Definition:

accend (vb) to set alight; to ignite

For more than a decade, Accend Audio has provided audio excellence in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. With extensive knowledge of audio systems and world-class equipment to match, we help put on any event — from hybrid/private events to major festivals.

Case Study: Excellence in Corporate Production

Accend Audio: The Trusted Production Partner for Global Brands

For over a decade, Accend Audio, led by Managing Director Andrew Endres, has served as the essential audiovisual backbone for some of the world's most dynamic and demanding organizations. Specializing in high-stakes corporate meetings and conferences, our work ensures that every message, keynote, and product launch is delivered with flawless technical precision.

Based in Portland, Oregon, we have consistently partnered with clients who require not just equipment, but a strategic production consultant. This case study reflects our long-term partnership approach and the comprehensive scope of our event work across corporate, creative, and manufacturing sectors.

The Client Challenge: Unifying Global Brands Live

Our diverse client portfolio—which includes leaders like Nike, Adidas, Gerber Knives, Benchmade, Wieden & Kennedy, Monqui Presents, and True West—presents a common challenge: how to execute large-scale, brand-critical events flawlessly and consistently, year after year.

These events range from internal annual sales kickoffs (ASOs) for sportswear giants to exclusive dealer meetings for premium manufacturers and high-profile creative events for agencies and promoters. The technical requirements are always absolute: zero failure, maximum impact, and seamless integration of complex visual and audio elements.

The Scope of Work (Live Event Production)

Over the last 10 years, Accend Audio has managed every technical aspect of these partners’ most critical gatherings, including:

Multi-Day Conferences: Managing 500+ attendee main stages and coordinating dozens of concurrent breakout sessions.
Product Launches: Designing theatrical lighting and high-resolution LED video solutions to create maximum visual impact for new releases.
Corporate Training & Summits: Implementing distributed audio and interactive video systems to ensure clear communication in both live and hybrid formats.

The Accend Audio Solution: Precision and Partnership

Our solution is built upon technical excellence, strategic consulting, and our unique positioning as a full-service provider.

Flawless Production Execution

Accend Audio’s primary focus is always on reliability and clarity. We execute our live events with a "can't fail" commitment, built on redundancy and expertise:

Audio Clarity: Utilizing professional-grade digital consoles and premium wireless systems to ensure every presenter—from the C-suite executive to the product lead—is heard without fail.
Visual Impact: Deploying high-resolution IMAG, multi-camera switching, and dynamic lighting design to keep the audience engaged and visually immersed.
Dedicated Technical Direction: Providing Senior Technical Directors who oversee the entire production, ensuring all cues are executed precisely and on time.

Integrated Content & Technology Development

For clients like Nike and Wieden & Kennedy, the message delivery is as critical as the technical setup. We go beyond mere playback by providing custom content creation, motion graphics, and presentation design that align perfectly with brand style guides and event themes. This integrated approach ensures that the visual media is optimized for our cutting-edge display systems.

Credibility Through Contracting: The LBI Advantage

A critical component of our long-term client relationships is trust. Accend Audio is a licensed, bonded, and insured contractor. This status provides our corporate partners with unparalleled peace of mind:

Risk Mitigation: Full compliance with venue and corporate safety regulations, guaranteeing a safe work environment for our crew and your attendees.
Project Reliability: Our contractor-level standards ensure all temporary and permanent elements are installed with maximum professionalism and stability.

Proven Results: Supporting Industry Icons

Our continued partnership with these global brands demonstrates a proven track record of exceeding expectations and adapting to evolving event needs (including the transition to robust hybrid formats).

Footwear & Apparel (Nike, Adidas): Providing scalable AV solutions for annual sales summits and internal communications meetings that drive company strategy and excitement around future product lines. Our work supports multiple concurrent sessions across large convention spaces.
Manufacturing (Gerber Knives, Benchmade): Delivering highly specialized, detailed visual and audio presentations for dealer shows and product demonstrations, where product details and technical specifications must be conveyed with perfect clarity.
Creative & Entertainment (Wieden & Kennedy, Monqui Presents, True West): Supplying high-end technical design and production for creative agency events and major concert promotions, showcasing our ability to pivot from the corporate boardroom standard to the theatrical demands of the entertainment world.

Accend Audio is not just a vendor; we are a strategic production partner dedicated to enhancing your brand's presence, ensuring technical perfection, and helping you achieve your corporate objectives.