Mike Bender shares his journey in the photo booth industry, starting from his first experience with a photo booth in Las Vegas to launching his own photo booth company, Moby Booth. He also discusses the evolution of the industry, the challenges of running a photo booth rental business, and the success of his template design website, photoboothtemplates.com. Mike reflects on the growth of the industry and the importance of community and support among photo booth owners. In this part of the conversation, Mike and Anna discuss the ease and convenience of using the Moby Booth, the growth of the photo booth industry, and the potential for permanent installations. They also touch on trends in the industry, such as the use of AI and the decline of traditional props. In this conversation, Mike Bender discusses the challenges of entering the high-end robotic arm market and the importance of sticking to their current hardware. They also talk about the evolving trends in the photo booth industry, such as scaling up and the rise of experiential marketing. They highlight the value of education and the need for photo booth owners to educate their clients about the benefits of photo booths. They also mentions the potential for photo booths in government and corporate marketing, as well as the use of AI and lanyards in photo booth experiences.

The conversation covers topics such as Photo Booths, equipment, white labeling, and pricing strategies for white label services. Anna and featured guest Billy Chung, discuss their experiences white labeling in the photo booth industry, including the benefits and challenges.

They emphasize the importance of building trust and maintaining a good reputation as a white labeler. They discuss pricing strategies for white label services, highlighting the need to charge enough to cover expenses and ensure a quality experience.

Billy discusses the importance of having the manpower and equipment to handle unexpected changes in photo booth events. He shares examples of instances where he had to account for additional costs or adjust his setup on short notice.

Billy also emphasizes the significance of building strong relationships with white label partners and treating them as valuable clients. He talks about the importance of communication, customer service, and gratitude in maintaining these relationships.

Additionally, Billy reflects on a couple of instances where he made mistakes during events and took responsibility for them, highlighting the importance of owning up to errors and maintaining good relationships with clients.

Anna shares her current living situation in a trailer on her sister's property. She also talks about her experience with Trusted House Sitters, an app that connects house sitters with homeowners. Link:

They discuss the importance of being nice to white label partners and the need for trust in these relationships. Anna reflects on her journey as a single mother and the impact of the photo booth business on her life. They end the conversation by discussing sibling rivalry and Anna's unique approach to resolving conflicts.

The conversation revolves around Sharone's experience with her podcast and photo booth business, as well as the importance of community and networking in the industry. They discuss the value of engaging with clients and showcasing the experience of the photo booth, rather than just the setup. Sharone also shares advice for those starting out in the photo booth business, including starting with low-hanging fruit and networking to build connections. In this conversation, Anna and Sharon discuss various topics related to the photo booth industry. They touch on subjects such as face swapping, working with kids and high schoolers, the importance of empathy and trust in the photo booth community, and the value of giving back. They also talk about their experiences with different types of photo booths, the use of props, and the challenges and rewards of being a photo booth owner. The conversation concludes with a discussion about upcoming events and the potential for business opportunities in the wine and conference industries.