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I am a strategic and results-driven Event and Entertainment Executive with 20+ years of experience producing large-scale public and private events for venues, festivals, nonprofits, and hospitality programs. I excel at building high-level partnerships, engaging corporate and community stakeholders, and delivering memorable guest experiences that align with organizational missions and revenue goals. I am known for leadership in top-grossing entertainment venues and for driving operational excellence across complex event portfolios. My track record includes coordinating VIP and dignitary events, overseeing safety and security protocols, and leading cross-functional teams to execute events that meet or exceed expectations and financial targets.…I am a strategic and results-driven Event and Entertainment Executive with 20+ years of experience producing large-scale public and private events for venues, festivals, nonprofits, and hospitality programs. I excel at building high-level partnerships, engaging corporate and community stakeholders, and delivering memorable guest experiences that align with organizational missions and revenue goals. I am known for leadership in top-grossing entertainment venues and for driving operational excellence across complex event portfolios. My track record includes coordinating VIP and dignitary events, overseeing safety and security protocols, and leading cross-functional teams to execute events that meet or exceed expectations and financial targets.

Taylor R. Winstead

Event Visualizer, Location Manager, Production Coordinator, +3

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I am a strategic and results-driven Event and Entertainment Executive with 20+ years of experience producing large-scale public and private events for venues, festivals, nonprofits, and hospitality programs. I excel at building high-level partnerships, engaging corporate and community stakeholders, and delivering memorable guest experiences that align with organizational missions and revenue goals. I am known for leadership in top-grossing entertainment venues and for driving operational excellence across complex event portfolios. My track record includes coordinating VIP and dignitary events, overseeing safety and security protocols, and leading cross-functional teams to execute events that meet or exceed expectations and financial targets.…I am a strategic and results-driven Event and Entertainment Executive with 20+ years of experience producing large-scale public and private events for venues, festivals, nonprofits, and hospitality programs. I excel at building high-level partnerships, engaging corporate and community stakeholders, and delivering memorable guest experiences that align with organizational missions and revenue goals. I am known for leadership in top-grossing entertainment venues and for driving operational excellence across complex event portfolios. My track record includes coordinating VIP and dignitary events, overseeing safety and security protocols, and leading cross-functional teams to execute events that meet or exceed expectations and financial targets.

Available to hire

I am a strategic and results-driven Event and Entertainment Executive with 20+ years of experience producing large-scale public and private events for venues, festivals, nonprofits, and hospitality programs. I excel at building high-level partnerships, engaging corporate and community stakeholders, and delivering memorable guest experiences that align with organizational missions and revenue goals. I am known for leadership in top-grossing entertainment venues and for driving operational excellence across complex event portfolios. My track record includes coordinating VIP and dignitary events, overseeing safety and security protocols, and leading cross-functional teams to execute events that meet or exceed expectations and financial targets.

Skills

Language

English

Fluent

French

Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Manager Entertainment at MGM Resorts International

September 30, 2022 - February 27, 2026

Lead day-to-day operations and supervision of Box Office, Production, Front of House, VIP Sales, Security, and Artist Relations for a 2,900–4,000 capacity multi-use venue; manage over 100 events per year; approve event setups and disseminate company-wide information; ensure venue security and safety protocols in coordination with local law enforcement and MGM Security.

Event Services Manager at MGM Resorts International

January 1, 2020 - August 1, 2020

Oversee day-to-day operations and supervision of departmental teams including Box Office, Production, Front of House, VIP Sales, Security, and Artist Relations; review schedules, quotes, invoices, estimates, and final billing for Theater Events, Special Events, Banquets, Suite Rentals and Staffing.

Event Services Manager at MGM Resorts International

July 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022

Collaborate with executive leadership and external partners to deliver high-profile events for VIPs, dignitaries, and corporate executives.

Event Services Supervisor at MGM Resorts International

October 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020

Lead team members in the management, staffing and operational logistics of a 2,900–4,000 capacity multi-use event venue, hosting over 100 events per year.

Event Manager at City of Norfolk: Cultural Facilities, Arts, and Entertainment

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019

Managed seven entertainment venues including an arena, opera house, festival park, a performing arts center, two historic theaters and a minor league stadium; developed strategic plans and managed logistics for events drawing up to 100,000 patrons; supervised paid staff and volunteers.

Vice President at Third Rock Events

January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016

Directed all business operations, employee management and client procurement for a full production event company; produced festivals, outdoor concerts, parades, and managed social media for BID clients and nonprofits.

Assistant General Manager/National Event Sales Director at Improv & Funny Bone Comedy Clubs

December 31, 2006 - December 31, 2012

Managed day-to-day venue operations onsite and remotely oversaw the Special Event Program nationwide; coordinated artist logistics, production advances, equipment rentals, and hospitality; contracted, settled and booked entertainment for fundraisers, VIP and private events; led a 40+ onsite team.