On-Demand Professional Edge Webinar Series

SITE Texas - How to Hybrid: Planning a Safe, Engaging Event

In this session, learn how SITE TX produced their first successful hybrid event: “How to Hybrid: Reimagining Meetings & Events”. From 90 expected attendees to 700+ virtual and 35 in-person attendees, SITE TX’s expectations were exceeded in terms of content and global reach. Explore the challenges they faced and learn about their planning experience as they worked through those challenges with the Gaylord Texan, Marriott and PSAV teams.

PRESENTERS:

  • Bud Monefeldt, Director of Sales, Encore Global
  • Lorraine Mahoney, CITP, President-Elect for SITE-Texas, Global Account Manager for Marriott International
 

Presentation Stages: Meetings at Every Phase

Virtual experiences will undoubtedly be part of event strategies for the foreseeable future. With some locations allowing small gatherings and hybrid meetings and others limited to strictly virtual, there will be an influx of solutions that will help guide the fluid transition between virtual, hybrid, and face-to-face. But which solutions — and to what degree will they be used — is still relatively unknown.

What we do know, however, is that creating an impactful look and feel for both remote viewers and in-person attendees will always remain the top priority. Tune in to hear insights from our teams around the globe who will be sharing with you our Presentation Stages — a transitionary solution that allows planners and their clients to elevate production standards in a controlled, safe environment.

Presenter:

  • Anthony Vade, Experience Architect, FMAV
 

The Virtual Producer's Toolbox

While pivoting to virtual many #eventprofs have discovered that virtual event experiences differ from live events in many ways. We are in an age where technology is readily available, anyone can create & post a YouTube video, and Zoom fatigue is real. As a meeting planner new to the virtual world, partnering with a subject-matter expert is key to avoiding sleepless nights and creating a polished attendee experience.

This session will empower you to turn your event from a “post and hope” digital activation to a full engaging and immersive virtual production. In this session, we will share insights into the role of the virtual producer while providing tips and tricks for getting the most out of your virtual event production including:

      • Building a team that you can rely upon to deliver a polished virtual production
      • Common production mistakes new virtual adaptors make
      • Speaker preparation and coaching
      • The producer’s role in managing and communicating platform opportunities/limitations
      • Understanding the attendee attention span and tools to keep them glued to the screen
      • Managing the desire for human contact in the cold world of digital technology

 

Presenters:

      • Alisa Zinovoy, Program Production Director, Encore
      • Amber Cunningham, Producer and Stage Manager, Encore Canada
      • James Shepheard-Walwyn, Managing Director, Concise
      • Anthony Vade, Experience Architect, FMAV

Leading Through Change

The COVID-19 pandemic brought an unprecedented level of change to our lives — both personally and professionally. This session will explore the loss that businesses and employees are facing because of that change, and the emotions employees are likely feeling because of it. We will communicate the calls to action for leaders to take on the role of “Listener,” and the behaviors and language they can use to best support and help employees process their emotions. We will provide tactical applications leaders can use to help ease the shock of sudden change and provide several resources for continued learning and use as teams move through this phase of the change process.

Presenter:

      • Mark Wojcik, Director Talent Management, Encore Training and Development

New Challenges, Big Opportunities

This session will address questions that you may ask yourself, your stakeholders, and your suppliers before uncovering the challenges and opportunities that Virtual and Hybrid events present.

Presenter:

      • Bryan Sterling, Group Director, Global Sales, Encore

MeetSAFE™: Helping our Industry Get Back to Work

As businesses reopen and restrictions on public gatherings start to ease, the question we keep hearing is: What will meetings and events look like following the COVID-19 pandemic? This panel discussion of industry experts will dive into the risk and health considerations during the road to recovery, along with our newly released MeetSAFE™ guidelines.

Presenters:

      • Kevin Carey, Executive Vice President and COO, AHLA
      • Matt Johnsen, Vice President of Product Management for Encore

Plan, Set, Show: Create a Seamless Event

Are ineffective processes holding you back? Learn how to apply Six Sigma and lean principles to event planning and execution, resulting in improved event design and implementation.

Presenter:

      • Brandon Goodman, Senior Director, Encore, Project Management

When Science and Events Combine: Adult Learning and Technology

Effective use of psychology principles in event technology can ensure your conference message is hitting the mark with attendees. Learn how the right mix of science and technology play a major role in a successful event.

Presenter:

      • Hope Holm, Regional Sales Director, Encore, Field Sales

Experience Design on Any Scale: Go Beyond a "Meeting" Planner

Meeting planners are being told, “You’re an experience designer.” So, how do you do it, and where do you start? In this exploratory session, you’ll learn the core strategies for designing events, omnichannel journeys, and environments that focus specifically on attendee experience. Finally, discover how a little empathy can help ensure attendees’ needs are met and your strategic goals are realized.

Presenter:

      • David Solsbery, Vice President, Creative & Marketing, Hargrove

Content for All Ages: Education and Engagement for Modern Times

We hear a lot of buzz around the need to use technology to attract and engage Millennials and Gen Z’ers. In reality, technology has changed the way everyone learns, increasing the need for more engaging and interactive sessions. Join us to discuss what has changed and explore ideas around delivering content in new ways to create an overall engaging experience.

Presenter:

      • Debra Mategrano, Regional Sales Director, Field Sales, Encore

Trends, Tech, Futures: Trending Pathways

This insightful presentation covers tech-forward meeting trends, preparing event professionals for the rapid change inherent in the industry. Make your meeting more impactful with recent insights about the critical technologies that power these trends and how they advance live events.

Presenter:

      • Christian Wright, Director, Research & Development, Encore, Product Management

Live from the Living Room: Connecting and Presenting Virtually

Presenting from home? Make sure you’re doing it like a pro. During this session, you’ll learn tips and tricks to optimize your Wi-Fi, develop an at-home studio, and never worry about a “spotty connection” again.

Presenter:

      • Alex Wedesky, Sr. Field Operations Manager, Encore, Internet Services

Unlocking Opportunities: Building Your Sponsorship Strategy

With a crowded event space, sponsors are having to make tough decisions on where they spend their marketing dollars. If organizers don’t have a strategy in place to help meet the marketing goals and objectives of their sponsors, they will soon see their revenue decrease. A multi-year strategy offers the opportunity for maximum revenue generation, creates loyal sponsors and, at the end of the day, deepens attendee engagement.

Presenter:

      • Meg Fasy, Principal, FazeFWD Sponsorship Marketing

Technology Ways to Wow: Impactful Tech, Powerful Results

Maximize every opportunity to energize your audience with technology. In this session, discover innovative ideas to leverage technology for inspiring events regardless of your budget.

Presenter:

      • Todd Marinko, Group Vice President, Encore

PSAV has been approved by the Events Industry Council (EIC) as a Preferred Provider of the listed continuing education courses, which qualify for CMP continuing education credit.

CMP-IS — sessions fall into the following areas: Meeting or Event Design, Site Management and Strategic Planning

CE Hours: each session is 0.75 CE

Delivery Method: Live Webinar