ANNUAL WORKSHOP
ECCHO LIVE WORKSHOP 2025
This year marks an exciting evolution as the Touring Career Workshop steps into its new identity: the ECCHO Live Workshop. At its core, ECCHO Live centers on what makes our industry thrive—connection, collaboration, and access to the right tools.
Our 2025 theme, Navigate, invites you to see ECCHO Live as your personal ‘workbox’ for building a stronger, more sustainable career. Throughout the day, you’ll have the opportunity to explore insurance options, learn how to set up your business, join panels with touring and festival specialists, and hear directly from financial advisors. Every session is designed to give you practical, actionable tools—from managing health and finances to expanding your professional network.
Attendees leave not just informed, but confident, capable, and connected—ready to create ripple effects that strengthen the live event community as a whole. Check out the full schedule, dive into the sessions, and reserve your free ticket to join us
This workshop would not be possible without the generous support of our annual sponsors—thank you for investing in the future of live events.
ECCHO Live WORKSHOP 2025
Career Essentials Lab 1: Active Shooter Training with Defend Systems
Career Essentials Lab 2: Professional Headshots
Career Essentials Lab 3: Starting Your Career
Career Essentials Lab 4: Resume Consultation
Breakout Sessions Round 1
Crew to Command: Leadership Pathways in Entertainment
Ask the Money Panel: Answers for Life on the Road
Breakout Sessions Round 2
Navigating Life On and Off the Road: Tools For Self-Care Success
From Experience to Opportunity: Growing your career in live events personally & professionally
Freelance Like a Pro: How to Be a Contractor
Breakout Sessions Round 3
The Independent Contractor: Forging your own path in the event field
The Power of Mentorship: Shaping Careers and Inspiring the Future of Live Events
After Party
SAM OLD SKOOL AWARD
Sam "Old Skool" Harden was a lighting designer and technician at Bandit Lites that continually went above and beyond in helping guide those that were transitioning into their careers on the road. He was a hard worker, always had a smile on his face and a huge heart. Sadly, Sam passed away after a lengthy illness in the Fall of 2013. Although he is not present with us anymore his legacy will remain.
Each year at our annual workshop, ECCHO Live awards an industry leader who dedicates their time and energy to mentor and teach those just beginning their careers.
2025
Robin Majors, assistant tour manager for Kenny Chesney, began his career in the 1970s with the Marshall Tucker Band and continues to exemplify mentorship and excellence on the road.
Past Recipients
Mission
At ECCHO Live, we understand that the live event industry is more than a career—it’s a lifestyle fueled by passion, creativity, and resilience. From the front lines to behind the scenes, the people who bring unforgettable experiences to life deserve a resource they can count on for support, connection, and growth.
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