That Post-Conference Glow...

Ready to get to work after the most exciting Tech Conference!

Jun 22, 2023

Elissa Payne

Territory Manager, TouchView Interactive

Liked by Lisa Matthews, CTS - AVIXA

If you're like me, you are still glowing from the inspiration from Dr. Tarika Barrett, Ph.D. Keynote speech at the #avixa Women’s Council Breakfast at #infocomm23 🚀 Like me, you feel motivated that making an impact in your community isn't a pipe dream, but a tangible possibility. If you missed Dr. Barrett's incredible talk, I implore you to find her on YouTube, follow her on LinkedIn... whatever your groove may be, because I guarantee you, she's there walking the talk. The best we can do for ourselves, our clients, our communities -- even our families, is to implement action. I know too well that there is a jet-lag effect after such a mind-blowing event like InfoComm. So be very intentional about your next steps. Be methodical. Brainstorm with others.

Ask yourself: What are three key pieces of knowledge or experience became "aha!" moments for me? Don't let those be fleeting.

For me? My three are:

1) Be intentional by planting kernels that #girlsintech possibilities can be just as common as any other career for my daughter 💎
2) Be keen to hear other application ideas for your products (I am blown away by the creativity and use-cases folks have for our panels)
3) Talk less, listen more. Golly, the things I learned by just listening to brilliant collaboration are priceless

Would love to hear from you, too!

🦸🏻‍♀️💪 #womenintech #avtweeps #girlswhocode #womeninstem #edtech

Elissa Payne

Territory Manager, TouchView Interactive

What 3 accessories does the "Elissa Action Figure" come with?
-A 5-shot Latte - usually from a local spot or a seasonal Starbs
-Mobile phone - love having information & connection at my finger tips
-Funky Earrings - nothing wrong with making a bold, fun statement

With over 15 years in various Sales-centric roles, I always aim to empower my clients to make purchasing decisions that best suit their unique needs. I do this by creating an environment built on educating, trust, and respect... and a bit of humor, too!

I launched my career in Special Event Management & Hospitality, which included Corporate A/V consulting and planning. After a decade-long career of executing 547 special events - and two babies later, I pivoted to Hotels & Hospitality, where I served as the Director of Sales & Marketing over multiple mid-size properties. Just before the pandemic, I made another unique shift into K12 print book sales, working primarily with school and public libraries curating their Children's/YA collections. Most recently, I made a bold career move entering the Tech world, and have never felt more motivated by what I do! The excitement, the energy, the brilliance - all unmatched!

On the days in between, you can find me hiking/exploring with my two kiddos (and cocker spaniel, Duke), working on home projects, learning Italian on Duolingo, indulging in history, or concocting a new dish.

Let's connect!