Andrew Steelman is nominated for Warehouse Wizard as part of The Flex Awards. The Flex Awards recognize the professionals behind the scenes who keep warehouses organized, accurate, and ready to support complex live events. To learn more about the program and this year’s finalists, visit FlexRentalSolutions.com/Flex-Awards.
At Special Event Services, Andrew Steelman is known for bringing order to complexity and structure to fast-moving production environments. With 17 years of industry experience, Andrew has built deep operational knowledge shaped by time on the road and inside large-scale concert productions. His nomination recognizes the mastery he brings to warehouse operations and the steady leadership he provides to those around him.
Andrew approaches his work with careful planning and disciplined execution. When challenges arise, his focus is simple. Develop a solid plan and follow it through. That mindset helps him remain calm under pressure and keeps teams aligned when timelines are tight.
He is widely respected for his deep understanding of Flex and the many ways it can be used to support warehouse operations. Rather than relying on a single approach, Andrew understands multiple paths to the same outcome and applies the right solution based on the situation. His attention to detail acts as a guiding principle, helping ensure inventory accuracy, safety protocols, and reliable workflows across the operation.
Andrew is also known for sharing his knowledge. He takes the time to guide others through Flex, breaking down complex features into practical, real-world applications. His ability to translate system knowledge into usable processes has helped teams better understand their inventory, optimize stock levels, and coordinate more effectively.
What keeps Andrew engaged in the business after all these years is the constant evolution of the industry. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities, and that forward motion continues to motivate him. When asked to describe his year in ten words or less, he summed it up simply: “Challenging but productive.”
If he could remove one phrase from the live events universe forever, it would be, “Back in the day, we used to…” For Andrew, the focus is always on what works now and what will work next.
Andrew’s experience, planning discipline, and commitment to operational excellence reflect exactly what the Warehouse Wizard category represents. His work helps ensure that even the most complex productions are supported by systems and processes that teams can trust.