About Us
Our Customers are the heart of our business. Our creative and dedicated staff are the key to our success. It's our exceptional profesionalism that makes every meeting, presentation, and event a source of pride for you and for us.
Jason Parvin - Logistics and Inventory Manager Alfredo Garcia - Vice President of Sales |
Jon Davis is chief executive officer and owner of the Sight & Sound Productions family of companies. He joined Sight & Sound as director of sales in 1996, advanced to executive vice president in 1999, was made president in 2001 and became CEO and owner in 2011.
Mr. Davis, who became co-owner in 2006, has grown the business through the strategic acquisition of complementary companies and technologies. He led the acquisition of Mugwump Productions (2010) and Communicate Media Technologies assets (2009), and championed acquisition of the JPG Sound assets (2009).
Today, the award-winning enterprise is one of the leading audiovisual and event production ventures in the Jacksonville area. Mr. Davis, a firm proponent of mentoring, training and development, is proud that the company uses CTS-certified technical teams trained and certified at the company's expense, a factor that distinguishes it from others in the region.
Mr. Davis is a classic entrepreneur, with more than 25 years of experience in management, audiovisual technologies and event production. He is a long-term member of TEC, pursues ongoing executive development opportunities, and has completed college-level coursework at Oakland Community College.
Both Mr. Davis and the company are actively engaged in the
community. He is the vice president of the Jacksonville Skull Club,
a travel and hospitality organization that supports a variety of
charities for children. He and his staff regularly contribute their
time, talent and technology to the Multiple Sclerosis Society,
Jacksonville Zoo and annual Springing the Blues event.
His greatest pleasure is spending time with his wife and daughter,
and he is a leading member of his church.
Joe Sampson is vice president of marketing for the Sight & Sound Productions family of companies and general manager for Mugwump Productions. Mr. Sampson joined our team in 2009.
Mr. Sampson is responsible for overseeing the day to day and long term marketing efforts for the Sight & Sound Productions family of companies. He also works toward developing new business and maintaining valuable relationships with area hotels, resorts, restaurants and venues. In addition to his corporate responsibilities, Joe is also accountable for the day to day management, operations and growth of Mugwump Productions, our event decor brand. His goal is to show Jacksonville that the Sight & Sound family of companies is the area's premeir provider of event production services and to deliver exceptional experiences to each and every client!
Joe has a history of high achievement both in his academics and career. He has a background in business management and marketing consultation, and he launched a St. Augustine antiques and collectibles company in 2003, which he sold in 2006. He started his professional career at Lockheed Martin in 1999 while still in college.
Mr. Sampson received a BA in 2003 from Southeastern University. He is also an active member in the National Association of Catering Executives, North Florida Hotel & Lodging Association, The Home Team and Impact Jax.
Recently, Joe was selected as one of the Jacksonville Business Journal's 40 Under 40 2011 - people under 40 years of age who are making a difference in our community, especially in business. E-mail Joe at jsampson@ssav.net.
Barbara Morrow - Senior Project Manager
Barbara Morrow is a senior project manager for the Sight & Sound family of companies. She joined Mugwump Productions in 1997 and Sight & Sound Productions in 2010.
Ms. Morrow, as senior project manager, is responsible for helping clients translate their event concept and budget into a dazzling event or wedding plan. For 13 years, she handled business development, production management, and event design, coordination and budgets at Mugwump Productions.
Ms. Morrow's interest and experience in event theme design and production dates back to college. She began her career during the 1980s and 1990s as an onsite production manager and themed event manager for the Atlanta firm, Griggs, Van Horn & Associates.
Stephanie Seltzer - Project Coordinator
Stephanie Seltzer is project coordinator for Mugwump Productions. She joined our team in May, 2011.
Stephanie is responsible for assisting Mugwump clients with their event decor needs as well as brides, grooms and wedding planners with wedding decor and coordination services. She prides herself on respecting the client's budget, ensuring that all aspects of the event run smoothly and bringing her clients' visions to life.
Ms. Seltzer is from Fort Lauderdale and moved to Saint Augustine to attend Flagler College in 2007. She received her degree in Communications with an Advertising minor in 2011. Additionally, Stephanie is a certified wedding coordinator. In addition to her passion for planning events, Stephanie enjoys reading, scrapbooking, photography and cheering on her favorite team, the Miami Heat.
Jason Parvin - Logistics and Inventory Manager
Jason Parvin is the logistics and inventory manager for Sight & Sound Productions family of companies. He joined Mugwump Productions in 2006 and Sight & Sound Productions in 2010.
Mr. Parvin manages all props, building facades, scenery, and party and event decorations. He builds custom display components, and designs and paints many of our unique décor sculptures, including our over-sized globes, skulls, gators, flamingos and dice.
Mr. Parvin constructed the well-known Big Cats for Kids, which are located throughout Jacksonville and sponsored by the Otis Smith Foundation. Working with his father, he developed extensive fiberglass design and modeling skills, and their striking creations can be seen at theme and amusement parks all over the world.
He enjoys spending leisure time with his fiancé, listening to music and playing guitar.
Alfredo Garcia - Vice President of Sales
Alfredo Garcia is vice president of sales for the Sight & Sound Productions family of companies. He joined our team 2005 as the marketing coordinator.
Mr. Garcia manages all day-to-day sales efforts, including the development and implementation of long-term sales plans. He works closely with national and local clients from event concept through production. His goal is to ensure the company delivers the exceptional quality and service every client expects, so they experience the unforgettable event they deserve.
Mr. Garcia has a BA in Communications and Marketing from Jacksonville University. He gained hands-on event coordination and audiovisual experience through internships, which included working with FOX Sports network during the Super Bowl 2005.
Jennifer Trent - Senior Project Manager
Jennifer Trent is a senior project manager for the Sight & Sound family of companies. She joined our team in 2006.
Mrs. Trent is responsible for creating event plans that capture the client's vision, respect the client's budget and ensure all creative, technical and staffing elements come together as planned.
Mrs. Trent has a degree in Business Management from the University of North Florida, backed by experience in event services. She is the point person for several of Sight & Sound's top clients.
Mrs. Trent has been a member of MPI since 2005. In 2008, she was included in the 20 Under 40 Planners of the Year with Biz Bash magazine and in 2009 she received the Supplier of the Year award from MPI.
Ed Edwards - Senior Project Manager
Ed Edwards is a senior project manager for the Sight & Sound family of companies. He joined our team in 2007.
As senior project manager, he creates detailed technology, meeting and event plans. His goal is to blend the client's goals, budget and vision into a well-coordinated and effectively executed meeting or event experience.
Mr. Edwards has more than 20 years experience in event production, meetings and entertainment. He has traveled extensively, and has a bachelor's degree in Music Performance and a master's degree in Biblical Studies.
Mr. Edwards is devoted to his faith, and he enjoys golfing, reading, and spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren.
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