Production Resource Group Announces New Expanded Role for Key Executive

-- Stephan Paridaen to become President and Chief Operating Officer

NEW YORK, July 31, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Production Resource Group L.L.C., the world's leading provider of entertainment and event technology solutions, announced today that Jeremiah J. Harris, Chairman and CEO, has promoted Stephan Paridaen to the role of President and Chief Operating Officer.  Paridaen has served as PRG's Chief Executive Officer for Europe, Middle East and Africa since 2009.        

In his new role, Paridaen will apply his management expertise and services to supervising the global operations of the company, the delivery of new technologies and services offerings, and the further development of PRG's efforts in the corporate and global special events markets.

"Along with attracting world-class talent to the company, one of my top priorities is recognizing and developing PRG's existing leadership team," said Mr. Harris. "Stephan has demonstrated exceptional operational leadership in Europe.  He has earned the respect of the entire PRG team, our customers and our partners.  This new role will expand his operational leadership globally and position him to play a critical role in leading PRG into the future."

"PRG has a unique position in the market and is well-positioned for continued growth," said Paridaen. "I'm excited about the opportunities ahead of us and look forward to developing and bringing the most innovative technology and solutions to the entertainment and event markets."

Previously, Paridaen served as Division President of Media & Entertainment at Barco, an international leading professional display solutions provider.  While there, he led the Digital Cinema markets and created the LED display division, pioneering the convergence of video and lighting in the entertainment industry.

About Production Resource Group — Production Resource Group, L.L.C., (PRG) is the world's leading supplier of entertainment and event technology to a wide range of markets, including corporate and automotive events, concerts, special events, theatre, television and film, and installations, such as theme parks, museums, retail stores and performing arts centers. PRG provides integrated services and equipment, including audio, video, lighting, rigging, staging, and scenery and automation systems, for these markets from more than 40 offices in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.