Chris Jordan, CTS

President and Co-Steward

817-924-2756 Ext. 302  •  cjordan@eavi.com

Chris and his wife, Sue, founded Electro Acoustics in 1984, after working with Chris’ father, Henry Jordan, in the same industry. With more than 40 years of experience, Chris is recognized as one of the industry’s most knowledgeable leaders. His passion for serving his employees and project partners stems from his commitment to conducting business in a way that honors both God and family. Chris and Sue reside in Fort Worth, TX, and have two children who are business partners.

Luke Jordan, PMP, CTS-I

Vice President and Co-Steward

817-924-2756 Ext. 308  •  ljordan@eavi.com

Luke is Electro Acoustics’s Vice President and serves as an Account Manager who helps guide people to create exceptional experiences by crafting exceptional communication tools.  After graduating from Texas A&M with a degree in Leadership Studies, Luke started at an entry-level technician role with Electro Acoustics and over time led several notable projects, worked as a project manager and grew the Customer Support department while serving clients and the community.  Using technical knowledge he learned along the way and grew his thirst for serving people while partnering with them to achieve their passions.  Luke strives to create community through stewardship, craftsmanship, relationships, and a positive get-it-done attitude.

Luke is the chair of AVIXA’s Certification Committee, has served as the chair of AVIXA’s Integrator’s Council, and was the 2016 AVIXA CTS Holder of the Year. He spends what free time he has having a blast with his family, listening to audiobooks and 90s hip-hop, and fly fishing in Colorado.

Sam Jordan, JD

General Manager and Co-Steward

817-924-2756 Ext. 310  •  samjordan@eavi.com

Sam joined Electro Acoustics in 2017 after serving in the Air Force JAG Corps for six years. He graduated from Texas A&M University in 2007, where he was a member of the Corps of Cadets. Sam also graduated from Texas Tech University School of Law. As a JAG, Sam provided legal assistance to Airmen, prosecuted felony cases, served as a contracts attorney, and provided legal aid services to sexual assault victims. Sam deployed to Afghanistan in 2014. Sam completed his Executive MBA from TCU’s Neeley School of Business in 2020. Sam is responsible for Electro Acoustics’ finances, operational performance, and quality systems and is passionate to create the best team in the A/V/L industry.

Ryan Walker, CTS

Senior Account Manager

817-924-2756 Ext. 323  •  rwalker@eavi.com

Ryan began his career with Electro Acoustics in 2000 in shipping and receiving. Over the years he has worked his way up through the company as a helper, technician, lead technician, project manager, and currently to EA’s senior account manager. As a lead technician and project manager, Ryan led notable projects such as Christ Chapel Bible Church, Northwood Church and TCU Amon Carter Stadium. Since moving into the account manager/sales role, Ryan continues to attain and oversee multi-million dollar projects including Dickies Arena, the new TCU Amon Carter Stadium, Texas Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Kimbell Art Museum Piano Pavilion and Amon Carter Museum of American Art. Ryan’s work history in the AV industry, attention to detail and hands-on approach provides him with the experience and insight that drives him to exceed client expectations.

Ian Cresswell, CTS-I

Field Manager

817-924-2756 Ext. 306  •  ianc@eavi.com

Ian graduated from Texas Christian University with a BA degree in music. He attended the Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences in Arizona where he received his Master Recording Degree. Ian went to California and worked on the Barbara Streisand Scoring Stage on the Sony Production Lot in Culver City, CA, after which he began working for EA in 2008. He started as a technician and is now the field manager. Ian supervises the field technicians and coordinates both future and current jobs to ensure client satisfaction.

Jeff Perkins, CTS-D, DMC-E

Systems Design Manager

817-924-2756 Ext. 325  •  jperkins@eavi.com

Jeff began his career at Electro Acoustics in 2002 as a newlywed and while attending Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He graduated from Georgia Tech with an Industrial and Systems Engineering degree.  He left Electro Acoustics to pursue a Master of Divinity and a Ph.D. (ABD) in Philosophy, while also pastoring at a small church and teaching at a local school.  He returned to EA in 2017 with 11 years of administrative and leadership experience as IT Director and Department Chair at one of Fort Worth’s premiere schools.

Ben Lanmon, CTS-I

Shop Manager

817-924-2756 Ext. 313  •  blanmon@eavi.com

Ben has been with Electro Acoustics since 1991 and has been working in the professional audio/AV industry since 1978. He oversees the shop, warehouse, shipping and receiving.

