Meet the Team

(Our Leadership)

 
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David Throldahl

Chief Executive Officer

David has worked in the Audio Visual industry for over 25 years. After graduating from the University of Colorado with a degree in Audio and Video Production and Engineering, he began his career as a technician and quickly advanced through technical and management ranks. These experiences provided David with a holistic view of his industry and caused him to begin to formulate a vision for a new business model focused on the development and growth of the employee and a service model with tailored solutions and transparency for clients. In 2002, David launched AVEX and put his plan into action. In his free time, David enjoys activities with his family, music, travel, and fly fishing.

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Mike Kelley

Chief Business Officer

Mike has been in the production and live entertainment industry for over 15 years and brings a background rooted in the theatre community via a degree from Augsburg college. He began his career at AVEX as a Technical Specialist and was quickly promoted to Project Manager. With the continued growth at AVEX, and Mike’s track record of leadership, he was promoted to Operations Manager and then Director of Operations. Mikes approach to management, development, and customer service has been instrumental in the exciting growth that AVEX has experienced. He seamlessly cultivates a creative environment while maintaining operational excellence. In his free time, Mike loves to travel, play softball and poker, and also remains active in the theatre community.

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Tim McVean

President - Production

Tim began his career with AVEX in 2005. His background in lighting design, energetic approach to event design and high level of customer service were quickly noticed and propelled him into a client management position. After service as an account manager for 7 years with the company, Tim was promoted to his current position managing the sales and marketing efforts of the company. With 14 years at AVEX, Tim has been an innovative force, driving the company focus and skill-set forward. When he’s not working with all the amazing people here, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Lauren, and is also an active member of the Minneapolis/St. Paul theatre community.

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Joshua Iley

Vice President - Production

Joshua joined the AVEX team in 2007 as a field technician and quickly became the lead technical director and project manager for AVEX. In 2013, he moved to North Carolina to establish a new location for the company and further expand our presence in the national marketplace. With nearly two decades of industry experience and a passion for an enhanced customer experience, Joshua has worked to position AVEX as one of the foremost audio visual companies in quality event production. Joshua enjoys spending his free time with his two incredible children.

 
 
 
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Meet the Team

(Our awesome Field, Sales, and Service Team)

 

Ben Ausland
Technical Specialist

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Emily Ankeny
Director of Internal Systems

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Brian Bers
Creative Director

Matt Bohrnstedt
Director of Event Technology - Minneapolis Marriott Southwest

 
 

Max Boran
Director of Event Technology - Delta Hotel by Marriott Minneapolis Northeast

Nick Brady
Video Department Manager

Travis Caudill
Technical Specialist

 
 

Nick Caywood
Project Manager

Adam Clark
Technical Specialist

Josh Davis
Warehouse and Logistics Manager - North Carolina

Natalie Donat
Project Manager

 

Patrick Egdorf
Director of Event Technology - Intercontinental St. Paul Riverfront

Santiago Espinoza
Warehouse Manager - Venues

Chris Ferguson
Media Specialist

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Eric Lee Gale
Director of Event Technology - Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot

 
 
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Zane Gulden
Production Manager

Zach Helvick
Production Coordinator

Jordan Herman
Lighting Department Manager

 
 

CJ Ivers
Rigging Coordinator

Alex Ives
Warehouse Technician

Dan Klein
Director of Operations- Venues

Joe Korte
Vice President - Venues

 
 

David Mann
Audio Department Manager

Zach Miller
Sales Manager - Intercontinental St. Paul Riverfront

Mike Mincello
Business Development Manager

 
 

Dylan Moen
Director of Event Technology - Double Tree Park Place

Brett Moser
Accounting Manager

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Keith Nelson
Branch Manager - Las Vegas

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Henry Quito
Director of Event Technology - The Graduate Hotel Minneapolis

 
 

Ben Richter
Sales Manager - Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot

Merc Rustad
Lead Technical Specialist

Jeff Sattler
Director of Operations - Minnesota

 
 

Jay Seawell
Director of Operations - North Carolina

Gary Sharples
Technical Specialist

Seech Siedschlag
Operations Manager - Venues

Thomas Smouse
Regional Sales Manager of the Midwest - Venues

 

Joe Spitzenberger
Warehouse Manager

Scott Tetreault
Project Manager

Dagmar Thomson
Regional Director of Venue Sales - Southwest

Mai Yia Vang
AR & AP Specialist

 
 

Dale Wright
Video Editor

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Kevin Wheeler
Producer