Thanks to the generous support from our sponsors
The Event Overview
Shop Crawl & Networking
- Guided tours of live event production companies
- Group transportation
- Facility tours with open Q&A
- Lunch included
- Opening reception
Business Workshops
- Breakfast and lunch included
- Keynotes, panels, and roundtables
- Topics include scalability, operations, sales, and execution
- Closing reception














Agenda
Monday — Arrival & Welcome
- 5:00–7:00 PM: Welcome Reception
Tuesday — Shop Tours + Education Begins
- 7:30–9:00 AM: Breakfast
- 8:00 AM–12:00 PM: Shop Tours
- 12:00–1:00 PM: Lunch & Networking
- 1:00–1:45 PM: Welcome & Opening Keynote – The State of the Industry, Tom Stimson
- 1:45–2:15 PM: Tom Stimson, Shawn Sedlacek, Matthew Saravay – Collaborating on High Stakes Events
- 2:15–3:00 PM: Shannon Rodriguez –Talent & Culture: Hiring and Retention in Project Work
- 3:00 PM-3:30PM Networking Break
- 3:30–4:15 PM: Mark Wells –Practical AI for Operators
- 4:15-5:00 PM: Lindsay Schwartz –Sales + Marketing = BFFs
- 5:00–6:00 PM: Happy Hour
Wednesday — Full Education Day
- 7:30–9:30 AM: Breakfast & Networking
- 9:30–10:30 AM: Tom Simson – Demand, Capacity, and Profit
- 11:00 AM–12:00 PM: Breakouts
Lindsay Schwartz – Don’t Let AI Make You Worse
- Shannon Rodriguez – Should I Stay or Should I Go Now? How Leaders’ Communication Decides Who Stays and Who Walks
- 12:00–1:30 PM: Lunch & Networking
- 1:30–2:30 PM: Breakouts
- Mark Wells – Operations & Capacity Challenges Solved with AI
- Karl Becker – Proven best practices for business development and sales – driving additional revenue performance for your team.
- 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM Networking Break
- 3:00–4:00 PM: Peer Roundtables
- 4:00–5:00 PM: Closing Session – Final Reflections & Ask Anything
- 5:00–7:00 PM: Closing Reception
Presenters
Tom Stimson
The Stimson Group
Shannon Rodriguez
Shannon Connex, LLC
Mark Wells
MW Ideas
Lindsay Schwartz
LS Consulting & Creative
Karl Becker
Live Event Production Academy
Shawn Sedlacek
The Vox Group
Matthew Saravay
Wizard Studios
Heidi Brumbach
Technisch Creative
Fees & Registration
Jumpstart Workshops 2026 are designed for AV business owners who are serious about growth—not casual curiosity.
Registration is $2,500 and includes all workshop sessions, curated peer discussions, and hands-on working time focused on modernizing your sales approach and revenue strategy.
For a limited time, Super Early Registration is available at 50% off.
This workshop is intentionally limited in size to ensure meaningful interaction, direct access to faculty, and real takeaways you can implement immediately.
If you’re ready to sharpen how you sell, price, and position your AV business for 2026 and beyond—this is your moment to commit.
FAQs
Q: If something comes up, and I can’t attend, can I get a refund?
A: Single ticket refunds are available until April 8, 2026. But, you could transfer your ticket to someone else or to a future event in 2026 at no additional cost.
Q: I have dietary restrictions. What are the food options?
A: Everybody likes a sandwich from time to time, but we like hot meals and variety. There are always vegetarian and gluten-free options, but if you have other needs, please let us know.
Q: Who should attend? Is this just for Owners or Executives?
This event is built to support your entire Management Team in making stronger long-term strategic decisions. For your organization to thrive, your team should be just as informed and aligned as you are.
Q: I haven’t decided who can attend; can I still make my purchase?
A: Yes. During registration, you’ll be asked for attendee names and emails. Simply enter your name (or a placeholder name) and complete the registration. You can email us updates later.
Q: Will my competitor be there?
A: Organizations from the same industry regularly participate, and that’s often where the strongest ideas and most valuable partnerships emerge. Don’t let that hesitation keep you from joining.
Q: What’s the dress code?