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The Road Ahead

The Road Ahead

Hosted by Les Goldberg

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Episodes

93

Latest episode

Jun 2026

Language

EN-US

About the show

The live events industry is no stranger to tough times, but today we are dealing with the fight of our lives. “The Road Ahead” podcast, hosted by Les Goldberg, CEO of ETP and LMG, explores the COVID-19 pandemic’s deep impact on live events, altering the ways we gather, meet and communicate.

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June 5, 2026Episode 9335 min

How Producers Keep Live Events on Track - Episode 93

What are the challenges of being a great producer for live events? Les Goldberg chats with Maxine Monsegue, John Mathis and Greg Defelice about how the producer plays a critical role in delivering a live event.

April 29, 2026Episode 9226 min

The Changing Landscape of Live Events Through M&A - Episode 92

Les Goldberg chats with CEO Digital Business Partner, Ivan Fernandes, about what is happening with all the mergers and acquisitions of the live production companies.

April 13, 2026Episode 9129 min

Navigating Live Events Amid Global Political Uncertainty - Episode 91

Les Goldberg talks with Michelle Smith from URMIA (University Risk Management & Insurance Association, Inc.), Jessica Parkhurst from Acentria Insurance & Foundation Risk Partners and Emilie Perkins from Raybourn Group International about how to plan live events with the impacts of constant political chaos around the world.

February 23, 2026Episode 9033 min

The State of the Live Events World Ensuring Audience Engagement - Episode 90

Les Goldberg hosted his very first podcast in front of a live audience at Camden Town Hall, bringing together some of London’s leading industry voices to talk all things live events. Joined by Conor Twohill from Envy Create, Technical Production Manager, Richard Owers and Matt Culverhouse from Made Human, the panel discussed the state of the industry and things that drive audience engagement.

January 16, 2026Episode 8926 min

How Creative Teams Deliver Monumental Projection Mapping – Episode 89

Les Goldberg chats with Bart Kresa from BARTKRESA studio, Patrick Verhey from LMG Systems Innovation,  Steve Deitz from 900 lbs and Jayson Wise from LMG about working in the world of projection mapping and a recent project at the Washington Monument.

November 24, 2025Episode 8833 min

How Technology Shapes Modern Storytelling - Episode 88

Les Goldberg chats with Rick Borja from Go West Creative, Chris Drury from Drury Design Dynamic and Stephen Dahlem from Corporate Magic about how important technology is to storytelling in his most recent podcast.

October 13, 2025Episode 8741 min

Creating a Safe Environment for Live Events - Episode 87

It is all about event safety for the audience. Les Goldberg talks with Timothy Wimbley from Events TNT, Mark Herrera from Global Awareness Professionals and Dominic Housiaux from Risky Business Resources about creating a safe environment for live events.

August 25, 2025Episode 8627 min

How Meeting Planners Win at Hotel Negotiations - Episode 86

Les Goldberg talks with John Cruz from MetLife, Adriance Cesa from Huntington Bank, Larry Epstein from The Launch Group and Mandy Hazlett from National Precast Concrete Association about the elements of negotiating a successful contract with the venue in his most recent podcast

July 18, 2025Episode 8538 min

What Keeps Us Hooked on Live Events - Episode 85

Les Goldberg talk with Stage Manager- Miles Kapper, Scenic Designer and Creative Director at- Tony Castrigno at Design Contact and Executive VP Creative Services at Media Loft - Daniel Walls about what it is about the live event business that keeps them excited and wanting to keep them working in the live events industry.

May 2, 2025Episode 8435 min

Working With In-House AV Teams - Episode 84

Have you found fair value when working with in-house providers—both exclusive and nonexclusive? In this episode of The Road Ahead, Les Goldberg talks with Karim Kassab, Aaron Levinthal, and Dan Wilcox about their real-world experiences navigating venue restrictions, fees, and team dynamics. They explore what works, what doesn’t, and how to get the best results when partnering with in-house teams.

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