Still riding the high from RFWIN 2025? So are we! In this special post-event edition of Thursday Temperature Check (aka Tales from the Pitch), Rachelle Ray is joined by a dynamic trio of camp counselors—Beth Fiset, Lauren Leulu, and Kevin Thompson—who helped make this year’s event one for the PIE history books. From favorite sessions to unexpected insights, this episode is a heartfelt, funny, and inspiring debrief of what went into curating one of the highest-rated RFWIN events to date (a 9.5 out of 10!). Expect camp-themed reflections, tech tools worth digging into (hello, InDesign and AI!), and a few callouts for future procurement problem-solvers—especially those brave enough to tackle the portal chaos. Highlights include: 🔐 Portal pain points and calls for secure, streamlined solutions ✨ Graphic design magic behind the camp visuals 🧠 Memorable takeaways from sessions on value propositions, oral prep, and going solo 💬 A community-driven look at what’s working and what still needs fixing in proposals and procurement Whether you attended or missed it, this episode captures the spirit and substance of RFWIN 2025. Grab your canteen and join us by the proverbial campfire. 🎧 Like what you hear? Join the PIE community for free: https://www.proposalindustryexperts.com/ Beth Fiset https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethfiset/  Lauren Leulu https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenleulu/ Kevin Thompson https://www.linkedin.com/in/kpthomps00/ Missing Counsellor - Christina Carter  https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinagcarter/