Finding Your Way Around
If this is your first time coming to Photo Booth Expo and Mobile Entertainment Expo, this information could be helpful.
South Point Map & Videos
Click the link to go to a page that contains 1) South Point Map 2) Helpful directions 3) Video walk0ins from the front entrance.
Sell Smarter, Book Faster
AI-Driven Sales Skills for Wedding Pros
You already deliver amazing experiences. Now let’s make booking you feel just as easy and exciting. This hands-on sales masterclass is designed for DJs and Photo Booth pros or any wedding business that wants to convert more inquiries into bookings and sell the way today’s couples prefer to buy.
We’ll blend real-world sales psychology with practical AI tools to help you respond faster, personalize your messaging in seconds, reduce ghosting, and guide couples confidently to “yes” without feeling pushy or salesy. No tech experience needed. Just bring your business, your reviews, and an open mind.
What You’ll Learn:
How to use AI to personalize responses, proposals, and follow-ups instantly
The way today’s couples make decisions and why traditional sales language slows bookings
A modern messaging framework that sparks fast replies and builds trust quickly
A simple follow-up rhythm that keeps momentum and encourages easy yeses
Walk away with real scripts, repeatable processes, and AI prompts based on your business so you can work smarter… and book faster.
MEX/PBX Hall Of Fame Awards
The PBX and MEX Hall Of Fame awards are:
“A DEDICATED FORUM TO RECOGNIZE THE EXCEPTIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND LASTING LEGACIES OF INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE MADE AN INDELIBLE IMPACT ON OUR COMMUNITIES AND INDUSTRIES”
The PBX and MEX Hall Of Fame awards will be presented on Monday in the main ballroom (2nd floor PBX Seminar Room). There will be 6 winners of each. Nominations opening soon! Plan to attend and show your support for those who have contributed the most to the Photo Booth and DJ Professions!
Choose the Right Sales BPM – Best Presentation Mindset
You’re getting inquiries, but not as many bookings as you want. Is it your website? Your pricing? Your responses? In this session, you’ll learn how to shift into the Best Presentation Mindset so you can guide couples with clarity, reduce friction and turn more conversations into confirmed events.
• How to spot buying signals and keep the momentum • Simple changes that turn inquiries into actual appointments • What to say to reduce confusion, hesitation and ghosting • The most common DJ and Photo Booth sales mistakes and how to fix them
Mastering the Consultation Process for Sales Success
Looking to build trust and rapport with couples that ultimately leads to more bookings? This session will do just that by helping you create a more effective sales consultation. In the Ballroom
We’ll walk through the key steps—from preparation and agenda setting to needs analysis and handling objections—to help you master your sales process.
You’ll walk away with:
A consultative talk track that is unique to your business
The key steps to organizing your sales consultations
The importance of having confidence in your process
Work Less, Profit More: How to Scale Your DJ or Photo Booth Business Without Sacrificing Your Life
Tired of long hours, overwhelm, and burnout? At this PBX/MEX Key Pass session, Ben Herman reveals how you can scale profits, build freedom, and reclaim your weekends. Earning more, while working less. In the Ball room
KEY BENEFITS/TAKEAWAYS
1. Break the Vicious Cycle of Burnout: Discover why adding more gigs isn’t the answer, and how to structure your business to scale without grinding harder.
2. Systems that Sell & Serve: Learn how top operators are booking premium clients and delivering unforgettable experiences with less personal effort.
3. Freedom Through Leadership: Walk away with the mindset and framework to build a team that grows the business, so you can finally focus on your life and family, not just your work.
Exactly What to Say: The Science of Using the Right Words to Create Unforgettable Events
Every event professional knows the power of a well-timed phrase. The right words can secure a booking, calm a stressed client, redirect a crowd, or turn a chaotic moment into a confident one. In the Ballroom
In this high-impact session, Certified Speaking Professional and industry veteran Rob Ferre shares the conversational tools used by top planners, DJs, and entertainment pros to influence outcomes and elevate experiences. You’ll learn proven “magic words,” practical scripts, and simple frameworks that immediately improve communication—on calls, in client meetings, and in the heat of live events. Walk away with language that creates clarity, builds trust, and transforms disengaged guests into active participants. Your words are your superpower—this session shows you how to use them intentionally and effectively.
