Derrin Brown is a name that resonates across the global events industry. From orchestrating Cirque du Soleil’s epic productions to managing the intricacies of the US presidential campaigns, his resume is the stuff of legends. As one of the Top 100 Global Event Industry Influencers, he has shaped experiences for the United Nations, FIFA World Cup, Sydney Opera House, and the Beijing Olympics.

Recorded LIVE on stage at AIME 2025, this episode of An Eventful Life dives into Derrin’s career journey, his unique approach as a Creative Alchemist, and the art of balancing technical precision with creative innovation.

We explore:

🎭 How Derrin transitions between large-scale corporate events, arts festivals, and political campaigns.

🌍 The challenges of working across different cultures and high-stakes environments.

🚛 Behind the scenes of moving 150+ containers worldwide for Cirque du Soleil.

🏆 What it takes to be an award-winning leader and a judge for the Australian Event Awards.

🔮 The future of the event industry—trends, opportunities, and challenges ahead.

This is one has it all for every event professional, creative thinker, or anyone who just loves a peek behind the curtain of world-class productions, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and a few wild stories!

Listen now and subscribe for more behind-the-scenes event industry stories!

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