What Encore Event Rentals does

Encore Event Rentals is a privately held party and event equipment rental company headquartered at 7710 Jewella Ave in Shreveport, Louisiana. Founded in 2011 and operating with 11–50 employees, the company rents tents, tables, chairs, linens, audio-visual and lighting equipment, staging, draping, dance floors, dinnerware, glassware, concession equipment, and wedding accessories to customers across the Ark-La-Tex region — including Shreveport, Bossier City, Longview, Tyler, Texarkana, Natchitoches, Alexandria, Monroe, and Marshall TX.

The business runs on a catalog of more than 25 rental categories managed through Point-of-Rental software, with an online quote builder on encoreeventrentals.com supplementing phone-based inside sales. Revenue is generated primarily through short-term, quote-based equipment rentals priced per item per event, complemented by event planning services covering event design, vendor management, HVAC/electrical coordination, and logistics. The company also lists used equipment for sale when inventory is cycled out, and operates a franchising channel through encorefranchise.com, though franchise unit counts are not disclosed.

Encore's customer base spans weddings, corporate events, private parties, festivals, and tradeshows, with weddings and corporate events flagged as primary segments. Distribution is regional and direct: the company handles its own delivery and setup logistics. Ownership is private with no disclosed institutional backing; leadership is anchored by President/Owner Chris Sater.

Name

Encore Event Rentals

Legal name

Encore Event Rentals

Website

https://encoreeventrentals.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Encore Event Rentals is a privately held, Shreveport-based party and event equipment rental company serving weddings, corporate events, festivals, and private parties across the Ark-La-Tex region with tents, tables, chairs, AV, lighting, staging, and dinnerware on a quote-based rental model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Equipment Rental

NAICS

Recreational Goods Rental (532284), All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries (713990), Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries (711)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Equipment Rental & Leasing (7350), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Corporate Event Rentals (Furniture, Staging, Tents) (HSACADAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Event Furniture Rentals (Tables, Chairs, Lounge) (HSACAFAB), Tent & Canopy Rentals (HSACAFAA), Corporate, Event & Staging Furniture Rental (Short-Term) (CRAIAOAG), Catering Equipment, Rentals & Setup (Non-decor) (HSACAGAL)

Keywords

• Event equipment rental
• Tent rental services
• Party rentals
• Wedding rentals
• Corporate event equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Shreveport

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment Rentals: Short-term rental of event equipment including tents, tables, chairs, linens, staging, audio visual equipment, lighting, and wedding accessories. Pricing is per item per rental period with delivery and setup services available.
2. Event Planning Services: Full-service event planning support including event design, vendor management for catering and concessions, HVAC, electrical and power, entertainment, and event logistics.
3. Used Equipment Sales: Sale of used rental equipment when inventory is cycled out. Currently shows no items available for sale.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Encore Event Rentals provides short-term rental of party and event equipment — including tents, tables, chairs, linens, audio visual equipment, lighting, staging, dance floors, draping, concession equipment, dinnerware, and climate control — along with delivery, setup, and event planning services for weddings, corporate events, festivals, trade shows, and private celebrations in the Shreveport-Bossier metro and broader Ark-La-Tex region.

