"We welcomed designer Donnie Brawner to our production staff last year, and he has been an absolute God Send to what we are doing here at Prestonwood Baptist Church."
R. Todd Bell, Minister Of Music & Worship, Prestonwood Baptist Church
“From the initial meeting to the completion of our project your firm went above and beyond, within budget and on a difficult timetable. Your coordination efforts were incredible and you made us feel like we were a high priority.”
Kim Noblitt, Associate Pastor Of Worship Ministries, FBC Springdale AR
"When preparing to design our new worship facility, we were looking for a company that could do it all: sound, lighting, stage design, video, digital signage & acoustics. Brawner and Associates not only met, but exceeded our expectations in all of these areas. They were crucial to the success of our project."
Timothy Neptune, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church Marco Island, FL
"Confident, Creative, Cool under pressure and Committed to quality performances. That describes Donnie Brawner and his approach to every show he's directed for us. Thanks for being such a strong partner to the Ranger family!"
David Sneed - Advertising Director, Ranger Boats
"I’ve been impressed with your depth of technical knowledge and your ability to communicate your specialized designs with the owner representatives. The owner felt they could trust your recommendations and design. I know that we’re in good hands when we have your design team on board. Ittner appreciates the ability to work with Brawner and Associates as a team member in the design process."
Carolyn Green, Architect, William B. Ittner Architectural
“Brawner and Associates is really able to think with the same mindset of those of us in ministry applications. Their understanding and experience of our somewhat unique niche in the lighting world gives me a sense of relief on a major project like this. When you trust someone, the project goes a lot smoother!”
Bryan Bailey, Media Director, Church At Pinnacle Hills
We wouldn’t even consider a project like this without you and your team making sure everything is on target, on budget and on time. I know you didn’t have to go the extra distance, but you did. You have spoiled us!
Denny Hilton, Hilton & Associates Entertainment Consulting
Brawner & Associates is a leading force in designing lighting for churches "right." Donnie and his group worked cooperatively with our church staff, listened and responded accordingly to our needs. The end result of their work will greatly enhance any worship environment or production. I highly recommend Brawner to anyone serious about doing it "right".
Buster Pray, Associate Pastor Of Worship, Crossgates Baptist Church
Brawner & Associates is the ONLY lighting solution for my projects because of their dedication to seeing a project through to completion. Not only do they provide the highest quality lighting, but their effects are a vital part of the TOTAL Audience experience!
Greg Pierce, Vice President Production Services, Flagler Productions, Inc
The proof of the quality of their work was shown in our first service. The new systems helped take us to a new level in our services. Our worship experience has been enhanced, our congregation participates more, and the mood is better because of the level of excellence of the presentation. I am so glad that we followed the recommendations of Brawner & Associates and now I can't imagine doing a service without the environment they helped create."
Ritchie Miller, Pastor Avalon Church
"I have worked with Brawner & Associates on four major theatre projects and I would highly recommend their consultation/design services. They are readily available to their client, follow through with excellent results in a timely manner and make safety a top priority in their design. I trust them to provide me with educated and honest information I can count on."
Gary Blaylock, Fine Arts Coordinator, Rockwood School District, St. Louis, MO
"As of this year, the integrity, leadership and creative talents of Brawner & Associates has led us to hire Donnie and his team to oversee the management of the entire production."
Cyndi Nine, Production Manager, Dallas Christmas Festival
"The virtual lighting and sun study provided by Brawner has given us the confidence and knowledge we need to proceed unabated into this new form of church worship. We feel that Donnie has put us on a track of originality and creativity that is missing in many modern worship services."
Josh Stanbery, Worship Pastor, The Church At Pinnacle Hills
"The lighting glamorized each drop, the built scenery and the flow of the scene changes. Your timing with mood changes & musical score was excellent. The lighting of the Dallas Christmas Festival was simply the best I have seen in many, many years. In looking at the total production, you managed to tie it together with a very special artistic gift."
Peter Wolf – President, Wolf Scenic Inc,
"Donnie Brawner & Associates know how to produce the most highly choreographed shows without losing sight of client input or the budget. Ranger Boats has come to depend on the total commitment and quality of services that Donnie Brawner delivers."
David Sneed, Advertising Director, Ranger Boats, Inc
"The relationship from start to finish has been exceptional. Brawner and Associates worked hand in hand with our church design team, architects, engineers, and general contractor to bring the project to completion, on budget and ahead of schedule with over a thousand miles between us."
Timothy Neptune, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church Marco Island, FL.
"Your knowledge, skills and attention to the details necessary to produce our shows guaranteed our success in the area, region and beyond. I commend your leadership abilities."
Allen Henson, Director of Entertainment, Grand Palace Theatre
"Through the new LED lighting, you have helped us become more energy efficient and save yearly maintenance costs. This greatly helps our new energy conservation program. The LED units have made an amazing difference in our Worship services."
Kim Noblitt, Associate Pastor Of Worship Ministries, FBC Springdale AR
"I deeply appreciate the opportunity in working with you and I respect the professionalism in which you provided to create a terrific piece of entertainment and something everyone is very proud of."
Dean Unkefer, Special Promotions, Inc, Executive Producer, Country Showdown
"You had a few suggestions for improving the overall lighting concept of our show, I had no idea how exciting these changes could be. Let me also thank you for being so professional on every aspect of this event, from the bidding process to the load in & setup to the actual show itself."
Mary Ann Bybee, Executive Director, Miss Missouri Scholarship Program
"As creator-director of many live stage shows over the last 25 years, I can definitely recognize a skillful, artistically creative lighting designer when I see one, and Donnie Brawner is one of the best I've ever worked with. I really appreciate his dedication to understanding my creative desires, and then adding his own originality. He is a true collaborator."
Michael Meece - Producer/Director, The Savannah Theatre
"Your work, both in the initial pre-production and during the run was exemplary, and added a great deal to the show's success. The example that you set in managing the myriad concerns and obstacles you were faced with, and your willingness to work to maintain a high level of communication with all parties was the epitome of professionalism."
Peter Muste, Producer, Radio City Productions,
"We thank you…for this tremendous effort and very successful results of a brilliant show. Tourists continue to rave over this presentation and sing your high praises. Thanks for taking the time to give us and the crossings a nightly performance that people come to Mackinaw to watch."
William R. Shepler, Sheplers Mackinac Island Ferry
"We feel the innovative ideas, attention given to safety and budget, outstanding vendor management and overall coordination that Brawner & Associates bring to the table are crucial to the success of our production."
R. Todd Bell, Minister Of Music & Worship, Prestonwood Baptist Church
You are not only one of my favorite designers, but a true personal friend. Your dedication to pleasing your clients is so impressive.
Louise Mandrell, The Mandrell Sisters
"We use Donnie’s lighting to gain a more powerful & inspirational performance."
Michael Meece, Director, Dallas Christmas Festival







