A Performer in Marketing
MY JOURNEY TO ENTERTAINMENT
"Leaders must be close enough to relate to others, but far enough ahead to motivate them."
-John C. Maxwell
During my education in Fine Arts, I began auditioning and performing in the professional entertainment industry. I had the privilege of working with celebrities and some of the most talented actors, singers, and dancers on the planet. This developed work ethic, perseverance, and connection to people in ways words fail to convey. Above all else, it taught me the value of storytelling and genuine connection with an audience.
MOTOWN THE MUSICAL
LIFE AS OTIS
This show was one of the most intense, exhausting, and beautiful experiences I have ever had. I had the opportunity to be selected by and work with Mr. Berry Gordy Jr. of Motown, himself! Do not be fooled; Mr. Gordy is in music, but he is all about business. I learned how to tell a story from a legend!
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THE MAGIC OF MICHAEL
LIFE AS MJ
My first large-scale professional role was performing as Michael Jackson. I fully produced the show from conception to completion. This was an exercise in cross-functional communication and complex project management. So much time, effort, and media dollars were responsible for the completion of this work and the show sold out every performance at every venue with an extended run due to exceptional sales! I owe this achievement to so many talented team members and it remains one of my most collaborative and proudest moments.
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"Motown was about music for all people - white and black, blue and green, cops and the robbers. I was reluctant to have our music alienate anyone."