Product overview

Encore Event Rentals operates as a regional party and event rental company offering a comprehensive equipment inventory for weddings, corporate events, festivals, and private celebrations across the Shreveport-Bossier area and Greater Ark-La-Tex region. The core offering centers on tent rentals (including frame tents, clear-top tents, tent liners, and sidewalls), table rentals, and chair rentals, supported by an extensive accessories portfolio including chair covers, chair sashes, centerpieces, carpet and flooring, linens and tablecloths, audio visual equipment, lighting, food service equipment, staging, draping, lounge furniture, and wedding-specific items. The company provides equipment-only rentals as well as event planning services for corporate events, private parties, festivals, and weddings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tent Rentals Frame tents, clear-top tents, tent liners, and tent sidewalls for outdoor events. Tents range from 10'x10' up to 40'x100' and can be retrofitted with lighting, heating, air-conditioning, flooring, doors, electrical hook-up, and safety kits.
• Table Rentals Rental of round tables (48" to 72"), rectangular tables (6' and 8'), cocktail tables, conference tables, serpentine tables, and card tables for events of all sizes.
• Chair Rentals Folding chairs, banquet chairs, Chiavari barstools, and specialty chairs including the White Loveseat Countess. Black folding chairs are certified up to 800 lbs.
• Linens & Tablecloths Table linens in polyester, satin, lamour, pintuck, and crushed iridescent fabrics in various sizes and colors, including complementary table skirts.
• Chair Cover & Sash Rentals Universal and specialty chair covers in satin and spandex, plus decorative chair sashes in satin, spandex, taffeta, and crush taffeta available in over 40 colors for banquet and folding chairs.
• Centerpiece Rentals Glass vases in cylinder, trumpet, hurricane, and jewelry vase designs, plus decorative centerpiece options for tablescapes.
• Carpet & Flooring Rentals Red and pink carpet runners in various dimensions plus MATRAX subfloor panels rated at 225 psi with 25,000 lbs/sq ft static load for heavy-duty temporary flooring.
• Audio Visual Equipment Rentals Projectors, wireless screens, LED spotlights, chandeliers, and gobo lighting for presentations and event ambiance.
• Lighting Equipment Rentals LED lighting including followspots, gobos, and metro square chandeliers for event illumination and atmosphere.
• Food Service Equipment Rentals Chafing dishes, serving stations, and related items for food preparation and service at events.
• Beverage Service Equipment Rentals Bars and beverage dispensers for event beverage service.
• Concession Equipment Rentals Equipment and supplies for concession operations at festivals and large-scale events.
• Draping Rentals Decorative draping for venues, stages, and event spaces.
• Staging Equipment Rentals Portable staging solutions for performances, presentations, and elevated viewing areas.
• Dance Floor Rentals Dance floor surfaces for wedding receptions and celebration events.
• Lounge Furniture Rentals White Loveseat Countess and other lounge furniture for VIP seating areas.
• Wedding Accessories Rentals Wedding-specific items including a draped wedding canopy, Tuscan columns, white columns in various heights, and registry stands.
• Trade Show Equipment Rentals Complete tradeshow booth packages with chairs, tablecloths, and drapes in various colors and heights.
• Cooling & Heating Equipment Rentals Fans and heaters for tented outdoor events.
• Dinnerware & Glassware Rentals China plates, bowls, serving pieces, water goblets, wine glasses, cocktail glasses, and flatware/utensil sets for formal dining service.
• Corporate Event Planning Services Full-service event planning for corporate events covering event design, vendor management for catering and concessions, HVAC, electrical and power, entertainment and activities, and event logistics.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Distinctive Event Rentals: Regional event rental operator focused on weddings and corporate events, providing tents, tables, chairs, linens, and décor. Closely matches Encore's product mix and customer concentration in weddings and corporate functions.
• Town & Country Event Rentals: Regional event rental company providing tents, tables, chairs, linens, AV, and event services to weddings, corporate, and private clients. Closely mirrors Encore's turnkey rental-plus-planning model in a comparable regional footprint.
• Peak Event Services: Event rental provider offering tents, staging, lighting, flooring, and décor alongside event management support. Comparable core offering and customer segments (corporate events, festivals, weddings) to Encore.
• Select Event Group: Event rental and services company offering tents, furniture, staging, lighting, AV, and production support for corporate events, festivals, and weddings. Comparable full-service event rental profile to Encore.
• Mahaffey Tent & Event Solutions: Tent and event rental company specializing in large-scale tent installations, climate control, flooring, and rigging for corporate events, festivals, and sporting events. Comparable product portfolio and event-production focus to Encore's tent-led offering.

Emerging players

• EventSource: Mid-market event rental company providing tents, tables, chairs, and décor to corporate, wedding, and festival clients. Comparable product breadth and customer profile to Encore, though typically operating in different metropolitan markets.

Regional players

• Marquee Party Rentals: Regional party and event rental company serving weddings, corporate, and private events with a multi-category inventory of tents, tables, chairs, and décor. Comparable operating model to Encore, though operating in different geographies.
• All Star Rentals & Sales: Rental company serving contractor, homeowner, and event customers across a regional footprint with tents, tables, chairs, and party/event inventory. Comparable breadth of categories to Encore, with primary focus on tool and equipment rental rather than pure event rental.

Broad incumbents

• Bright Event Rentals: One of the largest party and event rental companies in the US, offering tents, tables, chairs, linens, and event production across multiple states. Directly comparable to Encore in product mix and target customers, but operates at significantly greater scale and geographic breadth.
• CORT Event Furnishings: National furniture rental provider (including the legacy Classic Party Rentals business) supplying event and household furniture nationwide. Overlaps with Encore's furniture/décor/tables-and-chairs categories but operates at much greater scale and with residential as well as event exposure.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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