About Dan: Dan has over 10 years of experience in sales, service & marketing. Prior to joining Harken Hall in Fall 2024, Dan spent time with Pittsburgh Pirates, Nashville Predators, Nashville Soccer Club and Nashville Symphony. In his free time, Dan can be found watching baseball, cooking, traveling and spending time with his dogs.
Favorite artists: Kesha, Led Zeppelin, Yung Gravy, The Black Keys, Elvis
Favorite spot at Harken Hall: "The loveseats! Such a comfortable spot to get work done from during the day and such a beautiful rainbow of color in the hall."
About Kurt: Kurt started working in the entertainment industry in 1978 as a live and radio on-air DJ and has since gone on to work in various roles including feature film and television commercial production and entertainment and branding legal counsel. Opportunities to work as entertainment business and legal counsel for National Geographic Television and world-class brands have placed Kurt into cutting-edge media and entertainment situations. When not at his desk, Kurt is usually on his road bike, pan roasting coffee, discovering musical talent or trying to understand everything about beer.
Favorite artists: My Morning Jacket, The Wood Brothers, The Beatles, Watchhouse, Justin Townes Earl
Favorite spot at Harken Hall: "The artist building recording studio! I've had hours and hours of warm, friendly conversations with musicians, producers and managers in that space. It is an instantly comforting and creative haven that opens up all kinds of thoughtful possibilities."
About Dan: In 40 years of working in the entertainment business, Dan has been a DJ, booking agent, record label A&R direcctor, talent buyer, music publisher, magazine publisher, music distribution manager and television producer. He often quips, "the key to a varied career is the inability to say 'no'". When not behind a desk or on the road, Dan enjoys time at home with his wife, children and new grandbaby.
Favorite artists: Shirley Horn, Johnny Cash, David Gray, Merle Haggard, Pete Yorn
Favorite spot at Harken Hall: "Standing right behind the sound board. The best view in the house."
About Ashly: Ashly brings five years of HR expertise and is known as the office "unicorn" for making the impossible happen. Off the clock, she coaches the Colorado Avalanche from her couch, wrangling her energetic family or relaxing with a tangy sour beer in hand.
Favorite artists: Kendrick Lamar, I Prevail, Jesse Murph, Zach Top
Favorite spot at Harken Hall: "The artist building. Its inviting and intimate atmosphere wraps you in warmth and comfort, making it feel less like a boring building and more like a home."
About Josh: Josh has worked in touring, booking and hospitality and has always been drawn to the energy of live music and creating spaces where artists and audiences connect. Outside of work, Josh is all about spending time with his wife and daughter, catching live shows and finding good food in new places whenever he can.
Favorite artists: John Prine, Nine Inch Nails, My Morning Jacket, Mac Miller
Favorite thing about Harken Hall: "What I love about Harken Hall is that it feels like being part of something truly special - a space with real heart and the potential to become a lasting staple in the community."
About Scott: Scott's creative professional career has included production design from music videos, national commercials and film, to residential and commercial design.
Favorite artists: Harry Styles, Lana Del Rey, Dolly, Moby, Tammy Wynette
Favorite thing about Harken Hall: "In my profession, closest to my heart lies Harken Hall - a place that has resonated with warmth and vibrancy since my very first day. It's not just a venue; it's a treasure embodying the spirit of my career and inspiring every step I take. Harken Hall remains a cherished sanctuary, a jewel that continues to shine brightly on my professional career."