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November 1, 2022

Alford Media’s 20th Anniversary Chili CookOff

Alford Media is proud to host our 20th Chili Cook-Off event. We’ll have food and beverages, activities for the kiddos, and did we mention chili? We partnered with The Texas Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities this year. We will be accepting donations and launching a silent auction online and the day of the event to raise […]

Remote Presenter Kits

March 24, 2021

Alford Provides Remote Presenter Kits for Virtual Events

Alford Remote Presenter Kits elevate the audio, lighting, and overall video for remote presenters with simple plug-and-play devices.

These kits offer an overall better quality of your virtual presentation or remote meeting with a fast and easy setup. READ MORE

December 17, 2020

Virtual Event Platforms

From a one-day corporate event to week-long multiple exhibitor showcases, we offer a full range of virtual event platform solutions.

With Alford Virtual Event Space or one of our strategic partners we can provide virtual platforms with an array of features and attendee bandwidths. READ MORE

 

Introducing Alford Virtual Event Space

December 15, 2020

Alford Virtual Event Space

Alford Virtual Event Space is a custom branded site developed for each client that includes a live stream embed of your event and incorporates features to best enhance corporate and nonprofit online events.

Most importantly, it was developed by Alford with our clients and their specific needs in mind. READ MORE

The Back Porch - Special Edition

August 31, 2020

The Back Porch with Tom Alford – Episode 4

In this episode, Tom and Rachel discuss how Alford Media is raising the bar for remote meetings and virtual events. You’ll also hear from our people behind the scenes and how their roles elevate the experience of a live streamed event. READ MORE

Alford Media Presents School of Rock

August 12, 2020

School of Rock – Giving Back to the Community

Early during the COVID pandemic, Alford employees were looking for any way to reach out and help the community. A perfect opportunity and partnership was found with Alford Media and the Flower Mound School of Rock for a 2 day live stream showcase for their students. READ MORE

 

Alford Studios and Control Rooms for Virtual Events

June 10, 2020

Alford Media Studios and Remote Event Control Rooms

Whether you need a studio or to host your virtual event completely remotely, Alford Media has a variety of options for you to choose from when planning a virtual event. READ MORE

Alford Media Presents Brothers Beckham Live Stream Concert - Webcasting Studio

May 11, 2020

Brothers Beckham Live Stream Concert

Alford Media presented a live stream concert for the band, Brothers Beckham. This was a high-energy music experience combining awesome music and creative technology.  READ MORE

Introducing Alford Media's Webcasting Studios

May 1, 2020

Introducing Alford Media’s Webcasting Studios

A special message from Alford Media and an introduction to our Webcasting Studios. See the many ways we can bring your virtual meeting to life!  READ MORE

 

Extend Your Reach with Webcasting and Live Streaming

March 5, 2020

Extend Your Reach with Webcasting and Live Streaming Events

Webcasting and live streaming have become an ever-increasing platform for bringing a live event experience to online viewers. Whether by a virtual studio or with a live audience, webcasting has the ability to bring that experience to viewers anywhere in the world. READ MORE

Elevate Immersion with Real-Time Tracking and 3D Sound

February 26, 2020

Elevate Immersion with Real-Time Tracking and 3D Sound

Creating immersive spaces at events can include a wide variety of technologies and techniques. The BlackTrax system and the Astro Spatial Sara II processor bring opportunities for tracking presenters, objects in your content, and even attendees, creating memorable experiences that fully immerse those involved. READ MORE

PufferTouch2

January 22, 2020

Create Memorable Interactive Experiences With The PufferTouch2+

As interactive technology continues to expand, we’re excited to share Pufferfish’s latest product, the PufferTouch2+. This technology combines on-sphere touch interactivity with eye-catching visuals, bringing opportunities for attendees to fully interact with your content. READ MORE

 

Immersive Space with Custom Interactive System Featured

January 8, 2020

Immersive Interactive Space

Captivate your attendees and transport them somewhere else using an Immersive Interactive Space. Combining elements such as Absen LED panels, kinetic lighting, and our Custom Interactive System will allow for a new level of immersion for your attendees. READ MORE

Interactive Video System

December 18, 2019

Intrigue Attendees with Interactive Video

Our new Interactive Video system allows us to easily create and manage a wide variety of interactive displays and digital signage for events. Alford can customize the effects and combine them with additional graphics or video elements to deliver a unique effect for maximum audience impact. READ MORE

AR Glasses

November 20, 2019

How Is The Events Industry Evolving?

