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Entertainment: "Putting it Together"

Michael Brown  (Senior Design and Development Manager, 360 Destination Group)

Heidi Brumbach  (CEO/Executive Producer, Technisch Creative)

Location: 303B

Date: Wednesday, February 26

Time: 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass

Track: TSE-Event Planning, TSE-Trends & Design

Vault Recording: TBD

Audience Level: All

Theres no business—like show business! If you've ever had to book entertainment or talent for your programs, you know precisely what we mean. It's your job to select the very best while keeping up with event entertainment trends. No pressure, right?
From gearing up your team to managing talent riders, tech requirements, on-site logistics, and show flow — putting on a show stopping production can feel just as daunting as stepping into the spotlight! As with any complex process, preparedness is key.
You're envisioning a true showstopping experience that combines glitz, glamour, branding, culinary, and engaging entertainment — the likes of which your attendees have never seen.
On with the Show! Is the greenroom ready and define who is allowed to attend. We will highlight integrating entertainment and culinary event design, and embracing high-tech entertainment options like drones, robotics, holograms, and AI.
So, let's shine some light on event entertainment and go from selecting your entertainment to what it takes to get you prepared for showtime.