One of north Wales’ best-known live events companies has entered a new chapter after long-serving employees Gwyn and Mandy Hughes, from Bethel, Caernarfon, take ownership of the business.
The husband-and-wife team have been part of MAD Sound and Lighting for almost three decades between them, with Gwyn having worked for the company for 17 years and Mandy for 8 years. Having now bought the business, they will continue to build on the strong reputation it has established over the past 25 years, while keeping it in the hands of experienced local people.
Founded by Arwel Hughes in 2000, MAD has become one of north Wales’ leading providers of professional sound, lighting and staging services, supporting everything from community events and concerts to major festivals, including the National Eisteddfod of Wales. Earlier this year, Arwel announced his intention to step back after more than two decades in the industry and began looking for the right people to lead the business into its next chapter.
Speaking about his decision to sell MAD, Arwel said: “The company has been a huge part of my life since I was in my twenties. Now, in my fifties and the father of two young children, I want to focus on our family’s main business as funeral directors.
“I’m incredibly proud of everything we’ve achieved over the past 25 years, and I’m delighted that Gwyn and Mandy are taking the business forward. They’ve been an integral part of MAD for so long, they understand exactly what makes it special, and I’m confident they’ll continue to build on everything we’ve achieved.”
With decades of combined experience in the live events industry, Gwyn and Mandy have built long-standing relationships with customers, venues and event organisers across north Wales. Their decision to buy the business will help secure its future while safeguarding local jobs.
Gwyn said: “I’ve worked as a sound engineer since 1992 and have spent many years working alongside Arwel. During that time, we’ve built lasting relationships with customers and event organisers across north Wales, and that’s something we’re incredibly proud of. As someone who’s local to the area, I know how important those relationships are.
“We’ve worked with many of the same customers year after year, supporting everything from local food festivals and community events to some of the region’s biggest occasions. That local connection is a huge part of what makes this business successful.
“We know our customers, we know the venues and we understand what’s expected. People can expect the same dedicated team, the same professional service and the same commitment to quality that have made MAD one of north Wales’ most trusted event production companies.
“We want people to know that we’re still here, and we’re committed to building on the reputation Arwel has established over the past 25 years while continuing to invest in the future of the business.”
The change in ownership marks the beginning of a new era for MAD, ensuring continuity for its customers, partners and the many events it supports across north Wales, while keeping one of the region’s best-known events companies in local hands.
