Our guest today is Kent Black, owner of Paso Productions and a production manager with over 40 years in live entertainment. Kent started as a stagehand in the early ’80s, spent years touring with major artists, and went on to produce everything from global corporate events and award shows to major concerts and festivals. He’s worked with artists like Neil Diamond, Barbra Streisand, and Paul McCartney, collaborated with brands including Apple, Google, and Disney, and remains deeply involved in the concert world through Live Nation. He also serves on the Parnelli Awards Board, where he ran the show for its first 15 years.This episode is brought to you by ACME Lighting and RZI Lighting