Event Entertainment Planning
Unique and Creative Corporate and Private Event Entertainment and ActivationsWhy Is Entertainment Planning Necessary?
When engaged in
ETR created the concept of Entertainment Planning because Event Planners of all variety are engaged in the details of the entire event and deserve to hire a professional who looks at the entertainment and activations package with the same detail they are looking at the overall event. An Entertainment Planner knows of all of the entertainment options available to the events industry and can source the right options through their relationships across the country and across the spectrum of entertainment types.
What is Event Talent Resources?
Event Talent Resources (ETR) is an award-winning event entertainment agency. ETR began operation after 10 years as the marketing and advertising director for entertainment trade publications in the Corporate and Campus Entertainment Markets. Through this experience, ETR developed a national entertainment network of performers, agencies, management, and everyone involved in the entertainment market. These relationships allowed ETR to develop a unique knowledge base which has given us the footing to c
ETR is the external-internal Creative Director who focuses on entertainment and the guest experience. Through consultative collaboration with our client producers and corporate meeting and event planners, ETR works with local, regional and national partners to create entertainment solutions that fit the design and overview of your event, meeting or conference.
Why Is Entertainment Planning Necessary?
When engaged in
ETR created the concept of Entertainment Planning because Event Planners of all variety are engaged in the total details of the entire event and deserve to hire a professional who looks at the entertainment and activations package with the same detail they are looking at the overall event. An Entertainment Planner knows of all of the entertainment options available to the events industry and can source the right options through their relationships across the country and across the spectrum of entertainment types.
Complete entertainment Planning and production
ETR Featured Performer
Illusionist Carl Michael
Carl has been invited to perform across the country for international celebrities including Lebron James, Vince Neil, Cuba Gooding Jr., John McCain, Willie Nelson, Snoop Dog, Michael Jordon
Headling Opener for music acts such as The Temptations (2009) Matisyahu (2013) & Chase Bryant (2017) at Dover International Speedway
Headlined for the Nicholas Sparks Celebrity Weekend 2012
Corporate Clients
Professional Sports Team performances include: The Chicago Cubs, Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Bobcats (2014) Chicago WhiteSox
Celebrity performances include: Mark Cuban, John McCain, LeBron James, Anthony Rizzo, Kris Bryant, Cam Newton, Luke Kuechly, Vince Neil, James Harden, Billy Gibbons, Darius Rucker, Gordon Ramsey, Frankie Muniz, Jerry Rice, Scott Baio, Charlie Sheen, Dave Chappelle, Steve-O, Post Malone, Austin Dillon
2014-2018 Entertainer of the Year
Endorcements
Completely Mind Blown by your Magic – Dustin Johnson, PGA Golfer
I am totally freaked out! Unbelievable! – Cuba Gooding Jr.,
Carl Michael is amazing! I’ve known him since before either of us were on tv and he puts on an incredible show that leaves everyone wondering “How’d he do that” His act is a must see! – Javier Colon – Winner Season 1 of “The Voice”
Carl has performed tirelessly at several of my celebrity events over the past four years both on-stage and while mingling with guests. He’s always “ON”. His tricks and
ETR Featured Performer
Ryan Ashley The Poet
Positive Poetic Personal Assessments & Event Poetry
With charming playfulness and the creativity of Burning Man, Ryan writes to leave a lasting impression. Set up with a vintage typewriter and dressing to fit the part, Ryan creates an original work of poetic art for you to keep to remind you of that moment in your life. Ryan’s performance elevates your event and your guest’s experience.
Ryan’s positive poetic personal assessments are the perfect unique addition to elevate a discerning corporate event. This art is intended to share a snap insight about what others like when they see you and how you see the positive in yourself. Ryan starts with a brief conversation then turns his attention to typing your poetic assessment. Ryan’s writing and art is perfect for any reception or event that needs an extra level of creativity and a human touch.
Ryan’s magic shines in whimsical and dynamic settings that honor unique one of a kind experiences. His performance art has been featured in The Atlantic, Austin Chronicle, Humans of New York, and dozens of other publications nationwide. Currently based in Asheville, North Carolina, he is a regular in Austin, TX, San Francisco, New York, and Denver, Colorado and locations worldwide. Ryan has written for celebrities, executives, and politicians. It has become very clear through the event entertainment industry that his service is one of a kind, and leaves a lasting impression that folks are soon not to forget.
ETR Featured Performer
Freestyle Comedy Rapper
Chris Turner
Chris’s quotable gags and rapid freestyle raps have established him as one of the most in-demand acts at comedy clubs around the world, while 2022 has seen him begin a Las Vegas residency, starring in Cirque Du Soleil’s brand new show Mad Apple, the first Cirque show to ever feature stand up comedy.
