Director of Event Operations

• Nov 2022 - Present

VIP Manager

• Jan 2022 - Dec 2022

Covid Compliance Officer

• Nov 2020 - Dec 2021

Project based Covid Compliance Officer for the live events and film industry. Helping Crew/Artist/Staff mitigate risk on-site while adhering to CDC, local, and union guidelines. Role responsibilities include: (Advance) Working with production(s) and venue to create and implement event protocols, create or advise on testing schedule and arrival timelines, and sourcing/purchasing PPE and Covid Compliance items for productions. (On-Site/Event): Oversee and implement Covid event protocols including: testing/arrival check-in (temp checks, CDC questions, social distance markings, signage), observe and remind staff/crew/talent of covid protocols for site/set, high-touch cleaning, vendor sourcing for site deep clean, confidential record keeping (for contact tracing/health department purposes-if needed). TRAINING, EDUCATION + CERTIFICATES: Health Education Services -Covid Compliance for Live Events -COVID-19 Compliance Officer -Pandemic Compliance Advisor for Meeting Industry Professionals World Health Organization -Infection Prevention Control (IPC) for COVID-19 -Covid-19: How to put on/remove PPE Safe Sets International - Covid-19, Level A OSHA 360 Training -COVID-19 Awareness American Healthcare Academy (Certification) CPR/AED, Standard First Aid & Bloodborne Pathogens EVENTS Nashville Business Journal CEO Awards Covid Compliance Officer, Plan Experiential 1 Day | 200 Attendees | Networking Event + Award Ceremony Firefly Festival - Dover, DE Covid Compliance Officer + Artist Health Screening Lead 19 Days | 190+ acts | Festival Brandi Carlile: Ryman Auditorium (Livestream + Concert) CCO Lead | 2 Days | 60+ (artist/crew/staff) Grand Ole Opry: 95 Years of Country Music, (NBC, SAG/AFTRA) CCO | 4 Days | 150 (artist/crew/staff) LEVL Up Festival: Ryman Auditorium (Livestream) CCO Lead | 3 Days | 135 (artist/crew/staff) Show less

Billie Eilish, VIP Coordinator

• Feb 2020 - Mar 2020

VIP Coordinator for the Billie Eilish Where Do We Go? Tour Note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the Tour was forced to hit the pause button mid-March. Pre-Tour Responsibilities Included: - Consultation of VIP Footprint Elements with Management and Design Agency - Vendor Facilitation - VIP Merchandise Logistics (Apple, Inc.) - Advancing Program + Budget with Venues - Hiring (3) VIP Assistants per Market via personal Staffing Database & Contacts (DOS) Responsibilities Facilitating all Elements of the VIP Program to Artist and Management Expectations including: - Set up and Break down of 30x30 Meet & Greet Footprint/Elements & VIP Check-In Space(s) - Management / CS of (2) VIP Program tiers including Artist M&G (VIP1) and GA Early Entry (VIP2) - Management of Local Assistants - Training of Venue Security on Program and VIP Timeline/Flow - VIP DOS Settlement - Inventory, Budget, and Program Reports + Tracking - Responsible for Load In + Load Out of all VIP Elements in a safe and timely manner - Communication with Design Agency on Issues with VIP Room Elements - Communication with Record Company on Successes/Improvements for VIP Program Show less

VIP Coordinator

• Jan 2017 - Jan 2020

+ Rob Thomas, Chip Tooth Smile Tour (2019) + Justin Timberlake, Man of The Woods World Tour (2018-2019) + Five Finger Death Punch, European Tour (2017) + Justin Bieber, Purpose World Tour (2016-2017) + Rob Thomas, Chip Tooth Smile Tour (2019) + Justin Timberlake, Man of The Woods World Tour (2018-2019) + Five Finger Death Punch, European Tour (2017) + Justin Bieber, Purpose World Tour (2016-2017)

