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RFP Review ~ FREE
The AV Firm
Save time. Save hassle. Save money.

Are you an association or corporate meeting event planner? Do you need help identifying what type of A/V support you need to maximize your budget?  Let The AV Firm help craft a customized proposal to solve your unique A/V needs. The AV Firm is located near you in Chicago & Beyond 

Let us review your current RFP or design a new AV proposal. Let us develop your vision to help you produce an event that engages, unifies, and inspires your attendees. Providing candid, constructive feedback on what you already have planned. ~ FOR FREE! Let us help you improve next year’s event. The AV Firm takes a dynamic approach to audience engagement.

 Your On-Site Extension Team
Audio Visual AV Auditing Partner

Do you plan city-wide events? Do you have an existing long-term contract with a global audio visual (AV) production company that has just been transferred? Need an extension of you to review your gear list vs. what is utilized on-site? The AV Firm ensures you get what you are paying for. Our A/V (AV) consultants make sure you avoid added labor fees, including double time/overtime/meal and union penalties. The AV Firm audits your audio visual equipment list to be sure all the gear is utilized and your budget is maximized. 

We are your extension and on-site partner at your event. Do you execute large-scale events? The AV firm brings the technology, expert staff to support your event headache free. 

 Discussion Hours
Ask the AV Experts

Join The AV Firm for regular Discussion Hours – Ask the AV Experts your most pressing A/V questions. 

The AV Firm’s Discussion Hours: Ask the AV Experts is the perfect place to ask:

  • What is a reasonable budget for a 500 person meeting with four speakers in two different rooms in a ballroom in New York?

    1. What do I need for a medical education meeting for 40?

    2. What kind of meeting space should I source for a 3,500 person association meeting?

    3. Do you have a new product launch and you need the biggest and best AV techs in the industry? Talk about key roles you need to consider for your event.

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Featured
WE USA Features The AV Firm in their magazine as their Showstopper
WE USA Features The AV Firm in their magazine as their Showstopper

THE SHOWSTOPPER Tina Luppino & The AV Firm bring art and tech to corporate production.

Tina Luppino, Founder & President of The AV Firm, takes center stage in Women's Enterprise Magazine (WE USA) Volume 4, 2023. Dive into the story of a trailblazer turning simple meetings into high-tech productions.

Join us in celebrating Tina's journey and the limitless future for women in the AV industry

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Shedding Light on In-House AV Services: Power Drops and Insights for Event Planners
Shedding Light on In-House AV Services: Power Drops and Insights for Event Planners

Event planners are increasingly encountering fees for drawing power from wall outlets, making it crucial to understand and negotiate these charges during venue contract discussions. The article emphasizes the need for transparency in cost analysis and underscores the significance of clear communication with in-house AV providers. It also highlights the differences in power requirements for events based on audience size and equipment needs, while stressing the importance of involving venue electricians for safety during "power drops." The diverse range of power rates is explored, with insights into effectively managing costs and questioning hidden charges. Ultimately, the article empowers event planners to make informed decisions that benefit their clients and consider the advantages of using external AV providers.

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SmartMeetings.com Shares The AV Firms Article on How to Write an RFP that Covers COVID-19 Variables
SmartMeetings.com Shares The AV Firms Article on How to Write an RFP that Covers COVID-19 Variables

Up until 2019, your live event audiovisual Request for Proposal (RFP) was straightforward. There wasn’t a need to include a virtual platform; unless it was a rare occasion with a one-off request to include a broadcast element. In 2020, that theory went out the window and you learned how to write a virtual meeting AV RFP. Now, here you are in 2021 adding another cog in the wheel as you are tasked with writing a blended RFP for your upcoming event that will most likely include a hybrid plan for 2022. So, what do you need to know and include?

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 Women in AV
Grant & Mentorship Information

Are a female interested in pursuing a career in the A/V industry? Are you currently working in the A/V industry? Great! You qualify to apply for one of our grant or mentorship programs. 

As one of few female-owned A/V companies, The AV Firm pledges to empower and support women to pursue a career in the A/V industry. By providing equipment and educational funding, The AV Firm is excited to mentor female A/V technicians.

Two schools to explore for a career in Live Production

How can The AV Firm Help?

Ready to chat about your meeting and event production needs? Jot your name, contact information and a line or two about what you need help with. The AV Firm guarantees we will deliver options that will blow you (and your attendees away).