Mark Spinicelli is the Founder and CEO of several companies based in Orlando, FL, including American Audio Visual, Spinicelli Holding Corp., and The Spinicelli Foundation.  His career in the audio visual industry began in the 1970’s as a teenager working with a local vocal group, Life Unlimited.  Soon after, he formed his first Orlando-based AV services firm, Southwind, as technology began to revolutionize the industry.  Mark opened American Audio Visual in 1989 with the goal of providing cutting edge AV services at affordable prices.  The company began with a headquarters in Orlando and an office in Tallahassee.  With no formal training or education, Mark is a prime example of the American Dream becoming reality based on hard work and persistence. Today, AAV serves clients throughout the U.S. and abroad, and is often called upon to provide AV services in high-security political settings.  Mark has worked with every President since the late 70’s.  He serves on the Executive Board of the Central Florida Council of the Boy Scouts of America and was honored with the Silver Beaver award in 2010.  He has also been named Associate of the Year by the Tallahassee Society of Association Executives numerous times.  With the AAV headquarters located in Orlando’s convention district, Mark developed the 9-acre industrial complex, The American Centre, which today is home to many industry-related companies such as entertainment, photography, floral and trade show services firms. Proceeds from this industrial and office park fund The Spinicelli Foundation, which supports projects benefitting the elderly and children. 

Samuel Davis learned the AV business from the ground up as technology transformed the world of communications.  An Orlando area native, he has been affiliated with American Audio Visual since 1996.  Sam has earned his stripes as Director of Operations, having held many positions in the AV industry in his career, including technician, event coordinator, general manager, and now as the Operations Director for the entire company owned by his mentor, Mark Spinicelli.  Sam oversees sales, rentals and project management at AAV, as well as vendor relations and continuing education for the staff.  He is responsible for the operations at the headquarters, the Tallahassee regional office and the AAV contracted in-house operations at area hotels.

Sean Reish is the Director of Capital Projects at American Audio Visual. He leads a team of highly motivated and experienced technologists who sell and install building control and AV systems. He has contributed many successful projects to the AV industry in his past roles as Technical Manager at Universal Studios Orlando; General Manager of A2P Construction; and as technical consultant for many of the premier attractions and buildings at area theme parks.  Sean holds both a BFA from Florida State University and an MFA in Technical Production from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts.  The Sales & Installations division of AAV works primarily with Places of Worship, Municipalities and education-related entities.

Tommy Hart has extensive experience managing AV projects for a wide variety of business clients. His resume also includes providing AV at events for Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama, VPs Cheney and Biden, and First Ladies Laura Bush and Michelle Obama. An Orlando native, Tommy studied business and computer sciences at the University of Florida and is now Director of Sales at AAV. He joined the company in 2004 during the busy political campaign season and has worked as an audio operator, lighting operator, video director and Project Manager. Tommy manages all freelance labor for AAV projects and is currently a member of Visit Florida, Meeting Planners International, FSAE, NACE and TSAE. As Director of Sales, Tommy oversees client relations, marketing projects and business development as well as on-site quality assurance.

Walter Duckworth began his career in the AV business long ago with on-the-job training as a young teen.  Today he specializes in AAV’s larger and more complicated jobs such as Presidential Support and large conferences that require integration of AV services in General Sessions and numerous breakout sessions.  Wally is also the go-to AV guy for large trade shows that require extensive AV equipment and expertise.  An Orlando native, he has been with AAV since 2000 and is a senior Project Manager.  

Tom Pittman holds an Associate Degree in Recording Arts and a Bachelor’s Degree in Entertainment Business from Full Sail University.  Upon graduation in 2006, Tom joined American Audio Visual as a technician, working with local clients and traveling extensively for projects throughout the country.  In 2008, Tom was promoted to AV Manager for AAV’s in-house office at the Villas of Grand Cypress where he managed all the AV requirements for the resort.  In 2011, Tom was again promoted at AAV where he is now a Project Manager. He has worked with many charities, celebrities, corporations and associations throughout the United States.

Jim Duckworth grew up in Miami, FL and is a veteran of the United States Air Force.  He spent much of his early career in management in the grocery industry.  He was also spinning records as owner of a mobile DJ company where he was introduced to the world of AV.  Jim joined AAV in 1997 and today is Production Manager.  His job combines his management skills and AV expertise to oversee the intricate details of the company’s daily schedule, including equipment management and maintenance, advance preparation for installations, and organizing the teams for job sites. 

Candice Davis serves as Comptroller of the family of Spinicelli companies, including American Audio Visual and Spinicelli Holding Corp.  Born in Fairbanks, Alaska, she has been in the Orlando area since 1981 and has a Bachelor of Science degree in both Computer Engineering and Accounting from the University of Florida.  She joined AAV in 2000 and now oversees all financial affairs for a multitude of Spinicelli-related businesses.

John Azzarito is General Manager of the American Audio Visual North Florida office. He started with AAV in 1999 as a technician and has served in several roles in the company including Sales Coordinator and Production Specialist for the North Florida region. John volunteers with several local charitable organizations and works closely with associations headquartered in the state capitol, as well as with state and local governments. He is a member of TSAE, FSAE, MPI, Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Council of Tallahassee. Like the Orlando headquarters, the Tallahassee office provides full-service AV rentals, installations and turnkey production services under John’s direction.