Founded as a family business in 2017, Hudson Valley-based Dogwood Entertainment designs and produces commercial displays, custom props, sets, and complete events. It is especially known for large-scale Jack o’Lantern displays, using a proprietary molding method to create fiberglass-alternative pieces for venues ranging from ticketed attractions to films and pop-up museums. Dogwood’s artists, carpenters, mold makers, and digital designers have delivered work across the United States and parts of Canada while retaining a boutique-style service approach.
The Specialists LtdFounded in New York City in 1981 as a theatrical armory, The Specialists Ltd. has grown into a second-generation family business building props, scenic pieces and graphics for film, television, theater and live experiences. Its 60,000-square-foot Queens facility brings modern tools such as 3D printing and CNC machining together with hands-on sculpting, mold-making and blacksmithing, allowing the team to tackle both practical production pieces and elaborate moving creations.RIDGEWOOD, NY
Scenic Solutions LLCFamily-owned since its founding in 1996, Scenic Solutions grew from theatre experience into a West Carrollton, Ohio, production shop known for turning demanding entertainment visions into working stage environments. Its 24,000-square-foot facility supports custom scenery and technical work for clients ranging from regional ballet companies to national touring productions, with opening-night deadlines shaping its practical approach.WEST CARROLLTON, OH
Now DisplaysNow Displays is a local New York–New Jersey workshop known for turning individual retail concepts into made-to-order fixtures. Its in-house team designs and builds custom display cases for small shops and larger retail rollouts, with installation available to clients in the region.BAYSIDE, NY
KüwlVu IncFounded in 2009 by Lone Kühlmann and Tod Willcox, Stouffville-based KüwlVu Inc. fabricates retail displays, signage and immersive brand environments from concept through installation. Its end-to-end approach brings design, custom fabrication and national rollouts under one vendor, with work ranging from store fixtures to large experiential builds such as the 30,000-attendee Taylgate ’24 celebration. The company has helped bring campaigns for brands including e.l.f. Cosmetics, Revlon and Uber Eats to life.