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Disguise strengthens global sales team with new appointments across Live, Broadcast, VP and Location-Based Experiences

Sales new joiners

Disguise continues to expand its global commercial presence with the addition of six new hires across its Sales division. The new team members – Ryan Brett, Perry Teague, Richa Venkatarghavan, Stuart Barnes, Luis Feliciano and Brent Rusnak – bring a wealth of experience across live events, broadcast, sports, and attractions. Their appointments further reinforce Disguise’s commitment to supporting partners and clients worldwide with industry-leading solutions and expertise.

 

Ryan Brett, Sales Director – Venues & Attractions

Ryan Brett joins Disguise as Sales Director for Venues & Attractions, bringing over 14 years’ experience shaping technology partnerships across the themed entertainment and attractions industry. He specialises in helping destinations, from theme parks and museums to stadiums and casinos, leverage immersive media solutions to elevate storytelling and audience engagement. Previously, Ryan led strategic growth at VENU+, collaborating with global brands such as Universal, Disney, Vail Resorts, Alterra Mountain Company, Merlin, Aramark, MGM Resorts and SeaWorld. 

“I’ve spent my career helping parks create unforgettable moments for guests,” says Ryan. “At Disguise, I get to be part of the innovation that makes those moments possible. I’m inspired by the chance to work with such a talented team, constantly pushing the limits of what’s possible. Three months in, I’ve already learnt so much from smart, creative people who are fearless about taking on big, ambitious challenges. It feels like true teamwork — we’re all chasing that next wave of innovation together.”

 

Perry Teague, Sales Manager – Venues (Stadiums & Arenas)

With over a decade of experience at the intersection of technology, sports and entertainment, Perry brings deep expertise in helping venues, teams and partners deliver innovative fan experiences. A lifelong sports enthusiast, Perry is passionate about connecting cutting-edge technology with real-world emotion – helping create moments that resonate long after the final whistle.

“My passion lies in connecting cutting-edge technology with real-world fan experiences,” says Perry. “Disguise is at the forefront of shaping experiences that connect with audiences in powerful ways, and I’m excited to be part of that journey. I’m also looking forward to helping stadiums and arenas evolve into dynamic multi-entertainment destinations that bring sport, live performance and immersive experiences together.”

 

Richa Venkatarghavan, Sales Manager – Japan (APAC)

With over 20 years’ experience at the intersection of creativity, technology and sales, Richa began her career as a CG artist in the VFX and games industry before moving into sales in Japan, where she has lived and worked for the past 13 years. Prior to Disguise, she worked with leading automotive clients, delivering Unreal Engine–based solutions to support the development of ADAS and autonomous driving systems.

“Disguise is an incredibly innovative company — a true market leader that creates some of the world’s most breathtaking and emotionally powerful events,” comments Richa. “I’m thrilled to be part of the sales team, helping to bring equally inspiring experiences to Japan by using my bilingual skills to connect the incredible global talent of Disguise users with the Japanese market — and vice versa.”

 

Stuart Barnes, Sales Manager – Live Events, EMEA

With more than 12 years in the live events industry, helped deliver major global projects for brands including Warner Bros, Formula E, the Tour de France and the Commonwealth Games. His career has taken him from the mountains of West Virginia to São Paulo, New York and across Europe, negotiating multimillion-pound deals and bringing world-class productions to life.

“I joined Disguise because it represents a step into something bigger; a company operating on a truly global scale, delivering some of the most ambitious live experiences in the world,” says Stuart. “What excites me most is that Disguise doesn’t just power events; it helps shape experiences that redefine what’s possible. The culture, ambition and scale here make it feel like the start of something very exciting.”

 

Luis Feliciano, Sales Manager – Live Events, AMER 

Luis Feliciano joins Disguise as Sales Manager for Live Events & Rental. He brings 12 years of extensive experience supporting high-profile film and entertainment content creators with camera rental packages and technical support. Luis considers his time at ARRI a career highlight, where he successfully drove revenue growth as Sales Manager, ran the rental department, and built and developed the go-to-market strategy for the ARRI Virtual Production stage in New York. He also has on-set production experience creating content on virtual production stages and running multi-cam shoots for live events.

"I'm beyond excited to join the team at Disguise. I have a deep passion for not only producing visual content, but providing production and rental companies with the support they need to bring creative ideas to life. As a performing musician and major fan of the concert/festival experience, I understand the importance of stellar visuals across lighting, projection, and LED. My new role at Disguise feels like the perfect crossroads where my creative passions, technical knowledge, and sales skills collide. Driving revenue growth in the live events and rental vertical at Disguise is going to be a blast!"

 

Brent Rusnak, Sales Manager – Virtual Production & Broadcast

Based in Tampa, Florida, Brent Rusnak joins Disguise as Sales Manager for Film, Television and Broadcast. With over seven years of experience in production and entertainment, Brent has led virtual production initiatives across a wide range of sectors including sports, commercial production, feature film, medical and automotive.

“I chose Disguise because of the passion, innovation and quality that both the people and products represent,” says Brent. “The impact Disguise has had on our industry is undeniable, and being part of a team that pushes the boundaries of technology and entertainment is something I’m truly proud of. My trip to London to meet the team really confirmed what a special company this is; I’m excited to help grow not just our Virtual Production department, but Disguise as a whole.”

We’re thrilled to welcome Ryan, Perry, Brent, Luis, Stuart, and Richa to Disguise. Each brings unique expertise, fresh creativity and unbounded energy that will strengthen our global sales team. Together, they’ll help drive our next phase of growth; expanding our presence across regions and industries while continuing to set the standard for innovation and excellence in real-time visual storytelling.
Jake Stone, SVP of Sales at Disguise
Jake Stone

Commercial Senior Vice President at Disguise