Jim has spent three decades bringing celebrated talent to stages across the globe. Longtime Director of Touring for multi-platinum recording artists Linkin Park, he has shepherded productions for diverse and high-profile clients including Enrique Iglesias, Backstreet Boys, Marilyn Manson, The Bolshoi Ballet, Phil Collins, and Bon Jovi.
Jim’s is passionate about event safety, sharing professional knowledge, and driving positive change in the industry. He is the Co-Founder and Chairman of the Event Safety Alliance, and recently co-founded SHOW MAKERS, a non-profit designed to educate, develop standards, and strengthen the live event community.
Jim is a board member of the Behind The Scenes Foundation, 4-time Tour Link Production Manager of the Year, and the 2012 Parnelli’s “Production Manager of the Year” award. He regularly serves as a conference keynote speaker where he speaks on matters relating to event safety, event production as a trade, and the often challenging human condition in live events.
Co-Founder - President
Event Safety Alliance
Founding Partner
Show Maker Symposium 501(c)(3)
Principal
Show Makers Productions Inc
Production Manager / Director of Touring
Linkin Park Touring Inc + Bill Silva Entertainment
Production Manager
Various Artists: Meghan Trainor 2018, Hootie & The Blowfish-1996-97, Blues Traveler-1997, Bolshoi Ballet-1998-99, H.O.R.D.E. Festival 1998, Marilyn Manson-1999-01, Back Street Boys-2008-10, Linkin Park-2002-17
Multiple Advisory Boards and Volunteering
List of resources mentioned in episode, suggested reading & social media handles:
https://www.eventsafetyalliance.org/
https://www.showmakers.com/
https://www.instagram.com/eventsafetyalliance/
https://www.instagram.com/weareshowmakers
https://www.behindthescenescharity.org