Dan Thompson

National  Account Director

If you could travel back in time – what year would you choose and why?:  1960. Music, art, and society were beginning massive changes right about then.

What’s your dream travel destination?:  Somewhere tropical, with beaches and volcanoes.

My all-time favorite book is this because…: So many, but I’ll go with ‘Moby Dick.’ A simple story of one man’s obsession that contains so much more through a treasure trove of characters and commentaries.

Wade Diebold

Sr. National
Account  Manager

What is your favorite hobby, and why?: Anything Automotive, I like working with my hands, and I like speed.

What’s your favorite holiday and why?: Halloween because we can dress up

Would you instead hike a mountain or lay on the beach?: Beach time

Scott Miller

National Account Manager

What is your favorite thing about your job or the industry?: Building relationships has always been my favorite part of working in this industry. Although it has its share of complex personalities, the friendships I have gained over the years are priceless.

Briefly state what got you into the event technology industry: Playing in bands early in life helped me learn the technology, but when I was in college (like so many), I was broke, and Bob Gechter got me on with Crossroads Audio as a stagehand. That was my first real gig, and I spent the first 4 or 5 events coiling cable and moved on from there.

What professional accomplishment(s) are you most proud of?: I started with Alford in the warehouse, moved to a tech position, and then left... boomeranged back seven years later to a warehouse position, where I worked my way into the Sales position I am in today. The journey has been incredible.

What is the biggest challenge you’ve had in your career?: Leaving Alford. It was the most challenging career decision, and I feel blessed every day that I found my way back (and was let back in).

Scott Thompson

National Account Manager

What’s your favorite holiday and why?:    Halloween … it’s the least serious one. 

What’s your favorite flavor of ice cream?:    Chocolate

What was the BEST vacation you ever took?:     Alaska Cruise

What’s the one movie you could watch repeatedly and why?:   To Kill a Mockingbird. It’s just a classic with deep meaning and the best soundtrack. 

Pam Schoen

National Account Manager

What is your favorite thing about your job or the industry?: Watching attendees see the possibilities that can unfold before their eyes and the technology, creativity, and teamwork that makes a client’s vision a reality.

Started in event Tech 2004

What accomplishment(s) are you most proud of in your personal life?: Being a mother to the best kids in the world, never being afraid to try something new, and having friends and family that support all my crazy ideas.

Janice Barr

National Account Manager

It’s lunchtime – what is your fail-proof, always “good choice” restaurant/food choice?: Pho is my comfort food.

Who is your favorite Disney/cartoon character, and why?: Eeyore, I had a stuffed Eeyore as a kid, and he was my favorite. 

What’s your favorite flavor of ice cream?: Plain Vanilla