Prestige AV & Creative Services

Prestige AV & Creative Services is a Cincinnati-based audio-visual rental, production, and creative service provider, producing experiences for live, virtual and hybrid events, corporate meetings, private parties, receptions, and fundraising events. 

I have been with Prestige in a sales management leadership role since 2013, when I was the sales manager. After four years, I was promoted to Director of Business Development in 2017 and then promoted to my current role less than a year later in 2018. In each role, I led a team of passionate sales and marketing professionals, ensuring they 

‣ Listen to the customer
‣ Put the customers’ needs first
‣ Create amazing customer experiences 

During this time, I:

‣ Successfully secured two major convention center contracts in new markets, valued at $10M.
‣ Efficiently led teams, raising contract renewals with venues from 50% to 90% in two years.
‣ Boosted revenue by $1M annually through the development of new markets.
‣ Improved company performance by launching a national marketing campaign.

Everything was great, but then COVID-19 happened. 

Business went from strong to scarce in a matter of weeks. As a result, layoffs occurred, and we were forced to change the way we looked at the event industry. 

Not knowing if things would ever go back to how it was, we reimagined what Prestige could become with a focus on virtual events, and planning for the eventual return of virtual and live events. 

It was a rough couple of quarters, but we came out on the other side. 

I am proud of my role as a guide in this evolution – a guide both for my company and for our clients. 

I helped Prestige find footing by reimagining the industry and how to approach it through amazing virtual and, eventually, hybrid events. With focus and determination, I was able to help Prestige regain its:

‣ Team members
‣ Customer Base
‣ Focus

Today, we are now stronger and more resilient than ever.

Let's connect >>  bmonahan at PrestigeAV dot com

Vice President of Sales and Business Development ► Event Producer  ► Live, Hybrid & Virtual Events

Director Of Business Development

I specialize in connecting meeting and event planners with the latest in AV technology to create memorable experiences.

I work with mid- to large-size associations, corporations and organizations to host first-class meetings, events, trade shows, conferences and conventions. 

And, with Prestige AV & Creative Services, meeting and event planners have a one-stop resource. We have a large inventory of the finest equipment. But what sets us apart is that we partner with our clients to determine what you really need to make your meeting or event successful.

To make it easy for you, Prestige does it all, including:

• AV planning and production
• Creative direction
• Project management
• In-house design, video and post-production
• Writing services
• Cost-effective budgeting

National Sales Manager

BRIAN MONAHAN

Owner & Founder ► Motivator & Inspirer ► Writer ► Speaker ► Connector

Are you living the life you dreamt about when you were younger, the life you want to live, the life of your dreams? 

If yes, congratulations, and keep at it! And if not, read on.

First, know you are not alone. Too many people feel stuck where they are and aren’t sure of the steps to take to get to a place they want to be. And that’s where I can help.

I’ve always had a passion for living an authentic life and helping others do the same. 

My 20+ years in the events industry have provided the opportunity to watch and absorb the words and perspectives of the thousands of speakers I helped support. 

Those presentations shaped my thinking, my actions, and my motivation. Each helped me realize that I don’t have time to live small, and that I have a drive to do more. I found the courage to act and unleash my passion, and now, I want to help others do the same. 

Through keynote speeches, articles and books, team training, and one-on-one sessions, I am building a foundation to help you live bigger. 

While your approach may look different than someone else’s, that’s OK because there is no one size fits all solution. One thing that rings true across the board, however, is that it’s not easy and can be scary. But the result is worth it. 

If you are ready to act, let’s talk. 

Let’s also talk if: 

‣ You are in the events industry and looking to do more with your life
‣ You are in any industry and want to take charge of your life
‣ You are looking for a keynote speaker on leadership 
 
Please feel free to reach out to me or email me at 
Brian at BrianMonahan dot me

Personal / Small Business Coach

ITA AudioVisual

Responsibilities included leading the company’s senior directors; purchasing; capital expenditures; recruiting staff; inventory management/control; preparing the company for major software upgrade. 

Created training platform for mentoring and training ITA’s regional managers and frontline employees across 30+ locations.

Assistant General Manager

Director of Business Development/Senior Project Manager – Director of Audio Visual Sales & Operations 

Responsibilities included: operations manager; account management; new business development; execution and planning AV for meetings and events for 10-5000 attendees; creating content for events; marketing support

Director of Business Development

United States Marine Corp

-Leader of Marines
-Oversaw Audio Visual Library for Recruit Training Base
-Manager Commanding Generals Board Room
-Managed Recruit Training Cable Broadcast Library and Scheduling
-Managed Repair and Maintenance Division

Audio Visual Specialist

545/730 🎤 #Eventprof by Day 📘 Book Writing Coach by Passion 🎸 Air Guitarist

Are you following your passion? Are you taking action every day to unleash it? Most people believe passion precedes action, but I believe it’s the other way around. To find your passion, you must act first, but sometimes taking the first step is difficult. 

I help those who want to take that first step. 

Being in the event industry for the past 20 years, I’ve had amazing access to authors, speakers and world dignitaries. True, my job is to ensure their presentations go off without a hitch, but it also provides the opportunity to watch and absorb every single one of those motivation speakers I helped support. 

Those presentations helped shape my thinking, my actions and my motivation. Each has helped me realize that I don’t have time to live small, and that I have a drive to do more. Each has helped me find the courage to take action, unleash my passion and I want to help others do the same. 

