Since moving to Chicago nine years ago, entrepreneur and production powerhouse, Erica Duffy has founded and grown Camera Ambassador, one of the most reliable and artist friendly camera, grip, and electric rental companies in the country. After purchasing and renovating a 6,000sq/ft industrial loft, it now features a fully equipped recording studio, video editing suites, an event space, and co-working offices. Erica also keeps herself busy producing, doing pre-production, and marketing countless projects for clients that range from independent artists in music and film to global advertising and commercials. Some of her recent clients include -On the ground coordination and equipment management:Live NationMTV NewsHavasCity of PeoriaCaterpillar TowkioVic MensaArby’sVendini IncMarianosKFCTrunk ClubViva EscameraCounterfeit MadisonCompany of ThievesNoise and Color ScutlySummer VacationOpen UpAshley Stevenson Me and MarcyBetter Off SaidEvent and production coordination:Camera equipment education seriesAnnual networking events in partnership with ArriFox EmpireThe Main SqueezeJossie ThackerCreative CypherBrian SperryWomen of The NowPretty Lights AftersShane Hurlburt Inner Circle Meet UpTraces of Home Fundraiser Dinner