Who We Are
We Create Environments for Creativity and Connection
This Is Production, the Brighter Way
We think like creatives and operate like expert technicians. We listen first so we can design events that hit the mark, powered by creative ideas and the right technology.
How We Show Up
Our Core Values
The Brighter Way
Excellence with Integrity & Grit
We show up prepared, stay proactive, and take ownership from start to finish. Our goal? Make clients the hero, produce unforgettable events, and leave knowing we gave everything.
Fresh Ideas
Creativity That Captivates
We don’t just set the room - we transform it. From bold visuals to unexpected moments, we push boundaries to craft experiences that leave lasting impressions.
Win as a Team
We Have Each Other’s Backs, and Yours
We flex when things shift, rally when it’s tough, and celebrate when we win. Respect is real, good energy is contagious, and giving props is part of the job.
Level Up
Growth Fuels Our Potential
We are committed to personal and professional growth, embracing change, and challenging the status quo. These values aren’t wall art. They’re how we run shows, solve problems, and support each other.
Why Work With Us
What Sets Us Apart
Design with Impact
We’re creatives who understand show flow, audience dynamics, and stage storytelling. Whether it’s a striking visual moment, a new way to engage attendees, or an unexpected design twist, we bring ideas that inspire and execute without compromise.
The Team You’ll Trust Again
Our people are experienced, proactive, and genuinely collaborative. From first idea to final cue, you’ll be supported by a team that listens, solves, and shows up with your goals in mind. Our proven process ensures nothing slips, and everything flows.
Partnership Beyond the Stage
We’re more than a production partner, we’re an extension of your team. We align with your goals, protect your brand, and think two steps ahead. Because long after the event ends, what matters most is the trust we’ve built.
Leadership Team
A Team You’ll Want to Work With Again
Headquartered in Denver, Colorado and Huntington Beach, California with a national team and talent pool that supports events across the U.S.
Mike Arp
Co-Founder and President
Cheryl Atkins
Design Director
Howard Wallace
Co-Founder & Chief Financial Officer
Lauren Aquino
Director of Sales and Marketing
Kate Kostiuk
Vice President of Operations
Joe Camilli
Vice President of Strategic Accounts
Jeff Sasz
Vice President of Production
Careers
Join Our Team
At Bright AV, you’ll find the freedom to flex your creativity, the clarity to grow your career, and a culture built on support and recognition. We tackle complex challenges together, with grit, energy, and respect. Whether you’re crafting big ideas or making them real, this is a place to grow your talent alongside people who care and bring their best every day.