Conferences & Meetings Archives

People are seated in an event space with a screen showing: "6:15 PM Please take your seats. 6:30 PM Live broadcast begins." Colorful lights illuminate the wall. Looping slide shows and lighting cues are two actions to include in a Run of Show for you event.

Creating Your Best Run of Show

A well-crafted Run of Show (ROS) helps your entire team stay in sync and keeps your event running smoothly.

May 15, 2025

View from the AV tech table. The audio mixing console, computers and monitors are visible during a fundraising gala.

Bump Music: Small Touch with a Big Impact

Bump music for your presenters approaching the stage will make a big impact on the vibe and professionalism of your conferences and events.

May 12, 2025

A speaker addresses the audience from the stage as the slides are displayed on large screens flanking the stage

Optimize Your Presentation Slides for Live Events

Optimize your presentation slides with five essential design tips to ensure clarity, engagement, and seamless AV compatibility.

March 21, 2025

Virtual Conference Technical Director Prepares a Guest to Go Live

Tech Tips for Remote Presenters

Follow these tech tips for remote presenters and you’ll be able to focus on your message when it’s time to go live.

March 20, 2025

Audience view of a virtual conference with three panelists speaking

Live Stream Your Virtual and Hybrid Conferences

We detail what to expect when you live stream your virtual conference with The AV Department.

October 7, 2024

Hybrid Events Now

The addition of a live stream to your live event creates a hybrid event. Beyond that definition, hybrid events vary greatly from event to event. We review ideas for hybrid events now, including types, locations, and terminology.

January 23, 2024

The signature 85-foot projection wall at AVENUE PORTLAND displays a skyline image during the venue's launch party

AVENUE PORTLAND Event Space is Open

We are incredibly excited to add AVENUE | Audio+Visual Event Space to the great event venue options in Portland.

September 8, 2023

Spotlight: CREW Portland

Themes that thread throughout the 28th annual CREW Portland Forecast Breakfast presentations included reimaginging, reinventing, and taking action now.

January 25, 2023

A director and streamer manage virtual event production from a control room

Virtual Event Production Guide

This guide outlines four different virtual event production options and how each approach can benefit your organization.

December 16, 2022

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