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Premier Event Production

Crafting unforgettable experiences—together.

At Power Plus Productions, we bring your vision to life through comprehensive event production services combined with cutting-edge technology.

Our Services

EVENT TECHNOLOGY (AUDIO, VIDEO, LIGHTING)

EVENT PRODUCTION SERVICES

EVENT STAGING, RIGGING, AND POWER PRODUCTION SERVICES

SCENIC DESIGN SERVICES

VIRTUAL AND LIVE STREAMING EVENT SERVICES

SPEAKER AND CONTENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Add life to your next event.

From concerts to live performances, we have the highest quality equipment and expert support for all your backline and instrument needs.

Our expert team.

We are event architects. From meticulously planning complex events to seamlessly integrating advanced technology, our event production experts are renowned for transforming visions into reality.

With his entrepreneurial spirit and love for technological know-how, Lane Rickard founded Power Plus in Salt Lake City in 1984.
Lane Rickard

President

Rebecca has been with Power Plus Sound & Lighting for over 20 years. Starting as Executive Assistant to the President she advanced to Director of Human Resources in 2002 where she utilized her talent in locating qualified and talented personnel. In 2003 she was promoted to company Vice President where she continues to support HR, as well as helping to create and drive the development of the company’s marketing campaign to prospective new clients. Rebecca also spearheads local community outreach for the company, supporting several local non-profit organizations.
Rebecca Madrid

Vice President | HR

A San Diego native, Krystal joins Power Plus Productions with 5 years of in-house audiovisual and event production experience. Previously, she worked in the sports industry selling partnerships and events within Major League Soccer and the National Football League. Krystal holds a Bachelors of Criminal Justice from San Diego State University and Masters in Sport Management from the University of San Francisco. In her free time, she enjoys going to the beach and the zoo with her husband and two kids.
Krystal Christman

Marketing Director | Account Manager

Kevin found his passion for the industry in his high school theater. He honed his craft at the Starlight Musical Theatre in San Diego, and then took his experience to the high seas, where he worked for both Carnival Cruise Lines and Royal Caribbean as a Rigging Specialist, Production Manager and ultimately the Fleet Supervisor for Automated Rigging and Stage systems. Since getting married and coming ashore, he joined Power Plus in 2014 where he currently oversees the Lighting, Rigging, Power and Staging Departments. He and his wife have a newborn son, allowing him to put his interest in photography to great use.
Kevin Larson

Logistics Manager

An East Coast native, David Carmichael attended Northern Vermont University with a degree in Television Studies Broadcast Journalism and Production & Design. He is a former NCAA athlete in Cross Country & Lacrosse, who is enjoying his time in beautiful Salt Lake City, Utah now! With over 8 years of audiovisual experience in hospitality, David has had the pleasure of working on some of the largest shows and brings to Power Plus his knowledge and expertise. David enjoys golfing, biking, skiing, and taking his husky, Lou, for long walks.
David Carmichael

Operations Manager

Trevor started his career in the industry with tech theater in High School, then moved onto Film in College. His professional AV career started in 2016 with AVMS, where he started as a Technician and worked his way up to Operations Manager at one of the highest grossing resorts. Trevor brings to Power Plus his extensive experience in the hospitality industry, having worked at high end resorts & hotels. He has a great reputation for providing high levels of service to his clients that matched the level of service they got from their five star/five diamond partners. Outside of work, he is a HUGE movie buff and was even a Manager at Blockbuster (a while ago). He loves spending time with his fiancé, his cats and dog, and playing disc golf during his free time. His favorite artists include Snarky Puppy, Streetlight Manifesto, and the Foo Fighters.
Trevor Conklin

Operations Manager

Patrick is a seasoned veteran with almost 30 years of experience in the Audio Visual Industry. After getting his start as a video technician at the University of Washington, Patrick jumped into the production industry in 1991. He worked his way through the ranks at The Audio Visual Factory in both operations and sales and served as a General Manager for two audio visual companies, from 1995 to 2007, delivering high end customer service to the convention and corporate meeting industry. In 2007 Patrick joined Power Plus generating new client opportunities, growing existing accounts, coordinating and managing on-site productions. He is a big football fan.
Patrick Hallisy

