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About Apollo

Apollo's Facility Since its founding in 1992 by Joel and Keersten Nichols, Apollo Design Technology, Inc. has gained a worldwide position in the production and distribution of special effects products to the entertainment lighting industry. Establishing itself early as a leading producer of custom gobos, the company has expanded into other related products used by lighting designers to create stimulating visual effects for theater, corporate events, concerts, houses of worship, and architectural applications. No matter the product, the Apollo brand is recognized as one of innovation, quality, and value always backed with the highest level of service.

As a strong supporter of the dealer business model for product distribution, Apollo's philosophy is to simply exceed its customer's expectations in every facet of the business relationship. The owners maintain a culture and invest in the people and the processes necessary to support their core belief that mutual success depends on building strong dealer relationships and end user satisfaction.

Dealer Support Staff

Apollo Design Technology has been fortunate to attract an outstanding group of professionals. It is the combined talents of the Apollo employees that produce the synergy that is the core of Apollo's success. Listed below are the Apollo representatives that interact on a daily basis with the Apollo dealer network.

Receptionist:

Kathy Yarrington Kathy Yarrington is the first contact for anyone calling into the Apollo facility. Kathy is knowledgeable about the responsibilities and whereabouts of everyone on the Apollo staff. She will direct your call to the person best suited to assist you.





Sales and Service:

Gary Hobbs Gary Hobbs is the Inside Sales Manager. He is in charge of the inside sales and service representatives, and oversees the day-to-day operations of the sales department. All artwork should be emailed to sales@apollodesign.net for prompt attention.





Mary, Kim, Brett, Rachel, David, Evonne, Karri, Chris, and Kelly are your inside sales and service representatives. They are here from 8 am to 7 pm to accept and schedule your orders into production.

Mary Harrison
Mary Harrison
Kim Reece
Kim Reece
Brett Zellers
Brett Zellers
Rachel Arroyo
Rachel Arroyo
David Premer
David Premer
Evonne Zumbrun
Evonne Zumbrun
Karri Feighner
Karri Feighner
Chris Stephan
Chris Stephan
Chris Stephan
Kelly Rudny
Human Resources:

Keersten Nichols Keersten Nichols (knichols@apollodesign.net) is the Human Resources. Keersten is the person to contact if you are interested in coming to work for Apollo.






Marketing Group:

Monty McWilliams Monty McWilliams (MMcWilliams@apollodesign.net) is the VP of Marketing. Monty directs all activities of the marketing team with the goal of presenting, building, and maintaining a positive image for the Apollo brand.





Melissa Irk Melissa Irk (MIrk@apollodesign.net) is Apollo's Marketing Specialist. Melissa is involved in recommending, developing and implementing marketing tools and programs to Apollo's targeted markets as well as supporting our dealer network.





Keith Kankovsky Keith Kankovsky (KKankovsky@apollodesign.net) oversees who becomes an authorized Apollo dealer. Having the highest quality dealer network in the industry is important to us... so be nice to him.





Rich Dale Rich Dale (RDale@apollodesign.net) is the Lighting Design Representative for Apollo. Rich travels the country identifying and maintaining contact with lighting designers and educating lighting professionals on Apollo products.





Rita LeFavour Rita LeFavour (RLeFavour@apollodesign.net) is the Senior Account Executive within the marketing group. She travels the country visiting authorized Apollo dealers, educating them on Apollo products, cultivating additional opportunities, and spreading good cheer.





Milad Khouli Milad Khouli (MKhouli@apollodesign.net) is the Senior Executive - International Sales. He travels the globe identifying and pursuing international business opportunities.





KC Hooper K.C. Hooper (KCHooper@apollodesign.net) is the Product Specialist for Apollo. K.C. provides both creative and technical product support in a variety of environments, including to Apollo's network of dealers.





Michelle Surine Michelle Surine (MSurine@apollodesign.net) is the Marketing Assistant. Michelle assists in implementing marketing projects and programs.





Technical Development:
Jeff Mateer
Jeff Mateer
Gary Kuntz
Gary Kuntz
David Stauss
David Stauss

Jeff Mateer, Gary Kuntz and David Stauss are part of Apollo's Technical Development Department, focusing on product engineering. They take care of troubleshooting, maintenance, product development and technical support on a day to day basis.

Accounting:

Brenda Walters Brenda Walters, the friendliest bill collector in the industry, manages Apollo's accounts receivable.






The Owners:

Joel & Keersten Nichols Apollo Design Technology is proudly owned by Joel & Keersten Nichols. Their ambition to realize the American dream has not only enriched their lives but has offered the knock of opportunity to Apollo's dedicated staff and provided a much-needed alternative for those in the lighting industry.





Apollo:

Apollo Apollo Design Technology was named after Joel & Keersten's beloved horse, Apollo. After providing love, companionship and much enjoyment for the past 23 years, Apollo passed away April 22, 2009.

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