GES announces audio visual strategic alliance with industry leader PRG Hi-Tech
December 9, 2008
Las Vegas, Nevada — GES Exposition Services, a leader in exhibition and event services, announced it has entered into a strategic alliance to provide clients with world-class audio visual solutions through industry leader Production Resource Group, LLC, (PRG Hi-Tech), the world’s leading supplier of entertainment technology solutions including lighting, audio, video, scenery and automation systems. As a result of this alliance, exhibitors can now conveniently order PRG Hi-Tech’s audio visual solutions along with GES’ other show services, including logistics, booth carpet, furniture and accessories through the GES National Servicenter and GES’ electronic exhibitor service manuals.
“GES and PRG Hi-Tech share a commitment to providing unique, innovative solutions and unparalleled service, and GES is pleased to offer clients one team for their audio visual needs,” said GES President and CEO Kevin Rabbitt. “This alliance provides the exhibition and events industry an audio visual solution with unparalleled equipment resources.”
“We are very excited at PRG to join forces with the experience and reputation of GES,” said PRG Hi-Tech Vice President and General Manager Al Dyess. “The team at GES has maintained an unshakable presence in their industry, just as we have, by always focusing on the highest levels of service and innovation, and always striving to exceed our clients’ expectations. Together our strengths will provide choices previously unavailable.”
PRG Hi-Tech offers proprietary solutions that are designed and built to enhance the client experience and help manage costs. The company’s nationwide reach of resources and talent as well as its international presence in Canada, the United Kingdom and Asia provides a seamless execution for clients entertainment technology needs.
About GES—Las Vegas-based GES Exposition Services, a subsidiary of Viad Corp (NYSE: VVI), services every major exhibition and event market across the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and in Abu Dhabi through the GES Worldwide Network. GES provides a wide range of services including exhibition planning and design, turnkey and custom exhibit rentals, material handling, staging, overhead sign rigging, temporary electrical equipment, signs and graphics manufacturing, installation and dismantling labor, carpet and furnishings, and transportation services. GES produces many well-known shows including the International CES, Spring Fair Birmingham, International Council of Shopping Centers, National Restaurant Association, MAGIC, and MINExpo. For more information on GES, visit www.ges.com.
About Production Resource Group—Production Resource Group, LLC (PRG) is the world’s leading supplier of entertainment technology solutions, including lighting, audio, projection, scenery, and automation systems. PRG serves a wide range of markets, including theatre, concert tours, tradeshows, corporate and special events, television and film, and themed environments. PRG provides its services worldwide through more than 19 offices in North America, Europe and Asia. For more information on PRG, visit www.prg.com.
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