Event Planning, AV Partnerships Sarah Wood Event Planning, AV Partnerships Sarah Wood

Choosing the Right AV Partner for Long-Term Success

Finding the right AV partner isn’t just about the next event—it’s about building a relationship that makes your planning more efficient, cost-effective, and stress-free for years to come.

Finding the right AV partner isn’t just about the next event—it’s about building a relationship that makes your planning more efficient, cost-effective, and stress-free for years to come.

Why Work with the Same AV Provider Every Year?

✔ Consistency – No need to re-explain your event details every year. Your AV team already knows your preferences, venue challenges, and goals.

✔ Cost Savings – A long-term AV partner eliminates unnecessary setup costs by maintaining efficiency from event to event.

✔ Seamless Planning – Working with the same AV team means fewer surprises, faster setups, and smoother execution.

✔ Scalability – If your event moves from city to city, your AV partner already understands how to scale and replicate the setup.

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Embrace efficiency in your time and budget. Bring Red Tree AV "in-house" as an extension of your team and eliminate the headaches of starting over with a new AV provider every year.

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Negotiation, Event Planning Matt Fudge Negotiation, Event Planning Matt Fudge

How to Build the Perfect AV RFP for Your Conference

A strong AV Request for Proposal (RFP) ensures you get the right AV partner at the best value—without missing critical details. Here’s what to include.

What to Include in Your RFP

A strong AV Request for Proposal (RFP) ensures you get the right AV partner at the best value—without missing critical details. Here’s what to include:

Schedule of Events – Clearly outline start times, end times, and session details so AV providers understand your requirements.

Venue Access Times – AV companies need to know when they can load in, set up, and strike equipment to plan labor and logistics properly.

Essential AV Requirements – List your must-haves (e.g., microphones, projection, hybrid streaming), but allow the AV provider to suggest creative solutions that may enhance the experience.

Floor Plans – Providing a detailed floor plan helps AV companies determine equipment placement, power access, and optimal sound coverage.

Pictures of Previous Events – If you’ve hosted this event before, photos of past setups give AV teams a clearer picture of what’s worked (or what needs improvement).

What You Liked & Disliked About Past AV Experiences – Sharing your priorities and frustrations helps AV providers align their service with what you truly value.

Pro Tip

A great RFP isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about finding an AV partner who understands your event’s vision. Want a template to build the perfect AV RFP? Let’s chat.

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