Planning Stages, Inc. is an entertainment event planning organization. Our mission is to help individuals and organizations understand their markets in the interest of producing quality entertainment. We do this by assessing the needs and challenges of the client through the exchange of ideas. Our passion for creative presentation is delivered through performances that are unforgettable.Current clients include Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival, International Entertainment Buyer's Association, Borealis Records, The Franklin Theatre, Pujols Family Foundation.

Artist manager. Worked with Guy Clark and Sierra Hull

Co-producer of the Americana Music Association's Honors & Awards show at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville for five years. Worked on the production for two years with Tamara Saviano and three years with Jed Hilly, director of AMA.

Started as a volunteer in 1991 and started working in Artist Relations in 1995. Did all of the artist selection and scheduling from 2000-2006. Prior to that worked closely with "B" Townes the festival's director.