Catersource + The Special Event Schedule 2026
Leading Through the Unscripted: Leadership Lessons from Lifetime Achievement Winners
Rob Barber (Chief Creative Officer, Atomic Design)
Scott Frankel (President, Animatic Media, LLC)
David Merrell (CEO, AOO Events, Inc.)
Location: Ignite stage on Exhibit Hall Floor
Date: Thursday, March 5
Time: 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass - Get your pass now!
Track: TSE-Event Mgmt & Production, TSE-Leadership & Professional Development
Vault Recording: TBD
Join this dream team of industry experience in a fireside chat/panel. The live events industry will test you in every way. Hear how to overcome challenges and lead a team with vision and positivity during those times. This is a no fluff session addressing how to succeed when others fail and keep your teams focused
With:
- Rob Barber, Vice President, Atomic Design - 2024 Gala Lifetime Achievement Winner
- Scott Frankel, President Animatic Media - Gala 2025 Lifetime Achievement Winner
- David Merrell, CEO, AOO Events - 2026 Gala Lifetime Achievement Winner