Biz New Orleans: Downtown FabWorks Founder Urges Support for Local Makers

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Biz New Orleans: Downtown FabWorks Founder Urges Support for Local Makers

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November 21, 2025

NEW ORLEANS – Daniel Krall, founder and president of Downtown FabWorks, is passionate about using production design and fabrication to create eye-catching, inspiring spaces in New Orleans and nationwide. But he believes local economic development agencies could do more to support and promote New Orleans businesses—especially around major live events like the Super Bowl.

“It breaks my heart to see big events like the NFL or WWE or NCAA just bring everything in from New Jersey or Los Angeles,” he said. “Aside from being a loss of financial opportunity for local businesses, it robs us of the opportunity to showcase our work to a larger audience, it’s a waste of THEIR money, and it’s economically and ecologically unsustainable.”

Read the full article here: https://bizneworleans.com/downtown-fabworks-founder-urges-support-for-local-makers/

Staff

November 21, 2025

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Scott Beelman

Partner, Katapult Events

In the world of live events—where things often change on a whim—it's great to have a fabrication partner who understands our business and exceeds our expectations every single time.

Kristen Kain

Owner, Kristen Kain: Marketing + Events

Downtown FabWorks is a great group to work with on any event project. They are experienced in all things related to scenic fabrication and installation, and they are flexible and accommodating as the needs of the project are developing. Having a reliable scenic partner is crucial to the success of the project—and Downtown FabWorks does not disappoint.

Mandi (Ridgdell) Mueller

Account Manager, Solomon Group

We love our partnership with Downtown FabWorks! Between their quality leadership and fortitude they are second to none.

Paul Utterback

Business Development, Crystal Clear Imaging

A model company for design and fabrication. If you can dream it, Downtown FabWorks can do it.

Irina Gusin

Independent Exhibitions Producer

Dan and his team at Downtown FabWorks were able to fully produce and execute a large-scale structure thoughtfully and in record time when my project's deadline was threatened by Hurricane Ida. I couldn't be more appreciative of Dan's professionalism and hard work during a very stressful and uncertain time. Dan and his team were a joy to work with!

Mike Cassesi

Owner, CASSESI Commercial Construction

Dan and his team are true professionals who are in a league of their own. When it comes to creativity, quality, and skill, Downtown FabWorks is a company that we know we can trust. Dan is down-to-earth, responsive, hardworking, and a true pleasure to work with every time.

Chuck Breaux, Sr.

Owner, Assurance AV Solutions

Working with Dan and his team has been great. We always have a need for custom fab solutions in our line of work and these guys deliver top-notch work on time—every time. I highly recommend them for any of your fabrication needs.