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.
00:00 Building Trust and Overcoming Challenges
01:56 Journey into Production: From High School to Kensington
05:33 Experiences at Willow Creek and Beyond
08:26 The Importance of Technical Excellence
28:29 Balancing Service and Personal Well-being
38:13 Addressing Problems with Solutions
38:30 Tech Challenges in Church Services
40:30 The Role of Volunteers in Church Tech
44:39 Balancing Volunteer and Staff Roles
50:26 Budgeting for Church Tech Needs
56:39 The Importance of Backup Plans
01:01:22 The Value of Philo Conference
01:06:26 Philo Conference Highlights and Future Plans
01:15:15 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information
