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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Dec 1, 2025
Dec 1, 2025
7 min
This week, site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone sit down to chat about how they help planners sit back and "almost relax"!
🎙️ New episodes each month! 🌟 Follow us on socials for your weekly dose of site selection inspiration:
Facebook: @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
Nov 17, 2025
Nov 17, 2025
22 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Nicole Perry, Area Sales Leader, at Visit Indy. Discover all that Indianapolis 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
Nov 3, 2025
Nov 3, 2025
25 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Katie Bearden, National Sales Manager at Visit Charlotte. Discover all that Charlotte 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
Oct 20, 2025
Oct 20, 2025
26 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview members of the team from Visit Lauderdale. Discover all that Fort Lauderdale 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
Oct 1, 2025
Oct 1, 2025
7 min
In honor of the first day of October, Jill and Michael Stone share what is known in their family as "Jill Jokes". Of course, they are all Halloween-themed to get you in the mood for spooky season. Enjoy!
🎙️ 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
Sep 22, 2025
Sep 22, 2025
24 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Patty Barnett, Destination Connoisseur & Sales Manager at the St. Louis Convention & Visitors Commission. Discover all that St. Louis 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
Sep 8, 2025
Sep 8, 2025
18 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Trina Flack, Vice President of Sales at Catch Des Moines. Discover all that Des Moines 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 18, 2025
Aug 18, 2025
26 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Jeff Gassaway, Managing Director of Sales at Visit Salt Lake. Discover all that Salt Lake 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
Aug 4, 2025
Aug 4, 2025
35 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Jim Doherty, Director of Eastern Regional Sales at Visit Austin. Discover all that Austin 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 4, 2025
Jun 4, 2025
15 min
Site selection specialists Jill and Michael Stone interview Ray Valles, National Account Executive of VISIT Milwaukee. Discover all that Milwaukee 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