189: Elevating Event Marketing Through Strategic Creativity ft. Marisa Nebosky, CMP

Welcome to the Events Demystified Podcast, hosted by Anca Platon Trifan, CMP, WMEP.

Join host Anca, in the latest episode of the Events Demystified Podcast as she interviews global event marketing strategist Marisa Nebosky, CMP. Marisa shares her experience in developing award-winning brand stories and impactful campaigns for major brands like Bose and Lego. Discover her creative process, from initial brief to execution, and learn about her fascinating journey, including sending cargo into space. This episode also touches on balancing creativity with business goals, the importance of community in events, and Marisa’s inspiring volunteer work in dog rescue. Whether you’re an event marketer or a creative professional, don’t miss this engaging conversation filled with practical tips and heartfelt stories. Subscribe, share, and stay tuned for more episodes!


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Marisa Nebosky is a seasoned marketing and event strategist known for her innovative approach to crafting compelling, award-winning brand stories. Leveraging nearly two decades of experience, she specializes in developing customer engagement strategies that drive business impact and increase brand awareness. Her expertise encompasses events, campaigns, and digital initiatives across varied industries, including leading event marketing programs for renowned brands like Bose Corporation and The LEGO Group. Marisa holds numerous industry certifications, including the CMP, and shares her expertise as an early-career mentor and advisory board member. In her free time, she volunteers with a local animal rescue, dedicated to finding loving forever homes for dogs in need.

Fun Facts:

Was elected to student council in high school because my friends wanted me to plan the prom. Started out as a Graphic Designer that fell into events/event marketing. Rescue Dog Advocate – currently volunteer for a local dog rescue helping to find loving homes for displaced dogs. Can say I’ve helped send cargo into space 🙂

🔍 Topics Covered:

  • 00:00 Introduction to Creative Event Marketing
  • 01:55 Meet Marissa Nebosky: A Strategic Creative Mind
  • 03:40 Early Beginnings: From High School Prom to Event Planning
  • 06:39 The Space Cargo Story: A Unique Achievement
  • 08:22 The Power of Design: From Renderings to Reality
  • 11:49 Creative Process: From Brief to Execution
  • 19:11 Overcoming Creative Blocks and Personal Productivity
  • 26:57 Accountability in Event Marketing
  • 27:19 Designing Experiences to Achieve Business Goals
  • 29:38 The Importance of Follow-Through in Event Planning
  • 31:01 Balancing Creativity and Strategy
  • 34:31 Marissa’s Journey from Graphic Design to Event Marketing
  • 37:07 The Role of Creativity in Team Building
  • 39:45 Dog Rescue and Personal Fulfillment
  • 46:01 Advice for Aspiring Creatives
  • 49:40 Future Trends in Event Marketing
  • 52:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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About Events Demystified Podcast


As a seasoned event professional, podcast host, and AI strategist, Anca Platon Trifan, CMP, WMEP champions women behind the scenes in AV, event production, and technology. She advocates for becoming #FIT4EVENTS—mentally, physically, and emotionally—as well as for diversity in AV and the integration of AI in events. Through this podcast, she goes behind the curtain to bring the magic of event production and technology to the forefront, demystifying AV, AI tools, and event technology for in-person, virtual, and hybrid experiences.


This podcast is sponsored by Tree-Fan Events LLC—a woman-owned event production agency integrating AV, AI, technology, and data-driven strategies to make every event a seamless and engaging experience.

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