Ted got his start in the entertainment industry in 1983 with a Phoenix, AZ audio company where he went from driving equipment trucks to becoming a respected audio technician, joining national tours and operating the audio system at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival for several years. In 1986 he joined a larger audio company where he also had the opportunity to learn the production management and event coordination side of the industry.

After moving on to several years of working with Utah-based United Concerts in all areas of concert promotion and production, he and two partners launched Ed & Ted's Excellent Lighting in 1994 to fill a gap in the local Salt Lake lighting equipment rental market.

Ted's entrepreneurial spirit, drive and passion for Ed & Ted's is reflected in the company's history. Starting out with a small cash investment and a credit card, within a year the company was asked to provide their services on a national tour with Alanis Morissette and from then on Ed & Ted's was firmly entrenched in the national touring market. In April, 1996 Ted bought out his partners and began his mission to build the company into a global brand in the stage lighting industry. His unique combination of product knowledge, customer service and corporate philosophy resulted in the company's remarkable growth into a major force in the lighting industry.

At Epic Ted's role is to lead and grow the company's US operation with a particular focus on concert touring and corporate events, areas in which he has set high industry standards.

Ted's main focus has always been to offer clients the best equipment and labor package possible, along with the highest level of customer service. In addition, Ted has always been committed to providing the support and benefits that a talented and dedicated staff deserves, as he understands that they are the key factor in the growth and success of any company. He firmly believes this combination of product, customer service, corporate and employee satisfaction is what set Ed & Ted's apart from its competitors and will continue to set Epic apart.

When he's not out conquering the lighting world, Ted enjoys running, is an avid reader, and loves being outdoors.

Ted Fowler