June 23, 2021
In this episode, Tom and Rachel are joined by Tomm Gillies, SeeKing Productions, to discuss how to improve the virtual experience for presenters and producers. READ MORE
May 7, 2021
In this episode, Tom and Rachel are joined by Melanie Reed, VP of Business Operations at Alford Media, to discuss how to make a better virtual experience for attendees. They also cover the current status of the events industry and what we expect in the next year. READ MORE
December 9, 2020
In this episode of The Back Porch, Tom and Rachel were joined by Tyler Mayne, CEO of Evolve Media Group, Brian Rivers, CEO of Centrifuge Media, and Carrie Freeman Parsons, Chair of The Freeman Company. Our guests discussed how 2020 has been different, what pivots they’ve made, and what they see for the future of events. READ MORE
August 31, 2020
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
June 29, 2020
In this special edition of the Back Porch, Tom and Rachel were joined by Landy Estes to celebrate his 26 years of service with Alford Media. READ MORE
June 17, 2020
In this episode of The Back Porch, Tom and Rachel discuss Alford’s Burgundy Culture, including the reason behind the color, company events, and what it means to be Burgundy. READ MORE
May 28, 2020
In this first episode Tom and Rachel cover a wide spectrum of topics, including the current state and future of the industry, favorite conference memory, cows, tornadoes, future designs and layouts of events, and jalapeño cornbread. READ MORE