Originally introduced in 1996 The Queen's Award for Enterprise is one of the most highly competitive and sought after accolades a UK business can achieve. Thousands of applicants from some of the most successful businesses in every industry apply for an award but only a few achieve a high enough standard to warrant such an honour.
Mark Ager and John Hastie founded Stage Technologies in 1994 with a mission to develop and supply theatres and entertainment venues internationally with computer-controlled systems to move scenery and fly performers. In the nine years since its inception Stage Technologies has gone from strength to strength and now has an impressive list of clients based around the globe. With credits as diverse as flying a car above a theatre auditorium for Chitty Chitty Bang Bang through to huge permanent installations such as at the Lyric Opera in Chicago, the company has built its reputation through consistent commitment to product and service development.
Although John Hastie and Mark Agers' dedication and expertise in the automation industry established the company's firm foundations, managing director Mark Ager attributes the company's rapid rise to global recognition to the team he has behind him. "Our continuing success is as a direct result of the drive and commitment of everyone at Stage Technologies. Our intention has always been to provide high quality equipment, which improves and enhances the live entertainment experience for the audience, technicians and performers. We could not have achieved this without the dedication and passion of every individual in the team"
(Sarah Rushton-Read)
