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What if the secret to building a thriving event community started with something as simple as sharing a slice of pie?

When event producer Valentina Ruffoni noticed how isolating freelance event work could be, she baked up something new — literally. She founded the PIE Network (People in Events), a global community where event professionals connect, collaborate, and swap ideas over a slice of pie.

In this conversation with host Seth Resler, Valentina shares how she turns one-off events into ongoing relationships by designing intentional moments of connection—because real community doesn’t happen by accident. You’ll hear:

Why networking shouldn’t just mean “drinks and loud music.”

How to create experiences that keep people engaged before, during, and after an event.

The simple, low-cost activities that make attendees feel they belong.

What happens when you treat your members as co-creators instead of an audience.

This episode is a delicious look at how community-building principles come to life in the event world—and why sometimes, the best way to solve problems is to share a little pie.

The PIE Network: https://peopleinevents.com/

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00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome with Seth Resler
01:18 Life in Madrid and Adjusting to the Summer Heat
02:36 Organizing Events and Building Meaningful Community Connections
03:59 Designing Events to Foster Relationships and Belonging
05:18 Understanding Different Networking Styles and Personality Types
06:37 Creating Memorable Attendee Journeys at Events
07:58 Lessons from Long-Term Community Conference Planning
09:16 Balancing Online and In-Person Connections
10:37 Event Planning Advice and Time Management Strategies
11:56 Language, Culture, and Continuing Practice in Spain
13:17 Helping Introverts Network and Engage Comfortably
14:36 How Valentina Started Her Community Journey
15:55 Overcoming Event Planning Challenges and Mistakes
17:15 Building Audience Trust and Creating Safe Spaces
18:35 Debunking Myths About Small Community Events
19:54 Creative Ideas for Food and Social Engagement Events
21:15 Launching Platforms and Managing Audience Feedback
22:33 Publishing Content and Staying in Control as a Creator
23:52 Founding Communities with Purpose and Long-Term Vision
25:10 Building Engagement Through Local Partnerships
26:32 Encouraging Member Participation and Event Energy
27:54 Lessons Learned from Running Community Events
29:15 The Importance of Consistency in Community Building
30:38 How Feedback Shapes Better Event Experiences
32:00 Empowering Others Through Shared Leadership
33:25 Measuring Success in Community Management
34:48 The Future of Hybrid Events and Digital Belonging
36:12 Final Thoughts on Growth, Connection, and Community Impact