Walter Ryon

Director of Audio Visual
Merchants Exchange Productions

Originating in theatrical productions, I am a technical artist with a background in event design and direction. I love nothing more than creating stunning and dramatic experiences for people to gather, commune, and connect. The global pandemic has obviously changed the way we gather and the technology that we use to do so. I’ve been lucky to work around the US and globally on a variety of projects that have expanded my sense of design and technology. And I love a challenge. I’ve originated my last 4 job positions, and had the pleasure of building new teams and business structures in the process. I’m so glad to be back in person creating live, virtual and hybrid events as we traverse this new normal.

I live and work in the San Francisco Bay Area. I moved here with my husband from Abu Dhabi with our pup, Sally. I’m quickly falling in love with the area.

I think she’s already at home #hotellife #luxury #saluki #whippet #sally #gorgeous
Love this ole man!!! Happy Birthday! #41 #officiallyinhisforties @adamlikesit
Loving my Las Vegas crew! #happybirthday Darryl! @adamlikesit @kimmyt1510 #fremontstreet #lasvegas
A few years ago -my mom called me with the soul crushing news that she was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The immediate fear of not knowing what the future may hold for her health and her happiness was extremely scary. My mom is one of t
Happy Friday. Needed this weekend getaway with the hubs! @adamlikesit #palmsprings
Ready for some sportsball!!!!! Come through RiRi!!!!
Love this man so much. Happy 10 Year Anniversary. Thank you for being my rock and partner in crime for the last decade. @adamlikesit
Delayed Christmas with the family! Such a nice day @adamlikesit @jess_ryon @sydneyryon #newjersey #family #fambam
My newest creation. #leatherwork #leather #craft #happybirthday mom! If you have leather projects, let me know!
I don’t want to leave #palmsprings @adamlikesit what a wonderful weekend!
Fun snow day with the family! #tahoe #xmaseve #fam #sledding
Is this too high of a camera angle??? #eagle #sf #gay
Reposting as instagram took down my first post that MyHeritage created. Too good not to reshare. #beardgoals #ai
While work can be strenuous some days, I really do love designing events @juliamorganballroom #sanfrancisco #birthdayparty #floralchandelier #eventdesign #lightingdesign
Happy 80s cult classic Halloween!!! @adamlikesit @kelsbellsxo @chefgrluna @kimmyt1510
Beautiful day with the hubby! @adamlikesit #sanfrancisco #fall waiting for our @zazie_sf reunion!
Had such a lovely time last night with the hubs @adamlikesit @ritzcarlton love a good opportunity to dress up.
What a nice quick vacation! #sandiego #hotdadweekend #thicc @adamlikesit @erincarmen