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Special Events
Who’s With Me!?
Alright…Here it goes. This is the post where I officially sound old!
Aug 123 min read
Wow! FIRST Global Athens
The 2024 FIRST Global Challenge in Athens was more than an event—it was history in motion. With 190 countries, four venues, and unforgettable moments, Show Ready Events helped deliver an experience that inspired the next generation of STEM leaders.
Nov 12, 20243 min read
Every Obstacle Is For Good
While planning a city-wide event in Athens, I discovered a Greek saying that stuck with me: “Every obstacle is for good.” It reminded me that challenges—whether in event planning or life—aren’t setbacks, but stepping stones to growth, stronger relationships, and new possibilities.
Feb 21, 20242 min read
Planning in Harmony
Contrary to most social event management companies, SRE spends most of its summer schedule in the planning process for fall, winter and spring shows. We travel, meet key vendors, see new venues, make new friends, and most importantly build the foundation for the “80%”.
Sep 28, 20232 min read
Event Success Starts with Site Selection
Contrary to most social event management companies, SRE spends most of its summer schedule in the planning process for fall, winter and spring shows. We travel, meet key vendors, see new venues, make new friends, and most importantly build the foundation for the “80%”.
Aug 22, 20231 min read
From Kicked Ass Award to Pink Hawks
SRE at FIRST Championship 2023 May 23, 2023 We started off the FIRST Championship week with a Donkey. Not just any donkey you see….but...
May 22, 20232 min read
Face Time
Greetings to all!
Jun 21, 20222 min read
Remembering Woodie Flowers
REMEMBERING WOODIE FLOWERS
Oct 30, 20193 min read
A Note From Lance! Back to Basics
I had an opportunity to work an event as an independent contractor a few years back.
Oct 1, 20192 min read
The act of one person can......
Last week Francis Collins, the head of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the world's largest funder for biomedical research made a simple, yet bold statement.
Jun 17, 20191 min read
Kicked Ass!
SRE Kicked Ass Award Every year I get the pleasure of awarding two awards –
Jun 6, 20191 min read
FIRST Robotics...highlighting our FTAs!
Last week I had the opportunity to meet with some of our peeps, a group of people that the SRE team admire greatly- The FIRST Technical Advisors from the FIRST Robotics Competition or the “FTAs”.
Jan 30, 20182 min read
You You You, not Me, Me, Me
For many years both Show Ready Events and my kids and I have supported a local shelter/food kitchen and we feel like that is an important way to pay respect for our good fortunes.
Dec 6, 20171 min read
Politicians That Are Working Hard For Us?!?!?!?!
Last week I had the opportunity to work on Vendome Group’s Summit for Clinical Excellence in Boston.
Nov 7, 20172 min read
Some Reflection
It’s funny when you mix emotions with professionalism.
Apr 3, 20173 min read
Kicking off 2016 with some exciting updates from SRE!
A New Year, A New Website, and New Announcements!
Jan 18, 20163 min read
New Hampshire Techfest!
I can’t believe it’s been 7 years since a bunch of us were dragging in tables, electrical cords, and general nervousness in from the pouring rain at Pinkerton High School in Derry NH.
Oct 8, 20151 min read
Mike Whittington & Associates
I was really excited today to speak with my friend Mike Whittington from Mike Whittington and Associates.
Sep 30, 20151 min read
Hope for Safe, Wish for Easy, Plan on Busy.....
When I travel, usually someone in either my personal or professional life wishes me “Safe Travels”.
Sep 3, 20152 min read
IAEE expo! expo!
After attending some great education sessions, I found my highlight of the event.
Dec 24, 20141 min read
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