Alan Jackson, VIP Manager

• Aug 2017 - Dec 2017

Alan Jackson's Honky Tonk Highway Tour (2017) Alan Jackson's Honky Tonk Highway Tour (2017)

Motley Crue & Alice Cooper, VIP Manager

• Jun 2014 - Dec 2015

2 Years | North America & Europe | Arenas + Motley Crue & Alice Cooper, The Final Tour 2 Years | North America & Europe | Arenas + Motley Crue & Alice Cooper, The Final Tour

Sr. Field Manager for XFINITY on Taylor Swift's 1989 World Tour

• May 2015 - Oct 2015

55 Shows | North America | Stadiums & Arenas On the six-month North American Tour my responsibilities included: Transforming the backstage Meet & Greet area into a 30x30 XFINITY branded space called 'Loft 89'. The interior was reminiscent of a New York City Loft which made for an intimate experience for fans and VIP's waiting to meet the artist pre and post show. Additionally I was responsible for the XFINITY concourse activation (30x30) that gave concert attendees an interactive way to re-familiarize themselves with the brand x artist partnership through photo stations, a one of a kind interactive mirror, and artist themed contests / giveaways. During the tour I managed 1-Full Time Field Manager, 4-Local Crew, and up to 24-Brand Ambassadors per show. Show less

Coachella Festival, Activation Manager for Sephora Collection

• Apr 2014 - May 2015

As Activation Manager for Sephora Collection at Coachella my responsibilities included overseeing the 40x40 footprint which transformed a white tent into a makeup oasis over the course of a 4-day build in the middle of the Polo Grounds. In advance of the shows I developed new organizational strategies for our inventory which helped the client efficiently service fans on show days. On site I managed 2-Brand Ambassadors and was liaison to the team of Sephora Pro Makeup Artists working inside the footprint. Additionally I designed and managed the interior of the Sephora x Artist Trailer just steps away from the main stages providing makeup and hair services to artists and their staff. Show less

Demi Lovato & Little Mix, VIP Manager

• Feb 2014 - May 2014

+ Little Mix, Neon Lights US Tour + Demi Lovato, Neon Lights South American Tour + Little Mix, Neon Lights US Tour + Demi Lovato, Neon Lights South American Tour

Motley Crue, VIP Manager

• Apr 2013 - Oct 2013

+ Motley Crue, Canadian Tour (2015) + Motley Crue, Hard Rock Hotel - Las Vegas Residency (2015) + Motley Crue, Canadian Tour (2015) + Motley Crue, Hard Rock Hotel - Las Vegas Residency (2015)

Tour Manager (Sponsor)

• Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

+ Justin Bieber, Believe Tour for Essence Cosmetics (2013) + So You Think You Can Dance Tour for Got2B (2010) + Miley Cyrus, Wonder World Tour for Walmart (2009) + Justin Bieber, Believe Tour for Essence Cosmetics (2013) + So You Think You Can Dance Tour for Got2B (2010) + Miley Cyrus, Wonder World Tour for Walmart (2009)

P!NK, Tour Manager for CoverGirl

• Mar 2013 - Mar 2013

+ P!NK, Truth About Love Tour (2013) + P!NK, Truth About Love Tour (2013)