Key Benefits / Takeaways:
Win More Business – Use conversational “magic words” to book clients and close deals.
Guide Guests Effortlessly – Keep events on track with clear, engaging language.
Defuse Tricky Situations – Handle client changes, guest issues, and last-minute pivots with ease and confidence.
The Real B’s of Boothing: Booked – Branded – Built to scale
The booth industry has never been more competitive and “busy” no longer means profitable.
In this high-impact, no-fluff session, globally recognised marketing strategist and business coach Ursula McKinley pulls back the curtain on what truly separates struggling, inconsistent booth businesses from scalable, highly profitable brands.
This session will challenge outdated thinking, expose the hidden growth blockers most owners never see, and introduce The Real B’s of Boothing - the three non-negotiables every successful booth business must master:
✅ Booked – How to create consistent, high-quality leads without burnout
✅ Branded – How to position yourself for premium clients and corporate work
✅ Built to Scale – How to grow beyond “solo hustle” into a real business with systems
Whether you are a full-time booth company, a DJ adding photo booths to your offering, or a business owner stuck at the same revenue level year after year, this talk will give you practical, proven direction and the confidence to grow with intention, not guesswork.
Expect real strategies, real examples, and real clarity - plus exclusive access to tools and resources designed to help you take immediate action after the show.
Pro DJ.MC Seniors Tour 2026 MEX Reunion
The annual reunion of the member of the DJ/MC Seniors Tour.
Note: Time & Location May Change. Once again the members of the Seniors Tour will be getting together to socialize at the South Point Casino in Alley Cat Lounge (2nd floor, take the escalator across from the gift shop) near the Brunswick Room and snack bar.
Monday Night Party
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Breakfast With The Game Master
Join Scott Faver for "Breakfast With The Game Master" (Bring Your Own B'fast) and get your day off to a great start with Fun and Games! This will be the 11th PBX event where Scott has been the MC/AV for the PBX seminar room and it's a joy to welcome him back for 2026! Ballroom
The perfect way to start your day with a smile!
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THE DNA of the PTA: HOW TO BECOME THE GO-TO DJ FOR SCHOOL EVENTS
The DNA of the PTA focuses on successfully marketing to schools from Elem to College and easily capturing their event booking early and often. You will leave this presentation with low / no cost marketing tips to get started right away.
Over the last 20 years, Nick Covino’s DJ Extreme has worked with hundreds of Elementary, Middle, and High Schools to contract a variety of programs and services year after year that stand apart from typical wedding or corporate events.
What is the DNA that gives birth to school events year after year? The annual Event Calendar created by school leadership, the local PTA, and the students. In this presentation, you will learn to
—Build relationships with the PTA and School leaders who are instrumental in event planning and production
—The key differences between dealing with the PTA and dealing with school administrators
—Get direct access to the school event calendar before it’s published
—Create a menu of services that is in sync with most common school event calendars
—Make booking simple and easy, by learning and anticipating the approval steps that each school requires
—What a typical school “walkthrough” involves
—Vary your “run-of-show” from school to school and from year to year, to avoid stale predictability
—Offer non-DJ events that schools love
You’ll leave with the DNA for years of school event success!
Mic Drop Mastery: A Guide to Crowd Control & Connection
Don’t just play the hits—run the show. Discover the pro emcee techniques top DJs use to build instant connection, control the room’s energy, and turn every announcement into a moment that elevates your brand, your performance, and your bookings.
Key Benefits / Takeaways:
Sound Like a Pro – Master tone, pacing, phrasing, and presence so you sound polished, confident, and in control on the mic.
Read & Lead the Room – Crowd engagement strategies that help you shape energy, steer momentum, and create seamless transitions—from grand entrances to dance-floor hype moments.
