Conversations with event professionals, business owners, and community leaders sharing the stories, strategies, and experiences behind successful events.
What if your business could turn the products and services you already offer into buying power?
In this episode of Run of Show, Tanya sits down with Fran Crumpton, president of Gulf Coast Trade Exchange, to talk about business barter, networking, relationships, and finding new opportunities through the resources you already have.
Fran explains how Gulf Coast Trade Exchange helps businesses trade their products and services for things they need, giving business owners another way to conserve cash, reach new customers, and put unused capacity to work.
The conversation also goes beyond barter. Fran shares her perspective on building strong business relationships, getting involved in the community, and why the connections you make can become one of your business’s most valuable resources.
If you’re a business owner or entrepreneur looking for creative ways to grow, strengthen your network, and get more value from what your business already offers, join the conversation with Fran Crumpton.
Next-Level Strategy & Community Impact
Season Four brings deeper conversations with leaders who are making waves in their industries and communities.
What You’ll Learn
Explore advanced strategies, real challenges, and the behind-the-scenes decisions that shape successful events.
Creating Events People Remember
This season focuses on branding, storytelling, and how to design experiences that connect on a deeper level.
What You’ll Learn
Discover how intentional details, visuals, and messaging can transform an event into something unforgettable.
Turning Ideas Into Action
Season Two is all about growth—how to take what you’ve started and build real traction.
What You’ll Learn
Hear from business owners and organizers who are actively scaling their events, refining their process, and finding what works.
Where It All Began
Season One lays the groundwork—exploring the basics of event planning, branding, and the mindset behind creating meaningful experiences.
What You’ll Learn
From first ideas to final execution, these conversations focus on building confidence, clarity, and direction in your event journey.