SEAS Backstage

Success in event production isn’t just about having the right equipment or creative vision—it’s about strong partnerships that bring it all together. In this episode of SEAS Backstage, we sit down with Dana Nitti and Shannon McQuade, co-owners of SD Event Production, to discuss how collaboration leads to seamless, impactful events.

From corporate retreats to large-scale productions, Dana and Shannon share how they work with partners like us to deliver exceptional results. Topics include:

• The key elements of a strong event partnership
• How trust and communication create better client experiences
• The impact of reliable vendors on event success
• The evolving role of collaboration in the industry

Whether you're an event planner, producer, or vendor, this conversation offers valuable insights on the importance of working together.

Troy is joined this week by Ben Palmer from Expressive Structures, a company focused on using modular scenic to elevate live events.

Ben shares how his lighting design background led him to revolutionize scenic solutions for events, trade shows, and conferences. From modular scenic designs to seamless integration with lighting and video, Expressive Structures makes event production easier, more dynamic, and visually stunning.

Great events don’t just happen—they tell a story. In the final episode of our Foundation Series, we explore how creative and storytelling elevate live productions from standard to spectacular.

Join Troy Peters, Chief Experience Officer at SEAS Productions, as he unpacks the essential role of narrative structure in AV production. Learn how to seamlessly blend audio, video, lighting, and staging to create an immersive experience that captivates audiences and drives engagement.

Whether you're producing corporate events, conferences, or live productions, this episode will give you the tools to craft a compelling story that resonates long after the event ends.

Welcome to episode 4 of our Foundation Series, where we explore the "who, what, why, when, and where" of live event production. This week, we dive into staging—not just the physical platform but the transformative art of creating environments that captivate and immerse your audience.

Host Troy Peters, Chief Experience Officer at SEAS Productions, guides you through the evolution of staging, from its theatrical origins to its modern applications in live events. Discover how thoughtful stage design—combined with audio, video, and lighting—can evoke emotion, enhance storytelling, and bring your event's vision to life.

Whether you’re planning a corporate meeting, a trade show, or an immersive experience, this episode is packed with insights to inspire your next event.

In this episode of SEAS Backstage, Troy Peters dives into the magical world of lighting design and its profound impact on live events. Drawing from decades of experience in the motion picture and live production industries, Troy shares captivating stories, from creating intimate lighting moments for corporate events to the awe-inspiring rainbow-lit tribute for LGBTQ rights. Learn how to craft emotionally engaging environments, balance lighting for storytelling, and design lighting that leaves lasting impressions. Whether it’s a holiday gala or a boardroom presentation, discover how thoughtful lighting design transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary.

Tune in to learn how to design, produce, and inspire with the power of light.

In today's podcast Troy delivers episode 2 of our Foundation Series. This episode shifts the focus to video. This isn’t a discussion about cameras or technical setups—it’s an exploration of the thought processes and creative decisions that shape video production for live events.

Join us as we unpack the who, what, where, when, and why that informs the planning and pre-production decisions in the dynamic world of live production.

The first installment of our new Foundation Series focuses on audio. In this series, we’re not discussing gear or technical specifics; instead, we’re diving into the underlying thoughts and processes that shape decisions about AV for a show.

Tune in to explore the who, what, where, when, and why of audio for live events.

Zack and Troy recount some of the scariest moments they've experienced live on show site. From sniper teams to run-ins with celebrity bodyguards they've experienced a wild array of heart stopping moments.

Tune in if you dare!

Troy is joined this week by Cris Joseph, Director of Business Development, with the San Diego Wine & Culinary Center. Listen in as Cris shares the ins and outs of what a premier event venue does to take the events they host to the next level.

In today's episode of SEAS Backstage Zack is running through the various aspects of event planning and scheduling from the perspective of your AV Provider.

Starting with a run down across nine, six and 3 months ahead of your show, what to expect while your show is happening and post show best practices.

This is a great overview of our process. Listen in and set your next event up to succeed!