Episodes
Building Connection: Mark Mallchok’s Audience-First Approach to Corpo…
On this episode of The Event Pro Show, host Seth Macchi and guest Mark Mallchok take listeners behind the scenes of corporate event production, tracing Mark’s path from childhood performances in Hawaii to founding Brella Prod...
Boosting Onstage Confidence with Practical AV Support
Creating memorable corporate events takes more than logistics; it requires supporting the people on stage. In this episode of The Event Pro Show, host Seth Macchi, CEO of LEMG, explores the often-overlooked journey of keynote...
Building Your Hospitality Toolbox: Erin Dennis’s Advice for Event Pla…
Welcome to another inspiring edition of The Event Pro Show! This week, host Seth Macchi is joined by Erin Dennis, founder of Evergreen Hospitality Solutions and a true trailblazer in corporate events and hospitality. She brin...
How to Survive Planning a Corporate Event When It’s Not Your Day Job
Have you ever been asked to plan a major corporate event even though it’s not part of your regular responsibilities? If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and this episode is designed with you in mind. The Event Pro Show,...
Failing Forward: Lessons in Resilience from Sales and Speaking Pro La…
Today on The Event Pro Show, we’re joined by the one and only Larry Long Jr., CEO (that’s Chief Energy Officer) of LLJR Enterprises, whose life mission is all about motivation, inspiration, and, most importantly, transformati...
The AV Advantage, Part 5- Understanding Your AV Crew
Your go-to resource for anything corporate events is back! In this installment of The Event Pro Show, Seth Macchi- CEO of LEMG, a leading event production company- concludes his five-part series, "The AV Advantage." Curious a...
Andrea Doyle Pulls Back the Curtain on Event Journalism
Welcome to The Event Pro Show, your go-to resource for expert tips, industry insights, and inspiring stories from the world of corporate events. Seth Macchi sits down with Andrea Doyle, an award-winning journalist and Executi...
The AV Advantage, Part 4- From Contract to Show Day
This episode of The Event Pro Show features host Seth Macchi, CEO of LEMG, an event production company based in Charlotte, North Carolina. He continues in part four of our ongoing series on getting the most from your AV in co...
Inside Experiential Events: Preeya Patel on Bridging Creativity and O…
Join our conversation on The Event Pro Show with host Seth Macchi and the inspiring Preeya Patel, powerhouse producer and founder of PreeProduction Events. With over 14 years shaping unforgettable productions for brands like ...
The AV Advantage, Part 3- AV RFP Essentials
Thanks for joining us on The Event Pro Show! Host Seth Macchi, CEO of LEMG, continues part three of our special five-part AV Advantage series, focusing on how to write clearer AV RFPs so you finally get proposals that fit you...
The Art of Southern Hospitality: Rachel Whitten’s Guide to CVB Partne…
In this episode of The Event Pro Show, Seth Macchi chats with Rachel Whitten, Vice President of Sales and Services for the Greenville-Pitt County Convention and Visitors Bureau in North Carolina. With twenty five years in man...
The AV Advantage, Part 2- Boost Value and Efficiency for Every Event
Welcome back to The Event Pro Show, your podcast for everything corporate events! Host Seth Macchi, CEO of LEMG, continues part two of the five-part “AV Advantage” series. If you’ve ever wondered how to secure better pricing,...
Finding Your Voice with Mitch Savoie Hill
Back on The Event Pro Show, host Seth Macchi sits down with Mitch Savoie Hill. Mitch is a dynamic first-generation Cuban American, CEO, TEDx speaker, published author, and corporate trainer with three decades of leadership ex...
The AV Advantage, Part 1- Design It Right
Join us on The Event Pro Show as host, Seth Macchi, launches a five-part series called “The AV Advantage.” Today’s focus is on why involving your AV partner early in the creative process sparks better brainstorming, reduces r...
Navigating Event Industry Ebb and Flow with Bluefox’s Michael Collins
The Event Pro Show is a production of LEMG is a leading event production company known for delivering exceptional experiences. From site planning and event design to technical production, staging, lighting, sound, and more—we do it all. As a...
The AV Advantage Series Kickoff: Collaborate Early, Stress Less
Welcome to The Event Pro Show, your trusted resource for corporate planning done right. In this episode, host Seth Macchi, CEO of Charlotte-based event production company LEMG and president-elect of MPI Carolinas, tackles one...
Enhancing Events Through Thoughtful Food and Beverage Planning with T…
This episode of The Event Pro Show features host Seth Macchi in conversation with Tracy Stuckrath, founder and president of Thrive Meetings and host of the Eating at a Meeting podcast. With over three decades in the field and...
Why the AV Project Manager Might Be Your Event’s Secret Weapon
Thanks for tuning in! I’m Seth Macchi, CEO of LEMG, a Charlotte-based event production company. Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to bring a corporate event to life from the AV side of things. Ever...
Transforming Blank Spaces: Christa Hovis Talks Event Process, Creativ…
Welcome back! In this episode, host Seth Macchi chats with Christa Hovis, a force in event planning, design, and production. From a background in industrial engineering to becoming an independent consultant, Christa shares ho...
The Future of Events and Technology: Reflections from WEC 2025
Welcome back! In this conversation, host Seth Macchi, CEO of LEMG, shares key takeaways from WEC 2025, the World Education Conference hosted by Meeting Professionals International in St. Louis. He reflects on the importance o...
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...
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...
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...
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...