About Us

With a background spanning film and TV production, sports marketing and media sales, Rob has been providing lighting and rigging consultation and assistance to his customers at Christie Lites since 1996.
Married to Robin and residing in Oakville, daughter Kaitlyn and son Kevin round out the crew.
A foodie at heart with some decent kitchen chops, he enjoys being chef and BBQ pit-master for his family and friends, playing grueling sports of darts, bowling, pool and poker, working on handyman-type repair projects and is also a craft beer enthusiast.

Alan’s introduction to the entertainment industry began as a percussionist playing in rock, stage, and symphonic bands throughout grade and high school. He bounced around the local music scene for a while and then decided to attend college to pursue a business degree.

After graduating from the University Of Tennessee with a BA Degree in Marketing Alan took a sales position with a Dallas based telecommunications company. After several years in telecommunications sales he by chance ran into an old friend who was in the lighting / special effects touring industry. Being a musician, and with the lure of the road, Alan decided to leave the corporate world behind and began working in the lighting industry as a technician. In 1996, after 10 years of concert touring as a freelance technician/programmer, he took an opportunity to get off the road and help build the US division of Concert Production Lighting, the conventional lighting branch of Vari-Lite, Inc. His role included inventory control, tour support, and purchasing. In 1998 Alan became the General Manager of the newly formed VLPS Dallas office where he was responsible for all rental and managerial duties. After 2 years the VLPS Dallas office was closed due to restructuring.

Alan joined Christie Lites in January 2000 as the primary salesman responsible for developing new business for the newly formed Christie Lites Dallas office. As Alan continues to grow with the company and within the industry his commitment to providing the highest level customer service is stronger than ever.

When not working Alan is most likely spending time with his family, on the lake wakeboarding, or at the race track driving BMWs.

Chris McMeen is a seasoned professional with over 35 years of experience in the entertainment industry. He has extensive knowledge across various market sectors, including television, corporate events, theatre, concert touring, film, and special events. Most recently, Chris served as the Northeast Regional Sales Manager at High End Systems (now ETC), where he demonstrated expertise in driving sales and building client relationships. Prior to this role, he was the Vice President of Sales at Scharff Weisberg Lighting in NYC for six years and spent eight years at High Output, Inc.

Throughout his career, Chris has consistently leveraged his deep industry insights to contribute to the success of the companies he has worked with. He holds a degree in Biology and theater. His hobbies include off-road biking, cooking, and bodybuilding.

Carlos Cruz is a Rental Representative at Christie Lites, with over 20 years of experience in Audio, Video, and Lighting. He specializes in providing high-end lighting and rigging solutions for concerts, festivals, corporate events, theatre, as well as film and television productions. Carlos brings extensive technical knowledge and a client-focused approach, ensuring that each project receives tailored solutions and exceptional service.

At Christie Lites, Carlos excels in building strong, lasting relationships with clients and industry professionals. His expertise in lighting technologies, combined with his dedication to customer satisfaction, makes him a trusted partner for delivering seamless, world-class productions.

When not working, Carlos enjoys spending time with his three sons, Matthew, Ezra, and Austin. He also pursues hobbies such as computers, drones, sleight-of-hand magic, gaming, and billiards.

Known for his fast pace and referred to by many as “The Hurricane”, Huntly has spent more than 3 decades in the stage lighting industry continually honing his craft.

Chris, a UK native, moved to the US in 2014 after a 12-year tenure at Stage Electrics. There, he headed up a team providing lighting equipment and services for West End and touring theatre productions. He later led the International Trade Division, managing overseas projects and strategic market expansion.

In 2011, Chris joined GDS and was instrumental in forming a strategic partnership with industry-leading manufacturer ETC. He later joined ETC’s Product Management team, focusing on market intelligence and global strategies.

In 2022, Chris returned to the lighting rental world with Christie Lites as VP of Rentals, working with a passionate team in the entertainment technology industry focused on growing the company’s presence in global theatre.

Now living in Middleton, WI, Chris enjoys golf, Formula One, and pool. Chris believes that if you want something, you should go get it! The magic of the theatre captured his heart at age 11, and he is grateful that his career is his passion as he continues to forge a successful path forward for Christie Lites with drive and commitment.

Starting behind the scenes in elementary school, Ken graduated with honors from the Theatre Dept. of Western Washington University. During University, Ken spent time in the scene shops of the Julliard School and Minnesota Opera. After graduation he returned home to Vancouver where his college interest in dance was the ticket to his next engagement.

Ken was LD and TD for many ballet and contemporary dance groups including The National Ballet of Canada; Ballet British Columbia, and ME and PE on a 6 year run of the musical ‘Joseph’ staring Donny Osmond. Years of touring were a great chance to see the world on someone else’s dime. Back at home, various freelance TD, PM, and LD projects led to Ken’s first foray into equipment rentals – as an audio vendor no less!

In 1991 while premiering a new work for the National Ballet in Toronto, Ken met Huntly Christie and the original CLT team. At the end of the run, Huntly and Ken agreed to stay in touch and thus was born the idea of expanding Christie Lites beyond its home city. While Ken continued to tour, Christie Lites Vancouver officially opened in 1992 as the first CL expansion team.

Ken has been the VP of Rentals for Christie Lites for 8 years. He still spends much of his time on the road with a focus on supporting the Rental Rep team and their continually expanding client relationships. He has a never-ending passion for the gigs, and for the relationships that are the cornerstone of CL’s business success.

Home is just outside of beautiful Vancouver, Canada – with the ocean on one side and the mountains on the other. Personal time includes relaxing at the ‘Cove’, side trips to Seahawks games and exploring the world with his wife Tracy and faithful hound Abby.

In his own words Ken says: “I enjoy the gifts of good health; amazing friends and family; and consistent good luck. Combining creative and life interests with continuing business expansion opportunities – I am truly blessed”.

Dan Sonenberg originally started his career in 2000 working weekend sales and sales shipping during the week while completing his BFA in Theatre. He worked for 17 years at Encore Canada (and previous entities) building their Lighting department in Canada and liaising with US based global entity. He was excited to join the Christie Lites Rental Rep team in September 2023, before moving into his current role as VP of Rentals.

His love of theatre and lighting began in high school working both on school productions as well as two local theatres. He has designed pavilions at Live sites at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, and designed the lighting for the G7 in Quebec in 2018. He has also designed lighting for many musicals and plays including the original production of Little Shop of Horrors Jr.

Outsite of work he enjoys spending time with his family, time in nature, taking in as much theatre as possible, and as a Canadian… obviously hockey!