Nov 2022 – Feb 2023 · 3 mos · Nashville, Tennessee, United States · On-site

• Brought on to support the 2023 Big Machine Music City Grand Prix, a major NTT INDYCAR SERIES event held in the heart of downtown Nashville. Tasked with advancing all site operations and managing vendor coordination for a complex, city-integrated event footprint.
• Oversaw all external vendors and service providers, including site builds, rentals, sanitation, fencing, power, signage, hospitality, and security.
• Acted as a liaison between vendors and internal departments to ensure seamless delivery, setup, access, and on-time execution across multiple zones and timelines.
• Reported directly to the Director of Operations, supporting sitewide scheduling, troubleshooting, and key operational decisions throughout load-in, event days, and load-out.
• Navigated tight production windows, road closures, and live TV broadcast demands while helping ensure safety, efficiency, and fan experience remained top priority.

Dec 2021 – Jan 2023 · 1 yr 1 mo · Nashville, Tennessee, United States

• Managed the end-to-end build and execution of nationally touring endurance events, working on-site to transform raw land into fully operational obstacle course experiences. Oversaw all course-related logistics, vendor coordination, and terrain planning to deliver safe, engaging, and high-impact race weekends for thousands of participants.
• 🔹 Site Operations & Logistics
• Led the layout, construction, and strike of obstacle course builds on a variety of terrains, including mountains, farmlands, and motor speedways.
• Coordinated vendor arrivals, equipment delivery, heavy machinery use (e.g. skid steers, excavators), water and power access, and staging areas.
• Managed supply inventories (fencing, signage, obstacles, safety materials) and ensured efficient use across multiple zones of the course.
• 🔹 Safety, Flow, and Course Integrity
• Conducted course walks and terrain audits to assess risk, flow, and spacing — adjusting builds to prioritize safety without sacrificing challenge.
• Installed wayfinding signage, emergency access routes, and water stations in alignment with event operations and EMS protocols.
• Worked closely with the safety manager, course designer, and medics to ensure OSHA standards, injury protocols, and safe obstacle use were followed.
• 🔹 Cross-Team Leadership
• Served as key point of contact for construction crews, local landowners, vendors, and staff during event load-in, showtime, and load-out.
• Collaborated with volunteer coordinators, participant services, and timing teams to ensure a unified and efficient course experience.
• Supported up to 20,000 participants per weekend, adapting to rapidly changing weather, terrain conditions, and site-specific constraints.

Mar 2021 – Dec 2021 · 9 mos · Nashville, Tennessee, United States

• Executed large-scale terrain prep including trail clearing, grading, and course shaping, optimizing flow and participant safety.
• Certified and experienced in operating heavy machinery, including Lulls, forklifts, skid steers, UTVs, and all-terrain equipment for course buildout and teardown.
• Installed key course elements such as fencing, signage, flagging, water stations, and emergency access routes.
• Collaborated with Course Directors and safety teams to adapt trails and structures in real-time based on weather, topography, and event requirements.
• Maintained and transported build tools and equipment while adhering to safety protocols and tight production timelines.

Nov 2019 – Oct 2021 · 1 yr 11 mos

• Led the strategy, planning, and execution of a culinary series celebrating mac & cheese, chocolate, wine, and whiskey across U.S. cities. Delivered immersive visitor experiences, managed vendor partnerships, and oversaw all logistical aspects of event production.
• 🔹 Festival Creation & Execution
• Directed full-scale production of themed culinary festivals, including Mac & Cheese Festival, Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival, and Wine & Whiskey Tastings, achieving high attendee satisfaction and brand resonance.
• Built and managed relationships with local vendors, food artisans, beverage distributors, entertainment agents, and city officials to secure vendor commitments and festival permits.
• Oversaw site selection, layout design, equipment rentals, staging, power planning, signage, and health/safety compliance to facilitate high-quality events.
• 🔹 Budget & Vendor Management
• Managed vendor payments, budgeting, and logistics, ensuring on-time delivery and positive working relationships.
• Negotiated contracts and terms with suppliers, caterers, production crews, and talent to maximize festival ROI and attendee experience.
• 🔹 Marketing & Brand Experience
• Collaborated on event branding, social media promotion, and onsite engagement, creating immersive event environments that resonated with food and beverage enthusiasts.
• Monitored attendee feedback, working with operations teams to adjust layouts, flow, and offerings to enhance satisfaction and repeat attendance.

Jun 2018 – Jan 2023 · 4 yrs 7 mos · Nashville, Tennessee

• Supported the execution of large-scale, nationally televised live events through production logistics, staging coordination, equipment prep, and client-facing responsibilities. This role served as a launchpad into the city’s most iconic events and introduced me to my current work with NCVC.
• 🔹 Event Production & Stage Operations
• Assisted in stage and production management for major live broadcast events including:
• Nashville’s New Year’s Eve Concert Celebration
• The 2019 NFL Draft
• Nashville’s Fourth of July Celebration
• IEBA Conference (40 artists, 4 stages, 3 days)
• Handled equipment prep, stage builds, gear loading, and assisted on-site with crew coordination, load-in/load-out, power distribution, and show transitions.
• 🔹 Vendor & Client Coordination
• Sourced and secured production quotes from multiple vendors, ensuring competitive pricing and alignment with show specs.
• Managed client relations and account support, serving as a trusted liaison to help ensure repeat business and long-term relationships.
• 🔹 Gear Expertise & Inventory Management
• Facilitated leasing and sales of lighting, trussing, and design equipment, often working under tight deadlines and with show-specific technical specs.
• Prepped gear (lighting consoles, moving fixtures, power distro, LED walls, etc.) according to model-specific requirements and version compatibility for touring clients and broadcast producers.

