The backbone of Custom Creation is our dedicated staff. We share in the same philosophy of client satisfaction and excellence. Our staff members collaborate with clients to generate the most strategic way of achieving a better return on their marketing investments. We bring a wealth of talent to every project whether large or small.
Management Team
Greg Dykes, President and Founder
Greg started Custom Creation in 1988 to partner with companies on their trade show marketing programs. Greg’s background in construction, creative design and education in engineering have all served well in the conception, design and production of effective exhibit properties and programs.
Gary Cross, Project Manager
Gary has been with Custom Creation for the past 17 years. He continually works with clients to assist in developing and achieving their marketing and trade show goals. As project manager, Gary oversees the exhibit program management; from concept to finished property, oversight of the on-site I&D and logistics. He has extensive experience in the realms of 3 dimensional marketing, corporate environments, specialty fabrication and build-out, production sets, props and materials for special events.
Jim Strain, Project Manager
Jim has been with Custom Creation for the past 16 years. He is a well organized manager with strong customer service skills and has a comprehensive knowledge of materials and methods of construction. Jim has a creative nature, an eye for detail and great problem solving abilities. As project manager, he has extensive experience in museum and corporate environments, specialty fabrication and build-out, production sets, props and materials for special events. Jim was previously employed for many years as a construction superintendent for an Austin homebuilder.
James (JB) Barnes, Creative Services and Project Manger
JB has been with Custom Creation for 10 years and was a consultant to the company for 4 years prior to joining full time. He has worked in communications, marketing and graphic design. His expertise is divided between being the creative director for Custom Creation and project management for our clients that range from logistics for trade shows and graphic design of large format images.