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

https://www.hope4education.com/

1. Senior Advisor, ReadM, an app for ELLs to learn to read and speak English, June 2022, onwards; 
2. Curriculum Writer, Workshop Designer & Presenter,  Bergen County Technical Academy, Adult ESL Program, July 2022-present;
3. Professional Development Creator and Facilitator, Sullivan County BOCES, Sept. 2022.-present; Cresskill ESL/World Languages Dept., Oct. 2022; Toms River Public Schools, June 2022;
4. NJPSA, New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association  (a)  NJPSA Staffing & Certification Issues Committee, (b) Individual School District Projects, 2022-present;
5. Co-founder, The Teacher Circle, a LinkedIn group to support existing educators and those choosing to enter the field of education; moderator, social event developer; weekly content author;
6. Educators Council, Hadassah's first such council; inaugural member; January 2023-present

Overview: Provide teachers, administrators and members of the educational community with professional development;
Topics include arts and literacy integration, English as a Second Language, curriculum development, Character Education, commemorations of September 11th and interdisciplinary programs

Educational Consultant

ReadM

Dr. Hope Blecher's professional career as an educator spans 39 years. Currently, she serves as an educational consultant as is the founder of Hope4Education.com. Previously, Dr. Blecher has served in capacities from being the first Middle School Curriculum Coordinator and Humanities teacher for a private school in NJ, to serving in public schools as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction, and the Supervisor of English Literacy, Social Studies and Media Services. Dr. Blecher holds multiple standard NJDOE issued certifications as an adjunct professor, a teacher of high school students with special needs, English Language Learners K-adult, and those in the elementary age level classrooms. Along with friends and colleagues, Hope co-authored educational books and articles. She earned a BA in Sociology, an MA in Early Childhood Education, and an Ed.D. in Teacher Leadership.

Senior Advisor

BIZCATALYST 360°

Writing about learning, teaching and breathing fun and life into activities.
Sharing ways to engage with parents, educators and community members.
Hopeful that what I write about will inspire teachers, parents, care providers, grandparents and community members near and far to enjoy reading, writing, listening, speaking and viewing.
~ https://www.bizcatalyst360.com/the-discovery-walk/

Featured Contributor

Bergen County Vocational-Technical Schools Education Association

Implement career readiness practices for students ages 25-70.
Provide excellent ESL instruction for post high school adult learners.
Collaborate with peers to support student's accomplishments.
Promote direct engagement of students with their learning pathway.

Educational Specialist, ESL

SUNY Sullivan

First to hold this position.
Designing, delivering and implementing procedures, protocols and support services for adult English Language Learners at SUNY Sullivan County Community College.

English Language Learner Specialist

hope4education/Bergen County Special Services School District

Provide high quality English as a Second Language, (ESL) services to over 45 students per week at the non-public schools served by Bergen County Special Services, 192-193 department.
Utilize strong conceptual and strategic thinking skills across various delivery platforms such as ZOOM, in person, 1:1 or small group settings. 
Develop and implement weekly lesson plans, differentiate instruction and write bi-annual progress notes.
Demonstrate depth of experience conceiving and exploring a range of topics to fulfill SGOs, PDPs and authentic relationships with learning partners.

Educational Services Provider, ELLs, K-8

Yeshivat He'Atid

Instilled high performance levels in members of the school community.
Created and disseminated Project Based Learning.
Facilitated curriculum and instruction.
Supported staff professional development.
Increased parent engagement.
Promoted high quality affordable Jewish education.
Collaborated with learning partners.
Represented the staff and students at various junctures of professional development both on location and off site.
Oversaw the budget and made recommendations to secure program support.

Middle School Administrator, Curriculum Coordinator

Design2Train, KDS, NaMaYa

Reading submissions
Using texts to create online courses
Transitioning books to online content

Content Developer, online curriculum

Secaucus Public Schools

Facilitating professional development for staff
Budget allocations
Teacher observations and evaluations
Interdepartmental programs
Curriculum implementations
Interactions with vendors
Presentations 
Grant writing

Writing articles and book reviews

Director of Curriculum and Instruction

North Plainfield Public Schools 

Facilitating professional development for staff
Budget allocations
New teacher induction programming
Teacher observations and evaluations
Interdepartmental programs
Curriculum writing 
Curriculum implementations
Interactions with vendors
Presentations to BOE
Presentations to NJPSA and NJTESOL
Grant writing
Commemorations of 9/11, September 11th and other historic events
Writing articles and book reviews

District Supervisor Pre-K-12

-Dr. Hope Blecher is an international professional learning and development provider and an education specialist with kindergarten through college levels of experiences. Hope is a contributing and featured author of poetry, prose and non-fiction. Her work appeared in a best seller with more to come for 2025!

-Expertise in:
*Engaging adult ESLs/ELLs;
*Integrating cross-curricular literacy;
*Creating lessons that bring learning to life;
*Planning parent outreach and parent academies;
*Integrating community service into school projects and programs;
*Developing lessons and pathways to connect students, educators and community members;

Examples:
-Data driven results: 90% of the ELLs/ENLs increase improve at least one level and 80% successfully complete the program; 100% of the first graduating class entered one of their top three high schools of choice; 80% of the graduate students complete the program and obtain jobs in the field.

-Department's products were integral to districts passing New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC). 

-Successful at reaching audiences through local, state and national conferences on a range of topics including English Language Learners, teacher retention programs, standardized assessments, September 11th, the Holocaust, and online curriculum development. 

-Published author of numerous books, journal articles, e-books and newspaper columns in addition to radio and television interviews.

Let's connect. You can reach me at hope@hope4education.com
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