What you need to know Keeping his cool is part of Karim Kassab’s professional DNA. As a seasoned event producer with over 35 years of hands-on experience, he supervises teams to integrate ambitious technical elements across large-scale programs and events. Staging, lighting, audio, video and special effects—Karim introduces vivid elements into complex technical environments. All…
Read More
Event design draws us out of our everyday environments. Dynamic displays, scenic builds and dramatic stages capture the audience’s attention. Customized spaces come together thanks to the behind-the-scenes talents of environmental designers. These solution-oriented event production experts believe great event design shouldn’t just look incredible. Thoughtful design elements open minds and promote interaction. Here are…
Read More
As artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a redefining force in creative event production, curiosity is key. Experimenting with prompts helps Hartmann Studios’ production designer, Greg Sullivan, leverage industry-disrupting tools to inspire and streamline his work. He’s defined his dynamic career around constantly learning to meet the next wave of technological advancements. In the mid-1990s, when…
Read More
What you need to know Jayne Samuels’ background as a performer informs her approach to event production. A former dancer, she embraces the complex choreography of staging corporate events as a fun, fast-paced challenge. As an executive keynote producer, Jayne leads dozens of team members toward achieving event visions that entertain and inspire audiences. She…
Read More
What you need to know As a second-generation trade show expert, Jason Eberhardt found his footing in the events industry early. He excels at creating efficiencies that streamline complex event execution, save money and deliver on the creative vision cast by clients and our production team. Jason’s commitment to collaboration and creativity helps him cultivate…
Read More
What you need to know Denise Looney brings a signature style to event production. Her mix of creativity and common sense is centered on giving guests an experience they’ll never forget. As a senior event producer, Denise helps realize the big-picture vision for corporate evening and appreciation events. Designing events for groups of 1,000–3,000 people…
Read More
Use our new lookbook to spark ideas for your event experience design. We’ve compiled 40+ examples from our 40+ years of experience that showcase what it takes to reinvent event services: Transforming spaces into immersive experiences Incredible stages in imaginative places, anywhere. Outfitting unconventional spots and breaking new ground is our specialty. See how our…
Read More
What you need to know Taking a “Story First” approach to event activations boosts engagement and makes a lasting impact. Inviting attendees into the center of the action takes them from being passive observers to active participants. Part one of our series on “Story First” event planning introduces why and how to establish a cohesive…
Read More
What you need to know In a “Story First” event planning approach, the setting is about so much more than where your event is held. Settings evoke a mood, but they also have the power to define and even change characters. Think of the deep, dark forest in fairy tales or the Millennium Falcon in…
Read More
There are many stage set designs available for event production. We dive into virtual and hybrid staging, staging for in-person audiences (environmental), and even an augmented reality/VR staging.
Read More