Lusso Production Group brings sophisticated experiential hospitality and event production into the space of motor sports and live events. Self-funded, Lusso provides for over a billion dollars in buying power to acquire, operate and build businesses.Our Expertise:Hospitality, Sports and Entertainment, Excursions and Adventures, Enterprise/B2B, Event Production and Philanthropy

2019 Gannett Sports Awards TourThe Gannett High School Sports Awards celebrates excellence in high school sports across 22 regions nationwide as well as on a national level. Regional programs culminate in in-person award ceremonies from April through June where winners are announced and special awards are given, providing a platform to honor and recognize outstanding student-athletes.Venue management and box office communication prior to and during eventOversight of project team: Clearwing production, Gannett national, local Gannett market teams, venue staff, union labor, Etzel interns and brand ambassadors Management of workback schedule and deliverables, including sponsor deliverable fulfillment Regular attendance on market facing production calls Show day staffing management including brand ambassadors, ushers & other event staff VIP Logistics and catering management Asset management support including stage assets, lobby assets and trophy managementGuest speaker logisticsCustomized templates for run of show and script to fit the unique market nuances in conjunction with the show producerOversight of show production prep and graphic content curation including securing final run of show and script

Thuzio is a sports events and media company that produces a national event series celebrating renowned athletes and sports moments while showcasing the shared values of sports, business and life. The invitation only event series provides unrivaled access to sports icons in premium hospitality settings for a business membership community. Event Manager:Executed on-site event management, including sponsor activations Responsible for booking and managing day of staffShared industry relationships to create cost savings on booking Talent Worked closely with Director of Operations on pre-event coordinationOversaw videographer and photographer creating targeted content for our partners and sponsors

Oversaw logistics for 15 Walk MS, 1 Bike MS event and 1 Challenge WalkLogistics coordination and fundraising administrative support for Walk, Bike, Challenge & Leadership eventsProject coordinator for logistics aspects of all mass market events ensuring that all logistical elements are complete to ensure exceptional event experience for participants and sponsors Secured and managed all vendors and permitting for assigned events. Maintained a focus on cost saving measures by bidding out multi-site vendors (including tents, tables and chairs, heavy equipment, toilets, waste disposal, vehicle rentals, communication equipment, entertainment equipment, water and ice, peripheral equipment such as cones, stanchions, barricades, fencing, food vendors -- paid and in-kind) Managed relationships with third-party logistics company handling overall execution of Bike MS, Walk MS and Challenge Walk MS when applicable Secured permits and insurance for events, establishing and maintaining good working relationships with communities hosting our events Responsible for the ordering of all event prizes, incentives (including t-shirts, medals, etc.) Worked with the Senior Manager Logistics to assign and manage event staff assignments in conjunction with development team leads Coordinated and execute pre, post and on-event logistics meetings with staff Coordinate and execute cultivation events and activities in conjunction with the development staffBudget and Project Coordination Managed event procurement process including purchase orders and contracts, processing of payments, ensuring accurate record keeping and ongoing expense analysis throughout the course of event planning. Completed all post-event financials (final invoice payments, etc.), thank you communications to vendors/partners, tracking supply/product usage and noting opportunities for improvement

Production Events:Clio Key Art Awards Monster Energy: Mutant Launch Make A Wish Foundation Wishing Well Gala Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve VIP Party 2017 - Marriott Marquis Times Square Floyd Mayweather's 40th Birthday Bash Turner Movie Classic Film Festival Five Four Brand Anniversary Quince Party NFLPA Rookie Symposium FedEx Activation USA vs. Mexico World Cup Qualifier Batalla Viewing Party Technicolor Experience Center Grand Reveal -2017 CESThe Greens Celebrity Golf Association Tournament Powered by Nissan Dick Clark New Year's Rockin' Eve VIP Party- Marriott Marquis Time Square 2018Brand Involvement:Waldorf Astoria Beverly HillsVisaHilton HotelsThe Greens Golf AssociationMake A Wish FoundationCLIO AwardsMicrosoftTechnicolorMonster EnergyTurner MoviesFive Four BrandMexican National TeamDick Clark ProductionsBillboard Music AwardsAlaskan Airlines

Talent and Charitable Event Management CompanyOversaw all aspects of the personal lives of professional athletes and their families, including managing their schedules, travel and fulfilling concierge requestsManaged charitable endeavors, from the establishment of a 501c3 charitable foundation to community to full scale production fundraising eventsAthlete endorsement deals, contract negotiations, key executive introductions and brand collaboration Maintained relationships with a multitude of resources, from travel agents to car service agencies, to courier services, you name it, I know a good contact for you to call!Brand management for marquee brandsSample of former talent:• Kawhi Leonard, San Antonio Spurs • Marshall Faulk, Retired NFL Hall of Fame• Will Barton, Denver Nuggets• Mason Plumlee, Denver Nuggets• Jason Terry, Milwaukee Bucks• James Harden, Houston Rockets• Donald Butler, San Diego Chargers• Eternal Water• Tower Cancer Research Foundation • Portland Trailblazers

Oversaw all aspects of eight professional athletes lives, including managing their schedule, fulfilling concierge requests and increasing overall “brand” recognitionMaintained constant contact with each of my current clients to ensure that their needs and goals are constantly being metProcured and possessed meaningful relationships with national print and broadcast media outlets, sports agents and financial advisors, professional athletes and other high-profile business associatesAdvanced all travel personal and professional, maintained itineraries, organized appointments, reconcile bills and take care of financial responsibilitiesCoordinated, booked and managed eight full athlete schedules during 2013 Super Bowl

Oversaw operations of large scale fundraising events; Tower of Hope Gala and Spirit of Hope LuncheonManaged logistics surrounding Board of Director meetings, donor cultivation dinners and supported Magnolia Council women’s leadership divisionCoordinated multiple committees for multiple events simultaneously Sourced and built relationships with venues and vendors for fundraising events and donor functionsDeveloped processes and procedures for donor databaseScheduling, outreach for patient support programsGrossed over $1.5 million per year

Managed day to day administrative duties for the Foundation and Marshall’s personal lifeSupervised the Board of Directors; including coordinating meetings, logging minutes and holding them accountable for their responsibilitiesAnalyzed P & L’s current and forecasting in areas where savings occurMethodically solicited donors and sponsorship'sCultivated many strong and lasting relationships with high profile execs, sponsors and celebritiesBooked flights, ground transportation and accommodations for celebrity participants for the Celebrity Golf Championship: Grossed $150,000 yearly