About Us
Our Customers are the heart of our business. Our talented, creative, and dedicated people are the key to our success. It's our exceptionally professional and well-trained staff that makes every meeting, presentation, and event a source of pride for you and for us.
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. 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 president of the Jacksonville SKAL 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.
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.
Dei Griffin - Business Manager
Dei Griffin is the business manager and event photographer for the Sight & Sound Productions family of companies. She joined our team as a temporary receptionist in 1997, and became business manager in 2005.
Ms. Griffin manages all day-to-day business operations and human resource functions. She is a pivotal client contact, and her goal is to ensure every client experience is not only pleasant and efficient, but that it also achieves the client's objectives.
A 1996 graduate of the University of North Florida, Ms. Griffin has a BA in Art with a specialty in photography. She often functions as the company's event photographer, and her refreshing, artistic event and wedding photographs have been lauded by Fortune 500 companies and professional wedding planners.
Ms. Griffin's love of photography and art extends into her leisure time. She is an avid reader, and she sings and gardens.
John Gornto - Director of Event Technology & Hotel Operations
John Gornto is director of event technology and hotel operations for Sight & Sound Productions. He joined our team in 1997 as an in-house manager at the Radisson Riverwalk.
Mr. Gornto helps clients analyze their meeting and event multimedia and presentation needs, then translates those needs into technology, space and staffing requirements. He collaborates with clients to create captivating effects and presentations for large and small meetings and events.
Mr. Gornto also manages the technology rental operations, and is responsible for acquiring and maintaining current, high-demand technologies for rental clients.
He developed his technology and meeting production skills as the in-house AV manager at The Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, The World Golf Village Convention Center and The Lodge & Club at Ponte Vedra.
Victoria Rosenblum - Marketing Manager
Victoria Rosenblum is Marketing Manager for Sight & Sound Productions family of companies and joined the team in 2012.
Ms. Rosenblum is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day and long-term marketing efforts for the family of companies and her goal is to assist in making Sight & Sound Productions Florida's go-to company for audio visual and event production services while showcasing their outstanding work.
Victoria, a Jacksonville native, graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2011 with a degree in Marketing and Sports Business Management.
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.
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.
Dan Rollan - Rental Sales Coordinator
Dan Rollan is rental sales coordinator for the Sight & Sound Productions family of companies. He joined our team in 2012.
Mr. Rollan is responsible for assisting the vice president of sales in promoting the features, advantages and benefits of Sight & Sound's audio visual products and services while developing and maintaining relationships with current and prospective area clients. Dan's audio visual knowledge combined with his strong desire to provide each client with an exceptional event made him an excellent addition to the team.
Dan graduated from Florida State University with a B.A. in Jazz Studies and enjoys freelancing as a musician in the Jacksonville area.
Dale Bicker - Technical Director
Dale Bicker is technical director for the Sight & Sound family of companies. He joined our team as a lighting technician in 2009 and was promoted to his current position in 2011.
Mr. Bicker is responsible for overseeing the companies' technical teams to ensure the success of each event. He works closely with the sales and project management teams to design the audio, video and lighting element of each show. Mr. Bicker also works on site to ensure successful execution in setup, in-show operation and tear-down of each event design.
Dale is a 2003 graduate of Capital University and has a wide range of experience in the production industry. He works seasonally as a pyrotechincian, shooting large 4th of July firework displays around the country. Dale was recently married and enjoys spending time with his wonderful wife and rooting on the Buckeyes!
Kevin Barnes - Video Editor & Engineer, CTS
Kevin Barnes is the video editor and engineer for the Sight & Sound Productions. He joined our team in 1997.
Mr. Barnes is responsible for all video technologies, and is an expert videographer and editor. His mission is to understand the client's objectives so he can record critical meeting and presentation highpoints and capture the drama and excitement of major events.
Mr. Barnes is a Certified Technology Specialist (CTS), with more than 13 years of experience in electronic and video technologies. His career started in the US Navy, where he specialized in electrics and electronics on F-18 fighter jets.
Andre Marshall - Digital Audio Engineer
Andre Marshall is the digital media engineer for the Sight & Sound Productions. He joined our team in 2000.
Mr. Marshall provides digital audio and video delivery for meetings and events, including ongoing support for The Executive Committee (TEC) and The Jacksonville Jaguars. He has skills in audio and video editing, and he is a talented videographer with expertise in CD/DVD duplication and graphic arts.
Mr. Marshall, with more than 15 years in the industry, has worked in a range of related positions as an digital engineer, audio and video editor, duplications manager, graphic artist and production technician. He earned a Bachelor of Science from Oral Roberts University and gained additional event experience as the AV director at the Embassy Suite Hotel.
