Business Details
32 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Event Production Solutions
Founded in 1994, Show Gear has evolved from a local audio-visual production company into a nationwide leader in event management and technical solutions. Our journey began in Sacramento, California, where we supported emerging tech giants during the dot-com boom. Over three decades, we've expanded strategically, establishing a permanent Southern California headquarters in 1995 and becoming the official AV supplier for IMEX America, the world's largest trade show for the events industry. Through the pandemic, we transformed into a fully remote, nationwide production company, integrating cutting-edge technology and acquiring ACA Video in 2020 to enhance our virtual event capabilities.Today, with expanded warehouse facilities and AI-powered solutions, we combine human creativity with technological innovation to deliver seamless experiences for conferences, brand activations, and live events. Our producer mindset ensures we don't just provide equipmentwe help clients plan smarter, prevent surprises, and bring creative visions to life with precision. With offices on both coasts and a decentralized network of experts, we operate 24/7 to support events of any scale, maintaining our family-driven values while delivering world-class production services.
Services
Event Management
Full-Service Production
Event Technology
AI Solutions
Creative Services
Expo & Trade Shows
Event Strategy
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of experience delivering production services for major industry events
- Nationwide operations with West Coast and East Coast support hubs
- AI-powered solutions for multilingual support and audience analytics
- 24/7 availability for emergency event support and consultations
- Proven track record as official AV supplier for IMEX America
What people say
Quick and affordable service
Knowledgeable employees
Top tier audiovisual equipment
Excellent service
Generous with time and expertise
Services
Event Management
From initial concept to final execution, our event management services handle every detail of your production. Our team coordinates logistics, timelines, and vendor relationships to ensure seamless execution. With decades of experience managing conferences, trade shows, and brand activations, we transform your vision into memorable experiences while maintaining strict budget control.
Full-Service Production
We provide comprehensive production services including staging, audio-visual equipment, lighting, and technical crew. Our nationwide network ensures access to top-tier resources for events of any scale. From equipment setup to real-time troubleshooting, our production experts guarantee flawless execution of both in-person and hybrid events across multiple locations simultaneously.
Event Technology
Our technology division specializes in hybrid event platforms, silent seminars, and real-time translation systems. We implement cutting-edge tools that enhance audience engagement and data collection. With dedicated technical specialists available 24/7, we ensure seamless integration of digital components with traditional event formats for maximum impact and attendee satisfaction.
AI Solutions
We integrate advanced AI capabilities for multilingual support, audience analytics, and immersive design experiences. Our AI-powered tools streamline project management while providing actionable insights for event optimization. These innovations reduce production stress through automated workflows while maintaining the creative human touch that defines our service approach.
Creative Services
Our creative team develops immersive stage concepts and dynamic storytelling elements tailored to your brand identity. We combine artistic vision with technical precision to create visually stunning environments. From initial concept sketches to final execution, our designers work closely with clients to ensure every visual element aligns with their strategic objectives and audience engagement goals.
People
David Wight
Founder
David Wight founded Show Gear after winning a Corvette in a DJ competition. He transformed this windfall into a successful production company, leading its expansion from Sacramento to nationwide operations. His vision established the company's technical excellence standards and family-driven culture.
Brandon Wight
Co-Owner
Brandon Wight co-leads Show Gear with a focus on client relationships and technical innovation. He has built strong partnerships with major event organizers and guided the company's AI integration strategy. His expertise in audio-visual production has earned industry recognition and client trust.
Questions
What types of events does Show Gear specialize in?
We specialize in conferences, trade shows, brand activations, and hybrid events. Our nationwide capabilities support productions of all sizes, from intimate corporate meetings to large-scale industry expos like IMEX America.
How does Show Gear handle unexpected event challenges?
Our proactive approach prevents issues through detailed planning, while our 24/7 support team provides immediate solutions when unexpected challenges arise, ensuring minimal disruption to your event.
Do you offer AI-powered event solutions?
Yes, we integrate AI for multilingual support, audience analytics, and immersive design experiences that enhance engagement while streamlining production workflows for greater efficiency.
Can you support events on both US coasts?
With facilities in California and Florida, plus our decentralized production network, we provide equal support for events across all US regions with consistent quality standards.
What makes Show Gear different from other production companies?
Our combination of technical expertise, AI innovation, and personalized service creates unique event experiences. We act as an extension of your team rather than just a vendor.
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Reviews (4)
Michelle McDaniel
Dec 23, 2021
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Sean, Ben and the Show Gear team's level of service, guidance and overall support has been phenomenal during our first ever online conference. I have been on both sides of the online learning curtain (and online learning is the only format we have been able to facilitate since March 2020). The backstage/production side of learning is always stressful, and Show Gear was there holding our hand the entire way. We could not have asked to worked with a better production company. Highly recommend Show Gear!
Jordi Delclos
Dec 20, 2021
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Working with Show Gear was a very positive experience. I was especially grateful for their ability to work well into the night (and morning), making last minute changes where needed. And later on, during the actual event, when issues arose (as they would also arise in a live face to face conference), they promptly worked with us to address the issue. I would highly recommend Show Gear to anyone. I learned a lot.
Hannah Rice
Nov 03, 2021
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Brandon, David and the rest of the Show Gear team are my go-to AV experts for all of our events. When putting on shows big or small, we know we can count on Show Gear to provide top-notch equipment, thoughtful and on-trend tech recommendations, and above and beyond customer service from start to finish. The Show Gear team truly loves what they do, and it shows in the high quality of work they deliver. I can't recommend them enough!
Melissa Hurtado
Oct 28, 2021
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Overall great experience working with Showgear Productions. They work with us to make sure we put on successful and memorable events.
