Technology Trends and Challenges in Corporate Events Production

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David Ferris is the Head of Live Events at EPMC, a cutting-edge event management company focused on corporate and Esports event production. As a creative professional, David has experience in project management, production, event planning, editing, visual arts, and graphic design. Before EPMC, he was the Executive Director of the Asian Elephant Art & Conservation Project, where he negotiated and organized major museum exhibitions and gallery installations, helping to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for elephant conservation.

In this episode…

When producing corporate events, reliable technology is key. Yet recent developments in the space have presented unforeseeable challenges that impede seamless event production. So how are event companies pivoting, and how can you leverage new technology to continue producing events?

David Ferris’ company EPMC has adopted a hybrid model for event productions. This can cause virtual audience members to feel disconnected, so EPMC has leveraged presenter screens and chat features to increase interaction. With technology innovation comes potential glitches, so it’s important to prepare team members to streamline the process and ensure a positive experience for the audience.

Join Paige Buck in this episode of The Kennedy Events Podcast as she invites David Ferris, Head of Live Events at EPMC, to discuss innovation and pivoting in the corporate and Esports event space. David talks about how he facilitates Esports events, the key considerations for planning and executing events, and technology’s role in audience engagement.