Episodes

June 30, 2025

Small Business Empowerment and Creativity in Events with Rah-mah Pelz…

Welcome back to The Event Pro Show- your trusted podcast for all things corporate events, experiential marketing, and the creative craftsmanship that brings gatherings to life. This week, host Seth Macchi chats with the dynam...

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June 23, 2025

Cutting Costs or Cutting Corners: The Truth About AV in Events

On this episode of The Event Pro Show, host Seth Macchi, tackles a common question in the world of corporate events: “It’s just AV… does it really matter who we use?” With budgets tighter than ever and teams stretched thin, S...

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June 16, 2025

Leading With Heart: Ricardo Hicks on Mentorship, AV Production, and B…

You're listening to The Event Pro Show! Host Seth Macchi sits down with Ricardo Hicks, a veteran audio visual executive with more than 20 years in the field, to explore the world of AV, event production, and mentorship. Ricar...

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June 9, 2025

How to Prepare Your AV RFP to Get the Best Proposals

The Event Pro Show is your trusted source for everything corporate events. In this edition, host Seth Macchi, CEO of LEMG, tackles one of the biggest challenges event professionals face: building a clear, effective AV Request...

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June 2, 2025

The Art of Asking the Right Questions in Event Production with Julie …

On this episode of The Event Pro Show, host Seth Macchi sits down with one of his production favorites, Julie Leithoff. With nearly 30 years of experience in live events and an impressive track record managing audiovisual com...

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May 26, 2025

Time is Your Ultimate Budget-Saver

Thanks for joining us for another episode of The Event Pro Show! Host Seth Macchi, CEO of Charlotte-based AV production company LEMG, gets to the heart of how to stretch your event budget by using one of your most powerful to...

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May 19, 2025

The Power of Live Music in Events with Key Signature Entertainment’s …

Get ready for an episode packed with stories and advice from the world of corporate events! On this episode of The Event Pro Show, host Seth Macchi sits down with Brandon Crumpton, owner of Key Signature Entertainment—a compa...

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May 12, 2025

Virtual Event Refresher: From Simple Zooms to Complex Hybrid Experien…

On today's episode on The Event Pro Show, host Seth Macchi discusses turning live events into virtual experiences—a topic that’s top of mind in uncertain economic times and beyond. Whether you’re an experienced planner lookin...

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May 5, 2025

Uniting an Industry: Wendy Porter on Event Codes, Lobbying, and Long-…

Welcome to The Event Pro Show, your go-to resource for all things corporate events, experiential marketing, and live event production. In this episode, host Seth Macchi sits down with Wendy Porter, founder and chief event strategist of Wendy...

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April 28, 2025

Beyond RFPs: Creativity with Your Event Partners

Welcome to another episode of The Event Pro Show—the ultimate guide for corporate event professionals seeking to elevate their experiences! In this episode, host Seth Macchi dives into a timely topic: why so many events end up being, well, a little...

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April 21, 2025

The Power of Comedy in Events: Insights from Speaker and Emcee Lauren…

In this episode of The Event Pro Show, we welcome Lauren Ansley, a professional speaker, corporate emcee, and presentation skills trainer who brings a unique twist to the world of corporate events with her background in stand-up comedy. Join...

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April 14, 2025

Deciding Between In-House and Outside AV: Is It Time to Level Up?

In this episode of The Event Pro Show, our host Seth Macchi dives into the world of in-house AV for corporate events and the circumstances in which an external AV provider might be a better fit. Seth shares insights into determining when you've...

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April 7, 2025

Strengthening Planner-Project Manager Partnerships with Joy Harley

Welcome to The Event Pro Show, where today, our host Seth Macchi engages in an insightful conversation with Joy Harley, a senior project manager at LEMG. Joy shares her expertise on building successful relationships with event planners, emphasizing...

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March 31, 2025

Growing Your Event Service Business: Five Essential Skills You Need

Welcome to another insightful episode of The Event Pro Show, where we take a closer look at the skills that help event service businesses thrive. Today, our host Seth Macchi is unpacking the five essential components that are pivotal for growth and...

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March 24, 2025

Unlocking Event Success: Proven Strategies by Deanna Griffith House

Welcome to The Event Pro Show! Today, we’re joined by Deanna Griffith-House, an experienced professional in event strategy. With a background in large-scale corporate productions, she’s here with host Seth Macchi to share insights into global...

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March 17, 2025

Navigate the Event Industry with Consistency and Confidence with Seth…

Hey Event Pros, in our latest episode, we dive into how to deliver on promises and consistently impress your clients. Remember, it's not just about reacting to challenges; it's about being proactive with structured processes. Great event pros utilize...

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March 11, 2025

Delivering High-Stakes Events: The Art of Adaptability and Preparatio…

Welcome back to The Event Pro Show, your trusted resource for navigating the world of corporate events. In this episode, we're excited to have Lauren Livesay, Director of Operations at LEMG, joining our host, Seth Macchi. With experience ranging from...

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March 4, 2025

Welcome!

Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Event Pro Show with your host, Seth Macchi, the CEO of . Dive into the world of corporate events with me as we explore the wealth of knowledge and insights from leaders who've made a significant impact on my...

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