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SAN DIEGO, CA \u2014 <\/strong>A national movement is taking shape as Encore Global workers in multiple cities are demanding fair wages, dignity on the job, and an end to Encore\u2019s exploitative labor practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Encore Global is a leading provider of audiovisual and event technology services in hotels and convention centers. On February 28, Encore workers across the country\u2014including San Diego, Philadelphia, Seattle, Las Vegas, Anaheim, Los Angeles, and Monterey CA\u2014began distributing informational materials and raising awareness about the company\u2019s labor practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The campaign sends a clear message: when Encore mistreats workers in one city, their colleagues across the country will respond. Workers are seeking fair wages and respect for the value they bring. This news follows IATSE\u2019s November announcement that Encore AV Workers in Las Vegas Face Union-Busting<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>including mandatory \u2018captive audience meetings\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cEncore\u2019s corporate leadership has consistently played hardball in negotiations, flaunted existing agreements, and tried to bust new unions within its workforce,\u201d said International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) International President Matthew D. Loeb. \u201cIt\u2019s not surprising we are now witnessing an emerging movement where Encore workers are standing up for their futures. It\u2019s time this company treats its folks like people, not gear.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In San Diego, IATSE Local 122 led the charge, hosting a press conference after their contract with Encore Global Expired on February 21, 2025. The press conference featured labor leaders, politicians, and workers, who gathered to bring awareness to the ongoing contract fight. Negotiations were previously stalled as Encore refused to offer fair wages, but the day of action drove Encore back to the table, with further negotiations scheduled. A livestream of the event is available here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Robert Morales, Business Representative for IATSE Local 122 said,\u201cThe employees at Encore are highly skilled professionals\u2014many with college degrees in their craft\u2014who set up the audiovisual, lighting, rigging, and staging necessary to put on world-class conventions and corporate events. Yet Encore continues to pay them below area standards. It\u2019s time for Encore to recognize the value of this workforce.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Companies that invest in their workers create more successful events, retain skilled professionals, and improve workplace safety. The live events industry is moving towards union partnerships because a stable, skilled workforce creates better events and stronger businesses. For example, Gorham Street Productions Stagehands\u2019 Union was recently voluntarily recognized<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead of embracing this reality, workers believe Encore\u2019s practices drive up turnover and increase training costs, cultivating a precarious and inexperienced workforce. Workplace accidents have happened, and Encore has occasionally been unable to fully service certain events, even losing venues and market share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cEncore is spending so much time trying to circumvent the union that their core business model is non-functional,\u201d said IATSE International Vice President and Trade Show Department Director Carlos Cota. \u201cThey are spending more on union-avoidance than it would cost to negotiate fair contracts. It doesn\u2019t make sense.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As more workers across the country join this movement, IATSE remains committed to ensuring all Encore employees\u2014union and non-union alike\u2014understand their rights and what\u2019s at stake. For updates on the campaign, visit EncoreUnfair.com<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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