President, Booking Manager
CurrentDirector of Operations for an independent agency specializing in domestic and international booking representation for touring bands and performing artists. Innovated, customized and supervised implementation of all internal operations and administrative processes applicable to accounting, data management, contracts administration, lead tracking, sales management, artist itineraries, invoicing, payroll, marketing and web development, press release crafting and distribution. Responsible for hiring and supervision of staff and independent contractors, team building and management of all aspects of agency operations and booking processes for >1000 events each year.Principal Booking Agent, working closely with artists, management, record labels and associates to develop professional and fiscal growth strategies through deliberate performance placement and marketing. Account management duties including industry and market specific research, development of new business and revenue streams for clients and staff, prospecting, lead development and assignment, targeted solicitation and follow through with relevant buyers, responding to incoming inquiries, maintaining and increasing business among established customer base, coordination of marketing campaigns, sponsor relations, record keeping, and management of buyer inquiries and requests. Responsible for representing performers’ interests from first contact through post event follow up.Independent Promoter responsible for planning, marketing and supervising all aspects of independently promoted events. Professional consultant for event programming and entertainment marketing for select clients. Ongoing recruitment of new clients, exploration of ancillary revenue streams and development of new opportunities for established clients. www.highwaykey.com