Ghostwriter Consultancy & Events, a prominent company in the events and music industry, is pleased to announce the addition of Helen McGee as Head of Venues.
McGee, a former Divisional Manager at Academy Music Group (AMG), brings extensive experience in event management and venue operations to the company. In her new role, she will lead the operational strategy for Ghostwriter’s expanding venue partnerships, consultancy, and promoting business.
With over 30 years of experience in the live entertainment industry, McGee has a proven track record of successfully managing the operations of various leading venues throughout the UK. Her expertise includes financial planning, performance monitoring, licensing, and working with local authorities.
Her ability to develop and implement company policies and best practices, from building maintenance to event risk assessments, showcases her deep understanding of the live events industry. McGee’s strategic thinking has been instrumental in maximizing revenue streams and identifying new opportunities for growth. She has a strong track record of future-proofing businesses by staying ahead of trends and navigating the nuances of different venues and cities.
McGee’s leadership in staff recruitment, training, and development, including mentoring future leaders, demonstrates her commitment to fostering a collaborative, high-performance team environment. Her expertise will be crucial in driving innovation and operational excellence for Ghostwriter.
McGee played a pivotal role in collaborating with Bristol City Council to establish the Nighttime Panel and with London’s City Hall to support the formation of the Safer Business Network board. She has also worked with Festival Republic, the UK’s leading festival and event promoter known for its flagship events such as the Reading and Leeds Festivals. With her analytical foresight, McGee is set to further enhance Ghostwriter’s reputation for delivering exceptional events. As a Trustee of the Music Venue Trust, she shares Ghostwriter’s commitment to supporting grassroots music venues.
Carl Bathgate, Ghostwriter Commercial Director, stated, “This is an exciting time for Ghostwriter, and Helen’s appointment is indicative of that. As we expand into new markets and announce additional venue partnerships, we are confident that Helen will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our venue strategy. Having worked with Helen at AMG, I am well aware of her capabilities, focus, analytical approach, and unrelenting passion for venues and delivering fantastic experiences for artists and customers. I am delighted to welcome her to the Ghostwriter team as an invaluable addition to our senior management.”
As Head of Venues, McGee will work closely with the company’s clients to identify unique and strategic venues that align with their brand vision, ensuring the success of every event. She will also oversee venue partnerships, negotiate terms, and implement innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of Ghostwriter’s clients.
“I am thrilled to join Ghostwriter Consultancy & Events as their new Head of Venues,” said McGee. “I am looking forward to utilizing my operations and management expertise to enhance the experiences offered to clients and working in such a supportive team environment. The company’s commitment to supporting grassroots venues and independent businesses within the industry is unmatched, and I am excited to see where we go next.”
ABOUT GHOSTWRITER EVENTS & CONSULTANCY LTD
With a combination of big business experience and an independent attitude, Ghostwriter’s innovative venue partnership model allows them to partner with independent operators striving to deliver live music in their venues. The company’s mission is to provide artists, agents, promoters, and management with competitive, viable, well-marketed, industry-standard, and professionally delivered spaces, as well as exceptional experiences for music fans.
The Ghostwriter team has extensive experience and a diverse portfolio of events, ranging from intimate small-scale shows to outdoor festivals with a capacity of 25,000. Their expertise includes working with artists within their partner venues and beyond, as well as consulting for various clients. They have successfully delivered a wide range of events, from small-scale touring artists to the 5 On The Farm Festival, Live After Racing series, and large-scale standalone headline-driven outdoor events.
With a combined experience, collaborative and transparent approach, Ghostwriter offers a wide range of clients, including individual owner-operators, universities, councils, and PLCs, the support needed to successfully deliver their projects, regardless of scale. Their consultancy services cover all aspects of event planning and execution, including licensing, occupancy calculations, crowd dynamics, health and safety documentation, artist and supplier procurement, site design, operational delivery, and viability studies.
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