The flex awards 2027: Year Two
Built for the people behind the show.
Year two. Six awards. Your industry MVPS.
ABOUT THE AWARDS
The People Who Make It Happen.
Behind every great show are the people who keep everything moving…organizing the gear, closing the deals, solving logistical puzzles, building the schedule, and handling the countless details that make live events possible.
Now in its second year, the Flex Awards are back to celebrate even more of the people who make this industry work. Alongside our Warehouse Wizards, Sales Superheroes, Operations Overlords, and Scheduling Stars, we're introducing two new categories. Every role matters, every contribution counts, and the people who make it happen deserve their moment.
Award Categories
These awards highlight genuine excellence. The best of the best in the live events industry.
CAT. 01
Warehouse Wizard Of The Year
For mastery of the prep / return process.
CAT. 02
Sales Superhero Of The Year
The pro who turns conversations into quotes into done deals.
CAT. 03
Operations Overlord Of The Year
The person who keeps chaos at bay and shows running smoothly.
CAT. 04
Scheduling Star Of The Year
Someone who always has the team's back, no matter what.
CAT. 05
NEW
Unsung Hero Of The Year
For the person whose impact is felt across the warehouse and the business, but whose work doesn't always get the recognition it deserves. (Drivers, facilities staff, warehouse support, and office managers.)
CAT. 06
NEW
Rookie Of The Year
For someone new to the industry who's already making an impression through their skill, work ethic, attitude, or willingness to learn.
4
Repeated Categories
2
New Categories
16
Finalist in year one
4
Winners announced
HOW THE FLEX AWARDS WORK
Step 01
Nominate
September 8 – November 3
Submit your nominations via social media or by using the link below.
Step 02
Vote
December 1 – January 26
Vote for the finalists right here on our website.
Step 03
Celebrate
February 9, 2027
Winners announced following the Parnelli Awards.
The 2026 Winners
Four winners. Sixteen finalists. One industry that finally got to see the people who hold it together.
Sales Superhero
Ashley Portier
Sound Ideas Production Group
VP & Account Executive
Operations Overlord
Sean Anderson
AVmedia
Director of Asset Management
Warehouse Wizard
Chris Bauman
Felix Lighting
Special Ops
Scheduling Star
Jesse Andler
Allied Productions and Sales
People Operations Coordinator
The 2026 Finalists
Sales Superhero
Ashley Portier - Winner
Sound Ideas Production Group
Amelia Bray
Synergetic
Nick Ledesma
Audio Visual Productions, Inc.
Nicole Schroeder
Wired Production Group
Operations Overlord
Sean Anderson - Winner
AVmedia
Joshua Nelson
Citation Support
Andi Barrett
Gateway Studios & Production Services
Jack Gomm
Perception Live
Warehouse Wizard
Chris Bauman - Winner
Felix Lighting
Aaron Gopen
Technotrix
Andrew Steelman
Special Event Services
Dan Phillips
3G Productions
Scheduling Star
Jesse Andler - Winner
Allied Productions and Sales
Tyree Carter
Showboss AV
Ryan Harbin
Sound Ideas Production Group
Varian Mattingly
3REP
Nominations Are Open!
You Know Who Makes A Difference. Now's your chance to make sure they get recognized.
