09 July 2011
Bob Schacherl
Vice President of Worldwide Sales & Marketing
Philips Vari-Lite
It is a privilege to have Bob Schacherl attending Mediatech this year that is not even two weeks away!
Nick asked: “How did you get into the industry?”
After graduating from the University of Texas with a Radio/Television/Film degree, I went to work for Blackstone Audio-Visual which was the company High End Systems emerged from.
Nick also asked: “What is the most awkward situation you’ve been in – work related that is?”
Working with faulty A/V equipment that continually revealed the winners of an international music awards show prior to them being announced by the host.
Derek asked: “What is the most adventurous thing you’ve ever done?”
It’s a tossup between diving The Great Barrier Reef and scaling the Pyramids and Machu Picchu.
Dave asked: “Do you have any interests / hobbies outside the industry?”
Music, sports, yoga and wine.
Cherine asked: “What is your most impressive international event / project?”
Being involved with and attending the 2000 Olympics in Sydney.
Sherryn asked: “Could you name one of your little pleasures in life?”
Regular massages.
