EVENT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONIST
A Brief Timeline
1986 Learned to fit DJ gear into dad's Cutlass Supreme
1987 First paid gig
1988 Discovered purpose of circuit breakers
1989 Set off fire alarm with fog machine for first time
1991 Managed first Trade Show exhibit
1992 Promoted first Night Club
1993 Produced first Concert
1994 Started at Prince/SF Productions
1995 Booked first Corporate Event
1996 Co-founded C3D Artists & HB Records
1997 First Tour as Tour Manager/A1
1998 Co-produced first radio event
1999 Last tour as Tour Manager/A1
2001 Started at Bayside Ent as Head of Dance A&R
2002 Started at SF Booking Agency
2005 Co-founded Elle & Company
2006 Discovered hazers, last time to use a fog machine
2009 Merged with AEC to form AEC Tri-Valley
2010 Produced first televised WBA Title Fight
2012 Introduced to the Mac Viper
2013 Hired as VP Sales at Radius Group
2014 Hired as GM for Labor Resource Mgmt
2016 Opened The Stagecraft Agency
2017 First LED Wall.
2018 Segued to Video Dept
2020 Co-founded Proforce Solutions
2022 Opened XTRA
2024 To be continued
I compiled a slightly humorous snapshot of my career to illustrate the breadth of my experience and how my skill set inter connects with different roles and industries.
Although I poke fun at some of my experiences, I am proud of the experience I've gained through inspiring mentorships, ongoing training and steadfast commitment to providing solutions.
Background
Event Production is in my blood. It has allowed me to combine my natural talents with ideals I'm passionate about to build a career that I love and enjoy ongoing success. From my earliest days as a mobile DJ when I had to take the bus to our gigs because I wasn't old enough to drive, I have learned the value of being reliable, accountable, and professional. My entire career has been centered around a single purpose - caring for my clients by being a solution provider.
Over the course of my career, I have poured myself into increasing my knowledge, broadening my experience, and improving my value. I welcome challenges and face difficult situations with a calm sense of confidence. With over 30 years served in various roles, I admit that every show will be another learning experience, but I rarely face an issue that I can't say, "No problem, I broke that before."
