About SPL

Matt is the president and founder of SPL. He studied theatrical lighting design at DePaul University and was a freelance event A/V technician. He enjoys traveling and building just about anything.

Mike is the vice president and director of event production at SPL. He comes from a background in theatrical sound design and audio technology. He enjoys traveling, and wearing slippers around the office.

Amy is an AP/AR manager at SPL. She handles accounting and administrative tasks at SPL. She comes from a background in hospitality management. You’ll often find her in the kitchen testing new recipes or attending a hot yoga class.

Andy is the Marketing Director of SPL. Andy has over a decade in media development, brand consulting, and marketing that make him the perfect fit as our Marketing Director. When he isn’t helping tell our story, he is helping to tell others as a film and music producer. 

Coi is a warehouse operations specialist and technician at SPL. He is a veteran theatrical electrician with a passion for video design. In his words, SPL is “a wonderful space where I can explore the possibilities and push boundaries”.

Christie is warehouse and fulfillment Manager at SPL. Her main goal is maintaining order and making sure gear gets to where it is suppose to be.  When not at SPL Headquarters, she enjoys painting and playing board games.

Nate is our Account Executive for Integration. He has spent over 15 years in the Audio Visual industry and comes with a unique background of client, supplier, and installer. When he is not helping your design come alive, you can find him outdoors enjoying one of his many hobbies.

Michael is the senior national accounts executive at SPL.  He has been in the event technology industry for over 25 years.  He’s produced events with Presidents, sports figures, and celebrities all over the US.  “Magic Johnson is the best keynote I’ve ever seen.”  During off time, he enjoys reading and taking family trips.

With an extensive background in the entertainment industry, Matt brings over two decades of experience and a B.F.A. in Theatre Design & Technology to the table with him as a Production Manager.  When not on the road, you will find Matt engaged in his local community arts council and other community organizations, developing opportunities for youth and adults alike in all areas of the Arts.

Aaron is a Lead Event Technician here at SPL.  A Chicago native and lover of the White Sox, he’s a long time AV industry veteran. When he’s not working in AV, he can be found making music and enjoying time with friends and family.

Carlos is a Lead Event Technician at SPL. A recent graduate of Columbia College Chicago, he’s thrilled to get started in the industry. When he’s not working, he can be found visiting his friends at school and playing video games.

Ali is a System Integration Technician at SPL.  He has 10 years of experience in installing AV systems with an illustrious history in live event production as well. He is passionate about mixing audio and loves facing a challenging situation and making it happen. He loves to cook for his family, travel, and watching movies.

James is a system integration technician here at SPL. He is ecstatic to be working here and claims ‘Everyday is an adventure working for SPL’. With a background in just about everything musical from the opera stage to the recording studio, James has found his home in AV Tech.

Mike is a Production Manager at SPL with 16 years of experience in the entertainment industry. He specializes in lighting design, production design and drafting.

When not on a job site, you’ll find Mike near a grill somewhere as he enjoys long cooks on a pit smoker.

Mitch is SPL’s Technical Support Lead with 5 years of combined Commercial & Residential experience. Specializing in service for installed systems, he is the main point of contact for existing customers and contributes to the documentation, configuration, installation, and support of SPL’s AV systems. You might find him driving “spiritedly” on a canyon road on the weekends.

Brian handles logistics and crewing at SPL. He has over a decade of experience in the AV industry and during that time has toured both the vast landscape of Chicago as well as the globe. In his off hours he still enjoys touring Chicago as well as other countries when time permits.

Eddie is a Systems Integration Technician here at SPL with 2 and a half years of experience in the audio visual industry, specializing in installation of complex audio and video systems. When not working, he can be found behind the drum kit. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family and adorable pug, Thor.

Oso has been SPL’s Shop Dog since late 2020. We love him for many reasons. Firstly, he is a social media influencer (@osofetching on Instagram) with a pension for adorable high jinks and treats. Secondly, he’s an excellent head of shop security. Mainly though, we love him because he’s always there if you’re having a “ruff” day.