In this episode, we explore the journey of Claudine C Pellington, an AV veteran, show director, and founder of CCP Audiovisual. Tune into this brand new conversation on the Events Demystified Podcast! Hosted by Anca Platon Trifan of the Events Demystified Podcast, Claudine shares her experiences of building a successful career in a male-dominated field, her path from music to AV production, the challenges she's faced, and the importance of resilience, mentorship, and believing in oneself. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone interested in or already working within the AV industry, especially women and people of color. Tune in for a powerful discussion on representation, hard work, and paving the way for the next generation of women in live events and technology. Don't miss out on the real talk about the ups and downs in the AV trenches, and be inspired to lead with courage and clarity.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome03:12 Breaking Myths in AV Industry05:58 Claudine's Journey into AV12:03 Anca's Parallel Journey17:50 Challenges and Resilience in AV22:05 Navigating Male-Dominated Spaces34:01 Handling Conflicts and Personalities37:41 Making AV Industry Inclusive39:56 Mentorship and Its Impact41:16 A Tribute to My Best Friend and Mentor42:10 Transitioning to Freelance43:59 Challenges and Rewards of Freelancing46:21 Navigating the AV Industry as a Woman50:04 Overcoming Technical Challenges01:05:41 Advice for Aspiring AV Professionals01:11:00 Final Thoughts and Networking

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