David J. Knee, New York, David is the Chief Operating Officer & Partner at IDEKO, a full-service experiential production agency. He is tasked with managing the day-to-day operations of IDEKO, including but not limited to companywide project budgeting, reconciliation, contracting, insurance, finance, and human resources. David also plays a significant role in the client management and sales process where he has established long standing relationships with brands including Nike, Burberry, SKIMS and TOPPS, to name a few. David continues to play a key role in identifying and establishing relationships with unique venues across the country as well as navigating permitting and regulatory compliance. Prior to joining IDEKO, David served as Business Operations and Development Manager for Production Glue where he played a large role in the day-to-day operations and business development initiatives. Before this, David worked in the procurement department at Sub Rosa, an advertising, creative, and strategy Agency based in NYC. He managed the logistical aspects of large campaigns, activations, and events for some of the world's largest brands. David graduated from Binghamton University with a B.A. in Political Science. In 2023, David was named to BizBash's 40 under 40 most influential people in the event industry. Specialties: Human Resources, Finance, Client Services, Project Budgeting, Problem Solving, Client Management, Team Management, Operations, Procurement, Vendor Management, Venues & Location Scouting, Permit Expediting, Research & Feasibility, Project Management, Event Execution