Boost Bookings – Learn how strong mic work becomes your best marketing tool, leading to referrals, rave reviews, and clients who see you as the MVP of their event.
Winning the Room – Simple Games for Maximum Impact!
Jake will showcase several fast, fun games that require no props—or just one simple prop—that instantly get the audience involved.
Darryl "Jake" Jacobsen
He will also break down how to use these games effectively to elevate engagement and create unforgettable moments.
This seminar is perfect for DJs who want high-impact games without the hassle of bulky props—and need ideas that are easy to run and deliver great results.
DEEP DIVE: Unbreakable Rules for Small Business Success
Award-winning DJ and author Rob Peters takes the rules he has used to build his entertainment company and does a deep dive into how to strategize, implement and stick to them. This seminar will also include a discussion as to how important these rules are toward success and also include several other rules that are common sense and easier to implement.
KEY BENEFITS/TAKEAWAYS
Elevate Customer Experience: Discussion will include techniques on understanding a customer’s expectations and how to exceed them, as well as the importance this plays into a successful event.
Enhance Resilience: Develop the mindset and tools to effectively navigate and overcome business challenges. Also, this seminar will also discuss individuality of your entertainment company, identifying what sets specific companies apart, and the importance of industry growth through collaboration and unity.
Actionable Growth Strategies: Walk away with concrete, implementable strategies to apply these principles directly to your organization for immediate impact and sustainable growth.
UNDERSTANDING LATINO EVENTS & MUSIC
This presentation will open your mind in a new way of understanding Latino events and music. Fernando G will be sharing traditions and customs from various Latino countries that help you target Latino clients with more confidence than ever. He will dive into the various genres of music from various Latino regions that will take your game to new heights.
KEY BENEFITS/TAKEAWAYS
1- You will have a better understanding of traditions and customs that will make it easier for you to approach Latino clients
2- You will be exposed to many other genres of music that some may have not known existed
3- You will walk away with more confidence to approach Latino clients and close more business
Last Dance: The best way to finish an event . . . and also a career
There's a common saying that you never get a second chance to make a first impression. The same
can be said about last impressions. And when it comes to your parties, the final ten minutes can be
the most important part of the night.
In this seminar Mike will tell the stories behind some of the "Classic Closers" we all use. He'll also offer some suggestions for songs you may have never thought of that make the perfect finale. Plus, since sticking the landing at your events is just as important as finishing out your career on a high note, Mike will offer some advice on how to do that as well.
KEY BENEFITS/TAKEAWAYS
• the last few minutes of your events can lead to more referrals
• Learning the background of songs we use is essential
• Avoiding burnout so you can stay in the game as long as you want
• Working with staff to extend your career
• Knowing when to hang it up
Monetizing and Mastering Cinematic Robots in Your Offerings
With more than 15 years of experience in marketing and live events, McLain has overseen more than 40,000 productions.
His expertise and vision have positioned Glambot® as the first cinematic robot built specifically for live events and the photo-booth industry, bridging cutting-edge technology with user-friendly execution for creators, brands, and production teams worldwide. - In the Ballroom
THE LATIN MUSIC GEOGRAPHY
DJ Cesar Cosio takes you on a journey through the history and origins that move today the latin americans at Dancefloors Worldwide !! - Showroom
KEY BENEFITS/TAKEAWAYS
At the end of presentation attendance will have a complete knowledge and playlist to use it for the Latin Parties
Show Floor Open 5PM-9PM
Trade Show Floor Hours:
• Tuesday February 17th - 5PM to 9PM
• Wednesday February 18th - 11AM to 5PM
• Thursday February 19th 10AM to 2PM
The PBX/MEX Showfloor is a hub of innovations, fantastic deals, knowledge, and ideas for your Photo Booth, DJ, or Mobile Event business, all within a vibrant carnival atmosphere. The doors open at 5PM, but the line starts forming much earlier, with excitement building as Show Producer Rob Savickis counts down the minutes until the doors swing open and the 2025 show floor is unveiled.carnival atmosphere. The doors open 5PM but the line starts forming much earlier and the excitement builds as Show Producer Rob Savickis counts down the minutes until the doors swing open and the 2025 show floor is revealed.
