Event planners everywhere share a common challenge: how to create memorable events when budgets are tighter than ever. Seth Macchi, CEO of LEMG and host of a corporate event production podcast, recently shared actionable strategies to help planners secure better...
How Great Event Speakers Connect, Energize, and Inspire
If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to not just survive, but to thrive in a corporate environment filled with challenges, shifting priorities, and the need for real human connection, you’re not alone. Recently, Mitch Savoie Hill, an inspiring first-generation Cuban...
Design It Right with Early AV Input
Of course, as an event planner, you want every detail to shine- from the initial thought to the moment guests walk out the door. A crucial but often overlooked component? Audiovisual planning. Too many organizers wait until the final stretch to bring in an AV partner,...
Building Events That Truly Connect
When you think about successful corporate events, it’s easy to get caught up in logistics, technology, and budget spreadsheets. But beneath the technical details lies something quintessentially human: creativity fused with teamwork. This fusion was front and center in...
Collaborate Early, Stress Less
There’s a common pitfall that many organizers unknowingly slip into- waiting too long to bring their audiovisual (AV) partner into the planning process. This single misstep can trigger a chain reaction of stress, confusion, and ultimately, missed opportunities for a...
More Than a Meal, It’s a Message
When it comes to organizing gatherings, one component often reigns supreme: food. Yet, despite being one of the highest line items in any budget, this area is frequently overlooked when it comes to caring for everyone at the table. That’s where Tracy Stuckrath comes...
Behind Every Great Event Is a Well-Executed AV Plan
Pulling off a seamless event isn’t just about beautiful venues or charismatic speakers; it’s also about ensuring the technology behind the scenes operates smoothly. While planners juggle dozens of priorities, the audiovisual (AV) team is quietly orchestrating...
From Blank Rooms to Bold Vision With Christa Hovis
Creating memorable events includes way more than logistics and checklists. Christa Hovis, an event consultant and educator, understands that a true standout event is rooted in creativity, a consultative mindset, and strong human relationships. In a recent interview...
SHIFTing Perspectives: Rah-mah Pelzer-Elue’s Path from Spoken Word to Event Solutions
If you’ve ever attended a corporate event and marveled at the seamless flow, the inspired ambiance, or the meaningful interactions, there’s a good chance someone passionate was behind that experience, someone who brings a unique perspective and a tapestry of outside...
Cut Costs, Not Corners: A Smarter Way to Plan AV
When planning a corporate event, it’s tempting to look at the AV (audio-visual) budget and think: “Can’t we just pick the cheapest vendor? It’s just AV.” This mindset is more common than you might believe. However, making your AV choices based solely on price could...
Leading With Heart: Ricardo Hicks on Mentorship, AV Production, and Building Thriving Event Teams
In the world of corporate events, technology and creativity often take the spotlight, but what truly drives enduring success is one thing: people. On The Event Pro Show, host Seth Macchi sat down with Ricardo Hicks, founder and owner of Tech Factory Productions with...
How to Prepare Your AV RFP to Get the Best Proposals
Creating a clear, effective request for proposal (RFP) for audio visual (AV) services is crucial to the success of any corporate event. Whether you’ve been tasked with this responsibility for the first time or you’re looking to refine your approach, there are...
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