Recorded live from the Confex show floor in London, Keith Johnston and Tess Vismale sit down with Mark Kisby of The AV Department Ltd. to talk about the realities of delivering audio-visual production around the world. From royal yachts to global conferences, Mark shares stories about last-minute AV challenges, creative problem solving, and why the relationship between planners and production teams is critical to event success.

What We Cover

• What it takes to deliver AV for events around the world
• Real stories of last-minute production challenges
• How AV teams creatively solve problems during live events
• The growing complexity of event technology setups
• Why clients are increasingly asking for self-operated AV systems
• The importance of preparation for speakers and interpreters

• Why sending presentations early can make or break a show

Guest

Mark Kisby – The AV Department Ltd.

Mark Kisby leads The AV Department Ltd., a production company based in Scotland that delivers global audio-visual services including interpretation systems, PA, conferencing technology, and event production support. With decades of experience in the industry, Mark and his team specialize in solving complex technical challenges for live events around the world.

Hosts

• Keith Johnston – i3 Events / Event Tech Atlas
• Tess Vismale – iSocialX / Event Tech Atlas

Featuring:

• Neela Johnston – Event Tech Atlas

Learn More

• Mark Kisby - https://www.linkedin.com/in/avdept/
• The AV Department, LTD - https://www.avdept.co.uk/
• Event Tech Atlas - https://eventtechatlas.com/
• Event Tech Pull Up Podcast - https://eventtechpullup.com/

Episode Brought to You By

• Joi Events - https://www.joi.events/

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