hotlanta signs acquistion

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Karter Paul Brands Announces Acquisition of Hotlanta Signs, Expanding Creative and

Production Capabilities

Atlanta, GA – December 19, 2025 – Karter Paul Brands (KPB), a media and live event production support services conglomerate with a growing portfolio of companies specializing in broadcast, live event production, experiential activations, event promotions and more; today announced the acquisition of Hotlanta Signs, a leading Atlanta-based banner and large format sign printing and creative graphics company.

The acquisition represents another strategic step in Karter Paul Brands’ mission to build a fully integrated ecosystem of creative and technical services across multiple industries. Under the new leadership, Hotlanta Signs will expand its creative, experiential and production capabilities in design, print, fabrication and branded environmental graphics.

I couldn’t be more excited about adding Hotlanta Signs to our portfolio of brands,” said Tre James, CEO of Karter Paul Brands. “We believe that there is no better time than now to vertically integrate sign and print capabilities into our service offerings. Lynn has been an incredible partner with us through this process, and she will remain with us for some time as we make this transition. Customers can expect new products, improved services, new locations and a host of other service enhancements that will be announced at a later date.”

As part of the transition, Terrance Omar has been appointed General Manager and will oversee day-to-day operations, bringing his deep experience in operations and client relations to the forefront of the company’s growth strategy. Additionally, Jasmine Hopkins, who currently works with the Production Rockstars business unit, will move into a new role as Creative Director and B2B Account Executive helping shape the company’s next generation of design innovation and client experience.

The business will undergo an expansive operations and efficiency overhaul. “I’m personally excited about the future of the company and the opportunity to build on its strong foundation with improved systems, expanded capabilities and clear vision for growth” said Mavin Brown, VP- Operations at Karter Paul Brands.

The acquisition marks another milestone in Karter Paul Brands’ continued expansion across the creative and production industries. With this move, KPB strengthens its position as a one-stop destination for live-event production, event management, conference planning, branding, production design and fabrication, and visual communication services.

About Karter Paul Brands

Karter Paul Brands is a diversified holdings and management company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Its portfolio includes industry-leading businesses across live event production, broadcast and AV technology, staffing, rentals, education, and creative design. Subsidiaries include Production Rockstars, The Production Rockstar Academy, Crew Call Labor Logistics, American Broadcast & Audio Rentals, and PR Presents:.For media inquiries, please contact:

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