ANC and GoVision are Now One Company

Plano, Texas-based sports media company Learfield IMG College announces that Purchase, New York-based ANC, a designer, integrator, operator and creator of content for video display systems for stadiums, arenas and other entertainment facilities, will team up with Argyle, Texas-based GoVision, a provider of large-scale LED displays and related services, and operate as one company, called ANC.

Learfield IMG College acquired ANC and GoVision as independent businesses in 2015 and 2016, respectively. The combined operation will be led by CEO George Linardos alongside ANC’s founder and vice-chairman, Jerry Cifarelli.

Learfield says that combining the two brands provides new permanent and temporary video display technology capabilities for sports venues, special events, retail properties, commercial buildings, entertainment venues and transportation centers.

The combined ANC brand brings more than 35 years experience working closely with architects, general contractors, event producers and product manufacturers to provide clients strategic consultation, technology integration and robust event services that create next-generation immersive experiences.

“ANC and GoVision are game changers in this industry, and both companies have outstanding reputations due to their excellent talent, innovation, client services and ability to exceed expectations,” says Linardos. “Combining these two brands will allow us to continue to grow and distinguish ANC as a truly unique partner for the marketplace, creating dynamic experiences through technology innovation.”

Adds Cifarelli, “The timing of this transition comes at a good time and aligns with our recent successful deployments across a variety of industries. Adding an events unit to ANC will elevate and expand our offerings as a turnkey technology service provider.”

ANC’s deployment portfolio includes award-winning projects with the Boston Red Sox, Cleveland Cavaliers, Los Angeles Dodgers, and the University of Notre Dame, Wells Fargo Center and Westfield World Trade Center. GoVision’s mission-critical special events include NCAA Final Fours, Live Nation concerts, Super Bowls and the last four presidential inaugurations.