In the Genes: The Meeting Manager Resource
Welcome to In the Genes: The Meeting Manager Resource! Join our dynamic mother-and-son team, Jill and Michael Stone, as we explore the best destinations for meetings and events. Each episode features interviews with convention and visitors’ bureaus, hotels, and resorts to uncover unique venues, hidden gems, and insider tips that will transform your next event. Whether you’re a seasoned meeting planner or just getting started, we bring expert advice, creative inspiration, and a dose of family fun. With a passion for hospitality and a knack for uncovering amazing locations, we help you create unforgettable experiences for your attendees. Tune in, discover your next destination, and let’s make your events extraordinary! 🎙️ New episodes each month! 🌟 Follow us for your weekly dose of site selection inspiration! Learn more about how we save meeting planners time, money, and headaches! 🌐 Visit https://jillstone.net/ 📧 Email us: mstone@helmsbriscoe.com, JStone@helmsbriscoe.com 📱 Call 636-678-7661
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Episodes
Sep 21, 2026
Sep 21, 2026
16 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Katie Bibens, National Sales Manager for the Convention and Visitors Bureau of Tulsa. Discover all that Tulsa has to offer meeting planners and event professionals!
🎙️ New episodes each month! 🌟 Follow us on socials for your weekly dose of site selection inspiration:
Facebook: @jillstonemeetings
Instagram: @jstonemeetings
LinkedIn: @jillstonemeetings
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Learn more about how we save meeting planners time, money, and headaches!
🌐 Visit https://jillstone.net/
📧 Email us: mstone@helmsbriscoe.com, JStone@helmsbriscoe.com
📱 Call 636-678-7661
Sep 7, 2026
Sep 7, 2026
17 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Sherri Thadeus, National Account Manager at Visit Norfolk. Discover all that Norfolk has to offer meeting planners and event professionals!
🎙️ New episodes each month! 🌟 Follow us on socials for your weekly dose of site selection inspiration:
Facebook: @jillstonemeetings
Instagram: @jstonemeetings
LinkedIn: @jillstonemeetings
X: @jstonemeetings
Learn more about how we save meeting planners time, money, and headaches!
🌐 Visit https://jillstone.net/
📧 Email us: mstone@helmsbriscoe.com, JStone@helmsbriscoe.com
📱 Call 636-678-7661
Aug 24, 2026
Aug 24, 2026
18 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Courtney Martin, Sales Manager, and Kellie Linder, VP of Sales, at Visit Savannah. Discover all that Savannah has to offer meeting planners and event professionals!
🎙️ New episodes each month! 🌟 Follow us on socials for your weekly dose of site selection inspiration:
Facebook: @jillstonemeetings
Instagram: @jstonemeetings
LinkedIn: @jillstonemeetings
X: @jstonemeetings
Learn more about how we save meeting planners time, money, and headaches!
🌐 Visit https://jillstone.net/
📧 Email us: mstone@helmsbriscoe.com, JStone@helmsbriscoe.com
📱 Call 636-678-7661
Aug 10, 2026
Aug 10, 2026
19 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Clark McDuff, National Sales Manager at Visit Mobile. Discover all that Mobile has to offer meeting planners and event professionals!
🎙️ New episodes each month! 🌟 Follow us on socials for your weekly dose of site selection inspiration:
Facebook: @jillstonemeetings
Instagram: @jstonemeetings
LinkedIn: @jillstonemeetings
X: @jstonemeetings
Learn more about how we save meeting planners time, money, and headaches!
🌐 Visit https://jillstone.net/
📧 Email us: mstone@helmsbriscoe.com, JStone@helmsbriscoe.com
📱 Call 636-678-7661
Jul 27, 2026
Jul 27, 2026
22 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Leah Mueller, Vice President of Sales & Services at Visit Buffalo. Discover all that Buffalo has to offer meeting planners and event professionals!
🎙️ New episodes each month! 🌟 Follow us on socials for your weekly dose of site selection inspiration:
Facebook: @jillstonemeetings
Instagram: @jstonemeetings
LinkedIn: @jillstonemeetings
X: @jstonemeetings
Learn more about how we save meeting planners time, money, and headaches!
🌐 Visit https://jillstone.net/
📧 Email us: mstone@helmsbriscoe.com, JStone@helmsbriscoe.com
📱 Call 636-678-7661
Jul 13, 2026
Jul 13, 2026
14 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Ashley Parrish, National Sales Manager at Visit San Jose. Discover all that San Jose has to offer meeting planners and event professionals!
🎙️ New episodes each month! 🌟 Follow us on socials for your weekly dose of site selection inspiration:
Facebook: @jillstonemeetings
Instagram: @jstonemeetings
LinkedIn: @jillstonemeetings
X: @jstonemeetings
Learn more about how we save meeting planners time, money, and headaches!
🌐 Visit https://jillstone.net/
📧 Email us: mstone@helmsbriscoe.com, JStone@helmsbriscoe.com
📱 Call 636-678-7661
Jun 29, 2026
Jun 29, 2026
18 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Jim Walter, Vice President and Director of Sales and Marketing at Visit Cheyenne. Discover all that Cheyenne has to offer meeting planners and event professionals!
🎙️ New episodes each month! 🌟 Follow us on socials for your weekly dose of site selection inspiration:
Facebook: @jillstonemeetings
Instagram: @jstonemeetings
LinkedIn: @jillstonemeetings
X: @jstonemeetings
Learn more about how we save meeting planners time, money, and headaches!
🌐 Visit https://jillstone.net/
📧 Email us: mstone@helmsbriscoe.com, JStone@helmsbriscoe.com
📱 Call 636-678-7661
Jun 15, 2026
Jun 15, 2026
16 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Tracy Jackson, National Sales Manager at Experience Scottsdale. Discover all that Scottsdale has to offer meeting planners and event professionals!
🎙️ New episodes each month! 🌟 Follow us on socials for your weekly dose of site selection inspiration:
Facebook: @jillstonemeetings
Instagram: @jstonemeetings
LinkedIn: @jillstonemeetings
X: @jstonemeetings
Learn more about how we save meeting planners time, money, and headaches!
🌐 Visit https://jillstone.net/
📧 Email us: mstone@helmsbriscoe.com, JStone@helmsbriscoe.com
📱 Call 636-678-7661
Jun 1, 2026
Jun 1, 2026
18 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Nathan Hermiston, Senior Vice President of Convention Sales and Services at Visit KC. Discover all that Kansas City has to offer meeting planners and event professionals!
🎙️ New episodes each month! 🌟 Follow us on socials for your weekly dose of site selection inspiration:
Facebook: @jillstonemeetings
Instagram: @jstonemeetings
LinkedIn: @jillstonemeetings
X: @jstonemeetings
Learn more about how we save meeting planners time, money, and headaches!
🌐 Visit https://jillstone.net/
📧 Email us: mstone@helmsbriscoe.com, JStone@helmsbriscoe.com
📱 Call 636-678-7661
May 18, 2026
May 18, 2026
28 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Stephanie Alexander-Priakos, Director of Meetings & Conferences at Visit St. Pete-Clearwater. Discover all that St. Pete-Clearwater has to offer meeting planners and event professionals!
🎙️ New episodes each month! 🌟 Follow us on socials for your weekly dose of site selection inspiration:
Facebook: @jillstonemeetings
Instagram: @jstonemeetings
LinkedIn: @jillstonemeetings
X: @jstonemeetings
Learn more about how we save meeting planners time, money, and headaches!
🌐 Visit https://jillstone.net/
📧 Email us: mstone@helmsbriscoe.com, JStone@helmsbriscoe.com
📱 Call 636-678-7661