Youth Outreach Programs Logistics Manager

• Feb 2011 - Mar 2013

During my time with the Keep A Breast Foundation I was responsible for the management of over 250+ Events per year which helped spread education and awareness for Breast Cancer to music fans around the World. I trained and managed the touring team(s) and scheduled over 400 volunteers a year to assist with KAB's mission. I created and maintained a budget for the Youth Outreach Program of up to $300K and oversaw fundraising efforts for the DIY Action Program (which raised over $100K yearly). I re-organized the KAB Warehouse and developed new procedures for Staff (US & Int'l) including Merchandise and Donation Accounting forms, Event settlement forms, and Event Inventory request processes. I was involved in the overall design of the KAB Branding for Tours and Events and developed Event Kits for Staff to use in the field (Fundraising, Local, Tour, Festival). During my time at KAB I also worked on the road as Tour Manager where my main responsibilities were coordinating day-to-day travel for the staff and driver, overseeing artist and band relationships, contract negotiation and fulfillment, and educating concert attendees about Breast Health and KAB's overall Mission. Tours and Events included: - All Time Low Tour | North America | 2011 + Krazy Fest | Lexington, KY | 2011 + Bamboozle Festival | East Rutherford, NJ | 2011 & 2012 + Zumiez Couch Tour | North America | 2011 + Journey's Backyard BBQ Tour | North America | 2011 + Dew Tour | Burlington, VT | 2012 + Vans Warped Tour | North America | 2011 & 2012 + East Coast Surfing Championships | Virginia Beach, VA | 2012 Show less

Tour & Brand Experience Manager

• May 2005 - Dec 2010

Responsible for managing partnerships on music and mobile tours throughout North America. MUSIC & MOBILE TOURS INCLUDE: + Drake and the Campus Consciousness Tour, Brand Manager for WhiteWave Foods (2010) + Rockstar Mayhem Festival, Brand Manager for FUELTV (2010) + Country Throwdown Tour, Tour Manager for the Keep A Breast Foundation (2010) + Vans Warped Tour, Tour Manager for RockBand (2009) + Rockband Live Tour, Brand Manager for PepsiCo. (2008) + Vans Warped Tour, Brand Manager for Myspace (2008) + Microsoft 'See For Yourself' College Tour (2008) + March of Dimes, Every Baby Has A Story Tour (2007) + Lufthansa Airlines College Tour (2007) + Co-Ed Magazine College Tour (2006) + Vans Warped Tour, Non Profit Area Assistant Coordinator (2006 & 2007) + Camplified Summer Camp Tour (2005) Additional brands I've represented include: ABC Family, All You Magazine, American Idol, AT&T, B4BC, Best Buy, Big Apple Circus, Blackberry, Boating Magazine, Brut, Burger King, Caritas Hospital, Chevrolet, Durex, Emergen-C, FOX, Flip Video, Fruit2Day, Fuji Film, Guitar Hero, Just Dance 2, McDonalds McCafe, Microsoft, MTVU, New England Boat Show, Nestea, Propel Water, RockBand/RockBand2, Schecky’s Girls Night Out, Scholastic, Simon Malls, Staples, Starbucks Verizon Wireless, Virgin Mobile, TheMarkets.com, Wii "Just Dance", WWE Show less

Personal Assistant, David Copperfield

• Apr 2009 - May 2009

85 Shows | North America & The Bahamas » Acted as Personal Assistant to magician David Copperfield for eighty-five shows in Las Vegas and on the road as well as at his private island in the Bahamas » Assisted with managing meet and greets, press interviews, and post-show activities » Coordinated travel and daily schedule » Set up dressing room(s), and hotel rooms, to ensure it met the talents needs » Handled special requests and projects » Assisted with transporting birds from US to talents private island in the Bahamas » Worked as behind the scenes show assistant fulfilling show cues for David » Received and answered fan mail and autograph requests » Implemented new organization strategies at warehouse and museum Show less

Editor In Chief, Co-Founder

• Jan 2001 - Feb 2009

As Co-Founder/Creator of Hot Vibes Magazine (2001-2009) I participated in and oversaw hundreds of interviews with bands, artists, and industry professionals including, Jordan Knight of New Kids on the Block, Matthew Knowles (Manager, Destiny's Child), New Found Glory, Simple Plan, Something Corporate, and many more. I helped create fundraising opportunities which allowed the magazine to produce a print version which was sent to subscribers nationwide. I was responsible for designing the print version of the Magazine in QuarkXPress which featured paid ads from several sponsors. In addition to industry interviews Hot Vibes also penned concert reviews and created one of a kind contests for fans including a Pre-Show Pizza Party with Boy Band LMNT (of TV's 'Making the Band' fame). Show less