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FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif. , April 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Image Options, a premier provider of visual communication and custom fabrication solutions for retail, event, and corporate environments, has announced the acquisition of SPMD, an acclaimed interdisciplinary design and fabrication studio based in Los Angeles. This acquisition significantly expands Image Options' creative capabilities, enabling comprehensive concept-to-completion services for clients nationwide.
This marks Image Options' third acquisition, highlighting the company's careful approach to strategic growth that consistently supports its mission and enhances financial performance and market presence. Founded in 1999, Image Options has long delivered visually impactful environments through innovative print and fabrication solutions, working with renowned global brands and industry leaders. Image Options has achieved annual sales reaching as high as $43 million , underscoring its prominent market position.
SPMD is a global, collaborative studio of designers, fabricators, and curators who are focused on visual storytelling in the built environment. Established in 2011 by Sean Madden , the company has achieved revenue surpassing $17 million in recent years. With expertise in strategy, branding, wayfinding, art curation, experience design, environmental graphic design, and architectural installations, their work is driven by the understanding that layering multiple branding and storytelling tactics creates memorable opportunities for human connection.
SPMD's clients include renowned global brands and industry leaders such as Google, Netflix, CAA, YouTube, NetApp, and Warner Music Group. Sean Madden , Founder and CEO of SPMD, will join Image Options as Chief Creative Officer and Executive Vice President, bringing over 30 years of creative leadership in strategic art, branding, and implementation. "We are thrilled to welcome SPMD into the Image Options family," said Barry Polan , CEO of Image Options.
"By uniting our complementary strengths, we dramatically enhance our ability to serve existing clients and reach new markets. SPMD's talented team and unique design-to-build approach, combined with our robust production capabilities, form an unbeatable combination, enabling us to create truly exceptional environments from initial concept through final installation," added Polan. "Joining Image Options represents an incredible opportunity for SPMD," said Sean Madden.
"Together, we're positioned to redefine industry standards in visual storytelling in the built environment. Our combined teams share a passion for innovation and quality, and I'm excited to leverage our joint capabilities to deliver groundbreaking solutions to our clients." Effective immediately, SPMD will continue to function as SPMD, a Division of Image Options, leading its creative, design, and experiential market, while continuing to serve existing clients and expanding their creative and production resources.
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