S1E12 From Baghdad to Business Class: Fadi Toma's Global Adventures

S1E16 – To Bleisure or Not to Bleisure

Meetings and Miles - https://www.linkedin.com/company/meetingsandmiles/ Hosts: Pamela Wilton - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelawilton/ Mark Peters - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdpeters17/ e: meetingsandmiles@gmail.com In this episode of Meetings of Miles, hosts Pamela Wilton, a business development consultant, and Mark Peters, a sales and marketing operations consultant, share their recent summer experiences. Pamela recounts visiting an outdoor concert in Killarney, Manitoba, while Mark discusses his love for yard games and a bit of golf. The conversation also delves into Pamela's participation in the Web Summit in Vancouver, discussing key takeaways about AI's role in marketing and technology, and her experience interviewing attendees about their favorite travel hacks and event strategies. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the logistics of business travel, exploring the concept of bleisure and how to maximize the benefits of different travel approaches. 00:00 Welcome to Meetings of Miles 00:34 Summer Adventures and Yard Games 02:47 Golf and More Summer Fun 04:43 Web Summit Vancouver Experience 11:28 Pamela's Web Summit Interview Series 12:01 Travel and Event Hacks 18:29 Bleisure Travel Insights 26:55 Wrapping Up and Contact Information ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

S1E15 - Collecting Humans: Why Paul Bailey Ditched Networking for Something Better

Meetings and Miles - https://www.linkedin.com/company/meetingsandmiles/ Hosts: Pamela Wilton - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelawilton/ Mark Peters - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdpeters17/ e: meetingsandmiles@gmail.com In this episode of 'Meanings and Miles,' hosts Pamela and Mark welcome Paul Bailey, Sales Director of International Market at Discover Halifax. They discuss the recent activities in their lives, including Pamela's increased frisbee playing and upcoming travels, and Mark's fishing adventures. The focus then shifts to Paul, who shares insights from his unique career journey spanning automotive, advertising, and tourism sectors. Paul emphasizes his approach to business travel, focusing on collecting meaningful experiences and human connections rather than simply networking or ticking off countries visited. He shares memorable stories from his travels, including an immersive food experience in India and a koala interaction in Australia. Paul also touches on maintaining well-being while traveling and the importance of being present both during travels and at home. The episode concludes with Pamela and Mark reflecting on Paul's philosophies and the impact of authentic connections and culinary experiences in travel. 00:00 Welcome and Catching Up 01:59 Introducing Our Special Guest: Paul Bailey 03:10 Paul Bailey's Career Journey 04:19 Selling Halifax: A Unique Approach 10:07 Memorable Travel Experiences 12:07 Culinary Adventures and Travel Stories 18:30 Exploring Global Connections and Business Travel 19:16 The Art of Networking and Collecting Humans 21:56 Building Meaningful Relationships 26:29 Balancing Work and Wellbeing on the Road 31:26 Paul's Travel Wisdom and Final Thoughts 34:31 Reflecting on the Interview and Key Takeaways ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

S1E14 - Motherhood, Music & Touring: Balancing Act with Nicky Mehta

Motherhood, Music & Touring: Balancing Act with Nicky Mehta Meetings and Miles - https://www.linkedin.com/company/meetingsandmiles/ Hosts: Pamela Wilton - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelawilton/ Mark Peters - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdpeters17/ e: meetingsandmiles@gmail.com In this episode of Meetings and Miles, hosts Pamela and Mark dive into a fascinating conversation with Nicky Mehta, a multi-Juno Award-winning recording artist from The Wailin’ Jennys. Nicky shares insights on her band’s 23-year journey, the challenges of managing touring logistics, and the impact of motherhood on her career. From navigating early days of DIY tours to balancing family life with a demanding music schedule, Nicky’s story is a testament to resilience, teamwork, and passion for music. Tune in to hear about her harrowing yet memorable tour experiences, the secret to keeping a band together for over two decades, and how she finds inspiration on the road. 00:00 Welcome to Meetings and Miles 00:48 Pamela's Indoor Frisbee Adventures 01:31 Introducing Our Special Guest: Nicky Mehta 02:30 Nicky Mehta's Musical Journey 04:55 Touring Life: The Early Days 11:18 Balancing Family and Career 15:44 Inspiring Stories of Parenthood and Music 18:11 A Harrowing Trip to the UK 18:56 Guitar Disaster and GPS Woes 20:44 Transmission Failure and Rush Hour Chaos 21:53 Navigating London and Unexpected Challenges 25:16 Touring Inspiration and Creative Stories 29:26 Travel Hacks and Personal Insights 30:31 Closing Thoughts and Farewell ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

S1E13 - When They Take Your Passport: Connor Sheridan's Business Travel Adventures

When They Take Your Passport: Connor Sheridan's Business Travel Adventures Meetings and Miles - https://www.linkedin.com/company/meetingsandmiles/ Hosts: Pamela Wilton - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelawilton/ Mark Peters - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdpeters17/ e: meetingsandmiles@gmail.com In this episode of 'Meetings and Miles,' hosts Pamela and Mark are joined by Connor Sheridan, VP at Voyager Aviation, who shares his unique experiences and perspectives on business travel and the aviation industry. From a Zoom meeting hack by Mark to Connor’s extensive travels across 38 countries, this episode dives into the dynamic nature of business travel. Connor recounts stories about the challenges and rewards of global travel, including a memorable experience at the Bangy airport and advice for getting the most out of business trips. The hosts wrap up the episode emphasizing the importance of making the most of travel opportunities while managing the inherent difficulties. Listeners are encouraged to engage with the podcast on LinkedIn and leave a five-star review. 00:00 Introduction and Zoom Hack 01:47 Introducing Today's Guest: Connor Sheridan 02:49 Connor's Journey in Aviation 06:21 Business Travel Adventures 15:27 Changes in Business Travel 21:13 Connor's Travel Tips and Experiences 26:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

S1E12 From Baghdad to Business Class: Fadi Toma's Global Adventures

Meetings and Miles - https://www.linkedin.com/company/meetingsandmiles/ Hosts: Pamela Wilton - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelawilton/ Mark Peters - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdpeters17/ e: meetingsandmiles@gmail.com Guest: Fadi Toma https://www.linkedin.com/in/fadi-toma/ In this episode of 'Meetings and Miles,' co-hosts Pamela and Mark discuss their weekends filled with sports and personal achievements before introducing their guest, veteran business traveler Fadi Toma. Fadi shares insights from his 12 years in international travel for work, including his transition from political studies to working in international education. Fadi's stories span from packing mistakes and retail therapy in Lagos to narrowly escaping border shutdowns during the onset of COVID-19. The conversation highlights the unique challenges and unexpected moments that come with business travel, including a harrowing flat tire incident in India and the constant evolution of packing strategies. The episode wraps up with Fadi's advice for new business travelers to 'roll with the punches' and enjoy the journey. 00:00 Welcome and Weekend Recap 01:12 Pamela's Frisbee Adventures 02:59 Introducing Our Guest: Fadi Toma 03:48 Fadi's Background and First Business Trip 06:32 Packing Tips and Travel Stories 13:18 Favorite Destinations and Airports 16:41 The Realities of Business Travel 19:25 Balancing Work and Vacation 19:47 Experiencing the Onset of COVID-19 Overseas 21:32 Navigating Travel Restrictions and Returning Home 27:23 Unexpected Adventures and Mishaps 33:35 Final Thoughts and Advice for Business Travelers ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.