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Chief Executive Officer
Russ Goodman has over 37 years of Executive Management experience primarily in the Hospitality Industry. Russ spent 16 years at the Space Needle Corporation in Seattle, WA as the President and CEO. Prior to his time at the Space Needle he spent 21 years in Executive positions in a several major fine dinning restaurants in San Diego, CA, Monterey, CA and Seattle. In addition to his responsibilities as the CEO of Triamp Group Russ also owns a successful International Tour company, Ultimate Journeys, taking over 1,000 passengers to Israel, Turkey, Greece, Italy, Africa and the UK each year. Russ’ experience in Executive level positions over the last 37 years as well as his first-hand knowledge of running his own business has given him the expertise and qualifications to be the CEO of the Triamp Group. Russ’ vision is to have the Triamp Group to be recognized as the preeminent leader and provider of Audio and Visual integration and the company of choice for productions of major musical artist and festivals in the Pacific Northwest. Russ spent three years in the Marine Corp from 1968 – 1971. He has been the Board Chair for the Seattle King County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Chair of the Washington State Restaurant Association, Chair of the Seattle Center Foundation, Seattle Chamber Board of Trustees, and is presently the Chair of the Highline Medical Center Board of Trustees. Russ and his wife, Sue, have two married sons and two grandsons. They live in Des Moines, WA and are heavily involved in their church 
Senior Partner / Account Manager / CFO
In 1993, Robert founded RSD Productions, an audio company that served the local music community. Over the course of ten years, the company grew at a steady rate, accumulated a sizeable rental inventory, and a long client list. RSD Productions became the company of choice with many local industry professionals due to the company's willingness to go the extra mile and ensure that every event was a seamless production. Robert, along with fellow business partner Nick Yanity, oversaw all aspects of company management, accounting, employees, equipment sales and inventories. Along with the company, Robert also freelanced with large entertainment companies. As a crew chief and lead system technician for Proshow U.S.A. in the early nineties, Robert gained experience in a national market working with a large variety of artists from ZZ Top to Brooks & Dunn to Metallica. Duties for Proshow included all aspects of audio including FOH engineer, monitor engineer, rigging, and stage manager. After 4 years with Proshow, Robert switched over to the lighting world, working with Westsun America. Westsun had become one of the largest lighting companies in the US, with large clients such as Microsoft and Intel. Robert soon became the lead crew chief for many of Westsun's largest clients. One event, Microsoft's Global Briefing 2001 in Miami, Florida, placed Robert in charge of seven 53' trailers full of lighting equipment, over 100 chain motors, 300 moving lights, and a crew of over sixty people. Working with world class production companies, industry leading audio engineers, and top notch lighting designers gave Robert the skill and expertise
to handle any size of production event. Since forming The Triamp Group, Robert has used his expertise to form a company that is fast becoming one of the most respected in the industry.
Senior Partner / Production Account Manager
Nick has been an audio engineer and business owner from the very beginning. Starting with RSD Productions, Nick embraced and helped define the company values and the dedication to excellence that continues to prevail in Triamp Production Services today. Since the formation of the Triamp Group, Nick has focused on creating an atmosphere within productions that allows the technicians the ability to go beyond their job descriptions, and has succeeded in creating a training system and networking organization that allows any Triamp technician to pursue multiple disciplines within the scope of Triamp's products. With continuing education, staying current on the newest technology, and focusing on the client's vision for an event, Nick is dedicating considerable resources to giving our clients an experience that will go beyond their expectations and truly take care of them "from the page to the stage”. This attitude of service has allowed Nick to represent Triamp with clients such as Nordstrom Las Vegas, Cirque du Soleil, Microsoft, Virginia Mason's Foundation, Medic One, American Heart Association, The National Parks and Recreation Association, and national artists like Save Ferris, War, Jefferson Starship, The Romantics, The Verve Pipe, Toad the Wet Sprocket, The Pointer Sisters, and many, many more. When Triamp Group purchased American Music Rentals and Production Services, Nick had the opportunity to elevate Triamp's services to its customers; it's opportunities to its employee's; and the quality standards to all. Nick has effectively managed the transition of American Music to Triamp with all of our clients and ensured a smooth transition without any detail being overlooked.