In a recent survey, we asked, “What is your perception regarding the corporate meetings and events industry? Is it… growing, shrinking, stagnant, or evolving?”. The results indicate that the overwhelming majority, 66%, of respondents believe the industry is evolving. READ MORE

 

Crew working to off-load the flipped trailer

September 9, 2019

Handling Emergencies The Burgundy Way

In the events industry, anything that affects a show negatively is an emergency, and when an emergency happens it can mean doing the impossible to make sure the show goes on. Tom Alford breaks down how Alford Media responds to these situations. READ MORE

AOP Featured

August 21, 2019

Innovation Experience – Art of the Possible

At our latest Innovation Experience, Art of the Possible, we hosted our guests through a tour of art and technology with a focus on immersive environments, interactive technology, and digital scenic. We wanted to inspire our clients with new ideas to create memorable experiences. READ MORE

Spec-Ops

July 26, 2019

Shaping The Future Of Event Tech

At Alford Media, we want our team members to strive for greatness in their careers. From team-building exercises to in-depth training of intricate equipment, Spec Ops is a way of helping our people embrace their potential while also emphasizing the importance of each person’s role to the greater vision of the company. READ MORE

 

SlideMark™

May 31, 2019

Engaging Your Attendees With SlideMark™

Introducing SlideMark™, a web-based app that allows audience members to bookmark and annotate slides from conference presentations. No longer will attendees need to take pictures of the screen on their phones. In addition, producers and meeting planners can receive data on what content is most engaging to the attendees. READ MORE

Participant Experience

May 24, 2019

Alford Brings Participant Experience To The Forefront

We know that audience engagement is a necessary part of any event. We have the products and experience to keep your attendees’ attention on your content and help create a memorable experience to keep them coming back. READ MORE

3D Digital Signage

May 10, 2019

How to Make Your Signs Pop with 3D Digital Signage

Bring your 3D signs to life with custom, projected moving-graphics. Use 3D Digital Signage for impressive conference entrance signs, immersive digital signage in attendee space, or a simple way to liven up a 3D logo on stage. READ MORE

 

LED Wall at Art of The Possible Innovation Event

April 29, 2019

Alford Focuses on Visual Effects

For the past 35 years Alford Media has specialized in video, ever evolving and changing. We’ve identified Visual Effects as a trend that has continued to increase with more requests for special projects and wow factor add-ons at events. This is a new focus for Alford, adding it to our list of services with more innovations to come.  READ MORE

Interactio

April 26, 2019

Interactio – How to Streamline Your Audio Streaming

We are thrilled to introduce the Interactio mobile system. This system fully replaces audio streaming hardware for events, allowing streaming of any audio to listeners’ phones or tablets. READ MORE

Inside Look in Event Tech with Steve and Tom Alford

April 4, 2019

Inside Look into Event Tech with Steve and Tom Alford

We celebrate Alford Media’s 35th anniversary! In honor of this milestone, we sat down with Steve and Tom Alford to learn how and why they founded Alford Media, what’s changed in the industry, and what they’re most excited for going forward. READ MORE

 

Alford Embraces RFID Technology to Streamline Business Operations

March 21, 2019

Alford Embraces RFID Technology to Streamline Business Operations

Alford is now using RFID technology to improve operational excellence by tagging all gear and cases in order to more efficiently be tracked. Learn more here. READ MORE

