Meet the Team!

Preston Cross: CEO, Head of Design & Integration

Preston Cross started Cross Lighting & Audio Solutions (CLAS) in February of 2025. CLAS was founded by Preston’s passion for event and theater design, and his passion to use his design skills to help people create their prefect event. Preston has been a theatrical designer since he was 10 years old and Graduated from Belmont University with a BFA in Theatrical Production Design. He has worked with serval Event Production companies in cities such as Nashville, Austin, & Birmingham since 2018. During that time he also designed several Theatrical Productions for schools and local theaters.

To learn more about Preston, Check out his full portfolio!

Steve Brooks: CMO, Head of Marketing & Sales

Steve Brooks, a lifelong Birmingham resident, earned his degree in Marketing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2017 and began his career in direct marketing, where he developed a passion for connecting with people and creating meaningful experiences. Having spent his entire life in Birmingham, Steve deeply loves the city and the people who make it special. After working alongside his longtime friend Preston on a local theater production, the two realized how naturally their creative and professional strengths complemented one another and decided to build a business together. As Head of Marketing, Steve loves working closely with couples to help create unforgettable wedding experiences and lasting memories they will cherish for a lifetime.

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