pancreas was likely harmless, Karen trusted her instincts and opted for surgery—only to discover afterward that cancer had already begun to metastasis. Her story highlights the importance of self-advocacy, second opinions, and making bold decisions in the face of uncertainty. Through humor, vulnerability, and reflection, the episode explores how curiosity, pragmatism, and a willingness to act—even without all the answers—can ultimately change the course of a life.

S1 EP6 Dave Turano: Redefining Success: Legacy, Curiosity, and the Power of Meaningful Conversations

Dave Turano is an Executive Advisor and performance coach with over 25 years of experience helping leaders and organizations unlock their potential. As the founder of JCE Consulting, Dave specializes in leadership, communication, and sales coaching, empowering executives to communicate with confidence and drive organizational success.  His candid, yet caring approach has earned him lasting relationships across industries, where his clients value his ability to challenge their thinking while making the process enjoyable.s earned him lasting relationships across industries, where his clients value his ability to challenge their thinking while making the process enjoyable.