Nick strongly believes that it is important to give back to the community. He does this by supporting local colleges with their audio programs, and by offering sponsorship and design work for charity organizations. Nick is also very proud of the fact that he is Stillaguamish Indian. In an effort to give back to the tribe that has supported him for so many years, Nick currently serves as Gaming Commission Chairman. Further, Nick carries a special interest in supporting all native tribes' enterprises and cultural events with an understanding of what it means to protect and honor tribal traditions and beliefs.
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Senior Partner / Account Manager
With twenty years of experience in the entertainment industry, Kevin has worked on many major projects. Most recent projects include Snoqualmie Casino audio, video and lighting integration and installation which opened November 2008. Seven Cedars resort and casino's new Longhouse Market and Deli in Sequim, WA which opened in spring of 2008. Wildhorse casino and resorts new Wildfire Cabaret, Plateau fine dining, Traditions buffet and Rivers Event center completed in 2007-08 in Pendleton, Oregon. Angel of the Winds casino 80K sq foot casino expansion completed Jan 2009. 7 Cedars resort and casino's new cabaret completed in 2004. ACME bowling audio and lighting installation completed in 2006. Washington Monument lighting July 4th 2000, and the Portland Pioneer Square Millennium Celebration. ESPN Zone Baltimore, MD completed in 1999. He has worked with artists from BB King to Willie Nelson and Las Vegas shows with Celine Dion and Andre Philippe Gagnon. Kevin's experience as a project manager with high end laser systems and system infrastructure in Las Vegas clubs such as C2K completed in 1999 and Club RA have earned him respect in the entertainment industry. Over the past three years, Kevin has received multiple certificates for system integration in the areas of project management, AMX systems, Crestron, Landmark, Litetouch, Lutron and various control software. During this time, Kevin worked with many different companies including Laser Fantasy, Wireways, Audio Video Concepts & Design, and American Music Rentals. Among his various job responsibilities included design of integrated system installations, lighting control, phone systems, security systems and line voltage for the residential and commercial markets. By working with these companies, Kevin received certification in AMX programming, AMX Sales and System Design, Phast Landmark programming, Weblinx, USTec system installer and VPXpress. It is Kevin's extensive knowledge in the communications industry and his skills as a project manager, that led to the merger of his company and RSD Productions to form the Triamp Group, Inc. Kevin is now a lead partner in Triamp Communications, a company that services the professional installation of integrated audio, lighting, video, security and data systems throughout the United States. 
Senior Partner / VP As a lead system engineer at Ramsdell Pro Audio, Alan's duties included design and fabrication of speaker enclosures, installation of systems for clubs, amusement parks and House of Worship facilities.
After four years of working with Ramsdell Pro Audio, Alan created Simetz Productions, an audio company that specialized in working with local and semi-national bands. While building Simetz Productions, Alan attended many seminars and courses ranging from basic audio production to Robert Scovill's "The Complete Front of House Mixer". It was there that Alan received an extensive knowledge of gain structure, proper system setup, proper microphone techniques, and advanced use of automated digital consoles. After five extremely successful years owning and operating Simetz Productions, Alan relocated to Washington State.
Alan's experience with musicians, knowledge of company operations and passion for the industry combined with owning a substantial amount of top quality AV equipment made him the perfect candidate to help establish Triamp Group into the AV market. Alan is credited with working for and with B.B. King, Ed McMahan, Carlos Mencia, Lewis Black, Ron White, Tower of Power, KT Tunstall, John Corbett, Terry Clark, Alan Parson, Keith Sweat, The Presidents of the United States of America, the Governor of the state of Washington Christine Gregoire, as well as many other national, regional and local artists in need of personalized service.