Becca Mead, QuickBooks Certified User

Accounting Associate

Becca has been in the customer service and accounting field for over 20 years.  She has been a part of the Electro Acoustics family since 2013.  Becca is a wife, a mother of three wonderful children, and a grandmother of five.  When not spending time with her family, she is spending time at the barn with her horses.  She is also the president of a non-profit organization which helps horses with cancer.

Brandon Stephens, CTS, OSHA 30

Operations Administrator

Brandon started with Electro Acoustics as a helper and over the years he has moved through the ranks as a Technician, Lead in Training, Project Lead, and Customer Support Technical Administrator (CSTA). As a Project Lead he enjoyed working on many notable projects such as TCU’s Amon G. Carter Stadium, Texas Rangers Globe Life Park, and Kimbell Art Museum. As the CSTA, Brandon coordinated critical support for customers and EA’s service team. Brandon earned his CTS certification and is currently our Operations Administrator. In this capacity, Brandon coordinates all of EA’s resources and team members across our projects.

Brent Condit, CTS

Customer Support Technician

Brett Ater, CTS-D/I

Systems Designer

Brett’s history with both Electro Acoustics and A/V/L goes all the way back to high school, where he was involved in technical theatre and used a system installed by EA.  Over a decade later in 2015, Brett joined the Electro Acoustics family after serving the Mansfield School District for four years, the last three at the District’s Center for the Performing Arts.  He seeks to serve the needs of every customer: clients, vendors, and fellow EA colleagues.  Brett and his wife live in Arlington where they have four sons and serve as the children’s pastors for their church.

Brian Jones, CTS-D/I

Systems Designer

Brian Joined Electro Acoustics in the Fall of 2010 as the Shipping/Receiving/Warehouse Associate. In the spring of 2013 he graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a degree in Sociology. From the warehouse, Brian became the Shop Assistant where he worked on projects such as TCU’s Schollmaier Arena, Texas Rangers Globe Life Park, and Kimbell Art Museum. In the spring of 2016 he became a Systems Designer. He designs systems to achieve our clients’ visions .

David Stelter, CTS-I

Project Lead

David has proudly served Electro Acoustics since 2015 as a Project Lead. Through hard work and accreditation he continues to pursue success for both himself and Electro Acoustics.

Jacob McDaniel, CTS

Customer Support Technician

Jeff Green, CTS

Lead in Training

Jeff is from Benbrook, TX. He started working at Electro Acoustics in 2013 as a helper. Jeff graduated from University of North Texas with a degree in Criminal Justice. He enjoys hunting and fishing.  Jeff is now developing his skills and learning to lead teams on some of our larger projects.

John Fortney, CTS

Customer Support Lead in Training

Justice Boateng

Technician

Lorisa Young

Purchasing Associate

Lorisa came to Electro Acoustics in 2006 as our Accounting Associate with 20 years of accounting experience. In June of 2012, she took on the role of Purchasing Associate, and is now responsible for ordering all the equipment for our projects and maintaining great relationships with our vendors.

Marion Robinson

Technician

Martin Urbina

Technician

Martin is a graduate from Tarrant County College with an Associate Degree in Construction Management. Martin is a Technician and works to ensure we meet our customers’ expectations.

Mershawn Scott

Warehouse Associate

Preston Myers, CTS-I

Commissioning Specialist

Stephanie Bone

Relationship Manager

Steve Burge, CTS-D

Systems Designer

Steve has been a team member with Electro Acoustics since 2001 and has been working in the A/V industry since 1989.

Tom Bacon

Technician

Tom is originally from Washington. He graduated from Texas Christian University in 2013 with a degree in economics and sociology. He is passionate about Fort Worth and audio, looking to build a great career in both.

Tony Spohn, CTS-I

Shop Lead

Tony is a loving husband of over 18 years and father of two boys.  He served six years in the Navy, primarily as a technician servicing the fire control and radar systems for the F-14 Tomcat.  Since 2003, he has served in his church’s media team, mostly as a broadcast sound technician. Now Tony serves in our shop, building equipment for Electro Acoustic’s clients.

Travis Brasher, CTS-I

Systems Designer in Training

Travis joined Electro Acoustics in 2014 as a technician, became a Project Lead, and now continues his career as a Systems Designer in Training. He became interested in AV after volunteering with his church’s AV department where he now works as Audio Visual Coordinator. During his time with Electro Acoustics Travis has lead multiple projects such as TNP, Wilshire Baptist Church, The Bowden Event Center, and Fort Worth’s iconic Dickies Arena.