Event Safety Insights Issue Five | Summer 2018 | Page 20

Event Safety Alliance Announces Initial Appointments to Newly Launched Advisory Council Event Safety Alliance announces the appointment of several industry leaders to its newly-formed Advisory Council. The Council will play a vital role setting the strategic vision and long term objectives for the ESA, guiding development of critical programs, and procuring human and financial resources to continue the growth and rel- evance of organization. The moment was perfect, except for the leaking propane tank. Violent weather is only one of the things that can zap your entertainment business right out of business. Consider transportation delays and mix-ups. Fire and theft. Vandalism and incompetence. It’s a scary world out there. That’s why the first step of any event safety plan is having the right insurance. So ask yourself: Am I covered? Is my coverage year round? Am I covered for 100% of the things I need covered? If you’re not 100% sure, talk to Take 1. We offer the most comprehensive and cost-effective insurance for the live and non-live entertainment industry. And we’re 100% sure we have just the coverage you need. Visit us at take1insurance.com and get a quote or call us at 800.856.7035. Before Mother Nature rocks your world — and blows your business away. © 2017 Take1 Insurance Take1 is a division of U.S. Risk, llc and its affiliate companies. “The Advisory Council is an important next-step in the ongoing mission of the ESA to advocate, inspire and develop resources for the increasingly wide definition of the entertainment industry and the necessary matura- tion of safety protocols. We are humbled by the desire of this collection of thought leaders to lend their energy and voice to the mission.” stated ESA Founder and Chairman Jim Digby. “As we expand to address the ev- er-changing landscape we must ensure the organization reflects the tre- mendous depth and diversity of our industry and meets the needs of the majority. Their commitment to serve is continued evidence of ESA’s impor- tance in creating a healthy future for our industry, Council members will help the organization pursue an ambitious list of projects while aggressive- ly promoting positive cultural change.” Initial appointments to the ESA Advisory Council include: Lori Rubinstein (Behind the Scenes Charity) - Council Chair Susan McGuirl (Allianz) - Council Chair Robert (Bobby) Allen (PRG) Rochelle Brotter-Wayne (Reel Media) Jimmy Chan (ESA Asia) Fr. David Garretson (IATSE) Jahn “Boxer” Hardison (Bigger Hammer Producti on Services) Todd Hester (PSAV) Dominic Housiaux (Lankey & Limey Ltd) Davin Ramsaroop (Full Sail University) Tami Richter (SXSW) Janet Sellery (Sellery Health & Safety) Additional Council appointments will be made over the coming months. For more information on the ESA Advisory Council or to express a desire to participate, please visit http://eventsafetyalliance.org or email [email protected] 21