Alan is currently involved in being a part of developing Triamp's successful ownership team as well as sales and service of permanent installation AV equipment and event services. | |
| Our Crew Kevin Brown
Senior Design Engineer Kevin joined the Triamp team in 2004. After a brief time working in Triamp Productions, he was transferred to Triamp Communications as a systems design engineer. He has since earned the position of senior design engineer, and as such is intimately involved in all major Triamp integration projects. In total, he has eight years experience designing AV systems.
Kevin is a graduate the University of Washington and the Art Institute of Seattle. He is an experienced control systems and DSP programmer, certified with AMX and Media Matrix. With over 10 years experience as a live sound engineer, Kevin understands every aspect of high-stress audiovisual performances. This experience translates into designs that prioritize ease of use, reliability and ultimate performance.
A few of Kevin’s successful projects include the Tony Award-winning La Jolla Playhouse (San Diego, CA), the Bovard Auditorium at the University of Southern California, California city hall and council chambers projects in Cathedral City, Escondido and Poway, the Cal State Fullerton Black Box Auditorium, Muckleshoot Casino, ACME Bowl, 7 Cedars Long House Store and numerous House of Worship projects. Kevin also aided in all other casino projects completed by Triamp. The ACME Bowl project was a highly successful integration of concert-quality sound and lighting intended for a high-end bowling experience. Triamp received magazine and newspaper reviews and praise for the exceptional quality of the design and installation.
Ethan Wheeler
Systems Design Consultant Ethan recently joined the Triamp Team as a systems design consultant and manager of the new Boise, Idaho office.
Ethan has nearly fourteen years of experience in the AV industry. He has designed projects for numerous government, corporate, House of Worship, education and private clients, earning national recognition for a recent Harley-Davidson store project with a cover story in ProAV magazine. The Harley project also earned an industry Spotlight Award and is featured in video form on the Bose Professional web site. Other notable projects include multiple designs for Tamarack Resort, three Idaho city hall projects in Eagle, Meridian and Sun Valley, two Young Life camp facilities in California and Oregon, and dozens of major house of worship facilities in and around Boise.
In 2000, Ethan attended and successfully completed operation and design courses with Pat Brown of Synergetic Audio Concepts (SynAudCon). Through the years, he has received training through manufacturer partners such as Bose, QSC, Shure, Extron, EAW, Mackie, Biamp, Roland, Community, Samsung, Da-Lite, Sanyo and many others. Ethan earned his CTS (Certified Technology Specialist) through InfoComm in June of 2008.
Ethan has guest-lectured at Boise State University and through Community Education on digital mixers and digital home recording. Ethan has also offered several audio training courses to local House of Worship clients in the areas of sound system operation, wireless system utilization, microphone techniques and compressor/limiters.  Brian Moynihan
Audio, Lighting, Backline, and Video Technician Brian has over 10 years of professional experience in audio. He began his career as a recording engineer but now works predominantly in sound reinforcement for music. While his primary role is a FOH engineer, he takes on many other duties including monitor engineer, system technician, backline technician, and lighting operator and programmer. In addition to providing an excellent technical experience, Brian is also committed to providing excellent service. He has extensive experience in club sound, multi-act festivals, and events of all kinds including auctions and large corporate productions. Brian has worked with hundreds of local acts, including Flowmotion, Beehive, Central Services, Hells Belles, Water Babies, and Billy Joe and the Dusty 45’s. He has worked with many national acts such as Ben Kweller, The John Corbett Band, Bell X-1, Collie Buddz, Clinton Fearon, the Four Freshmen and The Temptations.  Audio, Lighting, Backline, and Video Technician
Paul has been in the music industry for 17 years. His experience ranges from Audio and Lighting Engineer, to Stage Manager and Production Manager. Thorugh these years Paul has had the opportunity to work with national, regional, and Vegas acts, as well as Comedy, Circus, and Cabaret style shows. It is this diversity that had provided Paul with the skills to assist with a wide range of performances and event productions. Paul also brings to the table experience in Rigging, System Maintenance, Event Coordination, and as a Video Technician. Mark R Smith