In September 2021, he appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, becoming the first British Comedian to perform there, and received a standing ovation. His keen wit and intelligent wordplay have seen him rack up over 40 million views on YouTube; headline for 1 million Dutch comedy fans on RTL4’s flagship stand up show, The Comedy Factory; appear live on BBC Radio, and perform sold-out five-star runs at festivals worldwide.
In high demand on the corporate circuit, Chris’ performance at tech conference Wired 2016 led to invitations to events across the globe, and in May 2017, he appeared at renowned human rights conference the Oslo Freedom Forum. Chris has interviewed Jerry Springer, introduced Garry Kasparov, and rapped for Imogen Heap, and Yasiin Bey. In 2019, he entertained an audience of 2000 during Forbes’ 30 under 30 conference in Detroit, appearing between headline speakers Kevin Durant and rapper Quavo. Throughout 2020, 2021, and 2022, he has performed over 400+ virtual shows for companies including Nike, Facebook, Microsoft, Google, BCG, Bain & Co., McKinsey, IBM, Samsung, and many more.
“The UK’s finest freestyle rapper” – Fox Sports
“A virtuoso…a hip-hop machine” – Guardian
“An exemplary writer of quotable gags” – Chortle
“Beautifully crafted one-liners, witty wordplay” – BBC
Creative Unique engaging Entertainment
What is Event Talent Resources?
Event Talent Resources (ETR) is an award-winning event entertainment agency. ETR began operation after 10 years as the marketing and advertising director for entertainment trade publications in the Corporate and Campus Entertainment Markets. Through this experience, ETR developed a national entertainment network of performers, agencies, management, and everyone involved in the entertainment market. These relationships allowed ETR to develop a unique knowledge base which has given us the footing to c
ETR is the external-internal Creative Director who focuses on entertainment and the guest experience. Through consultative collaboration with our client producers and corporate meeting and event planners, ETR works with local, regional and national partners to create entertainment solutions that fit the design and overview of your event, meeting or conference.
2014 BMW X5 Launch Event
12 Pauliner Beer Girls in Authentic Dirndls
Oracle Sales Incentive Trip
Interactive Championship Shag Performance
2014 BMW X5 Launch Event
12 Pauliner Beer Girls in Authentic Dirndls
Oracle Sales Incentive Trip
Interactive Championship Shag Performance
Creative Guest Engagement
ETR has worked with Multi-World Champion Trick Shot Billiards player, Ewa Mataya Lawrence, The Striking Viking, on multiple occasions to create a new level of interactive guest engagement.
Customer Education Event
Living Vines – Las Vegas, NV
Customer Development Event
Bass Pro Pyramid Memphis, TN
Surprise Performance
Memorable Event Finally – Mobile, AL
Customer Education Event
Living Vines – Las Vegas, NV
Customer Development Event
Bass Pro Pyramid Memphis, TN
Surprise Performance
Memorable Event Finally – Mobile, AL
Unique & Creative Activation
Body Marbling – Silicon Valley
Client Appreciation Event
Who’s Bad Michael Jackson Tribute
Custom Performances
Custom Sand Sculpture with Custom Fire Performance
Unique & Creative Activation
Body Marbling – Silicon Valley
Client Appreciation Event
Who’s Bad Michael Jackson Tribute
Custom Performances
Custom Sand Sculpture with Custom Fire Performance
Interactive Photo Activations
ETR’s resources for photobooth activations can do everything from custom .gif booths, green screen, movie booths to custom set designs or anything that our imagination brings
180 Degree . Gif Booth with 6 Camera Array
Glitch . Gif Booth
Double Exposure Booth
Interactive Photo Activations
ETR’s resources for photobooth activations can do everything from custom .gif booths, green screen, movie booths to custom set designs or anything that our imagination brings
180 Degree . Gif Booth with 6 Camera Array
Glitch . Gif Booth
Double Exposure Booth
ETR’s capabilities are endless
ETR is the proverbial man behind the curtain. When we work with an agency or event production partner, our goal is to merge seamlessly into your event team and work as though we are an internal member of your event staff. ETR stays behind the scenes, both during planning and onsite, to make sure that your client could not be happier with the event. As your partner, ETR considers itself an external-internal team member.
ETR has produced nearly every form of entertainment including Bands and DJ’s, Atmospheric Entertainment, Speakers, Headline Performances, Sports Figures, Photobooths and Activations to Full on Parades from Charleston, SC to Mobile, AL – New Orleans, LA – Chicago, IL – Omaha, NE – Las Vegas, NV to Los Angeles, Anaheim, San Jose, San Francisco CA and everywhere in between. Our capabilities allow for ETR to be engaged whether your event needs include a single caricature artist or a headline celebrity performer.
ETR carries the necessary insurance to make sure that your and your client’s requirements are covered.
ETR’s approach is to be your event partner. We have been producing events for a decade and have been engaged in the event entertainment community for 20 years. We have the experience and partner resources that you can trust.
General Sessions Opener for 8,000 People