Astera Titan Pixeltubes

February 27, 2019

Introducing Astera Titan LED Wireless Pixeltube

We are pleased to announce the addition of the Astera Titan LED Wireless Pixeltube to the Alford lighting department. Learn more about them here. READ MORE

Vari-Lite 2600 Series

February 20, 2019

Alford Adds Vari-Lite 2600 Series

We are proud to present the Vari-Lite 2600 Profile and 2600 Wash, two of three luminaires designed as the LED generation update for the popular VL2500 Series. READ MORE

 

Alford Access

January 30, 2019

Alford Access is Now Live

Alford Media is excited to announce that Alford Access is now live! With Alford Access, you’ll only need to look one place for live, real-time access to your show. Our user-friendly dashboard is available 24/7 and allows for easy, collaborative communication between you and everyone on your event.  READ MORE

July 31, 2018

How Alford Access Can Improve Your Event Communication

Through Alford Access, you’ll only need to look one place for live, real-time access to your show. Our user-friendly dashboard is available 24/7 with access to data such as your budget and equipment list, the crew list and contact information, venue information, and any related files. READ MORE

LED Calculator

June 18, 2018

Alford Releases LED Wall Calculator App

Alford is excited to introduce our new LED Wall Calculator app, capable of configuring the panel requirements for numerous types of LED wall options. READ MORE

 

February 27, 2018

Alford Introduces Shure Axient Digital

Alford has added Shure Axient Digital, a wireless mic system that replaces the UHF-R series, to our inventory. READ MORE

December 14, 2017

Alford’s 16th Annual Chili Cook-Off

Over the years that Alford has hosted the chili cook-off, we’ve seen steady growth in participation, creative new entertainment for the family and a supportive community that continues to get involved. READ MORE

LED

November 30, 2017

Alford Adds Absen LED To The Inventory

Alford has added Absen X2v LED panels to our inventory, offering more in-house options for our clients and more ways for us to realize your vision. READ MORE

 

Kino-mo Hypervsn

November 29, 2017

Alford Introduces Kino-mo Hypervsn

Alford recently added some of Kino-mo’s Hypervsn LED displays to our graphics presentation arsenal. Learn how you can incorporate these at your next event. READ MORE

September 29, 2017

Introducing QolorPoint Wireless LED Uplighters

Alford has added QolorPoint Wireless LED Uplighters to our lighting inventory. READ MORE

August 30, 2017

Catchbox Comes to Alford

Alford introduces Catchbox! These are soft covered wireless mics that can be thrown and tossed around the audience and only turn on when movement has stopped. In addition, the covers are customizable to incorporate any company name, logo, or color. READ MORE

 

Barco UDX 4K32 Laser Projector

July 31, 2017

The Future of Projection is Now

The next generation of projection technology has arrived, and it didn’t bring any lamps! READ MORE

Riedel-MediorNet

November 30, 2016

Press Release: Riedel MediorNet now at Alford Media

Alford Media is excited to announce the purchase of 4 Riedel MediorNet Modular frame systems. MediorNet is currently used in TV production, and events such as the Red Bull Air Races, Formula 1, and the X-Games. Alford Media is the first company in the live events industry to integrate this technology on show site. READ MORE

November 20, 2015

JBL Upgrade

Alford has upgraded our JBL inventory. We just got in our VTX V20’s and VTX S25’s. READ MORE

 

October 4, 2015

Alfordgram – Alford Media Expands Its Lighting Inventory

Alford Media’s lighting department has added some serious punch to their arsenal with the addition of three new types of lighting fixtures. READ MORE

April 24, 2014

Celebrating 30 Years

I offer a heartfelt, “thank you and continued success” to our loyal customers (you know who you are), many industry friends (you know who you are), and our dedicated and professional family of employees (and, yes you know who you are). It’s been a great ride, and I can’t wait to see what the next chapters reveal. Amen and Amen! READ MORE

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