Webinars, Press & Events

Public Webinars & Podcasts

  • Protect Yourself - Top Ten Myths About Photo Privacy

    January 2024

    In a world where photos are easily shareable and accessible, protecting photo privacy is essential to maintaining personal security, control, and autonomy over one's digital presence. Heather Nickerson and Allison Freedman debunk the Top Ten Myths surrounding photo privacy. Being aware of the myths will help you be more aware of the risks when managing your photo privacy effectively.

  • To Cloud or Not to Cloud

    October 2023

    This will be a lively panel discussion about all things regarding photo cloud storage.

    This is a free live webinar sponsored by The Photo Managers as part of Save Your Photos Month. Free mini classes will be released each week in September, and will be available through the end of October.

    Note that you must register for access during the month of September.

  • Control Your Photo Privacy

    October 2023

    You'll learn what photo privacy is, why you should care, which photo storage providers prioritize photo privacy, and how to keep your photos safe, secure, and private while still allowing you to share with those you choose.

    This free mini class is part of Save Your Photos Month, sponsored by The Photo Managers.

    Note that you must register for access during the month of September.

  • Take Your Genealogy Research To The Next Level With Mylio Photos+ with Allison Freedman

    September 8, 2023, 4pm CT

    Join me as I demonstrate how I use Mylio with my genealogy research. I will show you the single most powerful tool in Mylio Photos to use in conjunction with ancestry research sites, and how I organize the information using the Mylio Photos Inbox, Flags, and the new Family History Metadata section. I will show you how I even uses Mylio as my genealogy to-do list.

  • DIY Photo Organising Podcast 99 | Privacy when Sharing Photos

    June 2, 2023

    We can be our own worst enemy when we share photos. On this podcast I chat with the team from DIY Photo Organising about strategies we can implement when sharing so that our privacy is not violated. Not only this, learn why we should protect our photos as well as a bank account!

  • Pro Tips on Curating Your Digital Photo Collection

    May 16, 2023

    No matter how you take photos or where you keep them, there are best practices when dealing with thousands of digital images. Join me and B&H Photo to learn the 5 tips you must follow to control your images.

  • Expert Advice on Saving Your Photos From Shutterfly

    February 7, 2023

    Shutterfly has ended its free photo storage program. Learn how to download your original, highest resolution size photos from Shutterfly, along with suggestions on how to preserve your downloaded photos.

Press & Awards

Allison W. Freedman was awarded the Rising Tide Award, awarded each year to three members who have shared their expertise, innovated, taken risks, and moved the needle for the Photo Manager community. See more here.

April 2024

Learn more about me from my interview with CanvasRebel Magazine.

May 30, 2023

In-person Speaking Events

“Mylio: Who is the Ideal Client and the Practicalities of Client Setup” - The Photo Managers Annual Conference

Breakout Speaker

April 2024 - Columbus, OH

Women Creating Connection and Community

Panel Member

May 2023 - Chicago, IL

“Using a CRM to Generate Sales, Build Loyal Fans, and Grow Your Business” - The Photo Managers Annual Conference

Breakout Speaker

April 2024 - Columbus, OH

“Privacy Terms in Cloud Storage Solutions” - The Photo Managers Annual Conference

Breakout Speaker

April 2023 - Orlando, FL

“Drafting a Photo Organizer’s Contract” - The Photo Managers Annual Conference

Breakout Speaker

March 2022 - Denver, CO