Carl Vogel will take on the role of Interim CEO with a focus on boosting the company’s growth.
NEW YORK, March 28, 2025 — Production Resource Group (PRG), the foremost global provider of production solutions for the entertainment and live events industries, announced today that CEO Richard Porter will be leaving his position, effective immediately. Carl Vogel, who became the Lead Director of the PRG Board in October 2024, will be expanding his responsibilities to serve as Interim CEO.
Vogel’s primary objective will be to accelerate PRG’s growth through various strategic approaches, including exploring potential joint ventures, developing aligned market strategies, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing customer support.
According to Lauren Krueger, Managing Director at KKR, speaking on behalf of the PRG Board of Directors, “We are thrilled to have Carl join the team. His contributions as a board member over the past six months have been invaluable. Carl’s proven history of achieving profitable growth in global businesses makes him ideally suited to implement strategic initiatives focused on accelerating growth and broadening our customer reach.”
Jere Harris, Executive Chairman, Chief Creative Officer and PRG founder, stated, “As we embark on this new phase, PRG remains dedicated, supported by a top-tier team committed to innovation and outstanding customer care. I anticipate working closely with Carl to further our objectives and ensure a smooth leadership transition. We share a unified vision for PRG’s mission, values, and dedication to our customers, employees, and stakeholders. Our entire organization is focused on providing exceptional value and shaping the future of PRG.”
Vogel is a seasoned executive with over three decades of leadership experience, including roles as Chief Executive Officer of Charter Communications, Vice Chairman/President of Dish Network, and Chairman of the Board at FanDuel. He has been a member of the PRG board for the past six months and acts as an industry advisor to KKR.
ABOUT PRG
PRG brings to life the ideas of creators, producers, designers, performers, and business leaders across all forms of entertainment and experiences. As the leading provider of production solutions, PRG utilizes extensive expertise and cutting-edge technology to power events of all sizes, delivering services worldwide with 37 offices in 29 countries. Its capabilities include broadcasting, camera work, audio, video, lighting, rigging, scenic design and automation, digital services, virtual production, and labor solutions. Holding over 250 patents and trademarks, PRG’s innovations have earned accolades and revolutionized the entertainment industry. For more information, please visit .
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