Mark R. Smith, a Seattle native, has 30+ years experience in broadcast, exhibitions, convention, and the special events field. A 6 year Viet Nam Era veteran of the U.S. Army, his military duties took him to Wash. D.C. and the 3d US Infantry, The Old Guard, “Presidential Honor Guard”, where he received his “baptism of fire” as a lighting technician for military pageants from ’74-’77 and during the Nation’s Bi-Centennial Celebration. His lighting skills allow him to be a versatile and useful AV tech. He is both Hi-Lift and Condor certified, as well as for the scissor-lift, and forklift. He attained his audio engineering skills at Motown Recording Studios in Los Angeles. He majored in TV & Radio production and engineering, at Pasadena City College. He also completed several additional classes in Video production at Seattle Central Community College. He has worked in the AV field in Seattle, Los Angeles, Palm Springs, & the Las Vegas markets, for the last 26 years. Mark has been a member of I.A.T.S.E. (Stagehands Union), Local 720, Las Vegas , for over 15 years. Specializing in video engineering positions, he has also been an audio engineer, and is an excellent AV tech.,“Shadow” ,as he is known to many in the Las Vegas AV industry, has been lead projectionist for numerous national corporations at events in many of Las Vegas’ Top Casinos, including Planet Hollywood, Caesar’s Palace, Mandalay Bay, Rio, and many others. Multi-screen projector blending and stacks are his forte’. Working for the Mandalay Bay AV department, “Shadow” received nominations by several of the hotel’s clientele, for numerous customer excellence awards, attesting to his dedication to his clients, and his customer service skills.
Mark is a single, family man, with three grown children, and 9 grandsons, ranging in age from 16-1 years old. He’s an avid photographer and a gourmet chef, who dabbles in catering for private parties & receptions, when not working for Triamp Group. Music is his biggest love, having spent many hours behind recording studio consoles.
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Operations Manager Blaine started with RSD Productions before it became Triamp Group Inc. His responsibilities included driving, setting up and testing systems, front of house engineer, lighting technician, monitor engineer, and basic repairs. Blaine worked with most of the local artists like The Beatniks, the Retro's, Hit Explosion, Bobby Medina, as well as national artists like Save Ferris, Toad the Wet Sprocket, and English Beat.
During his time with RSD Blaine also opened a bookstore in Gig Harbor for two years before his unit (the 81st Armor Brigade) was called to serve in Iraq for Operation Enduring Freedom. In thirteen years in the Army, Blaine has been all over the world as an Armor Crewman, Calvary Scout, Signal Repair Specialist, and Recruiter. He is currently serving in the Reserves as a Drill Sergeant. He has earned over a dozen awards and medals, as well as serving during Seattle's W.T.O. Riots.
Blaine came back to Triamp in 2008 as an entry level Shop Technician and quickly worked his way up to Operations Manager. His dedication to each project, streamlining of processes, and tenacious inventory control has made him an invaluable part of Triamp's commitment to it's customers. Tristan Walter
Audio, Backline, and Video Technician Tristan joined the Triamp team with a history as an Audio/Visual technician. He spent a period of time working for American Audio Visual Center in Scottsdale Arizona where in less than a year he moved from an entry level AV Technician to a Lead Technician and had the opportunity to serve at Ft. McDowell Resort and Casino and The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa. Before too long, Tristan found himself moving back home to Washington. His specialties as a video director, PC specialist, camera operator, and video technician make him a valued member of the Triamp AV team. With events such as Medic One Foundation Auction, Holland America Line Gala, Casino Show Room events, Pfizer Veterinary, and private functions, Tristan continues to stay up with the most current technology in his field. Tristan's experience goes beyond AV to concert and corporate audio events as well as backline support. This has given him the opportunity to work with artists like: 32 Leaves, Hootie and the Blowfish, and many national and local artists performing at casino showrooms and facilities.