This revelation is nothing new, actually. I’ve always been interested in personal and professional development and have taken small steps to support that interest. In doing so, I have found my stage as an author of a book and as a speaker at numerous conferences. 

Now, as I continue to support my corporate clients with Prestige, I also work with those who are looking to find and embrace their stage. 

Do you have a calling to write a book, become a speaker or rise to the top of your profession? If so, let’s talk. 

I help my clients own their life and their brand through whatever stage they prefer to be on. 

After all, life is too short to not do what you feel you’ve been called to do. It may be scary to take those first steps, but it’s worth it to live an amazing life and you deserve it. 

However, I understand it may be daunting to take those first steps onto your stage alone. Let me be your guide by providing you with the motivation you need to act so your passions will follow. 

Please feel free to reach out to me here or email me at  
Brian at BrianMonahan Dot Me . 

I look forward to connecting.

Brian Monahan

Heather Frady ⭐️

FRONTLINE Selling

Led the internal SDR team and external client initiatives to enhance strategic execution and outbound engagement. Directed the development of sales methodologies and training materials, significantly boosting sales team effectiveness. Collaborated extensively with executives, sales leaders, marketing, and IT departments to drive cross-functional communication and strategic alignment. Played a pivotal role in fostering client relationships and driving innovation in sales processes that consistently improved client satisfaction and operational efficiency across the business.

Director of Growth & Strategy

Implemented and optimized social selling strategies, significantly enhancing inbound lead generation and contributing to multiple closed-won opportunities, which substantially increased monthly recurring revenue. Delivered actionable insights by analyzing sales metrics, which improved forecasting accuracy and enhanced the effectiveness of sales campaigns.

Inside Sales Representative

Consistently achieved President’s Club recognition by substantially exceeding annual meeting execution targets. Led a mentorship program for new Business Development Representatives, fostering their long-term development and enhancing overall performance growth. Served as the primary leader for troubleshooting challenging campaigns, implementing innovative strategies to drive successful outcomes. Contributed significantly to the updating of the BDR playbook, refining processes, and enhancing team effectiveness across various campaigns.

Master Level 3 Sales Development Representative

We make salespeople and their organization become wildly successful by providing them the most effective way to engage their B2B buyer.

Master Level 2 Demand Creation Executive

Master Demand Creation Executive

Senior Demand Creation Executive

Making business professionals wildly successful.

Demand Creation Executive

Symtrain

Improving employee training by utilizing simulation-based scenarios that include conversational dialogue and software documentation.

Business Development Specialist

Heathersaurus Rex Designs

Specialized in creating innovative designs and concepts, utilizing a strong foundation in layout principles and aesthetic design concepts at Heathersaurus Rex Designs. Developed detailed layouts for a diverse range of visual materials including product illustrations, company logos, and websites. Collaborated closely with clients to determine layout designs, optimized through advanced graphic design software to generate new images and refine layouts for final print production. Reviewed final projects to suggest improvements and conferred with production teams to ensure precise execution of designs, consistently enhancing client satisfaction and communication.

Freelance Graphic Designer

Regions Bank

Managed aspects of vault operations, ensuring optimal cash levels and adherence to strict security protocols for daily branch activities. Responsibilities included conducting detailed verifications and balancing of cash reserves, processing high-volume cash transactions, and maintaining meticulous records to support auditing and regulatory compliance. Enhanced security measures were a focus, with participation in audits and updating of procedures to safeguard against potential theft or loss. Supported and trained team members, fostering a knowledgeable and efficient team environment. Exceptional customer service was delivered consistently, addressing issues quickly to maintain and enhance customer trust. Oversaw Gallup initiatives for the location, leading efforts to enhance workplace engagement and implement best practices that contributed to a positive and productive work environment.

Vault Teller

WNNX/99x

Organizing, preparing, coordinating, and executing promotional events for WNNX.
Maintaining the Freeloader listener program both on-site at events and in the office.
Representing WNNX in a public relations capacity at station events, including street festivals, concerts, broadcasts, and sales promotions.
Assist in managing the Freeloader database with correspondence, event preparation and execution
Basic administrative tasks, maintenance of databases, and mailings.
Assist with Listener Services including contacting winners and prize fulfillment.
Contribute Diary of a 99x Intern blog weekly and following major station events.
Work onsite sponsored events including distributing products and premiums.
Assist Webmaster in developing and producing materials for WNNX web needs.
Special projects as needed.

Promotional Intern

Strategic Sales Professional ⭐️ Problem Solver ⭐️ Growing Market Opportunities at FRONTLINE Selling

Strategic Leader with a career built around driving client engagement and market development through data-driven strategies and cross-functional collaboration. Experienced in refining ICPs, optimizing processes, and creating targeted campaigns that deliver measurable results. Proven ability to lead change management initiatives, foster high-performance teams, and streamline operations to enhance outbound efforts and drive organizational growth. Passionate about leveraging strategic vision and hands-on leadership to implement scalable solutions, align with business goals, and unlock new revenue opportunities.

- Data Analysis and Reporting: Designing and leveraging dashboards for performance tracking.
- Process Optimization & Enablement: Skilled in creating and implementing scalable workflows for onboarding, sales enablement and operational efficiency to maximize productivity.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership: Proven ability to foster alignment across departments, build strong relationships, and lead teams to seamless execution of goals.

Growth & Strategy Manager

I work closely with the client SDR teams to help their professional growth, as well as drive strategic execution for our clients. I help identify and pilot new innovative ways to engage in the outbound process.

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