Companies Join to Support the 24th Annual Parnelli Awards

There will be excitement, emotions, and surprises in store when the industry gathers for the 24th Annual Parnelli Awards on Jan. 24, 2026, at the Hilton at Anaheim Convention Center. And included in the group of forward-thinking live event industry leaders who make the celebration possible are new Platinum Sponsors: Clair Global and Concert Stuff Group (CSG). Both were Gold Sponsors last year, and they join our returning Platinum Sponsor, DiGiCo.

Parnelli Lifetime Honorees Malcolm Weldon, Dave Rat, Roy Bickel from January 2025. Photo: Credit Kathleen Eddy

“The Parnelli Awards mean a great deal to this industry because they honor the people who make live events possible,” says Shaun Clair, EVP of Business Development, Clair Global. “Attending lets us celebrate our peers, recognize their achievements, and be part of a community that pushes our industry forward.”

For the 2026 event, other new sponsors are joining the party, including Glow Motion Technologies as a Gold Sponsor. “The Parnelli Awards are more than just a night of recognition,” says Daniel Slezinger, Managing Partner, Glow Motion Technologies. “They’re one of the few moments our industry takes a collective breath to acknowledge the people who usually work in the shadows. It’s a celebration of the grit, ingenuity, and artistry that power the live entertainment world, and it gives credit where credit is long overdue.” He adds that at Glow Motion, they have always admired the companies and individuals who push boundaries behind the scenes. “Sponsoring the Parnelli Awards is a way to say thank you to our peers, the ones who inspired us, collaborated with us, and built this industry into what it is.”

The Parnelli Award Board of Advisors is also thrilled to welcome Integrated Production Solutions / IPS (Silver Sponsor), Lindsay Schwartz Consulting + Creative / LSCC (Wine Sponsor), and Star Gift Alliance (Cocktail Sponsor) to the Circle of Supporters.

Dave Shadoan and David Bernstein – the show is always great to see old friends.

“The Parnelli Awards are the industry’s biggest night, and for good reason,” says Lindsay Schwartz, LSCC CEO and Creative-In-Chief. “It’s rare that the people behind the scenes get the spotlight, and this evening is all about celebrating the incredible minds, teams, and tech that make live events unforgettable. I’ve attended the past few years as a representative of a client, and every time I walk into that room, I’m floored by the talent, creativity, and sheer excellence in one place. This year, our team is showing up as LSCC and we’re so proud to support in a new way!”

“The Parnelli Awards are the industry’s standing ovation,” says Michelle Pekrol, President Star Gift Alliance. “It’s a night to celebrate the people behind the scenes who make the magic happen and to remind everyone just how much talent, grit, and creativity it takes to pull off the shows we love.” She adds that Star Gift has built their business for celebrating the crews, creatives, and road warriors who make events happen, so it’s a good fit. “Sponsoring the Parnelli Awards is our way of showing up for the people we proudly outfit, support, and stand behind every day.”

We also have old friends rejoining as sponsors of the show. SGPS ShowRig, which last sponsored in 2013 when their founder Eric Pearce was honored for career achievement with that year’s Parnelli Visionary honor, is back. “The Parnelli Awards are a fantastic way to recognize the unsung talent that powers the live entertainment industry,” says GM Ben Lampman. “It’s a field full of ingenuity, problem-solving, and creativity that too often goes unnoticed. We’re not the stars, but we make the stars shine, and the Parnelli Awards are one of the few platforms that truly spotlight that. I’ll be at the gala this year, as it’s always a great time to catch up with our counterparts and coworkers outside of a gig.”

Other sponsors are being added weekly, and those interested should contact Greg Gallardo at GregG@timelesscom.com. As of now, Platinum Sponsors are: Clair Global family of companies, Concert Stuff Group (CSG), and DiGiCo. Gold Sponsors currently include: 4Wall Entertainment, ACT Entertainment, Adamson, All Access Staging and Productions, Bandit Lites, CHAUVET Professional, d&b audiotechnik, Egotrips, Elation, Gallagher Staging & Productions, Gateway Studios & Production Services, Global Trend Productions, Glow Motion Technologies, Image SFX,  JBL Professional, Martin, Meyer Sound, Mountain Productions, NAMM, NEP Screenworks, On Tour Logistics, Ozark Mountain Leasing, Pyrotecnico, Pyrotek Special Effects, Robe Lighting, Rock-It Cargo, ROE Visual, RZI, See Factor, Special Event Services / SES, Special Event Transportation / SET, SGPS ShowRig, Shure, Spectrum Sound, Spider Ranch Productions, Stageline Mobile Stage, Strictly FX, and Yamaha.

Executive Producer Terry Lowe.

Silver Sponsors include 3G Productions, Allen & Heath, Beat The Street Band & Crew Bussing, Brown Note Productions, Earl’s Girls Productions, Hirschbach, Integrated Production Solutions / IPS, Moo TV, Roadshow Tour Trucking Specialists, Shockwave Cargo, and Solotech.

The Wine Sponsor – as in the company that makes the two bottles of wine on the table happen – is Lindsay Schwartz Consulting + Creative (LSCC). So make sure you raise a glass and toast them when you’re at the show.

Cocktail Sponsors support the Parnelli cocktail party prior to the awards dinner. They include ACME Lighting, DAS Audio, Mid-America Sound, Star Gift Alliance, and Tyler Truss Systems. Then there are our Production Partners whose teams and products make the show memorable: Access Event Solutions, American DJ, Atomic, Pro Tapes, and TPI.

The Parnelli Board of Advisors have previously announced the three lifetime honorees to receive Parnelli Lifetime Achievement Awards at the 24^th Annual Gala on January 24, 2026. They are Tour Manager Marty Hom (Lifetime Achievement Award), Whirlwind Founder Michael Laiacona (Audio Innovator Award), and Production and Lighting Designer Marc Brickman (Visionary Award).

“Yes, I’ll be there, along with several members of the LSCC team,” Schwartz adds. “We’re especially excited to support a handful of our incredible clients who are nominated, sponsoring, or attending. Celebrating them in a room full of their peers is an honor in itself. And of course, we’ve got a few fun surprises planned. I can’t wait for the moment when someone picks up their bottle and says, ‘Okay… who is LSCC?’ We love a little curiosity.”