Lakeshia Bailey
Nashville,TN
Summary
Dynamic co-owner and talent buyer with a strong track record in managing live performances and booking over 60 shows monthly. Skilled in contract negotiation and budget oversight, committed to fostering community involvement and maximizing business growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Owner/Talent Buyer
Dee's Country Cocktail Lounge
Madison, TN
02.2025 - Current
- Managed daily performances by various artists.
- Books 60+ shows monthly.
- Coordinate production and door.
- Coordinated events to enhance community involvement and patron experience.
- Collaborated with other co-owners on strategic decisions related to the company's growth plan.
- Monitored expenses closely to stay within allocated budgets for each project and initiative.
- Established policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure the best terms possible.
- Coordinated special events such as product launches or promotional campaigns.
- Cultivated and maintained industry relationships and customer partnerships to capitalize on opportunities and maximize business success.
Ticketing/Marketing Manager
Riverside Revival Nashville
Nashville, TN
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Developed comprehensive marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
- Assessed projects against budgets and timelines, keeping team and assignments on task.
- Generated ideas to increase sales through creative promotions.
- Developed social media marketing strategies to help increase ticket sales.
- Prepared and sent offers to prospective artists.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Law
MTSU
MurfreesboroSkills
- Event coordination
- Talent booking
- Contract negotiation
- Marketing strategy
- Budget management
- Customer engagement
Timeline
Co-Owner/Talent Buyer
Dee's Country Cocktail Lounge
02.2025 - Current
Ticketing/Marketing Manager
Riverside Revival Nashville
01.2021 - 12.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Business Law
MTSU