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Speaking of Scent

Tiffany Rose Goodyear has made the transformation of events into immersive experiences her life’s work, and she aims to inspire and educate her audiences to do the same. Drawing on an extensive and varied entertainment background (everything from burlesque MC, to comedy, dance, and drama), a successful custom dessert catering business, and degrees in Philosophy and Advertising, Tiffany brings together the seemingly disparate with wit and verve, creating an engaging and informative speaker session. Q&A s are highly encouraged and panels are wonderful opportunities for Tiffany’s interactive style to shine. Guiding an audience through a journey of scent discovery, something we all know about, but surprisingly little, will ignite a passionate talk for speaker and audience alike!

Tiffany has tales from the event trenches, strategies for event industry professionals or anyone who is looking to innovate their customer engagement, or simply learn something new about the world of fragrance.

Talks are more than education and entertainment.

Each Talk has:

  • Specific goals for the audience

  • Actionable steps

  • Best practices and resources

Speaking Topics

Event Design for All Five Senses

Explore what sensory design really means, why it matters, and how to practically apply it. You’ll learn how to elevate your events and experiences with intention.

    • Understand designing for all five senses shapes memory and connection.

    • Learn how the body processes sensory input in events, and how to design with the body in mind.

    • Gain practical tips and low-barrier ideas to start designing more inclusive, multi-sensory events.

    • Participate in a shared scent moment to deepen your understanding of olfaction’s impact.

    • Event Designers & Planners

    • Experiential Marketers

    • Brand Marketers

    • Wedding Designers & Planners

    • Keynote

    • Learning Session

The History of the Scented Wedding: Ritual, Romance, and Fragrance

Take a fragrant journey through the history of matrimonial rituals and learn how you can incorporate fragrance to make today's weddings more immersive, personal, and unforgettable.

    • Understand how scent has been used across cultures and time periods to enhance the symbolism and emotion of weddings.

    • Discover practical, creative ways to incorporate fragrance into today's wedding ceremonies, receptions, and private moments.

    • Understand how scent can emotionally anchor wedding memories for couples and guests, making the experience more immersive and unforgettable.

    • Wedding Planners & Designers

    • Event Planners & Designers

  • Keynote, Workshop

The Missing Element: Enhancing Events Through the Power of Scent

This talk explores how through the understanding and strategic incorporation of scent, experiences can be elevated from simply memorable, to truly immersive.

    • Learn why scent is critical in shaping human connection, and why it's the most underused tool in event design.

    • Explore how designing with all sensory receptors, including olfaction, creates richer, more inclusive experiences for all bodies and abilities.

    • Gain practical guidance on how to integrate fragrance into events, including which tools are most effective, and how to match scent with space, theme, and intention.

      • Event Designers & Planners

      • Experiential Marketers

      • Brand Marketers

      • Wedding Designers & Planners

    • Keynote

    • Learning Session

The Art & Alchemy of Scent: A Hands-On Journey into Fragrance Creation

In this engaging and interactive session, guests will embark on a sensory journey into the world of perfumery, learning the fundamentals of fragrance structure, olfactory families, and how raw materials are layered to create a cohesive scent.

    • Gain an understanding of the basic principles of fragrance creation.

    • Learn how different fragrance materials evoke mood, emotion, and memory.

    • Develop a deeper appreciation for the power of scent as a tool for storytelling, branding, and personal expression.

    • Teambuilding

    • Creative teams or those looking to explore their creativity

    • Anyone interested in the intersection of science, artistry, and the senses

    • Interactive Workshop

Other Topics

Scent, branding, immersive experiences, and more. Tiffany is open to discussing and iterating on topics and approaches to fit your needs.

How to be Bougie on a Budget

This is a lively, empowering session for entrepreneurs, creatives, and solo founders who want to elevate their brand and personal style, without draining their bank account.

    • Affordable ways to enhance your brand image without overspending.

    • Learn how to leverage free or low-cost tools, barters, and other clever hacks to keep your business growing and glowing.

    • Walk away with mindset shifts and practical strategies that help you show up powerfully, even when you're still building behind the scenes.

    • Keynote & Learning Session

What People Are Saying

  • “Tiffany absolutely nailed it! She was confident, funny, and incredibly informative — the perfect combination for a keynote speaker. Her insights were so valuable for everyone in the live events industry, and the scent experience added such a fun, interactive twist. I left feeling inspired and with so many fresh ideas!”

    Makenzie Stokel, Co-Founder of EVA Entertainment

  • "What an incredible keynote! Tiffany kept us engaged from start to finish with her anecdotes and depth of knowledge. It was so refreshing to hear someone who truly understands the live events space, and the interactive scent experience made it even more memorable. I’d highly recommend her for any event!”

    Deseree Heirholzer, Bright Events

  • "Tiffany Rose Goodyear’s keynote was a breath of fresh air! The way she engaged the audience and brought a unique, interactive element made it so memorable. It wasn’t just a talk — it was an experience that sparked creativity and new ideas for everyone in the room.”

    - Stephanie Aguiler, Senior Event Programs Coordinator at University of Texas

  • “As President of WIPA NYC, I’ve seen my fair share of speakers on stage at various events and conferences all over the world. Tiffany from Scentex was easily one of the funniest, most engaging, enjoyable talks I’ve seen, period.”

    Phil Van Nostrand, President, Wedding Industry Proffesionals Association, NYC

Selected Appearances

CaterSource logo in dark red text.
Special Events logo in purple font.
IMEX logo in variously colored letters.
Smart Meetings logo, with 'Smart' in purple and 'meetings' in black.
MPI logo in light blue.
ILEA - International Live Events Association logo in purple.
NACE logo for the National Association for Catering & Events
Eventex logo
Logo of the Wedding Industry Professionals Association (WIPA) with the acronym WIPA, alongside the full name of the organization.
Logo for Denver Startup Week featuring a stylized mountain range and city skyline above the text 'DEN' and 'STARTUP WEEK'.
A woman (Tiffany Rose Goodyear) with blonde hair, wearing a black top and pleated skirt, holding a microphone and pointing to the right while speaking or performing in front of a decorated background.
A woman in a colorful patterned dress with high heels, speaking to an audience during a presentation. She is holding two microphones, wearing headphones. Behind her, a screen displays text related to a scent exercise.
A woman with long blonde hair, wearing a black blazer, black leather pants, and red high heels, is sitting on a wooden chair. She is holding a microphone during an event or panel discussion. There is a large screen behind her with partial text and a
A woman (Tiffany Rose Goodyear) with red lipstick, wearing a blue dress with rolled-up sleeves, standing in a room with yellow and white abstract wall art, holding a piece of paper, and surrounded by chairs and a table.

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