Production Value Matters: The Business Event Podcast GO WEST LIVE - Let’s Talk About the Reality of Rising Costs
Apr 15, 2025
42:03
Get ready for a special edition episode: live from GO WEST, Canada’s premier gathering of meeting and event pros. Matthew teams up with a panel of industry experts including Tim Lang, President of Canadian Audio Visual Providers Association and ProShow Audio Visual; Andrea Carroll, Director of Experience and Production at e=mc² Events; and Scott Frankel, President of Animatic Media.
What you’ll learn:
- The real impact of rising costs on AV services and event production
- The difference between preferred and exclusive vendors
- How to identify and avoid hidden fees and upcharges
- Practical tips for negotiating contracts and making smart budgeting decisions
- Strategic approaches to labor management and scheduling
Whether you're a seasoned planner or just getting started, this conversation is packed with real talk, insider tips, and strategies you can't afford to miss!
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Previous guests include: Nick Borelli of Zenus Inc, Jonathan Kazarian of Accelevents, Mahoganey Jones of Event Specialists Inc, Sarah James of Live Nation, Kim Washington of NBA, Jacob Zucker of Morgan Stanley, Carrie Davenport of Altria and Catherine Chaulet of Global DMC Partners
Check out our three most downloaded episodes:
Previous guests include: Nick Borelli of Zenus Inc, Jonathan Kazarian of Accelevents, Mahoganey Jones of Event Specialists Inc, Sarah James of Live Nation, Kim Washington of NBA, Jacob Zucker of Morgan Stanley, Carrie Davenport of Altria and Catherine Chaulet of Global DMC Partners
Check out our three most downloaded episodes:
- Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi Collen, Director of Meetings and Events at Great Clips
- Educating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska Weckesser
- The Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey of Matey Events
For additional resources for #eventprofs visit www.productionvaluematters.com
Check out our 3 most downloaded episodes:
- Measuring Value in Your Events: Insights from Jodi Collen
- Educating Clients and Managing Expectations in Event Production with Fransiska Weckesser
- The Intersection of Event Planning and Psychology with Victoria Matey
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