In this episode, host Christian Napier is joined by Michael Wingate - longtime professional logistics guru specializing in international sporting events including the Olympics and FIFA World Cup. Michael shares how he got his start during the Atlanta 1996 Olympic Games and later became an "Event Gypsy." With a 30-year career spanning 17 major international sport events, Michael currently serves as Logistics Consultant for the International Olympic Committee. A devoted Christian, Michael is passionate about connecting the global logistics “Ohana” family and demonstrating the love of Christ through servant leadership.

In this episode, host Christian Napier interviews Tiago Paes, FIFA Venue Management Project Leader, with 20+ years in events. Tiago shares stories about having backup plans, a disastrous ceremony, witnessing Maradona score a goal, and three of the most powerful people on earth looking at his mobile phone. Connect with Tiago on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiagopaes/

Award-winning producer, director and owner of ISB, Ursula Romero joins the podcast. She recounts starting out as a 16 year-old working for the World Athletics Championships in Germany, then the 1994 World Cup in Dallas. Ursula recalls the challenges of broadcasting an event via satellite near London City airport, earning the trust of the Chinese while planning the broadcast of the road cycling event for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, and cherished lessons learned from her father, legendary broadcaster Manolo Romero.