Apr 2018 – Nov 2019 · 1 yr 7 mos

• Led full-scope event operations and logistics for a globally touring wellness and music festival series, including all pre-event planning, onsite execution, and post-event recovery. Oversaw the buildout and teardown of every festival footprint while managing shipping, inventory, sponsor activation, and infrastructure operations across North America and international sites.
• Managed site operations across all domestic and international festivals, including setup and teardown of all festival zones, sponsor activations, registration areas, water stations, signage, and aerial rigs.
• Directed pre-festival preparations such as warehouse staging, gear prep, and production timelines; managed post-event breakdowns and coordinated gear returns, shipping logistics, and warehouse drop-offs.
• Maintained event-wide inventory tracking, sourced new gear and supplies, and managed the reordering and distribution of festival materials.
• Oversaw vendor coordination, transportation logistics, and integration of branded partner spaces to align with sponsor requirements.
• Operated heavy equipment (e.g., forklifts, UTVs) to assist with festival builds, ensuring safe and efficient site construction.

Aug 2017 – Nov 2019 · 2 yrs 3 mos

• Directed all on-stage programming and talent operations for Wanderlust and 108 Events, working across multiple stages and formats to deliver dynamic, tightly run performances and sessions. Supported production logistics in real time while maintaining professional and efficient artist relations.
• Served as Lead Stage Manager for all domestic and international tour stops, overseeing on-stage scheduling, talent flow, and programming transitions.
• Coordinated run-of-show logistics, ensuring precise timing for yoga instruction, live music, keynote speakers, and panel discussions.
• Provided on-site production support, managing stage setup, cueing, and artist changeovers, while maintaining technical readiness throughout each day.
• Acted as primary liaison to artists, speakers, musicians, and talent teams, ensuring smooth arrivals, hospitality, and on-stage success.
• Contributed to load-in and load-out of production equipment, maintained backstage operations, and ensured the stage team’s readiness across multiple days and locations.

Apr 2016 – Mar 2018 · 1 yr 11 mos · Nashville, Tennessee

• Supported Live Nation production teams at premier venues and festivals including Ascend Amphitheater, Bridgestone Arena, Ryman Auditorium, The Woods at Fontanel, Nissan Stadium, and Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival. Served as a key backstage and day-of-show operations contact, ensuring smooth execution for artists, crews, and clients.
• Assisted the Production Manager in executing all artist-facing logistics, from load-in to load-out.
• Acted as liaison for Tour Managers and Artist Representatives, ensuring hospitality riders, dressing rooms, and backstage requirements were fulfilled accurately and on time.
• Managed artist hospitality area setup and breakdown, including green room prep, catering coordination, and environment control.
• Oversaw radio distribution and inventory, handling daily check-in/check-out and troubleshooting across crew teams.
• Responsible for handling petty cash, managing artist-specific purchases, and tracking receipts to ensure budget accountability.
• Coordinated travel logistics for VIPs, artists, and touring staff, maintaining professional and timely communication throughout.

Nov 2015 – Dec 2015 · 1 mo · Nashville Metropolitan Area

• Worked as part of the local Nashville film crew for Netflix's critically acclaimed series Master of None. Supported day-to-day production operations with a focus on talent management, logistics coordination, and set communication, contributing to a smooth and professional shooting environment for cast and crew.
• Managed talent wrangling, extras coordination, and on-set movement, ensuring all cast members and background talent were informed, prepped, and on time.
• Handled script distribution, daily paperwork, and production reports, keeping all departments aligned and updated with the most current materials.
• Assisted with casting and hiring of background talent, including paperwork management, scheduling, and first-day orientation.
• Conducted location scouting and security coordination, helping evaluate shooting sites and ensure safe, closed-set environments.
• Distributed and tracked petty cash used for day-player supplies, equipment runs, and day-to-day crew needs.
• Served as a personal on-set assistant to Aziz Ansari, managing crowd control, privacy, and talent movement as a discreet and trusted support role.

