Have you ever read a quote from an A/V vendor and said, “Huh?”

Yeah, we get it. Not many of us like to deal with A/V but it’s a necessary part of many meetings and events. In this episode, Amanda and Darryl break down the world of audiovisual equipment and give you some practical tips for how to better understand your bill and get that final number more in line with your budget.

Session Take-Aways:

Think about what you want to accomplish at your event. What A/V do you need?  What don’t you really need?

Always consult with an expert when planning your A/V. Establish a relationship with an outside A/V vendor. They can help even if you don’t use their services.

Think about how can you do more with less. Think about lighting and audience size instead of just the latest and greatest technology.

Always push back when you get a quote. Make sure you know what you’re paying for/try to negotiate A/V bill at the same time as the hotel contract.

Meetings.net Article, “An AV Crash Course for Meeting Planners” https://www.meetingsnet.com/avproduction/av-crash-course-planners

Song: Fredji - Happy Life (Vlog No Copyright Music) 

Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. 

Video Link: https://youtu.be/KzQiRABVARk

This is the trailer. This is only a trailer. Had this been a real episode it would have been longer. But stay tuned as we drop the first two episodes before Christmas. Listen for "An A/V Primer for Planners" and "It's Not Easy Going Green".