What can you learn at the NY and CA Rental & Staging Roadshows?

AGENDA SNEAK PREVIEWS NEW YORK ROADSHOW WED, JULY 27, 2016 METROPOLITAN PAVILION 125 West 18th Street New York, NY 10011 Register Now NY AGENDA SNEAK PREVIEW Laser Phosphor vs. Conventional Projectors, for Stagers: the Myths and the Realities We've all heard the TCO (total cost of ownership) arguments for using solid state video projectors, as compared with conventional lamped projectors. The "lamp-free" nature of the new generation laser phosphor projectors mean that there are no lamp replacement costs over the life of that projector. But that TCO math is more applicable to the installed AV world where a projector is on and being used more hours than a stager would use a projector. Are laser phosphor projectors good for the staging side? To answer that, you have to look at the other features of solid state projectors and when and where they do or do not make sense for the rental & staging user. In this panel, both stagers and projector manufacturers will share their insight, dispel some myths, and teach you some things about new generation projectors you did not know. Projection Mapping: It's Not Just for the Sides of Buildings Any More We've all seen the sides of buildings all "painted" with video projection. But what new technical developments in servers, video processing, and projectors are now enabling truly revolutionary techniques like virtual moving scenery (video masking/tracking of moving objects). Can you turn a sleek new BMW that's being driven into the booth at a big auto show into a moving screen, and paint it as it's moving? Can you video map an actor moving across a stage, exactly, with no latency and no gaps? And what other new developments are bringing new video and also new video "lighting" tools to the stager? Special 10th Anniversary Roadshow RoundUp A special panel of top stagers and top gear manufacturers reflect on 10 years of industry evolution, and look ahead to the next ten years. As we're in the middle of another industry upswing and business is good– it's even more important to plan now for the speed bumps ahead: company growing pains; planning for sale of your family-owned business; mergers and acquisitions; and more. Stager vs. Venue Negotiations– the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly When you're a big staging company, you're frenemies with the venue. You have to play friendly, and the venue has certain built in advantages, but how can you make sure you're getting the best deal for your company while making the venue and the end user happy? Rigging, electrical, and internet services can be tricky– are you being price-gouged? Union rules can also be. Learn some tips on negotiating the venue contract, from top stagers who have learned how to leverage their own strengths and not be "captive" to the whims and dictates of the venue. And with special invited guests on the venue side who will give insider tips on getting a win-win for everyone. Finding Employees for Your Staging Company Talent acquisition and retention is one of the most pressing issues for staging companies. This includes difficulty recruiting competent job applicants, knowledge transfer from experienced to less experienced employees, and keeping top employees from jumping ship to a competitor or going freelance. In this special session we'll not only here tips from seasoned pros, but will hear from invited job applicants looking NOW for placement in a staging company, and from bright and eager young students from top programs in the NYC area looking to enter the staging world. MONTEREY ROADSHOW TUES, SEPTEMBER 21, 2016 INTELLIEVENT 560 Fremont Street Monterey, CA 93940 Register Now CA AGENDA SNEAK PREVIEW Keynote address: Gary Becker– Managing the Staging Company, Leadership for a New Staging Industry Landscape Gary Becker was the founder and owner of Nationwide Wholesale Video Equipment Rental, which ultimately he sold to Christie. He will share– from a veteran owner's perspective–10 keys to successful management of a staging company– whether the goal is managing growth, increasing profitability, or preparing for a transition through sale or acquisition. Laser Phosphor vs. Conventional Projectors, for Stagers: the Myths and the Realities We've all heard the TCO (total cost of ownership) arguments for using solid state video projectors, as compared with conventional lamped projectors. The "lamp-free" nature of the new generation laser phosphor projectors mean that there are no lamp replacement costs over the life of that projector. But that TCO math is more applicable to the installed AV world where a projector is on and being used more hours than a stager would use a projector. Are laser phosphor projectors good for the staging side? To answer that, you have to look at the other features of solid state projectors and when and where they do or do not make sense for the rental & staging user. In this panel, both stagers and projector manufacturers will share their insight, dispel some myths, and teach you some things about new generation projectors you did not know. Special 10th Anniversary Roadshow RoundUp A special panel of top stagers and top gear manufacturers reflect on 10 years of industry evolution, and look ahead to the next ten years. As we're in the middle of another industry upswing and business is good– it's even more important to plan now for the speed bumps ahead: Buying new gear for your inventory; company growing pains; and more. Roadshow Demo's and Pro Mixer Exclusive to this Rental & Staging Roadshow– attendees will have a chance to see some of the latest Video and staging gear, hands-on, in special demo rooms. One demo will include live event technology for sports facilities, with invited guest from top California facilities. All demo room attendees will be entered for a drawing for special prizes. Rental Management Software Issues for the Growing Staging Company In this special session a panel of experts and staging company end users will discuss the challenges of finding and properly implementing the right rental management software package for your staging company. The emphasis will be on the staging company's perspective, what works and what doesn't, and how to sort out software that unlike hardware such as video projectors does not have "specs" to easily compare.   For 10 years, the Rental & Staging Roadshows have been THE place for the rental and staging industry to get together, network, and share information. This is the ideal showcase for professionals to see the latest technology and hear about ways to improve their business. Join us in New York City or Monterey, CA for a full day of vital business and technical tracks, as well as exhibits, breakfast, lunch, and cocktail networking sessions. For the full NY schedule, click here. For the full CA schedule, click here. To register, click here. For more information, visit rentalstagingroadshow.com. REGISTER TODAY TO SECURE YOUR SPOT

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