Making Rockstar Events with Louie La Vella

Making Rockstar Events with Louie La Vella

Author: Danny Iny, Founder and CEO of Mirasee and Best-Selling Author September 27, 2016 Duration: 17:59

When the world slams a door in your face, do you give up, or do you build your OWN door? Today's guest, Louie La Vella, is a carpenter-type entrepreneur. Every time a door closed for him, he built another. He's spent a lifetime in the entertainment industry, and now focuses on creating amazing events that give a one-of-a-kind experience. What's holding YOU back from putting on an event, or being a rockstar speaker at someone else's event? Discover: How Louie broke into radio and television after he was turned down What makes an event successful in a competitive market What to do when your potential clients don't want your help but desperately need it If you're tired of doors being slammed in your face as an entrepreneur, you don't want to miss this episode. Build your own doors and craft amazing experiences. KEY POINTS: At 3:00 – Louie talks about being rejected by his ideal clients, and pivoting to even greater success. At 5:00 – Danny and Louie talk about event success in terms of crafting experience, and why it matters in a competitive environment. At 9:00 – Louie explains how a rebrand works for an older or unpopular event, and the steps to take to bring it back to life. At 12:00 – Louie addresses how to be a compelling presenter at other people's events. At 16:00 – Louie wraps up with his philosophy on entrepreneurship and how it's made him an incredible success.


Each episode of Business Reimagined with Danny Iny | The Mirasee Podcast is a focused conversation that moves beyond surface-level tactics. As the founder and CEO of Mirasee and a best-selling author, Danny Iny brings a distinct perspective to these discussions, connecting principles from education and marketing to core business strategy. The dialogue naturally explores how guests-from seasoned marketers and authors to innovative startup founders-are fundamentally questioning and redesigning their approaches. This isn't about quick fixes; it's about examining the underlying mindsets and frameworks that lead to sustainable success and influence. You'll hear detailed stories of adaptation and principle, with every interview structured to extract concrete, usable insights. The podcast consistently delivers depth over breadth, ensuring each conversation concludes with clear, implementable ideas that listeners can apply to their own ventures. It’s for anyone who believes that the future of business is built on more thoughtful, human-centric, and adaptable foundations, and who wants to hear those blueprints discussed in earnest, substantive detail.
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