Tuesday Night Networking Event / Party!
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The ABCs of AI: Secrets for Automation, Brand Building & Creativity
Unlock the ABCs of AI and turn your DJ or creative business into a brand that books itself. Automate, elevate, and create like the main character you are.
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3 Key benefits / take-aways that will have the audience talking about your presentation.
I have 6 takeaways
1. Automations That Save You Hours
2. How to Build a Brand People Actually Remember
3. Creativity Tools That Make Your Content Impossible to Ignore
4. How to Look Like a Whole Branding Team… Without Having One
5. The Secret to Standing Out in a Saturated Market
6. Immediate, Implementable Results Attendees Can Use the Same Day
Gig Tally
GigTally is the first tool of its kind that will help you manage all your jobs with the same level of precision as a corporation without paying for a team of people. Your very own gig assistant.
More information coming shortly - Visit GigTally.com
Become Your Vendors’ Favorite DJ
“Become Your Vendors’ Favorite DJ” is a game-changing seminar designed to transform the way DJs collaborate with the other professionals who make events happen. - Showroom
From planners and photographers to caterers and venue staff, every vendor brings their own workflow, priorities, and pet peeves and the DJs who understand this are the DJs who rise to the top. In this session, Jack breaks down the small habits, intentional actions, and forward-thinking
strategies that instantly make you easier to work with. You’ll learn how to anticipate challenges before they happen, streamline communication, reduce friction during setup and timelines, and create seamless solutions that elevate everyone’s experience not just your own.
Whether you’re tired of difficult vendor relationships or you want to position yourself as the goto, most-referred DJ in your market, this seminar will show you how to shift your mindset from
“just the entertainment” to a true vendor-partner that other professionals love recommending. Walk away with practical tips you can use at your very next event and the blueprint to becoming the DJ that every vendor wishes they could work with."
Takeaways:
1. Understanding what other vendors need from DJ’s to help make their job a success.
2. Learn real techniques and solutions to overcome vendor conflicts that make us shine as DJ’s.
3. Benefiting from these strategies to earn referrals from the vendors that we work with.
Trade Show Floor Open 11AM to 5PM
Trade Show Floor Hours:
• Tuesday February 17th - 5PM to 9PM
• Wednesday February 18th - 11AM to 5PM
• Thursday February 19th 10AM to 2PM
The PBX/MEX Showfloor is a hub of innovations, fantastic deals, knowledge, and ideas for your Photo Booth, DJ, or Mobile Event business, all within a vibrant carnival atmosphere.
Games People Play
Before the term "interactive DJ" even existed, John Rozz was out on the floor getting the crowd to be the center of the entertainment.
John Rozz's knowledge on how to excite a crowd is unsurpassed. He's learned from some of the best and over the years perfected a style that has brought him a continuous stream of bookings from major corporate clients. In this seminar, he's share some of his secrets on how to control a crowd, and get people wanting to be involved. He'll share some of the games he's perfected and give everyone a chance to join him on the floor for some of his trademark games.
Roundtable With Art and Dave from The Photo Booth Magazine
Art and Dave will have an interactive session with the
attendees discussing various topics such as:
• Being more than just a photo booth operator but being
part of the entertainment
• Filling your schedule by building a referral base. We will
include our strategies and welcome others to share theirs
• Day to day and event efficiencies to run a smoother
operation at your events
• Showing not only why a website is important but how to
use your website to grow your business. We will use real
examples to show some success stories
• Have an open QA session where attendees can ask for
advice on their own specific scenarios and questions as
well as chime in with their valuable tips.
KEY BENEFITS/TAKEAWAYS
Benefit 1. This will be an interactive and intimate working session where the attendees and
presenters benefit from one-on-one interaction in a think tank style atmosphere.
Benefit 2. The attendees will have direct access with two industry veterans that can provide their
two decades of combined experience insights
Benefit 3. The attendees will have actionable takeaways that can impact their business
immediately.
