Jam Evangelista is a leader in the balloon and event industry, and I am SO honored to bring his thoughts to your ears! Born and raised in Brooklyn, Jam left his Mental Health profession for balloons, and he has quickly become an epic creator with an incredible body of work! He is creating massive installations that are often sponsored by Tuftex, he is creating for companies as reputable as Party City, and he is KILLING THE BALLOON GAME! I had such a great chat with him. I think you’ll hear what I heard— that Jam is an incredible human, and he is one heck of a businessman! In this episode he talks about what it takes to stand out. I hope this episode gives you a push to reach out to other artists in your community, to push yourself harder than you thought you could, and for you to dream bigger and OUT LOUD. There’s no doubt that it takes a serious amount of hustle, but the number one thing that’s going to help push you further in this industry is the COMMUNITY that you create around yourself! A huge thank you to Jam for blessing us with his knowledge and his sparkling personality!! Remember to share, download, rate and subscribe to the “Balloons by Scotti” podcast. Enjoy the episode! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/balloonsbyscotti/support

Hey there friends! I am SO PROUD of this episode. I loved talking to Diana Acevedo of Luxan Balloons in Chula Vista, CA! She totally gets it. I hope you love our conversation about Woman Empowerment and the Entrepreneurial Spirit. We also talk about the fact that there really is enough business for everyone! Now, I have totally dropped the ball on getting this episode edited and published in a timely fashion, and for that I apologize! The Taylor household has been going through it! I’ll admit that I’ve been in a bit of a funk. But after I re-listened to my conversation with Diana, it gave me all the “whys” I needed to buckle down and put this out there into the world! I want to personally THANK YOU FOR LISTENING. I feel incredibly honored and grateful that you’re giving me a piece of your day, and I hope I am a good steward of that time. If you have a question, concern or comment, please reach out to me @balloonsbyscotti on Instagram— I’d love to hear from you. Now, go out there and spread some smiles!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/balloonsbyscotti/support

Hey there! Thanks so much for stopping in to listen as I spoke shop with my East-coast spirit business owner, Janeen Shumaker of WhimsiGal Balloons outside of Philadelphia. Janeen and I have similar journeys, and I’m so happy to have connected with her. She’s a Mom of three making it happen! I want to encourage each of you to reach out to someone in the balloon community and make a new friend or two, or more! This inviting, welcoming community of creatives is the biggest perk of being in this industry, and I believe that even though we all have our “whys” as to why and how we get started, once we start we all have the awakening experience of blooming into this wonderful niche of the event industry. As always, please follow, please subscribe and please share the “Balloons by Scotti” podcast. I’m Scotti Taylor and I want to thank you so much for your support. Shout out to the amazing balloon wholesalers at “Havin a Party” in New York, New York— they made my life this week when they reached out to let me know they are tuning in! Remember to go to my Instagram @balloonsbyscotti so you can check out some of my work, and I’m looking forward to having you back here next week! I hope this podcast helps you to create a bright and colorful life that you love. This is your reminder that, just like in life, sometimes everything goes awry. You’ve got to re-group, apologize, and figure out how to GET IT DONE. Now, go out there, and spread some smiles!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/balloonsbyscotti/support

I’m talking to Maria Sevilla of My Deco Balloon in New Jersey. Maria is killing it - she just created a ballon fantasy for LIZZO’s music video shoot! She gives great advice on a range of topics, including her biggest obstacle— learning to price accurately and accordingly. Maria is an integral part of the east coast’s balloon designer network and her work is held in high regard. As always, you can view my work @balloonsbyscotti, where you can DM me to get in touch with me! Thanks for taking this journey with me, and thanks for giving me your valuable time. I hope you learn something new today! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/balloonsbyscotti/support

I’m so honored to have my first conversation with a fellow artist today. Nancy Bonaparte is a business owner in the Los Angeles County area and she has been at it for a very long time! Nancy recently went through the “Certified Balloon Artist” process, and we speak all about her journey getting her certification. You can find Nancy on Instagram @sysballoondesigns. As always, please subscribe and rate the “Balloons By Scotti” Podcast! Look up my work @balloonsbyscotti. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/balloonsbyscotti/support

Come along with Scotti as she describes her latest installation for the San Diego Museum of Art from conception to completion! You’ll hear the ins, outs, problems, and process of designing and installing a massive project. Take a look at the completed installation on IG @ballooonsbyscotti. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/balloonsbyscotti/support

Hi! In this episode we’re talking all things helium, all about your workspace, and we’re touching on delivering and temperature fluctuations. For more info, or with questions or comments, please DM Scotti on Instagram @balloonsbyscotti!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/balloonsbyscotti/support

Before you get started, you must know what NOT to do, and for starters, that’s NEVER BUYING those poorly made balloon garland sets on Amazon! Do your research, learn the best brands to use, and make sure you hold your work to a high standard right out of the gate!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/balloonsbyscotti/support

Scotti Taylor has created a highly successful balloon business and is known as one of the premiere designers and balloon design experts in San Diego. She’s here to give you all the insight into the balloon industry that she has learned by trial and error, saving you time, energy, and money! In this episode, learn what it takes to be a balloon artist before you get started on your journey. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/balloonsbyscotti/support