Jan 2015 – Apr 2018 · 3 yrs 3 mos · Nashville, Tennessee

• Worked as an on-set Production Assistant for the ABC series Nashville, supporting both on-location and studio filming. Provided cross-departmental support for day-to-day operations of a major network television set, ensuring talent, crew, and production stayed in sync under tight timelines.
• Managed talent wrangling, script distribution, and on-set communication during active shoot days.
• Called out rolls and cuts, monitored radio traffic, and kept the set running efficiently between departments (ADs, lighting, art, wardrobe, etc.).
• Handled artist hospitality needs and assisted with transportation, scheduling, and on-the-ground troubleshooting.
• Distributed daily paperwork, radios, and production updates, ensuring team-wide alignment on call sheets and last-minute changes.
• Supported both indoor and outdoor shoots with long production days, location resets, and scene transitions.
• Promoted into the Catering Department after four seasons on-set. Led the daily preparation and execution of breakfast, salads, and desserts for cast, crew, and production staff — often feeding over 100 people per shoot day in fast-paced, mobile kitchen setups.
• Designed and prepped full-service breakfast menus, healthy options, and custom dietary requests to keep cast and crew fueled through production days.
• Delivered consistent, high-quality food in mobile catering conditions, with early call times and tight turnaround between meals.
• Managed food safety, prep timelines, and inventory control, working in coordination with the lead chef and catering team.

Aug 2014 – Sep 2016 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Nashville Metropolitan Area

• Oversaw daily operations for one of downtown Nashville’s most dynamic multi-level restaurant and entertainment venues, known for its rooftop views, live music, and high-volume service. Balanced hospitality leadership, event support, and staff management across multiple departments and guest experiences.
• Managed day-to-day restaurant operations, including front-of-house service, food & beverage sales, floor supervision, and scheduling.
• Supported venue production operations, assisting with live event coordination, equipment needs, and artist/vendor relations across Acme’s performance spaces.
• Handled VIP guest experiences and client-facing responsibilities, delivering polished hospitality for high-profile patrons, industry figures, and private events.
• Maintained strong employee relations, resolving conflicts, coaching staff, and ensuring consistent team performance in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment.
• Conducted inventory checks, maintenance coordination, and collaborated with kitchen and bar leads to ensure smooth FOH/BOH integration.

Oct 2013 – Oct 2013 · 0 mo · Charleston, South Carolina Metropolitan Area

• Supported the production team on large-scale concert and festival events, working closely with touring artists, management teams, and VIP guests to ensure seamless execution across backstage, front-of-house, and press areas.
• Served as primary point of contact for talent, managing day-of schedules, arrivals, and escorting artists to stages, interviews, hospitality, and press events.
• Coordinated VIP tent logistics and guest services, creating a smooth, elevated experience for sponsors, industry guests, and high-profile attendees.
• Assisted with ticket office operations, credentialing, and artist check-in processes during multi-day event builds and show days.
• Managed artist transport and food coordination, ensuring timely delivery of meals, greenroom setups, and on-stage presence.
• Provided critical support to stage management, press liaisons, and production leads in fast-paced, high-attendance environments.

Aug 2013 – May 2014 · 9 mos · Charleston, South Carolina Metropolitan Area

• Completed a full-scope internship with one of Charleston’s premier mid-sized music venues, supporting daily operations and learning the core mechanics of concert production, venue management, marketing, and artist services. Gained early experience in building audience engagement and optimizing revenue for live entertainment spaces.
• Assisted with event booking, programming, and production planning, coordinating with artists, agents, and promoters to maintain a diverse event calendar.
• Supported day-of-show operations including artist hospitality, guest services, and equipment logistics.
• Contributed to marketing efforts, helping write press releases, coordinate street teams, and manage social media engagement to increase ticket sales and brand visibility.
• Participated in box office operations, ticketing platform setup, and front desk troubleshooting during active shows.
• Researched competitive venues, analyzed performance trends, and made strategic recommendations to improve event mix and customer experience.
• Created new food and beverage revenue streams by introducing product collections and optimizing layout and sales flow — directly increasing F&B income during events.

Jun 2013 – Jul 2013 · 1 mo · Nashville Metropolitan Area

• Worked as a stagehand for Nashville’s iconic outdoor weekly festival series, which drew thousands of attendees each week to the downtown riverfront. Supported all technical, artist-facing, and logistical elements of live production in a fast-paced, high-turnover environment.
• Assisted with stage setup and teardown, including audio, lighting, and backline load-ins for a rotating roster of regional and national talent.
• Supported artist hospitality, fulfilled rider requests, and handled on-site catering and merchandise logistics.
• Worked directly with production and site ops teams to ensure performance spaces were safe, organized, and show-ready.
• Developed strong multitasking and adaptability skills while operating in high-pressure, time-sensitive festival conditions.
• Gained foundational experience in live event logistics, crew communication, and performance support — setting the tone for a career in high-volume entertainment production.

Jan 2010 – Jan 2012 · 2 yrs

• Launched career in fitness and performance coaching at a boutique training studio in Nashville, working with a mix of general clients and high-profile figures from the worlds of sports, film, and music.
• Developed personalized training programs tailored to each client's goals, mobility needs, and performance metrics.
• Trained celebrity and VIP clients including Eddie George (NFL), Val Kilmer (actor), and members of The Black Keys, maintaining discretion and professionalism at all times.
• Focused on strength, endurance, injury prevention, and body composition, while creating a welcoming and motivating training environment.
• Supported clients through rehab, travel routines, and public-facing lifestyle needs with flexible, adaptive programming.