RISING LEADERS COMMITTEE

About the Committee

The ESCA Rising Leaders Committee is responsible for supporting those within the first 10 years of experience in the industry or 40 years of age or younger by developing programs and initiatives that will have a specific benefit to those in the early stages of their careers. These programs will support members by addressing themes related to networking, gaining a fundamental awareness of industry practices, and building a long-term career in the live events industry.

  • To create a network of rising leaders that will drive future collaboration and innovation within the industry.
  • To offer ongoing education and professional development opportunities.
  • To empower rising leaders to develop confidence in their roles and as future leaders in the industry.
  • To increase the participation of Rising Leaders at ESCA in-person events by 10% year-over-year.

Subcommittees: 

  • Education
  • Networking
  • Membership
Name
Title
Company
LinkedIn
Katherine Baize headshot
Katherine Baize
Primary Chair
Director, Client Solutions
Rob Wilson headshot
Rob Wilson
ESCA Board Liaison
President/Founder
Andre Burns Jr headshot
Rosie Avakian
Director of Creative Services
Andre Burns Jr headshot
Andre Burns Jr
VP of Material Handling & Logistics
Will Estes headshot
Will Estes
Sustainability Manager
Rosilyn Galicia headshot
Rosilyn Galicia
Experiential Marketing Coordinator
Madison Gardeakos headshot
Madison Gardeakos
Marketing and Creative Specialist
Megan Gilbert headshot
Megan Gilbert
Business Development Coordinator
Megan Gilbert headshot
Salinda Horrocks
Vice President of Expo
Alyssa Konareski headshot
Alyssa Konareski
Director of Customer Experiences
Nicole Lenon headshot
Nicole Lenon
Sr. Vice President
Maddy Ryley headshot
Maddy Ryley
Managing Editor
Sabrina Sawyer headshot
Sabrina Sawyer
National Account Analyst
Aaliyah Troy headshot
Kevin Small
Director of Client Services
Aaliyah Troy headshot
Aaliyah Troy
Associate Client Relationship Manager
Griffen Wilson headshot
Griffen Wilson
Vice President
Allie Wrede headshot
Allie Wrede
Senior Business Development Manager