Account Production Manager

Jason brings to Power Plus over 25 years of experience in Account Management, over 15 years of experience in Sales Team Management, and 25 years of experience in Business Development. Before entering the corporate world and climbing the ranks from Management Trainee to Regional Director of Sales, Vice President of Client Services, and Director, Jason studied at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona. He has since been an active player in the Events Industry.
Jason Mullaney

Account Production Manager

David “Duck” Burns

Account Production Manager

Born in Arizona, John made his way to Utah to attend college at the University of Utah. With over 27 years of experience in the industry, John started through his love for music. In his earlier years, John played piano and even bass in a band. His fondest memories as of recent have been working with the Utah symphony. On his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, skiing, and golfing. With an 11-year old, a 6-year old and one out of the house - he has his hands full but always gets the job done!
John Andersen

Account Manager

With over 20 years of experience in the A/V industry, LT has a diverse background in Production, Rental, Staging, and Commercial Installation. He started his career with Swank Audio Visuals in the hospitality industry and worked his way up to Director at the largest hotel in the company.
Kevin “LT” Acker

Sales Manager

Josh started in the industry in 2013, working in nightclubs running lights and audio. Later that year, he moved into larger stage productions with local events and tour concerts as a stagehand. For over eight years, Josh has been working as a lighting designer on corporate events, freelancing on shows ranging from small two-light front washes to engineering and operating over a thousand fixtures. He has a passion for music and loves to go fishing as much as humanly possible.
Josh Watnes

Lighting Designer | Production Manager

Chris has been in the AV industry for over 22 years. Chris received cyber security and systems administration training from UCSD. On his free time, he enjoys reading, skateboarding, and spending time with his two kids. His favorite arts include Phil Wickham and Nathaniel Rateliff.
Chris DeArmond

Production Manager

Will Overbaugh, Production Manager for Power Plus Productions, brings 22 years of experience in the audiovisual industry. With a background in film and television production, Will is most proud of training and mentoring numerous successful individuals in the field. Outside of work, he and his wife are avid moviegoers and enjoy traveling together.
Will Overbaugh

Production Manager

Chris Perez is a member of our BackBeats Backline team. With over 23 years in the industry, Chris began by selling guitars and repairing guitars. He has been with BackBeats Backline since its inception, over 15 years ago. He enjoys playing music and golfing.
Chris Perez

Backline Manager

With over 25 years of accounting experience, Tammy has worked in the private, public and tax accounting, and non-profit sectors. Tammy joined our team in January, 2019, and holds the position of Accounting Manager. She holds a BS from SDSU in Business Administration with a concentration in accounting. Past industries include, software, farming, healthcare, mortgage banking and HR. Tammy enjoys spending time with her family and friends camping, boating, traveling and having fun.
Tammy Berry

Accounting Manager

At Power Plus Productions, we bring your vision to life through comprehensive event production services.

Testimonials

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Power Plus Pro across a wide range of events—from large-scale user conferences to red carpet galas and intimate brand activations. No matter the scale or setting, there’s a consistent throughline: their unwavering commitment to both technical excellence and human connection. Their team doesn’t just execute—they actively support and elevate the creative vision we’re bringing to life. And just as importantly, they bring great energy. I value working with nimble, personable professionals who keep the vibes high and the days running smoothly. Power Plus Pro is exactly that.”

By Stefano Genova Eventique, Technical Producer

"Thank you!!! It's because of partners like you and your team that BizBash Live Los Angeles 2018 will go down in the books as a great success! We're so glad you guys had a good experience. Patrick was so helpful in the planning stage, and your on-site team was not only a pleasure to work with but also timely in addressing any issues that arose."

By Kim Romano BizBash, Director of Events

"Thank you so much Daniela for everything, Brian (AV tech) is awesome!

By Cheryl Shoemaker Hotel La Jolla, Catering Sales Manager

"The Power Plus Productions AV tech was knowledgeable, on-time, and helpful."

By Morgan Butterfield InVision, Senior Field Marketing Manager

“Power plus did a fantastic job of truly guiding us through the production process”

By Tim Daley Salk Institute, CEO

"Zack with Power Plus Productions is excellent to work with! On-site, you rarely have to hear about av issues, as he has already handled them. Zack and the entire Power Plus team make sure our developer conferences go off without a hitch."

By Sara Jones Dev Network, Head of Operations and Productions
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