Austin Mittelstadt

Conferences, corporate meetings, panels and training sessions often involve multiple presenters sharing visual content throughout the day, like slides or videos. One common mistake is allowing each presenter to connect their own laptop directly to the projector. While it may seem simple, this often leads to delays, technical issues and awkward on-screen moments that disrupt the event's flow. A better approach is using a dedicated presentation laptop, often called a show laptop or playback...

If there's one guarantee, it's that live events move fast. Once the room clears and the lights go down, you're usually left with a few photos, some social posts and memories. That suffices in the moment, but if you aren't recording your events audio, you're missing out on long-term value. High-quality audio recordings transform a one-time event into an asset you can reuse long after the last guest leaves. Whether it's a seminar, panel, fundraiser, training session or conference, recorded...

Power is often one of the most overlooked parts of event planning. People focus on speakers, screens, lighting and microphones, but none of it matters if the power fails. One tripped breaker can shut down a keynote, kill a dance floor or make an outdoor wedding go silent. Good power planning isn't about overthinking. It’s about knowing what your AV gear needs, what the venue can provide and how to match the two safely. Our Channel Audio team is here to explore how you can prevent tripped...