Shop Technician. Tony started off working for a small production company in Eastern Washington called Moonlight Productions. Through Moonlight, Tony received experience patching and setting up PA systems as well as receiving his introduction to monitors. He then moved to Seattle to go to college at The Art Institute of Seattle for his Associates of Applied Arts in audio engineering. During his education at The Art Institute, Tony picked up a position running monitors at the Crocodile Cafe. Just before graduating from the Art Institute Tony was hired by the Triamp Group and has since entrenched himself as best he can in their ranks. Triamp has broadened Tony's horizons from just being an audio tech to encompassing conventional and automated lighting, LED fixtures, and video production for corporate events. Tony has worked with national acts such as Motley Crue, Everclear, SUM 41, The Beastie Boys, KT Tunstall, War, Pit Bull, The Presidents of the United States, Jefferson Starship, and The Verve. Local acts have included Leroy Bell and His Only Friends, Hell's Belles, Vicci Martinez, and Handful of Luvin' among dozens of other bands. Tony has also been a bass player since elementary school and is currently involved in a project called The Lowballerz. Due to his methodical nature and attention to detail, Tony has been hired as a shop technician to bolster the quality and consistency of every show that goes out the door. As a shop technician, his knowledge and skills from the field add a useful perspective to every show from our smallest rentals to our largest corporate events. Audio, Backline, and Lighting Technician. John has had an extensive history as a sound technician with Triamp Group. He began his career with Triamp as a monitor engineer. His responsibilities included set up, test, and functionality of all systems within Triamp Audio. John quickly grew threw the ranks of Triamp expanding his duties beyond monitors to front of house, backline, and lighting. He has worked with such acts as Built to Spill, Matt Costa, Matt Kearney, Clinton Fearon, Pitbull, Minnie Driver, John Corbet Band, Dusty 45's, Randy Hansen, and many more.
Beyond audio John is a qualified Spot Op, lighting technician, and operator. Beyond Triamp, John has an AA degree from the Art Institute of Seattle, is a capable tech with Multi Track recording, Post Production and DigiDesign technologies. Phil Calvert
Audio, Backline, and Rental Technician. Born in New Jersey and raised in the midwest, Phil has had a tendency to migrate westward throughout his life, so it's no wonder that he eventually found himself in the great city of Seattle. After developing a fascination with sound and music at an early age with the aid of a Yamaha synthesizer, Phil began his fomal musical training at age 12 on the trumpet and transitioned to the upright and electric bass at age 16. He played in the school music program from 5th grade until the day he graduated high school in 2004. While in high school, Phil performed with several smaller musical groups and developed a knack for audio engineering when he and his bandmates would record and exchange audio files to aid in the songwriting process.
Hungry for more knowledge, Phil decided to take his audio engineering skills to a whole new level after high school. In the early winter of 2005, he enrolled at Madison Media Institute in Madison, Wisconsin. While there, he recieved formal training in audio recording, mixing, mastering, music composition, MIDI technology and acoustics. Phil had the privilage to work with many stellar local bands in Madison both inside and outside of the recording studio. He graduated with an associate's degree in audio engineering in the fall of 2006.
After much contemplation, Phil chose Seattle to be his home and started his adult life as an intern at the world-renowned post production studio, Clatter & Din. During his time at Clatter, Phil was thrilled to not only hone his client relations and audio engineering skills, but put some roots down in this new and fascinating city. After his internship concluded in early 2007, Phil joined the Triamp Group team and has been with them ever since. At the beginning of his career at Triamp, Phil was armed with a plethora of knowledge of audio engineering in the digital domain which he has had to apply to a whole new domain of the live sound world. His knowledgebase has expanded significantly to encompass the vast array of equipment that Triamp owns. Triamp has seen a lot of growth in the short time that Phil has been employed there, and he has had the pleasure to grow with it!
You will most often find Phil at Triamp headquarters, either working in the warehouse or manning the rentals counter. If you ever need to rent
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