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Happy New Year! |
As the new year begins, momentum across sports and live entertainment continues to build. Innovation is accelerating, fan engagement is evolving, and venues are raising the bar creatively. From touring productions and major sporting events to new venue developments, the year ahead presents meaningful opportunities—and we’re ready to help teams and talent make the most of what’s shaping up to be a defining year for the industry.
January 2026
Our Sports and Live Entertainment team are honored to be nominated for Tour Services Company of the Year at the 37th Annual Pollstar Awards! We’re proud to support tours and concerts behind the scenes with payroll and compliance solutions designed for live entertainment. Here’s to another strong season on stage and off.
Meet our Sports and Live Entertainment team at these upcoming events: |
Duffing for Dollars | Irvine, CA, March 23, 2026
Join Cast & Crew at Duffing for Dollars, where industry leaders come together for golf, networking, and to support MusiCares. Visit us at hole #3 to learn how Cast & Crew’s Sports and Live Entertainment division simplifies payroll, compliance, and workforce management for venue operators, tour managers, production teams, and sports organizations so you can stay efficient and focused on delivering exceptional live experiences.
Team Member(s) Attending: Todd Dyer, Lizette Gomez, and Sam Lankie
Todd Dyer Vice President & Head of Sports & Live Entertainment Sales |
Lizette Gomez Senior Director of Live Entertainment Sales |
Sam Lankie Sales Representative Sports and Live Entertainment |
Pollstar Live! | Los Angeles, April 14-16, 2026
Get ready for forward thinking speakers, impactful panels, and meaningful networking that make this a must-attend event of the year.
Team Member(s) Attending: Majority of the Sports and Live Entertainment team
Sports & Live Entertainment Resources |
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