199 - Creating Memorable Experiences from Professional Haunted House Actor

199 - Creating Memorable Experiences from Professional Haunted House Actor

Author: Jim Cermak February 13, 2023 Duration: 22:39

Have you been to a Haunted House? What was your experience like? In this episode, we will talk about Haunted Houses and the memories it leaves us.

On the show, we have Roger Miller - a special FX makeup artist and improv coach. He is a right-brained person in a left-brained world. Roger has the unique background combination of being in the not-very exciting medical Insurance industry, and also a special effects makeup artist! Roger has been involved in many shows in both of his worlds – insurance and special effects makeup. He draws on inspiration from both to give great tips and value for you and how to do things differently in your booth for greater customer engagement and results.

We discuss:

  • Deeper experiences 
  • The Haunt Industry
  • Method of stage: go and engage

Roger’s Top Tips:

  • Identify who the right people are and then integrate goals
  • Know who your customers are
  • Create that initial experience down the trade show floor
  • We need to create that vision and what better way to create a vision than by assaulting as many senses as possible

Roger’s Key Takeaways:

  • Experiences are memorable
  • Creating experiences for a community or a group because it becomes even more memorable

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Jim Cermak hosts Trade Show University for Virtual & Live Events, a deep and practical resource for anyone whose business depends on connecting with an audience, whether on a convention floor or through a screen. This isn't about vague inspiration; it's a working toolkit built from conversations with seasoned experts and Jim's own extensive experience. Each episode functions like a focused seminar, delivering actionable tips and training that exhibitors, marketers, and show planners can apply immediately to see a real difference in their engagement and return on investment. With a library spanning over 220 episodes, the podcast covers the full spectrum of modern event planning-from crafting a compelling virtual booth experience to mastering the logistics and psychology of a live trade show. You'll hear candid discussions on common pitfalls, innovative strategies that are working right now, and breakdowns of what truly moves the needle for businesses. Beyond the audio, the community around this podcast extends into consulting and collaborative training, emphasizing real-world application. For professionals tired of wasting time and budget on events that don't deliver, this series offers a clear path forward, turning every appearance into a measurable success.
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