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Ben Stowe of NLFXpro
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Your Roadmap To Financial Freedom
Once buried in debt and now debt-free, Jamie is passionate about helping
others take control of their money. After paying off over $100,000 in just 25
months, Jamie now shares practical, no-nonsense strategies to master
business finances, build wealth, and set the stage for retirement with a net
worth of well over $1 million.
From a gyrocopter crash that wiped him out physically and financially, to racking up over $100,000 of debt, to finally digging out using simple (not easy) principles that changed everything, Jamie brings a raw, funny, no-BS look at how ordinary people can take back control of their financial lives.
This session isn’t about spreadsheets or shame. It’s about real talk, real mistakes, and real results. Jamie will walk you through the same practical steps that helped him and hundreds of others crush debt, ditch money stress, build stability, and get on track for a seven-figure retirement.
If you want a clear, entertaining, wake-you-up roadmap to financial freedom that actually works, you’ll fit right in. Bring your curiosity, leave your excuses, and get ready to learn how simple financial habits can change your life, your business, and your family tree.
Darkroom Start To Finish (Master Class Room)
The class will be taught by Wally Carnes, Director of Operations at Darkroom Software.
We will explore all the exciting new features and enhancements that have been added to Darkroom Booth in the last year. We will dive into practical tips and tricks to help you get the most out of this powerful photo booth software. Whether you're a seasoned user or new to Darkroom Booth, there’s something for everyone in this class.
In the Masterclass Room
LatinX Photo Booth Community
Join the LatinX Photo Booth Community for an engaging afternoon of learning, connection, and celebration.
Únete a la Comunidad LatinX de Photo Booth para una tarde de aprendizaje, conexión y celebración.
Founded by Cynthia Gamboa, Owner of CamMi Photo Booth, LLC, this special session will feature an hour-long Q&A panel with talented LatinX photoboothers, event professionals, and DJs.
Our LatinX session begins at 2:00 PM, followed by the panel from 2:30–3:30 PM, with plenty of time for networking before and after. This event is free and open to everyone.
Community-sponsored giveaways will be announced as we get closer to the date.
Fundado por Cynthia Gamboa, Propietaria de CamMi Photo Booth, LLC, este evento especial contará con un panel de preguntas y respuestas de una hora con talentosos photoboothers, profesionales de eventos y DJs LatinX.
Nuestra sesión LatinX comenzará a las 2:00 PM, seguida del panel de 2:30 a 3:30 PM, con tiempo suficiente para hacer networking antes y después. Este evento es gratuito y abierto para todos.
Los obsequios patrocinados por la comunidad se anunciarán conforme se acerque la fecha.
Howard Wallach
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The Closer - Big Daddy
Big Daddy has planned an EPIC experience that will lock MEX2026 in memory.
This is the 3rd year that Sean "Big Daddy" McKee has done the wrap up presentation, and each year he has left the attendees with way more to think about and take home than they ever expected. Along with stressing the importance of applying what you have learned, Sean will share some personal notes including his own health journey — and as always, end with a hug and LOUD SMILE!
Darkroom Software
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11th Annual PBX-MEX-NAMEPROS Poker Tournament
11th Annual 2026 PBX/MEX/NAMEpros Texas Holdem’ Poker Tournament
to register for the 11th Annual 2026 PBX/MEX/NAMEpros Texas Holdem’ Poker Tournament, to be held on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 7pm, in the Granview room (next to the main poker room at South Point Casino) go to PBXPoker.com
All Star Party
Closing Party is always the biggest Party of the MEX/PBX Show Wednesday Night!
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Show Floor Open 10AM to 2PM
Trade Show Floor Hours:
• Tuesday February 17th - 5PM to 9PM
• Wednesday February 18th - 11AM to 5PM
• Thursday February 19th 10AM to 2PM
The PBX/MEX Showfloor is a hub of innovations, fantastic deals, knowledge, and ideas for your Photo Booth, DJ, or Mobile Event business, all within a vibrant carnival atmosphere. Don't miss the final 4 hours when the deals are the greatest!
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