Shepard Expands Capabilities with Launch of Audio Visual Services

December 2, 2016

Shepard, a trade show services and event production company, has launched Shepard Audio Visual Services to add to its growing line of offerings.

“In order to increase customer satisfaction, it is our responsibility to grow our offering with new and innovative services,” said Carl Mitchell, Shepard’s executive chairman.

He added, “We are committed to making investments that will enhance and streamline the planning process for the events we serve.”

Industry veteran and AV expert Stuart Danneman has joined the Shepard team as vice president of audio visual services to spearhead the launch and integration of the new offering.

AV is the second major service expansion Shepard has announced this quarter, the first being Production and Entertainment Services.

Providing what they call a “fresh, consultative approach to the AV experience”, the Shepard team said it plans to collaborate with show organizers and exhibitors to develop customized AV plans to suit their unique needs.

The service will utilize the latest in equipment and technology, innovative techniques, and expert crews to supply each customer with an industry-leading service.

This strategic expansion, combined with Production and Entertainment, provides Shepard customers with a full complement of services making them a single-source solution for all their event needs, according to Shepard officials.

Danneman has 30 years of experience in the AV industry, providing services to tradeshows, conferences and events.

He has held sales and operational management positions in four nationally recognized AV companies. 

Prior to joining Shepard, Danneman spent 21 years with a leading AV provider, where he was responsible for more than 20 national touring productions for corporate clients, associations and trade shows.

“I have been working with Shepard for most of my professional career; I am excited to lead the launch of this service for a company I already feel a part of,” Danneman said.

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