In this episode of Sit in the Attendees Chair, Joanne chats with Tracy Baer, CMP, CFMP, about working with event volunteers and how to build strong, effective teams. Drawing from her book, "Cultivating a Healthy Volunteer Team," Tracy shares expert tips, real-life examples, and practical strategies to help planners engage, equip, and empower their volunteer teams. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to strengthen your current volunteer program, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

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Welcome to another episode of From My Chair with Joanne Dennison! This time, Joanne shares the story behind why she began posting CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) exam tip videos on YouTube—and the inspiration that’s kept her going ever since.

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Welcome to another episode of From My Chair with Joanne Dennison! Recorded on March 10, 2025, this episode highlights the history of women in the meetings and events industry in honor of Women’s History Month.