#EventProfs Blog

Ranking Different Types of Event Entertainment

Apologies in advance for the bait and switch, but there will be no definitive rankings here. But we promise, it’s with good reason. There’s no shortage of types of event entertainment,…

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Different Types of Event Rehearsals and Why They Matter

In the weeks leading up to a live event, and even once you arrive onsite, rehearsals become a large part of the planning conversation. From offline rehearsals in speaker ready rooms to tech-throughs…

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Everything You Need To Know About Event Lighting Set Ups

There are a variety of different types of lights deployed in several ways to bring an event to life. From lighting that creates a cool and on-brand atmosphere…

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5 Keys to Wow-Worthy Trade Show Booths

The exhibit hall, which was empty yesterday, is filled with hundreds of booths. There’s music playing, lights flashing, graphics dancing across screens. Staff with name badges and tablets are eagerly waiting for the…

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Everything You Need To Know About Podiums

We know what you may be thinking. Podiums? Really? I mean, yes, podiums are used in events regularly, but how much could there possibly be to know about them?…

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10 Ideas for Your Bio Tech & Pharma Events

Bio tech and pharma conferences are among some of the largest professional events there are. Some are hosted by organizations, specifically for their employees, to share recent developments, inspire innovation, and align their…

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Making Sure Your LED Wall Looks Good on Camera

LED is an incredibly popular choice for visual displays for many reasons. The bright, contrasting colors that look just as good in broad daylight as they do in a dark room, the sharp…

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Understanding Your AV Quote

Receiving AV quotes after issuing an RFP should be an exciting next step in planning your event. Instead, it’s often overwhelming. From the long lists of equipment (some of which you may not…

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Why is AV So Expensive?

When talking with meeting planners or organizations hosting an event, it’s not uncommon for them to ask, “why does AV cost what it costs?” Polite phrasing aside, we know what they’re…

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Choosing the Right Speakers & Set Up for Your Event Space

Designing audio for an event is about more than determining the right number and type of microphones to use. It’s about making sure your entire room or event…

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Not All AV Quotes are Built the Same

When getting quotes or proposals from multiple AV companies, meeting planners and organizations often wonder why there is so much discrepancy in cost or struggle to compare them…

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22 Types of Lights to Uplevel Your Next Event

Ready for a bold statement? The right lighting can make or break your event. Now let’s get more specific. The right combination of lighting and lighting types…

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The Difference Between a Quote and a Proposal

In the live events world, when a meeting planner or production partner is looking to engage an AV team for their event, they often issue an RFP (request for proposal) or ask for…

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