by Nancy Spooner | May 29, 2026 | Uncategorized
I’m currently onsite deck managing a large convention. The days are long, the rehearsals are extensive, and the production is complex. It is one of the hardest shows I do, but I love it. I am surrounded by some of the best in the business, and you can absolutely feel...
by Nancy Spooner | May 4, 2026 | Uncategorized
How to manage shifting scope without losing control Change is constant in live events. Knowing when it starts to impact the bigger picture is what sets strong teams apart. In live events, change is expected. A speaker runs long.A session gets added.A room gets...
by Nancy Spooner | Mar 31, 2026 | Uncategorized
The real issue isn’t changing scope. It’s whether your team can flex with it. The reality no one talks about. Scope creep is not new. It happens on almost every show. A session gets added. A speaker changes content last minute. A breakout suddenly needs to be...
by Nancy Spooner | Mar 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
How great freelancers safeguard your production In live events, shows rarely fall apart because of massive technical failures. They unravel in small moments. A missed cue.A distracted team member.A lack of communication at the wrong time. The best freelancers...
by Nancy Spooner | Jan 29, 2026 | Uncategorized
How thoughtful staffing decisions support smoother productions and long-term client relationships In live events, the experience your client walks away with is shaped long before show day. It is built in prep calls, in trust, and in the people you choose to put on...
by Nancy Spooner | Jan 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
Ownership, Direction, and Momentum in a Freelance Event Life Every event professional is responsible for running their own career. Freelance or full-time, that reality shows up in the choices you make, the roles you accept, and the way you show up on every show site....
