Todd Elliott : Navigating the Tech Ministry

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Todd Elliott, founder of FILO (First In Last Out), joins us to share how he went from a high school production enthusiast to leading tech teams at Kensington Community Church and Willow Creek. We explore the essential role of trust, excellence, and the art of technical production in church settings—plus the lessons learned from failure and what it takes to build strong team dynamics. Todd also opens up about balancing volunteer and paid roles, ensuring spiritual health for tech teams, and making smart investments in church tech. He also gives us a preview of upcoming Philo events, explaining why community and continuous learning are so important for technical artists.Follow FILO Youtube00:00 Building Trust and Overcoming Challenges01:56 Journey into Production: From High School to Kensington05:33 Experiences at Willow Creek and Beyond08:26 The Importance of Technical Excellence28:29 Balancing Service and Personal Well-being38:13 Addressing Problems with Solutions38:30 Tech Challenges in Church Services40:30 The Role of Volunteers in Church Tech44:39 Balancing Volunteer and Staff Roles50:26 Budgeting for Church Tech Needs56:39 The Importance of Backup Plans01:01:22 The Value of Philo Conference01:06:26 Philo Conference Highlights and Future Plans01:15:15 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information

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